Fellowship Baptist Church

#nofilter :: Start Living Your Identity in Christ - Living with Purpose

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - John 1:40-42 (John 1:40-42; 3:16; 10:10; Jeremiah 1:5; 29:11; Psalms 139:14; 1 John 4:4; Philippians 1:6; 4:13; Romans 8:28-29; Matthew 16:18; 1 Peter 2:5; 5:10-11)
 
We are created by God, but why?
God not only gives us our identity, but he also calls us to a purpose. This is vital for us to understand, because without purpose our lives feel empty. When God created us, He had great plans for us. When we discover our identity in Christ we also discover our purpose for living.
 
#nofilter :: Start Living Your Identity in Christ
Living with Purpose
John 1:40-42
 
I. Our creator gives us our real identity.
--- 1. He knows you.
--- 2. He gets you.
--- 3. He designed you.
--- 4. He loves you.
--- 5. He desires you.
 
II. Our identity gives us our purpose!
A. You are so much more than you know.
B. You are created for more than you know.
 
III. Our purpose gives us our fulfillment. 

#nofilter :: Start Living Your Identity in Christ - Created by God

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - John 1:40-42 (Matthew 4:18-20; Genesis 1:27; John 1:40-42; 10:27; Jeremiah 1:5; 29:11; Psalms 139:14)
 
To truly know our identity, we have to begin at the source of our lives. We have to begin with God because He is our Creator. 
This changes everything! 
It is through our identity that we know our purpose. Through living out our purpose, we find true fulfillment. This is the opposite of confusion and anxiety. This brings peace and satisfaction. This is the life that God created for us!
It’s time to start living your identity in Christ!
 
#nofilter :: Start Living Your Identity in Christ
Created by God
John 1:40-42
 
Our creator gives us our real identity.
--- 1. He knows you.
--- 2. He gets you.
--- 3. He designed you.

Becoming like Barnabas

Calvin Houser (FBC Missionary, Philippines) - Acts (Acts 4:32-37; 8:22-26; 9:27-29; 11:19-24; 13:2-3; 15:36-41; Philemon 1:24; 2 Timothy 4:11)
 
Often we focus on the Pauls and Marks of the Bible. You ever think who encouraged and supported them? There may have never been a Paul or a Mark without a Barnabas.
 
Becoming like Barnabas
Mark
 
Becoming Like Barnabas1. Step outside your comfort zone.2. Serve from the heart.3. See the best in people.4. Speak life into people.5. Stay encouraging always.6. Seek the Lord before your ministry.7. See the results over time.
Conclusions: There may have never been a Paul or a Mark without a Barnabas. Someone may miss their potential without your encouragement! If you need encouragement - sow it! You will surely reap it in time!

#nofilter :: Start Living Your Identity in Christ - Start by Losing

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - Mark 8:34-35 (2 Thessalonians 2:3; 1 Corinthians 14:33; 2 Corinthians 2:11; Mark 8:34-35; Romans 12:2; James 1:8; Psalms 119:165; 139:14)
 
Who is the real you?
In our culture today, we struggle to know our true identity. We live in a society that deals with insecurities and identity confusion that has led us to all sorts of struggles.
We have an image that we present to others of how we want to be perceived. This is usually a facade or filter that we present to others, but it is not the real you. Just like in social media when we add a filter to our picture, we are not presenting the real us. We may also focus our identity on our job titles, marital status, our role as a parent, our acceptance on social media, our even our financial status.
What if these things changed or are stripped away? Who are you without these titles, relationships, or positions? What if we got real and removed the “filters” we hide behind in our lives?
The Bible explains to us who we truly are in Him. When we discover these truths, we can live out our lives with assurance, confidence and passion!
 
 
#nofilter :: Start Living Your Identity in Christ
Start by Losing
Mark 8:34-35
 
Two major problems connected to our identity:
--- 1. confusion
--- 2. validation
 
How do we start living our identity in Christ?
I. Let go of your false identity.
A. let go of traditional identity
B. let go of modern identity
 
II. Allow the Gospel to identify you.
A. the Gospel is absolute truth
B. the Gospel is my identity

Lessons from the Lame Man

Fred Kirk (FBC Charter Member) - Acts 3:1-11
Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - Reading of Second Letter from the Lame Man
 
Before Fred Kirk, a member of Fellowship for over 56 years, passed we had the opportunity to record part of the lesson that he planned on teaching called, "Lessons from the Lame Man." Second letter read by Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor).
 
Lessons from the Lame Man
Acts 3:1-10

Child of God

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - Romans 8 (Romans 3:23; 5:1-2 & 8; 7:24; 8:1, 14-16, 26 & 35-39; John 1:12-13; Psalm 149:4; 1 John 3:1; 4:18)
 
As Christians, we have lots of titles that we use to describe us: disciple, believer, follower, servant, etc. All of these descriptions are true and Biblical, but God gave us another one that takes it to another level.
It is a title that cast out fear, describes our relationship, gives us security, and nails down our identity. Do you know what it is? It is found in Romans 8 and is the perfect study for a special day like Mother’s Day.
 
Mother's Day at Fellowship
Child of God
Romans 8
 
As a child of God...
I. You are never alone.
II. You are greatly loved.
III. You are totally secure.

The Holy Spirit :: What about speaking in tongues?

