30 Declarations of Your Identity in Christ (plus Free Identity in Christ List Printable)
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Have you ever felt like you were not truly living in the free life that is talked about in the Bible? That you seem to be missing some important piece of the Christian life puzzle? Are you feeling burdened continuing to carry depression, guilt, and shame from your sin past and present? That is exactly how I felt for most of my Christian life. But I have good news! That is not the life God has for us as His children! This identity in Christ list will help show you who you really are and the life you were created to live.
It wasn’t until I started to learn about who God was, and His incredible love for me that I started to understand that there was more to this Christian life than I thought possible. I wasn’t “serving” a harsh Father, but I was adopted into a new spiritual family that not only showered me with grace and love but allowed me to have my inheritance now! If identity in Christ is a new concept for you, I encourage you to read this post or look at these resources for more information.
What are declarations about identity in Christ?
A declaration is defined as a formal or explicit statement or announcement. A declaration about identity in Christ is a truth about who you are in Christ that you are declaring over yourself and other believers. It is something you can do alone or with a group. It is speaking a truth out loud whether you believe it in the moment or not.
The Bible is full of declarations of who you are as a believer. It is also full of declarations about who God is. Learning both of these truths will transform your Christian walk from shame to joy and guilt to freedom. You can’t fully believe who you are in Christ until you start believing God is who He says He is.
Why do we need to do declarations?
Declarations are an important exercise to do as believers, especially speaking them out loud. It releases light and truth into the atmosphere that we walk in. It reminds us who we are in Christ and the victory we have to live in. It helps retrain our thinking to stand on the truth and not believe the lies of the enemy.
It takes time to retrain our thoughts to believe some of these truths from the identity in Christ list. It goes against maybe what you were taught to believe growing up or what you’ve seen and experienced from other believers. It goes against what the enemy is trying to get you to believe about yourself. So it is important to regularly speak these truths over yourself over and over again until you believe they are true. And then some more to speak it out so the enemy knows you believe they are true. Once you start believing and living these truths, you will experience more freedom and joy than you ever thought possible!!
Your Identity in Christ List
The following identity in Christ list will help point you to who you are now that you are a believer. Each truth is back up by Scripture. You can print out the printable list or write out your own copy to have these truths handy every day. Keep them close and read them often and see how God begins transforming your mind and life!
- I am a new creation. 2 Corinthians 5:17
- I am a child of God. John 1:12
- I am a co-heir in Christ’s inheritance. Romans 8:17, Galatians 4:6-7
- I am a citizen of heaven and seated there right now. Philippians 3:20, Ephesians 2:6
- I am dearly and unconditionally loved. Romans 8:38-39
- I am the salt and light of the world. Matthew 5:13-14
- God will provide for all of my needs. Matthew 6:25-33
- I am forgiven and free from the guilt of sin. 2 Corinthians 5:18-19, Colossians 2:13-15, Hebrews 9:26
- I am a saint. Hebrews 10:10, Ephesians 1:1
- I am a temple of the Holy Spirit. 1 Corinthians 3:16, 6:19-20
- I am a stranger in this world. 1 Peter 2:11
- The enemy cannot hurt me. 1 John 5:18
- I am righteous and holy. 2 Corinthians 5:21, Ephesians 4:24
- I am hidden in God with Christ. Colossians 3:3
- I am a member of Christ’s body with specific gifts and purposes. Ephesians 2:10, 1 Corinthians 12:4-11
- I was knit together in my mother’s womb for specific Kingdom purposes. Psalm 139:13-16
- I walk in victory. 1 John 5:4
- I am chosen. John 15:16, Colossians 3:12, 1 Thessalonians 1:4, 1 Peter 2:9-10
- I have everything I need for life and godliness. 2 Peter 1:3-4
- I am part of God’s family. Ephesians 2:19
- I am a daughter/son of light and darkness cannot overtake me. 1 Thessalonians 5:5
- I am an enemy of the devil. 1 Peter 5:8
- I have purpose while I am still on earth, and God does not waste a day of my life. Psalm 139:16, Psalm 138:8, Philippians 1:6
- God is working all things for my good and His glory. Romans 8:28
- I do not battle flesh and blood but evil forces of darkness and are equipped to fight and win the battle. Ephesians 6:10-18
- I am Christ’s friend. John 15:15
- I have a heavenly calling. Hebrews 3:1
- I share Christ’s life. Hebrews 3:14
- I am a living stone used to build a spiritual house. 1 Peter 2:4-5
- I have the mind of Christ and reflect Him. 1 John 3:2, 1 Corinthians 2:16
How to use your Identity in Christ List
Take this copy of the list or make your own copy or notecards to keep around your house. Keep it in places that you will see it often. I recommend reading it out loud when you wake up every day as a way to set your mind right first thing. Also when you are struggling with believing something, maybe even a specific truth from this list, have it handy to read out loud the truths to fight the lie and struggle in the moment. It would also be good to read the Scriptures out loud when you are struggling in any specific area.
This may seem tedious and repetitive, but that is how retraining your brain works. It takes time and persistence. Lies that you have believed since childhood or that are deeply ingrained from a traumatic experience will take time to rewire to these truths. But the more you do it, the easier it becomes – not to just read them out loud but to actually start believing them. It may be good to tackle some of the ones that are hard for you to believe one at a time, conquering one truth before moving onto another.
God will use this practice to bring freedom, joy, and new life to you. He is faithful and good wanting you to not just live but thrive in your life in Him. He loves you more than you could ever understand and wants you to live in this free gift of grace and mercy He’s given you. Prayerfully seek Him on these things and cling to Him when you doubt or worry. He will bring healing and restoration to your life through His sacrifice.
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