An identity based in the one-way love of God does not take into account public opinion or, thankfully, even personal opinion.
Tullian TchividjianLong-term, gospel-motivate d obedience can only come from the grace of what Jesus has already done, not the guilt of what we must do.
Tullian TchividjianGrace is unconditional acceptance given to an undeserving person by an unobligated giver.
Tullian TchividjianGod is not interested in what you think you should be or feel. He is not interested in the narrative you construct for yourself, or that others construct for you. Rather, He is interested in you, the you who suffers, the you who inflicts suffering on others, the you who hides, the you who has bad days (and good ones). And He meets you where you are.
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