Questioning Christianity with Tim Keller

Identity Q&A

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May 24, 2022
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INSIGHT

Christian Identity: Inside and Out

  • Christian identity involves both looking inward for self-knowledge and outward to God.
  • Knowing God and yourself increases together, creating a cyclical process of growth.
ANECDOTE

Peter's Misplaced Bravery

  • Peter's mistaken bravery highlights the danger of basing identity on self-perception rather than Christ's love.
  • His denial of Jesus stemmed from his performance-based identity, making him unable to accept his weakness.
INSIGHT

Fragility of Self-Based Happiness

  • Happiness based on meeting personal standards is fragile and vulnerable to failure.
  • A Christian identity offers a more robust foundation, grounded in God's unchanging love.
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