Daniel Moore: 0:13
Our identity is not meant to be centered solely on ourselves, but on our relationship with God. Apart from God, it is impossible to fully understand who we are and realize our true potential. It is impossible to fully understand who we are and realize our true potential. Our identity is deeply intertwined with his character, love and purpose for our lives. We are created in his image and our true selves are revealed as we align ourselves with his will and his truth.
Daniel Moore: 0:40
This week, on Connecting the Gap, we are continuing our series on feeling unqualified. This week, on Connecting the Gap, we are continuing our series on feeling unqualified as we get into part five. We'll be back with that right after this. And a word from our sponsor. They say that it is darkest right before the dawn. So remember, no matter what battle you are facing, what war is raging, the dawn is coming. Prepare for battle, prepare for victory. Be sure to visit our sponsor's website at wearewarriorsapparelcom. Welcome to Connecting the Gap. I'm Daniel Moore, your host. Thank you for joining us this week. If you're not familiar with our show, check out our website, wwwconnectingthegapnet, for all of our platforms, our YouTube and Rumble links, and we are also on the Christian podcasting app, edify. You can also visit us on social at facebookcom, forward slash ctgaponline. If you're a fan of our show, please subscribe and feel free to leave a comment on our platforms. Give us a thumbs up or at least a five-star review on Apple Podcasts. We'd be eternally grateful to you for doing that and we hope that you continue to enjoy each episode as we release them here on Connecting the Gap. Well, as I stated here earlier in the intro, we are in part five of our 12-part series on feeling unqualified, and this week we're going to be continuing that with this week's episode, how to Be your Selfie.
Daniel Moore: 2:58
After March 9th of 2002, the woman named Michelle Humphrey was no more. Why is that? Because that was the day that I took her as my wife and the day I have termed the greatest day of my life. That happened when she became Michelle Moore. You know, I know she got the short end of the stick, but she loves me anyway, at least she says she does. Well, what happened when my wife took my name and added it to hers? She didn't just get a new driver's license or social security card, she didn't just trade in a harder to spell last name for a super easy one. We became one with each other. Our limited liability company merged together. In a sense, everything about us that used to be separate is now together. The money we make goes together. The things that we now purchase are ours together. We go on trips and we travel together. Everything about us that we do now we do it together.
Daniel Moore: 4:02
1 John 4, verse 17 says In this world we are like Jesus. When we become a Christian, we are united with Christ in a deep and awesome way. We take on his name, his character and his identity. Just as a spouse takes on their partner's name, such as Michelle took on mine in marriage, their partner's name, such as Michelle, took on mine in marriage we take on the name of Jesus when we commit our lives to Him. On the day we became a Christian, we give ourselves fully to Jesus, surrendering our will and our desires to Him. In exchange, he gives us all of Himself His love, his grace, his forgiveness and His Spirit. We become one with Him, indwelt by His presence and empowered by His strength. As a result, we begin to mirror Jesus in our thoughts, words and actions. We become more like Him in character and conduct. We bear His name and represent Him to the world around us Through this intimate union with Christ, we are blessed with all the spiritual blessings that he has to offer. We are heirs of God and co-heirs with Christ, sharing in His inheritance and His glory. What Jesus has, we have—the forgiveness of sins, eternal life, abundant blessings beyond measure. We are truly like Him and we possess all that he has to offer. We walk in the fullness of our identity as children of God, mirroring the love and light of Christ to a world in need of his salvation. As he is, so are we. Everything changed the day that we took his name.
Daniel Moore: 5:46
You know I'm sure you've heard of the Ten Commandments. You might even have a few of them memorized. If you went to a Christian school, like I did, you may have all of them memorized. They were ten laws that God gave Moses in the form of a stone tablet that God wrote on with his finger. They were laws that Moses was to share with the Israelites about the way they were to live after being released from Egypt. Don't worship other gods, don't make idols, don't work on the Sabbath, obey your parents, don't kill people. Don't sleep with people you aren't married to. Don't take things that aren't yours, tell the truth and don't covet. I mean that was all the good stuff right. We even follow a lot of those rules and the laws we follow today, as most of us would agree with these laws. If you're accounting, though, you will see that I skipped one.
