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Send us Fan Mail Sermon: The Laborers in the Vineyard Series: The Parables of Jesus Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16 Teacher: Nathan Cook In this sermon, Nathan Cook, Christ Methodist missions pastor, explores the parable from the gospel of Matthew, shedding light on the Kingdom of Heaven and the nature of God's generosity. He invites listeners to examine their own perspectives on labor, entitlemen...

Send us Fan Mail Sermon: The Laborers in the Vineyard Series: The Parables of Jesus Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16 Teacher: Rev. Paul Lawler In the Parables of Jesus series finale, Pastor Paul Lawler exposes four key revelations embedded in this parable: The Dark Side of Our Echo Chambers : He explores how our preconceived notions of fairness can blind us to the grace of God, leading us to rebel again...

Send us Fan Mail Sermon: The Pharisee and Publican  Scripture: Luke 18:9-14 Series: The Parables of Jesus Teacher: Rev. Ken Stewart There are two common deceptions that ensnare us in our spiritual journeys:  Deception through comparison  Deception through self-righteousness Drawing from the Pharisee's prayer, Pastor Ken explains the dangers of comparing ourselves with others and relying on ou...

Send us Fan Mail Sermon: The Pharisee and Publican  Scripture: Luke 18:9-14 Series: The Parables of Jesus Teacher: Rev. Paul Lawler There are two common deceptions that ensnare us in our spiritual journeys:  Deception through comparison  Deception through self-righteousness Drawing from the Pharisee's prayer, Pastor Paul explains the dangers of comparing ourselves with others and relying on o...

Send us Fan Mail Sermon: The Parable of the Pharisee and the Publican Scripture: Luke 18:9-14 Series: The Parables of Jesus Teacher: Brad Bogue Drawing parallels with unexpected plot twists in stories like Star Wars , Family Ministry Director Brad Bogue delves into the characters of the Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector , contrasting their prayers and revealing profound truths about se...

Send us Fan Mail Sermon: The Risen Lord & the World-Wide Mission of the Church Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20 Teacher: Dr. Timothy Tennent, Asbury Seminary President Dive into the deeper layers of the Great Commission with this enlightening podcast episode. From the historical context in Matthew's Gospel to the central command to "make disciples of all nations," explore how Jesus&a...

Send us Fan Mail Sermon: The Parable of the Unjust Judge Series: The Parables of Jesus Scripture: Luke 18:1-8 Teacher: Grant Caldwell In this sermon, Pastor Grant Caldwell explores the Parable of the Persistent Widow from Luke 18, focusing on Jesus' encouragement to pray without losing heart. Pastor Caldwell emphasizes three key aspects: praying motivated by God's character, praying for...

Send us Fan Mail Sermon: The Parable of the Unjust Judge Scripture: Luke 18:1-8 Series: The Parables of Jesus Teacher: Rev. Paul Lawler In Jesus' day, the courtroom was not a grand building but a movable tent, and widows like the protagonist of this parable faced significant obstacles in seeking justice. Pastor Lawler highlights the stark contrast between the unjust judge's indifference...

Send us Fan Mail Sermon: The Parable of the Unprofitable Servant Series: The Parables of Jesus Scripture: Luke 17:1-10 Teacher: William Merriman In this sermon, Director of Student Ministries William Merriman delves into the challenging teachings of Jesus, exploring the common thread of humility that underlies them. Through an examination of Luke 17:1-10, Merriman addresses the weighty responsibil...

Send us Fan Mail Sermon: The Unprofitable Servant Series: The Parables of Jesus Scripture: Luke 17:1-10 Teacher: Rev. Paul Lawler What is the transformative power of humility in our lives?  Drawing from the context of Jesus' interactions with both the Pharisees and his disciples, Pastor Paul unpacks the importance of sensitivity and responsiveness to God coupled with deference for others. Thr...

Send us Fan Mail Sermon: What Moves You Series: Easter Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15 Teacher: Pastor Nathan Cook HOME | PLAN YOUR VISIT | BLOG | DIGITAL BULLETIN

Send us Fan Mail Sermon: What Does the Resurrection of Jesus Have to Do with Me?  Series: Easter Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15 (Selected Passages)  Teacher: Rev. Paul Lawler "What does the resurrection have to do with you?"  What if Jesus's resurrection holds the key to unlocking the deepest mysteries of existence? In his Easter Sunday sermon, Rev. Paul Lawler invites you to ponder th...

Send us Fan Mail Sermon: If the Stones Cry Out Series: The Parables of Jesus Scripture: Luke 19:33-40 Teacher: Rev. Jacky Gatliff Through Luke 19:28-40, Rev. Jacky Gatliff explores the meaning behind this iconic moment, examining why Jesus chose to ride a humble donkey and the significance of the crowds' reactions. We're invited to reconsider our understanding of Jesus as King and challe...

