Sermons on Identity In God:

Our Identity In Christ

Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on May 5, 2003

Easter 3: We’re still celebrating Jesus’ Resurrection from the dead... and in this Resurrection, Christ offers us a new identity.

Jeff Foxworthy became famous with jokes based on the line, “You just might be a Redneck IF...” and then he would give you a stereotypical behavioral association. He would say stuff like: ·“You just might be a Redneck IF...You use your fishing license as a form of identification.” ·“You just might ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:8-12

Denomination: Lutheran

Community Identity Markers Series

Contributed by Adrian Warnock on Feb 17, 2007

How we are meant to be as a family together.

Community identity markers – define acceptable behaviour Key verses to whole book 2:12-13 – as often the case in Paul they mark the transition between doctrine and practical instruction. Love- commanded in every NT book bar Acts (although Paul does command the elders to CARE and speaks eloquently ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Case Of A Missing Identity Series

Contributed by Chip Monck on Jan 8, 2007

This sermon sets the series stage by exploring the role of Christ as Jehovah-Sabaoth, the Lord of Hosts. This is a spiritual warfare sermon describing Jesus as a Mighty Warrior!

(A great deal of the inspiration for this sermon taken from Francis Frangipane’s "The Three Battlegrounds", and "This Day We Fight".) Have you ever taken a good look at a Christmas tree angel? What do you see? What gender is portrayed? What tone? What emotions? At our home, it is a female ...read more

Denomination: Wesleyan

Know Your Identity

Contributed by Bala Samson on Oct 16, 2022

Know who you are!

Know your identity Matthew 1:6”Jesse was the father of David the king. David was the father of Solomon by Bathsheba who had been the wife of Uriah.” Don’t allow the world and the noises intimidate you, know who you are in Christ! Anybody listening to me? When we identify who we are after our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Act Your Identity Series

Contributed by David Owens on Nov 13, 2017

In order for us to live lives worthy of the gospel, we must remember our identity.

Introduction: A. One day a famous preacher visited a Nursing home where some patients with Alzheimer’s lived. 1. He went around and greeted the people who were very glad to see him. 2. He walked up to one lady and asked, “Do you know who I am?” 3. She said, “No, but if you go to the Front Desk, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:27-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Is Your Identity?

Contributed by Norman Bernad on Sep 27, 2022

• By our name? By our job? • By our income level? • We can be accomplished and have many people admire us and gain a positive reputation.

INTRODUCTION: How do we identify ourselves? • By our name? By our job? • By our income level? • We can be accomplished and have many people admire us and gain a positive reputation. However, that doesn’t mean we won’t still wonder who we really are. Illustration Take Nicole Kidman. She is an ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:18-21, 1 John 3:1-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Secret Identity Exposed

Contributed by Thomas Swope on May 5, 2019

A study in the book of Esther 4: 1 – 17

Esther 4: 1 – 17 Secret Identity Exposed 1 When Mordecai learned all that had happened, he tore his clothes and put on sackcloth and ashes and went out into the midst of the city. He cried out with a loud and bitter cry. 2 He went as far as the front of the king’s gate, for no one might enter the ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:4

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Beyond Identity Theft

Contributed by Jeff Edwards on Apr 25, 2008

Using the contemporary concept of "identity theft," the sermon asks the question, what does it mean to "know Jesus." It includes a connection to the issue of global warming.

Imagine if you will, a certain man – we’ll call him Joshua – who comes each day to sit on a park bench. Another man – we’ll call this one Barney – has never actually met Joshua, let alone sat with him on that park bench. Barney lives quite some distance from Joshua. He does, however, know ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-14

Denomination: Methodist

What Is Your Identity?

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Jan 14, 2008

Great Question - Whom Do You Say That I Am 1. People’s Identity 2. Christ’s Identity 3. My Identity

Luke 9:20KJV 20 He said unto them, But whom say ye that I am? Peter answering said, The Christ of God. According to the Federal Trade Commission, as many as 9 million Americans have their identities stolen each year. The FTC also reports that identity theft costs $53 billion annually, and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:18-26

Denomination: Baptist

Real Spiritual Identity Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jun 10, 2013

As we move into Chapter 6, Paul gives concrete examples of what it means to live as a Christian who is guided by the Spirit.

Introduction: A. The story is told of a man who was looking for a job and noticed that there was a “help wanted” sign at the zoo. 1. He inquired about the job and discovered that the zoo had a very unusual position that they needed to fill. 2. Apparently, their gorilla had died, and ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Protecting Your Identity Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 24, 2025

In this sermon, we will explore few biblical reasons why we should be cautious about sharing our name and picture with ungodly people.

As believers, we are often unaware of the spiritual implications of sharing our personal information, including our name and picture, with ungodly people. The Bible warns us of the dangers of interacting with those who do not share our faith, particularly those involved in occultic practices. In ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 22:32, Matthew 5:13-14

Born Identity: Savior Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Dec 18, 2008

A contextual Christmas Eve meditation on the birth of Jesus from the perspective of the shepherds- based on an article by Doug Greenwald

Born Identity: Savior Luke 2:8-20 When Luke tells us in 2:8 that there “were shepherds in the fields keeping watch over their flocks by night”, he is giving us clues about when Jesus was born and why he was born. Any first-century Middle Eastern villager reading this text would wonder why sheep ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Methodist

Insight Into Our Identity Series

Contributed by Bruce Willis on Dec 29, 2006

This sermon is the third in a series of four entitled "Our Identity In Christ" which seeks to lead one to an identification with Christ in His finished work on the Cross.

Identity theft is a problem most of us didn’t think about 5 years ago. However, today it’s common to hear the stories of victims who are trying to salvage their name and credit rating after learning that someone has stolen and misused a password, social security number, or credit card. Knowing ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

A Strike At His Identity Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Mar 30, 2003

1st in a three part series on the three occassions Jesus spoke about His death on the way to Jerusalem

THREE STRIKES AND HE’S OUT! A STRIKE AT HIS IDENTITY EASTER SERIES – 2003 Luke 9:18-27,Matt 16:21-23 INTRODUCTION: Baseball games are wonderful pass-time events. The excitement is sudden, the hot dogs tastes better (even at prices that stop your heart), and there is probably no other sport which ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:18-27, Matthew 16:21-23

Denomination: Baptist

A New Identity In Christ Series

Contributed by Mark Nichols on Nov 19, 2008

When you encounter Christ, EXPECT TO CHANGE!

TEXT: 2 Cor 5:17 TITLE: A New Identity In Christ! SERIES: Identity: Who am I? Who am I created to be? TOPIC: a new creation! OCCASION: Burnside Christian Church, November 23, 2008 PROP.: When you encounter Christ, EXPECT TO CHANGE! INTRODUCTION: Today’s sermon finishes out our series on ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