In a world filled with endless mixed messages, it’s easy to get lost in the fog and be deceived by half-truths or flat-out fabrications of God’s Word. Just take a gander at some commonly used phrases below.

This, too, shall pass. God helps those who help themselves. God works in mysterious ways. God will never give you more than you can handle. The eyes are the window into the soul. Treat others the way you want to be treated. Spare the rod and spoil the child. And on and on.

While many of these well-known statements contain good wisdom and little nuggets of truth, some even referred to or “noted” in the Scriptures, they are often taken out of context to spin some sort of personal narrative. While generally shared in a meaningful way to express a soft sentiment or extend comfort, these platitudes can undermine the words of our Savior, causing us to lose sight of the real truth.

That said, now, more than ever, we need to have handheld copies of the Bible, maybe even in multiple translations, so when something doesn’t seem to add up or make sense, we can go straight to His Word and seek to find the real and absolute truth God is trying to reveal to us.

In addition, there are even more mixed messages in today’s culture that baffle many, including believers, about who God says we are. Are we really precious in His sight? Priceless? Cherished? A one-of-a-kind, unique creation made on purpose? Are we really fully known and fully loved? 

Who are we, exactly? More importantly, who does God say we are?

Well, my dear friend, I invite you to grab your Bible and open it up so we can discover some sweet verses that declare who God says you are. While the list below only scratches the surface, let it be a springboard to relish in His love as He proclaims who He says you are! Then let His Words and beautiful truths settle into your heart, reminding you that you were so intricately made with love and called to a greater purpose, setting your sights beyond this world and embracing eternity (2 Corinthians 4:18).

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