Christ Church Stories
From Isolation to Restoration: Embracing the Call to Community
How does God develop our sanctification through a deep-life-giving community? Is it possible to perfect our sanctification on our own and in isolation? Through exploring John Wesley’s famous quote about social holiness, we discover the power of community in our journey of sanctification.
Restored Into God’s Image: Unveiling the Path of Sanctification and Gospel Transformation
Delve into the profound process of sanctification through which God deepens our roots, unveils our faces to His glory, and leads us to a flourishing life. Discover how salvation is just the beginning as we explore the transformative relationship with God that goes beyond mere belief. Explore the two halves of the Gospel and embark on a journey of renewal and restoration as we are shaped into the image of God.
The Role of the Holy Spirit in Sanctification
What role does the Holy Spirit play in our sanctification? Explore how being filled with the Spirit can transform you into becoming more like Jesus. Just as our bodies need nourishment, we need constant refilling of the Holy Spirit as a pattern of life. Learn how the Holy Spirit wants to work through you to make you more like Jesus.
How God’s Word Transforms Us
Experiencing sanctification through the truth of God’s Word. What does it mean to discover sanctification by reading Scripture but allowing the Word of God to read us?
What is Sanctification?
Sanctification is a very theological-sounding word, yet it’s one of the defining pursuits of the Christian faith. It is the act of being made or becoming holy. It isn’t a one-time or static event but an ongoing experience of God’s grace. This blog explores what sanctification is and how it furthers our relationship with Christ.
Can God Use a Sinner?
Can God use me? Can God use a sinner, like me, for His good? Can God use anyone for His purposes? One of our most remarkable examples of grace and faith comes from the unlikely tale of a prostitute.