When the believer is joined in union with Christ, they are instantly and completely made holy. Holiness is not something they have to “try” to achieve, but a truth about their core identity to be believed. When we believe the truth about who we are, “holy does as holy is” (Rom. 11:16; 1 Cor. 3:16-17; Eph. 1:4; 5:27; Col. 1:22; 3:12-14).
A lot of “self-helpers” in this world will tell you that they are working hard at becoming the person they want to be. But self-image in God’s economy doesn’t work that way. It’s all about what Christ has already done for and to the believer in Him (with no help from you). And whether or not […]
If you listen to Christian radio, you have likely heard (and loved) contemporary Christian singer and songwriter Lauren Daigle’s hit song “You Say.” The lyrics reflect the the Christian’s struggle to believe that what God says about them is true, regardless of what they are feeling/experiencing in their Monday-through-Sunday living on this earth. There’s one […]
Do you ever feel like God is less than completely satisfied with who you are? If so, then you’re not alone. But even though many other Christians have shared in your sentiments, it doesn’t mean that you or they are right. The truth is, when you were born again in His Son, Jesus Christ, Father […]
Christ longs for you to enjoy your no-strings-attached union with Him. You are not His employee, but His gorgeous bride in whom He wondrously delights! Listen to His refreshing and inspiring Words to you today: “My beautiful love, I am your very life Source.” “When I am revealed to the world at the end of […]
If you are a believer in Christ, you have already answered the most important question concerning your eternal destiny. You have said yes to His proposal of eternal spiritual union (even though you might not have known it was a marriage proposal) and have actually and literally become the flawless bride of Christ. But if […]
If you are a believer in Christ, but struggle with feelings of unrighteousness, then you don’t want to miss these comforting, inspiring words from your eternal Spiritual Bridegroom today. “My beloved, even though the law wasn’t given directly to Gentiles, every person who tries to achieve righteousness through what they do or don’t do is […]
Are you worn out, trying to make the Christian life work for you? Are you trying to earn grace? If so, then take a deep breath and relax in these sweet Words from your Spiritual Bridegroom today: “My endless love, My Spirit is the Spirit of grace.” “Simply put, I am Grace personified.” “And there […]
Need some encouragement today? Your Spiritual Bridegroom has some marvelous news to share with you: “My forever love, there is absolutely nothing you could think, say, or do that could separate you from Me and My love for you.” “New covenant grace is the ruling order of every moment of your new life in Me.” […]
Take a few moments to lean in and listen to these encouraging, inspiring words from your Spiritual Bridegroom today: “My holy bride, confession and repentance are healthy habits that will benefit you when you realize your thoughts, feelings, and actions aren’t reflecting your new heart in Me.” “Confession simply means to agree with Me that […]
Listen to these insightful, liberating words from your Spiritual Bridegroom today: “My pure, righteous, and holy bride, if you make your ongoing forgiveness contingent on your memory and asking for it, your focus will be shifted away from what I have already accomplished for you to what you must do to remain in “good standing” […]