Does God accept me as I am?

All of us our born with a deep need to belong. We desire to be accepted just the way we are; no strings attached. Yet at times all we receive is a counterfeit of belonging; an opportunity to merely fit-in if we follow rules.

What does it mean in the Bible when God says I am?

"I am" is also used without a predicate nominative, which is not very common in Koine Greek, thus it is generally interpreted as a self-declaration by Jesus, identifying Himself as God.

Does God accept everybody?

Does God truly love all persons? Most Christians think the obvious answer to this question is, "Yes, of course he does!" Indeed, many Christians would agree that the very heart of the gospel is that God so loved the whole world that he gave his Son to make salvation available for every single person.

Does God want to hear me?

Prayer. First John 5:14 says, “This is the confidence we have in approaching God: that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us.” The power of prayer comes from faith in a powerful God.

Where does it say in the Bible come to me as you are?

Matthew 11:28-29

He said, no matter how grievous the sin you've committed, come to me, and I will give you rest. He was not talking to only the righteous. Jesus said, “all you who are weary and burdened.” Therefore, if you live in sin, God is willing to accept you back.

Why Would God Ever Accept Me?

What does the Bible say about tattoos?

But in the ancient Middle East, the writers of the Hebrew Bible forbade tattooing. Per Leviticus 19:28, “You shall not make gashes in your flesh for the dead, or incise any marks on yourselves.” Historically, scholars have often understood this as a warning against pagan practices of mourning.

What does it mean to come as you are?

An invitation to attend something without making changes to or otherwise hiding your usual or natural self.

Does God hear my cry?

God absolutely responds to the tears of everyone! The trials and tribulations of this world can certainly bring us to tears. In times like these, we can find strength, solace, and comfort by crying out to God in prayer. He is there to ease our sorrows and help us to deal with pain and suffering.

What happens when we pray constantly to God?

God, our loving Heavenly Father, wants us to communicate with Him through prayer. He always listens to us when we pray. Daily prayer can bless you, your family, and those you pray for. It can also invite more peace into your life, help you learn more about God's plan for you, and more.

How do I get God to hear me?

Does everyone get into heaven?

Many people speak as if everyone will make it to heaven. There is a prevailing though that all you have to do is be born, and then die, and you will be admitted to into paradise. A popular Christian pastor and author declared a few years back that love wins in the end, and that no one actually goes to hell.

Does God forgive all sins?

All sins shall be forgiven, except the sin against the Holy Ghost; for Jesus will save all except the sons of perdition. What must a man do to commit the unpardonable sin? He must receive the Holy Ghost, have the heavens opened unto him, and know God, and then sin against him.

Does God love the sinner?

Are we to hate the sinner as well? The simple answer is "no". Jesus tells us to love our enemies. This is the same word that Paul uses in Romans 5 to tell us how God demonstrated His love by offering His son for HIs enemies.

Who does God's word say I am?

“I am the vine; you are the branches. The one who remains in me and I in him produces much fruit, because you can do nothing without me” (John 15:5).

Is Yahweh the same as I am?

Of course these are two different forms of the same word, but they represent two distinct "names". The God who calls himself "I AM" is the God who is to be addressed by the people of Israel as "HE IS". But neither of these sounds like a name in translation.

What is Jesus real name?

Jesus' name in Hebrew was “Yeshua” which translates to English as Joshua.

When you pray believe that you will receive?

The scripture verse on this Bible is "Whatever you ask for in prayer believe that you have received it, and it will be yours, Mark 11:24.

What happens when we pray in tongues?

When you pray in tongues, your spirit is in direct contact with God, Who is Spirit. When you speak in tongues, you are talking to Him by divine supernatural means.

Why is prayer so powerful?

Prayer also energizes the heart of a believer through the power of the Spirit. Consistent prayer also releases the power of God's blessing on your life and circumstances. Jesus said, “When you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray to your Father, who is unseen.

What happens if you cry in front of God?

When tears come from your eyes while doing meditation or recitation, it means that God is giving you a sign. That means that you have made a connection with the God whose meditation or worship you are reciting and your worship is also successful.

Does God protect us while we sleep?

He guards our hearts and protects our minds against any attack of the enemy. This verse also shows us that we don't have to wait until nighttime to face our worries. We can turn to God in bold, thankful prayer all throughout the day to prepare ourselves for a peaceful night's sleep!

How can I come to God?

What does Isaiah 1/18 mean?

In Isaiah 1:18, the words scarlet and crimson refer to red colors that come from certain dyes. Ancient cultures placed great importance on dyes, especially those used for sacred or ceremonial purposes, such as burial clothing or purification rituals (see Leviticus 14:6).

Did it ever snow in the Bible?

We find snow in the Bible 24 times with three times describing the white appearance of leprosy (Ex 4:6; Num 12:10; and 2 Ki 5:27). II Samuel 23:20 describes how Benaiah, the son of Johoiada slew a lion in the time of snow.