Today is Wednesday, November 3rd, 2010; Karen's Korner #1938

Words written by Max Lucado in his book titled "Come Thirsty"; from chapter three "When Grace Goes Deep". He refers to Ephesians 2:4 - 9 (look it up and read it if you have time):
 
 
"Look how grace defines us. We are:
 
* spiritually alive: 'he gave us life' (v. 5);
* heavenly positioned: 'seated with him in the heavenly realms' (v. 6);
* connected to God: 'one with Christ Jesus' (v. 6)
* billboards of mercy: 'examples of the incredible wealth of his favor and kindness toward us' (v. 7)
* honored children: 'God saved you by his special favor' (v. 8)
 
"Grave defines you. As grace sinks in, earthly labels fade. Society labels you like a can on an assembly line. Stupid. Unproductive. Slow learner. Fast talker. Quitter. Cheapsake. But as grace infiltrates, criticism disintegrates. You know you aren't who they say you are. You are who God says you are. Spiritually alive. Heavenly positioned. Connected to the Father. A billboard of mercy. An honored child.
 
"Of course, not all labels are negative. Some people regard you as handsome, clever, successful, or efficient. But even a White House office doesn't compare with being 'seated with him in the heavenly realms.' Grace creates the Christian's resume."
 
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