Being a teenager is one of the hardest callings there is. It’s not easy to know who you are or what you should do, and none of your peers seem to know either. In this accessible and Scripture-rich devotional, Lindsey Carlson helps teen readers see that their daily questions about identity and purpose have one answer: Jesus. It’s a book I’m eager to share with the young people in my life.
There are a few matters more important, more urgent, and more essential for teenagers to establish than the matter of identity. Lindsey’s book brings the powerful combination of biblical wisdom and a mother’s heart to the matter. She gently and persuasively encourages teenagers to find their identity in the only place—or better said, the only Person—who can ultimately satisfy.
Created. Beloved. Forgiven. These are not words teenagers usually use to define themselves. Throughout Identity, Carlson shows teens this is exactly how God sees his children. This devotional is a timely breath of fresh air in our identity-confused society. Rich with Scripture and practical examples, it will empower teens to own who they are in Christ. Carlson invites teenagers to stop wrestling with their identities and start resting in Christ.
What a well-crafted and timely message for teens today who are bombarded with false messages about identity around every corner. These short chapters are brief enough to keep teens engaged but deep enough to provide rich spiritual truths in a practical way.
Lindsey Carlson understands that teenagers struggle (we all struggle) to find our identity in Christ rather than in the labels and categories the world offers. With wisdom and compassion, Carlson reassures her readers that the security and belovedness we find in Christ far surpass anything we can find elsewhere. At a time when “identity” is a buzzy and confusing topic for us all, this book will ground teenagers in the truth of Scripture and help them stand firm on the Rock who is Christ.
In a world where teens face constant pressures to define themselves by anything other than the truth of God’s Word, Identity emerges as a vital resource. This transformative devotional offers biblical wisdom on key identity issues and other relevant topics commonly encountered by teens. The daily reflections, prayers, and action steps will not only engage teens but also encourage them to anchor their lives in Christ amidst the challenges of growing up in an identity-shaping culture. A must-read for all teens who want to embrace who God says they are.
