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The modern church faces a significant gospel challenge

We envision a generation coming alive to the gospel of Jesus Christ—unashamed of their transformed lives and boldly sharing the liberating power of this message with others. As people deepen their relationship with the Lord, a growing faith will empower them to abandon the desires of the flesh and embrace the yoke of Christ. We see believers rooted and grounded in the Word, bringing its truth into everyday spaces. Bible studies flourishing in coffee shops, families gathering around the Lord’s table to share meals and fellowship, and students leading campus ministries ignited by revival—all embodying the transformative power of the gospel in their communities.

This movement is not separate from the local church but will serve to strengthen, support, and unite her. Captives will be set free, the lost will be found, and the broken will experience healing. This Gospel is the power of God unto salvation. As people fully submit their lives to true discipleship, we will witness exponential growth in the body of Christ. No one—young or old—will be beyond the reach of this life-transforming Message. The weight of this work will rest solely on Jesus, ensuring that no glory is given to man but that all honor is released to the King of Kings.

It’s time to step in. It’s time to cross over into the promised land of the Gospel. True freedom, true joy, and true life await us beyond that step of faith. Just as in Acts 2, this journey is marked by believers gathering in homes, breaking bread together, and devoting themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to prayer. It’s a return to the simplicity and power of authentic community—meeting around tables, sharing meals, and building one another up in faith. In these spaces, the Spirit moves freely, fostering unity, and equipping us to carry the Gospel into every corner of our world.

In the temple of Jerusalem, there was a large 35-acre area of pavement called, “Solomon’s Porch” where thousands could gather. This is where the Apostles would preach.

Then the church gathered house-to-house, in more informal meetings to discuss what they learned and what it meant to live out the gospel in their lives.

A big gathering and a small one.

Formal and informal.

Temples and tables.