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once where these different identities appear
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inconsistent.”
Furthermore, our identities relate to our basic values.
These values in turn, dictate the choices we make (e.g.,
relationships, career, what we choose to believe). These
choices reflect who we are and what we value. For
example, we can assume that the investment banker
values money, while the college professor values
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education and helping students. We can agree that a
woman who identifies as a mother, highly values the
welfare of her children. Similarly, we may assume that
someone who identifies themselves based on physical
appearance or ethnicity, i.e. so-called race focused
(sociological definition) values the culture associated
with their concept of race. Likewise, we may accept that
someone who embraces a Biblical perspective of race is
more likely to value the culture of the Kingdom of GOD
over a worldly ethos.
Why is this important in the context of this manuscript?
Our identity, which reflects our values mirrors our
hearts. Our heart conditions impact our minds, which
govern our will, thoughts, perceptions and ultimately
our actions. Our actions in turn further embolden our
thoughts, minds and will, which ultimately impacts the
condition of hearts. 1Samuel 16:7; But the LORD said to
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