The Christian faith is one that calls for continual, daily self sacrifice; because of our sinfulness, we try to find ways around this sacrifice and hold onto something other than Christ. Instead of being a living sacrifice in the service of Christ, we shift the focus and serve ourselves.

We live in an age where individualism is exalted, which leads to serious division, even within the church. As Christians, we are defined by the salvation we share in Christ, and therefore, regardless of our backgrounds, we are united, one body, sharing the same Spirit, to the glory of God.