Who Does He Say I Am?

The affirmation of a father is unlike any other. So many of us have a difficulty relating to this concept because of sub par experiences with natural fathers. Whether you've had a positive or a negative experience with your natural father, our Father in Heaven is always one who loves us, affirms us, speaks encouraging words over us, and has given it all so that we could be with Him. No matter what you have believed about yourself, remember that His thoughts toward you are good. His love is unconditional and He always has your best in mind, no matter what things look like in the natural. Let's take a look at what He says about YOU:

He has given you the right to become a child of God - John 1:12.

You were brought near by the blood of Christ - Ephesians 2:13.

You are a new creation in Christ - 2 Corinthians 5:17.

He directs your steps - Psalm 37:23.

You can do all things through Christ who gives you strength - Philippians 4:13.

All things are added to your life when you seek His Kingdom first - Matthew 6:33.

He leads you to victory - 2 Corinthians 2:14.

He has good thoughts toward you - Jeremiah 29:11.

He has created you for good works - Ephesians 2:10.

He works out all things for your good - Romans 8:28.

You have peace, given to you by Jesus - John 14:28.

You have been given power, love and a sound mind - 2 Timothy 1:7.

God's goodness and mercy will follow you all the days of your life - Psalm 23:6.

Obviously, I could go all day with statements of encouragement from God's word, but I won't. Instead, my proposition for you is to spend everyday tuning your ears in to what He says about you and those around you. The words you receive will be the door to fulfilling the two great commandments that Jesus declared - loving the Lord and loving your neighbor as yourself (Matthew 22:34-40). We serve a great Father and YOU have been created in His likeness. Receive every word of life He has for you and remember that no matter what you or others say about you, you can always go back to this question: Who does He say I am? The answer will undoubtedly be one full of Father God's affirmation, life and purpose.