Your Identity In Christ
Holy brethren, partakers of the heavenly calling, consider the Apostle and the High Priest of our confession, Christ Jesus. Hebrews 3:1
Two of the aching questions of the human soul are, “Who am I?” and “Why am I here?” In different seasons of life we attempt to find the answers, desiring to know ourselves and to be known. As believers, we have an identity. We have a purpose. We belong first and foremost to the Lord Jesus Christ. We draw our purpose, direction, example, and identity from Him. We are children of God and co-heirs with Christ.
The living sacrifice of Jesus Christ bought us forgiveness of sin, victory in this life, and an eternity secure with God in heaven. He made us holy and He made us family – family with Him and family together as believers. Our purpose and focus in life is Christ and His kingdom.
Finding our identity in Jesus changes everything. The pathway to discipleship involves living a life that reflects this new identity. We no longer identify with the flesh, but with Christ. When we live according to our fleshly nature, it is a false identity. Our lives are to reflect all that His identity evokes. We are to live in community with other believers, reaching toward the goal of bringing others the Good News of the gospel.
In what ways do you need to embrace your identity in Christ and live more like Him? In what ways do other people see your true “Christ” identity in your words and actions?
Father God, in the quietest parts of my life, I long for You. I long to know who I am and what I’m to do. I find the answers all within You. Through that I belong to You. As Your servant, I seek to serve. As a part of the family, I accept the responsibilities that come with the family privileges. Thank You for calling me to You. Thank You for Your love that changed my everything. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Dr. Richard Mark Lee, McKinney, TX