Since I am starting a new blog, you may be asking,"Who is she, this JoAnne girl?" Instead of going on and on about myself, I thought I would post this wonderful reminder of who You are in Christ. You will get to know me soon enough!
WHO YOU ARE IN CHRIST
"understanding your identity in Christ is absolutely essential to your success at living the victorious Christian life."
I am accepted...
I am God's child ~ John 1:12
As a disciple, I am a friend of Jesus Christ ~ John 15:15
I have been justified ~ Romans 5:1
I am united with the Lord, and I am one with Him in spirit ~ 1 Corin. 6:17
I have been bought with a price, and I belong to God ~ 1 Corin. 6:19-20
I am a member of Christ's body ~ 1 Corin. 12:27
I have been chosen by God and adopted as His child ~ Ephesians 1:3-8
I have been redeemed and forgiven of all my sins ~ Colossians 1:13-14
I am complete in Christ ~ Colossians 2:9-10
I have direct access to the throne of grace through Jesus Christ ~ Hebrews 4:14-16
I am secure...
I am free from condemnation ~ Romans 8:1-2
I am assured that God works for my good in all circumstances ~ Romans 8:28
I am free from any condemnation brought against me, and I cannot be separated from the love of God ~ Romans 8:31-39
I have been established, anointed, and sealed by God ~ 2 Corin. 1:21-22
I am hidden with Christ in God ~ Colossians 3:1-4
I am confident that God will complete the good work He started in me ~ Philippians 1:6
I am a citizen of Heaven ~ Philippians 3:20
I have not been given the spirit of fear but of power, love, and a sound mind ~ 2 Timothy 1:7
I am born of God, and the evil one cannot touch me ~ 1 John 5:18
I am significant...
I am the branch of Jesus Christ, the true vine, and a channel of His life ~ John 15:5
I have been chosen and appointed to bear fruit ~ John 15:16
I am God's temple ~ 1 Corin. 3:16
I am a minister of reconciliation for God ~ 2 Corin.5:17-21
I am seated with Jesus Christ in the heavenly realm ~ Ephesians 2:6
I am God's workmanship ~ Ephesians 2:10
I may approach God with freedom and confidence ~ Ephesians 3:12
I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me ~ Philippians 4:13
THE MORE YOU REAFFIRM WHO YOU ARE IN CHRIST, the more your behavior will begin to reflect your true identity!
info on this page from the book: Victory Over the Darkness:
Realizing the Power of Your Identity in Christ
by Neil T. Anderson
Staff Features: A Glimpse of Grace
5 years ago
This is awesome, JoAnne...whenever I feel useless and down, I'll come back and read this...how uplifting! You are a true gift to me, sent from God. Love ya!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much Peggy :)
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ReplyDeleteHi Momma love your blog! I love your "who are You in Christ" references, a great reminder of our assurance in our Lord. Look forward to seeing future posts. Love you!
ReplyDeleteP.S. I'm gonna copy and paste this and send it to my Kindle :)
ReplyDeleteThanks Ashley :) So glad you are going to copy and paste this so that you can read it any time as a reminder of who you are in Christ! Love you!
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