Read Ephesians 1:6
What an incredible privilege it is to be “accepted in the Beloved.”
Those words describe one of the deepest truths of the Christian life—that God not only forgives us but actually delights in us because we are united with His Son, Jesus Christ.
Think about that: we, weak and imperfect as we are, have become the objects of divine love.
Not because of who we are, but because of who Jesus is. We are loved, cherished, and welcomed—not for our performance, but because we belong to the Beloved.
Many believers live on an emotional rollercoaster when it comes to this truth.
When their hearts are full of joy and their faith feels strong, they think, “God must be pleased with me.”
But when they stumble or feel dry and distant, they fear, “Maybe God no longer accepts me.”
Yet our acceptance does not depend on how we feel—it depends on Christ, who never changes.
He is always holy, always righteous, always loved by the Father. And because we are in Him, we are just as accepted as He is.
When you look at yourself, you may see weakness, failure, or unworthiness—but look at Christ, and you’ll see everything beautiful and pleasing to God.
Your sins have been cast behind His back. Your struggles and temptations do not disqualify you. You are secure in the One who conquered sin, death, and the devil.
Even the saints in heaven are not “more accepted” than you are today.
They are accepted in Christ—and so are you.
That means right now, where you are, God looks at you with the same love He has for His Son.
So lift your head, believer. Rejoice in this truth:
You are loved, forgiven, and forever accepted in the Beloved.
Prayer
Father, thank You that I am accepted in Jesus, Your Beloved Son.
When I feel unworthy or distant, remind me that my standing with You never changes.
Teach me to rest, not in my performance, but in Your unchanging grace.
Let this truth fill me with peace, joy, and confidence in Your love.
I am Yours forever—loved, forgiven, and accepted in Christ. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Bp. Paul Solomon Maglaya
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