“You are complete in Him, who is the head of all principality and power.” Colossians 2:10

Just As I Am

Probably like many of you, I’ve been reading the news reports about the drama in the royal family in England. I’m so grateful that the details of our family life aren’t splattered over the news! What a stressful way to live. It’s been intriguing to watch the events unfold—and also thought-provoking.

As I was reading yet another news update, a lightening bolt thought hit my heart. In my heavenly royal family, I am never either in or out! I am always IN. I don’t have to do things or perform—I am loved and accepted as I am. I’m not judged by my works. I’m not better or worse according to what I can or can’t do. What a wonderful assurance.

As the months go by, I often berate myself because I can’t “do it all.” But God never ever puts that condemnation on me. Just the opposite in fact. He continually ministers His grace and encouragement to my heart—not on works, but on His love and acceptance of me as His daughter. My royal status remains intact and secure.

I was reminded by a friend that “we see bones, but God sees an army” (see Ezekiel 37:1-14). Floyd wrote a book on this. We see our need, our weakness, our failure, our dry bones…but God breathes life into our weakness and brings success because of who HE is. It’s not dependent on us.

I find such comfort in this—especially on my weak and weary days. He is strong when I’m weak. He is the “way-maker.” He is always at work in and through us. And He loves and accepts me just as I am.

Thank You, Lord! I will serve Him with all my might on my strong days, and I will serve Him to the best of my ability on my weak days. He receives it all as my worship to Him.

God loves us, accepts us—not on our performance, not as something we’ve earned, not because we are deserving…but because He chooses us as His own royal family. I’m so grateful to be His daughter.

Father, thank You for choosing us and adopting us. Thank You for accepting us just as we are, and for keeping us in Your family. Amen!