Then something happened in the Arabian desert that seemed to rekindle that ferocious zeal that he previously had. While in the Arabian desert he received a revelation of Christ that seemed to bring an even higher degree of zeal. He was probably the most knowledgeable and persistent believer that has ever lived on earth aside from Christ Himself. The law brought a high level of commitment but grace brought a new life. Grace and commitment do not belong together.
Law brings commitment, grace brings life.
When they fail to totally keep their commitment they think they are a failure. Not so with grace. Grace makes the believer acceptable to our Father no matter if they do fail in their commitment. Believers are not acceptable because of their commitment but because grace has put Christ in them. Commitment versus Acceptance Commitment is according to law but acceptance is according to grace.