Christ Methodist Church Memphis

Send us Fan Mail Series:  Above & Beyond Part 2:  Giving First Fruits to God Sermon by: Rev. Paul Lawler In this sermon, which is part of a Stewardship Series, Pastor Paul Lawler discusses the importance of giving first fruits to God. He emphasizes that handling money is a test from God and reflects our priorities, loyalties, and affections. The sermon identifies three patterns of life-giving...

Send us Fan Mail Series:  Above & Beyond Part I:  What God Can Do with All I Have?  Sermon by: Bro. Chris Carter Scripture:  John 6:1-14 In the inaugural sermon of our "Above and Beyond" series, Bro. Chris Carter delves into the profound message behind the miraculous feeding of the 5,000 from the book of John, chapter 6. While the story is familiar, Bro. Chris challenges us to see be...

Send us Fan Mail Series:  Above & Beyond Part I:  What God Can Do with All I Have?  Sermon by: Rev. Paul Lawler Scripture:  John 6:1-14 In the inaugural sermon of our "Above and Beyond" series, Pastor Paul Lawler delves into the profound message behind the miraculous feeding of the 5,000 from the book of John, chapter 6. While the story is familiar, Pastor Lawler challenges us to see...

Send us Fan Mail Series:  The Parables of Jesus Part 6:  The Prodigal Son Sermon by: Bro. Chris Carter Scripture:  Luke 15:11-32 Bro. Chris Carter journeys through the powerful and familiar Parable of the Prodigal Son . This parable isn't just about a wayward son; it's a profound story about God the Father, His forgiveness, and His boundless joy. In this sermon, he explores how this para...

Send us Fan Mail Series:  The Parables of Jesus Part 6:  The Prodigal Son Sermon by: Rev. Paul Lawler Scripture:  Luke 15:11-32 Pastor Paul Lawler journeys through the powerful and familiar Parable of the Prodigal Son . This parable isn't just about a wayward son; it's a profound story about God the Father, His forgiveness, and His boundless joy. In this sermon, he explores how this para...

Send us Fan Mail Series:  The Parables of Jesus Part 5:  The Good Samaritan Sermon by: Nathan Cook (Missions Dir.) Scripture:  Luke 10:25-37 In the fifth installment of "The Parables of Jesus" series, Pastor Paul Lawler delves into a profound question: "What must I do to inherit eternal life?" This question, though somewhat uncomfortable, is essential for all of us to contempla...

Send us Fan Mail Series:  The Parables of Jesus Part 5:  The Good Samaritan Sermon by: Rev. Paul Lawler Scripture:  Luke 10:25-37 In the fifth installment of "The Parables of Jesus" series, Pastor Paul Lawler delves into a profound question: "What must I do to inherit eternal life?" This question, though somewhat uncomfortable, is essential for all of us to contemplate, especia...

Send us Fan Mail Series:  The Parables of Jesus Part 4:  The Mustard Seed Sermon by: Rev. Paul Lawler Scripture:  Mark 4:30-32 ( Also found in Matthew 13:31, 32 ) HOME | PLAN YOUR VISIT | BLOG | DIGITAL BULLETIN

Send us Fan Mail Series:  The Parables of Jesus Part 4:  The Mustard Seed Sermon by: Rev. Paul Lawler Scripture:  Mark 4:30-32 ( Also found in Matthew 13:31, 32 ) In the fourth installment of our "Parables of Jesus" series, Pastor Paul Lawler focuses on The Parable of the Mustard Seed . The seed symbolizes God's Word, and the condition of one's heart determines their spiritual...

Send us Fan Mail Explore the intricate relationship between wrath, love, and God's attributes. This blog explores why God's wrath isn't a contradiction to His love but rather a response that upholds justice and heals brokenness. Wesley, Wrath, & The Revival That Changed A Nation by Rev. Paul Lawler HOME | PLAN YOUR VISIT | BLOG | DIGITAL BULLETIN

Send us Fan Mail Series:  The Parables of Jesus Part 3:  The Four Seasons of Growing as a Christ-Follower Sermon by: Rev. Paul Lawler Scripture:  Mark 4:26-29 In part three of "The Parables of Jesus" series, Rev. Paul Lawler delves into the spiritual journey of growth as a Christ-follower through the lens of Mark 4:26-29. Discover the four seasons of spiritual growth, from sowing the see...

Send us Fan Mail As we prepare for the fall 2023 semester of Wednesday Night Discipleship, Pastor Paul addresses this semester’s theme: Prayer. Using the Lord’s Prayer, he explores the instructions Jesus gave us for praying.  HOME | PLAN YOUR VISIT | BLOG | DIGITAL BULLETIN

Send us Fan Mail Get to know the Christ Church staff and ministry leaders!  In this interview, with chat with Brian Maness, Director of Athletics Ministry. He shares about his upbringing involved in sports and how he suspects God was always moving him into a role like this. He also shares the importance of using sports to teach children teamwork, hard work, and encouragement.  HOME | PLAN YOUR VIS...