Daniel Moore: 6:38
It's the one that was so confusing and the most misunderstood as I was growing up. It is the one that is Exodus 20, verse 7. You shall not take the name of your Lord God in vain, for the Lord will not hold him guiltless who takes his name in vain. I was always told that this commandment has a very limited and specific application. It basically boils down to not saying oh my God when you are shocked or excited. It means not saying Jesus Christ when you smash your big toe with a hammer or lose a toenail, or some jerk cuts you off in traffic. As a kid, and even into my early adult years, I could never wrap my head around why this whole God's name in vain thing was such a big deal. Of all the commandments and laws that God could have included, why was this one so important that it made the top 10?
Daniel Moore: 7:34
If you've been a Christian for very long, or even maybe went to a strict Christian school, you've probably seen that the application of this commandment can get very out of control. For example, when I was a kid, my well-meaning school teachers and even my parents would get so worked up for what they would call an inappropriate use of slang expressions of the quote-unquote Lord's name in vain Words like gosh, golly, gee and geez would get you detention time and even a paddle. If you were a repeat offender, you might even get a bar of Irish spring soap stuck in your mouth and stood in the corner. When you get home, I've seen people get completely upset and call you out on social media before for using OMG. In all seriousness, using God's name respectfully in conversation is a good starting point. That is something that I do totally agree with.
Daniel Moore: 8:28
But this commandment is about far more than how we use God's name in a sentence or a text. It's about how you take His name as a way of life and apply it sincerely to the way that we are supposed to live as Christians. This is how the Hebrews would have understood it. We have to stop and think. Do I bear his name with honor and appropriately, or do I bear it in vain, not taking his name seriously in how I live? Does the life I live reflect his identity or do I live as if I have never given my life to him, never took his name as my own or never? Thing was almost easy to take as a threat. It was always made for me to think that all God was focused on was my behavior. It almost made us feel like a child in Walmart, misbehaving and having your parent grab you by the ear and lean down and whisper threats, while putting on a plastic smile to hide the fire and brimstone. It's like those times we warned our kids you better not embarrass me in public. You can almost imagine God saying you better act and talk like me and represent me properly.
Daniel Moore: 9:41
When we consider the commandment about taking the Lord's name in vain in relation to our words and identities, it becomes evidence that our actions play a lesser role in comparison. The significance of this commandment is directly connected to how we speak about ourselves and how we view our identities. God's name is I Am, reflecting His eternal and unchanging nature. Therefore, when we take His name and replace I Am with a third word that contradicts what God says about us, we are essentially misusing His name. For instance, if we say I am pathetic, we are not aligning ourselves with the truth of who God says we are. God responds to us with the truth that in God says we are. God responds to us with the truth that in Him we are powerful, not pathetic. Our true identity is found in Him, and when we speak negatively about ourselves, we are disregarding the power and authority of God's name within us. In essence, when we allow our negative self-perceptions to override the truth of God's identity within us, we are treating His name as empty and hollow. By misusing His name in this way, we are failing to acknowledge the power and potential that resides in us as His children. This is actually very revolutionary. It is not a threat to beat us into obedience. It is God giving us permission to act like who we really are. In Him, god is giving us the gift of identity His identity, his sufficiency and His qualifications. God wants to give you your name in your situation, in your weakness and in your need, but you have to take it and you have to learn to use it. Our identity starts with and depends on, god's identity.
