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Ephesians 2:8-9 · WEB
8for by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God,
9not of works, that no one would boast.
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The Power of Faith - Contemporary Example
A few months ago, I met a young woman named Sarah who had just come through a challenging season in her life. She had lost her job, and with it, her sense of purpose. Each day felt like wandering through...
Lessons from Righteousness - Story
There’s a small, weathered church on the outskirts of town, a place where the sun sets low behind the hills, casting long shadows over its brick façade. One chilly evening, a mother named Clara pulled her son, Danny, close as...
The Power of Courage - Story
In a small, sun-soaked village nestled between rolling hills, there lived a young girl named Leah. She was known for her bright smile, but behind that smile lay a heart burdened by fear. Her father had fallen ill, and the...
The Example of Faith - Biblical Analogy
There was once a humble shepherd named David, tending his flock on the rugged hills of Bethlehem. Day after day, David watched over his sheep, dreaming of a life beyond the fields. One fateful afternoon, while singing to soothe his...
When Salvation - Story
Last summer, I met a woman named Clara, a grandmother whose life had been marked by trials and burdens that seemed insurmountable. As we sat together on her porch, she shared her story of addiction and heartbreak, of feeling trapped...
Lessons from Kindness - Contemporary Example
Mary Johnson had lived in the same neighborhood for decades. She was known for her warm smile and the freshly baked cookies she shared with everyone, but her kindness was put to the ultimate test one fateful night. Tragically, her...
The Example of Faith - Contemporary Example
In a small village, there lived a potter named Eli. His workshop was filled with clay, some raw and unformed, others shaping into delicate vases or sturdy bowls. Yet, every once in a while, he would find a lump of...
A Story of Goodness - Story
In a small, sunlit town, there lived a woman named Clara. Everyone knew her as the librarian, a quiet soul who spent her days surrounded by the yellowed pages of old books. But beneath her gentle demeanor lay a story...
A Story of Goodness - Contemporary Example
There’s a woman in our community named Sarah. Not long ago, she faced an uphill battle, struggling with addiction that consumed her life. For years, Sarah drifted through darkness, feeling the weight of shame and despair. It was as if...
When Hope - Contemporary Example
There’s a story I once heard about a young woman named Sarah who found herself at a crossroads in life. After finishing college, she was working hard in a job that drained her, feeling a gnawing emptiness within her soul....
The Example of Salvation - Contemporary Example
Last summer, I had the privilege of meeting a young woman named Sarah at a community outreach event. Sarah had always been a bright light in her neighborhood, but she found herself struggling with feelings of inadequacy and doubt. As...
Lessons from Humility - Story
Elizabeth had always been a woman of quiet strength, yet her life felt like a series of unanswered prayers. For years, she and her husband longed for children, but each month brought the same disappointment. In their community, she felt...
The Power of Faith - Story
There once was a young woman named Sarah who lived in a small coastal town. She was known for her adventurous spirit but harbored a deep fear of the dark. Every night, as she walked home along the winding path...
Thinking About Perseverance - Teaching Material
As we reflect on Ephesians 2:8-9, we are reminded that our salvation is a gift from God, received through faith and not by our own works. This grace calls us into a profound relationship, one that invites our hearts to...
Faith and Salvation - Commentary
When we reflect on Ephesians 2:8-9, we encounter the profoundly transformative truth: "For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God, not of works, lest anyone should boast." This...
Faith and Salvation - Church Context
The Apostle Paul reminds us in Ephesians 2:8-9 that “For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God, not of works, lest anyone should boast.” This profound truth speaks...
Thinking About Faithfulness - Teaching Material
Imagine a child learning to ride a bike. At first, the process is riddled with falls and scraped knees, but there’s a moment—perhaps a warm afternoon or a gentle breeze—when the child finds their balance, and suddenly, they are soaring....
The Example of Faithfulness - Story
There was a young woman named Sarah, who lived in a small town nestled between rolling hills. Every morning, she would rise before dawn and walk along a narrow path that led to a secluded spot by a quiet stream....
A Story of Peace - Contemporary Example
In a small town, there lived a woman named Mary, known for her gentle spirit and open heart. She had faced unimaginable loss—her husband had passed away unexpectedly, leaving her with two young children and a heavy burden of grief....
Biblical Truth: Forgiveness - Commentary
Forgiveness is a profound act that transforms not only our relationships with one another but also our very souls. In Ephesians 2:8-9, Paul writes, “For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves,...
Lessons from Forgiveness - Contemporary Example
Sarah had always been the kind of person who wore her heart on her sleeve, her kindness shining like a beacon in dark places. However, when betrayal came her way, it felt as if her world shattered. A trusted friend...
The Example of Kindness - Story
There’s a powerful story I want to share with you about a young man named Malik, who lived in our community. He grew up facing challenges that would have made many give up—poverty, neglect, and the weight of expectations pressing...
The Power of Courage - Contemporary Example
In a small town, there lived a woman named Clara who had spent her life caring for others. She was known for her kindness, but there was one thing that gnawed at her spirit: she had never fully embraced the...
The Power of Gentleness - Contemporary Example
There’s a beautiful story that unfolded in a small town not too long ago. A local church was celebrating its annual community picnic, an event meant to unite families and strengthen relationships. As laughter and joy filled the air, a...