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Finding Identity in Christ and Breaking Free from Lies
Life can often feel like a whirlwind—especially when you’re caught between expectations, responsibilities, and your inner struggles. Maybe you’re balancing a demanding job or taking care of your family, or perhaps you’re trying to figure out where you fit in amidst your friendships or community. You may even be dealing with more silent battles—feeling inadequate, unsure of your purpose, or grappling with constant comparisons. And in the midst of all this, you’ve likely heard about finding your identity in Christ. But what does that even mean, and how does it fit into everything else going on in your life? In moments like these, it’s easy to lose sight of who we are. Our identity can become wrapped up in what others think of us or what society tells us we should be. But here’s the truth: your worth is not determined by your career, your social status, your relationships, or even your own mistakes and failures. Your true identity is rooted in Christ, and your worth comes from being a child of God. Today, let’s dig into what it means to find your identity and worth in Christ, and how to embrace this life-changing truth in practical ways. Why Does…
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Breaking Free from the Lies: Overcoming Negative Core Beliefs with God’s Truth
Have you ever found yourself stuck in a mental loop, replaying the same hurtful thoughts over and over again? It’s not just the day-to-day struggles that weigh us down—often, it’s those deep, negative core beliefs that keep us feeling lost or inadequate. These lies about ourselves sneak into our minds, whether through painful experiences, comparison to others, or the pressures of cultural expectations. They become the scripts we live by, shaping not only how we see ourselves; but also affecting how we approach our relationships, our dreams, and even our faith, keeping us from living the full, abundant life God has for us. But here’s the good news: those lies don’t define you. God’s truth does. In this post, we’ll take a closer look at some of the most common negative core beliefs and explore how to replace them with the life-giving truth of who God says you are. What Are Negative Core Beliefs? Negative core beliefs are deeply ingrained, often unconscious thoughts about ourselves that shape the way we see the world and our place in it. These beliefs usually develop over time as a result of painful experiences, rejection, failure, or comparison to others, and they often get…