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Grace Happens Here: You Are Standing Where Grace is Happening
What does it mean to accept God’s grace? New York Times bestselling author Max Lucado believes, “When grace happens, generosity happens.” God’s grace is always there, ready to do wonders in your life. In Grace Happens Here, you’ll learn how to accept His grace and forgiveness and how to extend the same blessing toward others. Inside Grace Happens Here , you’ll find: Grace Happens Here provides a wonderful message about God’s grace and how to apply it to every aspect of your life. Max Lucado looks at grace from all directions and reveals that no matter which way you look at it, God’s grace is always there, ready to do wonders in your life.
224 pages, Hardcover
First published September 11, 2012
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1,202 books5,468 followersWith more than 150 million products in print and several NYT bestsellers, Max Lucado is America's bestselling inspirational author. He serves the Oak Hills Church in San Antonio, Texas, where he lives with his wife, Denalyn, and their mischievous mutt, Andy. His most recent book published in August 2024 and is titled What Happens Next.
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July 8, 2018
Grace Happens Here was a nice devotional. I loved the quotes and pictures throughout the devotional. There were some really good points and I loved the way it was all about grace. It wasn't a deep read, but I liked it. I definitely recommend the print version, as that makes the format easy to read and pretty.
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September 11, 2012
Max Lucado is my favorite author of Christian books. I love his simple, down-to-earth writing. There's no complex theology, just a straightforward, inspirational message told through a bit of scripture and some illustrative anecdotes.
In "Grace Happens Here," the message is that salvation is the result of grace and grace alone - it can't be earned. Lucado compared grace to a spiritual heart transplant, giving life to a dying person. One of the most poignant stories in the book involved a heart transplant patient who had received the heart of a young lady killed in an accident. The young lady's mother later met the patient and was able to hear her daughter's heart beating in another body. Lucado wrote, "And when God hears your heart, does he not hear the still-beating heart of his Son?"
Throughout the six chapters, the message was consistent: God's grace is undeserved and cannot be earned. It's God's unconditional, freely given gift to us all. Lucado's storytelling style was ideal for the book. A story about a BB gun was used to show how Christ paid for our sin. Another story that came from the classic novel Les Misérables demonstrated how grace can change people for the better. One of the most fascinating anecdotes was how an artist turned junk from the largest garbage dump in Brazil into art treasures. And the familiar story of the prodigal son was used to express the meaning of forgiveness and grace. The son had not earned forgiveness, but his father gave it unconditionally because of his love for his son.
Lucado wrote, "Because God has forgiven us, we can forgive others." The stories used to illustrate forgiveness were remarkable for how deeply someone could be hurt by others and still find forgiveness in their heart. In the most dramatic story, a woman who was almost killed by a teenager's irresponsible prank forgave the youngster and asked the courts for leniency.
With "Grace Happens Here," Max Lucado has delivered another inspirational message in his own unique style, one that gets the message across simply and unequivocally without being preachy or heavy-handed.
Note: I reviewed an advance reader copy of the book made available by the publisher through NetGalley.
In "Grace Happens Here," the message is that salvation is the result of grace and grace alone - it can't be earned. Lucado compared grace to a spiritual heart transplant, giving life to a dying person. One of the most poignant stories in the book involved a heart transplant patient who had received the heart of a young lady killed in an accident. The young lady's mother later met the patient and was able to hear her daughter's heart beating in another body. Lucado wrote, "And when God hears your heart, does he not hear the still-beating heart of his Son?"
Throughout the six chapters, the message was consistent: God's grace is undeserved and cannot be earned. It's God's unconditional, freely given gift to us all. Lucado's storytelling style was ideal for the book. A story about a BB gun was used to show how Christ paid for our sin. Another story that came from the classic novel Les Misérables demonstrated how grace can change people for the better. One of the most fascinating anecdotes was how an artist turned junk from the largest garbage dump in Brazil into art treasures. And the familiar story of the prodigal son was used to express the meaning of forgiveness and grace. The son had not earned forgiveness, but his father gave it unconditionally because of his love for his son.
Lucado wrote, "Because God has forgiven us, we can forgive others." The stories used to illustrate forgiveness were remarkable for how deeply someone could be hurt by others and still find forgiveness in their heart. In the most dramatic story, a woman who was almost killed by a teenager's irresponsible prank forgave the youngster and asked the courts for leniency.
With "Grace Happens Here," Max Lucado has delivered another inspirational message in his own unique style, one that gets the message across simply and unequivocally without being preachy or heavy-handed.
Note: I reviewed an advance reader copy of the book made available by the publisher through NetGalley.
April 10, 2014
This was a short read which tells how God's grace changes us, shapes us, and leads us to a life that is no longer the same. A major theme presented was that the "grace given" are themselves "grace givers". Lots of Bible passage references and reminders of things that you already know but might need to be reminded about.
October 31, 2012
This is a lovely little devotional book. In his inimitable style, Lucado tells little stories of grace to inspire, comfort, and encourage. God's love shines through.
December 27, 2012
Max Lucado knows grace in a staggeringly real way. I hope to learn from his faith and knowledge.
