OCTOBER 9*



BE CAREFUL NOT TO ATTACH YOUR SENSE OF WORTH TO YOUR PERFORMANCE. When you’re dissatisfied with something you have said or done, talk with Me about it. Ask Me to help you sort out what is truly sinful and what is not. Confess any sins you’re aware of, and receive My forgiveness gratefully. Then live in the freedom of being My beloved believer. Don’t let your mistakes and sins diminish your sense of worth. Remember that you have been declared “Not Guilty” forever! There is no condemnation for those who are in Me—who belong to Me. You are precious to Me, and I take delight in you, so refuse to condemn yourself.



Your imperfect performance reminds you that you are human. It humbles you and helps you identify with flawed humanity. Since pride is such a deadly sin—the one that ultimately led to Satan’s expulsion from heaven—being humbled is really a blessing. So thank Me for the circumstances that have diminished your pride, and draw nearer to Me. Receive My priceless, unfailing Love in full measure!



MEDITATION:

“If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.”

‭‭—I John‬ ‭1:9‬ ‭



“There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.”

‭‭—Romans‬ ‭8:1‬ ‭



“The Lord your God is in your midst, a mighty one who will save; he will rejoice over you with gladness; he will quiet you by his love; he will exult over you with loud singing.”

‭‭—Zephaniah‬ ‭3:17‬ ‭



“How precious is your steadfast love, O God! The children of mankind take refuge in the shadow of your wings.”

‭‭—Psalm‬ ‭36:7‬



TODAY:

Embrace the present moment. The past is history. We have all made mistakes but it does not determine our future. We are refreshed and renewed daily with God’s immeasurable gifts of grace, mercy, forgiveness and compassion. Let this powerful message resonate in your innermost being.



PRAY:

Father in Heaven, Your boundless love gives me hope. It encourages me to learn and grow from my indiscretions. In Jesus’ name, I thank you for your forgiveness and an opportunity to live a life of purpose, amen!



✝️🔥❤️

Our mistakes don’t define who we are. God’s forgiveness is not conditional. As believers in Christ Jesus we are purified and made righteous in God’s eyes.



“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!”

‭‭—II Corinthians‬ ‭5‬:‭17‬ ‭