Come Home: Embracing Our Divine Inheritance

Apr 26
07:14

2024

Joyce C. Lock

Joyce C. Lock

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In the tender moment of a father cradling his newborn, one can imagine the divine love that mirrors from God's perspective, proclaiming, "Awe, Perfect! How beautiful!" This sentiment captures the essence of our creation—flawless in the eyes of the Divine. Christians, recognized as royalty and joint heirs, are endowed with the privileges of God's kingdom, yet the true value of this inheritance is only realized when accessed and embraced.

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Understanding Our Spiritual Royalty

Christians are often described as children of the King,Come Home: Embracing Our Divine Inheritance Articles a metaphor that underscores our inherent value and access to divine resources. This spiritual royalty, however, comes with the responsibility to recognize and utilize the privileges it entails:

  • Access to Divine Resources: As joint heirs with Christ, believers have access to spiritual blessings and guidance that surpass human understanding.
  • Inherent Value and Acceptance: From the moment of spiritual rebirth, Christians are fully accepted by God, negating any need to earn His approval through deeds or appearances.

The Journey of Spiritual Proximity

Despite our royal status, many believers feel a distance from God, a gap bridged only through active faith and relinquishment of personal burdens.

  • Active Relationship with God: God desires a relationship that transcends ritualistic worship, seeking a heartfelt connection that is nurtured through daily interaction and spiritual commitment.
  • Letting Go and Stepping Forward: The act of letting go of personal struggles and stepping forward in faith is often what brings believers closer to experiencing God's presence and understanding His true nature.

The Power of Truth and Faith

The pursuit of truth is fundamental in the Christian walk. Armed with truth, believers can stand against deception and align their thoughts with God’s love.

  • Truth as a Weapon: Utilizing truth to combat lies and deception not only liberates the believer but also fortifies them against spiritual attacks.
  • Daily Guidance and Dependence: Seeking God’s direction in every moment reinforces a constant reliance on His wisdom, ensuring a life aligned with divine purpose.

The Role of Tribulation and Victory

Life’s challenges are not merely obstacles but opportunities for spiritual growth and deeper reliance on God.

  • Embracing Trials: Through trials, believers are drawn closer to God, allowing Him to reign over their hearts and lives, transforming tribulation into triumph.
  • Victory through Faith: Steps taken in faith, even when shrouded in uncertainty, lead to spiritual victories and a deeper understanding of God’s kingdom.

Conclusion: A Call to Divine Fulfillment

God’s ultimate desire is for His children to live in the fullness of their inheritance, experiencing His love in unimaginable ways. It is time for believers to fully embrace their identity in Christ, letting go of misconceptions and stepping into the reality of divine love and power.

In the journey of faith, understanding and embracing our divine inheritance is not just about knowing our rights as children of God but actively engaging with those privileges in a way that transforms our lives and the lives of those around us. As we draw closer to God and embrace our spiritual royalty, we not only find our purpose but also become conduits of His love and grace in a world that desperately needs it.

For further reading on spiritual inheritance and living a faith-filled life, resources such as Desiring God and Christianity Today offer extensive biblical insights and practical guidance.