A Church Alive in Christ

In this powerful message, we're challenged to examine the marks of a church truly alive in Christ. Drawing from Colossians 2:6-7, we're reminded that our faith journey isn't just about receiving Christ, but about walking in Him daily. The imagery of being 'rooted and built up' in Christ paints a vivid picture of our spiritual growth. Just as a plant needs deep roots and nurturing to thrive, we too need to be firmly grounded in God's Word and built up through fellowship with other believers. This agricultural metaphor beautifully illustrates the process of becoming established in our faith. The message encourages us to become 'landmarks' of faith - people whose lives are so rooted in Christ that others can use us for spiritual direction. As we reflect on this, we're prompted to ask ourselves: Are we merely existing as Christians, or are we truly alive in Christ, growing, and bearing fruit?