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    Grace

    GRAYS

    Latin
    Girl
    In the King James Bible
    Meaning
    God's unmerited favor
    Origin
    Latin
    Is it in the Bible?
    Yes — Grace appears in the King James Bible, including Ephesians 2:8-9.
    First appears in
    Romans — Acts and the early church
    Peak US usage
    1880s (1.09% of births), currently rising
    Spiritual meaning
    Grace is the cornerstone of the Gospel — the undeserved gift that saves, sustains, and transforms every believer.
    King James verses
    • Ephesians 2:8-9

      "For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: Not of works, lest any man should boast."

    • 2 Corinthians 12:9

      "My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness."

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