Post-Denominational Conversations
Churches have been splitting and splintering for far too long –enduring loss and drama over everything from the expression of the gifts of the Spirit, how to handle church growth, worship styles, eschatology, and even details surrounding a chicken dinner!
In a world where divisions seem to be deepening constantly, we must be challenged to rethink how we approach unity within the Church. In this week's sermon, we explore the concept of post-denominationalism. This relatively new framework calls believers to unite around core doctrines of the faith while pursuing grace-filled conversations on secondary issues. It’s a timely message that speaks to our church community and the broader cultural moment we’re living in.
Post-denominationalism: Believers that unify around core doctrine, believe the Bible is as relevant today as the day it was written, and intentionally discuss, not divide, over secondary issues and beyond. It is not theological minimalism!
Paul urges the church to live in a manner worthy of their calling in Ephesians 4. Unity, humility, patience, and love are the building blocks of the body of Christ—an image at the heart of post-denominationalism. As Christians, we are called to stand firm in our commitment to the essentials of the faith—things like the Trinity, the authority of Scripture, and the person of Jesus—while showing grace on secondary or tertiary matters.
But why does this matter? Our commitment to unity isn’t just a lofty ideal—it’s a biblical command. Scripture repeatedly calls for believers to “maintain the unity of the Spirit” (Eph 4:3) and to live in harmony with one another (Rom 12:16). In a world that is increasingly divided over theological differences, we must find common ground in the essentials and fight for unity.
This is where post-denominationalism becomes crucial. It’s not about watering down our faith or ignoring important doctrines—it’s about keeping the main things the main things. It’s about ensuring we don’t allow disagreements on secondary issues to fracture the body of Christ. The goal is clarity, not controversy; unity, not division.
We all need to be challenged to examine our hearts and attitudes. Are we more committed to being “right” than to living in righteousness? Are we willing to engage in the hard work of conversation, even when we disagree? The clarity and unity we strive for aren’t just for our benefit—they enable us to be more effective in our mission to share the Gospel and serve our neighbors.
In this week’s sermon, we invite you to see a compelling vision of the Church united in truth, grounded in love, and committed to the mission ahead. Watch the full sermon to dive deeper into what it means to walk out post-denominational faith that truly reflects the heart of God! You can follow along with this week’s sermon notes here.
