Are you tired of constantly striving to prove your worth and searching for acceptance in all the wrong places? Do you feel inadequate or insecure at times, feeling like you don’t measure up to others’ standards?

If so, then it’s time to embrace the empowering truth of who we are in Christ. As followers of Jesus, we are accepted, secure, and significant beyond our wildest dreams.

Join us as we explore this life-changing reality that can transform how we see ourselves and interact with those around us. Get ready to be inspired and uplifted as we dive into the truth about our identity in Christ.

Introduction

We are all on a journey of discovering who we are. We might ask ourselves, “Who am I?” “What am I here for?” and “What is my purpose in life?”. The good news is that we don’t have to go through this journey alone. In Christ, we are accepted, secure, and significant.

When we receive Christ as our Savior, He accepts us just as we are. We don’t have to clean up our act or try to be perfect before He will accept us. His love for us is not based on our performance but on His character. He loves us unconditionally. Because we are accepted by God, we can also accept ourselves. We are no longer defined by our mistakes or failures but by God’s grace and forgiveness.

God also makes us secure in our relationship with Him. We can trust Him to never leave or forsake us. We can rely on Him to lead and guide us through life’s challenges. When we put our faith in Christ, we can have confidence that He will work everything out for our good (Romans 8:28).

This doesn’t mean that life will always be easy but it does mean that God will give us the strength and wisdom to handle whatever comes our way.

Christ gives us significance. We were created for a purpose- to glorify God and enjoy Him forever (Genesis 1:26-27). When we live out this purpose, we find true meaning and fulfillment. Our lives have true value and worth because of who we are in Christ- loved, accepted, secure, and significant.

What does it Mean to be “Accepted in Christ”?

When we receive Christ as our Savior, we are immediately “accepted in the beloved” (Ephesians 1:6). This means that we are completely forgiven and set free from the penalty of sin. We are also given the gift of eternal life—we are now children of God and heirs to His kingdom (John 1:12-13; Romans 8:17).

Being “accepted in Christ” also means that we are secure in our relationship with God. We no longer have to fear His rejection or condemnation because we are fully loved and accepted by Him (Romans 5:1; 8:1). We can approach Him with confidence, knowing that He hears us and cares for us (Hebrews 4:16).

Being “accepted in Christ” means that we have a new identity and purpose in life. We are no longer defined by our past mistakes or failures—we are now defined by our relationship with Christ. We are His beloved children, created for His good purposes (Ephesians 2:10; Philippians 1:6).

We can live each day knowing that we are significant to God and that our lives matter to Him.

Definition of Acceptance

“Acceptance” is often defined as “the act of receiving or welcoming something new.” However, when it comes to our relationship with God, “acceptance” takes on a much deeper meaning. To be accepted by God means that we are completely forgiven and free from His judgement.

We are also assured of His love and care for us. o matter what we’ve done or where we’ve been, we can always come to Him and find acceptance. This is the empowering truth of who we are in Christ!

Biblical Examples of Acceptance

When we think of the word acceptance, we often think of receiving something that someone else has to offer us. However, the dictionary definition of acceptance is “to take or receive something offered.” In other words, it is an act of willingness on our part.

The Greek word for acceptance is dechomai, which means “to welcome, to receive favorably, to embrace.” This word is used in many verses in the Bible, and each one gives us a deeper understanding of what it means to be accepted by God.

One of the most well-known examples of acceptance in the Bible is when Jesus was born. The angel Gabriel appeared to Mary and told her that she had been chosen to give birth to the Savior (Luke 1:26-38). Mary could have refused this incredible honor, but instead she chose to accept it. Because she was willing to say “yes” to God, salvation was made available to all who believe.

Another example of acceptance can be found in the story of Abraham and Isaac. God asked Abraham to sacrifice his only son, and Abraham obediently went forth with the intention of doing so (Genesis 22:1-19). Although it must have been incredibly difficult for Abraham, he demonstrated his complete trust and faith in God by being willing to follow through with His request. Because Abraham was willing to accept what God asked him to do, he became a beacon of faith and hope.

The Bible is filled with many other examples of acceptance. Jesus accepted Judas’ betrayal (John 14:1-14); Joseph accepted his brothers after they had sold him into slavery (Genesis 45:3-15); the Samaritan woman accepted Jesus’ invitation to believe in Him (John 4:1-42).

All of these examples, and many more, illustrate how accepting God’s plans can radically transform our lives if we are willing to open ourselves up to them.

