2026 —- Shine His Light

A Congregational Mission to Share Christ.
“You are the light of the world…”
Matthew 5:14 (NASB95)
This year, we commit to:

1. Shine — Live boldly for Christ in our community
2. Invite — Bring others to Jesus
3. Serve — Do good works that glorify God
4. Disciple — Equip new believers to shine

Light does not hide.
Light moves into darkness with purpose.
Light reveals the way home.

Sharing Christ in Our Community
Matthew 5:14–16 (NASB95)
Vision Statement
To glorify God by becoming a visible, courageous, and evangelistic congregation that shines the light of Christ into our community, drawing souls to Jesus through love, service, and the gospel.

Theme Summary
2025: “Set in Order What Remains” — Strengthening foundation
2026: “Shine His Light” — Showing Christ to the world
We move from an inward focus (ordering the house of God)
→ to outward focus (lighting the way for others to enter)
Jesus said:
“You are the light of the world… let your light shine before men…”
Matthew 5:14, 16 (NASB95)
This year will emphasize:
• Evangelism — every Christian shining personally
• Hospitality — welcoming guests and restoring the erring
• Service — blessing our neighbors through good works
• Community Presence — being seen living our faith boldly

Key Biblical Anchors (NASB95)
• Matthew 5:14–16 — Shine God’s light visibly
• Philippians 2:14–15 — Lights in a crooked world
• Isaiah 60:1 — Arise, shine; your light has come
• 1 Peter 2:9–12 — Proclaim God’s excellencies
• Acts 4:20 — Cannot stop speaking about Christ
• Matthew 28:18–20 — Disciple-making mandate
• Romans 1:16 — The Gospel is the power of God

Quarterly Sub-Themes (Preaching & Class Alignment)
Q1 – Who We Are
“Our Identity as Lights”
Matthew 5:14–16
– Gospel confidence, clarity of mission, motivation
– Congregational evangelism challenge introduced
Q2 – What They See
“Let Your Light Shine”
1 Peter 2:9–12
– Good works, hospitality, benevolence
– Community service project launches
Q3 – Why They Come
“Come and See”
John 1:46; Acts 2:47
– Inviting culture, outreach events
– Friends & Family Days and restoration focus
Q4 – How We Keep Going
“Not Grow Weary”
Galatians 6:9–10
– Perseverance, follow-up, discipleship training
– Consolidating new believers into maturity paths