We all love fairy tales. There is something about princesses, princes, queens, and kings which draws us in.
We want to be thought of as beautiful, loved, pursued, wanted, and brave. We long to be loved.
God has surely sought after us and chosen each of us.
“You did not choose Me but I chose you, and appointed you that you would go and bear fruit, and that your fruit would remain, so that whatever you ask of the Father in My name He may give to you.”
(John 15:16, NASB)
In seeking after us, in Christ, we become heirs. But it isn’t about just obtaining an inheritance. We are to continue the legacy which has begun in Jesus – the legacy of salvation and faithfulness and His truth.
Jesus was sent on a mission – He is the superhero, and His mission is to bring salvation to all ends of the earth, to all peoples.
We all want to have value. We forget that the society we live in gauges value a little differently from the Word of God. Being human, we sometimes chase after what the world values instead of what God values.
Only as I have gotten older, like midlife and beyond, have I truly recognized that my value solely comes from Christ. Position and anything I have gained in life have come to mean nothing to me apart from Him.
May we realign our vision, seeing ourselves as God sees us. He has chosen us, pursued us, and delights in us.
“For the Lord your God is living among you.He is a mighty savior. He will take delight in you with gladness. With his love, he will calm all your fears. He will rejoice over you with joyful songs.”
(Zephaniah 3:17, NLT)
We are chosen,
we are valued,
and because of Jesus, God rejoices over us.
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‘Only as I have gotten older, like midlife and beyond, have I truly recognized that my value solely comes from Christ.’
Amen, Joanne. And all our ridiculous strivings cease …
Seriously, if only I had realized – there would have been less striving. So grateful for His patience to teach me even when it takes ne time to learn.
Oh, the many years I sought to validate myself against whom my biological family said I was. It when I finally let go of my past and let God have my present that I became who He created me to be. Wonderful post Ms. Joanne.
Oh J.D., those years had to be so painful. I am so very grateful for the way God pursued you and affirmed who you are in Him. You are such a blessing, J.D., and I am so glad our paths crossed!