What does it really mean to be in Christ?

In this powerful teaching series from Central City Assembly, Pastor Kai walks verse-by-verse through the book of Ephesians to help believers understand their true identity in Jesus, the transforming power of the gospel, and how to live with purpose every day.

The phrase “in Christ” changes everything. It speaks to who we are, what we’ve been given, and how we’re called to live. In Ephesians, the Apostle Paul reveals the spiritual blessings we have in Christ, the grace that saves us, the unity of the Church, and the practical call to walk in holiness, love, and spiritual strength.

Whether you’re new to faith, exploring Christianity, or a long-time believer wanting deeper spiritual growth, In Christ will anchor your heart in the gospel and equip you to walk confidently in who Jesus says you are.

Reflection Questions:

• Where in your life have you been disqualifying yourself from something God may be calling you to step into?
• What is one area where God might be asking you to say “yes” even though you don’t fully understand the outcome?
• What comfort, control, or fear might be holding you back from embracing the cost of God’s purpose for your life?
• How would your next step of obedience change if you truly believed you already have boldness and access to God through Christ?

What does it really mean to be in Christ?

In this powerful teaching series from Central City Assembly, Pastor Kai walks verse-by-verse through the book of Ephesians to help believers understand their true identity in Jesus, the transforming power of the gospel, and how to live with purpose every day.

The phrase “in Christ” changes everything. It speaks to who we are, what we’ve been given, and how we’re called to live. In Ephesians, the Apostle Paul reveals the spiritual blessings we have in Christ, the grace that saves us, the unity of the Church, and the practical call to walk in holiness, love, and spiritual strength.

Whether you’re new to faith, exploring Christianity, or a long-time believer wanting deeper spiritual growth, In Christ will anchor your heart in the gospel and equip you to walk confidently in who Jesus says you are.

Reflection Questions:

• Where in your life have you been disqualifying yourself from something God may be calling you to step into?
• What is one area where God might be asking you to say “yes” even though you don’t fully understand the outcome?
• What comfort, control, or fear might be holding you back from embracing the cost of God’s purpose for your life?
• How would your next step of obedience change if you truly believed you already have boldness and access to God through Christ?

What if resurrection isn’t just something we wait for after we die—but something we can experience right now?

On this Resurrection Sunday, we explore what it truly means to live a resurrection life. Many people—including Christians—settle for being “alive-ish”: saved, but stuck… breathing, but not fully living. But Jesus didn’t rise from the dead so we could simply exist until heaven—He rose to make us fully alive today.

Looking at Romans 6 and the life Jesus is living right now, this message unpacks a powerful truth: resurrection requires death—not just physical death, but a daily dying to our old ways, sin, and self. And from that death comes a new kind of life.

Reflection Questions:

• Where in your life have you settled for being “alive-ish” instead of fully living the resurrection life Jesus offers?
• What is one specific area of your old life that needs to be put to death so you can walk in new life with Christ?
• Which of the five marks of resurrection life—present, purposeful, proven, praying, or preparing—is most missing in your life right now?
• What step of obedience is God calling you to take today so you can move from simply being saved to fully living resurrected?

What does it really mean to be in Christ?

In this powerful teaching series from Central City Assembly, Pastor Kai walks verse-by-verse through the book of Ephesians to help believers understand their true identity in Jesus, the transforming power of the gospel, and how to live with purpose every day.

The phrase “in Christ” changes everything. It speaks to who we are, what we’ve been given, and how we’re called to live. In Ephesians, the Apostle Paul reveals the spiritual blessings we have in Christ, the grace that saves us, the unity of the Church, and the practical call to walk in holiness, love, and spiritual strength.

Whether you’re new to faith, exploring Christianity, or a long-time believer wanting deeper spiritual growth, In Christ will anchor your heart in the gospel and equip you to walk confidently in who Jesus says you are.

Reflection Questions:

• Where am I forgetting who I once was, and how might remembering it deepen my gratitude for what Christ has done?
• Am I relating to God based on Christ’s finished work or slipping back into performance, guilt, or shame?
• Who is someone I struggle to love or welcome, and what barrier do I need to tear down in order to reflect the unity Christ created?
• What is one intentional step I can take this week to help bring someone who is “far off” near to Jesus?

What does it really mean to be in Christ?

In this powerful teaching series from Central City Assembly, Pastor Kai walks verse-by-verse through the book of Ephesians to help believers understand their true identity in Jesus, the transforming power of the gospel, and how to live with purpose every day.

The phrase “in Christ” changes everything. It speaks to who we are, what we’ve been given, and how we’re called to live. In Ephesians, the Apostle Paul reveals the spiritual blessings we have in Christ, the grace that saves us, the unity of the Church, and the practical call to walk in holiness, love, and spiritual strength.

Whether you’re new to faith, exploring Christianity, or a long-time believer wanting deeper spiritual growth, In Christ will anchor your heart in the gospel and equip you to walk confidently in who Jesus says you are.

