Sermon Title: “God's Amazing Grace”

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Text: Titus 2:11–15 and Titus 3:1–7

Delivered at Forward for Christ Baptist Church in Luray, VA 22835 (September 7, 2025)

Local Message Highlight
If you are searching for a Bible-preaching church near Luray, VA, this message from Titus 2 and 3 lifts up one of the strongest truths in the New Testament: the grace of God that bringeth salvation “hath appeared to all men.” Salvation is not earned, and it is not achieved by cleaning yourself up first. It is a free, unmerited gift purchased by Christ, offered to all, and received by faith.

What This Sermon Covers
From Titus 2:11–15 and Titus 3:1–7, the message walks through grace in the past, present, and future. First, grace redeems us: Christ has already come, and the gift of salvation is available to all men. Second, grace reforms us: grace teaches believers to deny ungodliness and worldly lust and to live soberly, righteously, and godly in this present world, with a clear mind and a changed life. Third, grace rewards us: believers live “looking for that blessed hope,” expecting the Lord’s return and rejoicing that the same grace that saves is the grace that keeps, teaches, and ultimately justifies. The message closes with an invitation for the lost to come to Christ and for believers to thank God for His amazing grace.

Why Visit Forward for Christ Baptist Church in Luray, VA?
Forward for Christ Baptist Church is a King James Bible-believing church serving Page County and the Shenandoah Valley with clear preaching, traditional worship, and a desire to see souls saved and believers strengthened. If you want a church family that exalts Christ, preaches the Word plainly, and helps people grow in grace, you are welcome here.

Questions and Answers

Quick sermon takeaways from Titus 2:11–15 and Titus 3:1–7, focused on God’s amazing grace.

What is the main point of the 9/07 sermon?

The message magnifies God’s amazing grace: grace that saves, grace that changes, and grace that prepares God’s people for the blessed hope. It explains grace in the past, present, and future: grace redeems us, reforms us, and rewards us.

What does Titus 2:11 mean by “the grace of God… hath appeared”?

The sermon teaches this is past tense grace: salvation has already been made available through Christ’s coming. Nothing else has to be done to “make” grace show up. The gift is offered, and sinners are called to receive it.

Is salvation something we earn by works, law-keeping, or baptism?

No. The message warns against legalism and “work salvation.” Grace is free and unmerited. It cost us nothing, but it cost God everything. Baptism is presented as a result of salvation, not the requirement for salvation.

Who is the grace of God offered to in Titus 2:11?

“All men.” The sermon emphasizes that grace is not reserved for one group, label, or background. Salvation is offered to men, women, boys, and girls, and the invitation is open to anyone who will come to Christ.

What does the sermon mean by “grace reforms us”?

Titus 2:12 calls grace “teaching us.” The message explains that grace does not only forgive, it trains believers to deny ungodliness and worldly lust, and to live soberly, righteously, and godly in this present world.

What does “live soberly” mean in the sermon’s context?

The message explains “soberly” as living with a clear mind, spiritual seriousness, and self-control. It connects that clarity to a life that can focus on Christ and resist the pull of the world.

Why does Titus 3:3 matter in this message?

Titus 3:3 is used as a reminder of what we used to be: foolish, disobedient, deceived, and controlled by lusts and pleasures. The sermon’s point is simple: don’t get proud. Any change in us is because grace stepped into our story.

What does Titus 3:5 teach about how God saves?

“Not by works of righteousness which we have done.” The sermon highlights that salvation is according to God’s mercy, pictured as the washing of regeneration and renewing of the Holy Ghost.

What is the “blessed hope” believers are to be looking for?

Titus 2:13 points to the return of Christ. The sermon frames this as future grace: believers live with expectancy, looking for the glorious appearing of our great God and Saviour, Jesus Christ.

What did the “Reserved” illustration mean near the close?

The sermon used a “Reserved” sign as a picture of God’s grace securing our standing. The emphasis was that our place with the Lord is not earned by personal goodness, but made possible because we are covered by Christ and justified by grace.

What is the invitation at the end of the sermon?

The message invites the lost to come to Christ and receive the free gift of salvation by grace. It also calls believers to respond with gratitude, repentance where needed, and renewed expectation for the Lord’s return.

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