I am a Church Member (Part 1): Functioning & Unifying | Sonrise Church-Utaha

Описание: What does it mean to truly belong to the Church — not just attend a service?
In this message, Pastor Chris unpacks the call for every believer to be both functional and unifying members of Christ’s Church. From Jesus’ Great Commission to Paul’s teaching in 1 Corinthians 12 and Ephesians 4, discover how God designed His people to work together in harmony for the mission of the gospel.

When the Church is functional but not unified, it burns out.
When it’s unified but not functional, it stagnates.
But when it’s both, the world sees the beauty of Christ.

Join us as we learn how to live out our faith together — tuned, restored, and ready for His glory.

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00:00 – Series Introduction: I Am a Church Member
Stepping away from Mark’s Gospel for a 3-week focus on what it means to belong to Christ’s Church.

02:35 – The Big “C” and Little “c” Church
Explaining the difference between the global Church and the local gathering.

06:20 – Jesus Declares “I AM”
Unpacking John 8:58 and Exodus 3 — Jesus’ claim to divinity as the eternal God.

10:45 – Members of the True Church
What it means to believe in the Jesus who saves, not just a Jesus in name only.

14:20 – When We Stop Functioning
Illustration: cars, repairs, and how God restores His people when we break down.

18:45 – The Functional Church Member
Called to be “fishers of men,” living out the Great Commission daily.

24:30 – Teaching to Obey, Not Just Inform
Jesus’ command to make disciples who live transformed lives.

29:40 – The Unifying Church Member
1 Corinthians 12 and Ephesians 4: diverse gifts, one Spirit, one mission.

34:55 – The Guitar Illustration
How unity and function create harmony—when one part refuses to play, the song suffers.

39:30 – Final Challenge and Prayer
Be both functional and unified. Don’t just attend—serve, connect, and grow together.