The Joy of Being an Heir
The Joy of Being an Heir
Rasol Manouchehri Ardakani - 09 September 2025
“Now if we are children, then we are heirs—heirs of God and co-heirs with Christ, if indeed we share in His sufferings in order that we may also share in His glory.”
Think about the most generous gift you’ve ever received. Maybe it was something you couldn’t afford yourself, yet it was given to you freely. That’s a small picture of what it means to be a joint heir with Christ.
When we put our faith in Jesus, we become part of God’s family. That means everything the Father has given to the Son is also ours – His peace, His joy, His victory, His eternal life. We didn’t earn it. We simply received it.
It’s easy to live like a spiritual beggar, always asking for scraps, when in reality we are seated at the table as beloved children. The enemy loves to convince us that we are outsiders, unworthy of the Father’s blessings. But God’s Word says otherwise.
Jesus has already conquered sin, death, and the powers of darkness. We get to walk in His victory, not because we fought the battle, but because He did. Imagine a champion who wins the trophy, then turns to you and says, “This is yours too.” That’s the Gospel.
Living as an heir means living with confidence. Not arrogance, but assurance. It means facing challenges knowing that the One who owns the cattle on a thousand hills is your Father. It means believing that no matter how things look today, your inheritance in Christ is secure.
So today, stop approaching God as if you are on the outside looking in. You belong to Him. You are loved, chosen, and included. And the inheritance you have in Christ is greater than anything this world can give.
Prayer of the Day:
Father, thank You that through Jesus I share in Your inheritance. Help me to live as a victorious heir, full of joy and gratitude. Amen.
