PEACE CHURCH
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Peace Church is a vibrant, non-denominational congregation rooted in Reformed tradition, dedicated to helping people grow in their faith. Based in Middleville, Michigan, Peace Church is led by Pastor Ryan Kimmel and a dedicated pastoral team. Our weekly sermon podcast aims to deliver weekly messages that explore scripture, provide practical life applications, and inspire a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ.
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It Had To Be Said - A King Without A Quarter | Sermon Audio
In this sermon from August 4, 2024, Pastor Mitchell Leach explores the question, "Can Christians participate in culture without worshiping it?" using Mark 12:12-16 as a foundational text. He opens with an analogy of the different ways copper and iron react to the elements: one becomes stronger, while the other corrodes. He uses this analogy to illustrate the ways Christians might engage with culture—either being strengthened by it or corrupted by it. Jesus’s response to the Pharisees and Herodians, "Render to Caesar the things that are Caesar’s, and to God the things that are God’s," serves as a guide for balancing cultural participation without compromising one's faith. Pastor Mitchell emphasizes that while culture can be sinful, it also presents opportunities for Christians to influence and transform it. He challenges the congregation to engage thoughtfully and faithfully in their communities, seeking to bring about positive change through the teachings of Christ. This message underscores the biblical command to live within society, contributing to its welfare while maintaining spiritual integrity.
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