City of Peace: Faith in the Public Square August 8, 2026
Good News for the Whole City
Pastor Jordan Reyes (Downtown Campus Pastor) • Scripture: Jeremiah 29:4-14; Matthew 5:13-16
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About This Message
God called His exiled people to seek the welfare of the city where they were planted. What does it look like for our church to be an irreplaceable blessing to Austin?
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Key Sermon Notes
We do not flee the city, nor do we assimilate to the city. We seek its welfare, praying to the Lord on its behalf, for in its welfare we will find our welfare.
Community Group Discussion Questions
- Where has God placed you (neighborhood, workplace, school) to be an agent of peace?
- What does loving our literal neighbors look like this month?
About the Speaker 
Pastor Jordan Reyes
Downtown Campus Pastor
Serving the people of Austin with verse-by-verse expository teaching and pastoral care.
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