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Grace for Grace in Galilee

John revealed that those in Christ are blessed to receive “abundant and full grace,” and the principle He grants is “grace for grace.” This means that God’s abundant grace is given to us continuously, adding more grace to the grace already received.

Each person receives different measures of grace. Some continuously feel it, while others may not notice it; but to receive more, one must rightly recognize and respond to the grace already given.

Among ten lepers who received Jesus’ healing, one Samaritan who felt unworthy but grateful, returned to thank Jesus. Jesus told him, “Arise, go your way. Your faith has made you well.” He received not only physical healing but also the grace of eternal salvation (Luke 17:15-19).

A woman who had been bleeding for twelve years was healed by Jesus after she touched His garment in faith. Jesus specifically asked her to testify about her healing. When she explained how touching Him healed her instantly, Jesus told her, “Daughter, be of good cheer; your faith has made you well. Go in peace.” (Luk8:48)

This healed woman sought the Lord with a reverent heart, received grace through her act of faith, and responded with gratitude by witnessing to others, thus receiving even greater grace. Jesus granted her not just physical well-being but also peace of mind. This is true grace upon grace.

Brother Lin from the Taipei Church, who struggled with Asperger’s syndrome from childhood and couldn’t adapt to school, had to be homeschooled by his mother. Tragically, his mother, whom he depended on greatly, passed away from cancer two years ago. However, by steadfastly looking to Jesus, his life transformed remarkably during these trials. For the past year and a half, his life has been a song of “grace for grace.”

In March 2023, four months after his mother’s passing, he shared at a testimony meeting how daily lengthy prayers and closeness to God lifted the burdens off his shoulders and brought light into his heart. He testified that when he began to face the world and receive God’s grace with gratitude, his fears and anxieties transformed, and he continuously experienced God’s overflowing grace.

Nine months later, he testified again. Naturally shy and nervous about speaking in public, he courageously proclaimed the grace he received if it could edify others.

Truly, it was “grace for grace.” He exceeded his own expectations in the middle school exams, scoring above B grades, and was mercifully admitted to a municipal high school even before the results were released. The clouds of frustration with school gradually cleared as he relied on God, and his emotional control improved, witnessing God’s care and blessings everywhere. Even seemingly unfavorable situations turned out to reveal God’s better plans.

Indeed, the rule of God’s grace is “grace for grace,” and those who receive it are those who seek God, fear Him, are grateful, and are bold in proclaiming His grace. And thus, we become ambassadors for Christ.

Now then, we are ambassadors for Christ, as though God were pleading through us: we implore you on Christ’s behalf, be reconciled to God. (2Cor5:20)

Come join us in experiencing the warmth of worshipping and serving God to achieve peace and love. Once you experienced it, you want to keep on going. Once you experienced it, you want to sing. Pass the peace and love of God on to others. Join us in the upcoming Fall Evangelical Service and Spiritual Convocation in September.

Thursday, September 26, 2024 6:50PM to 8:10PM
Friday and Saturday, September 27-28, 2024 9:00AM to 8:10PM
Sunday, September 29, 2024 9:00AM to 1:00PM
Complimentary lunch and dinner will be served.

Please find our church location below:

4N550 Church Road
Bensenville, IL 60106
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In the meantime, please feel free to join us for our regular Sabbath (Friday evening and Saturday) services online or in-person.

Friday Evening Service:  7:50PM – 9:00PM

Saturday Morning Service:  10:50AM – 12:00Noon

Saturday Afternoon Service:  1:30PM – 2:40PM

Email us at ilovejesus@tjc-chicago.org