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1 ½ Years After My Wedding, I Saw Marriage Wasn’t for Me—When I Looked at my Wife, I Knew My Dad Was Right

"The nearer Kim and I approached the decision to marry, the more I was filled with a paralyzing fear. Was I ready? Was I making the right choice? Was Kim the right person to marry? Would she make me happy? Then, one fateful night..."

“I Looked Over to His Side of the Bed. He Wasn’t There. I Knew He Wouldn’t Be There, But for the First Time, It...

"I looked back to the bed. Still empty. And then it happened. I fell to my knees, and then to my back. It came from up from my gut. I could almost physically feel it moving to the top of my abdomen, to my chest, into my neck and then my head. I cannot describe the pain."

Mom Dies Giving Birth & Dad Lays Baby on Her Chest—10 Minutes Later, He Hears the Scream…

"You are so unbelievably excited that your child is born…and in the next moment you believe you’ll have to say farewell to your wife forever. It was like being numbed."

Embracing Your True Identity: 40 Statements of Who God Says You Are

  1. You are God’s workmanship (Ephesians 2:10).
  2. You are not alone; God is with you (Hebrews 13:5).
  3. You are valued (Matthew 10:31).
  4. You are strengthened in Christ (Philippians 4:13).
  5. You are loved with an everlasting love (Jeremiah 31:3).
  6. You are protected by God (Psalm 121:7-8).
  7. You are part of God’s family (Ephesians 2:19).
  8. You are precious in God’s eyes (Isaiah 43:4).
  9. You are a temple of the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 6:19).
  10. You are the apple of God’s eye (Zechariah 2:8).
  11. You are healed by His wounds (1 Peter 2:24).
  12. You are hidden with Christ in God (Colossians 3:3).
  13. You are blessed with every spiritual blessing (Ephesians 1:3).
  14. You are victorious (1 John 5:4).
  15. You are set free (Galatians 5:1).
  16. You are God’s masterpiece (Ephesians 2:10).
  17. You are chosen for a high calling (Philippians 3:14).
  18. You are held by God’s mighty right hand (Isaiah 41:10).
  19. You are justified and redeemed (Romans 3:24).
  20. You are crowned with glory and honor (Psalm 8:5).
  21. You are fearfully and wonderfully made (Psalm 139:14).

The Power of Knowing Who You Are in Christ

Knowing and believing what God says about us is not merely an exercise in positive thinking; it’s about discovering the foundation of our true identity. When we understand that we are loved, chosen, forgiven, and equipped by God, it changes how we view ourselves and how we interact with the world. It infuses our lives with purpose, dignity, and direction.

Embracing Your Identity in Christ

Embracing your identity in Christ means letting these truths shape your self-image and daily decisions. It involves:

  • Rejecting lies: Combat the lies of the enemy and the world with the truth of God’s word.
  • Affirming truth: Regularly speak and meditate on these biblical affirmations.
  • Living confidently: Step out in faith, knowing you are empowered and loved by God.
  • Loving others: Understanding your identity in Christ enables you to love others more effectively, reflecting God’s love to the world.

The Impact of Living Out Your True Identity

When you live out your true identity in Christ, it not only transforms you but also impacts those around you. You become a beacon of God’s love, grace, and truth. Your life becomes a testimony of His power and faithfulness, encouraging others to discover their identity in Him.

A Call to Rediscover Your Identity

In a world filled with confusion and false identities, the call to rediscover who God says you are is both liberating and empowering. As you affirm and believe these truths, let them guide your steps and fill your life with the light of His love and purpose. Remember, you are not defined by your past, your failures, or the world’s labels. You are who God says you are, and that is a reality worth embracing and celebrating every day.

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1 ½ Years After My Wedding, I Saw Marriage Wasn’t for Me—When I Looked at my Wife, I Knew My Dad Was Right

"The nearer Kim and I approached the decision to marry, the more I was filled with a paralyzing fear. Was I ready? Was I making the right choice? Was Kim the right person to marry? Would she make me happy? Then, one fateful night..."

“I Looked Over to His Side of the Bed. He Wasn’t There. I Knew He Wouldn’t Be There, But for the First Time, It...

"I looked back to the bed. Still empty. And then it happened. I fell to my knees, and then to my back. It came from up from my gut. I could almost physically feel it moving to the top of my abdomen, to my chest, into my neck and then my head. I cannot describe the pain."

Mom Dies Giving Birth & Dad Lays Baby on Her Chest—10 Minutes Later, He Hears the Scream…

"You are so unbelievably excited that your child is born…and in the next moment you believe you’ll have to say farewell to your wife forever. It was like being numbed."