Daniel Moore: 11:29
Aw Tozer wrote what comes into our minds when we think about God is the most important thing about us. You know, god defines us. He fills in the blanks of who we are. Not only is it impossible to separate who we are from who God is, but it is also dangerous. Jl Packer warned in his book Knowing God, the world becomes a strange, mad, painful place and life in it a disappointing and unpleasant business for those who do not know about God. Disregard the study of God and you sentence yourself to stumble and blunder through life, blindfolded as it were, with no sense of direction and no understanding of what surrounds you. This way you can waste your life and lose your soul. You know, the idea we can find ourselves without first finding God is a false hope, because our true identity is intricately linked to our relationship with Him.
Daniel Moore: 12:27
Many terms in our culture focus on the self, such as self-help or self-esteem, self-discovery, self-fulfillment, self-improvement, self-acceptance, improvement, self-acceptance. While these concepts may seem positive on the surface, the common thread of self-reliance and self-focus can actually lead us away from our true identity and purpose. The common problem in all of these descriptions is the word self. Our identity is not meant to be centered solely on ourselves, but on our relationship with God. Apart from God, it is impossible to fully understand who we are and realize our true potential. Our identity is deeply intertwined with His character, love and purpose for our lives. We are created in His image and our true selves are revealed as we align ourselves with His will and His truth.
Daniel Moore: 13:20
In a culture that often prioritizes individualism and self-reliance, the concept that our identity is intimately bound to God may not always be popular. However, it is crucial for our spiritual growth and fulfillment. When we seek to find ourselves apart from God, we risk creating a distorted and incomplete picture of who we are. Instead of focusing solely on self-improvement or self-discovery, we should turn to God as the ultimate source of our identity and purpose. By seeking Him first, we can gain a clearer understanding of who we are meant to be and fulfill our true potential in His kingdom.
Daniel Moore: 14:00
Our identity is not found in self-centered pursuits, but in our relationship with the Creator, who knows us intimately and loves us unconditionally. When you discover who God is, you discover who you are. In 1 Corinthians 13, verse 12, it says For now we see only a reflection, as in a mirror. Then we shall see face to face. Now I know in part, then I shall know fully, even as I am fully known. When we come to know who we truly are in the eyes of God, we are liberated from the burdens of insecurity and the need for self-promotion that often characterizes society. The struggle of trying to measure up and qualify based on worldly standards fades away as we realize that our true identity is found in being fully known and accepted by a patient, kind and omniscient God.
Daniel Moore: 14:54
The key to unlocking the truth of our identity lies in the affirmation I am known. This recognition that we are fully known by God, who sees us completely and understands us intimately, allows us to let go of the facades and masks that we may have constructed in our efforts to fit in or to conform to societal expectations. We no longer need to strive to prove ourselves or seek validation from others, because we are embraced and cherished by the one who knows us better than anyone else. When we view ourselves through the lens of God's love and acceptance, we can experience true freedom to be ourselves authentically. We are no longer constrained by the demands of comparison or the pressure to perform. Instead, we can rest in the knowledge that we are treasured and valued just as we are. Any other perspective or window through which we view ourselves will only distort the true picture of who we are. Only by accepting and embracing the fact that we are fully known by God can we step into the freedom and confidence that comes from recognizing our identity in Him.
Daniel Moore: 16:03
So if discovering God's identity is so important, how do we find out who God is? How can we comprehend the invisible, eternal, all-powerful, all-knowing Creator of the entire universe? How do we relate to the God who bends time and space and gravity to His will? How do we relate to the God who bends time and space and gravity to his will, especially when there are infinite interpretations that often violently contradict one another? It sounds intimidating, but it doesn't have to be. When it comes to God, we don't have to look very hard. He revealed himself in Jesus.
