In Galatians 5:1, we find a powerful declaration of our liberation in Christ: “For freedom, Christ set us free. Stand firm then and don’t submit again to a yoke of slavery.” This scripture reveals that through Jesus, we have been set free from the bondage of sin and are called to live in the fullness of this freedom.

In Ephesians 2:10, we encounter a beautiful and affirming truth about our identity and purpose: “For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared ahead of time for us to do.” This scripture reveals that we are God’s handiwork, intricately crafted by Him and designed for a unique purpose.

To be God’s workmanship means that we are the result of His creative and purposeful work.

In Ephesians 2:4-5, we encounter a powerful declaration of our transformation in Christ: “But God, who is rich in mercy, because of his great love that he had for us, made us alive with Christ even though we were dead in trespasses. You are saved by grace!” This scripture reveals the profound reality that through God’s grace and mercy, we have been brought from death to life in Christ.

To be made alive in Christ means that we are no longer spiritually dead but have been given new life through His resurrection.

I Am Forgiven: Not Held to Our Sin or Mistakes

In Ephesians 1:7, we encounter a life-changing truth about our identity in Christ: “In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of his grace.” This scripture reveals the incredible reality that in Jesus, we are forgiven and redeemed, no longer held captive by our sins and mistakes.

To be forgiven means that our wrongdoings, our trespasses, are no longer counted against us. Through the sacrifice of Jesus, we have been redeemed—bought back and restored to a right relationship with God.

Ephesians 1:4 shows us a powerful truth about our identity and worth: “For he chose us in him, before the foundation of the world, to be holy and blameless in love before him.” To be chosen by God means that before the creation of the world, He had you in mind. He saw you, He knew you, and He chose you to be His very own. This is not based on anything we have done, but purely on His grace and love.

I Am an Ambassador for Christ - A Leader

In 2 Corinthians 5:20, we uncover a powerful aspect of our identity and mission: “Therefore, we are ambassadors for Christ, since God is making his appeal through us. We plead on Christ’s behalf: ‘Be reconciled to God.’” This scripture reveals that as believers, we are called to be ambassadors for Christ, representing Him and His message to the world. As ambassadors for Christ, we are entrusted with the responsibility of conveying His message of reconciliation and hope to those around us.

I Am a Temple of the Holy Spirit - God’s Own Spirit Lives Inside of Me

1 Corinthians 6:19 tells us a great truth about our identity: “Don’t you know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit who is in you, whom you have from God? You are not your own.” This scripture displays the incredible reality that as believers, God’s own Spirit dwells within us, transforming us into living temples of His presence.

Romans 8:17: “We are God’s children, and if children, also heirs—heirs of God and coheirs with Christ—if indeed we suffer with Him, so that we may also be glorified with Him.” This means that everything that belongs to Jesus is available to us—His grace, love, and power.

I Am a Friend of Jesus - More Than Religion, a Relationship

In John 15:15, Jesus says “I do not call you servants anymore, because a servant doesn’t know what his master is doing. I have called you friends, because I have made known to you everything I have heard from my Father.” This truth reveals the heart of our relationship with Christ—it’s not just about a religion; it’s a relationship with a friend. You have a personal connection with the King of Kings.

When you accept Jesus into your heart, when you believe in His name and His finished work on the cross, you are granted an extraordinary privilege: you become a child of God. Imagine that! You are no longer defined by your past mistakes, your failures, or your regrets. Instead, you are identified as a beloved son or daughter of the King of Kings.