Christ Presbyterian Church

On Easter, Petey preaches about the victory of the cross. Through His death on the cross, Jesus not only took on the punishment for our sins but also defeated the powers of death, evil, and oppression in our world.

The road to the Cross requires us to take up palm branches to welcome King Jesus and then take up our crosses to follow Him.

This sermon is about how Jesus calls us to serve and sacrifice for others in the way of the cross. The cross is both the power and the path for a meaningful life of responding to the grace of God.

Pastor Emily Hamilton preaches how the cross of Christ frees us from the dominion of sin and frees us for the newness of life. 

This sermon is about how the justice of the cross, and how it serves as both our admission into the family of God and our marching orders to do justice, love mercy, and walk humbly.

This sermon is about the ugliness of the cross and how a ruthless symbol of Roman execution became a universal symbol of God’s love.

For Christians, our greatest hope comes from the greatest defeat, Jesus the Son of God being handed over to death on a cross – a message which the Apostle Paul describes as “foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God” (1 Cor. 1:18). Christ’s work on the cross stands as an invitation to all those who follow him to take the risk of looking like “fool...

In this episode of Pastor's Cut , host Melissa talks with Pastor Petey Crowder about his sermon on the Parable of the Great Banquet from Luke 14. Petey discusses how the parable highlights people's misplaced priorities, showing that those who reject God's invitation will miss out on the blessings of His kingdom. He emphasizes the need for believers to fully commit to their faith, fo...

In the final sermon for our series Kingdom Parables, Petey discusses the Parable of The Great Banquet. He reminds us that the kingdom of God isn't about what we bring, but our presence is required. 

In this episode of Pastor's Cut , host Melissa talks with Pastor Petey Crowder about his sermon on the Parable of the Good Samaritan from Luke 10. Petey emphasizes that we should see ourselves as the person in the ditch needing help rather than the Samaritan. He highlights the powerful message of the love of God and neighbor being intertwined.

This week's sermon is about the parable of the Good Samaritan. Petey preaches that when we know God has rescued us and offered us hope, we will respond with action toward those who need rescue and hope.

In this episode of Pastor's Cut , host Melissa talks with Pastor Emily Hamilton about her sermon on the Parable of the Rich Fool from Luke 12. Emily encourages the congregation to embrace spiritual disciplines as a way to have freedom and joy, rather than burdens. Her hope is that people will be challenged to live more generously, trust God's provision, and integrate these practices into...

Pastor Emily Hamilton preaches on the Parable of the Rich Fool. In this parable, Jesus challenges us that greed and an abundance of possessions do not equal true life.

In this episode of Pastor's Cut , host Melissa talks with Pastor Petey Crowder about his sermon on the Parable of the Prodigal Son  from Luke 15. Petey discusses its multiple layers, including the grace shown to both the lost younger son and the resentful older brother, while emphasizing the importance of celebrating lost things being found in God's kingdom.

In this sermon, Petey talks about how God loves lost things—and we are all lost things! We are invited to celebrate and rejoice anytime lost things are found.

In this episode of Pastor's Cut , host Melissa talks with Pastor Jonathan Hicks about his sermon on the Parable of the Two Sons from Matthew 21. They discuss the difference between faith that’s merely spoken and faith that leads to action, encouraging listeners to reflect on how they live out their beliefs. Jonathan also explores how the parable challenges both religious insiders and outsider...

Jonathan Hicks preaches about the Parable of the Two Sons. This Parable reveals that God’s kingdom welcomes those who admit their need for grace over those who think they’ve earned their place.

In this episode of Pastor's Cut , Petey discusses the inspiration behind the Kingdom Parables sermon series, focusing on how parables like the Mustard Seed challenge us to rethink our lives and God's kingdom. Small acts of faith, though seemingly insignificant, can grow into something powerful when rooted in God's timing and grace.

The parable of the mustard seed illustrates the power of small, seemingly insignificant actions in God's kingdom. Just as a tiny seed can grow into a large tree, small acts of faith, like prayer, service, and everyday choices, can lead to significant impact in God's kingdom. God uses the small and humble to accomplish great things, so be patient and trust that even the little things in l...

The church is uniquely positioned to develop spiritual companionships because we have committed to being a part of the one family of God, to following Jesus together, and to allowing the Holy Spirit's work to break down divisions for the sake of our unity.

Petey preaches a sermon on how you were made for others. Friendship with others can help you remember what Christ has done for you, and it makes a difference in your everyday life.

Lawyer, speaker, and author of the book we gave our congregation on Christmas Eve, Made For People, Justin Whitmel Earley, speaks. 

Jesus forecasts the reconciliation of all things, including our eternal relationship with him, through the image of a heavenly home that he is going to prepare for all those who put their trust in him. Jesus equips us for the journey through the peace that he offers, which stands in contrast to the fear and anxiety that so often accompany those who live in this broken world.

This Christmas, Petey talks about how God is with us in the in-between moments of our lives to point us towards his hope and healing.

We tend to underestimate our need for Jesus to rescue us and, in doing so, miss out on the fullness of the gospel. Jesus is pursuing us with his love and grace, meeting us in our weakest place.