Grace Upon Grace

Grace Upon Grace

“For from his fullness we have all received, grace upon grace.” – John 1:16 (ESV)

John’s words in this verse are short but overflowing with depth. When he describes what we receive from Jesus, he doesn’t just say grace—he says grace upon grace. It’s a picture of wave after wave rolling onto the shore, one following another, unending and unstoppable.

Grace is God’s unmerited favor—His kindness and blessing given to us not because we deserve it, but because of who He is. But John emphasizes that God doesn’t stop at giving us one measure of grace. He layers it, stacks it, and pours it out in abundance.
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Think of it this way:

Saving Grace – We are rescued from sin and death by Jesus’ sacrifice.

Sustaining Grace – God gives us daily strength for trials, temptations, and weaknesses.

Transforming Grace – The Spirit shapes us into Christ’s likeness, teaching us to walk in newness of life.

Future Grace – We hold onto the promise of eternal life and God’s presence forever.
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Each stage of our journey with Christ reveals more grace. Every step is built on the last, a foundation of mercy and love that keeps growing. When we fail, He offers forgiveness. When we are weak, He offers strength. When we are weary, He offers rest. Grace never runs out, and grace is never “one and done.”

This phrase, grace upon grace, reminds us that God does not hold back. He is generous, overflowing, and abundant. His grace is always greater than our sin, greater than our weakness, and greater than our need.
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Reflection Questions

1. How have you personally experienced God’s “grace upon grace” in your life?

2. In what areas do you need to trust that God’s grace is still sufficient?

3. How can you extend grace to others as you’ve received it from Christ?
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A Short Prayer

Lord, thank You for Your abundant grace. Thank You that You never run out of mercy, patience, and love for me. Help me not only to receive Your grace but also to walk in it and share it with others. Let my life be a testimony of Your grace upon grace. Amen.

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