Before Jesus performed the first miracle, preached the first sermon, or called the first disciple, God made sure that his identity was clear. He was accepted, approved, and completely loved. Many Christians are trying to earn an acceptance and approval that Jesus already earned for them. God's acceptance of you is not based on your performance. That doesn't mean that you stop trying to do your best to live a God-honoring life. But it does mean that you stop trying out for a position or role God's already given you. The audition has been canceled. You've already got the part. You have nothing to prove because you have already been pre-approved. Not only does God accept you just as you are; not only does He love you just as you are; but He also likes the person that you are. God's love and acceptance of you is based solely on the finished work of Jesus Christ for you and His presence in you. It is based on your true born-again identity as His child.

(Jeremiah 1:5) #LightTheTriad (Psalm 139:16)