The sermon centers on the transformative identity of the believer, anchored in Galatians 2:20, where the Christian's true self is defined not by earthly markers like occupation, family, or reputation, but by a profound union with Christ—crucified with Him, yet alive through His resurrection. Through a vivid retelling of Christ's crucifixion, the preacher emphasizes that this death is not merely historical but a spiritual reality in which the believer's old self is put to death, freeing them from sin's dominion and establishing a new identity rooted in Christ's life, not their own. The message unfolds as a theological journey from death to resurrection, from shame to righteousness, and from self-reliance to living by the faith of the Son of God, culminating in the unshakable assurance that nothing—neither suffering nor separation—can sever the believer's love from God. Ultimately, the sermon calls listeners to embrace their new identity: no longer defined by past failures or worldly labels, but by the indwelling presence of Christ, making them a new creation in whom all things have become new.