

The Church
6 snips May 11, 2025
Pastor JP emphasizes that the Church is not merely a place, but a vibrant community of believers united by purpose. By building their lives on Jesus, individuals become part of a movement that spreads hope. The podcast explores how early Christians were perceived by the Romans and emphasizes the need for selfless deeds in the church. It reflects on the importance of service over comfort, warning against losing sight of the original mission. Ultimately, the discussion calls for a renewed commitment to Christ's teachings as a foundation for enduring community.
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Raft Building Staff Retreat
- Pastor JP shares a fun staff retreat where they built rafts from trash to float on a lake.
- This illustrates how something discarded can become useful, similar to how the church is built.
The Church's Unstoppable Power
- Jesus declared he would build his church, an assembly that the gates of Hades cannot overcome.
- Despite its small beginning with 12 disciples, it became a powerful worldwide movement.
Overcome Church Hurt
- Don't let church hurt or tough experiences keep you from the church's purpose and growth.
- Push through doubts and pains to continue growing in your relationship with God and His people.