What you believe about the Church shapes how you live. In this message, Pastor Ben unpacks what it means to be part of the true, global Church—justified by grace through faith in Christ alone—and how that belief shows up in our local church engagement. From baptism and communion to church membership and vulnerability in community, this sermon invites every believer to come, engage, and be transformed.

Scripture paints a profound picture of the Church as the bride, and Jesus as the bridegroom—loving, sanctifying, and preparing us for an eternal union. This message calls us to faithful obedience, humble submission, and joyful anticipation of the day we’ll be presented in glory at the marriage supper of the Lamb. Until then, we live prepared—worshiping, growing, and serving—clothed in Christ and committed to His Church.

Habits of the household must be personal, ongoing, and intentional to disciple our families toward Jesus. Kids do what you do, not what you say—make it count!

As we begin a new year, Pastor Ben reminds us that life is a journey—and we are all works in progress. In this message, he encourages us to embrace the beauty of being "in process," without using it as an excuse to stay stuck. Through Scripture, reflection, and practical next steps, we're invited to keep growing spiritually by spending time in God's Word and following the way of Jesus each day.