Upon This Rock - We Were, But Now We Are - Pastor Kyle Brownlee

Have you ever felt like an outsider, only to discover you're actually part of something bigger? Pastor Kyle weaves this transformative journey from "we were" to "we are," highlighting how the church isn't just a building, but a divine family united in Christ. Through the lens of an NBA study on team touchpoints, he illustrates how faith, like sports, thrives on connection and unity. The heart of his message rests on Jesus's foundational dialogue with Peter in Matthew 16:18, where Christ promises to build His church on the unshakeable truth of His identity. Pastor Kyle challenges us to move beyond wearing the jersey of faith to actually learning the playbook - emphasizing that while grace brings us in, discipleship builds us up. His urgent call to champion the church through unity, service, and genuine welcome reminds us that every seat holds a story and every Sunday could be someone's first encounter with God's transformative love.

September 21, 2025