If you are a believer in Jesus Christ, you belong to Him. You belong to the body of Christ at large - you have a caring and loving family. God has given us a place at His table to be fed, nourished and provided for in every way.
The Scriptures say, "To the praise of the glory of his grace, wherein he hath made us accepted in the beloved." (Ephesians 1:6 KJV).
Then why is it so challenging to believe we are accepted in the Beloved?
Could it be that sitting around a kitchen table fills you with dread? You remember the arguing and fighting or the cold, angry stares of family members across the table. You tried to speak, change the subject or do anything to make peace but you were ignored or told to be quiet. So you slipped out of the room unnoticed.
Or did you ever walk into church, sit in the back and prayed no one would see you because the mess you made with your life? You felt you were wearing your sin for all to see and would never fit in with these nicely dressed folks with polite smiles.
Just remember the prodigal son. The father order the best cow to be killed and prepared for a feast. The son who was lost was found and returned home! There is something celebratory about God who receives us openly and warmly. God makes us feel right at home. More importantly, He draws us to His heart with full acceptance.
You don't bring cups and silverware to a home you'd been invited, do you? You are not even required to cook the meal or serve the refreshments. You are to simply show up! Acceptance with God is as simple as showing up. "Here I am, Lord!"
Beloved, the worse thing to do is believe the lie of the devil when Jesus knocks at door, and we refuse to open it. His acceptance is sure, His love unchanging and all we need to do is embrace Him.
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