Today’s Reading: Ephesians 3:7-13
Today’s Verse: In whom we have boldness and access with confidence by the faith of him. Ephesians 3:12 KJV
VIP is the abbreviation of “very important person.”
It is an informal way to refer to someone who is notable in some way.
Someone who is given special treatment in a particular setting.
They are given complete access to many things.
In God’s eyes each one of us can carry the title of VIP.
We are “very important” to Him.
He showed this when Jesus died on the cross for our sins.
Making it possible for all to receive His forgiveness.
To receive all the blessings He has for us.
There is a tremendous change in our lives when we receive His invitation to become one of His own.
One that we want to share with others.
Inviting them to join and receive their blessings too.
As believers, we know that the church is a big part of this.
The Apostle Paul wrote that [God’s] intent was that now, through the church, the wisdom of God should be made known” (Ephesians 3:10 NIV).
That God’s purpose in all this was to use the church to display His wisdom in its rich variety.
Through this wisdom, Jews and Gentiles were brought together in Christ.
No matter our status in life, He is our Leader.
Making a way for us to come to God.
As Christians, we are members of an elite group that has a mission to fulfill.
We have a desire to invite others to join us.
To fellowship together in a loving atmosphere.
To learn more about the Father and what He has for our lives.
Encouraging one another to put our trust in Him.
That, “through faith in [Him] we may approach God with freedom and confidence” (Ephesians 3:12 NIV).
A Leader that is notable in all His ways.
He will always be there for us no matter who we are.
No matter where we are.
In Him, VIP is a status that will always have great meaning.
A WORD OF PRAYER
Father, we know that each of us is very important to You. That is why You allowed Jesus to sacrifice His life for us. Making it possible to come into Your presence with freedom and confidence. To know You personally. May we continue to receive access to all the love You have for us. Letting others know about the wonderful relationship that we have with You. Thank You for Jesus. For how He has made it possible for us to come into Your presence. To claim our VIP status.
Thank You for it all.
In Jesus Name We Pray, Amen