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Why Grace Changes Everything
With remarkable insight gleaned from his own life, Pastor Chuck Smith unfolds the mystery of grace and reveals the surprising We can never gain grace by our efforts. True grace flows from the heart of the Father through the love of Christ.
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First published January 1, 1994
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December 23, 2022
There was nothing wrong with this book or its teachings, it said a lot of good and true and helpful things, but I'm rating it based on my personal enjoyment of it. I'm simply not a non-fiction person, no matter how much I wish to be. But everyone I know has loved this book, so if you like non-fiction, I would recommend it! Don't let my lower rating scare you away.
September 12, 2020
This was my first book by Chuck Smith, and I look forward to reading more. He does a great job of explaining what grace is, and how everything changes because of it. If you are a new believer, a seasoned believer, or a non believer this book simply, but beautifully explains grace. Grace, one of God’s gifts to us.
August 15, 2021
Always worth the read
April 20, 2018
This is a great primer on the subject and a good read for either Christians who don't hear much about grace, or anyone who wants to understand the Biblical perspective on grace. The author backs up what he says with bible references and keeps the message simple throughout.
November 17, 2019
Great read
This is a wonderful book that new Christians should pick up and read and Christians who have been around for many years should read for a refresher course. It's straightforward and honest. Loved it
This is a wonderful book that new Christians should pick up and read and Christians who have been around for many years should read for a refresher course. It's straightforward and honest. Loved it
April 29, 2023
The Actual Gospel...very rare
I used to get so confused on Salvation and Service. A lot of the confusion comes from mixing Scriptures together that only bring confusion.
An example would be, For the wages of sin is death, but it's the Gift of God, NOT OF WORKS, lest any man should boast. This is Romans 6:23 which is speaking of Salvation, but the you read in James that Faith without works is dead. This is speaking of Service because of what Jesus stated in Matthew 5 Let your Light shine before men that they may see your good works and glorify your Father which is in Heaven. This is also Service.
The Gospel is simple: If something glorifies me in any way shape or form it's no longer Grace but self righteousness. If it glorifies the Lord through Jesus Christ and His Work then it's the true Gospel. Faith in Grace alone. No additions or subtractions.
Highly recommend this book!!
I used to get so confused on Salvation and Service. A lot of the confusion comes from mixing Scriptures together that only bring confusion.
An example would be, For the wages of sin is death, but it's the Gift of God, NOT OF WORKS, lest any man should boast. This is Romans 6:23 which is speaking of Salvation, but the you read in James that Faith without works is dead. This is speaking of Service because of what Jesus stated in Matthew 5 Let your Light shine before men that they may see your good works and glorify your Father which is in Heaven. This is also Service.
The Gospel is simple: If something glorifies me in any way shape or form it's no longer Grace but self righteousness. If it glorifies the Lord through Jesus Christ and His Work then it's the true Gospel. Faith in Grace alone. No additions or subtractions.
Highly recommend this book!!
January 23, 2020
This is a book for both new Christians who want to learn about grace, as well as for any believer who wants an encouraging read. I was especially interested because Chuck Smith was the pastor of Calvary Chapel in Costa Mesa, the first church I attended as a new Christian back when the church didn't have a building, but met in a circus tent in southern California. My only complaint is the scripture verses quote the King James version, which is difficult to understand and off-putting for many. This book was originally published in 1994, and most likely the material was from Chuck's earlier sermons of the 1970's because there are several examples and phrases from that time period. I liked that his personality shines through in his stories, and the book is as timeless as the bible.
March 11, 2022
Great book
It is a great book. I would recommend this to everyone who has a hard time understanding grace. There are people out there who struggle to understand the character of God. In fact, a lot of people have this misconception of God being angry and distant. If people knew the grace and love that God has for us, his people, then they would stop overworking themselves and stop trying soo hard to work for their “salvation”. If you want to understand God then you need to meditate on his Word and talk to Him.
It is a great book. I would recommend this to everyone who has a hard time understanding grace. There are people out there who struggle to understand the character of God. In fact, a lot of people have this misconception of God being angry and distant. If people knew the grace and love that God has for us, his people, then they would stop overworking themselves and stop trying soo hard to work for their “salvation”. If you want to understand God then you need to meditate on his Word and talk to Him.
November 4, 2023
“The message of the New Testament is simple,
direct, and unmistakable. We are saved by God's grace through faith alone, not on the basis of any good works we have done. The sole responsibility of a Christian is to believe in the love and grace which God freely offers”
Chuck reinforces how deeply blessed we are! A must read to get stoked up for all Christ has done for us, we are so wonderfully and richly loved. GRACE is given to us FREELY but it wasn’t FREE. CHRIST PAID for this gift and knowing this alone should cause you to look at the world differently, wish I read this years ago.
direct, and unmistakable. We are saved by God's grace through faith alone, not on the basis of any good works we have done. The sole responsibility of a Christian is to believe in the love and grace which God freely offers”
Chuck reinforces how deeply blessed we are! A must read to get stoked up for all Christ has done for us, we are so wonderfully and richly loved. GRACE is given to us FREELY but it wasn’t FREE. CHRIST PAID for this gift and knowing this alone should cause you to look at the world differently, wish I read this years ago.
