In this message from the Beatitudes Series, Pastor Souzy teaches from Matthew 5:8, where Jesus says:
“Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.”In a world filled with distraction, compromise, and spiritual noise, Jesus calls His followers to something deeper — a pure heart. This sermon unpacks what purity of heart really means, why it matters in our walk with Christ, and how believers can live faithfully in a dark and broken world without losing their spiritual clarity.
You’ll discover:
This message will challenge, encourage, and equip you to live with integrity, focus, and devotion to Jesus — even when the culture pulls in the opposite direction.
📖 Scripture: Matthew 5:8
🎯 Theme: Purity of heart, holiness, Kingdom living
🙏 Series: Beatitudes
Mercy isn’t a feeling — it’s a choice.
In this message, AJ Valdez continues The Life & Lore of Jesus series by unpacking one of the Beatitudes that hits hard in both faith and gaming culture: “Blessed are the merciful, for they shall obtain mercy.”
Using real-life stories and game metaphors from World of Warcraft and Guild Wars 2, AJ shows how mercy looks like:
Pausing instead of pushing through
Forgiving when it hurts
Carrying others because you’ve been carried
Choosing compassion over toxicity
Whether you’re grinding IRL, stuck in bitterness, or wondering how faith actually plays out day-to-day, this message reframes mercy as the key to a Kingdom heart.
⏱️ Chapters / Timestamps
00:00 Welcome & Series Intro (Life and Lore of Jesus)
02:10 Blessed Are the Merciful (Matthew 5)
04:20 Mercy Explained (Definition & Compassion in Action)
07:05 Toxic Players vs Christlike Mercy
10:15 Mercy Is a Choice, Not a Feeling
13:40 Jesus Pauses: Crying Out for Mercy (Mark 10)
17:20 Mercy Looks Like Forgiveness (Personal Story)
21:45 We Give Mercy Because We’ve Received Mercy
24:40 Mercy Multiplies Blessings
26:40 How to Live Mercifully Every Day
28:10 Final Encouragement & Prayer
Welcome to XP Church, the world's first church for gamers! Whether you are looking to explore faith for the first time or grow in your faith, you are welcome here!
If you are looking to connect with our church or if you made a decision to follow Christ, let us know by clicking the link below. We would love to connect and see how we can pray for you, serve you and get you connected with our church!
https://xpchurch.com/connect/
To support this ministry and help us continue to help gamers win together, click here: Through our Website: https://xpchurch.com/give/
Through Paypal: https://streamlabs.com/xpchurchforgamers/tip
You can also listen to an audio version of this message on any podcast platforms!
Check out our Level Up Podcast helping gamers level up in life, faith and leadership:
https://xpchurch.com/podcast/
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In this powerful message from the Journey Through Matthew series, Pastor Souzy teaches on one of the most challenging and beautiful Beatitudes:
“Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.” — Matthew 5:8Jesus isn’t after surface-level faith or behavior modification — He goes straight to the heart, because the heart determines our desires, decisions, and direction.
In “The HEART of the Kingdom,” Pastor Souzy breaks down what purity of heart truly means, how the enemy fights for influence over our inner world, and why Jesus calls us to a single-minded devotion to Him.
If you’ve been feeling distracted, divided, or spiritually unfocused, this message will help you realign your heart with the Kingdom of God — where clarity, peace, and purpose begin.
📖 Scripture: Matthew 5:8
🎯 Themes: Purity of heart, inner transformation, Kingdom character, focus & devotion
🙏 Series: Journey Through Matthew
In this message from the Journey Through Matthew series, Beez the Chaplain teaches through one of the most transformational verses in the Beatitudes:
“Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.” — Matthew 5:6We live in a world full of options, distractions, pursuits, and substitutes—yet none of them fully satisfy. Using a creative Elden Ring / RPG-style analogy, Beez breaks down how many of us are walking through life with an empty spiritual inventory, trying to fight battles we’re not equipped for.
But Jesus invites us to stop striving, stop earning, and stop settling for spiritual junk food — and instead hunger for Him, because only He can truly satisfy the deep hunger in our soul.
