Christ Builds His Church (Revisited)

Reference

Ephesians 2:19-22

In this challenging message from Ephesians 2:19-22, Pastor Ryan Skolrud revisits the foundational truth that Christ alone builds His church. We explore what it means to be "living stones" built upon the cornerstone of Jesus and the foundation of the apostles and prophets.

Are we guilty of "spectator Christianity," waiting for the pastor or a few volunteers to do the work of ministry? Or are we actively praying, serving, and proclaiming the Gospel? This sermon addresses the danger of modern-day apostles and prophets, the necessity of daily prayer, and the urgent call to invite our community to hear the gospel.

Key Takeaways from this Sermon:

The Cornerstone: Christ is not an accessory; He is the defining center of the church. We cannot build on personality, programs, or politics.
False Foundations: A biblical warning against modern "apostles and prophets" who build their own empires rather than submitting to Scripture.
Spectator Christianity: The church cannot be sustained by a few people doing the work while everyone else watches. Every member is a living stone with a role.
Prayer & The Word: Before we ask God to move in our community, we must ask Him to expose our own apathy and self-reliance.
The 200 Challenge: A tangible goal to invite 200 people to join us for worship before Christmas.
Evangelism vs. Invitation: Inviting someone to church is a good first step, but it does not replace speaking the Gospel with actual words.