While the word “identity” is a fairly modern buzzword, the concept is quite old. Our current culture says we are to discover our identity within ourselves and then look to others to affirm it, but is this the best way to answer the question: Who am I? Join us for “Identity Matters,” part of The Gospel According to John Series.
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MESSAGE STUDY NOTES (also as PDF download above)
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WARM UP
What do you think your classmates would have said was your identity in school? Why?
READ
John 8:21-30; Matthew 27:46
KEY INSIGHTS
Identity in Christ Gives You:
1. Direction
2. Belonging
3. Humility
4. Security
Identity: Don’t look within, look to him!
QUESTIONS FOR DISCUSSION
1. The Bible uses the term “in Christ” over 200 times. What do you think is the significance of this phrase?
2. Do you think a person should look within themselves to discover their identity? Why or why not?
APPLICATION
Describe “identity in Christ” in your own words.
FOR MENTORING
How do you think you could help a brother or sister “in Christ” to strengthen their identity in him?