If you've ever felt spiritually empty, burned out, or like you're grinding through life with no breakthrough — this message will help you reset, rest, and refill your spiritual inventory with what actually matters.
📍 Scripture: Matthew 5:6 | Matthew 9:1–8 | John 16:33 | 1 Corinthians 10:13
🎯 Theme: Hunger for righteousness, grace over self-effort, spiritual satisfaction
🙏 Series: Journey Through Matthew
This one’s for the real ones.
Every year, we pause to do something sacred at XP Church—give honor where honor is due. From our pastors and staff to our guild leaders and Discord mods, this is our way of saying: Thank you for building the future of church—for gamers, by gamers.
In this special Hour of Honor, Pastor Souzy drops a heartfelt message about the purpose of the Church and the power of community. If you've ever wondered what XP Church is all about or why it matters, this is the video to watch.
🛡️ This isn’t just a stream—it’s a celebration of every volunteer, every chat mod, every guild leader who’s made XP Church what it is.
🧭 And if you’ve been wondering how to go from watching church to being the church, you’ll want to stick around until the end.
💬 Drop a “thank you” in the comments to someone who’s impacted your XP Church journey.
⏱️ Chapters / Timestamps
00:00 Welcome to the Hour of Honor
02:20 Honoring Our Church Members
06:55 Celebrating New Members
10:35 Connections Team Shoutout
13:00 Events Team & Game Nights
16:20 Guild Wars 2 & RuneScape Leaders
20:30 Media Team Appreciation
24:00 Discord Bots & Automation
26:40 Saturday Service Volunteers
29:00 Worship & Choir Team
32:00 Women's Ministry Leaders
34:10 Discord Mod Squad Love
37:00 Community Care & Support
39:50 Bible Talk Team
42:15 XP Group Leaders
45:00 Honoring Our Financial Supporters
47:30 Special Honor: Board of Directors
52:10 Honoring Pastor Adam’s Legacy
56:00 Preaching Team Gratitude
58:15 Celebrating Our Staff & Pastors
1:02:10 Final Challenge: Don’t Just Be Blessed—Be a Blessing
1:03:30 Closing Prayer & Honor to God
Welcome to XP Church, the world's first church for gamers! Whether you are looking to explore faith for the first time or grow in your faith, you are welcome here!
If you are looking to connect with our church or if you made a decision to follow Christ, let us know by clicking the link below. We would love to connect and see how we can pray for you, serve you and get you connected with our church!
https://xpchurch.com/connect/
To support this ministry and help us continue to help gamers win together, click here: Through our Website: https://xpchurch.com/give/
Through Paypal: https://streamlabs.com/xpchurchforgamers/tip
You can also listen to an audio version of this message on any podcast platforms!
Check out our Level Up Podcast helping gamers level up in life, faith and leadership:
https://xpchurch.com/podcast/
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Get Connected!
Website: https://xpchurch.com/
Discord: https://discord.gg/xpchurch
Twitch: https://twitch.tv/xpchurchforgamers
X: https://twitter.com/xpgamerchurch
Facebook: https://facebook.com/gaming/xpchurchforgamers
Instagram: https://instagram.com/xpchurchforgamers
TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@xpchurchforgamers
In this message, Pastor AJ Valdez continues the Journey Through Matthew series and explores one of the most misunderstood qualities in the Christian faith: meekness. Using a Kingdom Hearts–inspired illustration, Pastor AJ explains that meekness isn't weakness — it's strength under control. The world tells us to power up, fight back, defend ourselves, and chase recognition. But Jesus teaches that true strength comes through humility, surrender, and allowing God to lead. If you've ever struggled with pride, control, anger, or feeling the need to prove yourself, this message will challenge and encourage you.
🔥 Scripture: Matthew 5:5
💬 Key Thought: Meekness unlocks blessing, influence, and inheritance in the Kingdom of God.
