{"id":5322,"date":"2023-10-05T16:40:16","date_gmt":"2023-10-05T23:40:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/?page_id=5322"},"modified":"2023-12-20T13:33:05","modified_gmt":"2023-12-20T21:33:05","slug":"common-grace-vs-special-grace","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/common-grace\/common-grace-vs-special-grace\/","title":{"rendered":"Understanding Common Grace vs Special Grace"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-content-justification-center is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-1 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" src=\"https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/person-emoji.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4479\" style=\"width:28px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-popcorn-font-b-font-size\">By <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/about\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/author\/drjohnjackson\/\" target=\"_blank\">Dr. John Jackson<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" src=\"https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/file-emoji.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4480\" style=\"width:28px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"taxonomy-category wp-block-post-terms has-popcorn-font-b-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/category\/grace\/types\/common-grace\/\" rel=\"tag\">Common Grace<\/a><span class=\"wp-block-post-terms__separator\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/category\/grace\/\" rel=\"tag\">Grace<\/a><span class=\"wp-block-post-terms__separator\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/category\/grace\/types\/\" rel=\"tag\">Types of Grace<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-border-color has-popcorn-secondary-color-border-color is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-radius:5px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40)\">\n<details class=\"wp-block-details has-popcorn-font-m-font-size is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:700\"><summary>What You&#8217;ll Learn<\/summary>\n<nav class=\"wp-block-table-of-contents has-popcorn-font-b-font-size\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:400\"><ol><li><a class=\"wp-block-table-of-contents__entry\" href=\"https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/common-grace\/common-grace-vs-special-grace\/#the-meaning-of-common-grace\">The Meaning of Common Grace<\/a><ol><li><a class=\"wp-block-table-of-contents__entry\" href=\"https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/common-grace\/common-grace-vs-special-grace\/#definition-of-common-grace\">Definition of Common Grace<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"wp-block-table-of-contents__entry\" href=\"https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/common-grace\/common-grace-vs-special-grace\/#implications-of-common-grace\">Implications of Common Grace<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"wp-block-table-of-contents__entry\" href=\"https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/common-grace\/common-grace-vs-special-grace\/#examples-of-common-grace-in-the-bible\">Examples of Common Grace in the Bible<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"wp-block-table-of-contents__entry\" href=\"https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/common-grace\/common-grace-vs-special-grace\/#table-2-historical-figures-and-their-views-on-grace\">Historical Figures and Their Views on Grace<\/a><\/li><\/ol><\/li><li><a class=\"wp-block-table-of-contents__entry\" href=\"https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/common-grace\/common-grace-vs-special-grace\/#the-meaning-of-special-grace\">The Meaning of Special Grace<\/a><ol><li><a class=\"wp-block-table-of-contents__entry\" href=\"https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/common-grace\/common-grace-vs-special-grace\/#definition-of-special-grace\">Definition of Special Grace<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"wp-block-table-of-contents__entry\" href=\"https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/common-grace\/common-grace-vs-special-grace\/#the-role-of-special-grace-in-salvation\">The Role of Special Grace in Salvation<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"wp-block-table-of-contents__entry\" href=\"https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/common-grace\/common-grace-vs-special-grace\/#examples-of-special-grace-in-the-bible\">Examples of Special Grace in the Bible<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"wp-block-table-of-contents__entry\" href=\"https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/common-grace\/common-grace-vs-special-grace\/#table-3-scriptural-references-and-their-implications\">Scriptural References and Their Implications<\/a><\/li><\/ol><\/li><li><a class=\"wp-block-table-of-contents__entry\" href=\"https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/common-grace\/common-grace-vs-special-grace\/#common-grace-vs-special-grace\">Common Grace vs Special Grace<\/a><ol><li><a class=\"wp-block-table-of-contents__entry\" href=\"https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/common-grace\/common-grace-vs-special-grace\/#distinguishing-characteristics-of-common-grace\">Distinguishing Characteristics of Common Grace<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"wp-block-table-of-contents__entry\" href=\"https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/common-grace\/common-grace-vs-special-grace\/#distinguishing-characteristics-of-special-grace\">Distinguishing Characteristics of Special