In this sermon from 1 Peter, the focus was on the theme of "Welcome One Another," stemming from Romans 15:7. Pastor McKinney emphasized the importance of and how to make the church feel like home. He outlined three key habits that contribute to this sense of belonging: fellowship together, serve together, and worship together. This week, the emphasis focused on serving together, coinciding with "Step Up Sunday," encouraging people who consider Church at Bergen their church-home to actively engage in the life of the church. Pastor McKinney explored the concept of stewardship, particularly in the context of serving one another with the gifts we have received from God. He pointed to 1 Peter 4:10, urging that each gift should be used responsibly for the benefit of others, underscoring that we do not own these gifts but are entrusted to use them wisely. This stewardship is rooted in the trust and responsibility placed upon us by God.