Living a Significant Lifeਨਮੂਨਾ

We all carry the scars of rejection—wounds that have shaped our perception of acceptance and approval. The longing to be accepted by others often influences the decisions we make and the paths we choose. However, Ephesians 1:4-5 reveals a profound truth:

We are chosen–and completely accepted–in Christ.

Before the creation of the world, God had you in mind. He made you and chose you to be dearly loved by Him. Our adoption as children was HIS idea through Jesus Christ. And our very name–our identity–is rooted in who God says we are: chosen and completely accepted. Receiving the finished gift of Jesus means you are holy and blameless in His sight. The fickle opinions of people don’t have to define you ever again.

The lure of counterfeit approval can drive you into dead ends, make you cling to wrong careers, linger in toxic relationships, or remain handcuffed to limiting beliefs. But God's Word calls you to seek His approval instead. Anchored in Him, you are free. Anchored in Him, you are validated. Anchored in Him, you are fully accepted.

You are now set free to pursue His calling without fear or limitation. The wounds of your past rejections lose their power when you realize that God's love is unwavering and without end. In His embrace, healing, and restoration are yours.

Today, release the burden of seeking approval from all your OTHER sources. Embrace the truth that you are chosen and accepted by God Himself. Choose to run away from anything that hinders your growth in Him. Today is a new day to trust His plan and chase His purposes for your life.

Walk in the assurance of God's love; let it shape every aspect of your being. Allow His full acceptance to lead you in the right career, transform your outlook, and shape your most meaningful relationships. Confidently step into the life God has designed for you.

The One who chose you accepts you, and delights in you have called you to significant living–in Him. That’s freedom. That’s your foundation. That’s a life of purpose, joy, and fulfillment.

REFLECTION:

What areas of your life are still influenced by a desire for approval from others?

In what practical ways can you begin to walk in the freedom and confidence of being loved and validated by God rather than seeking validation from external sources?