The Simple Gospel

Psalm 8

The question “Who am I?” is not new. It has been asked in moments of crisis, humility, and longing. Some answer from a humanistic view, reducing man to a product of evolution. Others take a militaristic or self-serving stance, valuing man only for his utility or authority. But the question we must ask is this: Who am I in the eyes of God?

Psalm 8 marvels at the dignity and destiny God gives to man. “What is man, that You think of him, and a son of man, that You are concerned about him?” (Psalm 8:4). It is only from God’s perspective that we learn our true worth. The answers may surprise us—but they will also compel us to live differently.

I. I Am a Sinner Saved by Grace
Sin entered the world through Adam, and with it came the brokenness of humanity. “For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God” (Romans 3:23). Left to ourselves, we are lost, deceived, and without hope (1 John 1:8; Jeremiah 10:23).

But God did not leave us there. “For by grace you have been saved through faith; and this is not of yourselves, it is the gift of God” (Ephesians 2:8). Grace is not permission to remain in sin; it is the power to be transformed. If I know I am saved only by grace, I will never be arrogant—but always grateful.

II. I Am of Value to God
Paul wrote, “For you have been bought for a price: therefore glorify God in your body” (1 Corinthians 6:20). What was that price? The blood of Jesus Christ. God gave His Son (John 3:16) not because we were worthy, but because His love is great.

We must never forget the cost. It was not paid in silver, but in suffering: the scourging, the cross, the agony. We measure our worth by the price God paid. We matter—not because of what we’ve done, but because of what He was willing to give.

III. I Am a Servant of the King of Heaven
“Do you not know that when you present yourselves to someone as slaves for obedience, you are slaves of the one whom you obey…?” (Romans 6:16). Everyone serves someone. A Christian chooses to serve Christ.

This service is not drudgery. It is joy. “Not lagging behind in diligence, fervent in spirit, serving the Lord” (Romans 12:11). Jesus is not just our Savior—He is our Master. He gives us work to do. In the parable of the talents, it was the diligent servant who heard, “Well done, good and faithful servant” (Matthew 25:21).

IV. I Am a Soldier of the Cross
Christianity is not passive. Paul said, “Put on the full armor of God, so that you will be able to stand firm against the schemes of the devil” (Ephesians 6:11). There is a battle to fight, a truth to defend, and a soul to guard.

This requires courage and conviction. “Be strong in the Lord and in the strength of His might” (Ephesians 6:10). Cowardice is not a Christian virtue. We fight—not with swords—but with truth, righteousness, and the gospel of peace.

V. I Am My Brother’s Keeper
When Cain asked, “Am I my brother’s keeper?” (Genesis 4:9), he tried to deny his responsibility. But Christians know otherwise. Paul wrote, “Each of us is to please his neighbor for his good, to his edification” (Romans 15:2).

We cannot ignore those who are struggling or lost. “Rescue others by snatching them out of the fire” (Jude 23). Evangelism is not optional. Encouragement is not a luxury. We are our brother’s keeper.

VI. I Am Called into a Kingdom That Will Stand Forever
Daniel prophesied of a coming kingdom that would never be destroyed (Daniel 2:44). That kingdom came with power on Pentecost (Acts 2), and Jesus declared, “I will build My church, and the gates of Hades will not overpower it” (Matthew 16:18).

To be a Christian is to be part of something eternal. We are citizens of a kingdom that will not fall (Hebrews 12:28). Therefore, we live with honor, loyalty, and allegiance to our King.

VII. I Am an Heir of an Eternal Inheritance
Christians are not just citizens—we are heirs. “Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ… to obtain an inheritance which is imperishable, undefiled, and will not fade away, reserved in heaven for you” (1 Peter 1:3-4).

This inheritance is secure, but it is not unconditional. Paul warned, “Do not be deceived… the unrighteous will not inherit the kingdom of God” (1 Corinthians 6:9). If I live carelessly, I risk forfeiting what God has promised.

Conclusion
Who am I? I am a sinner saved by grace. I am of value to God, a servant of the King, a soldier of truth, a keeper of souls, a citizen of a kingdom, and an heir of eternity.

This is not a question of ego—but of identity. If this is who we are, then let us live like it. Let the world see not just who we claim to be—but Whose we are. Let us honor Him in our bodies, serve Him in our strength, and reflect Him in our lives.

And if you are not yet part of this kingdom, why wait? God has extended the invitation. Will you answer, and become who you were made to be?