Qualities of grace

Characteristics of Grace

God changes me by His loving influence, not moral pressure.
He meets me where I am and connects with me in my world.
He accepts me as I am, forgives my failings, and loves me no matter what I do, while inspiring me to be all I can be.
He is understanding and compassionate toward my weaknesses.
He gives me the freedom, opportunity, and room I need to grow.
He doesn’t badger, guilt, or pressure. Instead, He gives me encouragement, security, understanding, love, and support, even when I fail miserably.
He listens empathically and communicates horizontally.
He has established a value system that simply mirrors reality. That truth works. He leaves it to me to incorporate that into my life because I have faith that it’s the best thing I can do for myself. I seek His guidance for the same reason.
If need be, God uses circumstances and consequences to confront self-destructive behavior.

These principles are experienced in the give and take of a personal relationship. All I need to do is feel my need for a connection with God and be willing to turn around and enter into a relationship with Him. If I keep that connection alive, I will change by the influence and support of that relationship.