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.
The question "Who do you say Jesus is?" lies at the heart of Christian faith. Through examining Jesus's baptism and temptation, we discover His true identity as the Son of God. Though sinless, Jesus was baptized to identify with sinners and fulfill righteousness. At His baptism, heaven was torn open, the Trinity was revealed, and God declared Jesus as His beloved Son. Immediately after, the Spirit led Jesus into the wilderness where He faced Satan's temptations for forty days. Jesus defeated each temptation using Scripture, achieving complete victory. This victory means we don't have to fight spiritual battles alone - we can run directly to Jesus, who understands our struggles and has already won the victory for us.
