Starring so hard at my monitor, I was upset at myself for making such an error. I felt like it ruined the reputation that I was trying to build. I was determined to prove that I was more than capable to handle the job. Prior to that, I’ve been able to gain the confidence and approval of others regarding my ability to perform and I just wanted it to stay that way. As I sat at my desk with every ounce of confidence eroded, a thought dropped in my heart: “thank God I don’t have to work this hard for God’s approval because I am already approved. A sense of relief flooded my heart.
As human, it is natural to crave for the approval of others, especially those you hold in high esteem, but you do not have to be validated by another person. Human approval is warm and comforting but it is nothing compared to the approval of God; that should be our main focus. Paul knew the significance of this and advised Timothy – “Work hard so you can present yourself to God and receive his approval” – 2Timothy 2:15a.
Also, it is God’s approval that guarantees success , no other approval does – “And may the Lord our God show us his approval and make our efforts successful. Yes, make our efforts successful”- Psalm 90:17NLT. At the end of our journey here on earth, God will not ask about the number of Facebook likes that you have neither will He ask about the approval of your Instagram followers, the only thing that will count is His approval.
Perhaps you find yourself craving desperately for the approval of your boss, wondering if the cool kids at school will like you, nervous if your new neighbors will be friendly, anxious about joining a new team, or agitated at the thought of what tomorrow holds. Are you working so hard to prove that you are worth being a leader; thinking if you will ever be good enough for your spouse’s family, or trying so hard so others can see your gift and at least give you an opportunity to shine. Whatever the situation is, well I am here to inform you that YOU ARE APPROVED by God.
Still wondering if you are approved ?
Here are some of the evidences that you are approved by God:
Finally, allow these truths of God’s word to penetrate your heart. Shout it out to silence the lies of the enemies that say you are not enough. Stand up to the lies that one mistake defines you; it does not, for you are already approved by God, human approval is merely secondary.
#YOUAREAPPROVED# #IAM APPROVED# #GODHASAPPROVEDUS#
The word of God is mighty. Understanding that no one needs to belittle oneself for approval from fellow human when God Almighty approved you from the beginning. Thank you for a word in season. More grace and anointing.
Amen and amen. Our approval comes from God alone.
#YOUAREAPPROVED# # I AM APPROVED# #GODHASAPPROVEDUS#❤️👌👍
Yes, God has approved us….Hallelujah
Glory be to God for approving us.
Hallelujah….we are blessed and approved.
Amen. Thankful that the God of the universe loves and approves me. Thank you for the precious encouragement today Sister.
You are welcome sister. Its feels great to have God’s approval
I like this graphic. It really helps to remind me of who I am in Christ. It is easy to forget who you are after a day in the world. We need constant reinforcements of love from God.
Very true. We need constant reminders of our identity and approval in Christ.