Daniel Moore: 16:43
In John 8, verse 58, jesus declared to the Jews this statement directly connects Jesus with the name that God used when speaking to Moses in Exodus 3.14. When Moses asked God who he should say sent him, god replied by using the same name I am. That God revealed to Moses thousands of years earlier. Jesus was making a firm declaration about his identity. He was not simply trying to be confusing or mysterious. Rather, he was explicitly stating that he is God. Jesus was revealing to be the same eternal, self-existing God who had revealed himself to Moses. In Jewish tradition, the name I Am was considered sacred. It was understood to be a representation of God's eternal and unchanging nature. By identifying himself with this sacred name, jesus was asserting his divine nature and equating himself with God.
Daniel Moore: 17:47
In Matthew 16, verses 13-18, we see a pivotal moment in Jesus' ministry. When he was in intimate conversation about his identity with Simon Peter, jesus asked his disciples who do people say that the Son of man is Well? The disciples respond with various answers indicating the opinions circulating among the people. Jesus then poses a more personal question, directed to the disciples by asking but what about you? Who do you say that I am? Well? Simon Peter, speaking on behalf of the disciples, confidently declares Simon Peter's response indicates a deep understanding and recognition of Jesus' true identity.
Daniel Moore: 18:36
By acknowledging Jesus as the Messiah and the Son of the living God, peter affirms the divinity and mission of Jesus. This confession of faith is a pivotal moment in Peter's relationship with Jesus and signifies his belief in the unique role that Jesus plays in God's plan for salvation. Jesus affirms Peter's declaration stating Blessed are you, simon, son of Jonah, for this was not revealed to you by flesh and blood, but by my Father in heaven. Peter declaration stating this acknowledgement shows the divine revelation behind Peter's confession and underscores the spiritual insight granted to him by God. Following Peter's confession, jesus further confirms Peter's role in his mission by declaring and I tell you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of Hades will not overcome it. Jesus uses Peter's name, which means rock, as a symbol of the foundation upon which the church will be built the confession of Jesus as the Messiah, the Son of the living God. In this conversation, jesus emphasizes the Messiah, the Son of the Living God. In this conversation, jesus emphasizes the significance of one's understanding of his identity. Peter's recognition of Jesus as the Messiah not only deepens his personal relationship with Jesus, but also establishes the foundation on which the church will be built. This interaction solidifies the importance of acknowledging Jesus' true identity and embracing Him as the Son of God and Savior of the world.
Daniel Moore: 20:15
So who do you say that Jesus is? It's life's biggest question. Getting this question right is both the essence of salvation and the starting point for a lifelong journey. We are saved when we come to know and believe in Jesus as our Lord and Savior. But that is only the beginning of our relationship with Him. Knowing God as he is is paramount to finding out why he made us and who he means for us to be. And that question leads us to a second question who do you say that you are? In that moment in Matthew 16, 18, when Simon correctly identified who Jesus was, jesus identified who Simon was. I tell you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church. Peter's understanding of himself shifted from being just a fisherman from Bethesda to being a foundational rock in the establishment of the church. Jesus' declaration of Peter as rock not only changed Peter's identity, but also his destiny and purpose. That's what Petros or Peter means in Greek. Before I was Simon, now I am Rock.
Daniel Moore: 21:23
By acknowledging Jesus as the Messiah, peter recognized the truth of who Jesus was. In return, jesus revealed the truth of who Peter was meant to be. This demonstrates the transformative power of the confession of truth and the importance of aligning our identity with God's truth. Suddenly, peter had a hope and a future. He could see the man he really was and who he was becoming, because Jesus changed his third word. Similarly, god desires to show us our true identity and potential in Him. He wants to reveal to us that we are valued, loved and capable of fulfilling our purpose in His kingdom.
