Yes, He Certainly DID! 

 A confession and proclamation by Craig Rogers

Jesus commanded us to love one another, to love our neighbor as ourselves—and even more shocking—to love our enemies. To lay down our lives for those who hate us.

Luke 6:27–28 “But I say to you who hear, love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you.”

Concerning this truth, if you were going to grade the performance of the American church, what grade would you give us?

Be honest. What grade would you give yourself? I’m barely above a "C-", although there are some that would dispute that, giving me a big fat "F"

What about the Church? Do we readily love our enemies? Do we unconditionally love those who betray us, slander us, manipulate us, excommunicate us, and/or reject us? I don't think so. What say you?

Matthew 5:44 “But I say to you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you,”

Here’s the brutally raw truth - most of us haven't loved anyone but ourselves. And I’m not pointing fingers—I’m confessing. I’ve failed. I’ve judged. I’ve carried wounds and resentment. If there is a mistake, error, or major sin, my name is on it. But God, in His rich mercy, even when I was dead in my sins, made me alive IN CHRIST.

Matthew 23:8 "But do not be called Rabbi; for One is your Teacher, and you are all brothers."

In His unfathomable love, Jesus wiped my slate clean, and yours too! The truth is, every single minute of every day, Jesus, my Rabbi, is loving me, healing me, and teaching me how to die–so I can truly live IN HIM.

John 13:34 “A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another, even as I have loved you, that you also love one another.”

Because love isn’t theoretical—He's a person, my best friend. And if He doesn’t work in me in the face of betrayal, slander, and abuse, then He’s not in me, and I am not HIM, in His love. But I am IN HIM, and I am in HIS Love, and His love is in me. I refer His love as DISRUPTOR LOVE. This disruptive love not only created the entire world, but it saved the world--IN LOVE.

Jesus Was a Disruptor

Jesus turned over tables twice—not out of rage, but out of love for His Father’s house. He exposed false shepherds, not to destroy them, but to redeem them. Jesus disrupted religion. He disrupted empires. He disrupted fake love and superficial faith.

Romans 5:8 But God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.

Jesus disrupted the status quo so that His love, truth, mercy, justice, and Spirit-filled worship could take root IN ALL OF US.

Matthew 21:12–13 And Jesus entered the temple and drove out all those who were buying and selling in the temple, and overturned the tables of the money changers and the seats of those who were selling doves. And He said to them, “It is written, ‘My house shall be called a house of prayer’; but you are making it a robbers’ den.”

But what made Him a disruptor more than anything else? He loved His enemies. All of us.

John 2:15–17 And He made a scourge of cords, and drove them all out of the temple, with the sheep and the oxen; and He poured out the coins of the money changers and overturned their tables; and to those who were selling the doves He said, “Take these things away; stop making My Father’s house a place of business.” His disciples remembered that it was written, “Zeal for Your house will consume me.”

We were His enemies. Every one of us. And yet, He died for us while we were still sinners. That’s the standard. That’s the call. That’s the model.

Luke 4:18–19 “The Spirit of the Lord is upon Me, Because He anointed Me to preach the gospel to the poor. He has sent Me to proclaim release to the captives, And recovery of sight to the blind, To set free those who are oppressed, To proclaim the favorable year of the Lord.”

Dying to Live

Jesus taught us to deny ourselves, pick up our crosses, and die. Not figuratively—literally. Die to pride, to offense, to ego, to rights, to platform, to opinions. Jesus had none of those. He only did what the Father showed Him and only said what the Father told Him.

John 5:19 "Therefore Jesus answered and was saying to them, “Truly, truly, I say to you, the Son can do nothing of Himself, unless it is something He sees the Father doing; for whatever the Father does, these things the Son also does in the same way.”

Jesus didn’t defend himself. He didn't retaliate. He surrendered. Fully. And then He rested. That’s what it means to be alive IN CHRIST.

Galatians 2:20 “I have been crucified with Christ; and it is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me; and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave Himself up for me.”

