In this teaching, Pastor Chad unpacks key elements that help us discern what we mean we say "the church". With so many opinions, so much baggage, and such bad press...what does Jesus say about His church? Why should we care? What does it mean to be "in the church"? Through the next few episodes in this mini teaching series we hope to tackle some of these key questions and bring clarity to these issues.

At is core, the church is:

Built on the revelation of Jesus the Messiah, the Son of God

Built by Jesus as the Lord and King of his people

Has a hell-storming kingdom mission

Will never be stopped

Made up of sons and daughters of God the Father who are spiritual siblings (bothers and sisters)

A family of disciples who carry the cross, pursue sacrificial and self-emptying love toward God and neighbor.