January 19, 2020
A small coffee table book filled with quotes and short stories that illustrate the different effects grace can have on our lives and on the lives of others. My Sunday School class paired the book with the six week video series, also titled Grace Happens, that Lucado delivered at Oak Hill Church. It's available for free online from the church and also on YouTube. Week six is only available through the church website, but we were able to find it. The book is a good reminder of how grace and mercy precedes sin, comes in abundance, and should be shared with others in the same way.
June 7, 2022
This is a coffee table-type book. There's a bunch of large text, photos/images, Bible verses, quotes, and short stories (including some dramaticizations of Biblical events). Stories were comforting and encouraging. However, there wasn't much depth to this book and that's probably not what it's really for. I borrowed this as an e-book, so I didn't know this would be what the book was.
Good for quick encouragements and pick-me-ups.
Good for quick encouragements and pick-me-ups.
February 1, 2022
Very Good
A great short book that reminds us about giving grace because of the grace we have so lavishly received from God. I must say I was convicted at times because of the lack of grace I have displayed at times towards others. I will do better. This book also has beautiful pictures and fonts that are very relaxing.
A great short book that reminds us about giving grace because of the grace we have so lavishly received from God. I must say I was convicted at times because of the lack of grace I have displayed at times towards others. I will do better. This book also has beautiful pictures and fonts that are very relaxing.
February 28, 2022
This book was a gift given to me by a friend of my mother’s. At the time I realized I couldn’t really put into words what grace is, so I committed to read the book (even though it is very much not my genre). I did enjoy the anecdotes that were featured and the ways the book prompted me to think how humans can offer grace to each other as we live this life together.
February 24, 2018
A good reminder that Grace surrounds the believer.
This is a great short reminder that Grace abounds for the believer. Easy to read, good references for scriptures on Grace. Highly recommend.
This is a great short reminder that Grace abounds for the believer. Easy to read, good references for scriptures on Grace. Highly recommend.
May 18, 2017
A collection of quotes and stories about God's grace. I enjoyed the stories most of all the things in this book.
January 6, 2018
Very inspiring
Very inspiring. Excellent source for meditation. Can be read again and again and something new will be gained each time. This book and grace are wonderful gifts.
Very inspiring. Excellent source for meditation. Can be read again and again and something new will be gained each time. This book and grace are wonderful gifts.
May 9, 2018
Grace
This is a collection of several good writings from Max Lucado. Reminders to give grace like we've received it are always welcome in my world.
This is a collection of several good writings from Max Lucado. Reminders to give grace like we've received it are always welcome in my world.
May 18, 2018
Inspiring and thought provoking. A must read
December 30, 2018
A good book if you need comfort. I love books from Max Lucado.
January 19, 2020
This was a very encouraging book.
December 7, 2021
It’s an easy read. Some stories to remember.
October 21, 2024
I loved this book. It was such a great book on grace.
November 12, 2024
“Somos un vaso de cartón en medio del mar de la gracia”
May 24, 2023
Max Lucado books are gifts for the heart
I have enjoyed reading Max Lucado’s books for many years. I love reading them right before I say my prayers and go to sleep at night. Beautifully written words that bring comfort and peace after a long day.
I have enjoyed reading Max Lucado’s books for many years. I love reading them right before I say my prayers and go to sleep at night. Beautifully written words that bring comfort and peace after a long day.
September 1, 2019
One of my favorite spiritual writers. The book itself doesn't beat you over the head with religion. It just gives you reminders of the existence of Christ in the world. The picture alone are beautiful. A boost to the spirit.
August 14, 2016
This is really a compilation of other Max Lucado writings on grace, but I enjoyed it. Max isn't theologically super deep or difficult, but while on vacation, a morning reminder that wherever I'm standing I'm standing in the midst of God's enormous grace...well, not a bad way to start my day. This is the Kindle version of the book, and I thought they did a particularly good job of keeping the graphics in sync with the paper copy of the book. Nice little read.
April 15, 2013
Amazing ! Just love it so much! Literally bought the book and it was incredible it helped me see things more clearly and it actually made me a lot closer to my religion. This book relaxed my mind through my rough times. I can't explain in words by how much I appreciate the author of this book.
December 1, 2014
A gem of a book. Beautiful in concept, gorgeous in execution. This is a book that touches the heart, wraps you in the warmth of its wisdom and reminds you that, of all the amazing things in this world, none is as powerful as the gift of grace.
November 11, 2015
This is a beautiful book. Not only is the wonderful message of grace beautiful, but even the pages are as well. Each page is full-colored with script font to eloquently convey the gift of grace available in Christ. Max Lucado is a great author and knows how to package together great books.
February 21, 2016
Good quick read
This book is a good quick read for anyone who needs a pick me up. God showed us the greatest example of grace that could ever be. This book reminds us to show grace to others and gives short examples of others Jesus included showing grace.
This book is a good quick read for anyone who needs a pick me up. God showed us the greatest example of grace that could ever be. This book reminds us to show grace to others and gives short examples of others Jesus included showing grace.
May 20, 2014
Very encouraging anecdotes on grace. It was an easy read that I finished quickly. This is a great gift book to give to someone else.
February 6, 2013
Stories with a lesson..,almost like sound bytes, one liners, bumper stickers.
April 21, 2013
Another great book by Max Lucado that paints a beautiful picture of God's marvelous, infinite and matchless grace.
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June 22, 2015This was a great little book to read from every few days to remind me of God's grace
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