This pattern appears throughout Scripture: God always confirms our identity before releasing us into our destiny. 

The central revelation here is profound yet simple: we become what we consistently gaze upon. Just like we check a mirror for lettuce in our teeth, we need to become equally diligent about looking into the mirror of God's Word.

"If you can't believe that you are what Jesus says you are, you will never be able to move past who you say you are."