Choosing REALExemplo

Who Am I? Claiming a Jesus-Identity During Transition

Isn’t it funny how we go merrily on our way until a shift occurs and then we panic? I knew this was coming , but really? Why isn’t this going as planned? Where is God in this transition?

What if it’s possible not to be thrown by transition—where life was before, where we believe it ought to go—but to respond with a trusting faith by clinging to a knowing God. Since transitions are the symptoms of an ever-changing life, how we respond to them reveals our true identity.

So what is identity? It’s who you are. Better yet, whose you are. Notice when life gets shaky, a wrench thrown in our fabulously intended plans, how an identity crisis is triggered, inviting us to examine one of these areas: ideals, emotions, or roles. Are we finding our identity in any of these areas? What if, instead, we look to God’s truth for identity reminders.

We are made in God’s image. (Genesis 1:26-27)

Fearfully and wonderfully made, that is. (Psalm 139:14)

We are chosen. (1 Peter 2:9)

We are the dwelling space for the Holy Spirit. (1 Corinthians 6:19-20)

This is where we find our identity. This is who. We. Are. When moves, career changes, babies, or serious illness come, find comfort knowing you are enough, for the Spirit of the Lord lives inside you. No matter what happens, your identity will not be shaken.

A Prayer for Transition

God, may I be rooted in Your truth, knowing my ultimate value and worth are found in You. As I live out of this truth, may my identity overflow into all I do and say, reflecting my Maker. May I know confidence and security when jobs, zip codes, and communities change. When my spouse doesn’t understand me, or my purpose seems foggy, or my kids are going nuts, help me remember who I am in You. Amen.