In a recent message, I shared that many Christ-followers are writing out identity statements, in a quest to strengthen confidance and authentic self-esteem.
Most Christian leaders conclude, this is done most faithfully, by naming our identity in Christ; Christ is the ultimate source of a secure self.
One of the best identity statements, in this regard, was penned by Neil Anderson years ago in his book, Victory Over The Darkness.
I AM ACCEPTED…
John 1:12
I am God’s child.
John 15:15
I am Christ’s friend.
Romans 5:1
I have been justified (declared righteous).
1 Corinthians 6:17
I am united with the Lord.
1 Corinthians 6:19-20
I have been bought with a price. I belong to God.
1 Corinthians 12:27
I am a member of Christ’s body (the church).
Ephesians 1:1
I am a saint.
Ephesians 1:5
I have been adopted as God’s child.
Ephesians 2:18
I have direct access to God through the Holy Spirit.
Colossians 1:14
I have been redeemed and forgiven of all my sins.
Colossians 2:10
I am complete in Christ.
I AM SECURE…
Romans 8:1-2
I am forever free from condemnation.
Romans 8:28
I am assured all things work together for good
Romans 8:31-34
I am free from any condemning charges against me.
Romans 8:35-39
I cannot be separated from the love of God.
2 Corinthians 1:21-22
I have been established, anointed and sealed by God.
Colossians 3:3
I am hidden with Christ in God.
Philippians 1:6
I am confident that the good work God has begun in me will be perfected.
Philippians 3:20
I am a citizen of heaven.
2 Timothy 1:7
I have not been given a spirit of fear, but of power, love and a sound mind.
Hebrews 4:16
I can find grace and mercy in time of need.
1 John 5:18
I am born of God, and the evil one cannot touch me.
I AM SIGNIFICANT…
Matthew 5:13-14
I am the salt of the earth and the light of the world.
John 15:1-5
I am a branch of the true Vine, a channel of His life.
John 15:16
I have been chosen and appointed to bear fruit.
Acts 1:8
I am a personal witness of Jesus Christ.
1 Corinthians 3:16
I am God’s temple.
2 Corinthians 5:17-21
I am a minister of reconciliation for God.
2 Corinthians 6:1
I am God’s co-worker (see also 1 Corinthians 3:9)
Ephesians 2:6
I am seated with Christ in the heavenly realm.
Ephesians 2:10
I am God’s workmanship.
Ephesians 3:12
I may approach God with freedom and confidence.
Philippians 4:13
I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.
- Neil Anderson.
Well that's who you are in Jesus. And now the challenge -- absorb such truth...claim such identity -- in a deeper and more secure way!
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