our community identity

  • 1 Peter 2:4-12
  • Hugo Venegas
  • Aug 15, 2010
  • Series: Community
our community identity

Our Community Identity

I Peter 2:4-12

 

 

Introduction:

 

  • Sometimes our identity as Christians is defined by culture

 

  • The Bible helps to remind us of our true identity

 

What characterizes our identity as a Christian community?

 

I. Our identity is connected to Jesus.

 

            A. Connected to his person. John 1:10-14

 

            B. Connected to his work. John 1:29

 

            C. Connected to his mission. Matthew 28:18-20

 

II. Our identity is defined by God.

 

            A. We are a Chosen People:

 

            B. We are a Royal Priesthood:

 

            C. We are a Holy Nation:

 

            D. we are a People belonging to God:

 

III. Our identity is lived out through action.

 

            A. Active in growing organically in community. V. 5

 

            B. Active in being God’s customer service representatives. V. 5,9; I Cor 15:58

 

            C. Active in presenting offerings of worship and praise to God. V.5,9

 

            D. Active in being good news to others in our city and beyond. V. 12

 

Conclusion: