Seeing Grace

This sermon examines the early church in Antioch to demonstrate how the sovereign hand of God makes His invisible grace visible through the lives of believers. The exposition highlights four key aspects of this visible grace: the expansion of the gospel despite persecution, the encouragement provided by Barnabas, the edification of the church through Christ-centered teaching, and the equipping of the body through generous relief for those in need. Drawing on Old Testament parallels such as the Exodus, the message emphasizes that while God performs the heavy lifting of salvation, believers are called to actively participate in making this grace apparent through their conduct, worship, and community life. The tone is pastoral and exhortative, urging the congregation to examine whether their lives and corporate worship reflect the love and goodness of God, ultimately calling them to be a people who radiate the visible evidence of divine favor.