When I finally was awakened by Grace—after years of religious striving, betrayal, heartbreak, and confusion—I realized dead men don’t get offended–they grow, and if they don't give up and receive His Grace, they can eventually love their enemies. His Grace working through love. Grace is a free gift, something we can't earn. That's why it is so hard.

Luke 9:23–24 And He was saying to them all, “If anyone wishes to come after Me, he must deny himself, and take up his cross daily and follow Me. For whoever wishes to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for My sake, he is the one who will save it.”

Philippians 2:5–8 Have this attitude in yourselves which was also in Christ Jesus, who, as He already existed in the form of God, did not consider equality with God something to be grasped, but emptied Himself by taking the form of a bond-servant and being born in the likeness of men. And being found in appearance as a man, He humbled Himself by becoming obedient to the point of death: death on a cross.

A Love That Forgives in Advance

Not long ago, I was threatened by my pastor of 12 years. I was told not to return to the church without a psychiatric evaluation. I laughed, but it was not funny. My wife was on staff there. We chose to leave. The weight of that moment was crushing—and yet, liberating–breathtaking, one of the best days of my life. Unfortunately, can you imagine being that pastor? I can... I was once just like him, and only by the Grace and absolute goodness of God am I no longer him--I am crucified IN CHRIST. I weep for him.

Luke 6:35–36 “But love your enemies, and do good, and lend, expecting nothing in return; and your reward will be great, and you will be sons of the Most High; for He Himself is kind to ungrateful and evil people. Be merciful, just as your Father is merciful.”

It was my wake-up call. My freedom day. My invitation to finally see what Jesus sees.

Matthew 6:14–15 “For if you forgive other people for their offenses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. But if you do not forgive other people, then your Father will not forgive your offenses.”

Soon thereafter, my wife and I decided to fellowship with a brand-new church, about a year old; we were very hopeful and open-hearted. We immediately fell in love with the pastors and the people. We had found a real home. But not long after, from the pulpit, I was called "trash that needed to be taken out." Publicly. Shamelessly.

And yet—here's the weird thing, I had already forgiven them. It was very weird, it was as if I knew it was coming. There was no sign of it, but I just knew. So, I decided to love him beforehand, no matter what. I think that's why it's called "For-giveness," so we are prepared to love before the offense happens.

The Bible teaches we are to see everyone AS CHRIST. Therefore, it was easy for me to for give that pastor. I love him--to me, He is Christ! I pray for that pastor every day, with great enthusiasm, and consequently, I love him more and more each day. Who knew loving our enemies would be so beautiful?

Romans 8:29 "For those whom He foreknew, He also predestined to become conformed to the image of His Son, so that He would be the firstborn among many brothers and sisters.

Why forgive in advance? Because Jesus said to, and that’s enough for me. And because I now see every rejection as a gift of His Grace and the only way to be conform to His image. I say, BRING IT ON, DON’T LET IT STOP.

2 Corinthians 4:17 For our momentary, light affliction is producing for us an eternal weight of glory far beyond all comparison,

The American Church Is Not the Church Jesus Built

The church Jesus built had no buildings, no brands, no video campuses, no consultants, and no big egotistical celebrity pastors. It was built in homes, by foot-washing servants, in the power of the Holy Spirit. There was one Church per city, with Christ as Head and humble elders as foot-washing shepherds.

Colossians 1:18 “He is also head of the body, the church; and He is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead, so that He Himself will come to have first place in everything.”

What we call “church” today in America is often a corporation in disguise. A system built for comfort and consumerism. A brand. A franchise. And Jesus is weeping over it.

Matthew 16:18 “And I also say to you that you are Peter, and upon this rock I will build My church; and the gates of Hades will not overpower it.”

Jesus has not changed His mind. His model remains. Read Revelation 2 and 3—His letters to the seven churches are not suggestions; they are warnings. He said, "Repent, or I will remove your lampstand!" 

Ephesians 1:22–23 “And He put all things in subjection under His feet, and gave Him as head over all things to the church, which is His body, the fullness of Him who fills all in all.”

We must stop tweaking the Church Jesus bled for. He gave us a model. He gave us the Holy Spirit. He gave us His Word. He gave us God’s Grace. What more do we need?

