Who am I?
I was a "man after God’s own heart," yet I struggled with my identity as a king when I failed to lead my own household.
David
This name, revealed to Moses at the burning bush, defines God’s identity as the self-existent "I Am."
Yahweh (Jehovah)
This rainbow-colored sign was given to Noah as a symbol of God's covenant identity with the earth.
Rainbow (Genesis 9:13)
According to 2 Corinthians 5:17, "Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the __________ has come: The old has gone, the new is here!" (NIV)
New Creation
This disciple pretended to be a loyal friend with a kiss, while his true identity was that of a betrayer.
Judas (Luke 22:47-48)
Once a "Supplanter" or deceiver, my identity was literally renamed to "Struggles with God" after a midnight wrestling match.
Jacob (Israel)
This name of God means provider, ensuring that He is the one who provides for our needs.
Jehovah Jireh (Genesis 22:14)
This garment worn by Joseph was a symbol of a father’s favor and Joseph's unique identity among his brothers.
Tunic (coat of many colors) (Genesis 37:3)
1 Peter 2:9- "But you are a chosen people, a ____ _________, a holy nation, God’s special possession, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light. "
To get his father’s blessing, Jacob wore hairy animal skins on his arms to pretend he was this brother.
Esau (Genesis 27:22-23)
I viewed myself as a "blasphemer and persecutor" until a light on the road to Damascus gave me a new name and mission.
Paul (Previously Saul)
A Hebrew term meaning “God, Creator, Mighty and Strong”, highlighting God’s power, majesty, and creative authority
Elohim (Genesis 17:7)
This New Testament ritual symbolizes a believer’s identity in the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus.
Jesus told His followers they are these two metaphors for the world: one provides flavor/preservation, the other provides vision.
Salt and Light (Matthew 5: 13-14)
Seeking a word from the dead, this King of Israel stripped off his royal robes and entered the house of a medium at Endor in disguise.
Saul (1 Samuel 28:8)
When Jesus asked, "Who do people say I am?" the crowds incorrectly guessed He was Elijah or this recently beheaded prophet.
John the Baptist
This Hebrew name, El Shaddai, emphasizes God’s identity as the "All-Sufficient One" or "God Almighty.
El Shaddai (Genesis 17:1)
According to Exodus, the Israelites were told to put this on their doorposts so they would be identified as God's people and spared.
Lamb's blood (Exodus 12:7)
Ephesians 1 says believers are marked with this "seal" as a deposit guaranteeing their inheritance.
Holy Spirit (verses 13,14)
Jesus warned his followers to watch out for "false prophets" who come to you in this "clothing," but are actually wolves.
Sheep's clothing (Matthew 7:15)
I identified as a "cupbearer" to the King, but my true calling was a rebuilder of the walls of Jerusalem.
Nehemiah
Meaning “Lord” or “Master”, emphasizing God’s authority and humanity’s need to submit in reverence
Adonai (Genesis 15:2)
This specific object was placed inside the Ark of the Covenant to permanently identify the tribe of Levi as the chosen priesthood after it miraculously blossomed.
Aaron’s Rod (Numbers 17:8)
Romans 8:17 "And if we are children, then we are _____, ____ of God and co-heirs with Christ, if indeed we suffer with Him, so that we may also be glorified with Him"
Heirs
Leah’s father, Laban, tricked Jacob by having her wear this during the wedding so Jacob wouldn't know she wasn't Rachel.
Veil? (Genesis 29:23-25)