I Am a Child of God: How to Know This Truth Deep in Your Soul
I am a child of God—a truth that changes everything. Yet so many of us struggle to grasp what this really means for our everyday lives. We hear the words, maybe even believe them intellectually, but do we live like we believe them?
When we truly understand our identity as God’s beloved children, everything shifts. The way we see ourselves. The way we face our struggles. The way we walk through both the messy and the beautiful moments of life. This isn’t just a nice religious phrase—it’s a powerful reality that has the strength to transform us from the inside out.
I was nearly eight months pregnant, huge, exhausted, and hobbling around in a medical boot after a clumsy fall. Yet somehow, there I was — sprinting across the zoo after my fast-moving 2-year-old. My foot throbbed, my belly bounced, and I could feel dozens of eyes watching as I waddled through the crowd, trying to stop him from charging straight toward the “Do Not Enter” gate near the lions.
Can you picture it? The giggles? The eye rolls? The whispered comments?
I Wasn’t Living Like I Believed That I Am a Child of God
What shook me most wasn’t the running. It was the judgmental stares from the two women I was with. Their toddlers weren’t acting like mine, and in that moment, insecurity wrapped around my heart like a tight grip.
Suddenly, one small moment spiraled into a flood of thoughts:
Maybe I’m not doing this motherhood thing right.
Maybe I’m failing.
Maybe I’m not enough.
Have you been there? Has insecurity ever risen up in you unexpectedly—during a mistake, a conflict, a setback, or a moment of comparison?
“Dear children, you belong to God. So you have won the victory over these people, because the one who is in you is greater than the one who is in the world.”
-1 John 4:4 GW
This verse is a powerful reminder that your worth is not defined by circumstances, people, mistakes, or emotions. Instead, your identity rests in one profound Truth.
You are a child of God.
And this truth, my friend, changes everything.
Why Insecurity Shows Up — Even When We Know the Truth
No matter how strong our faith, insecurity can slip into our thoughts and shake what we believe. It creeps in during life’s hard moments—the ones we can’t control, the ones that leave us feeling unsafe and exposed.
Moments like rejection and betrayal. Failure that leaves us questioning everything. The wounds of abuse that won’t seem to heal. The sting of jealousy, the weight of bitterness, or anger we can’t shake. And the shame that is often the relentless voice that tells us we’re not enough.
These experiences chip away at our confidence and whisper lies about who we are. They tell us we’re not worthy, not loved, not enough. And if we’re not careful, we start believing those lies more than we believe the truth.
But friend, God never intended for His children to live in insecurity or fear. He created us for a life rooted in His unshakable love and the security of knowing exactly whose we are.
Before I Knew I Was a Child of God, Insecurity Ruled My Life
From as early as I can remember, insecurity was shaping how I saw myself. I didn’t yet understand what it meant to be loved and chosen by God, so I started looking everywhere else for proof that I mattered.
I measured my worth by people’s reactions to me. By my mistakes and my successes. By whether I failed or won.
The equation was painfully simple: Success meant I was worthy. Failure meant I was worthless.
I looked to the world—not God—to define me. And insecurity happily took the throne of my heart.
Why Knowing You Are a Child of God Changes Everything
Can you say “I am a child of God” and truly feel the weight of that truth?
We’re living in chaotic, uncertain times. Fear, anger, pressure, and instability seem to rule our emotions. Mental health struggles are at an all-time high. And honestly? I think I know why.
Long before you were ever a thought here on earth, God created you with loving detail and devotion. That deep longing you feel in your soul? It’s for the One who has loved you since before time began. We’ve all felt it. Every person since the beginning of time has felt it. It’s the longing that, when fulfilled, makes us whole and able to live differently.
But our culture has drifted so far from this foundational truth. Which makes it more important than ever for you to know this:
Your identity is not found in what you do, but in who God says you are.
When you believe God’s Word, everything changes. You act differently. Think differently. Live more confidently. You overcome fear and insecurity not because you’ve mustered up enough strength, but because you’re standing on something solid—the truth of whose you are.
And when you truly know your value in Christ? You stop walking in defeat and start walking in victory.
Why We Need God’s Word to Break Insecurity
If we want to overcome insecurity and walk fully as God’s children, it starts with Scripture. What we believe determines how we live.
God’s Word reshapes our mindset, which includes the way we think about ourselves and our circumstances. It rebuilds our self-worth from the ground up. It changes how we respond to life’s challenges. And most importantly, it anchors our identity in something that can never be shaken.
