Matthew 3:16-17 This is one of Jesus’ greatest examples of how we can live as treasured children of God. Jesus began his ministry on earth knowing that his heavenly Father loved him and was already proud of him. Simply put, Jesus lived from a place of approval, rather than living for approval. Think about how working for the approval of others figures into your daily life. How might your day today look different if you knew you’ve already earned all the approval you’ll ever need?  ]]>