A Church For The City
Rev. Ho-Ming J. Tsui
Jeremiah 29:4-7
“You don’t fight the culture or resemble it; the best way to show Christ in the world is to create new culture based on a Christian worldview”
— Andy Crouch
“We are called upon to seek on earth a society which, as far as may be granted to us, reflects the glory of the city to which we look forward”
— Lesslie Newbigin
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Introduction: You were made for a mission.
What is the Kingdom of God?
God’s people fulfilling God’s purposes for God’s glory (Romans 14:17)
Where is the Kingdom of God?
It’s wherever Jesus is King (Matthew 6:10)
What is mission?
Mission is extending the Kingdom of God on earth
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How should our church interact with the place it is in?
1. Don’t Be Wary of the City
2. Don’t Just Use the City
3. Be For the City
a. Stay in the city (Root Down) — v. 4-5
b. Stick to your identity within the city. (Center Around) — v. 6
c. Strengthen the fabric of the city (Live For) — v. 7
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Conclusion: You were born to be a light for the city (Acts 17:24-26, Matthew 5:14-16)
