God's Grace Abundant Even as We Ignore It

By God’s grace, sin’s deadly edict over God's people was reversed through the blood of Jesus Christ. God’s grace not only provides salvation for those who trust in Christ but also sustains them through this life and into eternity. The air we breathe, the guidance we experience, and the strength we need to live our lives all represent God’s undeserved favor—His marvelous grace.

Think about what your life would be like WITHOUT God’s grace. If I do not believe in God’s grace, I won’t understand the depth of my sin and I won’t see my need for salvation. Life would be so miserable, and the lies of the world would lead me to believe that I am entitled to God’s favor, which I think I can earn; and therefore life would be a mess.

BUT… when I believe in God’s grace, I take no credit for my salvation or anything God has done on my behalf. With humility and gratitude, I recognize my utter dependence on God and His unswerving faithfulness. I feel secure, not because I am strong but because God is gracious.

We can become so accustomed to God’s grace that we fail to recognize its wonder, but the truth is, we stand in constant need of God’s grace, which He supplies in lavish abundance!!

Application Questions:

How often do you stop and ponder that God’s grace is truly amazing?

In what ways have you experienced God’s grace today? How will you thank Him?

Outline:

Aim: God graciously provides victory over sin’s curse.

FROM VICTIMS TO VICTORS

I. A Counter-Decree of Grace (Esther 8 )

II. A Deliverance By Grace (Esther 9:1 - 19 )

III. A Celebration of Grace and Providence (Esther 9:20-10:3)

PRINCIPLES

By God’s grace, sin’s deadly consequences are reversed.

By God’s grace, His own are sustained through this life and into eternity.

By God’s grace, we continue to celebrate His victory over sin and death.