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There are 661 sermon illustrations on Identity on IllustrateTheWord, across 6 categories.
2 Corinthians 5: With Scripture, Tradition, and Reason, it meets us gently—forms faithful worship and thoughtful public witness.
Psalm 139: In Spirit-led life, it stirs hunger for God’s presence and empowered ministry.
1 Peter 1: In God’s unfolding plan, it clarifies the times and calls us to readiness and hope.
Mark 1:4-11 14:25-33 confronts delay—tomorrow’s obedience is today’s disobedience—today, not someday.
The Gospel message emphasizes the necessity of personal transformation through a relationship with Jesus Christ. It highlights that salvation is not based on works but is received through faith, leading to a new identity and purpose in life. Ultimately, God desires a personal relationship with each individual, which changes their eternal destiny.
The Gospel message emphasizes the necessity of personal transformation through a relationship with Jesus Christ, as illustrated in John 3 with Nicodemus. It highlights that salvation is not based on works but is received through faith, leading to a new identity and purpose in life. This personal decision to trust in Christ is central to the evangelical message, affirming that God desires a relationship with each individual.
In 1772, John Newton sat in his study in Olney, England, preparing a sermon on identity. He was a former slave trader — a man...
In the 1950s, Mahalia Jackson was the most celebrated gospel singer in America. Record producers and nightclub owners lined up with lucrative offers — jazz...
In the Evangelical tradition, Genesis 27:1-40 is viewed through the lens of God's sovereignty and providence. The passage illustrates how human actions, even when flawed, do not thwart God's ultimate plan for salvation and blessing.
In the Non-Denominational tradition, Genesis 30:1-24 is often understood as a narrative of human desire and divine providence. It illustrates how God works through our struggles and desires, demonstrating that His purposes can be fulfilled even amidst human conflict and manipulation.
In the Mainline Protestant tradition, Genesis 45:16-28 is seen as a profound narrative of reconciliation and restoration, emphasizing God's providence in the midst of human suffering and conflict.
In the Universal theological tradition, Genesis 27:1-40 emphasizes the complexities of divine sovereignty and human agency. The narrative illustrates how God's purposes can unfold through flawed human actions, revealing that even when individuals act deceitfully, God's overarching plan remains intact.
In the film *Les Misérables*, there is a scene that cuts to the bone of what it means to know who you are. Jean Valjean...
In the 2012 film *Les Misérables*, there is a moment that cuts straight to the soul. Inspector Javert has pursued Jean Valjean for decades, and...
In the 1998 film *Les Misérables*, there is a moment that reshapes everything. Jean Valjean, played by Liam Neeson, has just been released from nineteen...
In the 1997 film *Good Will Hunting*, there is a moment that has brought audiences to tears for nearly three decades. Will Hunting, a janitor...
"You are not what you think you are, You are not what others think you are, You are what you think others think you are." - Unknown
"The most creative act you will ever undertake is the act of creating yourself." - Deepak Chopra
"At the center of your being you have the answer; you know who you are and you know what you want." - Lao Tzu