January 22

Three Thoughts

There is no condemnation for those in Christ Jesus. There isn't "less" condemnation" or "mostly forgiven." None. Zero. When God looks at you, He now sees Jesus. The case is closed, the guilt is gone, and you're free.

ROMANS 8:1

God didn't just forgive you and move on. He adopted you. He gave you the right be called His child. You're now a son or daughter that He chose. That's true love.

JOHN 1:12

Before the world was created, God chose you. Not because of anything you were going to do or because you're "good enough." He chose you because He wanted to. That's your foundation. That's where your confidence should come from.

EPHESIANS 1:5

Two Quotes

Evangelist Leighton Ford on being changed by God:

"God loves us the way we are, but too much to leave us that way."

Theologian and author C.S. Lewis on God’s work in the world:

"There is no neutral ground in the universe. Every square inch, every split second is claimed by God, and counterclaimed by Satan."

Prayer

God, I need to keep reminding myself that there is no condemnation in You. No guilt or shame or record of wrongs. When the enemy whispers that I'm not enough, remind me that Jesus is. When I fall, help me get back up. Teach me to walk in the freedom You died to give me. Amen.

Question

What guilt are you still carrying that Jesus already took to the cross?

See you next Thursday,
Zach

P.S. I begin writing my next book on Monday! Please be praying for me as I spend the next 21 weeks diving into it!