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Send us Fan Mail With a passionate heart, Jesus overturned tables and challenged the status quo, revealing His righteous anger against the barriers that kept the nations from truly worshiping God. Director of Student Ministry William Merriman emphasizes that the Temple was meant to be a house of prayer for all peoples, a sanctuary for everyone seeking God. We're challenged to ask ourselves: W...

Send us Fan Mail Using Mark 11:15-19, Pastor Paul dives into the significance of Jesus cleansing the Temple, a bold act that He performed twice during His ministry. This act wasn’t just about a physical space; it was a profound statement against the indifference that had crept into the hearts of God’s people, blocking access for the nations to come and worship. Paul explores how Jesus’ righteous a...

Send us Fan Mail Sermon: How Do We Do Missions Like Jesus? Scripture: John 17:13-19 Series: Core: Mission, Vision & Values Teacher: Grant Caldwell “How do we do missions like Jesus?”  Discipleship pastor Grant Caldwell unpacks this question through the lens of John 17, focusing on Jesus’ final prayer for His disciples and its implications for our mission today. Discover how Jesus defines missi...

Send us Fan Mail Sermon:Surrendering Doubts, Fears, and Comforts to Fulfill God’s Mission Scripture: Numbers 13:27-14:1 Series: Core: Mission, Vision & Values Teacher: Nathan Cook Missions Pastor Are we living by fear or faith? This sermon delves into the story of the Israelite spies in Numbers 13-14, challenging us to confront our hesitations in following God's call.  The recurring phras...

Send us Fan Mail In this sermon, guest teacher Will Watson (The Traveling Team) explores God's global mission and humanity's vital role within it. He urges listeners to shift from a self-centered mindset to a missional perspective and emphasizes our sacred duty to spread the gospel. Highlighting Genesis 12:1-3, Will showcases God's promise to bless all nations through Abram and trac...

Send us Fan Mail Todd Arend emphasizes the church's role in global evangelism, referencing Genesis 12. He urges believers to overcome self-centeredness and engage actively in mission work, envisioning diverse worship in heaven. ------- In this sermon, Todd Ahrend, founder of The Traveling Team, discusses the significance of mission mobilization and the church's role in global evangelism....

Send us Fan Mail Sermon: Called to Surrender: Embracing God's Mission to All People Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-10 Series: Christ Church Memphis Mission Statement Series  Teacher: Nathan Cook, Missions Pastor   In this sermon, Missions Pastor Nathan Cook explores Isaiah's awe-inspiring vision of God's holiness and his call to proclaim His message to resistant people. Through this profound...

Send us Fan Mail Sermon: Called to Surrender: Embracing God's Mission to All People Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-10 Series: Christ Church Memphis Mission Statement Series  Teacher: Rev. Paul Lawler More than two billion people have never heard the Gospel. In this sermon, Pastor Paul challenged us with a powerful message from Isaiah 6 about God's heart for all nations. He reminded us that as fol...

Send us Fan Mail Sermon: How Do I Respond to Jesus’ Command to Make Disciples? Series: Christ Church Memphis Mission Statement Series  Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20 NIV Teacher: Bro. Chris Carter In Bro. Chris Carter's final sermon at Christ Methodist explores what living out the Great Commission truly means. Drawing from Matthew 28:16-20, Bro. Chris reflects on the journey of obedience and loy...

Send us Fan Mail Sermon: How Do I Respond to Jesus’ Command to "Make Disciples"? Series: Christ Church Memphis Mission Statement Series  Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20 NIV Teacher: Rev. Paul Lawler In  Part 5 of our Christ Church Mission Statement Series, Pastor Paul Lawler challenges us to examine our personal response to Jesus' Great Commission. The universal call to discipleship isn...

Send us Fan Mail Sermon: What is a Disciple of Jesus Christ?  Series: Christ Church Memphis Mission Statement Series  Scripture: Luke 9:23-37  Teacher: Josh Landen Does Jesus want us to be fans or disciples? True discipleship involves more than just learning about Jesus; it requires embodying His love and teachings daily. Drawing from John 8 and the Last Supper discourse, men's ministry pasto...

Send us Fan Mail Sermon: What is a Disciple of Jesus Christ?  Series: Christ Church Memphis Mission Statement Series  Scripture: Luke 9:23-37  Teacher: Rev. Paul Lawler We all can likely draw a Sunday school answer to what it means to be a disciple of Jesus, but what does Scripture say?  In this sermon, Pastor Paul explores what it means to follow Jesus beyond a superficial understanding. He chall...

Send us Fan Mail Sermon: Discipleship, God’s Glory, and Our Future Scripture: 2 Chronicles 34:1-19  Series: Christ Methodist Church Mission Statement Series  Teacher: Rev. Paul Lawler In 2 Chronicles 34:1-19, Josiah, a young king who inherited a kingdom steeped in idolatry and corruption, demonstrates how a committed heart and rediscovery of God’s Word can lead to profound transformation. We explo...