1 Timothy 3:15 “…but in case I am delayed, I write so that you will know how one should act in the household of God, which is the church of the living God, the pillar and support of the truth.”

St George, Utah, Hear the Word of the Lord!

If Jesus returned to St George, Utah, today, which church would He attend? Which “service” would He sit through? You know the answer: “NONE!”

Romans 12:4–5 “For just as we have many parts in one body and all the body’s parts do not have the same function, so we, who are many, are one body in Christ, and individually parts of one another.”

He would walk among the poor, the broken, the outcasts, the addicts, and the unwanted and hang out in homes. He would call His Bride out of competition, branding, and division. He would say what He said then: "Repent. Come out from Babylon. Return to Me, your first love."

1 Corinthians 12:12–14 “For just as the body is one and yet has many parts, and all the parts of the body, though they are many, are one body, so also is Christ. For by one Spirit we were all baptized into one body… and we were all made to drink of one Spirit.”

And yes—Jesus loves Jerusalem, not Babylon. He loves His Church, not the counterfeit. But even in St George, Utah, even in Babylon, even among apostate systems and fallen leaders—Jesus is calling His Bride home. We are to love one another as if everyone were Christ Himself.

1 Corinthians 12:27 “Now you are Christ’s body, and individually parts of it.”

Jezebel, Narcissism, and the Cost of Compromise

In my years working in Christian behavioral health and addiction treatment, I have seen the wreckage of religious abuse. I’ve seen the demonic partnership between Jezebel and Narcissism operating unchecked behind pulpits and leadership boards.

Ephesians 4:4 “There is one body and one Spirit, just as also you were called in one hope of your calling;”

They manipulate, dominate, intimidate, and control. They use guilt, shame, fake grace, and flattery to silence the Spirit and elevate themselves.

Ephesians 4:15–16 “…but speaking the truth in love, we are to grow up in all aspects into Him who is the head, that is, Christ, from whom the whole body, being fitted and held together by what every joint supplies, according to the proper working of each individual part, causes the growth of the body for the building up of itself in love.”

And God is saying: No more. If we tolerate Jezebel, we lose our authority. Jesus said so. He’s coming to cleanse His house—not just from sin, but from self.

Ephesians 5:25–27 “Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ also loved the church and gave Himself up for her, so that He might sanctify her, having cleansed her by the washing of water with the word, that He might present to Himself the church in all her glory, having no spot or wrinkle or any such thing; but that she would be holy and blameless.”

What Now? Confession, Repentance, and Revival

Here’s what we do:

We tell the truth.
We confess.
We repent.
We forgive—before the wound.
We wash feet.
We build homes of Grace, not temples of man.
We return to our first love.
We follow Jesus.

If I’m crazy, so be it. I’m crazy for Jesus. If that is what people think of me, I own it. I love Jesus, what can I say? Crazy enough to believe we, St George, Utah, can still be the City on a Hill Jesus envisioned. Crazy enough to forgive those who call me trash and crazy enough to bless daily those who curse me and say all kinds of evil against me. I can only hope that I am crazy enough to love the very people who told me I wasn’t welcome. I pray that I am crazy enough to be called His disrupter--that would be very cool and just like Jesus.

 Revelation 19:7–8 “Let’s rejoice and be glad and give the glory to Him, because the marriage of the Lamb has come, and His bride has prepared herself.”

Because the truth is—I’m not welcome in that system anymore PRAISE GOD. I had no idea what freedom was, but now I do. And, make no mistake, I am not giving it back. There is only one important thing... I am always welcomed at the Table of the Lord. And that’s enough for me, how bout you? Thank you, Jesus!

Revelation 21:2 “And I saw the holy city, New Jerusalem, coming down out of heaven from God, prepared like a bride adorned for her husband.”

Will you join me? One Body. One Bride. One King.

2 Corinthians 11:2 “For I am jealous for you with a godly jealousy; for I betrothed you to one husband, to present you as a pure virgin to Christ.”

Jesus said the world will know we are His by our love for one another. Not our doctrine. Not our logos. Not our podcasts. Only Love.

