ENTRY# 041626
APRIL 16, 2026, THURSDAY Entry: 11:17am, Fairview QC
VERSE OF THE DAY: 2 CORINTHIANS 5:21 For God made Christ, who never sinned, to be the offering for our sin, so that we could be made right with God through Christ.
FINDING WORTH IN CHRIST One of humanity's deepest pursuits is finding our identity-we want to know who we are! It's often tempting to seek definition and significance in a world that offers a myriad of labels. But when ew chase validation in temporary sources, hoping they'll define us, we only find fleeting satisfaction.
In 2 Corinthians 5:21, Paul describes an eternal identity gifted to us by Christ. Jesus took on the weight of all sin-absorbing its penalty- without ever sinning Himself. He did this so that we might be reconciles to God with a new identity defined by Christ's righteousness, not our own and not from this world. Christ has sacrificially given us a new identity and purpose.
Our yearning for identity can only find its fulfillment in Christ. We are recipients of His righteousness. And in Him, our identity is forever secure.
Consider today how this truth shapes your sense of worth. Are you seeking worldly validation, or are you resting in Jesus' righteousness? How might recognizing your identity in Christ transform how you view yourself and interact with the world?
REFLECTION Jesus has already done the work -replacing your sin and shame with His salvation and Spirit. Take a moment to thank Him for loving you that much.
SHARE YOUR FAITH Others can't know about God's free gift of grace unless someone tells them. Today, be bold in sharing your faith. He is with you!
God, thank You for Your sacrifice on the cross. You took what should have been my punishment upon Your Son. Thank You for grace and redemption. Help me to reflect those qualities to those around me. In Jesus' name, Amen.