What does it Mean to be “Secure in Christ”?

When we receive Christ as our Savior, we are immediately brought into a secure relationship with God. We are no longer defined by our sin or failures because we are clothed in Christ’s righteousness. This means that we can approach God with confidence, knowing that He loves and accepts us just as we are.

Secure in Christ also means that we have been given a new identity. We are now children of God, members of His family. This gives us a sense of belonging and significance that nothing else can provide.

We are also heirs to His kingdom, co-heirs with Christ himself! This gives us hope for the future and a confident assurance that no matter what happens in this life, we ultimately belong to God and will share in His glory.

Defining Security

Insecurity can show up in our lives in many different ways. We can be insecure about our appearance, our relationships, our talents or abilities, or even our spiritual lives. When we don’t feel secure in who we are, it’s easy to become controlled by our fears and start living life based on what other people think of us.

The good news is that we don’t have to live this way! When we understand who God says we are in Christ, we can rest secure in His love for us. We don’t have to strive to be accepted or significant because we already are! As children of God, we are fully accepted and totally loved by Him. And because He loves us, He has also given us everything we need to live a meaningful and purposeful life.

So today, if you’re struggling with insecurity, know that you are not alone. But also know that you can find hope and security in Christ. He is the only One who can ultimately satisfy the deepest longings of your heart.

Biblical Examples of Security

The Bible is full of examples of people who were accepted, secure, and significant in Christ. Abraham was a man who wasAccepted by God despite his imperfections. He was also given the Promisethat he would be the father of many nations. This promise made him feel Securein his relationship with God. And finally, Abraham was Significant becauseof his faithfulness to God.

Other examples include Joseph, who was sold into slavery but rose to become second in command in Egypt; Moses, who led the Israelites out of slavery; and David, who became king after defeating Goliath.

These men (and many others) all had one thing in common: they knew that their identity was found in Christ. They were accepted by Him, they were secure in His love, and they were significant because of their faithfulness to Him.

What does it Mean to be “Significant in Christ”?

As Christians, we are significant because of who Christ is and what He has done for us. We are significant because we are in Christ and He is in us. Christ gives us our significance. It is not based on anything we have done or could ever do. Our significance is completely unearned and unmerited. It comes from God alone.

Because of what Christ has done for us, we are now accepted by God. We are no longer rejected or condemned. We are His beloved children, with a special place in His heart. He loves us just as we are, imperfections and all. And nothing can ever change that.

We are also secure in our relationship with God because of what Christ has done for us on the cross. We are forgiven and free from the penalty of sin. We are also free from the power of sin because we have been given the Holy Spirit to help us live holy lives. And nothing can ever separate us from the love of God that is ours in Christ Jesus (Romans 8:39).

Defining Significance

It is so easy to get caught up in the lies that the enemy tells us. He is constantly whispering in our ear, trying to convince us that we are not good enough, that we are not worthy, and that we are not loved. But the truth is, we ARE good enough, we ARE worthy, and we ARE loved! We are significant because of WHO WE ARE IN CHRIST!

We are ACCEPTED by God because of His grace and mercy. We did nothing to deserve it, but He loves us anyway! He sent His Son to die for us so that we could have eternal life with Him. And because of His great love for us, we are also SECURE in our relationship with Him. We can rest assured knowing that no matter what happens in this life, we are safe in His hands.

We are SIGNIFICANT because we are made in His image and likeness. We are fearfully and wonderfully made! We have a purpose and a destiny. We are unique and special, and there is nobody else like us!

So don’t believe the lies of the enemy…you ARE loved, you ARE accepted, and you ARE significant!

Biblical Examples

We see throughout Scripture that God has always had a special plan and purpose for His people. He often calls His people to do things that are outside of their comfort zones or seem impossible, but He always empowers them to do whatever He has called them to.

Abraham was called by God to leave his home and go to a new land, even though he did not know where he was going (Genesis 12:1-3). Moses was called by God to lead the Israelites out of slavery in Egypt, even though he did not feel qualified (Exodus 3:10-14). Esther was called by God to risk her life by going into the king’s palace to plead for her people, even though she could have been put to death (Esther 4:13-16).

These are just a few examples of how God has empowered His people to do what He has called them to do. He does not call us to do anything that He will not equip us to handle. When we trust in Him and step out in faith, He will always be there with us, giving us the strength and wisdom we need.

His power is made perfect in our weakness. Therefore we can trust that no matter what He calls us to do, He will be with us every step of the way.