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Prophetic Thought: We live in a world that ties our worth to our work. It warns us never to fail and pressures us to have our lives perfectly figured out. At times, it can feel like we are just one mistake away from losing it all. We often carry our mistakes like badges, reminding us of our past. But the good news is that Jesus came to give us a new name. His grace wipes the slate clean. Because of this, we no longer have to hustle for our worth; we can have a quiet confidence that isn't based on our performance, but on His promise. Titles, pedigrees, and positions do not matter. This Easter, we look at the story of Barabbas—a man set free from his chains simply because Jesus took his place. We also look at Peter, who was given a second chance after his greatest failure. We celebrate a new life and second-chance confidence found in a grace we could never earn and a love we don't have to work for.

Application:  Confidence is not found in how perfectly we have figured out our lives; it is found in the New Name and New Life that Jesus gives us. Whether you are a student walking into a new classroom or an adult facing a difficult conversation at work, you no longer have to look at the floor in shame or fear. Your worth is no longer tied to your "hustle," but to His promise of grace. Because of the Resurrection, you have a spirit of Power and a God who meets you right in the middle of your failures to give you a second chance. Whether you are trying to make a new friend, starting a new job, or simply trying to forgive yourself, you can stand tall and be bold, knowing that your identity is secure in a love you never had to earn.