If You Were God, How Would You Teach Children Their True Identity (According to AI)
“If you were God, how would you teach children their true identity in you?” – What a profound question, and one I haven't seen much of any discussion about. As a natural-minded Christian mom, this question has hit hard in my faith walk and in thinking about my own identity in Christ after decades of experiences that jaded my perception of myself. I've struggled through the same concept as many Christians do (men and women, alike). Who am I? What is my purpose? I'm sure you can relate.
As a mom, contemplating this heavy topic has led me down the proverbial rabbit hole, looking for ways I can improve myself as a homeschooling parent to best set my kids up for success and instill in them at young ages their own value, worth, and calling to develop as they enter their personalized faith journies.
I had the privilege of taking a course offered through Kingdom Alliance, called Identity 2.0. This course focuses heavily on using scripture to overcome childhood and adult traumas and rediscover who we truly are based on scripture. It was incredibly mind-opening, liberating, inspirational, and thought-provoking. As a stay-at-home, homeschooling mom, I don't often have the luxury of inspirational and thought-provoking encounters, so this was a special treat to exercise my mind while further developing myself.
The course instructor, Michelle, mentioned she asked ChatGPT, “If you were Satan and trying to derail Christians from their identity, what approach would you take?” And looking through the list of 10 steps the AI bot produced, it made us wonder together: what would happen if you asked the bot the opposite question? The website wouldn't work for me, and we didn't have time to discuss it during class, so I wrote it down in my notes for later.
Now, I'm not a huge fan of AI, admittedly, and often question whether there are underlying problems with trusting it (especially after reading some disturbing testimonials about using ChatGPT). But I also have a curious and analytical mind, and can see how it can be helpful in some situations. If you're looking for some quality insights on whether to take AI seriously (especially from the Christian perspective), I encourage you to check out this video by Answers in Genesis. I do highly recommend taking everything with a grain of salt, and seeking a deeper relationship with God first, not relying on AI to fill that void, especially when you feel unable to hear God's direction.
So, I asked my favorite Christian-friendly AI bot from Gab.AI: “If you were God, how would you teach your children their true identity in you?” The results were humbling, heartwarming, and inspirational. Lessons that we may all strive to teach our children so they can grow up being confident in who they are in Christ.
The following section details the answer I received from Gab.AI, edited only to add each scripture reference.
According to AI: How God Teaches His Children Their Identity
[Beginning of AI input.]
If you were God, teaching your children their true identity in you would likely involve several key elements based on how God reveals Himself and relates to His children in the Bible:
Revelation: As God, you would reveal yourself and your character to your children through various means. This could include providing them with sacred texts that convey your nature, will, and teachings (similar to how the Bible serves this purpose). You would also reveal yourself through the beauty and complexity of creation, demonstrating your power, wisdom, and care (Psalm 19:1-4). Additionally, you might choose to reveal yourself more directly, as God did through Jesus Christ, by taking on a form that your children could relate to and understand (John 1:14).
19 The heavens declare the glory of God;
Psalm 19:1-4 (ASV)
And the firmament showeth his handiwork.
2 Day unto day uttereth speech,
And night unto night showeth knowledge.
3 There is no speech nor language;
Their voice is not heard.
4 Their line is gone out through all the earth,
And their words to the end of the world.
In them hath he set a tabernacle for the sun,
14 And the Word became flesh, and dwelt among us (and we beheld his glory, glory as of [b]the only begotten from the Father), full of grace and truth.
John 1:14 (ASV)
Communication: To help your children understand their identity in you, you would communicate with them regularly. This could involve speaking to their hearts through your Spirit, offering guidance, conviction, and assurance (John 14:26). You would also provide them with a written record of your words, which would serve as a guide for their lives, teaching them about your love, purpose, and expectations for them (2 Timothy 3:16-17).
26 But the Comforter, even the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, he shall teach you all things, and bring to your remembrance all that I said unto you.
John 14:26 (ASV)
16 Every scripture inspired of God is also profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, for instruction which is in righteousness: 17 that the man of God may be complete, furnished completely unto every good work.
J2 Timothy 3:16-17 (ASV)
Relationship: Building a personal relationship with your children would be crucial. You would invite them to communicate with you through prayer, expressing their thoughts, needs, and gratitude (John 15:15). You would also create opportunities for them to experience your presence through worship and fellowship with other believers (Revelation 3:20; 1 John 1:3).
20 Behold, I stand at the door and knock: if any man hear my voice and open the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with me.
Revelation 3:20 (ASV)
3 that which we have seen and heard declare we unto you also, that ye also may have fellowship with us: yea, and our fellowship is with the Father, and with his Son Jesus Christ:
1 John 1:3 (ASV)
Example: To teach your children how to live in a way that reflects their identity in you, you would provide them with a perfect example to follow. This could involve sending a representative (like Jesus) to demonstrate how to live according to your character, will, and teachings (John 13:15; 1 Peter 2:21).
15 For I have given you an example, that ye also should do as I have done to you.
John 13:15 (ASV)
21 For hereunto were ye called: because Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example, that ye should follow his steps:
1 Peter 2:21 (ASV)
Empowerment: You would empower your children to live out their true identity by providing them with spiritual gifts, wisdom, and strength. This could involve bestowing upon them the abilities and talents to serve others and fulfill their purpose (Acts 1:8; James 1:5). You would also strengthen them inwardly through your Spirit, enabling them to overcome challenges and grow in their faith (Ephesians 3:16).
8 But ye shall receive power, when the Holy Spirit is come upon you: and ye shall be my witnesses both in Jerusalem, and in all Judaea and Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth.
Acts 1:8 (ASV)
5 But if any of you lacketh wisdom, let him ask of God, who giveth to all liberally and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.