In this heartfelt message from the Journey Through Matthew series, Pastor Nfluence continues through the Beatitudes in Matthew 5:4 — “Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.” Titled “Does the Brokenness Have a Key to Your Heart,” this sermon explores how God uses pain, loss, and even spiritual brokenness to unlock deeper relationship and dependence on Him. Drawing connections to stories like Jeremiah’s lament, Isaiah’s prophecy, and Peter’s redemption, Pastor Nfluence shows that our mourning is not wasted — it’s the very place where God meets us with comfort and healing. If you’ve ever felt distant, hurt, or wondered why God allows pain, this message will remind you that your brokenness can become the very key to your heart’s healing. 📖 Scripture: Matthew 5:4 | Lamentations 3:21–24 | Isaiah 42:1–4 | Luke 22:54–62 | John 21:15–19 🎯 Themes: Mourning, Comfort, Healing, Repentance, Hope 🙏 Series: Journey Through Matthew
In this message, Pastor AJ Valdez kicks off a brand-new series — Journey Through Matthew — with a sermon titled “Kingdom Hearts and the War Inside.” Diving into Matthew 5:3, Pastor AJ unpacks Jesus’ words: “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” Just like in the game Kingdom Hearts, the battle isn’t only out there — it’s happening within. Our hearts are the true battleground where pride, humility, and surrender collide. Through powerful analogies, biblical truth, and real-life application, Pastor AJ challenges us to lay down our pride, embrace humility, and let God reign within. Because the kingdom doesn’t come to the proud — it comes to the humble.
📖 Scripture: Matthew 5:3
🎮 Theme: Humility, Inner Conflict, The Kingdom Within, Spiritual Growth
🙏 Series: Journey Through Matthew
In this powerful message, Pastor Nfluence continues our Life & Lore of Jesus Series by diving into Matthew 5:1–12, also known as The Beatitudes — one of the greatest sermons ever told.
Jesus opens the Sermon on the Mount by redefining what it means to be blessed. In a world that celebrates power, wealth, and status, Jesus declares that true blessing belongs to the humble, the merciful, the pure in heart, and the peacemakers.
Through clear teaching and modern-day examples, Pastor Nfluence helps us see how this sermon still transforms hearts and shapes the way we live today.
📖 Key Scripture: Matthew 5:1–12
🎯 Themes: The Beatitudes, Kingdom Living, True Blessing, The Upside-Down Kingdom
🙌 Series: Life & Lore of Jesus
Is Jesus’ power really over 9,000?
This week, Beez the Chaplain taps into Matthew 4:23–25 and asks: What if Vegeta’s scouter had to read Jesus’ power level? Spoiler: It would break.
Dive into a message that unpacks the healing, holistic, and universal power of Jesus—how it's not just for some, but for everyone. Whether you're fighting emotional burnout, spiritual questions, or just need to know you’re not too far gone, this one’s for you.
⏱️ Timestamps (Chapters)
0:00 Intro: Power Levels & DBZ
3:12 Over 9000? Jesus' Infinite Power
5:25 Reading Matthew 4:23–25
7:40 Point 1: His Power Over All
12:33 Small vs Severe: Jesus Heals Both
17:45 Surrendering Our “Small” Burdens
20:08 Point 2: His Power In All
24:42 Compartmentalizing Our Trust
27:10 Point 3: His Power For All
30:15 The Gospel is for Everyone
31:10 Final Encouragement & Prayer
Welcome to XP Church, the world's first church for gamers! Whether you are looking to explore faith for the first time or grow in your faith, you are welcome here!
If you are looking to connect with our church or if you made a decision to follow Christ, let us know by clicking the link below. We would love to connect and see how we can pray for you, serve you and get you connected with our church!
https://xpchurch.com/connect/
To support this ministry and help us continue to help gamers win together, click here: Through our Website: https://xpchurch.com/give/
Through Paypal: https://streamlabs.com/xpchurchforgamers/tip
You can also listen to an audio version of this message on any podcast platforms!
Check out our Level Up Podcast helping gamers level up in life, faith and leadership:
https://xpchurch.com/podcast/
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Get Connected!
Website: https://xpchurch.com/
Discord: https://discord.gg/xpchurch
Twitch: https://twitch.tv/xpchurchforgamers
X: https://twitter.com/xpgamerchurch
Facebook: https://facebook.com/gaming/xpchurchforgamers
Instagram: https://instagram.com/xpchurchforgamers
TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@xpchurchforgamers
In this powerful message, Pastor AJ Valdez continues the Matthew Series with a sermon called “Jesus’ Raid Team – Will You Join?”
