I am convinced God’s blessing has been on us primarily because our people have shown a strong commitment to biblical leadership and biblical ministry. The leaders of Grace Church have endeavored to withstand the preoccupation some churches seem to have with self-esteem and the selfishness of our contemporary society. Our elders desire both to model and to proclaim Jesus’ call to discipleship: “He who does not take his cross and follow after Me is not worthy of Me. He who has found his life shall