Send us Fan Mail In his final Christ Methodist interview, Bro. Chris Carter reflects on his transition from our church, sharing the challenges and joys of embracing change. He discusses the spiritual perspective on change, the importance of discernment, and the role of community in his journey. Chris expresses deep gratitude for the relationships formed and encourages the congregation to find joy...

Send us Fan Mail Sermon: The Glory of God in the Life of the Believer  Scripture: John 17:20-26  Series: Christ Church Mission Statement Series Teacher: Nathan Cook, Missions Pastor How do we understand the concept of God's glory and our role in manifesting it? John 17:20-26 reveals Jesus' prayer for unity among believers and the sharing of His glory with us. We learn that God's glo...

Send us Fan Mail Sermon: The Glory of God in the Life of the Believer  Scripture: John 17:20-26  Series: Christ Church Mission Statement Series Teacher: Rev. Paul Lawler  What is our purpose? It's a question as old as time. Yet, for believers, the profound truth is that our ultimate purpose is to glorify God in all aspects of our lives. It cannot be understated the impact of understanding our...

Send us Fan Mail Sermon: The In-Exhaustive Radiance of the Glory of God Series: Christ Church Mission Statement Series Scripture: Hebrews 1:1-9 Teacher: Josh Landen In this sermon, Josh Landen explores the profound concept of God's glory and how it's revealed to us through Jesus Christ. Based upon Hebrews 1:1-9 as a foundation, he emphasizes Christ's supremacy and divine nature. We&...

Send us Fan Mail Sermon: The In-Exhaustive Radiance of the Glory of God Series: Christ Church Mission Statement Series Scripture: Hebrews 1:1-9 Teacher: Rev. Paul Lawler In this sermon, Rev. Paul Lawler explores the profound concept of God's glory and its significance in our lives. Using Hebrews 1:3 as a foundation, he reminds us that Jesus is 'the radiance of God's glory and the ex...

Send us Fan Mail Sermon : Our Shared Life Together Scripture : Galatians 6:1-10 Series : Galatians Teacher : Bro. Chris Carter What does it mean to live a life in a true Christian community? Using the metaphor of bumper cars, Bro. Chris Carter contrasts superficial interactions with the deep, interwoven existence we are called to as believers. He examines the Greek term koinonia , which encompasse...

Send us Fan Mail Sermon : A New Dimension of the Power of Love Scripture : Galatians 6:1-10 Series : Galatians Teacher : Rev. Paul Lawler In the final chapter of Galatians, the Apostle Paul reveals that a truly spiritual church is defined not just by signs and wonders but by how believers live out their faith within a biblical community. The passage emphasizes the responsibility of Spirit-filled b...

Send us Fan Mail Sermon: Walking in the Spirit Scripture: Galatians 16-26 Series: Galatians Teacher: Bro. Chris Carter In this sermon, Bro. Chris Carter explores what it means to "Walk in the Spirit." The Apostle Paul highlights the vital role of the Holy Spirit in our daily lives, emphasizing that the Spirit is not just a passive presence but the dynamic force behind our freedom in Chri...

Send us Fan Mail Sermon: Walking in the Spirit Scripture: Galatians 16-26 Series: Galatians Teacher: Josh Landen, Men's Ministry What is the importance of walking by the Spirit to avoid gratifying the desires of the flesh? Men's Pastor Josh Landen explores the contrasts between the works of the flesh, such as immorality and strife, and the fruit of the Spirit, which includes love, joy, a...

Send us Fan Mail What is the intersection of family, discipleship, and mission ministries? To achieve holistic ministry, the church must embrace a unified vision where nurturing the next generation, equipping parents, and engaging in mission work are seen as interconnected and essential. This approach emphasizes the communal responsibility for spiritual growth and highlights the transformative pow...

Send us Fan Mail Sermon: Guarding the Gift of Grace Scripture: Galatians 5:1-15 Series: Galatians Teacher: Bro. Chris Carter Bro. Chris Carter explores how true biblical freedom is not about doing whatever we please but pursuing a transformative relationship with God without restraint. Worldly freedom often leads to personal and community destruction, while biblical freedom enables us to pursue Go...

Send us Fan Mail Sermon: Guarding the Gift of Grace Scripture: Galatians 5:1-15 Series: Galatians Teacher: Nathan Cook, Missions Director In this sermon, Mission Pastor Nathan Cook steps in to share about preparation, faith, and the true freedom found in Christ. As we journey through Galatians 5, Pastor Nathan reflects on a vivid image of a rake tilling the soil, symbolizing God's work in pre...