[The Glory Unveiled]
But as many as received him, to them gave he power to become the sons of God, even to them that believe on his name: [ John 1:12 KJV ]
Gifts may be freely given but whether or not they are received depends solely on the recipient. The power to save is available to the world but accessible to only those who receive the Lordship of Christ. Our faith in the son of God is the system that gives us access to the life of God in Him. And because this faith must be rooted in Christ, only those who have heard and believed in the message of the Son can have it. Receiving Him means believing in His name; in His authority. The power of sonship into the family of God does not automatically happen because we go to church or do anything religious. The sonship privilege is given when we believe in Christ. Faith is the means by which the life of God in Christ is imputed to humanity. The power that makes us joint heirs with Christ does not discriminate between people. Whoever we are, whatever tribe or language we belong to, if we come to believe in Jesus, the power of sonship extends the privilege to belong to God. We become identified in Christ as members of His body. And we receive the gift of God in that moment, when we believe in Christ. The apostle Paul teaches that the gift was originally meant for a certain people, the Jews, but then they rejected it. And through their rejection, we have access to this gift. Yet, by our acceptance, they will be brought in by jealousy (References; Romans 9-11). So, right now is your window of opportunity. Take advantage of this gift and become a child of God.
Prayer_Bead: Father, thank you for the privilege to be your son by the sacrifice of your only begotten son.
Wisdom_Quote: The gift of God is made available to all who will take advantage of it.
#GNews: Unveiling the glory of God.