Grace is a gift from God.
Grace originates from God the Father, it is dispensed through the Son, Jesus Christ, by the Holy Spirit.
Grace is through Faith in Jesus.
Grace of the Holy Spirit, which justifies and cleanses from sin, is through faith in Jesus Christ.
Christ is the "fountain of grace".
Being in a relationship with Jesus opens the door to grace, it does not mean that one possesses all the grace necessary for the entirety of their spiritual journey.
Faith is essential in the reception of grace. It is not a one-time event but a continuous journey that requires cultivation through various practices. Grace must be actively sought and received through faith.
The grace that constitutes the state of grace is meant to lead one to love God and to act in accordance with His will.
The Means through which individuals can actively seek and receive Grace are sacramental, spiritual, and communal dimensions.
Sacramental Practices
1 Sacrament of Reconciliation
2 Eucharist
Spiritual Practices
1 Prayer
2 Scripture Reading
3 Spiritual Reading
4 Acts of Charity
Communal Practices
1 Participation in the Church Community
2 Retreats and Days of Recollection
3 Spiritual Direction
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