There is a tendency to look at our lives—our struggles, our failures, our limitations—and accept them as our final reality.

But the Bible offers a different mirror. It asks us to look away from ourselves and look at Jesus. But not just the Jesus who walked the shores of Galilee. We are called to look at Jesus as He is right now—ascended, glorified, and seated at the Father’s right hand.

The Scripture makes a startling promise about your identity:

“Love has been perfected among us in this: that we may have boldness in the day of judgment; because as He is, so are we in this world.” 1 John 4:17

Notice the grammar. It does not say "as He was." It says "as He is."

Is Jesus depressed right now? No. Then, neither are you. Is Jesus worried about a health crisis? No. Then that is your reality too. Is Jesus wondering if He is righteous enough to be in the Father's presence? Never.

Whatever He is, you are.

Your sins were placed on His body at the cross. He purged them, died, rose, and sat down. If He is sitting down, the work is finished. If He is without sin, so are you.

When you face a lack in your life, don't look within. Look up. Find out how Jesus is doing in that area, and you will discover the truth about yourself.

Your spiritual reflection is not found in a mirror, but in a Person.