As I shared in yesterday’s post, back in 1991, my perception of who God was changed in my mind and in my heart. He was no longer a God I feared, but a God I began to fall in love with.
Also, as I studied and experienced Him personally in my life, I began to believe the truths in His Word (the Bible) about how God sees me and how He feels about me.
I began to believe He loved me.
Do you remember when you first believed God loved you?
It’s possible you’re not there yet, and that’s alright. Hang out here through the month of October, and I pray you’ll experience this.
As I mentioned a few days ago,
God loves us all the same. He loves us all. Period.
(I’ll never get tired of writing that, saying that, or hearing that.)
How do I know this to be true??
The world, our enemy, others, and even the person looking back in the mirror may try to tell us otherwise.
After searching and studying God’s Word, I came up with a personal list of who God says we are in Him. Feel free to print this list, save it, and share it. I return to it often when I begin to question who I am.
25 Things God Says You Are
By Julie Lefebure
1. You are chosen, holy and dearly loved. (Colossians 3:12)
2. You are fearfully and wonderfully made. (Psalm 139:13-14)
3. You are set apart. (Jeremiah 1:5)
4. You are worthy. (Matthew 10:29-31)
5. You are made in God’s image. (Genesis 1:26-27)
6. You are God’s offspring. (Acts 17:28)
7. You are God’s handiwork. (Ephesians 2:10)
8. You are not alone. (Deuteronomy 31:8)
9. You are gifted. (1 Peter 4:10)
10. You are loved. (John 3:16)
11. You are saved. (John 5:24) (Romans 10:9)
12. You are secure. (John 10:27-28)
13. You are justified. (Romans 5:1)
14. You are provided for. (Matthew 6:31-33)
15. You are forgiven. (1 John 1:9)
16. You are reconciled. (Colossians 1:21-22)
17. You are Jesus’ friend. (John 15:15)
18. You are no longer condemned. (Romans 8:1)
19. You are a new creation. (2 Corinthians 5:17)
20. You are holy. (Hebrews 10:10)
21. You are free. (Galatians 5:13)
22. You are a temple of the Holy Spirit. (1 Corinthians 6:19-20)
23. You are favored and honored. (Psalm 84:11)
24. You are blessed. (Deuteronomy 16:15)
25. You are God’s treasured possession. (Deuteronomy 7:6)
Who God says you are… it’s quite a list, isn’t it?!
I understand you may not have taken the time to look up each verse, but is there one in this list that particularly blessed you today? The one for me was #4, I am worthy. I needed that reminder.
I pray you allow these to sink deep in your head and in your heart. I pray you can find some time to read each passage and be blessed by them.
Join the conversation below. Share your favorite, or another one that’s not listed here that you cling to often.
We can rejoice today in who God says we are!
Julie
Thank you for continuing this journey with me through #31DaysLovingGodLovingOthers. Today is Day 6! Tomorrow we’ll look at some practical, everyday, real life ways to love God.
Julie, this is so beautiful. A wonderful way to start my day. I love them all, but #12 stands out–I am secure. Knowing God is in control of every part of my life and that He will never leave me or forsake me–that is security. May the Lord bless you today and as you write these 31 days!
Thank you, Sabra. I love #12 too. I rest secure in knowing He won’t leave me or forsake me, also. Thank you for sharing yours and for your encouragement! It’s been a joy to write these 31 days posts. Have a beautiful week!
Because of personal struggles this one has always brought me great comfort and is actually my favorite verse… You are fearfully and wonderfully made. (Psalm 139:13-14)
But great list all together, Julie. Thanks for taking the time to pull together and share.
Blessings.
xoxo
Beth, I like that one too, and cling to it often. It’s amazing how God’s Word can encourage us and give us just what we need when we need it! I’m thankful you came by today and shared your favorite! Have a great week, friend!
I love this post and this list, Julie. I am going to refer back to these verses often. Thanks so much for sharing this! I pray that reader’s eyes will be opened as they read this.
Hi Abby! My goal is to create a graphic for this and pin it on Pinterest (when I have moment to do so.) This list encourages me often! Thank you for stopping in and for sharing. It blesses me to have you here! I appreciate you, friend!