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This blog post emphasizes the crucial role of teaching children scriptures on identity to foster confidence and self-esteem in their relationship with God. It provides a curated list of verses and practical tips for memorization, including recitation, writing, and creating songs.
- Our Identity Is in Christ, Not Gold Stars and Checked Boxes.
- You Are loved.
- God’s Love Isn’T Manipulated by Our Performance.
- You Are Light
- Who Am I?
But while the chart encourages good behavior and performance, it has its downside. At some point as an orphan, Cooper started seeing himself as a bad kid. So when he earns a star, a bright grin breaks out, as if he sees himself as a good kid. But if he doesn’t land a star, his head drops; he’s believing the old lie again. Yes, he wants the stickers...
I suppose everyone has some version of that star chart, some internal way of measuring approval. We quickly learn that the more effort we put into something, the more “stickers” we get. Studying hard or working diligently leads to better performance — and the corresponding praise from teachers, coaches and bosses. Being a positive, encouraging frie...
I was teaching at a Bible studywhen a participant stopped me with a comment. “I just find it hard to believe that we don’t have to do anything to measure up to God. Sounds good, but I can’t believe it.” We may not be as direct, but I think many of us struggle with this same issue. And even as our kids begin to recognize their significance in God’se...
John opens his Gospel with the incredible imagery of what Jesus brings when He arrives in our world: light shining into darkness, light becoming the light of men. God’s vision for our lives is that we would receive His light and then reflect that light to the world (Matthew 5:14). We receive who Jesus is — and then share Him with others. I tell my ...
Our significance comes from the Creator of the universe. Together with your child, reflect on these promises from God’s Word: 1. I am the wonderful creation of a loving God. He knows everything about me (Psalm 139:13-14). 2. I was made to reflect the image of God. My abilities to create, learn and love come from Him. I have so much in common with t...
Feb 3, 2023 · The following verses will help you and your children understand your new identity in Christ. Each one is included in the digital download form at the end of this post. 1. 1 Corinthians 12:12-13
- 2 Corinthians 5:17 ESV / 4,031 helpful votes. Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come.
- 1 Peter 2:9 ESV / 3,682 helpful votes. But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for his own possession, that you may proclaim the excellencies of him who called you out of darkness into his marvelous light.
- Ephesians 2:10 ESV / 3,655 helpful votes. For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them.
- Galatians 2:20 ESV / 3,417 helpful votes. I have been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me. And the life I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.
Sep 19, 2023 · 7 Minutes. We can help kids discover that their identity is found in God’s big story, where Jesus is Lord and the Holy Spirit is present. What kids believe about themselves influences all their thoughts and decisions.
- Lynne Howard
Mar 19, 2024 · Learn what the Bible says about having an identity in Christ with this free children's Bible lesson including scripture reading, activities, and prayer. As children grow in their faith, understanding Christian identity and seeing themselves as children of God is an important truth to instill in their hearts.
Feb 21, 2024 · 2 Timothy 1:7 - For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control. John 1:12 - But to all who did receive him, who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God, Colossians 3:3 - For you have died, and your life is hidden with Christ in God.