Grace<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"wp-block-table-of-contents__entry\" href=\"https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/common-grace\/common-grace-vs-special-grace\/#understanding-the-relationship-between-common-grace-and-special-grace\">Understanding the Relationship Between Common Grace and Special Grace<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"wp-block-table-of-contents__entry\" href=\"https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/common-grace\/common-grace-vs-special-grace\/#table-1-forms-of-grace-in-theological-perspectives\">Forms of Grace in Theological Perspectives<\/a><\/li><\/ol><\/li><li><a class=\"wp-block-table-of-contents__entry\" href=\"https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/common-grace\/common-grace-vs-special-grace\/#recognizing-the-goodness-of-god-in-both-graces\">Recognizing the Goodness of God in Both Graces<\/a><ol><li><a class=\"wp-block-table-of-contents__entry\" href=\"https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/common-grace\/common-grace-vs-special-grace\/#god-s-goodness-displayed-in-common-grace\">God&#8217;s Goodness Displayed in Common Grace<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"wp-block-table-of-contents__entry\" href=\"https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/common-grace\/common-grace-vs-special-grace\/#god-s-goodness-evident-in-special-grace\">God&#8217;s Goodness Evident in Special Grace<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"wp-block-table-of-contents__entry\" href=\"https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/common-grace\/common-grace-vs-special-grace\/#appreciating-the-unmerited-favor-found-in-both-graces\">Appreciating the Unmerited Favor Found in Both Graces<\/a><\/li><\/ol><\/li><li><a class=\"wp-block-table-of-contents__entry\" href=\"https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/common-grace\/common-grace-vs-special-grace\/#the-significance-of-grace-in-our-lives\">The Significance of Grace in Our Lives<\/a><ol><li><a class=\"wp-block-table-of-contents__entry\" href=\"https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/common-grace\/common-grace-vs-special-grace\/#understanding-our-undeserving-nature\">Understanding Our Undeserving Nature<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"wp-block-table-of-contents__entry\" href=\"https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/common-grace\/common-grace-vs-special-grace\/#how-grace-transforms-and-empowers-us\">How Grace Transforms and Empowers Us<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"wp-block-table-of-contents__entry\" href=\"https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/common-grace\/common-grace-vs-special-grace\/#embracing-and-extending-grace-to-others\">Embracing and Extending Grace to Others<\/a><\/li><\/ol><\/li><li><a class=\"wp-block-table-of-contents__entry\" href=\"https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/common-grace\/common-grace-vs-special-grace\/#grace-ambassador-bringing-heaven-to-earth\">Grace Ambassador: Bringing Heaven To Earth<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"wp-block-table-of-contents__entry\" href=\"https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/common-grace\/common-grace-vs-special-grace\/#the-aspects-of-common-grace\">The Aspects of Common Grace<\/a><ol><li><a class=\"wp-block-table-of-contents__entry\" href=\"https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/common-grace\/common-grace-vs-special-grace\/#religious-tolerance-and-freedom\">Religious Tolerance and Freedom<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"wp-block-table-of-contents__entry\" href=\"https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/common-grace\/common-grace-vs-special-grace\/#talents-and-abilities-bestowed-to-all\">Talents and Abilities Bestowed to All<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"wp-block-table-of-contents__entry\" href=\"https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/common-grace\/common-grace-vs-special-grace\/#provision-of-basic-needs-for-all\">Provision of Basic Needs for All<\/a><\/li><\/ol><\/li><\/ol><\/nav>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-border-color has-popcorn-success-text-border-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-5 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-radius:5px;background-color:#dddddd\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-content-justification-left is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-3 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-top:0;padding-bottom:0\">\n<p class=\"has-popcorn-quinary-color-color has-popcorn-success-text-background-color has-text-color has-background\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40)\"><strong>Key Takeaways<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\">\n<p>As we explore these&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/common-grace\/common-grace-vs-special-grace\/\" class=\"ek-link\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>common grace vs special grace<\/strong><\/span><\/a>, consider these foundational insights:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Holistic Understanding<\/strong>: Grace encompasses&nbsp;<strong>God\u2019s law<\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong>divine grace<\/strong>, and the&nbsp;<strong>covenant of grace<\/strong>, reflecting the&nbsp;<strong>goodness of God<\/strong>&nbsp;in spiritual and moral realms.