2024-06-09_Sunday 2nd Service. Open Door Grace Manifested. By PBC Associate Pastor, Rev. Dr. Simon Mwangi

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Ever wondered how patience, forgiveness, and restoration can transform your life? This episode promises to reveal the depths of God's grace through the powerful parable of the prodigal son from Luke 15:11-24. We promise you'll gain profound insights into three vital types of grace: patient grace, pardoning grace, and restoring grace, as we reflect on the father's unwavering expectation for his son's return, akin to our Heavenly Father's patience with each one of us. Drawing on 2 Peter 3:8-10, we’ll discuss the necessity of embodying patient grace in our families, workplaces, and churches.
Imagine the impact of patience and forgiveness in your life. Through real-life anecdotes and biblical stories, such as the poignant tale of Esau and Jacob, we highlight the severe consequences of impatience and the divine virtue of trusting God's timing. The father's compassion in the parable of the prodigal son illuminates the transformative power of forgiving grace, underlined by personal stories that demonstrate how grace can heal wounds, resolve conflicts, and restore relationships. Galatians 5:22 guides us in understanding the fruits of patience, setting a divine example for us to follow.
In the final part of our discussion, we draw powerful parallels between the prodigal son's story and the redemptive work of Jesus Christ. True forgiveness and transformation are only possible through His sacrifice, a point we emphasize using scriptural references like 2 Corinthians 5:17 and Psalm 103:12. We address the burdens of guilt many of us carry, reassuring you of God's complete and irrevocable forgiveness. By exploring the boundless nature of God's pardoning grace, we offer hope and encouragement to those struggling with past sins, affirming that once confessed, our sins are forgiven and forgotten in God's eyes. Join us for this heartfelt exploration of grace that promises to inspire and uplift.

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1. Open Door Grace Manifested (00:00:00)

2. The Power of Patience and Forgiveness (00:13:10)

3. [Ad] Ask Ralph - Christian Finance (00:17:58)

4. (Cont.) The Power of Patience and Forgiveness (00:18:44)

5. The Father's Pardoning Grace (00:24:35)

6. Experiencing God's Pardoning Grace (00:30:14)