So here’s the call:

Let the Baptists love the Mormons.
Let the Mormons love the Catholics.
Let the Catholics love the Seventh Day Adventists.
Let the SDA love the folks at Calvary Chapel.

I think you get the point… Let’s love one another without condition.

Because love is the greatest disruptor of all.

John 3:29 “He who has the bride is the bridegroom; but the friend of the bridegroom, who stands and listens to him, rejoices greatly because of the bridegroom’s voice. So this joy of mine has been made full.”

Don’t Miss It

Don’t get this one wrong. Don’t miss Jesus because you’re clinging to your church brand. Don’t miss the wedding with the Bridegroom because you’re polishing your multisite franchise. Don’t miss the Kingdom because you’re guarding your employment and retirement.

He is knocking. And he’s not offering a leadership book or a growth strategy. He’s offering a cross. Together, let’s pick ours up and follow Him. Or, do nothing. Our choice; time will tell.

Multisite Church Ministries vs. Jesus’s Early Church: A Tale of Two Blueprints

In our generation, a new model of “church” has emerged. It is sleek, scalable, and marketable. It multiplies campuses like coffee chains. It broadcasts sermons from a central stage to screens across cities and states. It hires consultants, analyzes demographics, and perfects branding to grow the reach of its message. This is the multisite church and Jesus is no where to be found.

But as we look at the model of Jesus—and the early Church He birthed through Grace by the power of the Holy Spirit—we must ask a sobering question:

Are we following Jesus? Seriously?

The Modern Multisite Model - Scaling the Church as a Brand

Multisite churches today often span multiple locations, all connected by a central leadership team. Usually, one main teaching pastor—often via video—is the face and voice of the ministry. Efficiency, consistency, and branding are prioritized, with church growth consultants guiding everything from sermon series to campus launches.

The language often shifts from shepherding to scaling. From disciple-making to market penetration. The strategy aims to attract crowds and increase visibility. On the surface, it appears successful.

But beneath the impressive metrics and polished presentations, the question remains: Is this the Church Jesus died for?

The Jesus Model - Relational, Humble, Sacrificial

Jesus did not build a brand. He built people–HIS BODY, HIS COMMUNITY.

He called fishermen and tax collectors to follow Him—not attend Him. His ministry was intimate, relational, and low to the ground. He poured Himself into twelve men (Matthew 4:19), and through them, turned the world upside down.

Jesus did not leverage political influence or technological innovation. He rejected worldly power (Matthew 4:8–10). Instead, He walked dusty roads, touched lepers, and washed feet (Mark 10:45). He taught sacrificial love (John 13:34) and modeled servanthood until His final breath.

After His resurrection, He entrusted this radical, upside-down Kingdom to His followers, who carried it out not by franchising but by laying down their lives to love enemies–ALL OF THEM.

The Early Church - What It Actually Looked Like

The early Church—recorded in the book of Acts—was marked by raw, Spirit-led power and deep relational community.

Community: “All the believers were together and had everything in common” (Acts 2:44–45).
Local Leadership: Elders and deacons were appointed in each city—not hired from corporate HQ (Acts 14:23; Titus 1:5).
Organic Growth: “The Lord added to their number daily those who were being saved” (Acts 2:47).
Mission-Driven: They prioritized the poor (James 1:27) and spread the gospel of Jesus Christ everywhere, even under persecution (Acts 8:4).

They had no stage lights or livestreams, no signage or slogans. But they had power. They had presence. They had Jesus, and He was their KING. It's all about co-building His Kingdom, not ours.

What We’ve Substituted Instead

We must be honest about the contrasts:

Mission and Purpose

Multisite: Crowd expansion, brand loyalty, and revenue growth.

Early Church: Disciple-making (Matthew 28:19), holiness (1 Peter 1:15–16), and care for the poor (Galatians 2:10).

Leadership Style

Multisite: Centralized power around a charismatic, often celebrated big ego (senior pastor).

Early Church: Plural, humble eldership (Acts 15:6; 1 Timothy 3:1–7). Paul condemned personality cults (1 Corinthians 3:5–7).

