The Audacity of Grace Pt.1
Pastor Scott Thomas
March, 23, 2025
1 Thessalonians 2:4 New Living Translation
For we speak as messengers approved by God to be entrusted with the Good News. Our purpose is to please God, not people. He alone examines the motives of our hearts.
The Bible is filled with examples of God doing His greatest work through crazy, messy, broken people.
- The Demon-Possessed Preacher!
Mark 5:19 New Living Translation
But Jesus said, “No, go home to your family, and tell them everything the Lord has done for you and how merciful he has been.”
The “Get-Around Girl” Evangelist!
John 4:39 GOD’S WORD Translation
Many Samaritans in that city believed in Jesus because of the woman who said, “He told me everything I’ve ever done.
The “Wild N’ Out” Witness!
John 20:17b GOD’S WORD Translation
Go to my brothers and sisters and tell them, ‘I am going to my Father and your Father, to my God and your God.’
The Assassin Preacher!
Acts 26:16 GOD’S WORD Translation
Stand up! I have appeared to you for a reason. I’m appointing you to be a servant and witness of what you have seen and of what I will show you.
There’s a Purpose & Mission to Your Life!
Matthew 5:16 New English Translation
In the same way, let your light shine before people, so that they can see your good deeds and give honor to your Father in heaven.
Psalms 96:3 Contemporary English Version
Tell every nation on earth, “The Lord is wonderful and does marvelous things!
Question to Ask:
As you reflect on today’s message, consider how it encourages you to know that God uses imperfect people just like us. Which Bible character from Pastor Scott’s examples reminds you most of your own story? Take a moment to identify one person in your life you could start praying for this week, and think about one simple way you might share your faith story with someone in your everyday interactions.
Application:
This week, identify one person in your life who needs to experience God’s grace, commit to praying for them daily, and look for an opportunity to briefly share how Jesus has changed your life. Who will your “one person” be, and how might God use your story—despite any feelings of being unqualified—to make an unexpected impact in their life?
