SUNDAY CHOICE – JUST AS I AM – By Charles Schokman
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The phrase “just as I am” typically conveys a sense of self-acceptance and authenticity. It suggests a willingness to be accepted for who you are, without the need for pretense or change. This phrase is often associated with the idea of embracing one’s true self and being comfortable in one’s own skin. It can also imply a sense of honesty and transparency in relationships or interactions.
Just as I am—It’s Author.
At the age of 32, Charlotte Elliott suffered a serious illness that left her a semi-invalid for the rest of her life. Within a year she went through a spiritual crisis and confessed to the Swiss evangelist Henri A. Cesar Malan that she did not know how to come to Christ. He answered, “Come to him just as you are.” Thinking back on that experience twelve years later, in 1834, she wrote “Just as I Am” as a statement of her faith.
The Meaning of the Hymn and God’s Love.
It is true that not everyone will love us for being who we are. Therefore, sometimes we end up changing ourselves to please other people. However, if we do that, we end up hurting ourselves. The truth is we do not have to change to make people happy and to get attention. Why? That is because God loves us for who we are. God does not care what we have or where we came from. The only thing that matters to God is that we love one another and we love Him back.
God’s love shows forgiveness, faithfulness, and peace. Just like the song “Just As I Am” we should not fear that we will not be accepted by God. We will be, as long as we trust Him.
“Just as I am and waiting not
To rid my soul of one dark blot
To Thee who’s blood can cleanse each spot
Oh lamb of God I come I come.”
Pray this hymn be a Blessing to you.
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