“Kingdom Ambassadors” (Kingdom Culture, Pt.5) – 3/2/25 Service
March 2, 2025
Stephen Streett
This Sunday’s sermon is centered around the theme of Christian identity and mission, drawing heavily on the metaphor of Christians as ambassadors for the Kingdom of God. This concept is rooted in several biblical passages that highlight the believer's new identity in Christ and their role in the world.
Philippians 3:20 - "But our citizenship is in heaven. And we eagerly await a Savior from there, the Lord Jesus Christ." This verse establishes the foundational idea that Christians are citizens of heaven, not of this world, which changes how they live and interact with the world around them.
Ephesians 2:19 - "Consequently, you are no longer foreigners and strangers, but fellow citizens with God’s people and also members of his household." This passage reinforces the idea of belonging to God's family and kingdom, emphasizing the new identity believers have in Christ.
Matthew 6:24 - "No one can serve two masters. Either you will hate the one and love the other, or you will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve both God and money." This verse is used to illustrate the divided loyalties that can hinder Christians from fully living out their identity as ambassadors of God's Kingdom.
John 20:21 - "As the Father has sent me, I am sending you." This statement from Jesus to His disciples underscores the mission aspect of the Christian life, where believers are sent into the world to represent Christ and His Kingdom.
Ephesians 5:15-16 and Colossians 4:5 - These passages encourage believers to live wisely and make the most of every opportunity, aligning with the sermon's call to live purposefully as ambassadors for Christ.
The sermon uses these scriptures to challenge us to examine our lives and consider whether we are truly living as ambassadors for God's Kingdom, representing His interests and engaging in His work in the world.
I look forward to seeing you on Sunday as we continue to learn about what it means to live in a Kingdom Culture.
PS
I hope you will join us for our Ash Wednesday service March 5 at 7pm in the chapel. My message will provide an insightful exploration of the Christian season of Lent, explaining its significance and practices. Lent is a period of 40 days before Easter, dedicated to simple living, prayer, and fasting to grow closer to God. The symbolism of the ashes is a sign of mortality and repentance. The message will also highlight the biblical basis for Lent, referencing Jesus' 40 days in the wilderness, and encouraging believers to use this time for spiritual reflection and transformation. The message concludes by urging us to embrace the practices of justice, mercy, and humility as outlined in Micah 6:8, aligning our lives more closely with the teachings of Jesus.
This Sunday Pick Up Your Misty Creek Community Church 40-Day Lent Devotion Guide
This 40-day Lent devotion guide can be a meaningful way to deepen your spiritual journey during this season. The guide will also be available on the website www.mistycreekchurch.org
Grace and Peace,
Stephen
