Spiritual Identity

Our culture tells us that we can determine our identity. It's our choice, and we fulfill it using grit and determination. But a Biblical identity is discovered. Like a treasure hunt, we search the Scriptures to find the diamonds of truth that shine with brilliance and tell us who we are and how God wants to use us.

Growing up in the only Korean family in a Minnesota town, Michelle Lee-Barnewall has felt the pain of racial discrimination and the resulting identity confusion that follows. Through the telling of her personal story, she seeks to transcend the current divide between those who emphasize social justice concerns and those who believe these concerns compromise the core of the gospel. A Longing to Belong integrates a biblical worldview and personal experience on the topic of race and race relations.

What does it really mean to "be holy"? These two little words seem to echo throughout scripture. First Peter quotes Leviticus with God's command: "You shall be holy, for I am holy." Again in Ephesians when we learn that God "chose us in Christ before the foundation of the world to be holy." And in the last chapter of the last book of the Bible we learn that we are to "still be holy". Our calling to be holy is a challenging one, but living the "normal" alternative often leads to frustration, disappointment, and empty overindulgence.

Enforcing You: Activating Your Kingdom Identity in Christ by Lisa Schwarz is a powerful illustration of what will happen once you decide it’s time to see the truth of who you are based on your identity in Christ. If you’ve had trouble connecting the dots between who God created you to be and the person you have become, Enforcing You is your very personal guide to resetting the path toward proclaiming the best you. Filled with practical information that you can begin today, Lisa’s heart for empowering you is lovingly poured into every impactful minute.

In "Embracing Hope and Purpose in the End Times," the author provides a compelling exploration of Christian identity and its significance in the context of the end times. The book delves into the concept of eschatology, or the study of the end times, and offers insights on how Christians can find hope and purpose amidst uncertainty.

Danita wrote this book during her time of singleness in order to inspire other Christians who are in the midst of seeking answers from God after great loss. Although not your typical ‘love’ story, Danita expresses her journey in an authentic way. As a misguided youth, single woman, ex-wife, and a baby momma (BM), the author describes her unpredictable journey to love and self-discovery. This is a true story told from one person’s perspective that focuses on faith, personal development, self-reflection, and practical wisdom with Biblical truths.

But, really, who are you? Are you ready to let that question shake you to your core - as you peel away layers of false identity built on shifting and ephemeral factors and learn to embrace your true self found in Jesus Christ alone? No job, no family relationship, no personality type, nationality, or accomplishment can offer you what Christ does: an abiding identity of righteousness in him.

Identity: Everyone was designed for purpose. In fact, one of the most repeated cries of the heart is, “Why am I here?” Although many try to answer that question with their own ideas of purpose, the only One who holds the first and final word is the father. While many search in various places to find meaning in life, it is certain that the only safe place is in the voice of the father. The answer isn’t more money, more fame, or even the right political party. The answer is a life centered in the person of Christ.

As human beings, we often struggle to discover our own identity. The world tries to box us in with labels, but the Lord can simplify and illuminate our earthly identity by providing eternal perspective. Prophets like Moses, Isaiah, and Paul clearly taught our divine identity and clarified our celestial destiny. In I Am His, father and daughter Mark and Sarah Lyman help us to discover how Jesus Christ and his atonement reaffirm our original and superlative identity and the knowledge that we are his.

Do you think of your identity as how your family raised you? When people ask who you are, do you say I’m a mom or dad, or do you talk about your job? Do you define yourself by your successes or failures? Confidently knowing your identity offers freedom from painful pasts, broken relationships, and empty idols. Yet, so many of us struggle to get to this place. Nancy Fujii knows this firsthand.

There are true things about us and there are truer things. David Lomas invites readers to move beyond what may simply be true to the truest thing, discovering a real identity in Christ. We are all bundles of competing desires and half-true labels. We arry them around like scars; we carry them around like badges. They tell us we are no more than a job description, relationship status, or appearance. But the most important and truest identity of every Christian is that they are loved, accepted, and created in the image of God.

Many people will agree that we are living in a world in which many people seem to be experiencing an identity crisis. To complicate the matter, this identity crisis has found its way into the Lord’s Church. The question must be asked, “What does it mean to be and live as a Christian?” At the center of our Christian experience, we discover that our union with the crucified and risen Jesus shapes our identity and our spiritual formation.

God’s word stored in our memory and hearts will change and shape our lives. This inspired heart craves glory to God expressions within all facets of life–each activity, our thoughts, giftings, our work, and relationships.

Who is a Christian? We are who God says we are. In the Bible, verses that use prepositional phrases like in Christ, in him, through him, by him, and others often contain statements about our true identity. In Him: Establishing Our Identity in Christ contains several of these verses along with powerful biblical declarations to help you renew your mind and embrace who you really are: a new creation in Christ.

The purpose of this workbook is to help the listener embark on a journey — a journey of growing in Christ-awareness, self-awareness, self-control and self-regulation. In Proverbs 16:32, the Holy Spirit reveals and teaches us, not only the importance of self-control, but also its power. This power is on full display when we exercise spiritual, mental, emotional and physical patience. May the Lord Jesus richly bless the listeners and doers of this audiobook, for His glory, your good and the good of others you influence for His Kingdom!