What Is Your Identity?

“Pardon me, my lord,” Gideon replied, “but how can I save Israel? My clan is the weakest in Manasseh, and I am the least in my family.” Judges 6:15

I decided years ago that I do not want to be known as the guy with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, or Crohn’s Disease, or Diabetes, or the guy with an Ostomy. I have no desire to be seen as a victim. I don’t hide these things, but I don’t dwell on them or introduce myself by saying: Hi, nice to meet you, I’m the guy who almost died of Crohn’s Disease.

Whatever our challenges in life are, we should never be so focused upon our weaknesses and disabilities that we fail to realize there is help and hope available in Jesus Christ. And our connection to Him is all that matters.

Some people take their identity from their jobs, position, or title. Some are famous, or politicians, or celebrities. No matter what your title, job, or station in life, you should never take your identity from such things. Those things can change or be lost and then who are you?

We who have believed in Jesus as our Lord and Savior are identified with Him. Whether you are lying in a hospital bed or sleeping in the White House there will be one question asked when your life is through: Who Are You?

Your position in life and job title will mean nothing. Rich or poor, loved or despised by the world, it will not matter. Whether you are a follower and believer in Jesus is the only thing that counts both now and in the hereafter.

Prayer: Dear Lord, it is easy to get caught up in what the world thinks about us. But let us never forget that only our relationship to You really matters. Strengthen us in our faith, and make us bold in our testimony about who we are because of You. Amen.