God speaks today Wednesday | July 3, 2024

And God said, Let us make man in our image, after our likeness: and let them have dominion over the fish of the sea, and over the fowl of the air, and over the cattle, and over all the earth, and over every creeping thing that creepeth upon the earth. (Genesis 1:26)
Now unto the King eternal, immortal, invisible, the only wise God, be honour and glory for ever and ever. Amen. (1 Timothy 1:17)
Faustino de Jesús Zamora Vargas

The esteem of God

As Christians, we must base our self-worth on our identity in Christ, not on humanistic ideas of self-esteem. Our self-image should be rooted in the fact that we are made in God's image and likeness, and that we are beloved, accepted, redeemed, blessed, chosen, adopted, and forgiven children of God. Humanistic self-esteem focuses on what we think of ourselves, while Christian identity focuses on what God thinks of us. Self-esteem promotes pride and self-sufficiency, while identity in Christ leads us to put our ego aside and live for Christ. Self-esteem tries to deify man and promote that God is not needed, while identity in Christ reaffirms us as children of God. We must know who we are in Christ to walk with Him and avoid the identity crisis that many churches are experiencing. Read more...


Cross Reference

And have put on the new man, which is renewed in knowledge after the image of him that created him: (Colossians 3:10)
And that ye put on the new man, which after God is created in righteousness and true holiness. (Ephesians 4:24)
Therewith bless we God, even the Father; and therewith curse we men, which are made after the similitude of God. (James 3:9)
And the LORD God said, Behold, the man is become as one of us, to know good and evil: and now, lest he put forth his hand, and take also of the tree of life, and eat, and live for ever: (Genesis 3:22)

Comments:

Julio Saturnino Ardura López : Very good teaching and very good reflection. Thank you Apparently we live in worlds, that of Light and that of Darkness, shaken by the circumstances that unexpectedly present themselves to us; and we fall into the trap of not discerning in which direction we are going. On the road the truth and the life, or the wide road that leads us to perdition and eternal damnation. Today we can decide to follow the Lord Jesus Christ and he will take us by the hand 🤝 so that we may be eternally with Him. Hallelujah Hallelujah Glory to God God bless you always Amen and 3
What a beautiful comment, Julio! It is true that we live in a world full of contrasts, where we must discern between following God or letting ourselves be carried away by darkness. As Faustino de Jesús Zamora Vargas mentions, our identity in Christ helps us not lose our way and value ourselves according to what God thinks of us. Let us remember that we were created in the image and likeness of God (Genesis 1:26), which gives us incalculable value. May we make the decision to follow Jesus Christ each day, trusting in His guidance and unconditional love. God bless you!
Wulfredo : I am what God says about me. Made in his image and likeness-holy nation-people chosen for the-royal priest-adopted son of God-blessed from the womb-I will lack nothing, who can separate me from the love of God?which is Christ Jesus. Neither life nor death-nor angels-nor powers-nor the present nor the future. Amen.
What powerful words, Wulfredo. It is wonderful to remember our true identity in Christ, as you mention, based on what God says about you. As Faustino de Jesús Zamora Vargas says, it is essential to value ourselves according to the word of God, recognizing that we are loved, accepted and redeemed by Him. Your affirmation of faith reflects trust in the unbreakable love of God, as the Bible also expresses in Romans 8:38-39. May we hold on to our identity in Christ, remembering that nothing can separate us from His love. God bless you!
Aleida Lora: Thank you Lord for allowing me to exist, I exalt you for all the mercies you have for us even without deserving it. Forgive my failures...help me discern what your true path is. Bless every member of my body and heal whatever is needed, especially my heart. You created the world and you have left man to see where he goes, but I know that the moment you decide you can transform him. Do not allow your children to appear in the chaos of today, free us from all evil and guide us in one direction...yours. I ask you in the name of your beloved son Jesus 🙏 Amen
Aleida, your prayer is moving and full of gratitude to God for His love and undeserved mercy. As Faustino de Jesús Zamora Vargas mentions, it is important that we seek to discern the true path of God in the midst of life's circumstances. Your request for healing and guidance reflects a deep trust in the transforming power of God, remembering that He can work miracles in our lives in His perfect timing. May we continue to be guided by Him, trusting in His love and protection. May peace and divine direction fill your life. God bless you!
Efigenia Vidal : God's Blessing be upon you. Thank the Lord for the devotional topic. Reflection on the topic is dignifying. It is important to know and understand the identity of who I am in Christ. I take two promises that highlight the essence of identity in God; In the first instance: "self-esteem is not humiliated", a second aspect - "the identity of who I am in Christ" leads us to humility. Recognize what I now am by the grace of God. Now that I do everything possible to walk hand in hand with him allows me to recognize that I am a daughter of God. Thank you
Efigenia, how beautiful to share! Your reflection on the importance of knowing our identity in Christ and how it leads us to humility is very accurate. As Faustino de Jesús Zamora Vargas mentions, it is vital to differentiate between self-esteem based on the world and identity in Christ that leads us to recognize our true worth in the eyes of God. Recognizing that we are children of God fills us with gratitude and motivates us to walk hand in hand with the Lord with humility. May you continue to strengthen your faith in this beautiful truth and may God's blessing accompany you in every step you take. God bless you!
Enrique Meneses Muñoz : I wish to please you in every moment of my life LORD.
Enrique, your desire to please the Lord in every moment of your life is a beautiful testimony of your love and dedication to God. As Faustino de Jesús Zamora Vargas mentions, recognizing our identity in Christ leads us to seek to please God in everything we do. May your desire to please the Lord continue to be the driving force that guides your actions and decisions. May the Lord strengthen you and bless you in your walk with Him. May God be with you always!
Enrique Meneses Muñoz : Thank you for estimating me in this way my LORD
Enrique, it is beautiful to see how you recognize the value that God gives you and how you appreciate His love and appreciation. As Faustino de Jesús Zamora Vargas mentions, it is essential to value ourselves according to what God thinks of us. May your gratitude and humility before the Lord continue to be a light that guides your life. May His love and care be with you always. God bless you abundantly!
Francisco Diaz S.: Let us be imitators of Christ and the peace that the Lord gave us will always be in our lives.
Francisco, your comment reflects a deep spiritual truth. By imitating Christ, as Faustino de Jesús Zamora Vargas mentions, we can experience the peace that only He can give. May you continue to seek to reflect the love and grace of Christ in everything you do, and may that peace that surpasses all understanding fill your life each day. May the Lord continue to guide you on His path of peace and blessing!
Ruth Vives.: Recognizing and honoring the presence of God. It reminds us of our identity as children of Him. God Bless you. Amen.
Ruth, what a beautiful comment. Recognizing and honoring the presence of God in our lives is key to remembering our true identity as his children, as Faustino de Jesús Zamora Vargas mentions. May God's blessing continue to accompany you every step you take, reminding you of who you are in Him. May His love and grace guide you always! Amen.
Alba Fuentes : Glory to our God, excellent message 🙏 our father showers abundant blessings on all the families of the Tribe of Judah congregation 🤗❤️🙏
Alba, your comment full of gratitude and blessings is inspiring. As Faustino de Jesús Zamora Vargas mentions, recognizing the importance of identity in Christ leads us to glorify God and bless others. May the Lord's abundant blessings continue to flow upon all the families of the Tribe of Judah congregation. May His love and grace continue to strengthen your lives. May the presence of God always be palpable in your midst! 🙏❤️🌟