1 Timothy 1:14
And the grace of our Lord was exceeding abundant with faith and love which is in Christ Jesus.
1 TIMOTHY 1:14
Paul describes the grace of Jesus as “exceeding abundant” with faith and love that are in Christ Jesus. This is a picture of grace not as a bare forgiveness but as transformative power that floods the believer’s life with faith and love. Grace becomes a dynamic force for change, not a passive pardon. The context emphasizes how mercy produces new appetites—toward faith, love, and righteous living.
Grace is the engine of salvation and sanctification. It shows that God’s provisions are abundant and sufficient for transformation. Faith and love are fruits of grace, the inward response to God’s initiative. This aligns with Paul’s emphasis that the gospel creates a people who live in hope and ethical courage.
Practical steps:
- Pray for a fresh experience of God’s grace to grow faith and love in daily life.
- Let acts of love be the natural overflow of your faith, not mere obligation.
- In relational conflicts, respond with grace that invites reconciliation.
Cross-References: Romans 5:20-21; Ephesians 2:8-10; Titus 2:11-14; 2 Corinthians 12:9-10; Galatians 5:22-23