Why Jesus’s Followers Are Called Christians // Acts 11:19-30 // Watermark Community Church

Summary

This sermon explores how our identity is shaped by our name and our actions, using the biblical narrative of John the Baptist and Jesus as examples. The speaker contrasts the formal, wise "John" with the more casual, fun-loving "Johnny," drawing parallels to how the disciples' radical lives in Antioch led them to be first called "Christians." The takeaway is that embracing a Christ-like identity means our lives will naturally reflect that calling, leading others to recognize our faith.