Reflection Questions:

• What part of God’s grace, mercy, or invitation in this passage stirs me—and should I respond?
• Are there ways I am living as though spiritually dead? How might God be inviting me to surrender those areas to Him?
• If salvation is truly a gift and not something I earn, how does that change the way I relate to God—especially in seasons when I feel inadequate or uncertain?
• As God’s “masterpiece,” what good work or next step might God be inviting me to walk in this week—not to earn His approval, but because I am already alive in Christ?

What does it really mean to be in Christ?

In this powerful teaching series from Central City Assembly, Pastor Kai walks verse-by-verse through the book of Ephesians to help believers understand their true identity in Jesus, the transforming power of the gospel, and how to live with purpose every day.

The phrase “in Christ” changes everything. It speaks to who we are, what we’ve been given, and how we’re called to live. In Ephesians, the Apostle Paul reveals the spiritual blessings we have in Christ, the grace that saves us, the unity of the Church, and the practical call to walk in holiness, love, and spiritual strength.

Whether you’re new to faith, exploring Christianity, or a long-time believer wanting deeper spiritual growth, In Christ will anchor your heart in the gospel and equip you to walk confidently in who Jesus says you are.

Reflection Questions:

• Am I trying to live the Christian life through my own strength, or am I relying on the power of the Holy Spirit in my daily life?
• Are my spiritual eyes open to the hope of God’s calling and the purpose He has given my life in Christ?
• Do I truly believe that I am treasured by God as His inheritance, or am I still living with a mindset of spiritual poverty?
• What is one area of my life right now where I need to stop relying on myself and start trusting the resurrection power of the Holy Spirit?

What does it really mean to be in Christ?

In this powerful teaching series from Central City Assembly, Pastor Kai walks verse-by-verse through the book of Ephesians to help believers understand their true identity in Jesus, the transforming power of the gospel, and how to live with purpose every day.

The phrase “in Christ” changes everything. It speaks to who we are, what we’ve been given, and how we’re called to live. In Ephesians, the Apostle Paul reveals the spiritual blessings we have in Christ, the grace that saves us, the unity of the Church, and the practical call to walk in holiness, love, and spiritual strength.

Whether you’re new to faith, exploring Christianity, or a long-time believer wanting deeper spiritual growth, In Christ will anchor your heart in the gospel and equip you to walk confidently in who Jesus says you are.

Reflection Questions:

• When pressure rises in my life, what name do I instinctively look to for peace and security?
• What identity, influence, or cultural promise am I tempted to wear alongside—or instead of—Christ?
• If following Jesus became socially costly tomorrow, would my allegiance remain the same?
• What would it practically look like this week for me to live fully and boldly in Christ?

What does it really mean to be in Christ?

In this powerful teaching series from Central City Assembly, Pastor Kai walks verse-by-verse through the book of Ephesians to help believers understand their true identity in Jesus, the transforming power of the gospel, and how to live with purpose every day.

The phrase “in Christ” changes everything. It speaks to who we are, what we’ve been given, and how we’re called to live. In Ephesians, the Apostle Paul reveals the spiritual blessings we have in Christ, the grace that saves us, the unity of the Church, and the practical call to walk in holiness, love, and spiritual strength.

Whether you’re new to faith, exploring Christianity, or a long-time believer wanting deeper spiritual growth, In Christ will anchor your heart in the gospel and equip you to walk confidently in who Jesus says you are.

Reflection Questions:

• When pressure rises in my life, what name do I instinctively look to for peace and security?
• What identity, influence, or cultural promise am I tempted to wear alongside—or instead of—Christ?
• If following Jesus became socially costly tomorrow, would my allegiance remain the same?
• What would it practically look like this week for me to live fully and boldly in Christ?

Pastor Kai introduces CCA’s new vision, mission, and values, calling the church to live on purpose with a shared aim. This message challenges us to move from activity without direction to intentional living—together—so every saint can walk boldly in their God-given purpose and every seeker can encounter the real Jesus in life-changing ways.

Subscribe for more! Don’t miss an episode—follow along on YouTube and your favorite podcast platform as we explore what it means to Live On Purpose.

Reflection Questions:

• Which value related to God’s mission inspires me most and why - Everyday Missionary, Local Compassion, Global Impact?
• Where in my current rhythm (work, school, neighborhood) is God nudging me to live as an Everyday Missionary, and what is one practical step I’ll take this week to act in or get equipped for that role?
• In what ways have I allowed myself to be complacent about God’s heart of compassion and what steps do I need to take to Engage?
• How is God calling me to Engage in or increase global impact for His kingdom?

Pastor Kai introduces CCA’s new vision, mission, and values, calling the church to live on purpose with a shared aim. This message challenges us to move from activity without direction to intentional living—together—so every saint can walk boldly in their God-given purpose and every seeker can encounter the real Jesus in life-changing ways.

Subscribe for more! Don’t miss an episode—follow along on YouTube and your favorite podcast platform as we explore what it means to Live On Purpose.

Reflection Questions:

• Where is God already bringing growth in my life, and how am I intentionally tending that growth so it matures and bears fruit?
• In what ways have I been more of a spectator than a servant, and what specific step is Jesus inviting me to take into the work of ministry?
• Who am I growing with in authentic, accountable relationships, and who am I helping grow in their faith?
• How am I using—or neglecting—the gifts God has given me to build up the body of Christ and serve others in love?