Imago Dei Community A Sanctuary For The City: Back In God's Place...Again // 1 Chronicles 13:1-4, 16:1-3,7-11 - Chris Nye
Sep 22, 2025
Chris Nye discusses the importance of creating a Sanctuary for the City, emphasizing community participation for Portland’s future. He shares an inspiring story from Korea to illustrate how recognizing our insufficiencies invites divine power. The discussion highlights the need to make Jesus the central focus of the church while addressing the challenges of political polarization. Priorities are linked to community formation as Chris urges us to receive God’s grace before giving. Worship is presented as a vital tool for reorienting hearts towards God.
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Confession Sparks Revival
- Robert Hardy confessed his insufficiency at a 1907 missionary conference in Korea and ignited nationwide revival.
- That public admission led to mass repentance, racial reconciliation, and empowered Korean leadership.
Insufficiency Opens To Divine Power
- The pathway to God's power often begins with acknowledging personal insufficiency.
- When we admit "I cannot," we open the space for "only God can" to become the priority.
Participate In Sanctuary For The City
- Join Imago Dei's 25th‑year initiative, Sanctuary for the City, by participating in vision, prayer, and extra giving.
- Commit beyond your normal giving to expand the campus and multiply service to Portland.
