no fairy tale

 “At one time we too were foolish, disobedient, deceived and enslaved by all kinds of passions and pleasures. We lived in malice and envy, being hated and hating one another. But when the kindness and love of God our Savior appeared, he saved us, not because of righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy.

“He saved us through the washing of rebirth and renewal by the Holy Spirit, whom he poured out on us generously through Jesus Christ our Savior, so that, having been justified by his grace, we might become heirs having the hope of eternal life." Titus 3:3-7

Heir: a person legally entitled to the property or rank of another on that person's death, a person inheriting and continuing the legacy of a predecessor

My Abba,

Thank you so much for entering into relationship with me through your divine provision. Thank you for not leaving me to my own devices. Thank you for reminding me that you loved me when I was foolish, disobedient, deceived, enslaved, envious and hateful.

Not exactly an attractive relationship profile. Especially since you happen to be perfect. I don’t think we would be considered an obvious match on one of those dating websites. Thank you I did not have to enhance my image and embellish my accomplishments for you to choose me. I am no prize. But you are!

You brought everything to the table. I brought nothing. All you ask me to do is accept your offer. What an amazing transaction!

I am imagining my husband telling me about a business arrangement structured in such a one-sided way in his favor. That would be considered an outlandish fairy tale. And yet, you have provided for me in that way.

Please continue to press this delightful truth into every crevice of my heart and mind. I want to live as an heir carrying your legacy.

I love you,

Mollie

My child,

When I adopted you into my family, I made you a rightful heir of living hope and eternal life through Christ’s death for your sin. I have given you an unparalleled legacy. I have washed and made you new by my Holy Spirit, whom I poured out generously.

I created you and know you. The real you. The beloved one you don’t even fully know yourself. I love you with my flawless, infinite, forever love. I could never base my love on your flaws and assets. I love you whether you are naughty or nice. But now that you have the Holy Spirit to empower you, I don’t want you to live in the prison of sin from which I rescued you. I want much more for you than that intolerable survival.

I want you to live each day from my well of living water. I want to pour out my Spirit in you without measure. I am always ready, willing and able to supply everything you need to live this life with me.

Let me renew your heart, mind and body today with my endless love. This is no fairy tale.

I love you,
Abba

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