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IDENTITY & SELF-IMAGE

WHO ARE YOU?

Do You Know Who You Really Are?

What is your real identity?
What is an identity?
Is your identity something you are born with?
Is it changeable or never able to change?

 

Identity & Self-Image: Who You Are in Christ

Your identity is not defined by your past, failures, or the opinions of others—it is rooted in Christ. When you accept Jesus as Lord and Savior, you become a new creation, fully loved, redeemed, and empowered by God.

📖 2 Corinthians 5:17 – "Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; the old has gone, the new is here!"

Who You Are in Christ

You Are a Child of God

  • John 1:12 – "Yet to all who did receive Him, to those who believed in His name, He gave the right to become children of God."
  • Romans 8:16-17 – "The Spirit Himself testifies with our spirit that we are God’s children. Now if we are children, then we are heirs—heirs of God and co-heirs with Christ."
    ✅ You are not abandoned—you are part of God's family!

You Are Deeply Loved

  • Romans 8:38-39 – "Nothing can separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord."
  • Ephesians 3:18-19 – "That you may grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ."
    ✅ You are fully known and completely loved!

You Are Forgiven and Redeemed

  • Ephesians 1:7 – "In Him we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of God's grace."
  • Psalm 103:12 – "As far as the east is from the west, so far has He removed our transgressions from us."
    ✅ Your past does not define you—Jesus does!

You Are Chosen and Set Apart

  • 1 Peter 2:9 – "But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God’s special possession, that you may declare the praises of Him who called you out of darkness into His wonderful light."
  • Jeremiah 1:5 – "Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart."
    ✅ God chose you for a purpose—your life has meaning!

You Are Victorious and More Than a Conqueror

  • Romans 8:37 – "In all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us."
  • Philippians 4:13 – "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me."
    ✅ You are not defeated—God has given you victory!

You Are a Temple of the Holy Spirit

  • 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 – "Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God?"
  • 2 Timothy 1:7 – "For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love, and self-discipline."
    ✅ God lives in you—you are never alone!

Living in Your True Identity

🔹 Reject the Lies – The enemy will try to make you feel unworthy, but God’s truth defines you.
🔹 Renew Your Mind – Align your thoughts with what God says about you (Romans 12:2).
🔹 Walk in Confidence – You are a child of the King, created for a purpose!

🙌 You are chosen, loved, redeemed, and victorious in Christ. Walk boldly in who God says you are!

God’s Heart on Identity – Knowing Who You Are in Christ

Your identity is not defined by your past, your mistakes, or the opinions of others. It is rooted in the heart of God, shaped by His truth, and secured in His love. God desires for you to know who you are in Him so that you can walk in the fullness of His purpose for your life.

You Are Created in His Image

"So God created mankind in His own image, in the image of God He created them; male and female He created them." — Genesis 1:27

Your worth and identity begin with the truth that you are made in the image of God. You are uniquely designed by the Creator, reflecting His love, creativity, and purpose.

You Are Deeply Loved

"I have loved you with an everlasting love; I have drawn you with unfailing kindness." — Jeremiah 31:3

God’s love for you is not based on performance—it is everlasting and unconditional. No matter what you have done or where you have been, His love remains steadfast.

You Are a Child of God

"Yet to all who did receive Him, to those who believed in His name, He gave the right to become children of God." — John 1:12

Through faith in Jesus Christ, you are not just His creation—you are His child. You belong to Him, and He calls you His own.

You Are Chosen and Set Apart

"You are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God’s special possession, that you may declare the praises of Him who called you out of darkness into His wonderful light." — 1 Peter 2:9

God has chosen you for a purpose. You are set apart to walk in His light, to reflect His glory, and to live in the freedom He has given you.

You Are Redeemed and Forgiven

"In Him, we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of God’s grace." — Ephesians 1:7

Your past does not define you—God’s grace does. Through Jesus, you are fully forgiven and made new. You no longer have to carry the weight of guilt and shame.

You Are a New Creation

"Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!" — 2 Corinthians 5:17

When you put your faith in Christ, He transforms you. Your old identity is gone, and you are made new, with a fresh start and a new purpose.

You Are Victorious

"No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us." — Romans 8:37

In Christ, you are not defeated. You are more than a conqueror. No matter what challenges come your way, His strength empowers you to overcome.

You Have a Purpose

"For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do." — Ephesians 2:10

Your life has meaning. You were created with a divine purpose, uniquely gifted to fulfill the plans God has for you.

Are You Living in Your True Identity?

God’s heart for you is that you walk in the fullness of who He created you to be. Your identity is not in your past, your failures, or even your successes—it is in Him. When you embrace your true identity in Christ, you can live with confidence, purpose, and the assurance that you are His, now and forever.

"See what great love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! And that is what we are!" — 1 John 3:1

 

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Steps to Having a Positive Self-Image and Identity in Jesus

Your self-image is shaped by what you believe about yourself—but true confidence and identity are found in Jesus. Instead of defining yourself by your past, failures, or the opinions of others, you can embrace who God says you are. Here’s how you can build a strong and positive self-image in Christ:

1. Recognize That You Are Created in God’s Image

"So God created mankind in His own image, in the image of God He created them; male and female He created them." — Genesis 1:27

You were made in the image of God. This means your value is inherent—not based on achievements, appearance, or status. You reflect God’s character and are deeply loved by Him.