Send us Fan Mail Series:  The Parables of Jesus Part 2: The Conditions of the Heart Sermon by: Grant Caldwell Scripture:  Luke 7:36-50 HOME | PLAN YOUR VISIT | BLOG | DIGITAL BULLETIN

Send us Fan Mail Series:  The Parables of Jesus Part 2: The Conditions of the Heart Sermon by: Rev. Paul Lawler Scripture:  Luke 7:36-50 In this sermon, Pastor Paul Lawler explores the message of Matthew 13:18-23. Drawing from Jesus' parable of the sower and the four types of soil, the sermon examines the conditions of the heart. The difference in outcomes isn't due to the quality of God...

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast episode, Christ Church Discipleship Pastor Grant Caldwell explains parables. Often used by Jesus to present a greater truth, these literary tools can contain double meanings and unclear points. However, Grant emphasizes the importance of understanding genre and context to interpret parables effectively. He addresses why Jesus taught in parables and how they serve t...

Send us Fan Mail Series:  The Parables of Jesus Part 1: The Two Debtors Sermon by: Rev. Paul Lawler Scripture:  Luke 7:36-50 In this sermon, Pastor Paul Lawler delves into the parable found in Luke 7:36-50. He explores the story of a woman whose past was marked by sin and a Pharisee named Simon, who both encounter Jesus at dinner. We explore the stark contrasts between the two characters: the woma...

Send us Fan Mail Series:  The Parables of Jesus Part 1: The Two Debtors Sermon by: Bro. Chris Carter Scripture:  Luke 7:36-50 Bro. Chris Carter's sermon contrasts two characters: Simon the Pharisee, marked by pride and judgment, and an unnamed 'sinful woman,' whose actions show humility, love, and gratitude. Through this parable, we learn about qualities that define a true house of...

Send us Fan Mail Get to know the Christ Church staff and ministry leaders!  In this interview, we chat with Laura Greenwell, Director of Women's Ministry. Laura never considered ministry in her future; however, through a series of miscarriages, adoptions, foster placements, and developed love for the community, she found herself in the unique position of caring for these groups at Christ Chur...

Send us Fan Mail Series:  Why the Fear of the Lord Matters Part 6:  The Blessings of the Fear of the Lord Sermon by: Bro. Chris Carter Scripture:  Acts 9:31 Drawing from Acts 9:31, this sermon unpacks the transformative impact of this often-overlooked discipline on our lives and spiritual journey. The early church, despite limited resources and facing challenges, made an exponential impact on the...

Send us Fan Mail Series:  Why the Fear of the Lord Matters Part 6:  The Blessings of the Fear of the Lord Sermon by: Rev. Paul Lawler Scripture:  Acts 9:31 Join us as we delve into the final part of "Why the Fear of the Lord Matters." In the finale, Pastor Lawler explores the profound blessings that stem from embracing the Fear of the Lord. Contrary to a common misconception, the Fear of...

Send us Fan Mail Get to know the Christ Church staff and ministry leaders!  In this interview, we chat with Ashley Parks, Director of Special Needs Ministry. For Ashley, special needs ministry was never the goal, but after stumbling into a nonprofit position, she quickly fell in love with the community. For more than 15 years at Christ Church, she has cultivated a loving and supportive community f...

Send us Fan Mail Series:  Why the Fear of the Lord Matters Part 5:  Friendship with God and The Fear of the Lord  Sermon by: Bro. Chris Carter Scripture:  Psalm 25:12-15;  John 15:9-15 What does it look like to be a friend of Jesus? In this blog, learn how to embrace the intimate friendship that God desires with you. We explore four invitations that lead to a closer relationship with God. Uncover...

Send us Fan Mail Series:  Why the Fear of the Lord Matters Part 5:  Friendship with God and The Fear of the Lord  Sermon by: Rev. Paul Lawler Scripture:  Psalm 25:12-15 In this message, Pastor Lawler highlights the context of David's distress and trouble, potentially caused by his son Absalom's rebellion. This Psalm, written during a time of need, serves as a poignant reminder of how adv...

Send us Fan Mail Series:  Why the Fear of the Lord Matters Part 4:  Holy Presence and the Fear of the Lord Sermon by: Bro. Chris Carter Scripture:  2 Samuel 6:14-23 What does it look like for our hearts to be awakened to God’s presence? As King David returns the Ark to Jerusalem, he dances in carefree awe before the Lord. How can we move our hearts to expression like David? This blog explores the...