Good morning, Crossroads, and happy Father's Day to all the dads here and online! It's great to see everyone. Today, we continue our series on discovering our true identity in Christ, exploring how we are more than the labels others place on us.

Interestingly, Mother’s Day celebrations span the entire weekend, while Father’s Day often gets just a few hours. Dads, claim your day! We’re diving into 1 John 2 today, focusing on our identity as friends of God. This series has included weekend teachings and resources like the "Friend of God" devotional and our "Simple Faith" podcast.

Reflecting on identity, we often define ourselves by others' perceptions, missing the deeper identity God offers us. Jesus' sacrifice transforms us from enemies to friends of God, a truth that can change everything. However, our identities are often misunderstood, much like my daughter mistaking "Cassius Clay" for a designer name.

Your identity goes beyond names and societal roles. Even as fathers, our true identity is rooted in what God calls us to be. Many struggle with feeling distant from this divine identity, but it is not out of reach. Through abiding in Jesus, we can fully embrace our identity as His friends.

Thank you for listening. For more, visit CrossroadsChristian.org and PastorRustyGeorge.com, and check out our podcast, Simple Faith with Rusty George.