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CHRISTIAN,
WHO ARE YOU?
YOUR AMAZING GOD-GIVEN IDENTITY
BY MARK J. CARES
Christians often identify themselves by their actions and circumstances, by the state they are in. But, in the Bible, God identifies us by the status he bestows on us - a status won for us by Jesus. Our God-given status is truly amazing. Instead of seeing us as guilty, God declares us not guilty in Christ. Instead of berating us as sinners, he addresses as saints. Instead of designating us as his enemies, he has adopted us as his children and heirs.
No more guilt! No more shame! No more fear!
Not only that. A Christian also has a wonderful new state in Christ. We are new creations. God now lives in us. He gives us a wonderful high calling and sets us up for success
In Christ, we have a wonderful new identity!
“A must read for all Christians!”
- William Woodington, author of Whatever is True: A Christian View of Anxiety
“Christian, Who Are You? unpacks God’s transformational promises in Christ and will completely change the way you look in the mirror”
- Jon Leach, President of Truth in Love Ministry
“This is a book you will want to read and share with others.”
- Phil Koelpin, former board chairman of WELS World Missions
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About mark
Mark grew up close to Detroit and remains a long-suffering Detroit sports fan. He has been a pastor for over 40 years. He planted a mission congregation in Boulder, Colorado, pastored a congregation in Idaho for many years, and founded Truth In Love Ministry (tilm.org).
He has been married to Bonnie for close to fifty years. He has been blessed with five children and twelve grandchildren.
OTHER BOOKS BY MARK j. cares
god-the ultimate humanitarian
THE STORY OF HOW GOD KEEPS ON GIVING
Moses could only see the after-glow of God's glory. The prophet Isaiah cried out, "Woe to me," after seeing God in a vision. The apostle Paul talks about hearing unfathomable things in heaven.
God is greater than anything we can imagine. The list of God's amazing characteristics is long. He is all powerful. He is all-knowing. He is eternal. The list goes on and on. God is truly incredible.
It's against the background of God's magnificent majesty that his love for humanity shines brilliantly. Why would such a Supreme Being be concerned for creatures who had so thoroughly rebelled against him? That, too, is incredible.
God—The Ultimate Humanitarian explores God's amazing love for humanity. Through 20 brief chapters, it considers 20 different facets of this love. It convincingly shows that God is the ultimate humanitarian.
SPEAKING THE TRUTH IN LOVE TO MORMONS
BUILD BRIDGES NOT BARRIERS
Some Christians try to debate Mormons on topics like God’s nature or the history or Mormonism. Speaking the Truth in Love to Mormons places the gospel of Jesus Christ at the center of discussion in witnessing. It has been transformational in helping many Christians better understand Mormons and how best to reach them.
Part One explores Mormon theology, culture and the stress points Mormons face. Part Two details our unique approach to witnessing, focusing on speaking God's Word to them in their own language rather than debating Mormon history or beliefs. Speaking the Truth in Love to Mormons also includes a 40-page "Dictionary of Mormonese."
CROSSING THE CHASM
HELPING MORMONS DISCOVER THE BRIDGE TO GOD
There is only one bridge to God.
Jesus said, "I am the way" (John 14:6). Tragically, Mormons don't realize the bridge they're on will never reach God. God can use you to change that.
Crossing the Chasm exposes the differences between the bridge Mormonism proposes and the biblical bridge - differences which are often obscured. Mark and Jon also offer practical tips for talking with Mormons so they too can experience the confidence of standing on Christ alone.
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