Awakened to Deliver – Week 7, Day 4: Growing in Grace
Welcome to Awakened to Deliver, a podcast from Fishtok4Jesus Productions. Today, Jeff Fish explores the ongoing journey of growing in grace. Grace isn’t something we receive once and forget—it’s a transformative gift that deepens our relationship with God and shapes how we live and love each day.
Our key verse for today is 2 Peter 3:18:
“But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and forever! Amen.”
Episode Highlights
• Key Verse: 2 Peter 3:18
• What it means to grow in grace: Grace continues to shape us as we walk with God, deepening our faith and refining our character.
• Sanctification and grace: God uses life’s seasons to grow us, inviting us to trust Him and reflect His love in all circumstances.
• Living in grace shapes our identity: Grace frees us from striving for approval and reminds us of our secure worth in Christ.
• The role of community: Relationships are essential in helping us grow in grace, encouraging us to show love, patience, and humility to one another.
Scripture References
• 2 Corinthians 9:8 – God’s grace provides all we need for every good work.
• Philippians 1:6 – God will continue His work in us until the day of Christ.
• James 4:6 – God gives grace to the humble.
• Titus 2:11-12 – Grace teaches us to live godly lives in the present age.
• Colossians 3:12-13 – Bear with one another and forgive as the Lord has forgiven you.
Practical Takeaways
1. Seek Daily Growth in Grace:
• Spend time in prayer and Scripture, inviting God to teach and guide you.
• Reflect on areas where God is calling you to grow in patience, humility, or love.
2. Embrace God’s Refining Work:
• Trust that God uses every season—both joyful and challenging—to mold you into His image.
• View trials as opportunities for God’s grace to deepen your reliance on Him.
3. Let Grace Shape Your Identity:
• Remember that your worth is rooted in Christ, not in your achievements or failures.
• Live confidently as God’s child, knowing His love is unshakable.
4. Show Grace in Community:
• Encourage others in their faith, offering grace and support when they stumble.
• Practice forgiveness and humility in your relationships, reflecting God’s love.
About This Series
This week’s series focuses on grace: the gift that saves, sustains, and transforms. Today’s episode encourages us to embrace the lifelong process of growing in grace, allowing it to shape our identity, relationships, and daily walk with God.
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Music Credits
• “Paphos” by Mountaineer
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