Christ Methodist Church Memphis

Send us Fan Mail In this staff interview, we sit down with Alane Miller, a Care Associate at Christ Methodist Church who specializes in mental health services.  Alane shares her inspiring journey, from her roots in Arkansas to her impactful career in mental health and pastoral care. She opens up about her childhood, influenced by her parents' professions in the healthcare field, and the forma...

Send us Fan Mail Sermon: Living by the Promise  Scripture: Galatians 4:21-5:1 ESV Series: Galatians Teacher: Grant Caldwell Through the lens of Abraham's story, Discipleship Pastor Grant Caldwell examines how reliance on human efforts leads to spiritual slavery, while faith in Christ’s finished work brings true freedom. We're walked through the dynamics of this biblical narrative, drawin...

Send us Fan Mail Sermon: By the Flesh or By the Spirit Scripture: Galatians 4:21-5:1 ESV  Series: Galatians Teacher: Bro. Chris Carter In this sermon, Bro. Chris Carter dives into the contrast between living under the law versus living by God's grace as outlined in Galatians 4:21-5:1. Paul, impassioned by his love for the Galatians, challenges them to consider the sufficiency of Christ's...

Send us Fan Mail Sermon: A Heart for God, A Heart for People Scripture: Galatians 4:1-20 Series: Galatians Teacher: Bro. Chris Carter Join us as Bro. Chris Carter delves into the heart of God's family through the lens of adoption and sonship, exploring what it means to belong to the family of God. Drawing from Galatians 4:1-20, we discover that in Christ, there are no distinctions—whether Jew...

Send us Fan Mail Sermon: Beholding a Heart for God, Heart for People Scripture: Galatians 4:1-20 Series: Galatians Teacher: Rev. Paul Lawler In this sermon, Rev. Paul Lawler illuminates how easily we can slip back into measuring our worth by our achievements rather than resting in our identity as adopted children of God. Through Christ, we not only receive forgiveness but also inherit all the priv...

Send us Fan Mail Join Rev. Paul Lawler, lead pastor of Christ Church Memphis, as he sits down with Pastor X*, a courageous leader from a persecuted region in Asia. In this compelling interview, Pastor X shares his remarkable story of conversion from a Hindu Brahmin background to Christianity, highlighting the transformative power of Jesus in his life. Discover how Pastor X overcame a turbulent pas...

Send us Fan Mail Sermon: The Law and Life in the Gospel (Pt. 6) Scripture: Galatians 3:15-29 Series: Galatians Teacher: Josh Landen (Men's Ministry) In this sermon, Men's Ministry Pastor Josh Landen explores the Apostle Paul's message in Galatians 3:15-16, emphasizing the contrast between the limitations of the Law and the fulfillment found in faith through Christ.  The Apostle Paul...

Send us Fan Mail Sermon: The Law and Life in the Gospel  Scripture: Galatians 3:15-29 Series: Galatians Teacher: Rev. Paul Lawler In this sermon, Rev. Paul Lawler explores the profound connection between the Law and Life in the Gospel. Drawing from Galatians 3:15-29, Rev. Paul unpacks why the law was given and its role in our understanding of salvation through faith in Christ alone. Discover how t...

Send us Fan Mail In this inspiring interview, William Merriman, Director of Student Ministries at Christ Methodist Church, interviews three recent high school graduates who share their transformative experiences from a mission trip to the Bidi Bidi refugee camp in Uganda.  These young adults recount their encounters with the vibrant worship practices of the local communities and the profound impac...

Send us Fan Mail Sermon: Don't Stop Now (Pt. 5) Series: Galatians Scripture: Galatians 3:1-14 Teacher: Bro. Chris Carter In  Part 5 of our series on the book of Galatians, "Don’t Stop Now!" Bro. Chris Carter examines Galatians 3:1-14. The Apostle Paul passionately urges the Galatians not to abandon their journey of faith halfway, likening it to the daring feats of tightrope walker C...

Send us Fan Mail Sermon: Being Set Free from Spiritual Dullness! (Pt. 5) Series: Galatians Scripture: Galatians 3:1-14 Teacher: Rev. Paul Lawler The Gospel not only saves us, but in this sermon, Rev. Paul Lawler explains how it also transforms us and frees us from spiritual complacency. We're encouraged to repent of spiritual dullness, rediscover the power of the Holy Spirit, and remember the...

Send us Fan Mail Sermon: A Clear and Compelling Gospel Scripture: Galatians 2:11-21 Series: Galatians Teacher: Bro. Chris Carter In this sermon, Bro. Chris Carter delves into the dynamic narrative of Galatians 2:11-21, exploring the tensions that arise when core beliefs are challenged within the early Christian community. The text unfolds with Peter, a prominent figure, wavering under pressure, in...

Send us Fan Mail Sermon: A Clear and Compelling Gospel Scripture: Galatians 2:11-21 Series: Galatians Teacher: Rev. Paul Lawler Galatians 2:11-21 captures a pivotal moment in biblical history: the confrontation between two esteemed apostles, Paul and Peter. Pastor Paul Lawler explores the implications of Peter's actions and the necessity of upholding the truth of the Gospel. Peter's laps...

Send us Fan Mail Sermon: The Unity of the Gospel (Pt. 3) Scripture: Galatians 2:1-10 Series: Galatians  Teacher: Bro. Chris Carter In this sermon, Bro. Chris Carter explores how the unity of the Gospel of Grace stands as a beacon of hope amidst the challenges of division and false teachings. Through our Scripture, Galatians 2:1-10, we witness the powerful endorsement Paul received from the church...

Send us Fan Mail Sermon: The Unity of the Gospel Scripture: Galatians 2:1-10 Series: Galatians  Teacher: Rev. Paul Lawler In this sermon, Rev. Paul Lawler uncovers the struggle faced by the early Church and its relevance in today's world. He unravels the dilemma confronting the churches of Galatia – the notion of needing Jesus plus something else for justification. This creates dangerous impl...

Send us Fan Mail In this staff interview, we sit down with Josh Landen, the new Pastor of Men's Ministry at Christ Methodist Church. Josh shares his journey from growing up in a small town in Northwest Georgia to his calling into ministry despite his initial resistance. Josh discusses his background in education, his transition to pastoral work, and the profound impact of his family on his sp...

Send us Fan Mail Sermon: The Gospel of Grace (Galatians pt. 2) Series: Galatians Scripture: Galatians 1:11-24 Teacher: Bro. Chris Carter How does the Gospel liberate us from self-condemnation? How does it invite us into the radiant embrace of God's unmerited favor? Drawing parallels from Paul's journey of conversion, we witness the radical shift from persecutor to proclaimer, from pride...

Send us Fan Mail Sermon: The Gospel of Grace (Galatians pt. 2) Series: Galatians Scripture: Galatians 1:11-24 Teacher: Rev. Paul Lawler What does a life lived under God’s Gospel of Grace look like?  God's grace extends even to the most unlikely of individuals. From the Apostle Paul's history as a persecutor of Christians to his radical conversion, we witness the profound impact of God&ap...

Send us Fan Mail Sermon: Am I Grounded Enough? (Galatians pt. 1) Scripture: Galatians 1:1-9 Series: Galatians Teacher: Rev. Paul Lawler In the inaugural sermon in our Galatians series, Bro. Chris Carter explores Galatians 1:1-9 and delves into the crucial theme of grounding ourselves in the Gospel. We uncover the importance of standing firm in the face of adversity. Listeners are prompted to refle...

Send us Fan Mail Sermon: Am I Grounded Enough? (Galatians pt. 1) Scripture: Galatians 1:1-9 Series: Galatians Teacher: Rev. Paul Lawler The specific problem addressed in this passage is the insidious influence of false teachers who were distorting the true essence of the Gospel. They were misleading Gentile Christian converts into believing that adherence to Jewish customs and laws was necessary f...

Send us Fan Mail In this special introductory conversation, Lead Pastor Paul Lawler and Discipleship Pastor Grant Caldwell explore the Book of Galatians to lay the groundwork for our upcoming summer sermon series. They explore the historical context, key themes, and transformative power of Paul’s letter to the Galatians and how this ancient letter speaks to modern-day believers.   We hope this con...

Send us Fan Mail Sermon: The Infilling of the Holy Spirit Scripture: Acts 2:1-13 Teacher: Bro. Chris Carter How does the Holy Spirit turn empty vessels into overflowing sources of God's grace, strength, and joy? Have you considered that your feelings of emptiness are a gift that drives you to seek God's fullness? As we navigate our spiritual journeys, this sermon encourages us to embrace...

Send us Fan Mail Sermon: The Infilling of the Holy Spirit  Scripture: Acts 2:1-13 Teacher: Rev. Paul Lawler It's time to reevaluate our spiritual posture. What is your spiritual state's current status? Are we content with a lukewarm faith, or are we hungry for the fullness of God's Spirit? The Spirit-filled life is not just a suggestion—it's a command and a blessing to be embra...

Send us Fan Mail Sermon: The Gift of Deliverance Scripture:  2 Corinthians 1:8-11  Teacher: Bro. Chris Carter Bro. Chris Carter unravels the essence of deliverance as God's divine intervention, His grace, and transforming power at work in our lives. Drawing parallels to the Israelites' exodus from Egypt, we highlight God's promise of liberation from every form of bondage and oppress...

Send us Fan Mail Sermon: The Deliverance of Jesus  Scripture:  2 Corinthians 1:8-11  Teacher: Paul Lawler  Drawing parallels from the biblical narrative of God's people journeying through the desert, Pastor Paul Lawler reflects on how our own desert experiences reveal the true condition of our hearts and character. Listeners are guided through the desert seasons of key biblical figures like J...