God reveals himself to all people in all different ways so that they might meet Jesus. We often tell the story of the Three Kings, or the Magi, as this side story to the coming of Christ. The deeper truth in this is that Jesus wasn’t only sent for the Jewish people, he was sent for all people. As we look deeper into the lives of the Magi, we come face to face with the Gospel truth that we are called to take the Gospel to places where it is not so that other might know Jesus.
Our souls long for grace and peace that can only be given by Jesus because he is the mediator between God and men. As we look at this song written and adapted as the Bible was first coming to be printed, the message is clear, the coming of Jesus was a turning point for all of human history. In the search for peace and grace in a trying world, there was only one who would come to restore all that sin had destroyed. The only one who could do that had to be able to mediate between God and mankind. Together we look at the implication of Jesus coming as fully God and fully man in our lives.
We have a wonderful Gospel story to show and tell the world. Jesus is a wonderful savior and King. He has impacted our lives in such way that we can’t help but talk about Jesus in the everyday things of life.
We believe in taking faith-filled, big thinking risks. Our God is bigger and more powerful than we can dream. God calls us to trust Him even when the outcomes aren’t clear. We forge ahead in obedience and boldness.
We believe creativity is a natural result of worship. The Gospel motivates us to creatively worship Jesus with all of our talents and artistry. If you keep doing what you’ve been doing you will keep getting what you’ve been getting. Creativity is mixture of gifting, intentionality, and fearlessness. We must use and develop our gifts for the glory of God.
We believe in a “go” mentality. We will always strive to go to others, before we invite them to come to us. The Gospel compels us to initiate relationships with others so that they might see the Gospel. We must care about loving and reaching people with the Gospel then church participation.
We believe we are here to have a cultural impact. The Gospel compels us to have hope, love others, and transform our town. We do not need an invitation to love. God is calling us to impact others where we are. We are here to have an impact, not to have a successful programs or activities.
We believe that generosity leads to multiplication. As we give our best time, talents, and treasure to God, he multiplies it. Do we trust God to do more with less in our lives? God will only be able to multiply us to the degree that we are willing to give.
We believe the Gospel is best conveyed in community. The Gospel causes us to have more authentic and loving relationships. The Gospel is lived out through our relationships. We do not have an isolated faith. Community is not optional. It is an essential part of the life of a believer.
We believe excellence honors God and inspires people. In everything we do, we want to always bring our best. We were made as worshippers, so worship God and worship with all that you have. Bring our best to God, not our leftovers.