Discover the liberating, unveiling yet profound truth of God's forgiveness and its transformative power. Dive into the hearts of Christians who grapple with doubts about God's willingness to heal, grounded in feelings of unworthiness. Explore how, in every miracle performed by Jesus, the issue of guilt and shame took precedence. Jesus, rather than immediately performing a physical healing, began by offering the paralytic something far more profound—forgiveness of sins. Delve into the key principle of remaining in grace, recognizing that it's not our sins but our disbelief in God's ability to handle them that distances us from Him. By revealing the role of the Law in magnifying our need for grace and the dangers of condemnation and shame, be encouraged as believers to stay in the gospel, dwell in God's unmerited favor, and remain confident of His endless forgiveness.

Mark 2:5 (ESV) And when Jesus saw their faith, he said to the paralytic, "Son, your sins are forgiven."

In our debut of our Overflow Of Grace series, Pr. Raph delves into the theme of achieving spiritual maturity and finding lasting peace through faith. The emphasis and importance of discerning God's will, maintaining inner peace, and understanding the concept of "Shalom" for wholeness is shared; and also, the underscoring role of God's favor and harmonious relationships in one's journey. Ultimately, this message encourages a focus on Christ's sacrifice as the path to experiencing and preserving profound peace in life.

Romans 12:2 (ESV) Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.

As we transition into our last message on our Grace and Peace project, we look forward to the Overflow Of Grace God has for us, putting an emphasis of a need for believers to experience God's grace and move from a cycle of defeat to one of growth. By underscoring the significance of creating a faith-filled environment by surrounding oneself with the right people, one cultivates positive mental images, and speaks words of faith.

Proverbs 4:18 (ESV) But the path of the righteous is like the light of dawn, which shines brighter and brighter until full day.

As we transition into our last message on our Grace and Peace project, we look forward to the Overflow Of Grace God has for us, putting an emphasis of a need for believers to experience God's grace and move from a cycle of defeat to one of growth. By underscoring the significance of creating a faith-filled environment by surrounding oneself with the right people, one cultivates positive mental images, and speaks words of faith.

Proverbs 4:18 (ESV) But the path of the righteous is like the light of dawn, which shines brighter and brighter until full day.

We are, and should be, encouraged to share our unique testimonies with confidence, recognizing the life-changing impact encountering Jesus has had on us. It is Him who serves as the ultimate “But” in our lives, it is Him whom we desperately need in a fallen world, or “Dark Valley,” where sin and spiritual deadness prevail. Christ Jesus, the light of the world, offers redemption and freedom from guilt through His sacrifice. In Him, we are reminded that our testimonies are potent tools for sharing the Gospel, illustrating God’s multiplying grace and peace, as we transition from darkness to the kingdom of His beloved Son.

John 16:33 (ESV) “ I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.”

We are, and should be, encouraged to share our unique testimonies with confidence, recognizing the life-changing impact encountering Jesus has had on us. It is Him who serves as the ultimate “But” in our lives, it is Him whom we desperately need in a fallen world, or “Dark Valley,” where sin and spiritual deadness prevail. Christ Jesus, the light of the world, offers redemption and freedom from guilt through His sacrifice. In Him, we are reminded that our testimonies are potent tools for sharing the Gospel, illustrating God’s multiplying grace and peace, as we transition from darkness to the kingdom of His beloved Son.

John 16:33 (ESV) “ I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.”

As we refocus on the subject of grace, understand that Christianity is all about grace, not religion. While religions are based on human efforts, Christianity is about a personal relationship with God through Jesus Christ. The central message is that salvation comes through faith in Jesus, not through following rituals or laws. Grace transforms believers from within and brings peace, while religion can lead to shame and condemnation. Be encouraged, focus on the transformative power of grace and the new birth it brings.

Ephesians 2:8-9 (NLT) God [saves] you by his grace when you [believe]. And you can’t take credit for this; it is a gift from God. Salvation is not a reward for the good things we have done, so none of us can boast about it.

Grace is not a religious doctrine but a person – Christ. Grace is about receiving God's unmerited favor and supply, while religion focuses on human efforts and demands. This means that grace leads to faith, healing, righteousness, and provision, while religion generates guilt, anxiety, and self-righteousness. We need an understanding of our identity in Christ and to see God's provision rather than dwelling on demands. Ultimately, as believers, we need to shift our focus from self to Christ and embrace the abundant grace that God offers.

Romans 6:14 (ESV) For sin will have no dominion over you, since you are not under law but under grace.

As we refocus on the subject of grace, understand that Christianity is all about grace, not religion. While religions are based on human efforts, Christianity is about a personal relationship with God through Jesus Christ. The central message is that salvation comes through faith in Jesus, not through following rituals or laws. Grace transforms believers from within and brings peace, while religion can lead to shame and condemnation. Be encouraged, focus on the transformative power of grace and the new birth it brings.

Ephesians 2:8-9 (NLT) God [saves] you by his grace when you [believe]. And you can’t take credit for this; it is a gift from God. Salvation is not a reward for the good things we have done, so none of us can boast about it.

Christ's far-reaching atoning work is highlighted universally while stressing the importance of faith for its efficacy. The idea of God's limitless love is captured in John 3:16. Christ's sacrifice is all-encompassing, and personal acceptance through faith is crucial for salvation. Jesus acts as the mediator between humanity and God, and this redemption theme echoes throughout Scripture. Various instances, like Abraham's covenant and encounters with figures such as Melchizedek, Ruth, Naaman, and the Canaanite woman, illustrate God's grace extending to diverse individuals. The New Testament further showcases non-Israelites like the Roman centurion and Ethiopian eunuch embracing faith. The consistent thread is that salvation hinges on faith in Christ's redemptive work.

Corinthians 5:18-20 (ESV) All this is from God, who through Christ reconciled us to himself and gave us the ministry of reconciliation; that is, in Christ God was reconciling the world to himself, not counting their trespasses against them, and entrusting to us the message of reconciliation.