Celebration CA '24 - Session 5

Sermon Notes: The Church at Antioch: Obedience and IdentityScripture References: Acts 11:19-30, Acts 13:1-3, Ephesians 4, 1 Corinthians 12, 1 Corinthians 14, 2 Corinthians 5, 1 Timothy, 1 & 2 Timothy, Proverbs 4, Proverbs 31, Hebrews 12, Romans 8, Revelation 2, Revelation 19, Ezekiel 37Intro:Recap of previous sermons on the church at Antioch.The church at Antioch as a model for us.This sermon focuses on obedience and identity, drawing lessons from the Antioch church and other scriptures.Key Points:The Church at Antioch:Evangelistically bold, multi-ethnic, generous, disciplined, and Spirit-led.Emphasis on the importance of these qualities for the church today.Obedience and Identity:The tension: following Jesus's commands vs. pursuing personal desires.The call to obedience: "Do whatever he says."Obedience as a key to experiencing God's presence and power.The Church's Identity:We are the church, called to be a dwelling place for God.Built on the foundation of Christ, the cornerstone (Ephesians 2).The importance of understanding our identity in Christ.Examples of Obedience in the Bible:Jesus's obedience, a model for us.The disciples following Jesus, even when it was difficult.The church in Antioch, responding to the Spirit's leading.The Call to Obedience:Obedience is not optional, but a command from Jesus.It is an expression of our love for God (John 14:15).It is necessary for experiencing God's blessings and fulfilling His mission.The Importance of Unity:Unity is not sameness, but togetherness under Jesus.The church should be a place where all are welcome and valued.We are called to cooperate with one another and submit to God's leadership.The Pursuit of God's Glory:The church's mission: to glorify God by making disciples.We must be intentional about our pursuit of God and His glory.God's glory is the ultimate goal, and our lives should reflect that.Conclusion:The church at Antioch provides a model for us in its commitment to obedience and its pursuit of God's glory.We are called to be a church that reflects Christ's love, unity, and mission.Obedience is essential for experiencing God's presence and fulfilling His purposes.Call to Action:Examine your own heart: are you obeying God's commands?Seek to know God more deeply and understand His will.Pursue unity with other believers.Be active in God's mission to glorify Himself.Surrender to His leadership and trust in His plan. Support the show*Summaries and transcripts are generated using AI. Please notify us if you find any errors.