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hand of God<\/strong>: The&nbsp;<strong>hand of God<\/strong>&nbsp;actively extends grace to all, evident in daily blessings and the&nbsp;<strong>general offer<\/strong>&nbsp;of salvation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cosmic Intermediate State<\/strong>: The world exists in a state where grace and rebellion against God coexist, highlighting the tension between divine generosity and human resistance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Unregenerate Contributions<\/strong>: Individuals not transformed by&nbsp;<strong>God\u2019s special grace<\/strong>&nbsp;can still positively contribute to society through common grace.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Call to Repentance<\/strong>: Grace calls for repentance, a turning away from sin and embracing God, central to the Christian life and enabled by&nbsp;<strong>God\u2019s grace<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-popcorn-font-l-font-size\" id=\"the-meaning-of-common-grace\">The Meaning of Common Grace<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"definition-of-common-grace\">Definition of Common Grace<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-popcorn-font-b-font-size\">Understanding the&nbsp;<strong>types of grace<\/strong>&nbsp;is fundamental in recognizing the multifaceted goodness of God.&nbsp;<strong>Common grace<\/strong>&nbsp;is a theological concept referring to the grace of God that is common to all humankind. It is not selective and does not lead to salvation but is rather a divine generosity shared universally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-popcorn-font-b-font-size\">This grace manifests in various ways, including the&nbsp;<strong>restraint of sin<\/strong>, the maintenance of&nbsp;<strong>civil order<\/strong>, and the bestowing of various&nbsp;<strong>talents and abilities<\/strong>&nbsp;to individuals irrespective of their faith or righteousness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"implications-of-common-grace\">Implications of Common Grace<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-popcorn-font-b-font-size\">Common grace has profound implications on humanity and the&nbsp;<strong>sin-cursed world<\/strong>&nbsp;we inhabit. Firstly, it demonstrates God\u2019s immeasurable goodness and&nbsp;<strong>kindness to the undeserving<\/strong>. Through common grace, all individuals, regardless of their spiritual state, can experience goodness and mercy in their lives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-popcorn-font-b-font-size\">Secondly, common grace serves as a&nbsp;<strong>restraint on sin and evil<\/strong>, preventing the world from plunging into utter chaos and depravity. This grace also provides everyone with a glimpse of God\u2019s character, serving as a&nbsp;<strong>general revelation<\/strong>&nbsp;of His divine nature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"examples-of-common-grace-in-the-bible\">Examples of Common Grace in the Bible<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-popcorn-font-b-font-size\">Various biblical texts illustrate the presence and operation of God\u2019s common grace:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>In&nbsp;<strong>Matthew 5:45<\/strong>, Jesus notes that the Father causes the sun to rise on both the evil and the good, and sends rain on the righteous and unrighteous alike. This underscores the&nbsp;<strong>non-discriminatory and generous aspect of common grace<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Genesis 39:5<\/strong>&nbsp;shows God blessing an Egyptian officer&#8217;s household due to Joseph\u2019s presence, highlighting that God\u2019s blessings are not confined to His chosen people.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-popcorn-font-b-font-size\">Through these examples and more, the Bible vividly depicts how God\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/common-grace\/common-grace-gods-gift-to-all\/\" class=\"ek-link\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">common grace<\/span><\/a> positively impacts humanity, providing a foundational understanding for deeper theological reflection and appreciation of divine generosity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"table-2-historical-figures-and-their-views-on-grace\">Historical Figures and Their Views on Grace<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Historical Figure<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Views on Common Grace<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Views on Special Grace<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><strong>John Calvin<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Saw it as a universal grace, sustaining creation and humanity<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Central to salvation, with an emphasis on predestination<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><strong>Jacobus Arminius<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Acknowledged it but focused more on the role of human free will<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Believed it could be resisted or accepted by human free will<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><strong>Louis Berkhof<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Systematically articulated and defended the doctrine of common grace<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Maintained a traditional Reformed emphasis on irresistible grace<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-popcorn-font-l-font-size\" id=\"the-meaning-of-special-grace\">The Meaning of Special Grace<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"definition-of-special-grace\">Definition of Special Grace<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-popcorn-font-b-font-size\">Special grace, unlike&nbsp;<strong>common grace<\/strong>, is not given to everyone. This type of grace is&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/common-grace\/common-grace-vs-saving-grace\/\" class=\"ek-link\"><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">saving grace<\/span><\/strong><\/a>, a divine empowerment bestowed upon sinners for salvation.