Daily Devotional
Into The Wilderness: A Lent Series
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Day 6
Matthew 3:17 (ESV)
[17] and behold, a voice from heaven said, “This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased.”
Affirmed by God: Equipped for His Mission
After Jesus’ baptism, a voice came from heaven declaring, “This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased.” (Matthew 3:17) God’s approval is not based on outward success, but on relationship and obedience. Before any miracle or public ministry, Jesus received His Father’s affirmation. As children of God, our value is rooted not in achievement but in His grace and calling. When God calls us, He also supplies what we need. Feeling uncertain or insufficient is an opportunity to rely on the Holy Spirit’s equipping and the power of God’s Word. Our identity in Christ secures us and gives us courage to step boldly into His purposes.
Key Takeaway
God’s approval and empowerment are found in Jesus; rely on His strength, not your own.
Questions to Consider
- How does your sense of identity influence the way you serve God?
- Where are you tempted to depend on your strength instead of the Spirit’s?
- What does it mean for you to know you are God’s beloved child?
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