Realize the Power of Your Christian Identity

By Julie Ngwabi

Are You Facing an Identity Crisis?

When Jesus asked, “Who do the crowds say that I am?” in Luke 9:18, He illustrated the importance of identity. The world is constantly creating and assigning, which causes many people go through life confused about who they really are. How can you discover your God-given identity and protect it from the enemy who so desperately wants to steal it from you?

In Realize the Power of Your Christian Identity, author Julie Ngwabi seeks to unmask deceptions and help you live the life God designed especially for you. Using the wisdom of the Scriptures, she leads you on a journey of discovering your true identity and purpose as a born-again believer.

In the midst of a chaotic world, you can enjoy the peace and freedom of knowing that your identity is secure. Jesus Christ has paid the price for you, and has already won the victory. Realize the Power of Your Christian Identity will inspire you to live a meaningful life, pursue a closer walk with your loving heavenly Father, and claim your identity!

• Language: English
• Publisher: Creation House
• Release date: May 7, 2013
• ISBN: 9781621363415

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Julie Ngwabi

REALIZE THE POWER OF YOUR CHRISTIAN IDENTITY

By Julie Ngwabi

Published by Creation House

A Charisma Media Company

600 Rinehart Road

Lake Mary, Florida 32746

www.charismamedia.com

This book or parts thereof may not be reproduced in any form, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form by any means—electronic, mechanical, photocopy, recording, or otherwise—without prior written permission of the publisher, except as provided by United States of America copyright law.

Unless otherwise noted, all Scripture quotations are from the Holy Bible, New International Version. Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984, 2010, 2011, International Bible Society. Used by permission.

Scripture quotations marked KJV are from the King James Version of the Bible.

Design Director: Bill Johnson

Cover design by Nathan Morgan

Copyright © 2013 by Julie Ngwabi

All rights reserved.

Visit the author’s website: www.christianidentity.com.au

Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data:

2012955804

International Standard Book Number: 978-1-62136-340-8

E-book International Standard Book Number:

978-1-62136-341-5

While the author has made every effort to provide accurate telephone numbers and Internet addresses at the time of publication, neither the publisher nor the author assumes any responsibility for errors or for changes that occur after publication.

DEDICATION

THIS BOOK IS dedicated to my loving husband, Bornwell, for his support and encouragement in pursuing the will of God in my life. Also to Arnold, my darling son with a beautiful, kind, gentle spirit. I thank my mother, Jane, for persevering and holding onto her faith during the difficult times. To my dearest sisters, Samkeliso and Saida, and my brothers, Charles and Mgcini; you will always be part of my life.

ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

ITHANK THE HOLY Spirit for His guidance through out the process, without which this book would not have been.

I thank God for Pastor Meredith Baker of Freedom City Church in Sydney; I greatly appreciate your support, prayer, and encouragement, amazing inspiring woman of God.

I will always deeply appreciate the staff at Creation House/Charisma Media, Ann Stoner, Allen Quain, Robert Caggiano, Stephanie Arena, and Brenda Davis. I say, God bless you.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Foreword

Introduction

1 The Different Identities and Titles of Life

2 Salvation: The Source of a Believer’s Identity

3 We Have Been Saved by Grace

4 Only Jesus Can Make Us Whole

5 God’s Spirit Guides Us to Live Out Our True Identities

6 Who We Are Never Lets Go

7 Treasure Your Identity

8 God Never Gives Up on Us

9 God Wants Us to Let Go of the Good Past As Well

10 We Have Been Predestined by God

11 We Are Christ’s Ambassadors

12 We Are Living Epistles for Christ

13 We Are Called to Imitate Christ

14 The Lord Will Fight Our Battles

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FOREWORD

HAVE YOU BEEN guilty of judging by first appearances or first impressions? We can be so easily intimidated by the person who seems to have it all together—they dress well, speak confidently, and appear so self-assured.

How many people wear a mask, put on a good front, strive and struggle to be accepted, spend endless dollars to do what it takes to gain approval, and yet inside remain empty, confused, and even lonely, longing to discover their identity. Just where do I fit? Who am I really? Does anyone care?

Julie’s book magnificently addresses all the above. I have savored every page and have a fresh appreciation of my life and my value, my purpose and, above all, my God. I am precious, important to God, and so are you!

There are many Christians who don’t truly understand their identity in Christ and how it can empower their lives. It is so liberating to unmask the deceptions we once settled for.

Society globally has radically changed with the increase of cross-pollination of cultures, creating a diversity of lifestyles and traditions. We also have a greater proportion of family domestic complications—and these two lifestyle challenges alone can leave individuals desperately seeking a sense of belonging or searching out their roots in a bid to discover their identity that will confirm they are wanted and loved, and which affirms they do have a purpose on this planet.

I first met Julie when she and her husband attended an evening service in our church. My first impression was that this lady has dignity, presents beautifully, has a graceful, humble confidence, and loves to worship God. I had no idea of her painful childhood in Zimbabwe, the struggles and humiliation she experienced which led to her newfound identity as a believer, aged just fifteen. She then began to navigate her way to victory as she applied the Word of truth. Julie testifies we can all be overcomers and discover as she did that God has a good plan for our lives.

Later when reading her book, it was evident Julie was writing from a personal, life changing experience. It is very engaging. She has a magnificent ability to weave the Word of God into her dialogue so that it strengthens her compelling explanation of every facet of our identity as a child of God, and leaves no doubt that Jesus conquered all life’s challenges so we can live life to the full.

I was repeatedly refreshed to read about various personalities in the Bible whose lives Julie uses to colorfully enhance her explanations of God’s faithfulness and to encourage us that He is always in control, loves us unconditionally, and is a loving Father.

This book will take you on a journey of discovering your new life and new identity as a born-again believer. You won’t want to put it down it’s so easy to read and digest. Julie has been able to unfold so beautifully a truth that will set you free to be the you God planned for you to be. Read it, love it, and live it.

—PASTOR MEREDITH BAKER

FREEDOM CITY CHURCH, SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA

INTRODUCTION

THE WORLD GIVES us different identities from the moment we are born, through life, and up until the very end when we die. From these identities we assume various roles and responsibilities; and these may bring us joy, pride, and a sense of belonging, yet on the other hand stress, pain, and even sadness. Therefore, the number of identities we acquire through the natural process of life can either complement each other or cause strife or conflict in our lives, unless there is a solid foundation from which we can be able to maintain normalcy and stability, apart from which we risk feeling like we are being pulled from different directions. Christians are no exception.

From the instant we are born, before we may even have a name, the midwife or whoever is doing the delivery shouts, It’s a boy! Or, It’s a girl! Right there and then, when we first make our contact with the world, already we are given a title or identity. However, when we get saved or born again, something magnificent happens to us.

There is a great transformation which takes place inside which revolutionizes and changes us forever. We