2. Reject Lies and Replace Them with God’s Truth

"Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind." — Romans 12:2

The enemy tries to distort your self-image by feeding you lies: “You’re not good enough.” “You’ll never change.” “You’re unworthy.” Replace these lies with God’s truth:

  • Lie: "I am worthless." → Truth: "I am fearfully and wonderfully made." (Psalm 139:14)
  • Lie: "I am unlovable." → Truth: "I am loved with an everlasting love." (Jeremiah 31:3)
  • Lie: "I am a failure." → Truth: "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me." (Philippians 4:13)

Fill your mind with God’s promises to reshape how you see yourself.

3. Embrace Your Identity as a Child of God

"Yet to all who did receive Him, to those who believed in His name, He gave the right to become children of God." — John 1:12

Your primary identity is not in your job, relationships, or abilities—it is in being a beloved child of God. When you see yourself as He sees you, your confidence grows.

4. Find Security in God’s Unchanging Love

"I have loved you with an everlasting love; I have drawn you with unfailing kindness." — Jeremiah 31:3

The world’s approval is temporary, but God’s love for you is constant. You don’t have to strive for acceptance—He already fully accepts and loves you.

5. Walk in the Freedom of Forgiveness

"In Him, we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of God’s grace." — Ephesians 1:7

Guilt and shame distort your self-image. If you’ve accepted Christ, you are completely forgiven. Let go of past mistakes and walk in the freedom of His grace.

6. Develop a Close Relationship with Jesus

"Remain in me, as I also remain in you." — John 15:4

The more time you spend with Jesus—through prayer, worship, and reading His Word—the more you will understand your true identity. Your self-worth will be shaped by His presence, not external influences.

7. Surround Yourself with Encouraging, Godly People

"Therefore encourage one another and build each other up." — 1 Thessalonians 5:11

Who you listen to affects how you see yourself. Surround yourself with people who speak life, remind you of God’s truth, and encourage you to grow in your faith.

8. Live Out Your God-Given Purpose

"For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do." — Ephesians 2:10

Your identity is not just about who you are—it’s also about what God has called you to do. Discover your God-given talents, serve others, and live with purpose.

9. Walk in Confidence, Not Comparison

"Each one should test their own actions. Then they can take pride in themselves alone, without comparing themselves to someone else." — Galatians 6:4

Comparison steals joy and distorts self-worth. God created you uniquely—embrace your individual gifts and calling without measuring yourself against others.

10. Keep Your Eyes on Eternity

"Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things." — Colossians 3:2

Your worth isn’t defined by temporary successes or failures—it is rooted in Christ and secured for eternity. When you focus on Him, your confidence and self-image are anchored in what truly matters.

Your Identity is Secure in Jesus

A positive self-image isn’t about arrogance or self-promotion—it’s about knowing your worth in Christ. When you see yourself through God’s eyes, you can walk in confidence, purpose, and peace, knowing you are loved, valued, and chosen by Him.

“No one who hopes in you will ever be put to shame.” — Psalm 25:3

 

Replace False Belief Systems from Your Past

Your past experiences, upbringing, and the opinions of others may have shaped how you see yourself—but not all of these influences align with God’s truth. False belief systems, such as “I’m not good enough,” “I’ll never change,” or “I have to earn love and acceptance,” can damage your self-image and keep you from fully embracing your identity in Christ. Instead of allowing past lies to define you, replace them with God’s unchanging truth. The Bible declares that you are fearfully and wonderfully made (Psalm 139:14), deeply loved (Jeremiah 31:3), fully forgiven (Ephesians 1:7), and chosen for a purpose (Ephesians 2:10). Renewing your mind with Scripture and rejecting negative thought patterns will transform how you see yourself, allowing you to walk in confidence, freedom, and the fullness of your God-given identity.

In the Image of God

If the real you has “Christ in you,” then the visible you will reflect the character of Christ through you.

“And we pray this … that you may live a life worthy of the Lord and may please him in every way: bearing fruit in every good work, growing in the knowledge of God, being strengthened with all power according to his glorious might so that you may have great endurance and patience, and joyfully giving thanks to the Father, who has qualified you to share in the inheritance of the saints in the kingdom of light.… In whom [Christ] we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins. He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation. For by him all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities; all things were created by him and for him.” 

(Colossians 1:10–16)

Key Verses to Learn

“I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.”  (Galatians 2:20)

The Bible says, “He [Jesus] is the image of the invisible God.”  (Colossians 1:15)

Therefore, with Jesus living in you, He will enable you to reflect the image of God. This is your true identity!

 

Your New Identity Inheritance

(Ephesians 5:8–17)

• You have moved from darkness to light.  - verse 8

• You reflect God’s goodness, righteousness and truth.  - verse 9

• You desire to please God. - verse 10

• You expose evil and ungodliness. - verse 11

• You are blessed with wisdom.  - verse 15

• You make the most of opportunities.  - verse 16

• You seek to know God’s will.  - verse 17

 

Key Passage To Read and Reread

Ephesians 5:8–17

Adam made the choice not to obey God. Therefore, all his descendants inherited a nature that is independent of God and seeks to please itself. Because God has made it possible for us to be His children … we are given a new nature that is submissive to God and seeks to please Him.

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