In this first part of a three-part sermon series titled “Identity, Faith, and Blessings,” we explore what it means to have a Christian identity rooted in Scripture. This message is designed to remind believers of who they are in Christ, encouraging them to move beyond worldly perceptions and instead embrace their identity as new creations. Through Scripture and real-life examples, this sermon emphasizes the importance of a faith-based self-identity that empowers believers to overcome challenges and live in the fullness of God’s promises.
In this video, I cover:
- The Purpose of the Series: Introduction to the “Identity, Faith, and Blessings” sermon series, focusing on foundational Christian concepts. (00:00)
- Background of the Message: Inspiration for the sermon, prompted by a personal experience and a reflection on today’s challenging times. (00:14)
- Kingdom Message vs. Evangelistic Message: Differentiating between messages intended for the lost and those for believers. (01:46)
- Scripture Reference: A deep dive into 2 Corinthians 5:16-18, understanding what it means to be a new creation in Christ. (03:16)
- The Power of Identity in Christ: How Scripture defines our identity and why it’s crucial for a faith-filled life. (04:52)
- The Story of Jason: A real-life example illustrating the consequences of poor self-identity. (06:30
- Rejecting Old Labels: Challenging the common Christian phrase, “I am a sinner saved by grace,” by focusing on the believer’s new identity. (10:28)
- Empowerment through the Holy Spirit: Understanding the indwelling of the Holy Spirit and its role in transforming our lives. (19:23)
- Walking in Our New Identity: The lifelong journey of conforming to Christ’s image and relying on Scripture to guide our self-perception. (30:16)
- Preview of Next Message: Looking ahead to part two of the series, which will focus on faith. (32:29)
Join me as we dive into the Word and rediscover our true identity as believers in Christ. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications for future sermons in this series!
Scriptures Referenced:
- Hebrews 6:1-2
- 2 Corinthians 5:16-18
- Romans 6:6-7
- Romans 8:1
- Galatians 5:22-23
- Ephesians 2:1-5
