Upon This Rock - This, Not That - Pastor Kyle Brownlee

In this powerful anniversary message, Pastor invites us to rediscover what it truly means to be the church. Drawing from Matthew 16:18, he challenges us to move beyond simply attending church to authentically being the church - not conforming to culture but standing distinct as God's people. Through vivid examples from the early church in Ephesus, he illustrates how true Christianity confronts cultural idols rather than blending with them. The pastor emphasizes that the church must be built on the unshakeable foundation of Jesus Christ, living by eternal truth rather than fleeting trends. After 13 years of ministry growth from a small living room gathering to over 1,500 weekly attendees, he passionately calls the congregation to get "planted" in God's house - not just as spectators but as active participants in small groups and service teams. His urgent final challenge: "Don't just be a hearer of the Word, be a doer" - calling everyone to take their next step in authentic Christian community.

September 14, 2025