Episode 14: When He Calls You by Name

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Welcome to Episode 14 of “The Psalms of Ascent: A Lenten Pilgrimage” by Walking with Purpose. In this episode, Lisa and Laura delve into the resurrection of Jesus Christ by exploring John 20:11-18. They discuss the concept of earning God’s love and finding one’s identity, referencing various scriptures such as Luke 8:1-2, Isaiah 43:1, and Ephesians 2:10. They highlight the importance of rooting one’s identity in being a beloved daughter of God and the need to receive God’s love and truth. Additionally, they offer reflection questions, mention TV show “The Chosen” and book “Studs Terkel, Working,” and invite viewers to join their private Facebook community to continue the conversation.

Join Lisa and Laura on this captivating journey as they celebrate the resurrection and stand by Mary Magdalene at the open tomb. Discover the healing and restoration found through Jesus, despite past trauma and vulnerability, and embrace the truth of being God’s beloved. Explore ways to shift focus from “doing” to “receiving” and hold onto the promises of God. With reflection questions and a litany of identity, this episode will inspire and uplift your heart. Stay tuned for an enriching experience with Walking with Purpose.

Table of Contents

Exploring the Resurrection of Jesus Christ

Discussing John 20:11-18

Episode 14: When He Calls You by Name

Earning God’s Love and Finding Identity

Welcome to Episode 14 of The Psalms of Ascent: A Lenten Pilgrimage with Walking with Purpose. In this week’s episode, we dive into the resurrection of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, as we unpack John 20:11-18. If you’ve ever struggled with your identity and felt the lie that you have to earn God’s love, we invite you to listen to our conversation with an open heart. So grab your Bible and join us as we stand beside Mary Magdalene at the open tomb. We promise you won’t be disappointed!

Let’s start by opening our hearts to our key Scripture, John 20:11-18, and also explore other referenced Scriptures. Luke 8:1-2 reminds us of the healing power of Jesus through the story of Mary Magdalene, who was freed from seven demons. Isaiah 43:1 reassures us that God has called us by name and we belong to Him. John 15:15 tells us that we are no longer servants, but friends of Jesus. 1 Thessalonians 1:4 reminds us that we are beloved by God and chosen by Him. Ephesians 2:10 encourages us to remember that we are God’s workmanship, created for good works. And 1 Corinthians 6:19 reminds us that our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit.

We also explore Acts 1:8, which reminds us that the Holy Spirit empowers us to be witnesses for Jesus. Galatians 3:26 points out that in Christ Jesus, we are all sons and daughters of God through faith. Romans 5:8 highlights God’s love for us, demonstrated by Christ’s death while we were still sinners. And in John 8:36, we are reminded that through Jesus, we are truly free. Reflecting on 2 Corinthians 5:17, we are assured that in Christ, we are new creations. Jeremiah 31:3 affirms that God loves us with an everlasting love, and Psalm 103:12 reminds us that God removes our transgressions from us as far as the east is from the west. John 15:16 reinforces that Jesus has chosen us to bear fruit and ask in His name. And in Psalm 27:13-14, we are reminded to trust in God’s goodness and wait for Him. Finally, Joel 2:25 assures us that God will restore what has been lost.

As we delve into Mary Magdalene’s story, it’s important to recognize that she experienced deep trauma and vulnerability. In the TV show ‘The Chosen’ and in Studs Terkel’s book ‘Working: People Talk About What They Do All Day and How They Feel About What They Do,’ we see glimpses of how our past experiences and the opinions of others can shape our identity. This is why it is crucial to root our identity in being a beloved daughter of God rather than seeking validation from others or equating our worth with our accomplishments.

Mary Magdalene found healing and restoration through Jesus because she allowed herself to be seen and loved by Him. She knew that her past did not define her; instead, she found her true identity in Jesus’ eyes. Just like Mary, we are called to keep our focus on Jesus and see ourselves through His eyes. We are called to remember that we have been chosen, redeemed, and loved unconditionally by our Heavenly Father.

But shifting our focus from doing to receiving can be challenging. We live in a world that values productivity and achievements, leading us to believe that our worth is determined by what we accomplish. It’s easy to fall into the trap of thinking that we need to earn God’s love. However, the truth is that God’s love is freely given to us. We don’t have to work for it; we simply need to receive it with open hearts.

