In this message, Lead Pastor Travis Wright walks through one of the most misunderstood passages in the New Testament. Addressing the cultural tension surrounding the word “slave,” Travis clarifies the historical context of Roman slavery and shows how Scripture does not endorse race-based slave trade, but instead condemns its foundation and plants gospel seeds that ultimately undermine every system built on exploitation.

From there, the focus shifts to Paul’s bigger point: authority isn’t removed — it’s redirected under Christ.

In Ephesians 6:5–9, Paul reframes obedience and leadership around the lordship of Jesus. Obedience becomes worship. Work becomes meaningful. Leadership becomes stewardship. Whether under authority or in authority, believers serve the same Lord, receive the same evaluation, and stand under the same accountability.

This sermon challenges us to examine how we work, how we lead, and how we respond to authority. If Christ evaluated your work week as worship — what would He say?

Work like Christ sees it.

Lead like Christ delegated it.

Obey like Christ is worth it.