The Manifold and Multi-Colored Grace of God

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Heavenward SCOTTY SMITH The Manifold and Multi-Colored Grace of God SCOTTY SMITH    Whatever our need, “God gives us more grace—fresh grace in the place of previous grace—grace at just the right time.” (James 4:6, John 1:16, Heb.4:16)    Heavenly Father, on this September 2026  Monday, we praise you for—as Peter called it, your “manifold, multi-colored” grace (1Pet.4:10).    Just when we’re about to run away, do something we’ll later regret, or trade in our family for a Diet Coke—you give us “shocking-grace”—shocking us back into our sensibilities. You start the Gospel-party, grill, and band—beckoning us back onto the dance floor of your great love (Luke 15:11-32).    Just when we’re about to throw in the hope-towel—you give us “sanity-grace.” You bring us back to the perspective of eternity, thinking that’s shaped by your Word, and a fresh sighting of Jesus’ empty tomb and occupied throne  (Rev.4).    Just as we’re building our whine-float to enter in the pity-party parade—you give us “sanctifying-grace.” You convict us of our ingratitude, remind us of everything you have given us in Jesus, and bless us with the gift of condemnation-free repentance. Hallelujah, and thank you.    Just when we’re ready to give up on friends and family members ever coming to know you—you give us “super-abounding-grace” (Rom.5:20)—reminding us of this staggering, trustworthy promise: “I revealed myself to those who did not ask for me; I was found by those who did not seek me” (Isa.65:1). Our calling is to love; only you can save.    Just when we’re close to giving into shame again—so tired of being so unlike Jesus so much of the time, you give us “serene-ing-grace”—a peace and assurance that cannot be found anywhere else. You remind us that Jesus is our “righteousness, holiness, and redemption” (1Cor.1:30) and that you will complete the good work of salvation you have started in us (Phil.1:6). Hallelujah, thank you, and So Very Amen. Wish you had a roundup of our best content? Subscribe to our weekly Update. SIGN ME UP! The Gospel Coalition 8520 Allison Pointe Boulevard,  Suite 220 Indianapolis,  IN  46250  United States You received this email because you are subscribed to Scotty Smith's Blog: Heavenward from The Gospel Coalition. Take control of your inbox. Manage your preferences and choose which newsletters you want to receive or unsubscribe from all emails.