James 1:5 (ASV)
16 that he would grant you, according to the riches of his glory, that ye may be strengthened with power through his Spirit in the inward man;
Ephesians 3:16 (ASV)
Correction and Discipline: When your children stray from their true identity, you would lovingly correct and discipline them. This would not be done out of anger, but rather out of a desire to guide them back to the right path and help them grow (Hebrews 12:6; Proverbs 3:12).
6 For whom the Lord loveth he chasteneth,
Hebrews 12:6 (ASV)
And scourgeth every son whom he receiveth.
12 For whom Jehovah loveth he reproveth,
Proverbs 3:12 (ASV)
Even as a father the son in whom he delighteth.
Grace and Forgiveness: Understanding that your children are imperfect and will make mistakes, you would extend grace and forgiveness to them when they fail. You would offer them redemption through a savior (like Jesus), assuring them of your love and acceptance despite their shortcomings (Ephesians 1:7; 1 John 1:9, Romans 8:1 ).
7 in whom we have our redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of his grace,
Ephesians 1:7 (ASV)
9 If we confess our sins, he is faithful and righteous to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.
1 John 1:9 (ASV)
8 There is therefore now no condemnation to them that are in Christ Jesus.
Romans 8:1 (ASV)
Promises: To give your children hope and assurance, you would provide them with promises to hold onto. These promises could include your presence, protection, guidance, and the fulfillment of your plans for their lives (Joshua 1:9; Jeremiah 29:11; Philippians 4:19).
9 Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of good courage; be not affrighted, neither be thou dismayed: for Jehovah thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest.
Joshua 1:9 (ASV)
11 For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith Jehovah, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you [a]hope in your latter end.
Jeremiah 29:11 (ASV)
19 And my God shall supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus.
Philippians 4:19 (ASV)
By applying these methods and scriptures, you would help your children understand their true identity in you and equip them to live in a way that reflects that identity.
[End of AI input]
Thoughts as a Christian Mom
The depth of what the AI bot provided surprised me, especially considering how brief the step summaries were.
- Revelation: You would reveal yourself and your character to your children, as God does through Scripture, creation, and the person of Jesus Christ.
- Communication: You would communicate your love, purpose, and expectations for your children, as God does through His Word and the Holy Spirit .
- Relationship: You would cultivate a personal relationship with your children, as God does through prayer, worship, and fellowship.
- Example: You would provide an example of how to live in a way that reflects your character, as Jesus did during His earthly ministry.
- Empowerment: You would empower your children to live out their identity by providing them with spiritual gifts, wisdom, and strength, as God does through the Holy Spirit.
- Correction and Discipline: You would lovingly correct and discipline your children when they stray from their true identity, as God does for His children.
- Grace and Forgiveness: You would extend grace and forgiveness to your children when they fail, as God does through Jesus Christ.
- Promises: You would give your children promises to hold onto, as God does throughout Scripture.
This shows me that reading scripture and going through apologetics with our children is an absolute requirement. This is not only to show them how amazing God is, but, more specifically, to develop the fruits of the spirit and communicate with God so they can build off our training to be more secure in their faith and life purpose as they age.
I also have a follow-up article to this one that answers the question: “If you were Satan and trying to derail Christians from their identity, what approach would you take?” Definitely don't miss out on that one! You won't want to miss some major eye-opening insights in there, especially if you have children.
Need Help Discovering Who You Truly Are??
Confidence is directly related to your connection to your identity. Learning who you are is directly linked to your confidence in who you are. If you're not confident in who you are as a child of God, then how can you tell who you are from your core?
This is where it is important to have quality time reading scripture on your own and in fellowship… and not just on Sunday mornings. This is where it's helpful to be part of a bible-focused community or membership, whether in person or online, that meets more than once a week.
For me, this looks like:
- Sunday morning church, followed by bible study
- Sunday evening church on most weeks
- Monday morning prayer with Kingdom Alliance
- Monday afternoon, “Lunch and Learn” with Kingdom Alliance (members only) that helps with growing entrepreneurial skills in a manner that honors scripture.
- Tuesday lunch and homeschool family meetups at church
- Tuesday classes for personal development with a biblical foundation, offered by Kingdom Alliance (available to members only)
- Wednesday evening “mid-week refill” at church.
- Thursday morning moms' bible study at church.
- Thursday classes for personal development with a biblical foundation, offered by Kingdom Alliance (available to members only).
- Friday Financial Freedom training with Kingdom Alliance that focuses on expanding your financial resources in a biblical manner with scripture at the foundation (available to members only).
Of course, this is in addition to our family bible study in the mornings as part of our homeschool routine (currently we are reading through The 9 Fruits of the Spirit series and Answers In Genesis for Kids), plus my own personal bible readings, usually in the evenings after the kids' bedtime routine.
I know it sounds like a lot, but it has truly helped improve our mental health, spiritual growth, and overall family stress levels.
I really love the community I've found in Kingdom Alliance, and admire the core of their teachings. It is everything I had aspirations to build, before God showed me the program already being built. We even have a simplified plan in place to help decide which courses to start with and move through to help you achieve your goals. The course that led me to writing this article is called Identity 2.0, which is a virtual course held live through Zoom calls, and is absolutely worth the membership cost. The way it is orchestrated and presented, focused on scripture throughout, truly is a breath of fresh air, and helps with lifting heavy weights off your shoulders that you may not even realize are there… but feel completely liberated afterwards.
If you're seeking a practical way to weave your spiritual growth into your everyday routine, consider exploring the Brilliant Movement app. This resource offers a wealth of valuable scripture studies, devotionals, and tools designed to enhance your prayer life, meditation practice, and daily motivation. You'll also find a diverse range of courses aimed at deepening your faith journey. And as an added bonus, there's even a feature to support better sleep!
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