Community Dynamics

Multisite: Fragmented campuses, little accountability, consumer-focused.

Early Church: Interdependent family (Romans 12:5; 1 Corinthians 12:26), sharing meals and lives.

When the Brand Replaces the Bride

The danger of the multisite model isn’t just misalignment—it’s idolatry.

Brand Over Kingdom - Many congregations are more loyal to their church’s brand than to Christ. Reputation has replaced repentance. Jesus warned Sardis: “You have a reputation of being alive, but you are dead” (Revelation 3:1–3).

Consultants Over the Holy Spirit - Instead of seeking the voice of the Holy Spirit, churches pay marketing firms to predict trends. Paul warned that the cross would become foolish to those seeking a packaged gospel (1 Corinthians 1:23).

Celebrity Pastors Over Foot-Washing Servants - Jesus said, “The greatest among you shall be your servant” (Mark 10:42–45). But in this system, spiritual power is often tied to stage presence, not Spirit presence.

Jesus Already Warned Us - Revelation 2–3

Jesus’ evaluation given to the seven churches in Revelation weren’t generic teachings—they were surgical rebukes, and His prophetic message is for TODAY, this very moment. It is time to awaken, don’t you think?

Ephesus - Lost its first love (Rev. 2:1–7). The fire of intimacy with Christ was replaced by cold orthodoxy.

Pergamum & Thyatira - Tolerated false teaching for the sake of cultural acceptance (Rev. 2:12–29).

Sardis - A hollow reputation. A dead church (Rev. 3:1–6).

Laodicea - Self-sufficient, wealthy, and lukewarm (Rev. 3:14–22). Sound familiar?

The Cost of Going Our Own Way

When churches deviate from Jesus’ design, the results are tragic:

Spiritual Apostasy - “Holding to a form of godliness, although they have denied its power” (2 Timothy 3:5).

Divine Judgment - “I will remove your lampstand” (Revelation 2:5). “I will spit you out of My mouth” (Revelation 3:16).

A Fractured Witness - Jesus prayed for unity so “the world may believe” (John 17:21). Instead, we showcase competition and pride.

The Way Back - House Churches, Relational Discipleship, and Spirit-Led Simplicity

It’s not too late to return.

Relational Discipleship: “Day by day continuing with one mind… breaking bread from house to house” (Acts 2:46; Romans 16:5).

Decentralized Leadership: “Be on guard for yourselves and for all the flock… among which the Holy Spirit has made you overseers” (Acts 20:28; 1 Peter 5:2–3).

Gospel-Centered Mission: Local, sacrificial, Spirit-empowered (Acts 13:1–3).

Generous Simplicity: “There was not a needy person among them” (Acts 4:32–35).

Biblical Restoration Starts with Repentance

We must repent—not just personally, but corporately.

Return to Christ as Head: “He is also head of the body, the church” (Colossians 1:18).

Reject Consumerism: Teach the cost of true discipleship (Luke 14:27–33).

Empower the Body: Equip EVERY believer to function (Ephesians 4:11–12).

Revival or Removal?

Jesus is not impressed by our brands. He is not moved by our metrics. He is not asking for innovation—He is asking for obedience.

The multisite movement may offer temporary results, but it cannot produce eternal fruit unless it returns to the blueprint of Jesus. The house church model, messy and small as it may be, carries the DNA of the early Church. It is fertile ground for revival.

Revival doesn’t come through consultants. It comes by Grace working through love. It doesn’t flow through systems. It flows through the Holy Spirit in surrendered saints.

Zechariah 4:6 “‘Not by might nor by power, but by My Spirit,’ says the Lord of hosts”

So which will we choose? The Kingdom of scalability—or the Kingdom of sacrifice? The path of influence—or the path of intimacy? The architect of man—or the Carpenter from Nazareth?

The Church belongs to Jesus. Let’s give it back to Him.

A KINGDOM Blueprint for St. George, Utah

Becoming a City on a Hill—Prepared for the Return of Our King

1. Begin at the Only Starting Point: Confession

1 John 1:9 “If we confess our sins, He is faithful and righteous to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.” 