When everything around us feels uncertain—global crises, racial tension, economic fear, family challenges—God’s truth becomes our stability. It’s the solid ground beneath our feet when the world is spinning out of control.
Spiritual Growth Requires Discipline—But It’s Worth It
Living as a child of God doesn’t happen overnight. It’s a daily journey of choosing truth over lies.
And friend, the enemy will try to convince you to delay. To put it off until tomorrow. To tell yourself you’re too busy or too far gone. But here’s what I’ve learned: insecurity loses its power when we stand firm in the truth of who God is and who He says we are.
Below are 7 Bible verses to strengthen your identity as a child of God. I want to encourage you to commit them to memory. Read your Bible consistently, even if it’s just one verse at a time. Let God’s Word reshape how you see yourself.
Because here’s the reality. All bad habits tend to return if we don’t keep them in check. Insecurity is no different. An unhealthy thought life can slip back in so easily if we’re not intentional about filling our minds with truth.
So commit these verses to memory. Begin reading your Bible—one verse, chapter, and book at a time. If you missed the beginning of this series, you can start at the beginning about God’s love HERE. Then sign up so that you can download your free journal, where you’ll find each week’s Bible verses, focus questions, and prayers to guide you forward.
7 Bible Verses to Help You Live as a Child of God
*** Remember, each of these verses holds a page in the Journal, too!
Sunday: God Chose You on Purpose
You are chosen, appointed, and deeply loved.
“You didn’t choose me… I chose you…” — John 15:16 (MSG)
Monday: God Designed You with Great Care
If God puts this much detail into a flower, imagine the care He put into creating you.
“Consider the lilies… even Solomon was not dressed like one of these.” — Matthew 6:27–29 (TLV)
Tuesday: God Completely Forgives You
Your past is wiped clean. Shame no longer defines you.
“If we confess… He forgives and cleanses us.” — 1 John 1:9 (GW)
Wednesday: You Belong in God’s Family
Your place in God’s kingdom is secure.
“You’re no longer strangers… You belong here.” — Ephesians 2:19–22 (MSG)
Thursday: God Treasures You
God values you so deeply that He would trade nations for you.
“You’re mine… That’s how much I love you.” — Isaiah 43:1–4 (MSG)
Friday: You Are God’s Masterpiece
You are created with purpose and designed for good.
“We are God’s masterpiece…” — Ephesians 2:10 (NLT)
Saturday: There Is No Condemnation for You
You don’t have to carry guilt, shame, or past mistakes.
“There is no condemnation…” — Romans 8:1 (NLT)
These Bible verses about insecurity will consistently remind you of who you truly are. But friend, I challenge you not to stop here. Dig into your Bible. Again and again, you will find the beautiful Truth of God’s unfailing love for you.
A Prayer to Live Confidently as a Child of God
Dear Jesus, Today I humbly come to You in acknowledgment of how little I really have under control. The world is turned upside down, and my peace wavers. Anxiety wants to take over. But I know that You are God and You are on the throne. You are bigger than any calamity or struggle I may ever face. Father, I want to rest in the knowledge that I am a child of God. I am Yours. So, today I set the reflection of the world down and pick up Your reflection — calm, steady, and unwavering. A reflection of righteousness, love, and mercy. Make me whole in You, Jesus. Make my heart overflow with You. In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen
A Time to Reflect: Week 5 Focus Questions
- Do you find yourself in comparison mode at times? Or maybe often? How do you tend to feel after a session of social media comparisons?
- From where do you most often define your value or worth? What could change if you determined that worth from God alone?
- Finally, which of this week’s Bible verses resonated most with you? Write it on a card, on your mirror with a dry-erase marker, or hang it on your refrigerator. Repeat it every day this week. Read it out loud. Pray it. Ask God to reveal Himself to you through it.
Wait, There’s an Extra Challenge!
When I created a full course on identity in Christ a while ago, I also created an interactive 5-minute quiz. It gives insight as to how well you see yourself as a reflection of Christ versus a reflection of an ever-changing and often angry world.
Join Us for the Series: For When You Want to Know God’s Unconditional Love
Use the links below to check out the entire series!
For When You Long to Know God’s Unconditional Love
This Is Why You Need to Know the Character of God
Finally, here’s what you get with the series:
- Each week, I will give you Bible verses, a prayer, questions to ponder, and extra resources.
- Plus, I’ve created a printable journal to help you walk through the series. Each page will have scripture at the top and an area for you to journal your thoughts and answers to the challenge questions found in each post. The journal is available free to all subscribers.
