God’s Child
by Max Lucado
“The Father has loved us so much that we are called children of God. And we really are his children.” 1 John 3:1 (NCV)
Let me tell you who you are. In fact, let me proclaim who you are.
You are an heir of God and a co-heir with Christ (Romans 8:17).
You are eternal, like an angel (Luke 20:36).
You have a crown that will last forever (1 Corinthians 9:25).
You are a holy priest (1 Peter 2:5), a treasured possession
(Exodus 19:5)....
But more than any of the above--more significant than any title or position--is the simple fact that you are God's child.
"We really are his children."
As a result, if something is important to you, it's important to God.
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Max Lucado
From: He Still Moves Stones
Copyright (Word Publishing, 1993)
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Tags: children, comfort, God's love, hope, Jesus, joy, trust
January 7th, 2010 at 9:23 am
This is what I say to the Australian Media who read the Lord's word daily. Who is going to receive communion for you when you die,? when you adorn yourselves with purple and scarlet and refuse to turn from your deceitful and scandalising ways. You say you are righteous, but in actual fact you are the furthest from God. Who will save your souls.? Amen
January 7th, 2010 at 9:56 am
So wonderful to know that I am a child of God's. Thank you for giving me some verses to look up in the Bible. He loves us so much. You know when there are times that I am sad or hurting I feel that God is putting his arms around me and keeping me safe.
January 8th, 2010 at 10:37 am
Thank you for this meaningful precise devotional.
It's so encouraging and insightful as usual.
May God bless you richly.