Theme: Who We Are Before God – Created, Fallen, and Redeemed
The Bible Tells Us Who We AreIn a world of confusion about identity, Scripture reveals the truth: We are created in God's image with dignity and purpose, yet fallen and in need of redemption.Any attempt to define humanity apart from God leads to distortion and despair.Made in the Image of GodWe reflect God in our reasoning, relationships, morality, creativity, and capacity to worship.The image of God hasn’t been destroyed by sin—but it has been deeply marred.Every human has value—not because of usefulness, but because of who made them.What Went Wrong: The FallSin didn't just break rules—it broke us. It corrupted our minds, wills, and desires.We are not merely “mistakers” but rebels against a holy God.Only Christ can restore what was broken in the Fall.Modern Confusion about IdentityFrom gender to purpose to morality, people are redefining the self apart from God.The biblical story confronts this by reorienting identity around Creator and Redeemer, not personal autonomy.The gospel speaks powerfully into the identity crisis of our age.The Hope of RedemptionJesus is the perfect image of God—and by faith in Him, we are being renewed into that image.Sanctification is not about self-improvement, but about restoration.Leaders must model this: humble, Christ-centered transformation.Notable Quotes
“We don't define ourselves—God does. And He does so with clarity and compassion.”“The image of God gives every person dignity. Sin doesn't erase it, but it does distort it.”“We're not just people who mess up—we're rebels in need of grace.”“When we try to create our identity apart from God, we lose ourselves.”“Christ isn’t just an example—He’s the restoration of the human image.”“Sanctification isn’t polishing up the old self; it’s becoming who God made us to be.”“Leadership isn’t about asserting identity—it’s about reflecting Christ.”
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