Daniel Moore: 22:03
Just as Peter's confession led to a new understanding of himself, our confession of faith in God can lead to a deeper revelation of who we are meant to be in Christ. What is sobering is that many of us may have a correct understanding of the theological aspects of who Jesus is, but we fail to make the connection between his identity and our own. We may know the right doctrines and beliefs, but fail to apply them to our lives and our behavior. This disconnect between knowing about Jesus and truly being in a relationship with him can lead to a superficial faith that lacks transformative power. We're going to take a break here for a moment in this week's episode of Connecting the Gap. When we come back, we'll continue part five of our series on feeling unqualified how to be yourselfy. We'll be back right after this.
chataboutjesus.com: 23:02
We're born on this planet, we walk its surface, we make it better in some ways and worse in other ways. But here on Earth a lot of us don't feel like we're really home. In our quiet moments we ponder surely there's got to be a better place? Well, the Bible teaches that there is an eternal home called heaven. It's not a state of mind, but it's really a place. Years ago, christopher Columbus sailed the Atlantic looking for land on the other side of the earth. He discovered land and upon returning to Spain, he said there is a land out yonder and I've been there. I want you to know that Jesus rose from the dead and taught that there is a land in eternity and that he's there right now waiting for you. Jesus Christ wants you to join him in heaven. To learn how to do that and have a personal relationship with Jesus, just call 888-NEED-HIM or go to chataboutjesuscom.
Daniel Moore: 24:22
Welcome back to Connecting the Gap podcast. I'm Daniel Moore, your host, and we're in the second half of this week's episode, as we're going to wind up this week and we are talking on how to be your selfie. You know, taking the name of Jesus in vain does not necessarily mean using it in a profane or disrespectful way. It can also refer to claiming to be a follower of Christ but not embodying His teachings and character in our daily lives. When we fail to allow the truth of who Jesus is to permeate every aspect of our being, we miss out on the fullness of what it means to be a Christian. Being saved and having a ticket to heaven is only the beginning of our journey with Christ. It is essential to align our identity with our Savior's and to allow His name to transform our present reality. Without embracing the truth of who we are in Christ, we may continue to feel lost, confused and unfulfilled. Here in our journey on this earth, it is important to not only confess who Jesus is, but also to confess and live out who we are in Him, allowing His name to shape our thoughts, words and actions. As we journey through life, we often find that our third words or the way that we define ourselves are not big enough. We may settle for a mediocre identity because it seems more believable or achievable, or because we think it's all we deserve. It seems more believable or achievable, or because we think it's all we deserve. However, god's plans for us are far greater and more magnificent than we can imagine. By settling for less, we limit ourselves from experiencing the fullness of what God has in store for us. The truth is, when we fully grasp and believe in the magnitude of Jesus' sacrifice for us, it transforms our identity. Understanding that His sacrifice paid for our guilt and shame once and for all, bringing us into God's family as beloved sons and daughters with full rights and privileges, should impact the way we view ourselves and live our lives. God's love for us is unconditional and unwavering. He loves us deeply, regardless of our actions or failures. When we truly believe in this love and in the identity that God has given us as His children, we are called to live in alignment with that truth. It is time to let go of self-imposed limitations and to live in the fullness of our identity in Christ, embracing the abundant life and purpose that comes with bearing His name. If you believe all of that, then it is time to live like it.
Daniel Moore: 26:57
Our words and phrases often fall short in capturing the fullness of who we are in Christ. We tend to use language that is too small, too limited, too conditional and too apologetic when describing ourselves and our capabilities, and this may stem from a lack of understanding or belief in the expansive and unconditional love and power of God. God desires to exceed our expectations and break through the constraints that we place on ourselves. Instead of focusing on our limitations and shortcomings, we are called to listen to and align ourselves with what God says about our lives. His plans and purposes for us far surpass our own understanding and self-imposed labels. It is important to shift our mindset from self-limiting language to embracing the limitless possibilities that come with surrendering to God's will. Rather than dwelling on who we are not and what we cannot do, we are challenged to trust in God's promises and allow Him to work through us in ways that surpass our wildest dreams. By letting go of self-imposed labels and restrictions, we open ourselves up to the transformative power of God's presence and guidance in our lives. God longs to work in and through us, using our unique gifts and talents for His glory. It is time to relinquish control trust in God's plans and allow Him to move in extraordinary ways within us and through us.
