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What does the Bible say about acceptance in Christ?

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The Bible teaches that in Christ, believers are accepted as sons, not as servants, and are received with the same love as Jesus.

The Apostle Paul, in his letter to Philemon, highlights how Onesimus, a runaway slave, is embraced as a brother in Christ rather than merely a servant. This acceptance is a rich gospel truth that illustrates how God receives sinners. Just as Onesimus was welcomed for Paul's sake, believers today are accepted by God not for their own worth but through the merits of Christ. In Ephesians 1:6, it is declared that we are accepted in the beloved, emphasizing that our standing before God is anchored in Jesus and His work, not our performance.
Scripture References: Ephesians 1:6, Philemon 1:15-16, Romans 5:10, Romans 9:16, John 1:13, John 15:16, Ecclesiastes 9:7, Ephesians 1:4-5, Ephesians 2:4-5, Romans 6:23

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Ephesians 1:6
J.C. Philpot · Nov 9, 2016
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