What does the Bible say about graces?
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The Bible teaches that spiritual graces are gifts of God’s saving work, displayed in the character, faith, and love of those united to Christ. Jesus calls His people blessed even in poverty of spirit, meekness, mercy, purity, and persecution in Matthew 5:3-11. Romans 5:3-5 shows that suffering can produce perseverance, character, and hope through the Holy Spirit’s poured-out love. Love is central, for 1 Corinthians 13:1-8 declares it greater than impressive gifts and enduring in nature, while faith, hope, and love remain, with love greatest. Galatians 5:22-23 identifies the Spirit’s fruit, and 2 Peter 1:5-9 urges believers to grow diligently in these graces as evidence of fruitful knowledge of Christ.
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- (Christian) Matthew 5:3-11; Romans 5:3-5; 1 Corinthians 13:1-8; 1 Corinthians 13:13; Galatians 5:22; Galatians 5:23; 2 Peter 1:5-9
- See CHARACTER
- See CHARITABLENESS
- See COURAGE
- See GENTLENESS
- See HOPE
- See KINDNESS
- See KNOWLEDGE
- See LONGSUFFERING
- See LOVE
- See MEEKNESS
- See PATIENCE
- See PEACE
- See PERSEVERANCE
- See PURITY
- See STABILITY
- See TEMPERANCE
- See WISDOM
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