Who Am I?

“ Yes, the answers are in God’s Word—actually, the answers begin in Genesis! As you read this book, you’ll dive deep into Genesis and God’s design for mankind. Martyn pulls out eternal truths that the church has long taught and known and applies them anew for a lost and confused generation. And he does so in a way that points to Christ and his completed work for us on the cross.

I pray this work equips and encourages a generation of believers to find their identity in God’s creation design and in Christ. And I pray this work is a challenge to unbelievers to turn from gazing inward to gazing at God’s Word and Christ to find the answer to ‘Who Am I’? ”

—Ken Ham, Founder CEO of Answers in Genesis, Creation Museum, Ark Encounter

“ Not too many have their finger on the pulse of a generation, as does Martyn. And there are not many with the godly eloquence and passion needed to communicate to them. May God bless this vital publication and use it to extend His Kingdom. ”

—Ray Comfort, Founder & CEO, Living Waters

“ Contemporary culture offers no good answer to the fundamental question 'Who Am I?'

That is why men masquerade as women (and vice versa); adults pretend to be children; and some people self-identify as animals. There are even some venerated academicians who theorize that we are all merely characters in a computer simulation.

Martyn Iles understands that the only reasonable and satisfying answers to the question of human identity have been revealed by our Creator – in Scripture.

Iles definitively refutes a host of popular falsehoods as he unfolds Biblical truth with exquisite clarity and meticulous care. This is a helpful and much-needed resource for a lost generation. ”

—Dr. John MacArthur, Pastor-Teacher, Author, President of Grace to You

“ Actors learn to swap identities with each new role. In today’s selfie world, young people today think they’re staring in a movie about themselves, trying to figure out what character to play. “Who am I” brilliantly reminds us that as image bearers of God, our identity is secure. Learn how each of us are set apart, cherished, gifted and commissioned to enter the stage of the world, right on cue, and live out the role of a lifetime. ”

—Kirk Cameron, Actor, TV Host

“ Martyn Iles is articulate, insightful, and full of wisdom that’s rooted in his unshakable commitment to the authority and reliability of Scripture. Plus, his writing is a delight to read. Here he tackles the question of identity—one of the most talked about but least understood issues in these postmodern times—leading readers through a sequence of vital biblical truths that give clear answers to some of life’s most difficult conundrums. ”

—Phil Johnson, Executive Director of Grace to You, Radio Host

“ In Who Am I?, Martyn Iles grounds human identity in the biblical portraits of mankind found in Genesis and the New Testament—as creature, image-bearer, and dominion-wielder, as well as in his fallen and restored states. Expressive individualism has taken Western society by storm and has led to confusion, identity crises, depression, anxiety, misery, and even suicide—especially among young people. The only remedy for this dire situation is the liberating gospel of Jesus Christ, the true Man, who restores us to our true humanity, grounds our identity in Himself, points us away from ourselves toward God and others, and reconciles us with the triune God in everlasting bliss. In this engaging, relevant, and thought-provoking book, Iles boldly tackles controversial issues of anthropology from a biblical perspective—from work, to gender identity and confusion, to the distinct roles of men and women. My prayer is that the Lord will mightily use this work to bring the gospel to the next generation! ”

—Joel R. Beeke, Chancellor and Professor, Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary

“ Martyn Iles has an almost unrivalled gift of showing how the Bible's teachings are vitally relevant for our times. Who Am I? is a key book for this generation of youth to read. It's also the book for parents, teachers, and pastors to read in order to properly guide the youth through a confusing period of their lives, a confusion not helped by living in an even more confused age. Who Am I? shows how secular humanist ideas of human identity are fundamentally misleading and must inevitably result in confusion and despair. By carefully working through the Bible Iles shows in the clearest terms what the truth is about who we are as human beings and, importantly, as males and females. Iles' book will arm a generation of youths with the means of resisting secular humanist and woke indoctrination and set their lives on the foundation of truth. Church study and youth groups in particular will be blessed by Iles' book. I have no doubt Who Am I? will play a significant role in the turning tide against the secular humanism of our age. ”

—Dr Stephen Chavura, Ph.D., Author, Commentator, Historian, Senior Lecturer, Campion College Sydney

“ Many in our generation are not merely in confusion about their human identity and gender, they are in rebellion. With bold and uncompromising conviction, Martyn Iles calls us back to the only possible standard by which we can properly understand ourselves and our life's purpose: The nature and character of God as revealed in the Holy Scriptures. ”

—Israel Wayne, Author, Conference Speaker and Founder of Family Renewal, LLC

“ There are few questions looming larger in the minds of Gen Z than ‘Who am I?’ How you answer that question drives what you think about yourself, how you present that to others, and what you do with your life—it’s an important question! And your worldview determines how you answer that question. Sadly most young people have the wrong lens for answering that question and are groping in the darkness inside themselves for answers. That’s why this book, firmly grounded in the truth of God’s Word, beginning in Genesis, is such a vital resource. It’s a clear call to this generation to go to their Creator and his Word for the answer to ‘Who am I?’ ”

