Have you ever wondered who you really are in Christ beyond the labels and expectations others place on you?
In this message, Marc Fey shares how staying grounded in God’s presence not only roots us in His Spirit but also leads us to discover our true identity. Building on the foundation of our new identity in Christ, Marc shows how the story of Peter reveals that our relationship to sin changes, our lives carry unique clues to who God has made us to be, and Jesus calls us to step out of the trap of comparison with His words, “What is that to you? You follow me.”
This message continues the Grounded series and reminds us that living from our true identity frees us to walk in God’s mission with confidence and grace. If you missed the live service or want to reflect further, you can watch the full message above anytime after. We’ve also included discussion questions to dig deeper into the message and a handout with fill-ins to guide your reflection. You can find the handout by clicking the “Download” button above. Whether you watch this on your own or share it with your small group, we hope this message encourages you.
Discussion Questions
- What stood out to you most from Marc’s message on true identity?
- How does knowing your new identity in Christ (Ephesians 1–2) give you a foundation for the rest of your life?
- Marc shared that being grounded changes our relationship with sin. How does seeing sin as broken relationship, not just rule-breaking, change the way you respond to it?
- Peter’s denial and restoration with Jesus revealed that agape love doesn’t come from our own effort but from Christ working in us. How does this truth encourage you in your own walk with Jesus?
- What does it mean to you that sin no longer defines you, but God’s love does?
- Marc said God gives us “clues” to our true identity through our experiences, gifts, and even struggles. What clues have you noticed in your own life?
- Have you ever experienced a moment when God pulled back the veil and showed you that He had prepared good works in advance for you to walk in? What happened?
- Why do you think comparison is so damaging to our spiritual lives? Where are you most tempted to compare yourself with others?
- Jesus told Peter, “What is that to you? You follow me.” How do those words challenge you today?
- What is one way you can live out your true identity this week in how you love, serve, or trust God?
