1.1 Defining Favor: A divine kindness, or an act of true compassion and visual approval from God. Psalm 84:11
1.2 Favor is not Luck: Favor isn't about luck or coincidence, it's about God's goodness and faithfulness. Psalm 5:12
1.3 Favor is not Fair: God's favor isn't always fair in our human understanding, but it is just in His divine plan. Romans 9:14-15
2.1 Gaining Favor with God: We gain favor with God not by our works, but by faith in Jesus Christ. Ephesians 2:8-9
2.2 Living in Favor: Living in God's favor means living in alignment with His word and His ways. Psalm 119:1-2
2.3 Favor as Protection: God's favor surrounds us as a shield, protecting us from harm and leading us to good. Psalm 5:12
3.1 Favor in Relationships: God's favor can bring peace and reconciliation in our relationships with others. Proverbs 16:7
3.2 Favor in Work: God's favor can open doors of opportunity and bring success in our work. Proverbs 22:29
3.3 Favor as Influence: God's favor can give us influence and respect among others. Proverbs 3:3-4
4.1 Favor with God and Man: Jesus grew in favor with both God and man, showing us the balance we should strive for. Luke 2:52
4.2 The Danger of Favoritism: While God shows favor, He does not show favoritism. We should do the same. Romans 2:11
4.3 The Test of Favor: Favor can be a test of our character, leading us to humility or pride. Proverbs 18:12
5.1 Favor Produces Gratitude: Recognizing God's favor in our lives should lead us to gratitude. 1 Thessalonians 5:18
5.2 Favor Produces Generosity: Experiencing God's favor should make us more generous to others. 2 Corinthians 9:11
5.3 Favor Produces Growth: God's favor is meant to help us grow in faith, character, and in our relationship with Him. 2 Peter 3:18