Sermon Notes: The Church at Antioch: Obedience and Identity
Scripture 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 37
Intro:
- 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.
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