This week we answer the question “what does it mean to be a Christian who is an American?” What does the Bible say? Not a podcast or talk radio or Facebook or the so-called conservative media or even a “Christian” politician. What does Jesus say, and how did his followers in the 1st century understand the intersection of faith and politics – citizenship on earth and citizenship in heaven?
To begin, we’ll explore what is perhaps the most familiar“ political” story in the Bible. Read Matthew 22:15-22 as you prepare to join your GCC family for worship this weekend.
God's grace is the unmerited love and favor that appeared in human form through Jesus Christ. This grace saves us by redeeming, purifying, and making us God's children through Christ's sacrifice on the cross. Grace doesn't stop at salvation - it transforms us by training us to renounce ungodliness and live self-controlled, upright lives. We cannot accomplish this transformation through our own effort but must rely on God's grace to empower us. Ultimately, grace will glorify us when Jesus returns to establish His eternal kingdom where we will live in absolute perfection.
