Flourishing in Your Identity
Flourishing in Your Identity
Speaker: Pastor Lee Cummings
Date: May 25, 2025
The enemy wants you to question your salvation, your worth, and God’s love. But the truth is—you are chosen, loved, and secure in Christ. Join Pastor Lee Cummings as he unpacks how to stand firm and fight back in this spiritual battle.
Here's a 5-day Bible reading plan and devotional guide based on this sermon:
Day 1: Embracing Your New Identity in Christ
Reading: Ephesians 2:1–10
Devotional: Just as Paul describes in Ephesians, we were once dead in our sins, but God, in His rich mercy, has made us alive with Christ. Today, reflect on the profound transformation that occurs when we accept Jesus as our Savior. You are no longer defined by your past or your mistakes. In Christ, you are a new creation with a new identity. Consider how this truth changes the way you view yourself and your purpose. How can you live today in light of your new identity as God's beloved child? Take a moment to thank God for His incredible grace and the new life He has given you.
Day 2: Living as Sons and Daughters, Not Slaves
Reading: Galatians 4:4–7
'Devotional: The sermon emphasized the difference between living as a slave and living as a son or daughter in God's house. As you read today's passage, meditate on what it means to be adopted into God's family. You are no longer a slave to sin or fear, but an heir with full rights as God's child. How does this change your approach to prayer, worship, and daily life? Reflect on areas where you might still be operating with a "slave mentality" rather than embracing your position as a beloved child of God. Ask the Holy Spirit to help you fully embrace your place in God's family today.
Day 3: The Power of God's Word in Shaping Our Identity
Reading: John 8:31–36
Devotional: Jesus teaches that abiding in His word leads to knowing the truth, which sets us free. Today's sermon highlighted how the Word of God is crucial in renewing our minds and reshaping our identity. As you read this passage, consider how regularly engaging with Scripture has impacted your life and self-perception. Are there areas where you need to let God's truth replace worldly lies or misconceptions about yourself? Commit to spending time daily in God's Word, allowing it to transform your thinking and reinforce your identity in Christ.
Day 4: Finding Our Place in God's Family
Reading: 1 Corinthians 12:12–27
Devotional: The church is described as a body with many parts, each essential and interconnected. Reflect on how being part of a church family has helped shape and affirm your identity in Christ. Consider your unique gifts and role within the body of Christ. How can you contribute to building up others in the faith community? Take time to thank God for the spiritual family He has given you and pray for opportunities to deepen your connections within the church.
Day 5: Living Out Our New Identity in the World
Reading: Matthew 5:13–16
Devotional: As believers with a new identity in Christ, we are called to be salt and light in the world. This passage challenges us to let our transformed lives shine before others. Reflect on how your new identity in Christ should impact your interactions with those around you. How can you demonstrate God's love and grace to others today? Consider practical ways you can be "salt and light" in your workplace, neighborhood, or among friends. Pray for courage and wisdom to live out your identity in Christ boldly, drawing others to Him through your words and actions.