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Romans 8:1
Before we can go on, even though we have accepted God's invitation to us, repented, and have come back to Him, before we can grow in Christ, we have to understand and believe with all of our heart that we are completely accepted before Him. Do we feel He has accepted us?
He wants us to understand that we are accepted. He wants us to have the confidence that He is with us, that He loves us, that He is concerned about us, that He wants us to be part of His family. He wants us to be in His Kingdom. He wants us to grow. We are accepted before Him.
John W. Ritenbaugh
Love and WorksRelated Topics: Acceptance of Us, God's | God's Acceptance of Us | God's Invitation to Us | God's Love for Us
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What Does Romans 8:1 Mean?
In connection to Romans 8:1, which declares there is no condemnation for those in Christ Jesus who walk according to the Spirit, the message emphasizes the importance of fully believing in complete acceptance by God. Even after accepting His invitation and returning to Him, growth in Christ requires a deep understanding that acceptance is assured. God desires for all to feel confident in His presence, love, and concern, knowing they are part of His family. His wish is for everyone to be in His Kingdom and to grow spiritually, reinforcing the assurance of acceptance and the absence of condemnation for those who follow the Spirit.