PEOPLE ARE INCREASINGLY TURNED OFF BY "CHURCH." However, rather than fearing or dreading this change in society, perhaps it should be a wake-up call for Christians to finally realize that Jesus promised to build His "ekklesia" — not church as we have come to know it. This is a bold statement, but it's actually written in red in all our Bibles! In the time of Christ, the Greek word "ekklesia" (translated into English as 'church') was actually a word that meant the "governing council" of local cities. So when Jesus talked about His ekklesia assembling and agreeing in prevailing, united prayer (Matthew 16 and 18), it was because this is how Jesus wants His people to influence culture: not with a political spirit, but with passion for prayer. We don't rule with lordship and pride, but servanthood and love, praying, "May your kingdom come and your will be done, ON EARTH AS IT IS IN HEAVEN." It's time we gave the world a different way of thinking about what Jesus said He would build. Do you believe it? If so, your shirt might just be a form of evangelism to the "churched" as much as the "unchurched!" Maybe we should begin proclaiming in faith, "The Ekklesia is Rising!" PRODUCT DETAILS: Who knew that the softest hoodie you'll ever own comes with such a cool design? You won't regret buying this classic streetwear piece of apparel with a convenient pouch pocket and warm hood for chilly evenings. • 100% cotton face • 65% ring-spun cotton, 35% polyester • Front pouch pocket • Self-fabric patch on the back • Drawstring hood for added warmth • Blank product sourced from Pakistan • Durable construction for long-lasting wear • Available in a variety of colors and styles ** This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions!