New England Spring Bible Conference 2023
Springfield, MA
May 6, 2023
Bible Studies
Riches of His Grace and Glory
Introduction: Grace is a divine attribute that defines God's disposition to man. The very first mention of grace is Genesis 6:8 "But Noah found grace in the eyes of the Lord" Grace - kindness and favor usually to an inferior. It is God's unmerited favor to man. The first study not only covers this grace - but the riches (fullness, abundance, valuable bestowment) and the exceeding riches of His Grace from the God and Father of our Lord Jesus!
Glory is the distinguishing feature that demonstrates dignity, honor and invokes praise and worship.
Sutdy 1: Riches of His Grace
Riches of His Grace - Ephesians 1:3-10; 2:4-7
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Ephesians 1:7 - The riches (fullness) of God's grace
- Blessed with every spiritual blessing (1:3)
- Chosen in Christ before the foundation of the world (1:4)
- Predestined - for adoption (1:5)
- Accepted in the beloved (1:6)
- Redemption and forgiveness (1:7)
- Informed of the mystery of His will (1:9)
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Eph. 2:7 - The exceeding (surpassing, immeasurable) riches (fullness) of
God's grace
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What was purposed in God's grace is amplified because it was given
to those who:
- were dead,
- are raised,
- seated
- Romans 5:20 - Where sin abounded - grace has over abounded
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What was purposed in God's grace is amplified because it was given
to those who:
Study 2: The Riches of God's Glory
The Riches of God's Glory - Romans 9:22-24; Ephesians 3:14-21
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Romans 9:22-24 - The Riches of God's Glory
- The sovereign rule of God in history is so that His glory will be displayed, and known by all.
- His redemptive plan for Jews and Gentiles is to demonstrate His glory
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Ephesians 3:14-21 - Paul praying for the Ephesian believers - Asks the
Father - that they be:
- Strengthened with power (v16)
- Christ may dwell in your hearts (v17)
- Comprehend what is the breadth and height and depth (v18)
- To know the love of Christ (v19)
- Be filled with all the fullness of God (v20)