For years, I thought being a Christian meant constantly striving to be "good enough. " I would wake up each day determined to read my Bible more, pray harder, and somehow earn God's favor.

But no matter how hard I tried, I always felt like I was falling short. .

. ,Like me, Maybe you've found yourself in a similar cycle of striving and guilt.

If so, I want to remind you that you're not alone, and there's a different approach. Galatians 2:20 tells us that when we put our faith in Jesus, our old, striving self is crucified with Him.

We don't have to live by our own strength anymore because Christ lives in us. This doesn't mean we become passive, but it does mean we can rest in the truth and perspective that we are fully loved and accepted, not because of what we do, but because of what He has done.

His love and acceptance are unwavering, providing us with a sense of security and comfort. This truth has set me free, and I know it can do the same for you.

Today, let's choose to live by faith in the Son of God, who loved us and gave His life for us. Let's allow His life to flow through us, transforming us from the inside out.

There's no greater joy than walking hand in hand with the One who gave it all for you, a joy that fills our hearts and gives us hope for the future. Learn more about aligning with who God is, who we are, and what our mission, purpose, and destiny He has for us is.

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