“Strangers in the Crowd: Living as God’s People in a World That Isn’t Home” - 11am Traditional Eucha

This sermon uses the feeling of being out of place—like at a tennis match—to illustrate how Christians are meant to live as “exiles,” never fully settled in the values of the world . It explains that believers must shift their identity and allegiance from perishable things to God, living with reverent fear, deep trust in Christ, and genuine love for one another. Drawing on biblical examples and early church history, it highlights how this distinct way of living sets Christians apart and even draws attention from the surrounding culture. Ultimately, the sermon challenges listeners to examine whether they are being shaped more by the “saltwater” of the world or the “fresh water” of God’s truth and community.