The Meaning of Grace

To the moralist, grace is a religious word devoid of any real meaning.

To the legalist, grace is a theological problem that must somehow be twisted until it means a reward for doing good.

To the theologian, grace is a point of contention and debate.

But to the sinner, grace is a bright light in a dark tunnel, a cool drink in a hot and dry desert; it is life from the dead and hope in the midst of despair.  Grace is the sound of keys in a cell door and shackles hitting the ground.  Grace is a warm bed and a place at the family table for the runaway.  No one but a sinner knows what grace is.  Sinners say things like, “Amazing Grace how sweet the sound!” and “Grace, ‘tis a charming sound, harmonious to the ear”, and, “Marvellous grace of our loving Lord…” 

Grace – God’s grace – is the only word of hope in this world.