Living Out Your Identity in Christ
So far in this blog series, we’ve talked about who we are in Christ, the enemy who wants to steal that identity, and how to guard against his traps that keep us from embracing who God created us to be.
But as Gaylyn Kelly writes in “Identity: The Lies We Believe,” our identity doesn’t stop at who we are—it extends to what we’re called to do. We were made to know God and make Him known. Embracing our identity in Christ means embracing His purpose for us.
And here’s something incredible about our God: how He created you points to the unique way He’s chosen you to live out that purpose.
You Were Made on Purpose for a Purpose
Psalm 139 makes it clear—nothing about you is accidental. Not the timing or circumstances of your birth. Not your personality. Not even the parts of yourself you might wish were different.
The psalmist writes, “You knit me together... I am fearfully and wonderfully made.” “Knit together” speaks of intentional care. “Fearfully” conveys reverence and respect. “Wonderfully” points to quality. The image is of a Creator who took intimate time and delight in making you.
God doesn’t make mistakes, and He doesn’t create without purpose. Even your perceived “flaws” can be part of His design for your calling.
Consider Moses in Exodus 3. When God called him to lead Israel out of slavery, Moses protested—he stuttered, he was timid, he felt unqualified. But God essentially said, “I know who you are. I made your tongue. I gave you your voice. Now go; I will help you.”
Your inadequacies don’t disqualify you from your purpose. Sharing the gospel isn’t reserved for pastors or missionaries. Jesus gave the Great Commission to all His disciples (Matthew 28:19–20). And just as He promised to help Moses, He promises to help you, too.
Psalm 139:16 tells us, “All the days ordained for me were written in your book before one of them came to be.” Paul echoes this truth in Ephesians 2:10: “We are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.”
God doesn’t fail—and that means His plan for your life can’t fail either. Even when you stumble, He can redeem it for His glory. The outcome isn’t yours to own; your part is faithful obedience. When you walk in that obedience, He can do immeasurably more than you could ask or imagine (Ephesians 3:20).
How to Live Boldly
Living boldly in your identity means refusing to shrink back from who God made you to be. It’s choosing to use your voice instead of staying silent, your gifts instead of hiding them, and your confidence instead of insecurity.
Think about your unique gifts. How are you using them for God’s glory? Could there be new ways He’s calling you to use them to reach new people?
Now think about your greatest insecurity. Could that very weakness be where God wants to reveal His redemptive power? Is the Holy Spirit prompting you to step out in faith and trust Him to use what you see as a flaw for His glory?
Some of the most powerful gospel conversations happen in ordinary moments—in the checkout line, over coffee, or through a simple text sent at just the right time. Pray daily to be available and willing. Ask God to open your eyes to the people He places in your path.
Making Jesus known isn’t a heavy burden—it’s an incredible privilege. When we are rooted in His identity, power, and presence, we get to take part in His life-changing work for eternity.
This post is inspired by the fourth message of our “Identity” sermon series by Dr. Jody Ray. Dive deeper into how God sees you and what that means for your life by ordering a copy of Gaylyn Kelly’s book, “Identity: The Lies We Believe.”