Daniel Moore: 28:24
When we find ourselves in situations where we have made mistakes and feel like we are falling short in various aspects of our lives, it can be easy to spiral into self-doubt and feelings of unworthiness. Whether we are facing financial struggles, relationship issues, professional failures or missed opportunities, it is important to remember that, no matter how broken or flawed we may feel, god's love and acceptance are constant and unwavering. It is natural to question whether God can still find us pleasing or acceptable when we are struggling with our humanity and imperfections. However, the beauty of God's grace is that it extends to us in our brokenness and in our moments of failure. God's love is not conditional on our ability to be perfect or have it all together. He sees us in our mess and extends His hand of forgiveness, redemption and restoration. While we may feel disqualified or inadequate, god's grace is more than sufficient to cover our shortcomings. It is through our weaknesses and vulnerabilities that God's strength is made perfect. We are reminded in 2 Corinthians 12 9 that God's power is made perfect in our weaknesses. In moments of despair and self-doubt, it is crucial to hold on to the truth that God's love is unconditional, his forgiveness is boundless and His grace is more than enough to cover our mistakes and shortcomings. We can rest in the assurance that God sees us as beloved children worthy of redemption and restoration, no matter how broken or flawed we may feel, it is in our humanity that God's love shines brightest, offering hope and healing in the midst of our brokenness.
Daniel Moore: 30:06
If it's hard for you to believe that God could love and accept you, try thinking about Jesus' opinion of you. After all, jesus came to reveal God's heart. So what Jesus thinks about you is what God thinks about you. If you read the Gospels, it doesn't take long to realize that Jesus was really good at loving and helping problematic people. I mean, look at his life, look at the people he talked to and ate with and hung out with. Look at how he reacted to sin. This is how he reacts to you and that is what he thinks about you. Jesus came to put hands and feet on God's love for broken people. Jesus loved to be with mean people. Love for broken people. Jesus loved to be with mean people, selfish people, addicted people and bad people. He wasn't turned off by the mess or the stench. I mean? Remember the woman that was caught in adultery?
Daniel Moore: 30:59
In John 8, the religious leaders brought a woman caught in adultery to Jesus, trying to trap him. According to the law of Moses, she should be stoned to death him. According to the law of Moses, she should be stoned to death. They were testing Jesus to see if he would uphold the law or show mercy. Well, instead of condemning the woman, jesus knelt down and started writing in the sand, ignoring the accusations against her. When the leaders continued to question him, jesus challenged them by saying let any one of you who is without sin be the first to throw a stone at her. With this simple statement, jesus turned the situation around. He showed that we are all sinners in need of forgiveness and grace. The religious leaders, realizing their own guilt, quietly walked away. Jesus then told the woman neither do I condemn you. Go now and leave your life of sin. In this act of mercy and forgiveness, jesus demonstrated his love for the woman and his desire for her to turn away from her sin and live a new life. This interaction with the woman caught in adultery is just one example of how Jesus loved and showed compassion towards those who were considered societal outcasts or sinners. He did not judge or condemn them, but instead offered them forgiveness and a chance to start anew, and this is the same love and grace that Jesus extends to us today.
Daniel Moore: 32:26
I can't overstate the significance of Jesus' treatment of this woman and her sin. It was the polar opposite of how the Jews expected God to react. Jesus' reaction to the adulterous woman completely contradicted the expectations of the Jews, because he did not condemn or judge her, as they expected. Instead, he showed her compassion and forgiveness. This was a shocking and radical response to the woman's sin, as the Jews believed that God's judgment and punishment were inevitable for those who committed such acts. Jesus' actions demonstrated that God's love and mercy are greater than his judgment and condemnation. He showed that he came to save and redeem sinners, not to condemn them. This was a powerful message that challenged the legalistic and harsh attitudes of the religious leaders of the time.
