Biblical Answer

In order to address the question "What if I'm not good enough for God?", we must first consider the nature of God's character and the Bible's teaching on salvation. The Bible is clear that God is a loving, gracious, and merciful God, who desires a personal relationship with each of us (John 3:16, Romans 5:8). However, it also teaches that we are all sinners, who have fallen short of God's standards (Romans 3:23). This raises the question of how we can be good enough for God.

The Bible teaches that we are not good enough for God on our own merits. In fact, the Bible says, "There is no one who does good, not even one" (Psalm 14:1-3). This is because our sinful nature separates us from God, and we are unable to earn salvation through our own efforts (Ephesians 2:8-9). However, God, in His sovereignty, has provided a way for us to be reconciled to Himself through faith in Jesus Christ. Jesus, who is perfect and sinless, took our place on the cross, and through His death and resurrection, we can be forgiven and restored to a right relationship with God (John 3:16, Romans 5:8). This means that we don't have to be good enough for God; we can come to Him just as we are, through faith in Jesus Christ.

So, what does this mean for our daily lives? It means that we don't have to strive to be good enough for God through our own efforts. Instead, we can come to Him with humility, acknowledging our sinfulness and our need for forgiveness. We can ask for His guidance, wisdom, and strength to live a life that reflects His character. As we do, we can trust that God is working in us, transforming us into the image of Christ, and giving us the power to live a life that honors Him (2 Corinthians 3:18). This is the good news of the gospel, and it is available to everyone, regardless of their past, present, or future circumstances. So, if you're struggling with feelings of inadequacy or wondering if you're good enough for God, I encourage you to come to Him with faith, and trust that He will meet you where you are, and begin a journey of transformation and growth in your life.