Secularism and the Challenge to Christian Faithfulness

Grace Chapel

Secularism and the Challenge to Christian Faithfulness

September 15, 2024 • Pastor Josh Weidmann

The mission of the Church is to be faithful to Christ and His teachings. Yet in our current culture, secularism seems to be advancing at an unprecedented pace, impacting every corner of society, including the Church.

How do we biblically respond to secularism and distinctly live from a biblical worldview? Here are 5 key points:

1. Affirm the Authority of Scripture

As followers of Christ, we must reaffirm that Scripture is our ULTIMATE authority, resist the cultural pull to redefine biblical teachings & reject the temptation to accommodate Scripture to fit secular ideologies.

2. Stand Firm in Faith

We are called to know and defend biblical truth, to hold each other accountable, and to reject any compromise with secularism.

3. Live as “People of the Book.”

As believers, we must live distinctly as followers of Christ. We are called to be “people of the Book,” refusing to conform to the patterns of this world but instead to be transformed by the renewal of our minds.

4. Engage Culture with Truth and Grace

Our goal is not to win arguments but to win souls, speaking the truth in love and praying for those who oppose the faith.

5. Proclaim the Gospel Boldly

A Christian’s mission is to proclaim the Gospel boldly, even in a culture that rejects it. We must preach Christ crucified, knowing that it will be a stumbling block to some and foolishness to others, but to those who are being saved, it is the power of God.

In a world filled with mixed messages, take intentional time to filter what you see, hear, and engage with through the lens of Scripture. Seek God’s wisdom and strength as you confront secularism with the truth of the Gospel & stand firm in the faith.

Created by Design: God’s Vision for Gender and Identity

November 3, 2024 • Pastor Josh Weidmann

We are all made the way God intended us to be — He makes no mistakes. Each and every person has been intricately designed and woven by the Master’s hand. Though the culture around us promotes a self-determined identity, Scripture tells that every detail and every trait has been formed with careful intention. We were each created by design.

Dual Citizenship: Keeping Heaven’s Priorities in an Earthly Society

October 27, 2024 • Pastor Josh Weidmann • Philippians 3:20

Heavenly Citizenship + Earthly Responsibility How do we, as Christians, think about this all? Should we care about politics, policies, and priorities? Here are 3 key application points we can put into practice in our daily lives: 1. Prioritize your Heavenly Citizenship 2. Live as Sojourners on Earth 3. Engage with Politics While Remembering Heavenly Citizenship 🔹When we talk about “citizenship in heaven” we mean that Christians, belonging to God’s eternal kingdom, live on earth as representatives of Christ, prioritizing His values, holding an eternal perspective, and embodying a hope that transcends this world. So until we are home, We pray for our country and our leaders. We participate thoughtfully and respectfully in the political process. We persevere until we are home with Christ, trusting God with the outcomes.

The Divine Design For Marriage

October 20, 2024 • Jim Newheiser • Genesis 2:18–24

Though the concept of marriage has undergone a radical change in our culture, and has in many ways sought to be redefined, God has divinely designed marriage and has given us foundational directives for this covenant union that are found in His infallible & unchanging Word.