So, how can we root our identity in being God’s beloved and shift our focus from doing to receiving? This requires a mindset shift and intentional practices. We can start by reminding ourselves daily of who we are in Christ and meditating on Scripture passages that affirm our identity as God’s children. We can seek out Christian community and surround ourselves with friends who speak truth into our lives. Journaling can also be a helpful practice, allowing us to reflect on our thoughts and emotions and bring them before God.

Walking with Purpose offers a Private Facebook Community where you can continue the conversation and engage with other viewers. Joining this community can provide you with support and encouragement as you seek to root your identity in God’s love. Additionally, Walking with Purpose offers Bible studies for women that can help deepen your understanding of God’s truth and grow in your relationship with Him.

If you prefer to engage with God’s Word through podcasts, we invite you to check out the Hope for Right Now Podcast by Walking with Purpose. In this podcast, Lisa Brm and Laura Phelps discuss various topics related to God’s Word and its application to everyday life. Through their conversations, you can find practical ways to apply biblical truths to your own life and experience the hope that comes from knowing Christ.

As we celebrate Easter and focus on the resurrection, it’s important to remember that the resurrection is not just an event; it is a reality that should impact our lives. The resurrection of Jesus Christ brings hope, redemption, and restoration. Just as Mary Magdalene witnessed the risen Savior, we too can experience the power of His resurrection in our lives.

Mary Magdalene’s story reminds us that healing and restoration are possible, no matter our past or our vulnerabilities. Through Jesus, we can find freedom from the chains that bind us and discover our true identity as beloved children of God. It is in Him that we find our worth and purpose. Let us reject the lies that the enemy whispers and reaffirm God’s truth in our lives.

In conclusion, I invite you to pray the litany of identity with us. Let’s reject the lies and reaffirm God’s truth as we hold onto His promises.

Remember, you are loved, chosen, redeemed, and called by name. May you find healing, restoration, and deep-rooted identity in Jesus Christ.

Join us for Episode 14, in our seven-week series, The Psalms of Ascent: A Lenten Pilgrimage. In this week’s episode, Lisa and Laura celebrate the resurrection of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, by unpacking John 20:11–18. If you struggle with your identity and believe the lie that you have to earn God’s love, we pray you will listen to Lisa and Laura’s conversation with an open heart. Grab your Bible and join us as we stand beside Mary Magdalene at the open tomb. You won’t be disappointed!

Open your Heart to our key Scripture.

John 20:11–18 (https://bible.usccb.org/bible/john/20?11)

Open your Bible to other Scriptures referenced in this episode.

Luke 8:1–2: And also some women who had been healed of evil spirits and infirmities: Mary, called Magdalene, from whom seven demons had gone out. (ESV)

Isaiah 43:1: Thus says the Lord, he who created you, and he who formed you: “Fear not for I have redeemed you; I have called you by name. You are mine.”

John 15:15: No longer do I call you servants, for the servant does not know what his master is doing; but I have called you friends.

1 Thessalonians 1:4: For we know, brethren, beloved by God, that he has chosen you.

Ephesians 2:10: For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus, for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them.

1 Corinthians 6:19: Do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit within you, which you have from God?

Acts 1:8: But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samar’ia and to the end of the earth.

Galatians 3:26: For in Christ Jesus, you are all sons of God, through faith.

Romans 5:8: But God shows his love for us, that while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.

John 8:36: So if the Son makes you free, you will be free indeed.

2 Corinthians 5:17: Therefore, if any one is in Christ, he is a new creation; the old has passed away, behold, the new has come.

Jeremiah 31:3: I have loved you with an everlasting love; therefore I have continued my faithfulness to you.

Psalm 103:12: As far as the east is from the west, so far does he remove our transgressions from us.

John 15:16: You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you that you should go and bear fruit and that your fruit should abide; so that whatever you ask the Father in my name, he may give it to you.

Psalm 27:13: I believe I will see the goodness of the Lord in the land of the living.

Psalm 27:14: Wait for the Lord, be strong and let your heart take courage; yea, wait for the Lord.

Joel 2:25: I will restore to you the years which the swarming locust has eaten.

Invite Him in with this episode’s questions for reflection.

In which ways am I tempted to root my identity in something other than being God’s beloved daughter?

What is something concrete I can do to shift from a focus on “doing” to that of “receiving”?

Show mentions.

The Chosen. Season 1, Episode 3

Walking with Purpose, Sisters of Strength (https://walkingwithpurpose.com/bible-…)

Studs Terkel, Working: People Talk About What They Do All Day and How They Feel About What They Do

Lisa Brenninkmeyer, The Litany of Identity (https://walkingwithpurpose.com/free-p…)

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