Reckoning and Renewing: Which Jesus?

First Baptist continues our five-week series, Reckoning and Renewing, a chance to look honestly at our own story and our nation's, the dark pieces along with the redeeming ones. Pastor Julie preaches "Which Jesus?" from Matthew 16:13-20, where Jesus asks his disciples, "Who do you say that I am?" For two thousand years, Christians have answered that question in ways that have shaped the world—sometimes toward peace and justice, sometimes toward conquest and slavery—with Scripture quoted in defense. What do we do with the truth that white supremacy in this nation was sustained, in large part, by the misuse of the Bible, in the name of the Savior to whom we belong? Readings: Genesis 9:20-27; Romans 12:1-3; Matthew 16:13-20. Watch the full worship service: https://www.firstbaptistdc.org/listen-to-sermons/2026/10/8/sunday-oct-11-2026-reckoning-and-renewing-which-jesus Sunday, October 11, 2026 · The First Baptist Church of the City of Washington, D.C.