Drawing from Matthew 4 and Luke 5, Pastor AJ compares Jesus’ call to the disciples with the familiar raid invite gamers know so well. Just as fishermen were called to become fishers of men, we too are invited to join God’s ultimate team — to use our gifts, step out from the shore, and build His kingdom together. 💬 Whether you’re a gamer, streamer, or believer looking to go deeper, this message will challenge you to hit ACCEPT on God’s invite and follow Him fully. 📖 Key Scriptures: Matthew 4:18–22 | Luke 5:1–11 | John 1:35–42
God just opened a door we didn’t see coming. After 11+ years of prayer, vision, and setbacks… the dream of XP Church having a home in a fully gamified LAN center is no longer a dream—it's happening!
In this powerful update, Pastor SouZy shares how XP Church is stepping into a historic partnership with Satellite Gaming in Salem, Oregon. You'll hear the vision, the miracle timing, the wild coffee shop twist, and how YOU can help make the next chapter real.
Plus: a major announcement about Pastor Influence, and how this all connects to XP Church’s 10-year anniversary in 2026.
👇 DROP INTO THE MISSION 👇
🎮 Support Pastor Influence: https://patreon.com/pastorinfluence
📅 Save the date: March 21, 2026 – XP Church 10-Year Celebration!
⏱️ Timestamps (Chapters)
00:00 God’s About to Blow Your Mind
01:30 The Original Vision (11 Years Ago)
05:10 COVID Shut It Down
07:45 A Fresh Start in Oregon
09:10 The Satellite Gaming Connection
12:40 The Land Center Is Real (No Cap)
15:55 Concept Tour: Broadcast Room, LAN Center, Gathering Space
20:45 The Coffee Shop Miracle
22:40 Why We’re Not Jumping In Fully (Yet)
27:30 What It’ll Take to Use the Space Weekly
30:40 A Twist: Satellite Offers a Paid Role
33:00 Pastor Influence's Opportunity
35:20 Why This Matters for XP Church
37:00 Real Stories from Stream Impact
40:30 How You Can Help: Patreon Campaign
43:00 A Call to Build This Together
Welcome to XP Church, the world's first church for gamers! Whether you are looking to explore faith for the first time or grow in your faith, you are welcome here!
If you are looking to connect with our church or if you made a decision to follow Christ, let us know by clicking the link below. We would love to connect and see how we can pray for you, serve you and get you connected with our church!
https://xpchurch.com/connect/
To support this ministry and help us continue to help gamers win together, click here: Through our Website: https://xpchurch.com/give/
Through Paypal: https://streamlabs.com/xpchurchforgamers/tip
You can also listen to an audio version of this message on any podcast platforms!
Check out our Level Up Podcast helping gamers level up in life, faith and leadership:
https://xpchurch.com/podcast/
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Get Connected!
Website: https://xpchurch.com/
Discord: https://discord.gg/xpchurch
Twitch: https://twitch.tv/xpchurchforgamers
X: https://twitter.com/xpgamerchurch
Facebook: https://facebook.com/gaming/xpchurchforgamers
Instagram: https://instagram.com/xpchurchforgamers
TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@xpchurchforgamers
In this sermon, Pastor AJ Valdez continues the Life & Lore of Jesus Series with a powerful word from Matthew 4:12–17. When John the Baptist was imprisoned, Jesus began His public ministry by proclaiming: “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven has come near.” This message reminds us that even in the darkest of times, Jesus is the light that breaks through the shadows. If you feel surrounded by darkness, take courage—Jesus is the great light that still breaks the darkness today. 📖 Scripture: Matthew 4:12–17 🎯 Themes: Hope in darkness, repentance, prophecy fulfilled, the kingdom of God.
The world feels like it’s spiraling—but what do you do with that?
In this message, Pastor Souzy speaks directly to the chaos we’re seeing in the world—from violent headlines to deep cultural division—and what it actually means for people trying to follow Jesus today.