Send us Fan Mail Sermon: If the Rocks Cry Out? Series: The Parables of Jesus Scripture: Luke 19:28-40 Teacher: Rev. Paul Lawler What does it mean to experience true worship? In this sermon, Pastor Paul Lawler examines the significance of worship through the lens of Jesus' triumphant entry into Jerusalem for what's been come to known as Palm Sunday.  As Jesus embarks on his journey toward...

Send us Fan Mail Sermon: Is God Fair?  Series: The Parables of Jesus Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16 Teacher: Rev. Ken Stewart Throughout life, we often grapple with the concept of fairness, especially when faced with situations that challenge our understanding of justice. From childhood to adulthood, the idea of receiving what we deserve based on our actions is deeply ingrained within us. Yet, as we n...

Send us Fan Mail Sermon: The Rich Man and Lazarus Series: The Parables of Jesus Scripture: Luke 16:19-31 Teacher: Rev. Paul Lawler Drawing from Luke 16:19-31, Paul Lawler walks through the contrasts presented in the story: between the rich man and Lazarus, between life and death, and between the Pharisees' conventional thinking and Jesus' radical teachings. The Pharisees misplaced their...

Send us Fan Mail Sermon: The Unjust Steward Scripture: Luke 16:1-13 Series: The Parables of Jesus Teacher: Pastor Grant Caldwell How much more should we, as disciples of Jesus, live shrewdly and wisely for the eternal kingdom? In this sermon, Pastor Grant digs into the parable of the dishonest manager from Luke 16:1-13. The parable tells of a manager who, faced with impending unemployment, cleverl...

Send us Fan Mail Sermon: The Unjust Steward Scripture: Luke 16:1-13 Series: The Parables of Jesus Teacher: Rev. Paul Lawler Through vivid storytelling, Pastor Paul Lawler illustrates the plight of the unjust steward who faces a sudden crisis when confronted by his master about his mismanagement. As the steward navigates the challenge, he resorts to cunning tactics to secure his future, prompting r...

Send us Fan Mail For many, a first job is a typical teenage experience. However, for someone from an underserved neighborhood, a first job may be an enormous uphill battle in their adult life. In this interview, we speak with representatives of the PATH Company and Binghamton Development Corp. (BDC) Hub, where workforce development meets community empowerment.  They discuss the transformative powe...

Send us Fan Mail Sermon: The Best Yet Series: The Parables of Jesus Teacher: Brad Bogue Scripture: Luke 14:25-35 In Luke 14, Jesus presents two parables that challenge us to count the costs of discipleship. Pastor Brad leads us to understand the difference between free grace and cheap grace. While God's grace is freely given, it demands our wholehearted commitment and sacrifice. Thus identify...

Send us Fan Mail Sermon: Counting the Cost Series: The Parables of Jesus Teacher: Rev. Jacky Gatliff Scripture: Luke 14:25-35 In this sermon, Rev. Jacky Gatliff guides us through the challenging words of Jesus, exploring the true cost of discipleship. She unpacks the radical call to wholehearted commitment to Christ, emphasizing that discipleship demands nothing less than our entire lives. Drawing...

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast interview, Dave Lanthier discusses his role in leading the Career Transition Class (Tuesdays, 9 AM, Lamppost) at Christ Methodist Church. With more than 20 years of experience in human resources, Dave shares insights into his journey, including a pivotal moment when he felt called by the Holy Spirit to start the career support meeting. He describes how the class pr...

Send us Fan Mail Sermon: The Parable of the Lost Sheep and the Lost Coin  Series: The Parables of Jesus Teacher: William Merriman Scripture:  Luke 15:1-10  In this powerful sermon by  Student Ministry Director William Merriman, we explore The Parables of the Lost Sheep and the Lost Coin, uncovering profound truths about God's heart for those who wander away. As William navigates through these...

Send us Fan Mail Sermon: The Parable of the Lost Sheep and the Lost Coin  Series: The Parables of Jesus Teacher: Paul Lawler  Scripture:  Luke 15:1-10  In a congregation composed of tax collectors, sinners, and Pharisees, Jesus delivers a message that resonates with the depths of human experience. He speaks of those considered "lost" by societal standards, emphasizing the distinction bet...

Send us Fan Mail On February 4, we hosted a pair of missionaries from North Africa to share how they are reaching the Fulani people following our special focus on the people group in 2022. These pastors are critical partners in our push to engage unreached people groups with the Gospel, and you can hear the entire message now! In this audio file you may hear clipping in the audio. This is due to t...