The apostle Paul often began his New Testament letters with the words grace and peace. For example, notice Romans 1:7, "Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ." Knowing God as Father through our Lord Jesus Christ is by grace alone. Grace for you is peace from God.
God's grace for you is never earned. Grace comes as unmerited favor received through faith (Ephesians 2:8-9). It comes to you as the gift of God, through faith in our Lord Jesus Christ. Grace comes as God's unmerited favor in your heart and life.
God's grace for you is confirmed with the fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23). That includes peace. "And the peace of God that passes all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus" (Philippians 4:7). You experience peace through grace. It defies explanation to those who have never experienced it. Only the Holy Spirit can make God's peace real to you. It's a fruit of God's Spirit working grace in your heart and mind (Galatians 5:22).
God's grace for you changes your heart. It happens within you. That's in your mind, will, and emotions. Peace confirms it. God's presence in your life brings love, joy, and peace, through the Holy Spirit. That's grace for you.