&nbsp;<strong>Special grace<\/strong>&nbsp;is exclusive, transformative, and redeeming, offered only to those who have&nbsp;<strong>faith in Jesus Christ<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-popcorn-font-b-font-size\">It is a particular act of favor that leads to eternal life, illuminating the hearts and minds of individuals, enabling them to repent from sin and trust in Christ for salvation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"the-role-of-special-grace-in-salvation\">The Role of Special Grace in Salvation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-popcorn-font-b-font-size\">The pivotal role of&nbsp;<strong>special grace<\/strong>&nbsp;is evident in the salvation process:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Initiation<\/strong>: Special grace initiates the salvation journey, enlightening the sinner\u2019s mind and convicting the heart of sin.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Empowerment<\/strong>: It empowers the sinner to&nbsp;<strong>repent<\/strong>&nbsp;and have faith in Jesus Christ and to trust the Holy Spirit, providing the necessary strength and conviction to turn away from sin.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Preservation<\/strong>: Special grace also preserves the believer, keeping them in faith and securing them until the final salvation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-popcorn-font-b-font-size\">This grace is indispensable, as it operates from the inception to the consummation of the salvation experience, showcasing the&nbsp;<strong>goodness of God<\/strong>&nbsp;in redeeming humanity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"examples-of-special-grace-in-the-bible\">Examples of Special Grace in the Bible<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-popcorn-font-b-font-size\">The Bible abounds with instances showcasing God\u2019s special grace:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Ephesians 2:8-9<\/strong>&nbsp;states, \u201cFor it is by grace you have been saved, through faith\u2014and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God\u2014not by works, so that no one can boast.\u201d This passage highlights the exclusive and unmerited nature of special grace in salvation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In&nbsp;<strong>Acts 9<\/strong>, the conversion of the&nbsp;<strong>Apostle Paul<\/strong>&nbsp;is a dramatic illustration of God\u2019s special grace, where God intervenes to transform a persecutor of Christians into one of its greatest apostles.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-popcorn-font-b-font-size\">Through these biblical <a href=\"https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/common-grace\/examples-of-common-grace\/\" class=\"ek-link\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">examples of common grace<\/span><\/a>, we observe the transformative power of God\u2019s special grace, underscoring its centrality in Christian soteriology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"table-3-scriptural-references-and-their-implications\">Scriptural References and Their Implications<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Scripture Reference<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Implication of Common Grace<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Implication of Special Grace<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><strong>Romans 2:14-15<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Shows that Gentiles, who do not have the law, instinctively do what the law requires, reflecting God&#8217;s work in their hearts<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">N\/A<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><strong>Acts 14:17<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Indicates that God provides for humanity, giving rains from heaven and fruitful seasons<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">N\/A<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><strong>John 6:44<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">N\/A<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Emphasizes the necessity of divine drawing or calling for a person to come to Christ, highlighting the role of special grace in salvation<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n<!-- This site is converting visitors into subscribers and customers with OptinMonster - https:\/\/optinmonster.com :: Campaign Title: Main Inline -->\n<div id=\"om-aq5yba3rbk7w2qoskykr-holder\"><\/div>\n<script>(function(d,u,ac){var s=d.createElement('script');s.type='text\/javascript';s.src='https:\/\/a.omappapi.com\/app\/js\/api.min.js';s.async=true;s.dataset.user=u;s.dataset.campaign=ac;d.getElementsByTagName('head')[0].appendChild(s);})(document,301708,'aq5yba3rbk7w2qoskykr');<\/script>\n<!-- \/ OptinMonster -->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-popcorn-font-l-font-size\" id=\"common-grace-vs-special-grace\">Common Grace vs Special Grace<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"distinguishing-characteristics-of-common-grace\">Distinguishing Characteristics of Common Grace<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-popcorn-font-b-font-size\">Common grace holds distinct features making it unique:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Universality<\/strong>: As the name suggests, common grace is common to all. It isn&#8217;t dependent on one\u2019s faith or righteousness and is generously extended to everyone.