Pastor Ryan's sermon, drawing from 1 Peter, stresses that Christians are called to be living stones, built together as God's temple. He encourages believers to actively be the church by serving one another and glorifying Jesus in all aspects of life, as true faith cannot be lived in isolation.

The main message is that Christians are called to be citizens of God's kingdom first while engaging wisely with earthly politics. Pastor Ryan outlines that believers should fear God above all, honor and obey authorities when not in conflict with Scripture, maintain peaceful relationships with all people, and avoid both political idolatry and political passivity.

Pastor Jim addressed the topic of body image, explaining that it often becomes an idol when we seek acceptance and worth apart from God. He taught that true and lasting beauty is found not in external appearances or our own works, but in the gospel truth that we are loved and accepted by God because of His grace.

This sermon teaches that biblical eldership is a call for qualified men to humbly shepherd God's church, following the example of Christ. These elders, who are examples to the flock, lead the church by teaching, overseeing, and caring for the congregation.

This sermon encourages Christians, as a new spiritual temple and holy priesthood, to live lives filled with God's presence by offering spiritual sacrifices of praise and service. Rooted in gratitude for Christ's ultimate sacrifice, believers are empowered by the Holy Spirit to use their unique gifts for the glory of God, the edification of the church, and the advancement of the gospel.

This sermon teaches that Christians can embrace trials not as hindrances, but as divine opportunities for refining their faith, which is made steadfast by its object, the unchanging Christ. Through looking to Jesus's own suffering, believers are comforted and empowered to process grief without resorting to self-pity, ultimately growing in character and experiencing God's goodness more deeply.

This sermon redefines Christian obedience as a joy-filled response to God's love, not a burdensome obligation, emphasizing that it is an act of free will that aligns one with God's character. By remembering their freedom in Christ and resting in His righteousness, believers are motivated to obey for the Lord's sake, thereby reflecting God's goodness to the world.

This sermon proclaims that a life of true fulfillment is found in embracing our identity as "elect exiles"—those who are unconditionally chosen by God and live as citizens of a heavenly kingdom in a fallen world. This identity is realized by allowing the Father to define us, the Spirit to change us, and the Son's blood to cover us, thereby freeing us from seeking significance in fleeting worldly things.

This sermon teaches that true purpose and fulfillment are found not in worldly success, but in living a life of holiness, which means being set apart for God's exclusive use and service. This pursuit is fueled by a grateful response to the gospel, knowing that believers have been redeemed by Christ's precious blood, which motivates a glad and willing obedience rooted in hope and reverent awe for God.