Ephesians 2:8 English Standard Version (ESV) For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God,

The classic definition of grace is unmerited favor. We did nothing to receive salvation, it was a free will offering by Jesus Christ. If we leave grace defined simply as unmerited favor we might overlook some endearing qualities.

John 1:16 English Standard Version (ESV) For from his fullness we have all received, grace upon grace.

Grace is not a onetime gift but is cumulative by nature.

Romans 5:20 English Standard Version (ESV) Now the law came in to increase the trespass, but where sin increased, grace abounded all the more,

Grace is expansive, to cover future needs.

1 Corinthians 1:3 English Standard Version (ESV) Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.

Grace is a blessing that can be bestowed upon others.

1 Corinthians 3:10 English Standard Version (ESV) According to the grace of God given to me, like a skilledmaster builder I laid a foundation, and someone else is building upon it. Let each one take care how he builds upon it.

Grace is an active element of change.

2 Corinthians 1:15 English Standard Version (ESV) Because I was sure of this, I wanted to come to you first, so that you might have a second experience of grace.

Grace is an experience.

2 Corinthians 8:7 English Standard Version (ESV) But as you excel in everything—in faith, in speech, in knowledge, in all earnestness, and in our love for you—see that you excel in this act of grace also.

Grace is active in all aspects of our lives.

Hebrews 12:15 English Standard Version (ESV) See to it that no one fails to obtain the grace of God; that no “root of bitterness” springs up and causes trouble, and by it many become defiled;

Grace is a healing balm.

Grace is more than just a favor.