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Temporal Benefits<\/strong>: This grace bestows numerous benefits, like talents, intelligence, and the capacity for moral action, which are temporal and non-saving but enhance the quality of life.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Restraint of Evil<\/strong>: It acts to restrain against the complete dominion of evil, maintaining a level of order and goodness in society.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"distinguishing-characteristics-of-special-grace\">Distinguishing Characteristics of Special Grace<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-popcorn-font-b-font-size\">Special grace, conversely, possesses different attributes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Selectivity<\/strong>: Special grace is selective, given only to those who believe and trust in Jesus Christ.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Salvific<\/strong>: This grace is saving and redemptive, leading individuals to eternal life and spiritual enlightenment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Transformative<\/strong>: It not only saves but also transforms lives, renewing minds and hearts, making individuals more like Christ.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"understanding-the-relationship-between-common-grace-and-special-grace\">Understanding the Relationship Between Common Grace and Special Grace<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-popcorn-font-b-font-size\">Understanding the relationship between common and special grace is crucial. While&nbsp;<strong>common grace<\/strong>&nbsp;is extended to all individuals indiscriminately,&nbsp;<strong>special grace<\/strong>&nbsp;is reserved for those who come to faith in Christ.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-popcorn-font-b-font-size\">Common grace serves as a foundation that sustains life and society, whereas special grace builds upon this foundation to bring about salvation and transformation in the lives of believers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-popcorn-font-b-font-size\">Together, they demonstrate the comprehensive and multifaceted grace of God, revealing His kindness, mercy, and love towards humanity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"table-1-forms-of-grace-in-theological-perspectives\">Forms of Grace in Theological Perspectives<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Theological Perspective<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Common Grace<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Special or Saving Grace<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><strong>Reformed Theology<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Acknowledged and emphasized, seen as God&#8217;s goodness to mankind in general<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Central to soteriology, highlighting God\u2019s election and regeneration of the elect<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><strong>Arminian Theology<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Acknowledged but not heavily emphasized<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Seen as resistible, offered to all but effective only for those who accept it<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-popcorn-font-l-font-size\" id=\"recognizing-the-goodness-of-god-in-both-graces\">Recognizing the Goodness of God in Both Graces<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"god-s-goodness-displayed-in-common-grace\">God&#8217;s Goodness Displayed in Common Grace<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-popcorn-font-b-font-size\"><strong>Common grace<\/strong>&nbsp;is a magnificent display of God\u2019s inherent goodness to all of creation. This form of grace illuminates the&nbsp;<strong>goodness of God<\/strong>, as it is generously and indiscriminately showered upon all individuals, regardless of their faith or moral standing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-popcorn-font-b-font-size\">Through common grace, every person experiences God\u2019s unmerited favor and kindness in various aspects of life, such as enjoying the beauty of nature, possessing talents and abilities, and experiencing love and relationships.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"god-s-goodness-evident-in-special-grace\">God&#8217;s Goodness Evident in Special Grace<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-popcorn-font-b-font-size\"><strong>Special grace<\/strong>&nbsp;is another remarkable facet of God&#8217;s goodness, albeit more selective. This grace is God\u2019s ultimate act of love and mercy, offered to humanity for salvation and reconciliation with Him.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-popcorn-font-b-font-size\">Through special grace, individuals are not only saved from the&nbsp;<strong>wrath<\/strong>&nbsp;due to sin but are also adopted into God\u2019s family, becoming recipients of His eternal love and blessings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-popcorn-font-b-font-size\">It is the means through which the&nbsp;<strong>spirit of God<\/strong>&nbsp;works to regenerate and renew the hearts of believers, leading them to a life of righteousness and godliness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"appreciating-the-unmerited-favor-found-in-both-graces\">Appreciating the Unmerited Favor Found in Both Graces<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-popcorn-font-b-font-size\">Both common and special graces are unmerited and undeserved, highlighting the boundless generosity and favor of God towards humanity. While common grace provides general blessings and favors to all, special grace goes further to secure salvation for believers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-popcorn-font-b-font-size\">Recognizing and appreciating these graces instills a deeper sense of gratitude and love towards God, prompting individuals to live lives that reflect <a href=\"https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/grace\/what-is-grace\/\" class=\"ek-link\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">His goodness and grace<\/span><\/a>. Understanding these graces fosters a heart of worship and devotion, leading to a life that is pleasing and honorable to God.