In Jeff Manion's book, Satisfied, he reminds us that the Apostle Paul reminds the church of Ephesus that they belong before reminding them how to behave. This is an important reminder for us to remember as parents too. As a parent, it is my responsibility to teach my children how to behave but it is also my responsibility to teach them that they belong!
I took time to read through the first three chapters of Ephesians tonight and once again I am struck by the phrase "in christ." This is our identity! Our identity is found "in christ." Our identity is not found in our possessions or in our accomplishments or in our significant other or even in our children. Our identity is found "in Christ." You are blessed "in Christ." You have a purpose "in Christ." You have been included "in Christ." You were created "in Christ." "In Christ" you who were once far away have been brought near through the blood of Jesus.
Take a moment and read Ephesians 1-3. Note the times that Paul says to the church that they are "in Christ."
How is it that you can begin to understand your identity in Christ? - through faith In Christ
Ephesians 3:12 "In Him and through faith In Him we may approach God with freedom and confidence."
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