by Thomson K. Mathew (Author)
The world loves to place labels on people-even on followers of Christ. It's difficult to see yourself as God sees you. But Thomson K. Mathew has created a three-dimensional model of Holy Spirit-empowered Christian identity that allows believers to remain whole in a broken world.
Part 1, "Discovering Your Identity in God's Family," discusses the importance of your identity as a child of God, a disciple of Jesus, a citizen of God's kingdom, and a person made whole through faith. Part 2, "Discovering Your Purpose in God's Call," discusses your calling as a hope-filled healer, believer, worshipper, leader, missionary, and prophet. Part 3, "Discovering Your Power in God's Spirit," dives into your position as the temple of the Holy Spirit, your gifts and blessings, and your place among God's living saints. Mathew ends his book with a call to action focusing on your God-given anointing and empowerment through the Holy Spirit to fulfill your specific purpose on Earth.
God wants you to know who you are in Him. Mathew's prayer is that you'll begin to see your own beauty and purpose so that you may walk in the knowledge that you are a powerful child of God
Author Biography
National and international church and conference speaker Thomson K. Mathew has worn many ministerial hats, from pastor and chaplain to seminary professor and college dean. He is a board-certified member of the Association of Professional Chaplains and a clinical member of the Association for Clinical Pastoral Education. His theological and academic background spans multiple countries. He received his BS from Kerala University in India, MDiv and STM from Yale University Divinity School, DMin from Oral Roberts University, and EdD from Oklahoma State University.
Mathew has written various book chapters and journal articles on topics such as pastoral care, healing, and leadership. His other books include Spirit-Led Ministry in the 21st Century, What Will Your Tombstone Say?, and Ministry between Miracles.
Mathew is currently the professor of pastoral care at Oral Roberts University. He is married to Molly, and together they have two daughters and two grandsons