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide popcorn-box-shadow has-popcorn-tertiary-color-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:5px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-right:0;padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-left:0\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"193\" src=\"https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/drjohnjacksonyoutube2-1024x193.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4934\" srcset=\"https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/drjohnjacksonyoutube2-1024x193.png 1024w, https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/drjohnjacksonyoutube2-300x57.png 300w, https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/drjohnjacksonyoutube2-768x145.png 768w, https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/drjohnjacksonyoutube2-940x177.png 940w, https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/drjohnjacksonyoutube2-770x145.png 770w, https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/drjohnjacksonyoutube2-370x70.png 370w, https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/drjohnjacksonyoutube2.png 1113w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-popcorn-quinary-color-color has-text-color has-popcorn-font-l-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1\"><strong>YouTube Channel<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-1 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-75 is-style-outline\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-popcorn-tertiary-color-color has-popcorn-secondary-color-background-color has-text-color has-background has-border-color has-popcorn-primary-color-border-color has-text-align-center wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/mgyb.co\/s\/pXrlI\" style=\"border-radius:10px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Subscribe To YouTube!<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-popcorn-font-l-font-size\" id=\"the-significance-of-grace-in-our-lives\">The Significance of Grace in Our Lives<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"understanding-our-undeserving-nature\">Understanding Our Undeserving Nature<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-popcorn-font-b-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/types-of-grace\/how-many-types-of-grace\/\" class=\"ek-link\"><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Types of grace<\/span><\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;play a pivotal role in understanding our intrinsic value and undeserved favor received from God. Humans, by nature, are sinful and undeserving of God\u2019s favor. Yet, through God\u2019s common and special grace, we experience blessings and salvation respectively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-popcorn-font-b-font-size\">Recognizing that we are recipients of grace despite our undeserving nature fosters humility, gratitude, and a deeper appreciation for God&#8217;s unending love and mercy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-grace-transforms-and-empowers-us\">How Grace Transforms and Empowers Us<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-popcorn-font-b-font-size\">Grace is not merely a passive receipt of favor; it is transformative and empowering. Through&nbsp;<strong>special or saving grace<\/strong>, individuals are not only forgiven but also empowered to lead lives that reflect God\u2019s righteousness and love.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-popcorn-font-b-font-size\">This grace instills a new nature within believers, enabling them to overcome sin, pursue holiness, and engage in good works that glorify God. It is the divine empowerment that allows believers to navigate through life\u2019s challenges with hope, strength, and resilience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"embracing-and-extending-grace-to-others\">Embracing and Extending Grace to Others<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-popcorn-font-b-font-size\">Having been recipients of God\u2019s grace, individuals are called to embrace and extend this grace to others. Understanding grace cultivates a spirit of tolerance, empathy, and love towards others, even towards those who may be deemed undeserving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-popcorn-font-b-font-size\">By reflecting God\u2019s grace in our interactions and relationships, we become conduits of His love and mercy in a world desperately in need of hope and redemption. This practice of extending grace is not only a reflection of our transformed lives but is also a testament to the transformative power of God\u2019s grace at work within us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group popcorn-box-shadow has-border-color has-popcorn-secondary-color-background-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-color:#00253d;border-width:3px;border-radius:10px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-2 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:35%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignleft size-large is-resized has-custom-border\"><a