“…and the grace of our Lord overflowed for me with the faith
and love that are in Christ Jesus.” – 1 Tim 1: 14
Paul deliberately recorded his extraordinary experiences in
order to become an example for many people. How he experienced a big change in
his life. He said, “I thank Him who strengthens me, who is Christ Jesus our
Lord, because He considers me faithful and has entrusted this service to me”.
Paul realized that he could serve only because of the
strength of God and the strength of God that kept him faithful. Formerly Paul
was a fierce blasphemer and persecutor, but because of grace he was worthy of
God.
We cannot change ourselves without God's mercy. The changes
that Paul went through were all because of God's grace. We can also experience change for the better.
From God's side, He has given a great love, because it is
necessary for us to do something from our side, namely faithfulness to live in
that grace. Everyone can experience God's grace but not necessarily everyone is
loyal to God. Be faithful because HE is so faithful. Thus we are grateful for
the grace He has given us. Amen
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