
17/07/2025
12 Signs that you are walking in true Grace!
Not Just Religious, But Really Free
The true grace of God does not lead you into lawlessness—it leads you into liberty with responsibility. It doesn’t empower sin—it empowers the new man. When you truly understand grace, you don’t relax into sin—you rise into sonship.
Grace is not a license to live anyhow—it is the divine enablement to live as Christ lived. Here are 12 unmistakable signs you are truly walking in that grace:
1. You Rest in Christ, Not Strive to Impress God
You’re not trying to earn God’s approval—you’re responding to the fact that you already have it in Christ.
You’re not jumping through religious hoops; you’ve found rest in the finished work.
“Come unto Me... and I will give you rest.” — Matthew 11:28
“It is finished.” — John 19:30
2. You Have Joy That Doesn’t Depend on Circumstances
Grace people don’t wait for external deliverance before dancing—they know Christ is their victory.
Joy becomes a lifestyle, not just a reaction. Grace teaches you to rejoice before the answer shows up.
“Rejoice in the Lord always...” — Philippians 4:4
“The joy of the Lord is your strength.” — Nehemiah 8:10
3. You’re Quick to Forgive Because You Know You’re Forgiven
Grace makes you tender, not transactional.
You no longer hold people hostage emotionally—because you understand the weight of what Christ forgave you.
“Forgive as Christ forgave you.” — Colossians 3:13
4. You’re Bold Before God, Not Always Apologising to Approach
Grace people walk into God's presence, not crawl into it.
You don’t beg like a slave—you stand as a son. You don’t tremble in rejection—you come boldly.
“Let us come boldly to the throne of grace…” — Hebrews 4:16
5. You See Holiness as Identity, Not Just a Struggle
Holiness is not a burden under grace—it’s a new nature.
You don’t spend your life trying not to sin—you walk in the Spirit, and sin loses its grip.
“Put on the new man… created in righteousness and true holiness.” — Ephesians 4:24
“Sin shall not have dominion over you...” — Romans 6:14
6. You are always conscious of the Holy Spirit
Grace teaches you the Spirit didn’t come to visit, but to abide.
You don’t treat Him like a fragile guest—you walk with Him as a sealed son.
“He will be with you forever.” — John 14:16
“Sealed with the Holy Spirit of promise.” — Ephesians 1:13
7. You’re More Christ-Conscious Than Sin-Conscious
You’re not scanning your soul daily for faults—you’re beholding Christ and being transformed.
Your focus is no longer sin-management—it’s glory-beholding.
“Beholding… the glory of the Lord, we are transformed…” — 2 Corinthians 3:18
8. You Serve Out of Love, Not Guilt
You’re not driven by religious obligation—you’re moved by divine affection.
You give, lead, teach, sing, and serve not to be accepted—but because you already are.
“The love of Christ constrains us…” — 2 Corinthians 5:14
9. You’re Not Jealous of Others—You Know You’re Blessed
When others rise, you don’t compete—you celebrate.
Grace people know they are seated with Christ too. Favour on others is not a threat to your destiny.
“He has blessed us with all spiritual blessings…” — Ephesians 1:3
10. You’re No Longer Afraid of Judgment—You Rest in Justification
You’re not trying to prove yourself—you’ve received the divine verdict: righteous.
You live from a courtroom that’s already ruled in your favour.
> “There is therefore now no condemnation…” — Romans 8:1
“Being justified freely by His grace…” — Romans 3:24
11. You Live an Exemplary Holy Life Because Grace Teaches You To
Grace doesn’t leave you in sin—it trains you out of it.
You’re not holy to earn God’s love—you’re holy because you’ve been loved into transformation.
“The grace of God… teaches us to deny ungodliness and worldly lusts...” — Titus 2:11–12
12. You Walk in Truth Because Grace and Truth Came by Jesus
Your walk is not based on mystical experiences, emotional highs, or religious trends—you walk in truth.
Grace doesn’t float without foundation—it is anchored in the truth of the Word.
“Grace and truth came by Jesus Christ.” — John 1:17
“I have no greater joy than to hear that my children walk in truth.” — 3 John 1:4
Real grace doesn’t leave you the same.
It teaches you. Transforms you. Anchors you. And raises you.
If your understanding of grace hasn’t led you into holiness, boldness, peace, and Christlikeness—it may not be the grace of God, but the compromise of men.
“By the grace of God, I am what I am.” — 1 Corinthians 15:10
Written by
Dr. Dele Osunmakinde.