Sermons on Gender Identity:

Meeting The Enemy

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jan 23, 2019

Meeting the Enemy Series: Encountering Jesus (through the Gospel of Luke) Brad Bailey – January 30, 2019

Meeting the Enemy Series: Encountering Jesus (through the Gospel of Luke) Brad Bailey – January 30, 2019 Text: Luke 3:20-23; 4:1-14 Intro: At the start of a new year…many of the trends that are growing get special attention. And one of those is the growing tragedy of identity theft. Unlike the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:20-23, Luke 4:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Booted? Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Dec 10, 2019

It is an epic adventure that captures our imaginations. Toys come alive and in their story we find your story!

Your Story Pt. 1 - Booted? I. Introduction They seem lifeless. Motionless. But then we watch the documentary called "Toy Story" and the truth is revealed . . . toys come alive when we leave the room. Right? So, Toy Story introduces us to Andy's toys. Characters like Rex the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:13-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

"I Am Saved" Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Feb 4, 2014

Come and claim the identity of saved in Christ, but we can’t trifle with a very serious, loving, and severe God. Saved children of God are known by their fruit.

“I Am Saved” (Eph 2:1-10) True or false, is this is a verse from the bible, “God helps those who help themselves”. False, in fact the bible says the exact opposite, God helps the helpless. And according to our passage in Ephesians today we are all helpless and hopeless ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

"I Am Afflicted" Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Feb 19, 2014

One of my questions for us today is whether or not we see our Christianity as an affliction, and can we relate to the identity of being afflicted because of the mystery of Christ that we have been exposed to?

“I Am Afflicted” (Eph 3:1-13) Sometimes we can read too much into passages of the bible to make them personal, that they relate to us specifically when they’re not meant to. As we read about Paul today and his afflictions, you might say, “well that was for Paul, how do you ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:1-13

"I Am Heard" Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Feb 26, 2014

What goes through your mind when you think of prayer?

“I Am Heard” (Eph 3:14-21) What goes through your mind when you think of prayer? If I were to say at the beginning of the service that we are not going to have any music or sermon or anything else this morning, we are just going to pray together for an hour, what would you’re ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

"no One Exactly Like Me" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Jul 20, 2020

Now here’s a truth I want you to recognize today: There is no one exactly like you. Look all the world over. There is no one exactly like you.

FINDING OUR IDENTITY “No One Exactly Like Me” Ephesians 1:1-14 I have always loved statistics. Some are useful. Others are worthless. I want to begin by sharing one that I think is amazing. Listen closely. Here it is: In a typical year about a million billion snowflakes fall each second ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

You Are Chosen PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Emphasize the profound nature of God's love for us, reminding us that we are chosen by Him and called to respond to His love by praising, reverencing, and following Him.

Good morning, family! I trust you're all feeling blessed today. Today we're diving into some powerful passages of Scripture that remind us not only of our identity in Christ, but the profound nature of God's love for us. Yeah, you got that right. He chose us! We'll be looking at 1 Peter 2:9-10, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9-10, Jeremiah 32:38-39, Acts 9:3-5

Topics: Chosen, Identity

The Church Defined PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 23, 2023

Explore the joy of church participation, personal spiritual growth within the church, and the sense of belonging it provides.

Good morning, dear friends, and welcome! As we gather here in this sacred space, I am reminded of the words of Henry Ward Beecher who once said, "The church is not a gallery for the exhibition of eminent Christians, but a school for the education of imperfect ones." How true these words ring today, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 122:1

Topics: Identity, Transformation

You Are God's Masterpiece PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 3, 2023

Explores our creation and identity in God, emphasizing our value as His masterpieces and the importance of celebrating our unique selves and spirits.

Good morning, everyone. We are here. Together. In this place of worship. A place of comfort. A place of hope. A place where we can be ourselves. Where we can find ourselves. Today, we will turn our hearts and minds to a passage from the Book of Psalms. A passage that speaks to us about who we are. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:13-18

Topics: Celebrate, Identity

I Don't Look Like What I've Been Through PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 5, 2023

This sermon encourages trust in God's perfect timing and unseen work in our lives, even during trials, through the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego.

It's so good to be with you all today. We're about to open up the Good Book to the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego. You know, sometimes when we're going through tough times, it's hard to see the light at the end of the tunnel. But let me tell you, God has a plan and His timing is always ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:19-27

Topics: Identity, Overcoming

The Sabbath: A Blessing PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 2, 2024

This sermon emphasizes the importance of honoring the Sabbath, understanding our identity in faith, and prioritizing our faith in our daily lives.

Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It is yet another blessed day to gather together in the house of our Lord and share in His word. A day to set aside our worldly worries and focus on the divine wisdom and guidance that God offers us through His scriptures. The scripture we are ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:13-14

Topics: Identity, Sign

What Has Happened To The Church PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 24, 2024

This sermon encourages self-examination, fulfilling our spiritual duties, and combating spiritual forgetfulness through the study of Revelation 3:14-18.

Good morning, dear friends. It's a joy to gather with you once again as we open God's Word together. Today, we find ourselves in the book of Revelation, a book that often feels like a mystery to many of us. It's filled with images and symbols that can seem strange and even daunting. But let's not ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-18

Topics: Losing Identity

The Three Christian B's: Belief, Behavior, Belonging PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 15, 2024

This sermon emphasizes our unique creation by God, our role as His masterpiece, and our belonging to the Body of Christ, shaping our identity and mission.

Good morning, family of faith. It is a joy to be with you today, united in spirit and in truth, as we gather to reflect upon the beauty of God's Word. As we begin, we are reminded of the words of Charles Spurgeon, who once said, "I have a great need for Christ; I have a great Christ for my need." ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:13-14

Topics: Identity, God

God Is Not Done Yet PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 21, 2025

God sees our weariness, meets us in our weakness, and renews our strength as we trust and wait on Him, never forgotten or alone.

Friend, if you’ve ever stared at the ceiling at 2 a.m. and whispered, “Lord, did You see that? Do You know how tired I am?”—you are in good company today. If your heart feels heavy, your hands feel weak, and your hope feels thin, you are exactly where Isaiah 40 meets you. This passage is a warm ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:27-40

Topics: Identity, People

Good Shepherd PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 1, 2025

The sermon proclaims that Jesus, the Good Shepherd, personally calls, protects, and provides abundant life for those who trust and surrender fully to Him.

Friends, some words settle us. Some words steady our steps and still our storms. John 10 is filled with those words. The scene is simple and strong: a Shepherd, His sheep, a door, a field, a wolf, and a promise. If your week has been loud, hear this: the Good Shepherd speaks in a voice that cuts ...read more

Topics: Identity, Divinity