January 4, 2026 - Everything Flows From Identity - Dr. Nathan Millican

In this message, Pastor Nate launches a difficult sermon series on “God’s design,” beginning with the crucial topic of identity. He addresses controversial cultural issues, emphasizing the biblical truth that rules and boundaries are good for human flourishing and pointing out that everything flows from whether identity is God-determined or self-determined. The message challenges the cultural concepts of personal autonomy and “expressive individualism,” which sees inner feelings and intuition as the final arbiter of truth. Referencing 1 Corinthians 6:9-11, Pastor Nate discusses the seriousness of unrighteousness, including sexual immorality and practices that stand in opposition to God’s word, noting that true believers are defined by their desire for Jesus over sin. Ultimately, believers are called to find balance: do not be a “jerk for Jesus” or a “coward for Jesus,” but instead be kind and courageous, speaking the truth in love and embracing the forgiveness and transformation Christ offers.