href=\"https:\/\/mgyb.co\/s\/Eafgm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Grace-Ambassador-Mockup-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"grace ambassador book\" class=\"has-border-color has-popcorn-tertiary-color-border-color wp-image-2720\" style=\"border-radius:20px;width:307px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Grace-Ambassador-Mockup-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Grace-Ambassador-Mockup-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Grace-Ambassador-Mockup-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Grace-Ambassador-Mockup-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Grace-Ambassador-Mockup-370x370.jpg 370w, https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Grace-Ambassador-Mockup-210x210.jpg 210w, https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Grace-Ambassador-Mockup-770x770.jpg 770w, https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Grace-Ambassador-Mockup-940x940.jpg 940w, https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Grace-Ambassador-Mockup-100x100.jpg 100w, https:\/\/drjohnjackson.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Grace-Ambassador-Mockup.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);flex-basis:65%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-popcorn-tertiary-color-color has-text-color has-link-color has-popcorn-font-l-font-size wp-elements-fbb54195420c72268cfaaf0cef495600\" id=\"grace-ambassador-bringing-heaven-to-earth\">Grace Ambassador: Bringing Heaven To Earth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-popcorn-tertiary-color-color has-text-color has-link-color has-popcorn-font-b-font-size wp-elements-a4d433ae90ff6cffc09502c329b2c491\">As believers, we have received unimaginable grace from the Father. Unfortunately, we often separate our spiritual life from our everyday lives. We fail to value the grace given to us, and we miss the opportunity to bring heaven to earth. Then we wonder what light we can bring to a world in deep darkness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-left is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-2 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-75 has-custom-font-size is-style-outline has-popcorn-font-b-font-size\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-popcorn-quinary-color-color has-popcorn-tertiary-color-background-color has-text-color has-background has-border-color has-popcorn-primary-color-border-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/mgyb.co\/s\/Eafgm\" style=\"border-width:3px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>Get Your Copy Now <\/em><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-popcorn-font-l-font-size\" id=\"the-aspects-of-common-grace\">The Aspects of Common Grace<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"religious-tolerance-and-freedom\">Religious Tolerance and Freedom<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-popcorn-font-b-font-size\">Common grace plays a pivotal role in fostering a society marked by&nbsp;<strong>religious tolerance and freedom<\/strong>. This manifestation of God\u2019s grace allows individuals from various religious backgrounds to coexist peacefully, respecting one another\u2019s beliefs and practices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-popcorn-font-b-font-size\">Through common grace, there is a universal understanding and acknowledgment of certain moral and ethical standards that promote harmony, respect, and dignity among diverse groups of people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"talents-and-abilities-bestowed-to-all\">Talents and Abilities Bestowed to All<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-popcorn-font-b-font-size\">One of the remarkable aspects of&nbsp;<strong>common grace<\/strong>&nbsp;is the distribution of talents and abilities to all individuals, irrespective of their religious affiliations or moral standings. Everyone possesses unique skills, talents, and intellectual capacities, which are gifts bestowed generously by God.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-popcorn-font-b-font-size\">These talents are not restricted to the faithful but are spread widely, allowing for the flourishing of art, science, literature, and various other fields that enrich human existence and culture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"provision-of-basic-needs-for-all\">Provision of Basic Needs for All<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-popcorn-font-b-font-size\">Common grace is also evident in the provision of basic needs for all. God, in His mercy, ensures that all individuals have access to the resources necessary for survival and sustenance. The sun shines, the rain falls, and the earth produces its bounty for all to enjoy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-popcorn-font-b-font-size\">Through this universal provision, God demonstrates His care and concern for all of creation, underscoring the inclusive and generous nature of common grace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-popcorn-font-b-font-size\">This aspect of grace serves as a reminder of God\u2019s continuous presence and activity in the world, sustaining and providing for all living beings in various ways.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>By Dr. John Jackson Key Takeaways As we explore these&nbsp;common grace vs special grace, consider these foundational insights: The Meaning of Common Grace Definition of Common Grace Understanding the&nbsp;types of grace&nbsp;is fundamental in recognizing the multifaceted goodness of God.&nbsp;Common grace&nbsp;is a theological concept referring to the grace of God that is common to all humankind. 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