God is in control even when it seems like God is not in control. Worship is the most powerful way to shape our identity and remember that God is in control.

Christians live out their identity with a higher devotion to Jesus rather than the world's politics. They reflect the beauty and unity of the Gospel rather than the ugliness and division of this world.

When we embrace our identity in Christ rather than the shallow categories of this world, we are equipped to build our lives on a solid foundation that allows us to bring peace and prosperity to the world.

God calls us as God’s people to share in the alleviating of suffering in our world by actively working against injustice. Part of being close to God is to not simply worship God with our lips but to make decisions that help the least and most vulnerable among us. 

International Justice Mission seeks to rescue and restore victims, bring criminals to justice, and strengthen justice systems worldwide. If you seek to support these efforts, you can give financially or become an IJM Freedom Partner at IJM.org/FP

The Lord’s Prayer teaches us to be people of hope and action. Praying together builds hope even more powerfully.

When Jesus emptied Himself by living a holy life on earth as a human, He was ultimately exalted. By living in the tension of apparent opposites, emptying and exaltation, we get a deeper understanding of living in the Holy Overlap.

Christians are those who embrace living as resident aliens in this world. We seek to live as people of heaven and earth who avoid evil, do good, and seek the flourishing of our communities.

The world should see a different reality lived out in Christians compared to the rest of the world. Let the pursuit of grace and truth be our identity.

Worship anchors us in uncertain times. It reminds us that God is present and that God will also lead us forward. Make worship a priority and practice dwelling with God regularly.

God’s grace often flows from the unlikeliest and hardest places. Drink in the waters of grace from Jesus, and find rest in amidst your struggles and anxieties.