Society—in all its forms and beauty—constantly tries to define a person through their career success, social status, or personal achievements. And so, many believers find themselves caught in what author OJ Green calls the “Christian Identity Crisis Mode” (CICM). The question “Who am I in Christ?” often goes unanswered, leaving countless individuals struggling to grasp their true spiritual identity.
This is precisely where New Creations Affirmations by OJ Green steps in as a timely and transformative resource. The book serves as a guide for anyone seeking to move beyond surface-level faith and into a deeper, more confident relationship with God.
Examining New Creations Affirmations
New Creations Affirmations is part of Green’s “In Christ, the Second Adam” series, and it tackles a fundamental issue: the gap between what believers say they believe and how they actually live. Many Christians have never truly discovered their identity “in Christ,” which has led to lukewarm faith, spiritual insecurity, and a lack of impact in their daily lives. This book provides a remedy—120 affirmations drawn directly from Scripture, designed to help readers internalize the truth of who they are as God’s new creations.
The Inspiration Behind the Book
OJ Green’s journey to writing this book began with a single, life-changing verse: 2 Corinthians 5:17— “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new.” This passage opened his eyes to a whole new way of seeing the Bible. It sent him on a mission to understand what it truly means to be “in Christ.” The result is a thorough, chapter-by-chapter exploration of the believer’s new identity.
The author’s passion for teaching the Word of God is evident throughout the text. He has already authored two other books exploring God’s eternal plan for humanity: Lord Open Our Eyes and Removing the Veil. These two guides can accompany New Creations Affirmations.
Structure and Purpose of the Book
The book is organized into several parts, beginning with foundational concepts like “Eternity Past” and “The Ministry of Reconciliation.” However, the heart of the work lies in Part 3, which contains the 30 chapters of affirmations. These cover everything from “In Christ, I have been born again into God’s family” to “In Christ, I am a Victorious Overcomer.”
Each chapter is structured to first establish a theological truth from Scripture and then present it as a personal affirmation. For example, the text provides a clear understanding of why a believer can confidently say, “I am justified by faith,” before leading the reader to declare that truth aloud. This approach moves reading from the head to the heart. The goal is for the reader to personalize the content until they truly own it.
Green emphasizes that these affirmations are intended to be taken literally and personally. He writes, “If you personalize it, you own it.” This statement captures the book’s core methodology. It is not enough to know about God’s promises; a believer must agree with them and speak them over their own life. This practice renews the mind and fortifies a believer against the lies of the world, the flesh, and the devil.
Why This Book Matters to Readers
The bookNew Creations Affirmations is particularly important because it addresses a widespread problem in the contemporary church. Green describes this as the “Laodicean complex”—being lukewarm, neither hot nor cold. Many believers are unsure of who they are, what they believe, or why their faith matters. When a person does not grasp their identity, it is incredibly hard to make a difference in the world.
This book provides a solution by helping readers transition from the “old man” (the first Adam) to the “new man” (the Second Adam, Jesus Christ). It helps believers stop seeing themselves through the distorted lens of the world’s “Matrix” and start seeing themselves as God sees them: holy, blameless, adopted, redeemed, and seated in heavenly places.
The 120 affirmations cover critical spiritual truths, including:
- Adoption into God’s Family: Readers discover they are God’s sons and daughters.
- Redemption and Justification: The book explains how Christ redeemed believers from the terrible curse of the law and justified them by faith.
- The Indwelling Holy Spirit: It affirms that believers have the Holy Spirit living in them, providing power and guidance.
- Spiritual Victory: Readers are reminded that they are overcomers and more than conquerors through Christ, who loves them.
By internalizing these truths, a believer builds a solid foundation that cannot be shaken by circumstances or false teaching.
Practical Application for Daily Life
One of the book’s greatest strengths is its practical application. It can be used for personal devotion or group Bible study. Each affirmation is written to support the rest of the work, giving readers more insight into their new life. The author encourages readers to use the affirmations to renew their minds daily, taking every thought captive to the obedience of Christ.
For instance, when faced with fear, a reader can turn to the affirmation: “God has not given me a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind.” When facing guilt, the affirmation declares: “There is therefore now no condemnation to those who are in Christ Jesus.” This shift in focus from feelings to facts transforms a believer’s daily walk.
Indeed, New Creations Affirmations is a timely guide for those who are tired of living in uncertainty. It is a call to stop putting the future on hold and to start living as the person God created them to be. The author’s prayer is that this work will be a turning point, giving the reader new direction and meaning in life. For anyone ready to leave the confusion of Christian Identity Crisis Mode behind, this book provides the roadmap to success and happiness. Grab a copy right now!
