Identity

I think that much of my Christianity has to do with knowing who I am.  Part of the remarkable change in Christ  requires self awareness to properly ascertain what God has changed within me.  There is a striking difference between where my self perceived identity lies and where He walks in to change my heart in accordance with His promise to make me whole.  The transformation is subtle in some cases, because it is change within myself that I have longed for but was unable to attain on my own (i.e. inner peace).  Other changes are remarkably obvious, because there isn’t any way I could have fathomed the transformation in my own capacity (i.e. having a love for His church and people.)  The familiarity with my self identity has led me to understand that there are certain bona fide traits within me that cannot be removed, like my resilience and determination.  It is comforting to know that my individuality is not being removed in Christ, but rather made much more undivided in His care.