You Be You - Living Authentically in Christ: Embracing Your God-Given Identity

Jun 29, 2025 • Pastor Forrest

In this message, we're challenged to examine our lives and become more Christ-like. The core of our discussion revolves around Ephesians 4:17-5:2, where Paul urges believers to put off the old self and put on the new. We're reminded that as Christians, we're called to live differently from the world, developing spiritual habits that transform us from the inside out. The sermon emphasizes the importance of identifying our weaknesses and deliberately working to overcome them, not through our own strength, but by relying on the Holy Spirit. We're encouraged to set achievable goals, create accountability, and persist in our spiritual growth journey. The message draws fascinating parallels between physical training and spiritual development, reminding us that just as we practice what we're not good at in sports, we should focus on areas where we struggle spiritually. This practical approach to faith challenges us to actively participate in our transformation, always remembering that it's God's power working through us that brings about lasting change.

Chapters

Chapter 1: The Call to Live Differently

0:00 - 10:00

We are called to live differently from the unbelieving world, putting off our old self and embracing our new identity in Christ.

Chapter 2: Developing Spiritual Habits

10:00 - 20:00

We are encouraged to develop good spiritual habits to grow in our faith and become more Christ-like.

Chapter 3: Overcoming Negative Behaviors

20:00 - 30:00

We are instructed to put away negative behaviors such as lying, anger, and bitterness, replacing them with truth, forgiveness, and kindness.

Chapter 4: Imitating God's Love

30:00 - 40:00