October 2, 2022
Simple.and Straightforward
One can hear Pastor Chuck's voice through the pages. The message is simple yet significant. His illustrations are helpful and witty. The progression of the books is logical and coherent. Though the book may not come across as a giant scholarly work, it lays out the foundational truth which believers often forget or miss out: it's all about God's grace, not your works.
One can hear Pastor Chuck's voice through the pages. The message is simple yet significant. His illustrations are helpful and witty. The progression of the books is logical and coherent. Though the book may not come across as a giant scholarly work, it lays out the foundational truth which believers often forget or miss out: it's all about God's grace, not your works.
November 21, 2019
Good Read on God’s Grace
Tozier does a great job of defending God’s grace as the means of our salvation as opposed to our good works. He presents a good defense against the dangers of legalism as well.
Tozier does a great job of defending God’s grace as the means of our salvation as opposed to our good works. He presents a good defense against the dangers of legalism as well.
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September 8, 2020Originally I gave this title 4 stars. I am revising my stars to zero.
The reason I am doing so is that since reading this title, several things about my faith journey and expression have changed and I no longer subscribe to evangelical ideologies.
The reason I am doing so is that since reading this title, several things about my faith journey and expression have changed and I no longer subscribe to evangelical ideologies.
March 2, 2022
Grace, not works
God's Grace is sufficient to save me! This book is right on in sharing the Truth of God's Word! Highly recommend this book for Christians and non-Christians, alike, to read.
God's Grace is sufficient to save me! This book is right on in sharing the Truth of God's Word! Highly recommend this book for Christians and non-Christians, alike, to read.
April 12, 2023
Grace So Amazing
This book is well-written and simple to understand. It gives the believer encouragement for their walk with God and explains the difference between a works based and faith based salvation. I look forward to reading more by this author.
This book is well-written and simple to understand. It gives the believer encouragement for their walk with God and explains the difference between a works based and faith based salvation. I look forward to reading more by this author.
May 19, 2023
Thank God for grace.
We cannot earn grace. It is the gift of God that is freely given. The only thing we must do is by faith trust the finished work of Christ who paid the price for our sin. Amazing grace how sweet the sound.
We cannot earn grace. It is the gift of God that is freely given. The only thing we must do is by faith trust the finished work of Christ who paid the price for our sin. Amazing grace how sweet the sound.
December 21, 2023
Changed my life.
It showed me that I should rest in God's grace and His love for me. Now I read God's word differently now.I see more of His love in His word. God is not my problem, He is for me.
It showed me that I should rest in God's grace and His love for me. Now I read God's word differently now.I see more of His love in His word. God is not my problem, He is for me.
June 21, 2018
Life Changing
This book literally changed my life and way of thinking. Great great book, I believe every Believer should read. excellent!
This book literally changed my life and way of thinking. Great great book, I believe every Believer should read. excellent!
December 27, 2018
Grace does change everything
The book is a reminder that God's grace to us, our salvation, is about what He did for us and not about what we've done for Him.
The book is a reminder that God's grace to us, our salvation, is about what He did for us and not about what we've done for Him.
January 30, 2019
Grace explained!
A very good book explains grace and how it applies to you. Explaining how grace works versus works. What Jesus Christ has done for you.
A very good book explains grace and how it applies to you. Explaining how grace works versus works. What Jesus Christ has done for you.
November 1, 2020
I've really been enjoying Chuck Smith's books. More to come
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May 21, 2021Awesome
May 5, 2022
Truly perspective
I love the simplicity of Chuck smith, truly realtable and relevant for application for every point we need grace for this life
I love the simplicity of Chuck smith, truly realtable and relevant for application for every point we need grace for this life
July 11, 2022
beautiful
I’ve studied the Bible 26 years but still need to be reminded to rest in the grace of God. Glad to be set free.
I’ve studied the Bible 26 years but still need to be reminded to rest in the grace of God. Glad to be set free.
August 19, 2023
Awesome and Very helpful with my walk with Christ
Awesome book! Very insightful on my walk with God (Abba)! I highly recommended making the time to read this book!
Awesome book! Very insightful on my walk with God (Abba)! I highly recommended making the time to read this book!
January 27, 2024
I give it 3.5 stars but rounding up to 4. The first half of the book was really hard to get through. Very repetitive. The last half was much better.
August 21, 2024
Pastor Chuck was the best! This book is an easy read and very inspirational and encouraging!
December 27, 2024
Love the simplicity of the Gospel
April 27, 2025
in Bible college we had to read this. I only recently re read the book; and have fallen in love with the way God loves us all over again.
December 20, 2024
Amazing read!
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August 3, 2016Simple and profound truth!
As Pastor Chuck points out when you fully understand the Grace of God and what it means to you, it will indeed change everything in the way we know and feel about our walk with God. Grace, God's unmediated favor, in our everyday life WILL change your life here into eternity! Thank you, Pastor Chuck for your insightful, truthful, knowledge and understanding of God's Word and sharing it with us! A must read for every Christian!
As Pastor Chuck points out when you fully understand the Grace of God and what it means to you, it will indeed change everything in the way we know and feel about our walk with God. Grace, God's unmediated favor, in our everyday life WILL change your life here into eternity! Thank you, Pastor Chuck for your insightful, truthful, knowledge and understanding of God's Word and sharing it with us! A must read for every Christian!
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