But what if, instead of having to justify ourselves, we are justified by Christ? What if God Himself gives us approval, affirmation, assurance that our existence matters, that our lives are worthwhile? A declaration from God, no less, would settle the question: despite our manifest shortcomings, He considers us good; our lives have His approval. The incessant desire to earn the approval of others on social media is put to rest when we are justified by Christ.
