Identity Daytona Sermon Podcast

What kind of movement begins with the death of its leader? When visionaries die, visions fade. When generals fall, armies scatter. When leaders are buried, people go home. But Christianity is different. At the very center of our faith is not a success story — it’s a suffering Savior. In this message from the Book of Isaiah 53 and the Apostles’ Creed, we explore what it means to confess: “He suffer...

I Believe in God the Father Almighty, Creator of Heaven and Earth What we believe is never neutral. It quietly shapes how we live, what we trust, and who we are becoming. In this opening message of our series on The Apostles’ Creed, we slow down and begin where the Christian faith begins—not with ourselves, but with God. Together, we explore the first article of the Creed: “I believe in God the Fa...

Join us for a meaningful Christmas Eve gathering as we celebrate the birth of Jesus and the hope He brings to the world. This special service includes a time of worship and messages from Pastor Carlos and Pastor Byron, inviting us to slow down, reflect, and behold the wonder of Emmanuel—God with us. Pastor Byron’s message will be rooted in Matthew 1:18–25, reflecting on Joseph’s quiet faith, obedi...

What do you do when you’ve been faithful… and you’re still waiting? Advent is a season of waiting—waiting for God to move, to speak, to fulfill what He has promised. In this message from Luke 1:5–25, we sit with Zechariah, a righteous and faithful priest who learns what it means to trust God in the silence. Zechariah’s story reminds us that waiting is not wasted time. It is often the place where G...

In this week’s session of How to Read and Study the Bible, Pastor Byron Cogdell walks us through the practice of Observation — learning to slow down and really see what’s in the text before asking what it means. We’ll discover how careful observation deepens our understanding of God’s Word, how to recognize what’s repeated, emphasized, and true to life, and how to move from casual reading to spiri...

Many people know about Jesus — but do they truly know Him? In Matthew 7:13–23, Jesus warns that not everyone who says “Lord, Lord” will enter the Kingdom of Heaven. This week, Pastor Byron unpacks one of the most sobering and clarifying passages in the Sermon on the Mount, reminding us that real discipleship isn’t about performance or appearance—it’s about a living relationship with Christ

What if God’s silence isn’t His absence, but an invitation to draw nearer? In one of Jesus’ most comforting—and challenging—teachings, He tells us to ask, seek, and knock. But this isn’t about getting whatever we want. It’s about learning to trust the goodness of a Father who knows what we need. This week, we’ll explore what persistent prayer really means and how it forms us into people who live b...

We’re continuing in the Sermon on the Mount with one of Jesus’ most quoted — and most misunderstood — teachings: “Do not judge.” In Matthew 7:1–6, Jesus doesn’t forbid discernment but warns us about the danger of condemning others while ignoring the “beam” in our own eye. Together we’ll wrestle with what it means to see ourselves honestly, repent purposefully, and help others with clarity and comp...

In these verses, Jesus reminds us that fasting is not about appearances or spiritual showmanship—it’s about drawing near to the Father with an undivided heart. True fasting is a hidden act of devotion that deepens our dependence on God and opens us to His presence in powerful ways. Read the Passage

Prayer is one of the most important parts of the Christian life—yet most of us either struggle to know what to say, or fall into the habit of praying shallow, pious words. In Matthew 6, Jesus gives us the Lord’s Prayer—not just a set of words to repeat, but a perfect framework for how to approach God. This week, Pastor Byron will walk us through how the Lord’s Prayer reshapes our view of God, our...

We live in a culture obsessed with being seen — likes, shares, applause, recognition. But Jesus calls us to a different way: a life lived before an Audience of One. In Matthew 6:1–8, He warns against using generosity and prayer as a stage for self-promotion. True righteousness isn’t for public display; it’s for the Father’s delight. This week, we’ll discover the freedom, intimacy, and reward that...

We all have unspoken rules for who gets our love — and who doesn’t. In this message from Matthew 5:43–48, Pastor Byron L. Cogdell challenges us to confront those boundaries in light of Jesus’ command to love our enemies. Discover what it means to reflect the heart of the Father, who loves without limits, and how that kind of love can transform not only our relationships but our witness to the worl...

Jesus called His disciples the salt of the earth and the light of the world—not just to describe who we are, but to show us what we’re for. In a world longing for hope, healing, and truth, followers of Christ are meant to be present, powerful, and purposeful. This week, we’ll explore what it means to live a life of kingdom usefulness—where our faith shines and our lives season the spaces around us...

Guest speaker Dr. Ed Stetzer shares a powerful message on the tabernacle and the enduring presence of God with His people. From the wilderness to our everyday lives, God has always desired to dwell with us. Discover how His presence sustains, guides, and transforms us—no matter where we are on the journey.