Whenever the question who are you comes up, what comes to your mind? I recently had a conversation that got me pondering this very question. When I asked, "What's your talent?" the person laughed and replied, "Talent? I'm not sure. Who's that one helping?" It made me realize that there's a deeper question at play: Who are you, really? What gives you a sense of identity and confidence?
In today's world, it's easy to get caught up in the idea that our identity is tied to our jobs, social media profiles, or material possessions. But the truth is, our insecure nature as humans craves a sense of belonging, and social media can create a false sense of identity. As believers, we need to remember that our true identity is found in Christ.
2 Corinthians 5:17 says, "Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!" When we become born-again believers, our identity changes. We become carriers of God's light, and in Him, we discover our true selves. It's not about losing but about stepping into an identity discovery with the Lord.
Our true identity is not sin; it's about who God is. As 1 Peter 2:9 reminds us, "You are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God's possession." This is who we are, and it's essential to remember that our identity shouldn't be based on things that can be taken away or that hold no lasting value.
Sadly, many believers struggle to recognize their place in Christ and, consequently, their true identity. But knowing who we are and where we belong is crucial. It gives us a sense of belonging, completeness, and continuity. As Ephesians 2:10 says, "We are God's handiwork, created for good works." Our identity should be rooted in Christ alone, for it's in Him that our true selves emerge.
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