God sees us differently than the negative labels we often wear. When we belong to Christ, everything about us is made new according to 2 Corinthians 5:17. Like Gideon, who was called a mighty warrior while hiding in fear, God speaks to our future calling rather than our present circumstances. To embrace our true identity, we must let God define us, refuse to be confined by our past, and know that God stands behind us. By tearing down false altars in our lives and standing firm on God's truth, we can reject negative labels and live as who God created us to be.