This anniversary series is about naming what’s broken in church culture—and making room for leadership that looks like Jesus.

In this episode, we’re rethinking the phrase “We’re a biblical church.” It’s often used to divide, not unite—and that’s a problem.

We’ll cover:

1. Why “we’re a biblical church” can actually drive people apart instead of uniting us.
2. My personal frustration with how “biblical” has sometimes been used as a measuring stick for others’ faith.
3. Celebrating our diverse, Scripture-loving community
4. How using “biblical” as a litmus test for belonging does more harm than good.
5. Reclaiming “biblical” as a term that reflects Christlike love, humility, and connection.

Let’s use our words to build unity—not walls.

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