New to Faith Sample

You’ve been upgraded!

I don't know if you've ever flown on a plane, but one of the most unexpected joys that can occur is when you receive a free upgrade to First Class. Not because of anything you've done, but simply due to the generosity of the airline. When you get upgraded, it not only results in some amazing perks and leg-room but your status changes too. For individuals who believe in Jesus, this is what happens to you before God. Through Jesus' sacrifice and generosity [2 Cor 5:21], you receive a life you didn't earn or deserve - but was given freely and a new status as a child of God. It’s the ultimate free upgrade! The term the Bible gives this is called, 'Justification' [Gal 2:16]. 

When Jesus died for your sin it was a statement that your shortcomings, mistakes or past can no longer keep you from God’s presence. You can now come to God with confidence,  knowing that He sees you as He sees Jesus; because of the cross, your status has now changed! Even when you stuff up, you can confidently turn to God and ask for forgiveness from your sin [1 John 1:9]. Your actions didn’t get you to God and your actions can’t keep you from God. What Jesus did on the cross gave you the upgrade into God’s presence, and nothing in this life can now keep you out. 

PRAYER

Jesus, today I thank You for my new status, thank You that I’ve been forgiven, thank You that I can now come to the Father confidently, knowing You see me like You see Jesus. You see me as forgiven, brand new and set apart.  I pray that I never forget what You've done and when I feel like I don't deserve to be in Your presence, I pray that I'm reminded all the more of what You've done. In Jesus' name, Amen.