Being Self-Defined

Send us Fan MailWho defines who you are?In a world driven by comparison, constant opinions, and endless pressure to keep up, it can be easy to lose sight of who God created us to be.This episode on Speaking of Faith, Bishop DeDe and Adam explore what it really means to be self-defined—not in a self-centered way, but by living with intentionality, agency, and an identity rooted in God rather than the expectations of others.Together they discuss:What it means to be self-defined in a healthy, Christian wayWhy comparison steals our peace and our identityHow faith helps us reconnect with our deepest selvesThe difference between living intentionally and simply reacting to the world around usWhy saying "I don't know" can be an act of wisdomThe relationship between personal agency and Christian communityHow people-pleasing, guilt, and "shoulds" can keep us from living authenticallyWhy loving your neighbor also requires learning to love yourselfPractical ways to slow down, reconnect with God, and discover what truly mattersRather than offering easy answers, this episode invites you into an honest conversation about identity, purpose, and living faithfully in an increasingly noisy world.What helps you stay grounded in who God created you to be? We'd love to hear your thoughts. Share your reflections in the comments or send us your questions for a future episode.Send us your questions and join the conversation as we continue learning how to speak of faith together.AI Disclosure: To support our staff in their limited time, some of our episode summaries are first generated by AI and then edited by the Communications Director to accurately reflect and preview our podcast episodes.