Lesson 22.5 & 23

This lesson explores the contrast between our identity in Christ and our identity in the flesh. Pastor Todd emphasizes that believers should put no confidence in their fleshly accomplishments or heritage, but rather find their true worth and identity in Christ. He uses the Apostle Paul's personal testimony in Philippians 3 to illustrate how even the most impressive religious credentials are considered worthless compared to the surpassing value of the believer’s credentials in Christ.

Key Points:

- We must beware of those who put confidence in the flesh (dogs, evil workers, and false circumcision)

- Faithful believers worship in the Spirit, glory in Christ Jesus, and put no confidence in the flesh

- Paul's impressive religious credentials were considered loss for the sake of Christ

- Our identity in Christ is far superior to any earthly identity, accomplishments or heritage

- Believers should prioritize their new identity in Christ over their old identity in the flesh

- Walking in the Spirit means rejecting fleshly impulses and relying on God's truth