Live Out of Your Identity
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In this sermon titled 'Live Out of Your Identity,' Pastor Jonathan delivers a powerful message centered on the transformative power of knowing one's spiritual identity in Christ. Drawing from Philippians 2, he emphasizes that believers are spiritual billionaires—rich in every spiritual blessing—yet often live as if they are paupers. Using the story of Ira and Anna Yates, who unknowingly owned a massive oil field, he illustrates how Christians possess unimaginable spiritual wealth but fail to live in the reality of it. The sermon unpacks four foundational truths of Christian identity: encouragement from union with Christ, comfort from God’s love, fellowship in the Holy Spirit, and tenderness and compassion from God. Pastor Jonathan calls the congregation to live out these truths by cultivating humility, valuing others above themselves, and loving others as Christ does. He challenges listeners to let their identity in Christ shape their relationships, attitudes, and actions, especially in moments of conflict or difficulty. The message culminates in a prayer for God to help believers live as true heirs of His grace, passing on His love and joy to a world in need.
Your identity in Christ is not earned—it’s received, and it makes you a spiritual billionaire.
Spiritual riches like God’s love, the Holy Spirit’s presence, and divine compassion are already yours—live in that reality.
True joy and unity come when you value others above yourself and focus on their needs.
Humility is not weakness—it’s strength rooted in knowing who you are in Christ.
Love others as Jesus does: with tenderness, presence, and selfless attention.
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Welcome and Church Identity
The sermon opens with a warm welcome to First Alliance Church, highlighting its mission to pursue God, extend hope, and disciple followers of Jesus. The pastor shares personal reflections on the church’s hospitality and his own journey, including his 27-year ministry in Cleveland and his deep connection to the Christian and Missionary Alliance denomination.
The Story of the Yates Oil Field
“They were living on top of these unbelievable riches, wealth, but didn't live in the reality of what was actually theirs.”
Spiritual Identity: The Foundation of Joy
“You're not earning your identity. You're receiving it.”
Living Out Identity: Humility and Love
“If you're a spiritual billionaire, you care more about blessing than you do impressing.”
Prayer and Final Call to Action
The sermon concludes with a heartfelt prayer, asking God to help believers live into their identity in Christ. The pastor calls for a life that reflects Jesus’ love—especially toward difficult people. He closes with a powerful reminder: the spiritual riches we have are limitless, unlike the finite oil field, and we are called to be living conduits of God’s grace.
“You are a spiritual billionaire. May we live like it.”
“I get to love your me, mommy. And that’s the best years of my life.”
“You're not earning your identity. You're receiving it.”
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Philippians
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Pastor Jonathan
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First Alliance Church
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Ira and Anna Yates
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Mary (Pastor's Wife)
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Christian and Missionary Alliance
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Ephesians
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Me Mommy
person
First Alliance Church – Lexington, KY
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A.B. Simpson
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