Stolen Identity: Fighting Back Against the Enemy’s Lies

Ever feel like you’re not good enough? Like you don’t measure up to everyone else? Or maybe you’re constantly comparing yourself to others on social media, wishing you were more like them. That’s the enemy at work, trying to steal your identity and make you forget who you truly are in Christ.

But don’t worry! We’re going to learn how to fight back and stand strong in the truth of God’s word.

The Enemy’s Tactics

The enemy, also known as the devil or Satan, is a master of deception. He loves to whisper lies into our minds, trying to make us doubt ourselves and our value in God’s eyes. Here are some of his favourite tricks:

• Self-doubt: “You’re not good enough.” “You’ll never amount to anything.” “You’re a failure.”
• Comparison: “Everyone else is prettier, smarter, more talented than you.” “You’ll never be as popular or successful as them.”
• Fear: “You’re not worthy of God’s love.” “You’re going to mess up and God will reject you.”

Fighting Back with the Truth

The good news is that we don’t have to listen to the enemy’s lies! We have a powerful weapon against him: the truth of God’s word. Here are some truths to remember:

• You are God’s masterpiece: Ephesians 2:10 says, “For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.”
• You are loved unconditionally: Romans 8:38-39 says, “For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.”
• You are forgiven: 1 John 1:9 says, “If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.”

Finding Security in Christ

When we base our identity on what God says about us, we can stand firm against the enemy’s lies. Here are some ways to find security in Christ:

• Read the Bible: Spend time in God’s word and let His truth sink deep into your heart.
• Pray: Talk to God about your struggles and ask Him to help you overcome the enemy’s lies.
• Surround yourself with positive influences: Spend time with people who encourage you and build you up in your faith.

Discussion Questions

• What are some of the lies that the enemy has tried to tell you about yourself?
• How have you experienced God’s truth combating those lies?
• What are some practical steps you can take to find your security in Christ alone?
• How can you help others who are struggling with identity theft?
• What are some Bible verses that speak truth into your identity in Christ?

Prayer

Dear God, thank you for loving me unconditionally and for making me your child. Help me to recognise and reject the enemy’s lies. Fill me with your truth and give me the strength to stand firm in my identity in Christ. Amen.

Blessing

May you be filled with the confidence that comes from knowing who you are in Christ. May you stand strong against the enemy’s lies and live a life of freedom and victory.

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