DAY 15: FORMED FOR GOD'S FAMILY

HEY LADIES AND GENTS,,,I HOPE YOUR ALL WELL! KEEP GOING...WE ARE HALF WAY THERE. YOU WERE "FORMED FOR GOD'S FAMILY"

God is the one who made all things, and all things are for his glory. He wanted to have many children share his glory. 
Hebrews 2:10 (NCV)

See how very much our heavenly Father loves us, for he allows us to be called his children, and we really are! 1 John 3:1 (NLT)

God's second purpose for our lives is to be apart of God's family. The entire bible is story of God building a family who will love him, honor him and reign with him forever. 

Benefits of being in God's Family

1. You were spiritually born into God's family and were given some outstanding birthday gifts: family name, family likeness, family privileges, family intimate access and family inheritance.
The aforementioned statement solidifies you are rich...no matter how bank account looks right now. True riches come from being connected to God's family ...for peace, love and joy are over flowing in that household. 

2. On Earth, we are given "the riches of his grace...kindness...patience...glory...wisdom...power...and mercy.  These items are priceless. There is no amount of money that could outweigh these gift/riches. 

3. Being apart of God's kingdom, gives us access to a mighty inheritance:

a. We get to be with God forever.
b. We will be completely changed to be like Christ.
c. We will be freed from all death, pain and suffering.
d. We will be awarded and assigned positions of service.
e. We will get to share in His glory. 

Your inheritance is non-negotiable. It awaits you...no one has access except you!

Baptism: Identifying with God's Family

Baptism is not optional. Jesus commanded that we all be baptized as an expression of our faith in Christ.  It an outward sign of your private commitment to God. It declares your faith, shares Christ burial and resurrection, symbolizes your death to your old life, and announces your new life in Christ. Moreover, it a public celebration of joining God's family. The only rule prior to baptism is that you believe. 

 Having a place in God's family is the highest honor and greatest privilege you will ever receive. Honor  and treasure it! Live eternity minded! Live your purpose. Be the best version of yourself. Let God lead you and have joy, peace and love at the center of your daily living!