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I Am. . .

Written by David Mitchell

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126 pages, about 3 hours of reading

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A phrase we often use when describing ourselves is “I am.” For many, when we look at ourselves and describe what we see, it is not what God intends. We see ourselves through the lens of the way life has shaped us rather than the vison God has of us. We need the corrective lens of God's word guided by His Holy Spirit to correct our vision. You might ask, “What would be different about the way God sees me than the way I see myself?” Quite simply, God knows all there is to know about you. He knows you better than you know yourself. When God sees you, He sees you through the filter of His plans for you—and His plans are significant. When you see yourself through the eyes of God, He enables you to finish the phrase beginning with “I am” in a different way. This book challenges you to complete the thought using the same language to describe yourself God would use. Once you see yourself through the eyes of God, this vision will set you up for success, giving you an outward focus and purposeful excitement as you wake up every morning.

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  • about 8 hours
  • beginner
  • Uplifting
  • Inspirational
  • Reflective

I Am. . . by David Mitchell is a spiritual self-help guide challenging readers to redefine their self-perception through the lens of God's perspective. The book posits that individuals often see themselves through the filters of past experiences and societal conditioning, leading to a distorted self-image contrary to divine intent. Mitchell advocates for a 'corrective lens' provided by God's word and the Holy Spirit, enabling readers to understand their true identity and purpose as envisioned by their creator. By encouraging a shift from negative self-talk to divinely inspired 'I am' statements, the book aims to foster an outward-focused, purposeful, and successful life rooted in a profound sense of God-given identity.

“"The way you see yourself is often a reflection of life's wounds, not God's truth."”

Key themes

Identity and Self-Perception
This is the core theme. The book explores how individuals perceive themselves, often through the 'lens of the way life has shaped us,' contrasting this with 'the vision God has of us.' It challenges readers to dismantle self-limiting beliefs and embrace a divinely ordained identity, recognizing that true self-knowledge comes from understanding God's perspective.
Divine Purpose and God's Plan
Integral to understanding one's true identity is recognizing that it is intrinsically linked to God's specific plans. The book emphasizes that God's perspective is not arbitrary but deeply intentional, viewing each individual through the 'filter of His plans' which are described as 'significant.' This theme provides a motivational framework for readers, suggesting that embracing God's view unlocks a purposeful existence.
Spiritual Transformation and Renewal
The book is fundamentally a call to spiritual transformation. It outlines a process through which an individual's internal world is renewed by aligning with divine truth. This transformation is not superficial but deep-seated, facilitated by 'the corrective lens of God's word guided by His Holy Spirit,' leading to a changed mindset and a new way of living.

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