The half truth of this sermon is, “Identity is a secret puzzle.” We all resonate with this desire to know who we are. What if our quest for identity is really a quest to feel loved and accepted? What if our quest for identity is really a quest to feel like we matter and our lives have purpose and meaning? Is that a puzzle we can put together by creating our identity? Or do we need to receive an unshakeable security and significance from Jesus Christ?i