RESURRECTION IDENTITY

When I introduce myself in new spaces, I usually start with my family or work roles. I often say I’m “the daughter of the Most High King” — you might hear me say things like “holding my crown high,” “wearing my crown confidently,” or “straightening our

crowns” in my classes. (Some of you might be tired of that!)

In smaller settings I’ll share more. I explain my neurological symptoms and ongoing health journey (more HERE), because they’re a major part of my life right now.

But I’ve been Resurrected in Christ!

And here’s the thing: This RESURRECTION means my circumstances — as relevant as they are — aren’t as important as how I respond to them.

In addition - My response to those circumstances does not define or identify me.

Consider The Apostle Paul:

• Paul used to be known as Saul, and he persecuted Christians.

• He was blinded on the road to Damascus.

• He was tortured for his faith.

• He was imprisoned.

• He was shipwrecked.

• He had a thorn in the flesh.

• He wrote almost half of the New Testament.

All of those points are true. Yet none of them alone define who Paul is. I would argue that NONE of those facts are the first thing most think of when they hear Paul's name. Here's why: His identity is rooted in Christ, and his words have encouraged and taught billions of believers for millennia. You'd likely recall his teachings or a book that he wrote to one of the churches, before you thought of those facts.

So here’s me:

• I love Jesus and I study my Bible.

• I was an incarcerated juvenile delinquent and a foster kid,

• raised by a single mom in San Diego.

• I am an Air Force veteran.

• I’m a wife, mom, and grandma.

• I am a small business owner and nonprofit founder.

• I am a yoga teacher.

• I have a debilitating neurological condition.

All true — but none of these alone define me above my relationship with Christ. God defines me as His chosen, beloved child, called to proclaim His goodness in every area of my life.

The same is true for you.

(If you're interested in more info, my class notes on IDENTITY IN CHRIST are attached below.)

Bottom line: I am not defined by my circumstances or experiences.

Neither are you.

If someone has told you that you are defined by anything other than who God says you are, please read your Bible.

Identity politics and cultural buzzwords will come at you from every side.

This tears us away from THE TRUTH of who God says we are.

Friend, please: May we seek God, as revealed in Jesus Christ, as our only authority of our IDENTITY. Also, here's more info on UNITY IN THE BODY OF CHRIST and ultimately, where our identity lies.

IDENTITY IN CHRIST Yoga Session Notes.docx

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