Life.Church with Craig Groeschel When You Don’t Feel Good Enough for God | Fear Not | Part 3
Dec 24, 2023
Ever felt like you don't measure up to God's love? This heartfelt discussion dives into why even the unlikeliest individuals, like shepherds, can feel unworthy. Explore how the Gospel reveals that acceptance from God can't be earned, but is given freely through faith in Christ. The message highlights that Jesus came for outcasts, ensuring no one is beyond His reach. Finally, there's an uplifting invitation for those feeling distant from God to embrace forgiveness and commence a new journey of faith.
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Angel Message: Fear Not, Good News For All
- Angels announce: 'Do not be afraid' three times in the Christmas story, signaling God's calming presence amid fear.
- The angel brought universal good news: a Savior born for all people, offering joy and peace.
Why God Chose Shepherds
- Shepherds were social outcasts viewed as unclean and uneducated, so God's choice to tell them the news is striking.
- Their status highlights that God's message reaches people who feel unworthy, inadequate, and unloved.
Childhood Theft That Shaped Shame
- Craig Groeschel recounts stealing change as a child and being labeled 'a bad, bad, bad, bad boy.'
- That moment shaped long-term shame and illustrates how one event can warp self-worth.