Abide in Christ

Before we are ever called to do something for Christ, we are first called to be with Him.

Abiding in Christ is the foundation of the Christian life. It’s not just the starting point—it’s the daily rhythm of staying connected to Jesus in every season. As Jesus said in John 15, “Abide in me, and I in you… apart from me, you can do nothing.”

At our church, we believe making disciples begins here: helping people abide in Christ.

We invite you to pursue four key practices of abiding:

Know Him – Cultivate a personal, growing relationship with Jesus.

Rest in Him – Experience His peace and presence in the middle of life’s pressures.

Grow in Him – Let your mind and heart be shaped by His Word and His Spirit.

Become Like Him – Live in a way that reflects His character, grace, and love.

“The first and most basic thing we can and must do is to keep God before our minds.”
— Dallas Willard, The Divine Conspiracy

Whether you are exploring faith or have walked with Christ for years, abiding is where transformation begins.

Next Steps

Join a Group – Find community that helps you stay rooted in Christ. Click the ‘Groups’ Tab to find a place to connect.

Start a Bible Reading Plan – Stay connected to God's Word daily. Click the ‘Resources’ tab to find a bible reading plan.

Learn More About Discipleship – Explore our pathway to spiritual growth. Meet with a pastor to help discover a pathway that works for you.

Advocate for Others

To follow Jesus is to see people the way He does—with compassion, truth, and a willingness to move toward them in love.

Throughout the Gospels, Jesus consistently saw, listened to, and embraced people from all walks of life—regardless of their background, beliefs, or brokenness. Even when He called for transformation, He first moved near with grace.

As disciples of Jesus, we are called to do the same.

At our church, we believe advocating for others is an essential expression of discipleship. It means choosing to engage instead of ignore, to pray instead of judge, and to point people to the One who can truly transform their lives.

We advocate through:

Prayer – Bringing people before God and interceding for their needs.

Good Works – Living in a way that demonstrates the compassion of Christ.

Intentional Living – Building relationships that reflect Jesus' nearness and love.

“To love those who hate us, to prefer others over ourselves, to sacrifice for the good of others—this is the inner transformation Jesus brings.”
— Dallas Willard, Renovation of the Heart

Our world doesn’t need louder voices—it needs Christ-centered advocates who see people through His eyes and step into their lives with humility and hope.

Next Steps

Start a Prayer List – Begin praying intentionally for your neighbors and coworkers. A simple prayer list is one of the best ways to develop your spiritual formation.

Learn How to Share Your Faith – Be ready to point people to Jesus with gentleness and clarity.

Advance the Gospel

Jesus calls His followers to go—not just to grow. Discipleship doesn’t end with us; it’s meant to move through us.

The mission of Jesus is global and local. From our own neighborhoods to the nations, we are called to make the gospel known. In Matthew 28, Jesus says, “Go and make disciples of all nations...” This is not a suggestion—it’s a commission.

As a church committed to making disciples, we want to help people carry the message of Jesus wherever God leads them.

We equip disciples to advance the gospel through:

Local Mission – Sharing the hope of Christ in our neighborhoods, schools, and workplaces.

Global Mission – Supporting and sending teams and individuals to the nations.

Training and Resources – Providing tools to help you share your faith with clarity, courage, and love.

“The aim of God in history is the creation of an all-inclusive community of loving persons with God Himself at the very center of this community.”
— Dallas Willard, The Divine Conspiracy

Every disciple has a role in the mission of God. Whether you go across the street or across the ocean, the call is the same: make Jesus known.

Next Steps

Join a Mission Team– Explore opportunities to serve locally and globally as opportunities present themselves.

Get Trained – Learn how to share your faith with confidence and love. Look for training opportunities as they arise at PRBC.

Support Ministry Partners – Pray for and give toward the work of the gospel in our community and around the world.