Asks Quote by J. I. Packer
“Do I as a Christian understand myself? Do I know my own real identity? My own real destiny? I am a child of God, God is my Father; heaven is my home; every day is one day nearer. My Saviour is my brother; every Christian is my brother too. Say it over and over again to yourself first thing in the morning, last thing at night, as you wait for the bus, any time when your mind is free, and ask God that you may be enabled to live as one who knows it is all utterly and completely true. For this is the Christians secret of the Christian life, of a God-honouring life.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Knowing God, J. I. Packer, 1973
Self‑knowledge through Christian identity involves affirming one's divine relationship repeatedly, shaping a God‑honoring life.
In simple terms: Know yourself as God's child.
Key Takeaway
Repeat affirmations to align actions with faith.
Themes
faith
identity
spiritual practice
Mood
devotional
reflective
Type
spiritual
practical
When to use this quote
- morning prayer
- night reflection
- commuting meditation
- journaling
Key Concepts
affirmation
self‑realization
divine relationship
Questions to Reflect On
- What does being a child of God mean to you?
- How can you embody this identity daily?
A Different Perspective
May become rote without genuine reflection.
