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.
In this sermon from Nehemiah 5, Pastor Mike explores the principle that 'the end does not justify the means.' He examines how Nehemiah discovered that while the walls of Jerusalem were being rebuilt (a good work), wealthy Jews were exploiting their poorer brothers through usury and debt slavery. Nehemiah's response demonstrates that how we accomplish God's work is as important as the work itself. The pastor applies this principle to three areas: governing authorities, the church, and individual Christian living, emphasizing that all work done by believers is God's work and must be conducted with integrity, regardless of the desired outcome.
