The Best No
So now there is no condemnation for those who belong to Christ Jesus.
Romans 8:1 (NLT)
Thought
Arguably the most beautiful chapter in the New Testament, Romans 8, is full of encouragement. It begins by reassuring us that as Christ's followers, we’re not condemned. Hallelujah! Thank God for this beautiful truth.
Prayer Practice
Pause
Take a moment to remember to Whom you belong. Not this world. Not your employer. Not even yourself. You belong to Jesus (1 Corinthians 6:10).
Rejoice
Tell God how thankful you feel that you’re not condemned. Thank Him for casting your sins as far as the east is from the west (Psalm 103:12).
Ask
Ask God to help you live in the confident assurance of being His. Ask the Spirit to insulate you from attacks in a world of shame and condemnation.
Yield
Give God any feelings of inadequacy with which you’ve been wrestling. His love for you has never been based on your ability to be perfect. He loves you and chooses a relationship with you simply because of that love.