1 John 4:13-18 really hit home for me. I mention often of feeling as though I am not ever enough. Reading this reminds me that we belong to God because His Spirit ives in us. When you truly believe that Jesus is the Son of God and trust in the love God has for us, we live connected to Him (I am enough).
God Is LOVE! So if I am living in love, real love, then I am living in God. As I continue to grow in that love, through my growth in my relationship with God, I am realizing that I am acting out of more confidence-without fear. Love pushes out fear and that same Love lets me know that I am enough, I am worthy. My identity is rooted in love!
We don’t have to live afraid of judgment, rejection, or punishment. Fear is connected to punishment. But when we understand God’s love, we gain confidence instead of anxiety.