Jesus calls believers to be both salt and light in the world, serving as preservatives in a decaying society while illuminating the path to God. As salt, Christians must maintain their distinctive character and moral purity to effectively influence culture. As light, believers are called to openly display their faith through good works that glorify God. This dual role requires carefully balancing truth with love, speaking biblical truth with kindness while meeting people where they are. The effectiveness of Christians depends on maintaining spiritual authenticity while actively engaging with the world around them.

Expectant Culture.

We recognize that in a world filled with hopelessness the church holds the power of life in its ability to live in hopeful anticipation. We expect God to rule and reign sovereignly. We expect Jesus to save people and be in relationship with them. We expect the Holy Spirit to move on people’s hearts and lives and to be present amidst all situations.

Think about a baseball player at bat. Before the pitch comes, they take their stance - the ready position. This position isn't about looking impressive; it's about being prepared for whatever comes next. In our spiritual lives, God calls us to take a similar stance - being ready to serve Him in whatever way He asks. We don't need to be perfect or exceptionally talented. We just need to be willing and available. Just like a baseball player who may not know exactly where the pitch will go, we may not always know how God will use us. But when we position ourselves with willingness and openness, we're ready for whatever He has planned.