Five Myths About Grace – Kendrick Diaz lifehopeandtruth.com

A lot of churches get some things right about grace—but they also get a lot wrong. The result? A confusing mix of truth and error that distorts what grace really means.

Since grace is central to salvation, clearing up these misunderstandings is crucial.

Myth #1: “Grace is only a New Testament concept”
Grace isn’t new. Noah “found grace” (Genesis 6:8) long before Christ’s sacrifice. God’s kindness, mercy, and forgiveness are part of who He has always been.

Myth #2: “Grace replaces law”
Many believe grace frees us from obeying God’s law. But Scripture shows the opposite: grace and law work together. The law reveals what sin is (Romans 7:7), and grace offers forgiveness when we fall short. One doesn’t cancel the other—they’re both essential.

Myth #3: “Grace is earned”
You can’t earn grace. It’s not a reward for good behavior. Paul made it clear: we’re saved by grace through faith, “not of works” (Ephesians 2:8–9). Obedience matters, but it can’t erase sin—only God’s grace can do that.

Myth #4: “Once grace is yours, you can’t lose it”
Some teach that salvation is guaranteed forever. But Scripture warns against falling away (Hebrews 10:26–27, Romans 11:20–21). God is faithful, but our response matters.

Myth #5: “Grace makes sin harmless”
Grace doesn’t make us immune to sin’s effects. Sin still separates us from God if we refuse to repent (Isaiah 59:2). Grace offers restoration—but only when we turn back.

The Real Picture
True grace is powerful. It forgives, restores, and transforms. But to live in it fully, we have to recognize the myths that distort it—and let Scripture shape what we believe.

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