Yet to all who did receive him, to those who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God –
John 1:12 (NIV)
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Today’s Devotional
John 1:12 highlights the beautiful truth that those who receive and believe in Jesus Christ are given the privilege of becoming children of God. This verse emphasizes that our relationship with God is based on faith in Jesus and not on our works or achievements.
Receiving Jesus means accepting Him as our Savior and Lord, embracing the truth of His life, death, and resurrection, and submitting to His authority in our lives. Believing in His name signifies placing our trust and confidence in who Jesus is and what He has done for us. When we receive and believe in Jesus, we are adopted into God’s family, and our status as His children is secured.
Time to reflect
As you reflect on John 1:12, consider these questions:
- Have you personally received and believed in Jesus Christ, embracing your identity as a child of God?
- How does knowing that you are a child of God impact your daily life, choices, and relationships?
- How can you share the message of John 1:12 with others, inviting them to receive and believe in Jesus and become children of God?
Prayer Of The Day
Heavenly Father, thank You for the incredible gift of becoming Your children through faith in Jesus Christ. We are grateful for Your love, grace, and the assurance of our place in Your family.
Help us to fully embrace our identity as Your children and to live our lives in a way that reflects Your love and goodness. Empower us to share the message of John 1:12 with others, inviting them to receive and believe in Jesus and experience the joy of being part of Your family.
In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.
Strengthening Faith
- Spend time reflecting on your identity as a child of God and the implications it has for your daily life.
- Look for opportunities to share the message of John 1:12 with others, inviting them to receive and believe in Jesus and join God’s family.
- Encourage fellow believers to fully embrace their identity as children of God and to live out their faith with confidence and joy.
Today Wisdom
John 1:12 reveals the beautiful truth that through faith in Jesus Christ, we are given the right to become children of God. As we embrace our identity as God’s children, we can experience the love, peace, and security that comes from being part of His family. By sharing this message with others, we can invite them to receive and believe in Jesus, allowing them to experience the joy and transformation that comes from being children of God.