—Avery Foley, Writer and AiG Speaker

“ From the beginning Satan has enticed mankind with the lie from Genesis 3, that humanity can usurp the creator God and His rule over all. In the present moment, our society inhabits a Romans 1 existence, where the creature is worshipped rather than the Creator. Martyn Iles reminds believers that this deception is as old as creation and that the fraud of self-identity is streaming through our culture yielding the fruit of chaos and death upon those who like Eve succumb to Satan’s treachery. This book is to remind us that ultimately God’s Word and our divinely created identity are essential in the battle against evil. It is encouraging and informative and calls us to remember that we should not be disconsolate while living in this world, as God’s Word abides in us and through Him, we have overcome the evil one. ”

—Philip Webb, The Master’s Seminary, Hymns of Grace

“ Who am I? What am I? How am I to behave? With whom do I belong? The chaos of the culture is the result of society’s rejection of the Bible’s answers to these fundamental questions. To cut through the chaos, we must return to Scripture’s teaching on man’s identity. We find that we are not the determiners of our own identity; rather, we receive our identity from the One who created and designed us. Martyn Iles’ book is a timely and helpful aid to understanding this urgently needed biblical teaching. ”

—Michael Riccardi, PhD, Asst. Prof. of Theology, The Master’s Seminary

“ Our world is gripped by false ideologies that not only impact today, but carry on with ripple effects for generations to come. As depression and suicide numbers increase, people stand in need of answers. One of the great lies of our day is that God is not sovereign over his creation. Vast numbers of people protest God’s sovereign design through various forms of rebellion that include poisoning their bodies and surgical methods for transitioning. As a result a growing number of people are experiencing depression and committing suicide. Martyn Iles, in his book, Who Am I? addresses this subject in his book as he applies the clear teachings of Scripture to the complex questions and problems that continue to plague our culture. ”

—Dr. Josh Buice, Pastor of Pray’s Mill Baptist Church, Founder and President of G3 Ministries

“ In Who Am I?, Martyn Iles masterfully explores the consequences of constructing an identity without God's revelation in Genesis 1-11, shedding light on the ensuing confusion about gender, marriage, family, and personal identity. He underscores the importance of recognizing our being made in God's image, our responsibility of dominion over creation, and the need for restoration from our fallen state. Iles contends that returning to these foundational principles is crucial for individuals to understand their true identity and purpose. I highly recommend this insightful exploration. Martyn brilliantly establishes the important connection between Genesis 1 through 11 and today’s modern culture and is the perfect choice to succeed Ken Ham at the helm of Answers In Genesis. ”

—Pastor Lloyd Pulley of Calvary Chapel Old Bridge, NJ.

“ I highly recommend this much-needed book! I wish every Christian girl today would take to heart Martyn’s bold and empowering words on God’s purpose for women. In working with teenage girls for the past 30 years, I have seen that they are believing lies on so many levels: who they are, what they were created to do, and where their value comes from. Under the disguise of liberating women, our culture has actually shackled women with unrealistic expectations and unbiblical ideals. Martyn goes straight to the Word and dismantles these cultural misconceptions of identity, revealing the unbiblical worldview upon which they are founded. With clarity and conviction, he assembles the puzzle of identity according to Scripture, starting with Genesis. I find this book especially timely for the girls that I minister to every day, and I plan to use it in training for Bright Lights small group leaders. ”

—Sarah (Mally) Hancock, founder of Bright Lights, and author of Speak Truth in Your Heart

“ Martyn Iles book provides a very helpful introduction to some of the most pressing issues of the day. His commitment to the biblical text brings needed clarity to questions of identity and purpose. Iles helpfully demonstrates how the Bible’s teaching on these issues intersects with common opinion today and what our response should be. Who Am I? is an important resource for teachers and students alike. ”

—Dr. Paul Twiss, Associate Professor of New Testament at The Master’s Seminary

“ We live in a world where most young people (and old) struggle with their identity. They desperately search through personal journeys of self-discovery and truth-seeking. Looking at our society, it is evident that this only leads to greater chaos and confusion. Finding our true identity requires us to go to our Creator who made us. Martyn Iles cuts through the confusion and takes us directly to God’s Word where our true identity is found. This book is a timely resource and will be a blessing to Christ’s Church. ”

—Gary Kim, President of 316 Publishing, Publisher of the Legacy Standard Bible

“ In a time when truth is seen as subjective and the most basic realities of who—and what—we are are being questioned, we need clear voices speaking truth. Martyn Iles is one such voice. He speaks with authority because he speaks from the Scripture, and he speaks with simplicity because he wants to provide real answers to real people. ”

—Jeremy & Jinger Vuolo, Authors