Daniel Moore: 33:18
In this story, jesus revealed a different aspect of God's character, one of grace and forgiveness. He showed that God is not only a God of holiness and righteousness. Forgiveness he showed that God is not only a God of holiness and righteousness, but also a God of compassion and mercy. By forgiving the adulterous woman, jesus exemplified the message of redemption and hope that he came to bring to humanity. How does Jesus react to our sin? Well, the same way he reacted in this instance he defends us, he protects us, he dispels our accusers and he gives us hope that we can live differently in the future.
Daniel Moore: 33:56
What is fascinating about the story of the adulterous woman is that we do not even know her name. She is often simply referred to as quote-unquote the woman caught in adultery, a label that forever defines her by her biggest mistake. In the eyes of many, this label reduces her identity to a single act of sin, overshadowing any other aspect of her life or character. However, despite being known to us only as the woman caught in adultery, jesus did not see her in the same way. He did not define her by her sin or label her based on her mistakes. Instead, he showed her compassion, forgiveness and dignity as a fellow human being. It reminds me of the quote that I have posted to my monitor on my computer at work Satan knows you by your name, but calls you by your sin. God knows you by your sin, but calls you by your name.
Daniel Moore: 34:53
Jesus' response to the woman challenges the way we often perceive and treat others based on their sins and shortcomings. It reminds us that God does not define us by our mistakes, but sees us as valuable and worthy of love and forgiveness. But sees us as valuable and worthy of love and forgiveness. Just as Jesus did not identify the woman by her sin, we should strive to see others through a lens of grace and compassion, recognizing their inherent worth and potential for redemption. We are not saying that mistakes do not matter or that sin is not a serious issue.
Daniel Moore: 35:26
Sin is indeed terrible and has real consequences in our lives and in the world and in our eternity. Loss, failure and tragedy can cause immense pain and suffering. However, it is important to remember that God's ultimate desire is not to condemn us for our sins, but to save us from them. In John 3.17 it says, for God did not send His Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the from them. In John 3, 17, it says, for God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through him. This verse emphasizes the purpose of Jesus coming to earth not to judge and condemn us for our sins, but to offer us salvation and redemption through his sacrifice on the cross. When we look at how Jesus loved people, how he showed compassion, forgiveness and grace to sinners, we can see a model for how we should approach others in our own lives. We should strive to emulate Jesus' love and mercy, extending kindness and understanding to those who have made mistakes or are struggling with sin. By allowing God's love to fill our hearts and guide our actions, we can offer hope and healing to those in need, just as Jesus did during his time on earth. This does not mean excusing sin or ignoring its consequences, but it does mean showing love and compassion to others in their times of need, just as we have received from God.
Daniel Moore: 36:47
When you come face to face with your failure, it's far too easy to give up on yourself, to accept the labels and limits and lids that your past might seem to require. I am sinful, I am unfaithful, I am addicted, I am disgraceful, I am unworthy. But in Christ, your accusers are gone and the one whose opinion matters the most stands before you. A smile on his face and tenderness in his eyes. He tells you there is hope, there is a future, you can live a different kind of life, you can become the person that he meant for you to be. You can become the person that he meant for you to be.
Daniel Moore: 37:32
Well, that's going to wrap up this week's episode of Connecting the Gap here in our series on feeling unqualified. Thank you, guys, for joining us this week as we continue through this series. I'm Daniel Moore and I appreciate you listening. This show really wouldn't be possible without you. If you're a fan of the show, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts and please subscribe to us on your favorite platform. The links for all of those are in the show notes. You can also visit our website, connectingthegapnet, and we've actually been putting the transcripts for this series on our website, so if you're interested in that, you can go check that out as well. Well, I'm out of here and, as we always say, until next week. We believe that God's Word never fails us. God's Word has stood the test of time and through Jesus' death on the cross, he has connected the gap.
Aria: 38:16
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