Identity Daytona Sermon Podcast

In this message, we begin our journey through the Beatitudes by exploring the first four Kingdom postures: poverty of spirit, mourning, meekness, and hunger for righteousness. Jesus shows us that true blessing begins with brokenness — when we come to the end of ourselves, we find the beginning of the Kingdom.This sermon will challenge how you define success and help you reimagine what it means to live a truly blessed life.

This Sunday, we're diving into Romans 12 to explore how the Holy Spirit has uniquely gifted each of us—but not for personal platform or prestige. These gifts are given for the good of the Body and the glory of God. In a world that celebrates individualism, the church is called to a better way: unified diversity, where each part matters, and every gift finds its place.Whether you're still discovering your spiritual gifts or longing to use them more fully, this message will help you see how your life fits into something bigger than yourself. Come ready to be encouraged, challenged, and commissioned to use what God has placed in you, for the sake of His people and His mission.

In this sermon, we dive deep into 1 Corinthians 14 to explore the gift of tongues and its place in the life of the believer. While tongues have been a topic of much debate, Paul encourages the church not to forbid them, but to eagerly desire this spiritual gift for personal edification and connection with God.Through careful exegesis of Paul's teachings, we learn how speaking in tongues can be a powerful tool for personal prayer, worship, and spiritual empowerment. Pastor Byron also discusses how tongues should be practiced in a way that honors God and benefits the church, while also guarding against misuse or disorder in corporate worship.Join us as we examine the biblical foundation for tongues, understand why it's a gift we should desire, and explore how it can strengthen our spiritual lives today.

In this sermon, Pastor Byron Cogdell unpacks the heart of 1 Corinthians 14, focusing on one powerful command: “Eagerly desire the gift of prophecy.”Too often, spiritual gifts are either misunderstood or neglected, but Paul makes it clear that prophecy is a gift that builds up the church, strengthens believers, and reveals the nearness of God. In this teaching, you'll be invited to pursue the prophetic—not as a performance, but as a Spirit-empowered way to encourage and edify others.This message will stir your faith and help you reimagine what a Spirit-filled, other-focused church can truly be.

This Easter, we celebrated more than an empty tomb — we embraced a living truth: the same Spirit who raised Jesus from the grave now lives in us. In this powerful message, Pastor Byron unpacks Romans 8:11 and shows us what it means to live with resurrection power daily.Through Scripture, story, and Spirit-filled preaching, you'll be reminded that resurrection isn't just a past event or future hope — it's a present power. You were raised to live differently: with boldness, freedom, and purpose.Because He lives, so do we — by the Spirit.

What does it really mean to be gifted?Walk with us through Paul's words in 1 Corinthians 12 to help us rediscover the source, purpose, and power of the spiritual gifts. In a world obsessed with talent and platform, Paul reminds the church that the Holy Spirit gives gifts not for status, but for service.Through the lens of Scripture—and with insight from all three persons of the Trinity—we see that spiritual gifts are given by God, through the Spirit, for the common good of the body. The gifts are not something we earn or manufacture, but manifestations of the Spirit's presence among us.

Are you walking through a season of struggle, doubt, or spiritual dryness? Do you feel like you're in a valley of hopelessness? You're not alone—God is with you in the valley.In this sermon, we dive into Ezekiel 37:1-14 and Isaiah 7:14 to see how God breathes life into dry places, restores hope to the broken and fulfills His promise to be Immanuel—God with us. The valley is not the end of the story—resurrection is coming!

What does it mean for God to dwell among His people? In this sermon, we explore the journey from the Tabernacle in the wilderness to the Temple in Jerusalem, asking: Did a building guarantee God's presence?

From the very beginning, God desired to dwell with His people. In the Garden of Eden, humanity experienced a perfect relationship with God—walking with Him, hearing His voice, and living in His presence. But sin changed everything. Instead of dwelling with God, we hid from Him. Instead of trusting Him, we chose to rule ourselves.But the story doesn't end there. The entire Bible is the story of God's pursuit to bring us back into His presence. Through Jesus, God has made a way for us to walk with Him again.

In this message, Pastor Byron unpacks Isaiah 61, revealing how God calls His people to be branches of Kingdom transformation through renewal, rebuilding, and restoration. Discover how we can live out the mission of proclaiming good news, healing the brokenhearted, and bringing justice to our city.

Pastor Byron explores Jesus' prayer for unity in John 17:20-23, revealing how biblical unity reflects God's glory and serves as a testimony to the world. Discover how being rooted in unity strengthens our faith, deepens our relationships, and draws others to Christ. This sermon challenges us to pursue oneness in Christ, live out our calling as a unified body, and display the love of God through our community.

How do we stand firm in our faith in a world full of challenges and spiritual battles? Join Pastor Byron as he unpacks Ephesians 6:10-20, exploring the armor of God and the power of prayer. Discover how to rely on God's strength, equip yourself for the fight, and stand resilient in life's trials. Don't just survive—thrive in the victory that's already won in Christ!Watch now and be empowered to stand strong!

