There are plenty of things I’m not. It does me a world of good to remember what I am. Who I am. Whose I am.
It’s been a week of remembering, forgetting, and remembering again.
I wish I knew who to thank for the compiled scriptures. I’ve had this awhile and recently stumbled across it. I streamlined the list to fit on one graphic, but there are plenty more I’m sure you could add, too. In fact, please do in the comment section, and we’ll both be encouraged!
For the days when I’m infected with spiritual amnesia…
just found your blog yesterday – love your writing – you have a great way with words – thanks for taking the time to get them down and to share…
Thank you for joining the conversation! May you find a grace-filled breathing space here.
Reconciled to God and a minister of reconciliation. That one is so huge! And so easy to forget when you fall under the weight of legalism.
Melissa, I’m with you. I need constant reminders! Thank God there’s nothing we can do to alter the good news! Hugs sister!
What a breathtaking post! I don’t have anything to add to your list, Pearl. Just something to Ephesians 2:10. In the Greek, workmanship is Poema. As a writer, it thrills me to think God is penning our lives lyrically, narratively and dramatically.
Here’s one of my own: (2012ish, I think…)
God, in His love
Weaves the days and months and years
Precious moments form the strands
And a pattern known as life appears.
Thank you for the beautiful encouragement! 🙂
Glenda! I LOVE what you shared!!! Thank you so much for the insight into Greek – what an intimate, precious thought that God’s hand holds the pen to our lives’ scripts. Poema even looks beautiful on paper! Your poem paints a visual of God as the Master Artist. What a great combo! We have the Author of life and the Master Artist in charge of our lives! Really appreciate you sharing your poem and thoughts, Glenda!
Pearl, I have a 5×7 card on my desk at home that’s covered front and back with Scriptures revealing our identity in Christ. I read those almost daily.
Here’s a couple more to add to your list:
I am God’s coworker!
“For we are co-workers in God’s service; you are God’s field, God’s building.” (1 Cor. 3:9)
I am firmly rooted and built up in Christ!
“rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness.” (Colossians 2:7)
I am a personal witness of Christ!
“But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.” (Acts 1:8)
Thanks for sharing about our true identities! We need to stand firm and believe these.
Michelle, you have great additions to the list! Yes, we definitely need to soak in the truth of who we really are. Love your note card idea!
Beautiful, Pearl. Do you create the graphics yourself?
I am His treasured possession. Deut. 7:6
Thank you, Hulda! Love the verse you shared! 🙂 I created the graphic on Canva.
I have been accepted by Christ Romans 15:7
Love that one! Thanks so much for sharing, Riley!