Paul referred to himself as a man in Christ. That was his true identity, and as believers, it is our true identity. How reassuring it is to know that I have been placed into His very life, and that I am His and not on my own. This truth has become such reality to me especially in the early morning hours when I am awakened with pain or when I am awakened with the stresses of life. The first thing I do is thank the Lord that I am in Christ and that my life belongs to Him. At that moment, I am filled with His peace and the confidence His peace brings. I encourage you to take what I shared out for a spin. When you are hit with any stress or anxiety, start thanking the Lord that you are in Christ, and rest in the assurance that He has everything under control.
