This passage teaches us that God gives the gift of grace which is seen in our salvation and sanctification.

Outline

I.     God’s Gift Has Arrived

II.    God’s Gift Teaches

        A.     Teaches Us to Resist the World

        B.     Teaches Us to Pursue Godliness

        C.     Teaches Us to Look to Jesus the Sacrifice

                1.     A Sacrifice of Redemption

                2.     A Sacrifice of Purification