I am accepted . . .

• John 1:12 I am God’s child.
• John 15:15 I am a friend of Jesus Christ, as His disciple.
• Romans 5:1 I have been justified.
• 1 Corinthians 6:17 I am united with the Lord, and I am one with Him in spirit.
• 1 Corinthians 6:19–20 I have been bought with a price and I belong to God.
• 1 Corinthians 12:27 I am a member of Christ’s body.
• Ephesians 1:3–8 I have been chosen by God and adopted as His child.
• Hebrews 4:14–16 I have direct access to the throne of grace through Jesus Christ.

I am secure . . .

• Romans 8:1–2 I am free from condemnation.
• Romans 8:28 I am assured that God works for my good in all circumstances.
• Romans 8:31–39 I am free from condemnation. I cannot be separated from God’s love.
• 2 Corinthians 1:21–22 I have been established, anointed, and sealed by God.
• Colossians 3:1–4 I am hidden with Christ in God.
• Philippians 1:6 I am confident God will complete the good work He started in me.
• Philippians 3:20 I am a citizen of heaven.
• 2 Timothy 1:7 I have been given a spirit of power, love, and a sound mind.
• 1 John 5:18 I am born of God, and the evil one cannot touch me.

I am significant . . .

• John 15:5, I am a branch of Jesus Christ, the true vine, and a channel of His life.
• John 15:16, I have been chosen and appointed to bear fruit.
• 1 Corinthians 3:16, I am God’s temple.
• 2 Corinthians 5:17–21, I am a minister of reconciliation for God.
• Ephesians 2:6, I am seated with Jesus Christ in the heavenly realm.
• Ephesians 2:10, I am God’s workmanship.
• Ephesians 3:12, I may approach God with freedom and confidence.
• Philippians 4:13, I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me.

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When you’re tempted to measure up today, focus “up” instead and remember Whose you are and who you are – in Him!
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