As you know, or can know by perusing my website, I occasionally review books, Bible and even products. It’s been a great way for me to share resources with my readers. When I receive a hard copy of a book or Bible, I often prayerfully consider who in my personal life might benefit from receiving my review copy. That has led to a number of wonderful stories as well.
When I asked for a review copy of Identity: Seeing Yourself Through God’s Eyes, it was described as “a month-long, daily devotion designed to help you discover who you are in Christ.”
Two things about that. First, the book offers 28 devotions, and right away my mind went here: It’s a devotional for the month of February. You’re welcome for that glimpse into how my mind works.
The second thing, this is the exact work I’ve been praying over and working to instill in my teenage daughter for years. The world flings any number of ways for us to self-identify, but there is only one way I have found to be all-fulfilling. Only one gives us a peace that passeth all understanding. Only one lets us know we are loved completely and unconditionally. Rooted in Scripture, we must find our identity in Jesus Christ. This book tells readers about that.
And honestly, it’s not only my teenage daughter who needs reminded to shift our perception of self-identity and worth away from worldly things, including trying harder to please God, achieving a certain level of performance to feel good about self, or taking pride in our skills or gifts. (Ouch, more than just material things or status here.)
Let’s take a look inside.
- 28 days of devotions
- Each day begins with one to three Bible verses
- Devotion narratives are about five pages in length, so lengthier than average
- A short prayer concludes each day
Conrad Hilario is the author of Identity. He is the senior pastor at Dwell Community Church out of Columbus, Ohio. Yes, he writes about The University of Ohio; no, as a Michigander I did not count that against him. Here are some devotion titles to give you an idea of the Christian identity covered in this devotional:
- New Creation in Christ
- No Longer Slaves to Sin
- God’s Friend
- Royal Priesthood
- Ambassador
- Conformed to the Image of Chr
You can purchase the book using this link. It would make an excellent gift or small group reading selection.
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