Pastor Chris Andrews (Discipleship & Missions Pastor) - Acts 2 (Acts 2:1-12; 1 Corinthians 13:8-10; 14:1-6, 12-19 & 26-33; 2 Chronicles 5:13-14; Revelation 1:17; Ezekiel 1:28; 1 Samuel 19:23-24; Mark 3:22-30; Romans 5:20; John 16:8; Ephesians 4:14)
 
God is doing a work inside of you through the Holy Spirit! Join us as we continue this five week study and answer practical questions concerning the Holy Spirit and how He is at work in your life on a daily basis.
We will close out our look at 5 questions surrounding the Holy Spirit, and gain a better understanding of our relationship with him. The final question we will answer is: "What about speaking in tongues?"
 
The Holy Spirit :: What about speaking in tongues?
Acts 21. What about speaking in tongues?2. What about being slain in the spirit?3. What about the unforgivable sin, blaspheming the Holy Spirit?

Identity Crisis

Cristian Liuzzo (Real Life Students at Fellowship) - Luke 15:11-22
 
We all go through an identity crisis at one point or another. We leave God to try to find identity in the world through relationships, drugs, alcohol and social media. Yet it leaves us identifying as worthless, empty and broken.
 
When we return to God He restores our true identity found only in Him.
 
Identity Crisis
Luke 15:11-22
 
I. Worldly Identity
A. removes you from the Father
B. robs you of your blessings
C. it doesn't replenish your blessings
 
II. Self Identity
A. leaves you empty
B. leaves you wanting
C. leaves you feeling worthless
 
III. God's Identity
A. the robe
B. the ring
C. the shoes

The Holy Spirit :: What is the Fruit of the Spirit?

Pastor Chris Andrews (Discipleship & Missions Pastor) - Galatians 5:22-23 (Galatians 2:20; 5:16-24; Romans 6:10-11)
 
God is doing a work inside of you through the Holy Spirit! Join us as we continue this five week study and answer practical questions concerning the Holy Spirit and how He is at work in your life on a daily basis.
We will continue our look at 5 questions surrounding the Holy Spirit, and gain a better understanding of our relationship with him. The fourth question we will answer is: "What is the Fruit of the Spirit?"
 
The Holy Spirit :: What is the Fruit of the Spirit?
Galatians 5:22-231. What is the Fruit of the Holy Spirit?2. What the Fruit of the Spirit is NOT?3. How can I see this Fruit in my life?

RELATIONSHIPS :: It's Complicated // Dealing with Bitterness & Forgiveness - "You really hurt me!"

Mike Grover (Lead Pastor; Fellowship Baptist Church, FL) - 2 Corinthians 2:1-11 (1 Corinthians 5:2; 2 Corinthians 2:1-11; Romans 12:18; James 1:19; Ephesians 4:32; Acts 9:13-15, 17-19 & 26)
 
Hurt is inevitable in relationships.
 
We say things that we end up regretting. We argue and say things that hurt those that we love. These things cause bitterness, division, and brokenness. Satan loves relationships to be splintered because of bitterness.
 
God gives us hope to restore hurt and broken relationships. Check out what the Bible says about bitterness and forgiveness in our relationships. This can be a game-changer in your relationships!
 
Relationships :: It's Complicated
Dealing with Bitterness & Forgiveness
"You really hurt me!"
2 Corinthians 2:1-11
 
I. Accept the inevitability of conflict
 
II. Learn to deal with the fallout of unresolved conflict.A. Resolving conflict requires an act of forgiveness.B. Resolving conflict requires a context of sincerity.C. Resolving conflict requires a commitment of change.

The Holy Spirit :: What is walking in the Spirit?

Pastor Chris Andrews (Discipleship & Missions Pastor) - Galatians 5:16 (Romans 7:14-24; Galatians 5:16-26; Ephesians 3:20; 4:30-32; 5:18; 1 Thessalonians 5:19; 1 John 1:7-9; 5:14-15)
 
God is doing a work inside of you through the Holy Spirit! Join us as we continue this five week study and answer practical questions concerning the Holy Spirit and how He is at work in your life on a daily basis.
We will continue our look at 5 questions surrounding the Holy Spirit, and gain a better understanding of our relationship with him. The third question we will answer is: "What is walking in the Spirit?"
 
The Holy Spirit :: What is walking in the Spirit?
Galatians 5:161. What is walking in the Spirit?2. Why should I walk in the Spirit?3. How do I walk in the Spirit? How do I know that I am in the Spirit?

RELATIONSHIPS :: It's Complicated // The Power of Words - "What did you say?!"

Pastor Tony Liuzzo (Lead Pastor) - Ephesians 4 (Genesis 1:3, 20, 24 & 26; 3:1; John 1:1 & 14; Hebrews 4:12; Romans 8:6; 10:17; Proverbs 15:1-2; 18:6 & 21; Ephesians 4:2-3, 15, 26-27, 29-30 & 32; 5:25; 6:1 & 4; Luke 6:45)
 
Relationships were created by God to make us better, bring glory to God, and fulfill the mission of God. God gave us a powerful tool to build relationships…words!
We probably don’t think of words as being a tool, but they were created by God to bring us together. What complicates relationships is when we use this tool to hurt rather than build. Relationships have been destroyed because of how we use our words, in the wrong way.
Do you use your words to bring glory to God? Do you use your words to help others? You might be surprised to discover what God has commanded concerning words and relationships.
 
Relationships :: It's Complicated
The Power of Words
"What did you say?!"
Ephesians 4
 
I. Do you use your words to hurt?
 
II. Do you use your words to help?
A. Your words should help build up people.
B. Your words should minister God's grace.
C. Your words should be filtered by the Holy Spirit.