In preparing to welcome individuals into God's Kingdom, it is essential to ensure that they feel a genuine sense of belonging within His Kingdom. The third part of the “Built to Belong” series, titled “Stronger Together: Kingdom Responsibility,” Senior Pastor Travis Tullis continues to discuss the concept of Kingdom Culture and Kingdom Family. Key scripture passages for this message are Ecclesiastes 4:9-12, Galatians 6:1-2, II Corinthians 1:3-4, and Philippians 1:6.

II Corinthians 1:3-4 indicates that personal experiences of suffering may serve as opportunities to support and assist others.  II Corinthians 1:3-4 states, “Blessed be God, even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies, and the God of all comfort; Who comforteth us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort them which are in any trouble, by the comfort wherewith we ourselves are comforted of God.” This enables us to move from being disconnected to becoming connected, transforming from simply a contributor into someone who connects others to God’s Kingdom. As a result of this spiritual transformation, we get a sense of belonging in the Christ centered Kingdom Family.

Thank you, Senior Pastor Tullis, for leading us forward and higher together, and for reminding us that we must become fruitful image bearers to fulfill God’s original plan by knowing how to welcome others into His Kingdom so that they obtain a sense of belonging.