For his Spirit joins with our spirit to affirm that we are God's children.
Romans 8:16
The greatest awareness we can possess is the settled knowledge that we are truly God's child. With that knowledge so many things are taken care of. With God as our heavenly father we experience all the blessings reserved for his children.
First of all, we experience his great love for us - a feeling of being wanted, accepted and cherished. With that comes the knowledge that we are protected and safe. No matter what happens, nothing can harm us - we are safe in his arms. He guides us with wisdom and gives the right answer for every situation. As a good father he disciplines us that we might grow and become more like him. As we rest in him, all needs are supplied.
Thank you, Lord, for the realization that I am your child. As I trust in you, may I experience the peace, rest and joy that are my birthright.
See how very much our Father loves us,
for he calls us his children,
and that is what we are!
1 John 3:1
