The Father's Menu

The Father's Menu

Apostle Dr. Richard Udoh

Friday, March 15, 2024

EMBRACING THE BEAUTIFUL IDENTITY CHRIST DECLARES FOR YOU

The scripture begins with a compelling directive: "Behold." This powerful word calls us to "see" and understand the depth of the change that occurs when we are in Christ. Similar emphasis is found in 2 Corinthians 5:17, underlining the concept that in Christ, all things become new.

This imperative "see" is reminiscent of the Hebrew word "chazah," used in the Old Testament, suggesting a prophetic vision that goes beyond the natural sight. Christ wants us to see beyond the physical realm, urging us to recognize our strength, health, righteousness, and prosperity through the eyes of the Spirit.

What we perceive matters significantly. The text encourages us to visualize the overwhelming love lavished upon us by God, making us His beloved, as Ephesians 1:6 emphasizes, "...He has made us accepted in the Beloved." This divine acceptance eradicates fear and condemnation from our lives. The Word of God, the True Light, beckons us to see that we are loved, never abandoned, and equipped with His presence to triumphantly navigate life.

Confession:

In gratitude, I declare that I am blessed and prosperous. I walk in sound health, possessing the mind of Christ. I am highly favored of the Lord, the glory of God, with my steps ordered by Him. I am not useless; I am the answer to the cry of my generation! Hallelujah!

Further Reading:

2 Corinthians 5:17 - "Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new."

Genesis 13:14-15 - "After Lot had gone, the Lord said to Abram, 'Look as far as you can see in every direction—north and south, east and west. I am giving all this land, as far as you can see, to you and your descendants as a permanent possession.'"

Read through the bible in 1 year: Numbers 22:21-23:30 Luke 1:57-80 Psalm 58:1-11 Proverbs 11:12-13

Read through the bible in 2 years: Ez 34 & Ps 67