Core Values of Christ Chapel

Win the lost — reaching those who don’t yet know Christ.

Disciple the found — nurturing believers in their faith.

Heal the broken — bringing restoration to wounded hearts.

Send the whole — empowering the mature to serve and go forth.

The Journey of Sanctification

Sanctification is not a single event but a lifelong process. It begins after salvation and continues as we walk daily with God. Through this process, the Holy Spirit transforms us, teaching us to live in holiness and obedience.

Understanding Salvation

Salvation is the foundation upon which sanctification is built. To fully appreciate it, we must understand what it includes:

Salvation is a free gift — we cannot earn it; it is given by grace through faith.

Eternal life — a promise that begins now and continues forever.

Forgiveness — our sins are fully pardoned by the blood of Jesus.

Justification — we are declared righteous before God.

Righteousness — we are made right in God’s eyes through Christ.

Redemption — Jesus bought us back from sin and death.

Total commitment — our response to God’s gift is full surrender of our lives to Him.

Our Value to God

At the end of our lives, the only thing God truly gains is us — our willing hearts. To God, this is of immeasurable value. We are His greatest prize, more precious than anything else in creation. That’s why Jesus paid such a great price — His life — to redeem us. He purchased freedom for all humanity, for all time.

Growth Through Trials

Life’s hardships are not random; they are allowed by God for our growth. In His love, He permits difficulties so that we might learn, mature, and be shaped into His image. God’s discipline is a sign of His care — He wants us to be right with Him and strong in faith.

A Sobering Warning

Jesus warned in Matthew 7 that not everyone who calls Him “Lord” truly knows Him. Many in the church may think they are saved but are not. True salvation shows itself in a life that reflects obedience and devotion. If we are genuinely saved, God will be first in our lives, and our actions will align with our beliefs.

Closing Challenge

Let us examine our hearts. Are we truly surrendered to Christ? Are we living lives that demonstrate our salvation? May we embrace the sanctifying work of the Holy Spirit and live fully for the One who gave everything for us.