Welcome to our sermon series on the book of Ephesians! In today's message, titled "You Are Blessed," we dive into Ephesians 1:3-14 to uncover the incredible spiritual blessings that God has lavished upon us. Here are a few of our main points:We are blessed but tend not to see it because we focus on what is seen instead of unseen.Four spiritual blessings must be embraced:1. We are chosen as God's children out of His desire.2. We are redeemed by the blood of Jesus.3. We are enlightened to the will of God.4. We have the presence of God with us right now.This sermon is in a series that has just started, but you can see the previous message here: https://youtu.be/kvWNykn3hrs?si=-5MpcUDt6T5srI_W

Pastor Byron dives into the book of Ephesians with a sermon on Ephesians 1:1-2. In this introductory message, we explore Paul's heartfelt greeting to the believers in Ephesus, highlighting the themes of grace and peace that set the tone for the entire letter. Discover the significance of Paul's apostolic authority and deep connection with the Ephesian church. This sermon will inspire you to embrace the grace and peace offered through Christ and prepare your heart for the profound teachings found in the rest of this powerful epistle.We can live as holy people of God because we have grace and peace from God.Point #1: "Grace & Peace" reminds us of the identity and purpose we all need.Point #2: Both grace and peace are from the fullness of God.#AfterTheSermon #identitydaytona #daytonachurch

Our spiritual lives are only fulfilling if we are deeply connected to Jesus.Jesus connects us to God so that we may experience love, joy, and fulfillment.1. The Deeply Connected Life will produce fruit2. The Deeply Connected Life will include some pruning3. The Deeply Connected Life brings us joyJesus' only command to us in John 15 is to ABIDE or to REMAIN in Him.“Remaining in Jesus is an ongoing faith and loving obedience to God that results in fruit”

“Truly I tell you, anyone who doesn't enter the sheep pen by the gate but climbs in some other way is a thief and a robber. 2 The one who enters by the gate is the shepherd of the sheep. 3 The gatekeeper opens it for him, and the sheep hear his voice. He calls his own sheep by name and leads them out. 4 When he has brought all his own outside, he goes ahead of them. The sheep follow him because they know his voice. 5 They will never follow a stranger; instead they will run away from him, because they don't know the voice of strangers.” 6 Jesus gave them this figure of speech, but they did not understand what he was telling them.7 Jesus said again, “Truly I tell you, I am the gate for the sheep. 8 All who came before me[a] are thieves and robbers, but the sheep didn't listen to them. 9 I am the gate. If anyone enters by me, he will be saved and will come in and go out and find pasture. 10 A thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I have come so that they may have life and have it in abundance.

Feast Upon The Lord!After Jesus feeds 5000 people with a couple of fish and a few loaves of bread, many people are still only seeking Him so that they may see more miracles take place. He responds that the Israelites should be seeking Him because He is truly sent from God to save them. As they listen, he declares “I am the bread of life” and that no one will have everlasting life outside of having faith in Him. Jesus wants us to know that we should hunger for Him because he fills our spirits, not just our stomachs. Main Points1. Feast on the bread that will not perish2. Feast on the bread that was sent from heaven3. Feast on the bread gives you lifeHow do we feast up the Lord?-Believe in who he is, not just what He can give-Enjoy the things of the Lord in His presence-Give away your desires for full dependence-Get what you need from Him daily

We will wrap up our sermon series on #GodlyStewardship by looking at what the Bible says about how we should spend the money that He has given us.

1. GOD USES SILENCE TO TELL US HOW MUCH WE NEED HIM IN OUR HEARTS2. GOD USES OUR SUFFERING TO TELL US HOW HIS WAYS ARE GREATER THAN OURS.3. GOD USES THE WORLD HE CREATED TO TELL US HOW MUCH WE CAN TRUST THAT HE IS IN CONTROL.Practice:Engage in listening prayer:- Find a silent place and embrace it- Breathe deeply and deprive your body of external comfort- Ask the Spirit to speak to you- Wait on the Lord

Pastor  @byronlcogdell  preached the first installment of our #SpeakLord Sermon Series about learning to recognize the voice of the God who speaks.Things to meditate on:1. Before we seek another word from God, be sure to know the word of God.2. Sometimes the people of God help you recognize the voice of God.3. The life-changing word that we seek can be on the other side of the invitation to speak.How we can make this worth it in our lives:- Learn to hear God's voice more clearly by being in community with Christians who already know the voice of God.- Pay attention to the disruptions that may be God getting your attention so that you might listen more intently.- Invite God to speak into your life through prayer and meditation on the Word of God

Jesus is the sweet aroma of justice that comes as he dies for our sins. The aroma is one that has been there since the foundations of the world were established. Jesus was precious at birth but what made him worthy of worship is that He was God in flesh, born to die for those who need him.

Join us as we dive into our Advent sermon series entitled “The Arrival”. Week Two of our series will feature a sermon about how God gives us the message for all who are lowly

Join us as we dive into our Advent sermon series entitled “The Arrival”. Week One of our series will feature a sermon about our need for a Savior who is coming for us.Our text is Genesis 6:5-85 When the Lord saw that human wickedness was widespread on the earth and that every inclination of the human mind was nothing but evil all the time, 6 the Lord regretted that he had made man on the earth, and he was deeply grieved. 7 Then the Lord said, “I will wipe mankind, whom I created, off the face of the earth, together with the animals, creatures that crawl, and birds of the sky—for I regret that I made them.” 8 Noah, however, found favor with the Lord.

16 The eleven disciples traveled to Galilee, to the mountain where Jesus had directed them. 17 When they saw him, they worshiped,[d] but some doubted. 18 Jesus came near and said to them, “All authority has been given to me in heaven and on earth. 19 Go, therefore, and make disciples of[e] all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 teaching them to observe everything I have commanded you. And remember,[f] I am with you always,[g] to the end of the age.”

We take another step in our ENCOUNTERS WITH JESUS sermon series to see his move toward a wealthy tax collector who looked for him even as he felt so far away.Pastor Byron preaches a message entitled "Jesus Pass Through Here" from the book of Luke.Follow Identity Church: @identitydaytona on ALL SOCIAL PLATFORMSLearn more about us at:www.identitydaytona.org

Luke 24:13-35 shares what it's like when your expectations for what you wanted Jesus to do are blown away by an experience of Jesus showing you what He's truly come for.Road to EmmausFollow Identity Church:@identitydaytona on ALL SOCIAL PLATFORMS