We must begin by getting low. Before any plans, strategies, or structures are reformed, the hearts of the saints must be reformed. This is not a corporate whiteboard session—this is a divine heart surgery.

We confess:

We have elevated platforms over people.

We have built brands rather than bridal love.

We have followed man’s wisdom instead of the Spirit’s whisper.

We have feared loss of influence more than disobedience to Christ.

We have tolerated division, competition, control, and celebrity Christianity.

This is not a judgment on others—it is the beginning of judgment in the house of God (1 Peter 4:17), starting with us.

2. Cry Out in REPENTANCE

Acts 3:19 “Repent therefore and return, so that your sins may be wiped away, in order that times of refreshing may come from the presence of the Lord.”

Repentance is not remorse. It’s the Spirit-empowered turning from self, sin, and systems back to Jesus as the Head of His Church, and doing it His way

Let us repent:

Of the corporatization of the Church.

Of tolerating Jezebel and narcissism in leadership.

Of neglecting the poor, the addicted, the outcast.

Of building platforms instead of disciples.

Of loving comfort more than the cross.

St. George must become a city of repentance—not shameful, but joyful, like Nineveh when revival swept through its gates. Let the pastors, business leaders, families, and prodigals alike fall to their knees, not in defeat, but in surrender to the King of kings.

3. Run to the Throne of Grace—and Stay There

Hebrews 4:16 “Let us draw near with confidence to the throne of grace, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need.”

Grace is not a theological idea—it is the very power of God to transform us into the image of Christ.

We ask for wave after wave of Grace to:

Wash away bitterness, pride, envy, and fear.

Empower humility, obedience, patience, and spiritual hunger.

Awaken the Church from dead religion and ignite first love fire.

Release supernatural wisdom to rebuild God’s house His way.

This is not a one-time moment but a daily visitation. The Grace that sustains must also send. Stay at the Throne until His life flows through us.

4. Establish Grace Homes (House Churches) in Every Neighborhood

Acts 2:46 “Day by day continuing with one mind in the temple, and breaking bread from house to house...” 

St. George will not be transformed from a single pulpit—it will be transformed one living room at a time.

Begin the return to:

Grace Homes (House Churches) that center on prayer, the Word, shared meals, repentance, healing, and discipleship.

Raising up spiritual fathers and mothers, not CEOs.

Equipping every believer to function in the gifts of the Spirit (Ephesians 4:11–12).

Deep relational community, spiritual accountability, and open-hearted worship.

The breaking of bread and the washing of feet.

Start with 5 homes. Then 50. Then 500. Let homes burn with revival fire across every corner of the city—like candles preparing the way for the Bridegroom.

5. Rebuild the City Church According to Jesus’ Blueprint

Revelation 2:1 “To the angel of the church in Ephesus write…” 

Jesus doesn’t address 50 churches in Ephesus. He addresses one Church per city, led by spiritual elders, not celebrity personalities.

Establish:

One Church in St. George, made up of many Grace Homes.

Spirit-appointed elders across the city, recognized not by titles, but by fruit, humility, and anointing.

Monthly gatherings for city-wide prayer, worship, communion, and prophetic intercession.

Apostolic and prophetic voices to equip, correct, and build.

A shared city mission to the poor, lost, addicted, broken, and unreached.

Let each local leader decrease so that Christ may increase (John 3:30). Tear down silos. Expose competition. Destroy false unity and build on sacrificial love.

6. Send the Laborers. Multiply the Mission. Prepare the Bride.

Matthew 28:19 “Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations…”

This is not about maintenance—it’s about multiplication. The purpose of the Church is not survival—it is preparation for the return of Jesus.

As Jesus tarries, we:

Make disciples who make disciples.

Train the saints to walk in Spirit and Truth.

Mobilize Grace Homes to plant more Grace Homes.

Send laborers to nearby towns, cities, and regions.

Raise the banner of the Kingdom Gospel—not just salvation, but total transformation.

