What does it mean to follow Jesus in a divided and volatile world?

In this message from 1 Peter 2:11–17, we explore the identity of the church as an exiled and immigrant people - citizens of God’s kingdom living within earthly nations.

How should Christians relate to government?
Is the church political?
What does it mean to “honor the emperor” without fearing him?

Drawing on Scripture and the witness of voices like Martin Luther King Jr. and Stanley Hauerwas, this sermon calls the church to faithful public discipleship - neither partisan nor passive, but formed by the way of Jesus.

Honor everyone. Love the community of brothers and sisters. Fear God. Honor the emperor.