In this second episode of the Identity series, we move from why receiving is hard to how we actually learn to receive. Mo shares a personal story from her teenage years that revealed her struggle to accept even simple compliments — a struggle that mirrors how many of us approach God’s grace.

This episode explores what we truly receive in Christ — His rest, His glory, and intimate relationship — and why learning to receive is not just for our own healing, but essential to loving others well. As Jesus said, “Freely you have received; freely give.” If we have not learned to receive freely from God, we will struggle to give freely to others.

This is an invitation to stop striving, rest in Christ’s finished work, and practice opening the door of your heart to receive what God has already given.

In This Episode, You’ll Hear:

• Mo’s personal story about learning to take a compliment
• What it means to receive Christ’s finished work rather than strive
• Why receiving is relational, not transactional (John 1:12)
• What we receive in Christ: His rest, His glory, and intimate relationship
• Why receiving is difficult — and holy
• How “Freely you have received; freely give” (Matthew 10:8) shapes our ability to love others

Key Takeaway:

Learning to receive is not just about your own healing — it shapes how you love, serve, and give to others. We receive freely so that we can give freely.

Signature Truth from This Episode:

“My identity is not something I achieve — it’s something I receive in Christ.”

Today’s Step:

Practice opening the door to receive one small gift today — a compliment, help, kindness, or even a quiet moment of rest. Resist the urge to deflect or return it. Simply say, “Thank you.”

Later, ask God:

“Where am I still working instead of resting in Your finished work?”

Closing Prayer:

Father God,

We confess that receiving can be hard for us. Sometimes we are more comfortable striving than resting, and more willing to work than trust.

Thank You that Your love is safe. Thank You that Your gifts are freely given. Thank You that Your finished work is enough.

Teach us how to receive — not just with our minds, but with our hearts. Help us open the door when You knock. Help us rest in what You have already done and live from Your grace instead of our effort.

We surrender our striving to You today and choose to receive Your peace, Your presence, and Your love.

In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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