3. GRACE AND FAITH

--- GroupLayout: **Understanding Grace and Faith** --- **Headline:** Dive into the Depths of Divine Grace and Sustaining Faith 🌟 **Course Description:** Welcome to a transformative journey into the heart of Christian faith with our course, "**3. GRACE AND FAITH: Understanding God's Undeserving Favor and True Belief**." This course is an invitation to discover the true essence of grace and faith as revealed in the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. **Grace Defined:** 🕊️ - **The Cross: A Symbol of Completion**: At Calvary, the transaction was completed, the debt paid in full – not just for our spirits but for our souls and bodies too. - **Beyond Works**: It's not about striving to earn favor; it's about accepting the favor that has been freely given. Understand that your salvation is a gift, not a reward. - **Jesus' Sacrifice**: Reflect on what Jesus did for you, not what you can do for Him. It's not the labor you invest but the grace you receive and the faith you hold. **Faith Explored:** 🙏 - **Faith as a Gift**: Learn how faith is not a product of human effort but a divine gift from God, bestowed upon those who believe. - **The Spirit of Power**: Be empowered by knowing that you have been given a spirit of power, love, and a sound mind – not one of fear or doubt. - **The Role of Faith**: Explore the concept of faith as a spirit within us, as described in II Corinthians 1:24, echoing the same belief that inspired the original writer. **Why Take This Course?** ❓ - **Combat Misconceptions**: Stand against the distortions of grace by understanding its true biblical meaning and the difference between grace and works. - **Embrace True Faith**: Learn to trust in God's unmerited favor and His promises, rather than relying on human effort or performance-based religion. - **Cultivate Your Spiritual Life**: Grow in your knowledge of how faith operates within you and learn to speak with confidence in what you believe. **Key Takeaways:** 🔑 - A deeper understanding of the concept of grace as it relates to Christianity. - Insight into the nature of faith as a gift from God. - Tools to differentiate between grace and works, ensuring a correct biblical worldview. - Encouragement and guidance in living out the spirit of power, love, and a sound mind. - Strategies for speaking with conviction about your faith, rooted in the grace of God. **Join Us on This Spiritual Adventure!** 🛣️✨ Embark on a course that will transform how you view salvation and spiritual growth. With engaging content, thoughtful discussions, and practical applications, "**3. GRACE AND FAITH: Understanding God's Undeserving Favor and True Belief**" is more than just an online course – it's a pathway to a deeper walk with the Lord. --- Enroll now and let your journey into the grace and faith of our Savior begin! 🌻✨