Spiritual Identity

What does it really mean to "be holy"? These two little words seem to echo throughout scripture. First Peter quotes Leviticus with God's command: "You shall be holy, for I am holy." Again in Ephesians when we learn that God "chose us in Christ before the foundation of the world to be holy." And in the last chapter of the last book of the Bible we learn that we are to "still be holy". Our calling to be holy is a challenging one, but living the "normal" alternative often leads to frustration, disappointment, and empty overindulgence.

This is the story of God whispering, “What no one wants, I cherish.” The daughter of a mail-order bride and a busboy from San Francisco’s Chinatown, Bonnie Gray grew up never truly feeling beautiful or beloved. As an adult, she built her life to look pleasant and ordinary, with a wonderful husband, two amazing boys, and a thriving career. But despite these blessings, she still felt the tugging emptiness of a missing piece.

In the Garden of Eden, Adam and Eve hid their nakedness and shame behind a fig leaf - what are you hiding behind? Many people have asked Jesus into their hearts, but live out the rest of their lives hidden and ashamed, not knowing that they can stand authentic, free, and joyful before others and a God who loves them and wants to show them who they truly are!

Author Michelle Van Loon weaves together personal stories and keen insights on the biblical themes of pilgrimage and exile. She will help you embrace your own pilgrim identity and reorient your heart toward the God who leads you home. Engaging and thoughtful, enhanced with practical suggestions, prayers, and questions, Born to Wander will teach how to trust God even when you don’t understand what’s happening around you and follow him even when it hurts. Embrace the purpose behind the wandering and discover the freedom and safety of resting in God alone.

If I Could Crawl Inside Your Mind for 24 Hours, Would I Have a Good Day? Your thoughts may not always reflect your true identity. Through the transforming power of this book, you will discover who you really are and finally see yourself through God’s eyes—as one outrageously loved, totally accepted, and completely forgiven.

In the Known by God Audio Lectures, part of the Biblical Theology for Life series, Brian Rosner explores three biblical angles on the question of personal identity: being made in the image of God, being known by God, and being in Christ. Rosner shows that rather than knowing ourselves, being known by God is the key to personal identity. It gives our fleeting lives significance, provokes in us humility, supplies comfort when things go wrong, and offers clear moral direction for living.

In Stop Trying, Cary Schmidt’s storytelling creates compelling scenes in which you’ll see yourself and your self. You’ll understand why defining your identity outside of Jesus Christ is ultimately fragile, hollow, and unsatisfying. And you'll discover that your truest and most fulfilling identity is a byproduct of a relationship that changes everything.

Identity: Everyone was designed for purpose. In fact, one of the most repeated cries of the heart is, “Why am I here?” Although many try to answer that question with their own ideas of purpose, the only One who holds the first and final word is the father. While many search in various places to find meaning in life, it is certain that the only safe place is in the voice of the father. The answer isn’t more money, more fame, or even the right political party. The answer is a life centered in the person of Christ.

In this copy-and-paste world, you were created unique and on purpose as a son or daughter of the king. In this forty-day devotional adventure, the Sons & Daughters collective helps you experience and embody the truths that you are creative, holy, righteous, secure, called, confident, and loved in your day-to-day life. With insight into Scripture, encouraging reflections and declarations, and daily actions you can take to live out your faith, these devotions will enable you to unlock what has been placed inside of you and step into the fullness of your God-given identity.

What does it mean to be gay and a Christian? Beginning with how the Bible describes the Church, author Nate Collins outlines a vision for community life that challenges Christians to examine obstacles that inhibit spiritual unity. This new vision calls straight and non-straight believers alike to patterns of Christian obedience that respect and honor their similarities and differences.

Popular writer and blogger Kara Lawler shows women how to embrace the sacred in mundane, ordinary life - and in the process, discover themselves. Life doesn't have to be lived on grand mountaintops for it to be meaningful. We can see God at work right where we are: in our ordinary and mundane routines, in the faces of our family and friends, and - especially - in nature. Kara Lawler speaks to the hearts of those who find themselves lost in the midst of their chaotic schedules and weary attempts to be all that is expected of them.

Do you think of your identity as how your family raised you? When people ask who you are, do you say I’m a mom or dad, or do you talk about your job? Do you define yourself by your successes or failures? Confidently knowing your identity offers freedom from painful pasts, broken relationships, and empty idols. Yet, so many of us struggle to get to this place. Nancy Fujii knows this firsthand.

The desire to answer this question—whether it manifests in self-enhancement strategies or self-serving biases—is part of being human. Yet, through a Biblical lens, we know something has gone terribly wrong with our human nature. Brokenness happened when sin separated us from our Creator God, and the answers we seek are only obtainable when we reconnect with him. Who You Are shows us that the Gospel is the only thing that sets you free from the verdict of sin and justifies you as God's prized possession.

You say you follow Christ. But are you worshiping a throne He never built? In a world ruled by race, influence, emotion, and comfort—False Thrones calls out what we’ve crowned…and invites you back to the only throne that still stands. This isn’t feel-good theology. This is a reset.

In "Embracing Hope and Purpose in the End Times," the author provides a compelling exploration of Christian identity and its significance in the context of the end times. The book delves into the concept of eschatology, or the study of the end times, and offers insights on how Christians can find hope and purpose amidst uncertainty.

Danita wrote this book during her time of singleness in order to inspire other Christians who are in the midst of seeking answers from God after great loss. Although not your typical ‘love’ story, Danita expresses her journey in an authentic way. As a misguided youth, single woman, ex-wife, and a baby momma (BM), the author describes her unpredictable journey to love and self-discovery. This is a true story told from one person’s perspective that focuses on faith, personal development, self-reflection, and practical wisdom with Biblical truths.

Why are identity cards important, even for gods? How can you tell a Deva from a Manava? How would you find a particular god in a crowd of gods? One day, when Krishna wanted to board an aeroplane, he was not allowed to! All because he did not have an identity card. Then his friends Garuda and Sesha took him to meet Lata-kumari in Guwahati, who told him the story of Anasuya and the Ashwini twins, and why Rishi Chavan made a rule that all gods should carry a dhvaja a flag with each god's very own symbol. Did Krishna get his identity card so he could ride the aeroplane finally?

In America, we love "rags to riches" stories—individuals who overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles to defy the odds. But there is a non-American whom history records as being the greatest overcomer of all time. Every day, it is He who helps millions of people to become overcomers, too. He is Jesus Christ, the reason and motivation for this book. This book is salted with "overcomer" principles, stories, and testimonies of real people who demonstrate to us that Jesus is able to help ordinary believers become overcomers, if they trust Him.

The earliest Christians were known not simply as believers or adherents of a new religion; they were called Followers of the Way. This title, taken from the words of Jesus Himself who declared, “I am the Way, the Truth, and the Life”, reflected a profound understanding of what it meant to live in relationship with Messiah. To be a Follower of the Way was not merely to agree with a set of beliefs or participate in rituals.

The purpose of this workbook is to help the listener embark on a journey — a journey of growing in Christ-awareness, self-awareness, self-control and self-regulation. In Proverbs 16:32, the Holy Spirit reveals and teaches us, not only the importance of self-control, but also its power. This power is on full display when we exercise spiritual, mental, emotional and physical patience. May the Lord Jesus richly bless the listeners and doers of this audiobook, for His glory, your good and the good of others you influence for His Kingdom!