Believers in Christ are being called to become who they already are in Christ. The sermon highlights the following identities in Christ: God's child, God's friend, part of God's flock, part of God's chosen people, dead to sin, raised to life with Christ, and God's temple. It also emphasizes the importance of growing as a disciple and as a worshiper, uniter, giver, proclaimer, and missionary. The sermon encourages believers to fully embrace their identity in Christ and live accordingly.
Scripture: 1 Peter 1:23-2:4