Noun
state of grace (uncountable)
(Christianity, Roman Catholicism) A condition free from mortal sin, in which one has the favor of God and enjoys unmerited divine assistance.
Again, they should learn that if they lack the grace of compunction or devotion they should not think they are not in the state of grace as long as they have good will, which is all that God regards". Source: Internet
However, his subsequent injuries in the Battle of Floor 0507 forced him into the "state of grace" where he had to decide whether he would regenerate or die. Source: Internet
We say also that wicked men are still in the state of nature, but the regenerate in a state of grace ; that cures wrought by medicines are natural operations; but the miraculous ones wrought by Christ and his apostles were supernatural. Source: Internet
Unlike other Christian groups, the Catholic Church teaches that those who die in a state of grace, but still carry venial sin go to a place called Purgatory where they undergo purification to enter Heaven. Source: Internet
I am thankful, thankful, for my son and for everyone else in my life, and this Thanksgiving I will remain in a state of grace. Source: Internet
She attends Mass weekly, but “did not receive communion because she had not been in the state of grace for a long time.” Source: Internet