If you’ve been overwhelmed, distracted, or tempted to escape into your games just to avoid it all… you’re not alone. But there’s a better way to process the pain and confusion around us.
This isn’t a message about panic—it’s a call to clarity, courage, and real hope in dark times.
Chapters / Timestamps
00:00 Intro: The World is on Fire
05:30 It’s Not Just Political, It’s Spiritual
18:45 Stay True to God’s Word
29:10 Pray for Your Enemies
36:20 Be Bold, Be Kind, Be Clear
43:15 In the End, We WIN
Welcome to XP Church, the world's first church for gamers! Whether you are looking to explore faith for the first time or grow in your faith, you are welcome here!
If you are looking to connect with our church or if you made a decision to follow Christ, let us know by clicking the link below. We would love to connect and see how we can pray for you, serve you and get you connected with our church!
https://xpchurch.com/connect/
To support this ministry and help us continue to help gamers win together, click here: Through our Website: https://xpchurch.com/give/
Through Paypal: https://streamlabs.com/xpchurchforgamers/tip
You can also listen to an audio version of this message on any podcast platforms!
Check out our Level Up Podcast helping gamers level up in life, faith and leadership:
https://xpchurch.com/podcast/
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Get Connected!
Website: https://xpchurch.com/
Discord: https://discord.gg/xpchurch
Twitch: https://twitch.tv/xpchurchforgamers
X: https://twitter.com/xpgamerchurch
Facebook: https://facebook.com/gaming/xpchurchforgamers
Instagram: https://instagram.com/xpchurchforgamers
TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@xpchurchforgamers
Pastor Nfluence continues our Life & Lore of Jesus Series with a powerful message from Matthew 4:1–11 titled “Jesus Was Tempted.”
In this sermon, we see how Jesus faced temptation in the wilderness and overcame the enemy with the Word of God. Pastor Nfluence draws a unique comparison to the story of Arthas from World of Warcraft, showing how one man gave in to darkness while Jesus stood firm in truth.
This message challenges us to trust God’s plan, lean on His Word, and resist the temptation to take matters into our own hands. Just as Jesus defeated the enemy in the wilderness, we too can overcome when we depend on God.
📖 Scripture: Matthew 4:1–11
🎯 Key Themes: Temptation, Trust, Dependence on God, Spiritual Warfare
🎮 Bonus: Lessons from Arthas & WoW woven into the message!
🎮 Ever thought of Jesus' baptism like a cinematic cutscene? In this powerful message, Pastor Souzy takes us deep into the "Life and Lore of Jesus" series—unpacking how the baptism of Christ isn't just a historical moment, but the spiritual launch of the ultimate story mode.
This isn't just a scroll-past sermon. It’s a call to go all in.
⏬ Timestamps / Chapters
0:00 Intro: What’s Your Favorite Gaming Cinematic?
7:53 Jesus’ Baptism = The Cinematic of Christ
15:46 Why Did Jesus Get Baptized (If He’s Perfect)?
23:40 When You Don’t Feel Qualified
31:33 Heaven Opens: The Trinity on Display
39:26 What Jesus' Baptism Means for You
Welcome to XP Church, the world's first church for gamers! Whether you are looking to explore faith for the first time or grow in your faith, you are welcome here!
If you are looking to connect with our church or if you made a decision to follow Christ, let us know by clicking the link below. We would love to connect and see how we can pray for you, serve you and get you connected with our church!
https://xpchurch.com/connect/
To support this ministry and help us continue to help gamers win together, click here: Through our Website: https://xpchurch.com/give/
Through Paypal: https://streamlabs.com/xpchurchforgamers/tip
You can also listen to an audio version of this message on any podcast platforms!
Check out our Level Up Podcast helping gamers level up in life, faith and leadership:
https://xpchurch.com/podcast/
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Get Connected!
