Heirs by Grace

The Behavior of God’s Children

Remember how to behave before the world.

The right actions:

Be subject to the ruling authorities. - Paul wrote this during a time when the rulers were trying to prevent Christianity from spreading.

1 Peter 2:13–17 ESV

Be subject for the Lord’s sake to every human institution, whether it be to the emperor as supreme, or to governors as sent by him to punish those who do evil and to praise those who do good. For this is the will of God, that by doing good you should put to silence the ignorance of foolish people. Live as people who are free, not using your freedom as a cover-up for evil, but living as servants of God. Honor everyone. Love the brotherhood. Fear God. Honor the emperor.

Be obedient - as long as something does not contradict God’s Word.

Be ready for every Good work.

The proper attitude:

Be peaceable, gentle, showing all humility with all men. Why?

The Blessings of God’s Children

Remember who you once were:

Titus 3:3 ESV

For we ourselves were once foolish, disobedient, led astray, slaves to various passions and pleasures, passing our days in malice and envy, hated by others and hating one another.

Remember what you have received by God’s grace.

The kindness and love of God our Savior toward mankind.

God’s mercy in salvation.

Regeneration and renewal by the Spirit.

You have received the Holy Spirit in abundance through Jesus Christ.

Justification by His grace!

Heirs of God.

The hope of eternal life.