Who is the Church? Annual Recalibration: 2026

"Be the Church and Be Sent"

Main Text: Matthew 16:18

1. The Promise of Christ

• “I will build my church” Matthew 16:18

• The church belongs to Christ and is sustained by His power

• The gates of hell cannot prevail against Christ’s church

2. What Is the Church?

• The church is the called out people of God

• We are gathered and sent John 17:18

• The church is the body, family, and bride of Christ 1 Corinthians 12:12, Ephesians 2:19, Ephesians 5:32

3. The Mission of the Church

• The church exists to make disciples Matthew 28:19 to 20

• We are equipped for ministry Ephesians 4:12

4. Why We Must Be a Sending Church

• God brings fruit through surrender John 12:24