Website: https://xpchurch.com/
Discord: https://discord.gg/xpchurch
Twitch: https://twitch.tv/xpchurchforgamers
X: https://twitter.com/xpgamerchurch
Facebook: https://facebook.com/gaming/xpchurchforgamers
Instagram: https://instagram.com/xpchurchforgamers
TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@xpchurchforgamers
#XPChurch #FaithLevelsUp #GamerChurch
Pastor Beezoosh continues our Life & Lore of Jesus Series in Matthew 3:7–12, where John the Baptist confronts the religious elite and calls God’s people to real repentance. This message contrasts tradition vs. truth, unpacks the refiner’s fire and winnowing imagery, and challenges us to carry the gospel into the digital wilderness—where outcasts meet Jesus and lives are transformed.
📖 Scripture: Matthew 3:7–12
🎯 Themes: Tradition vs Truth, Repentance, Transformation, Digital Mission
🙌 Response: Don’t settle for ritual—pursue a changed heart.
You don’t have to fight alone.
This week, Pastor Nfluence breaks down what it really means to do life together—not just on Twitch chat, but in deep, vulnerable XP Groups that help you level up spiritually. From World of Warcraft lore to Mark 1 and Matthew 28, this sermon is a call to squad up and step into your purpose.
💬 Hear real testimonies from gamers around the world
🔥 Why XP Groups are more than just hangouts
👣 What it actually looks like to follow Jesus (no solo missions)
📅 XP Groups are open now. Sign up here: https://xpchurch.com/xp-groups/
⏱️ Chapters:
0:00 Intro + XP Groups Vision
4:20 Mark 1:17 – Follow Me
6:30 WoW Cinematic + Light vs Darkness Metaphor
15:00 Mark 4:21-25 – You Are the Light
22:00 Vulnerability + Listening in XP Groups
29:00 Matthew 28 – Make Disciples
32:30 XP Group Testimonies
39:00 Call to Join + Salvation Prayer
41:35 End
Welcome to XP Church, the world's first church for gamers! Whether you are looking to explore faith for the first time or grow in your faith, you are welcome here!
If you are looking to connect with our church or if you made a decision to follow Christ, let us know by clicking the link below. We would love to connect and see how we can pray for you, serve you and get you connected with our church!
https://xpchurch.com/connect/
To support this ministry and help us continue to help gamers win together, click here: Through our Website: https://xpchurch.com/give/
Through Paypal: https://streamlabs.com/xpchurchforgamers/tip
You can also listen to an audio version of this message on any podcast platforms!
Check out our Level Up Podcast helping gamers level up in life, faith and leadership:
https://xpchurch.com/podcast/
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Get Connected!
Website: https://xpchurch.com/
Discord: https://discord.gg/xpchurch
Twitch: https://twitch.tv/xpchurchforgamers
X: https://twitter.com/xpgamerchurch
Facebook: https://facebook.com/gaming/xpchurchforgamers
Instagram: https://instagram.com/xpchurchforgamers
TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@xpchurchforgamers
In this powerful message, Pastor Souzy continues The Life & Lore of Jesus Series, diving into Matthew 3:1-6 and the ministry of John the Baptist. Just like a tutorial prepares you for the game ahead, John prepared the way for the coming of Jesus. Learn the importance of repentance, baptism, and living a life that points others toward Christ. Whether you’re new to faith or have been walking with Jesus for years, this sermon will challenge you to live set apart, boldly proclaim the Gospel, and be ready—because the Kingdom of Heaven is near.
📖 Scripture Reference: Matthew 3:1-6
🎯 Key Themes: Repentance, Baptism, Kingdom of Heaven, John the Baptist, Preparing the Way
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In this XP Church for Gamers message, Pastor AJ Valdez takes us through Matthew 2:19–23 in a powerful sermon called "No Route, Still Ready." Drawing parallels from World of Warcraft and real-life challenges, Pastor AJ shares how God’s perfect timing, obedient hearts, and unlikely places lead to His glory. Even when life feels like a dungeon with no map, we can trust the ultimate Tank—Jesus Christ—to guide and protect us. Whether you’re waiting in life’s “loading screen” or feeling like a stump with no future, this message will encourage you to hit that ready check and move forward in faith. 📖 Scripture: Matthew 2:19–23 🎮 Gamers welcome. Faith encouraged. Jesus exalted.