The Believers' Identification

Although this book was first published in 1945, you will find the verbiage old-fashion and some details trivial, but what a powerful message it delivers! Once our eyes have been opened to see and understand the mighty sacrifice and work done at the Cross by Jesus, then our perception of who we are and who God is will change our heart forever!

Psalm 51:10-11 

 Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me. Do not cast me away from Your presence, and do not take Your Holy Spirit from me.  

It will also change the way you think  

  

   

Romans 12:1-2 

I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.

Chapter 1

Speaks about identifying with The Cross. In your own words explain what new thing you learned about yourself and the Cross.

Which scriptures helped you to understand who you are? Write them out.

How would you explain The Cross? Remember to keep it simple (as if explaining it to a child).

How did your understanding about the Cross change?

Dying to our flesh will be a lifetime goal. Read Colossians 3:5-8 and meditate on it. Can you see some things that you need to crucify to the Cross?

In Luke 9:23, Jesus said, “If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily and follow me”. In our own strength this is impossible.

Read Colossians 3:1-2 and share how it ministers to your heart.

Let’s look at Colossians 3:12-17 to get a clear picture of how we should walk in Christ. Do you see some things that can be added to your walk daily?

It is our desire to mature and to have a closer walk with God. Write a prayer for strength and wisdom. 

Let’s close this chapter with this scripture, 1 Corinthians 1:18: 

For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing,

but to us who are being saved it is the power of God.

Thought for The Week

Remember who you are in Christ and remind others. Be ready to share the gospel and the hope of Jesus Christ.