Every believer is entrusted with talents—callings, assignments, and gifts. Let none bury theirs in fear. Let the five wise virgins arise—filled with oil, burning bright, ready for the Bridegroom.

Revelation 22:17 “And the Spirit and the Bride say, ‘Come.’” 

7. Shine as a City on a Hill—Until the Trumpet Sounds

Matthew 5:14 “You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden.”

This is the ultimate goal: That St. George, Utah, becomes an epicenter of God’s love and light, so powerful and unified in Spirit that the nations take notice.

Imagine the testimony: "There is a city in the desert, once divided, now ablaze with the love of Jesus. They laid down their pride, their agendas, their stages, and they became one Body. They love their enemies. They walk in purity. They follow the Lamb wherever He goes. Surely, God is among them!"

And when Jesus comes in the clouds, let Him find a Church ready, full of oil, radiant in righteousness, undivided in heart. Let Him say of St. George, “Well done, good and faithful servants. Enter into the joy of your Master.”

Let’s Begin Today

This is not a dream. This is the desire of Jesus revealed to us in the Bible. This is not an impossible blueprint. This is the ancient path He has chosen.

All it takes is a city that says YES. All it takes is one heart that says, "Here am I, send me." Let St. George be that city. Let your home be that altar. Let your life be that lampstand.

Jesus is knocking. Open wide the gates, and let the King of Glory come in.

A Love Letter to the Church in St. George, Utah

My Beloved Family in Christ,

I write to you today not as a pastor, not as a leader, not as someone with all the answers—but as your truth-telling, foot-washing, rebel servant brother. One who has wept over this city. One who has been broken and rebuilt by Grace. One who hears the footsteps of our returning King and cannot stay silent any longer.

Yes, I know this sounds crazy. I know this call may seem radical, even impossible. But it isn’t. It’s not crazy—it’s Jesus. He is real. He is coming. And He is bringing His Kingdom with Him.

So, why wait? If we truly believe Jesus will reign forever as our King, shouldn’t we begin living under His leadership now? Right here? Right in St. George?

I know we’ve all built our sanctuaries. We’ve labored for our ministries. We’ve defended our doctrines. And in the process, we’ve become divided, distracted, and detached from one another. We’ve forgotten who we really are. We’ve lost our identity IN CHRIST.

One Body. One Bride. One King.

This isn’t about whose church is “right.” It’s about laying down what’s ours, so we can pick up what’s His. It’s about coming back to the simplicity and power of the early Church—the Church Jesus planted through tears, through blood, through unshakable love.

If we get this wrong… if we choose to remain separate, if we cling to our structures and systems more than we cling to Jesus… I fear what we may lose. But if we get this right—if we repent, confess, and come together in love—St. George will never be the same again.

I don’t feel like the right person to say all this. Honestly, I feel like the last guy Jesus should’ve asked. I am the wrong guy. But that’s the beauty of Grace. God delights in using the weakest things of this world to reveal His strength. And even if I’m the only one willing to say it, I’ll still say it:

Jesus wants His Church back. So to every brother and sister in Christ in this city—whatever church you attend, whatever denomination you identify with—I am calling all of us, from the bottom of my heart:

Let’s come together. Let’s pray together. Let’s love one another deeply. Let’s sit in the presence of Jesus every single day and ask Him what He wants us to do, each one of us. Then, by Grace working through love—go and do it.

No Competition. No Comparison. No Control. Just Jesus.

Let’s start Grace Homes all over the city—house churches that burn with love, that disciple with truth, that care for the poor, that heal the broken, that prepare the Bride. Let’s raise disciples who make disciples who make disciples…. Let’s forgive before we’re wounded. Let’s serve instead of striving. Let’s live like Jesus really is our King. Because He is.

Let’s follow Him and be the City on a Hill He dreamed of—unshakable in unity, overflowing with joy, radiant in righteousness. Let every street, every home, every school, every heart in St. George feel the love of God like a rushing river. Let’s believe He can. Let’s believe He will. And let’s just do it—together.

I love you. Deeply. Truly. Eternally. And Jesus loves you even more.

Your brother IN CHRIST,

Craig