Breaking Shame’s Power
Wednesday January 23, 2019
Shame is a powerful emotion that repeatedly tells us we are worthless, unacceptable, unforgiveable, and have no place in a loving relationship. Pictures of embarrassing happenings tend to replay in our minds and intensify our shame. However, God stands ready to forgive what we have done and repair the harm caused to us and to others. The only way to rid ourselves of shame is to ask for and receive the forgiveness of God for our actions. When we accept Jesus’ death as payment for ALL our sins, God will work to bring restoration and healing where any event has caused harm.
He [Jesus] has come to do away with sin by offering himself. People have to die once. After that, God will judge them. In the same way, Christ was offered up once. He took away the sins of many people. (Hebrews 9:26-28 NIRV)
People who live in shame are bound up with fear. They build walls. They are terrified to get to know themselves. They wear a mask and live a role that does not reflect who they truly are. They constantly seek the approval of others. They are unable to live in a healthy mutual relationship because at the core of their being they believe they can never measure up.
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The Spirit that we received is not a spirit that makes us slaves again and causes us to fear. The Spirit that we have makes us God’s chosen children. And with that Spirit we cry out, “ Abba, Father.” And the Spirit himself speaks to our spirits and makes us sure that we are God’s children. (Romans 8:15-16 ERV)
Prayer: Lord Jesus, I admit that in the past I have done shameful things. Thank You that You died on the cross to take away my shame and the punishment for my sins. Because I accept Your death in my place, I believe I am free from all sin and have become a child of God. From this day forward, I choose to follow Your ways and rely on Your promises. Amen
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