Christian Center Church Podcast

Prayer is essential to the Christian life. Without it, it is impossible to lead a life of faith, and without faith, it is impossible to please God. The book of Acts gives us insight into the prayer life of the early church, and we can see the miraculous results that stemmed from that life of prayer. Join Dr. Mark Lantz as he dives back into the book of Acts and what it has to say about prayer in P...

As we continue our study of the book of Daniel, we come to chapter 5. By this point in the story, King Nebuchadnezzar has died, and his descendent, King Belshazzar, has taken the throne. Belshazzar is a proud, ignorant king, and, in the face of assured destruction at the hand of the Medes and Persians, throws a lavish party. In this middle of this party, the very hand of God comes down and writes...

We, as humans, have a lot of dangerous tendencies. One of the most common is our tendency towards pride, one of the most destructive attitudes we can hold. Pride will degrade our relationships, instill a false sense of confidence and recklessness, and ultimately, destroy us. King Nebuchadnezzar of Babylon fell victim to this infectious sin, and even was warned by God about it. What did pride to do...

We all face tough times in life. But sometimes, those tough times pile up on us so much that it feels like they will never pass. It feels like the joy and peace we had previously are forever out of our reach. But what if that is not the case? What if, even in the midst of turmoil and chaos, there is a plan? Join Dr. Mark Lantz as he explores the mystery and miracle of the plan of God in this sermo...

We’re returning to our study of the book of Daniel with one of the most famous stories in the Bible. The three Hebrew princes, Mishael, Azariah, and Hananiah, found themselves at the epicenter of a cultural conflict that very well could have cost them their lives. By their refusal to worship any God but Jehovah, they put themselves in very real physical danger. How did they do this? By holding to...

From its beginning, the Christian church has always been at odds with the powers of the world. After Jesus’ ascension, His followers were even accused of “turning the world upside down.” But what if they were actually turning the world right side up? What if the world we know is upside down, and it is our job to reverse that through the power of the Holy Spirit? Join Pastor Lee Barlow for a discus...

As Christians, we hear the word “love” a LOT. It’s a central aspect to Christianity, mentioned all over Scripture. The Bible even goes so far as to say that God Himself is love. But for such a ubiquitous concept, do we really understand the depth of what Scripture means by “love?” Join Pastor Lee Barlow for a deep dive into this subject in this sermon entitled How Excellent.

As we continue to learn more about the Biblical model of the church, we learn how important confidence is to the life of the believer. If we are to walk the path God has laid out for us, we must have confidence that we are who He says we are, and that He will give us the power to achieve all that He has prepared for us. Join Dr. Mark Lantz as we dive once more into the book of Acts in Part 6 of 30...

We are living in prophetic times, and as believers, we must be aware of how our current times relate to what Scripture has already laid out for us. Daniel found himself in a similar situation during his captivity in Babylon; he was the sole representative of God in the king’s palace, and his closeness with God allowed him to interpret dreams that no other Babylonian wise man was able to interpret....

Last week, we talked about the reality of miracles and how important it is for the church to acknowledge the miraculous in our lives. But how do we move beyond individual miracles and learn to live in the supernatural on a day to day basis? As we examine the book of Acts, we see Christians who are immersed in a world beyond our own perception, and we see the work that God does with that immersion....

As Christians, we have an enemy. His main goal is to destroy us and keep us from the eternal life that God has planned for us. But thankfully, we are not alone. Scripture gives us principles we can use to guard our heart and soul from influences meant to mislead us. Join Pastor Lee Barlow as he teaches about the importance of guarding your heart in this sermon entitled The Guard!

We are back in the book of Acts as we continue our study of the early church! As we enter chapter 3, we see a very unusual story: the first recorded miracle performed by a member of the church after the coming of the Holy Spirit. In Jerusalem, Peter and John come upon a man who, from birth, has not been able to walk. What does their interaction with this man teach us about the role of miracles in...

Happy Independence Weekend! As we celebrate the birth of our nation, we acknowledge our place as outcasts in a strange land. As believers, we are not bound to any particular place or man-made country. However, we are representatives of a new way of life wherever we find ourselves. Join us as we look to the example of Joseph to gain wisdom on how to be faithful witnesses of God’s new way of life in...

As we continue to study the story of Daniel, we come to the point where he took his first stand against the kingdom of Babylon. Early on in their captivity, Daniel and his friends determined that they would not live in the same way as their peers, and as such, made a very odd request to their superiors. This stand teaches us the way we as Christians should stand for our own convictions in the worl...

Join us as we continue our study of the church of Acts together! As we enter a new season of ministry, we want to ensure that our church is built according to the principles of the Word of God. A lot of extra teaching has gotten mixed into the modern day church, and it’s time for us to sort through the noise to determine the type of church God intends for us to be. Join us for part 3 of 3000!

Join us for a brand-new study on the book of Daniel! Daniel and his friends were Hebrews taken into captivity in the land of Babylon. As such, they were the few witnesses to the power of Jehovah in a foreign and pagan land. What can we learn from the example of these young Hebrews that applies to our position as Christians in culture today? Join Dr. Mark Lantz for part 1 of a new series called Out...

Happy Father’s Day! We’d like to take today to honor all men in our church and the service you render to your families. Thank you for the prayer, leadership, and wisdom you have offered to your family over the years. Join Dr. Mark Lantz for a special Father’s Day message entitled Valor!

We’re continuing our study of the church of Acts by moving forward into the actual expression of the Holy Spirit through believers after the Day of Pentecost. That day was not a one-time event, but it was the beginning of a movement and expression of the Spirit that has lasted until this day. Join us as we uncover more principles the church of Acts used to operate, and how we can embrace those tod...

After Easter, we entered the season of Pentecost, a period of waiting that culminated in the coming of the Holy Spirit to fill the early church. But that wasn’t the end. In fact, Pentecost Sunday was merely the beginning of the Christian church, and it went on to become the most explosive movement in the history of the world. As we move forward past Pentecost, we’re exploring the early church and...

Confidence is a sort of secret ingredient when it comes to living your life. You can get by without it, but when you sprinkle it in, life opens itself up in a way you never could have imagined. But where does confidence come from? Are some people just naturally confident, or is it something everyone has to cultivate in their own way? Join Dr. Mark Lantz as he takes one last look at the wisdom of S...

Happy Pentecost Sunday! Join us as we celebrate the birthday of the church together. As we take a look back at the coming of the Holy Spirit, we find ourselves in one of the most intriguing stories in the Bible. The account of Pentecost Sunday is filled with oddities and intricacies that are easy to miss. Join Dr. Mark Lantz as we take a close look at the birth of the church in this sermon entitle...

Words. They’re our greatest tools, and our most powerful weapons. They can take us to heights we never could have imagined, and they can send us lower than we ever thought possible. With our words, we can create beautiful things, and we can tear down entire lives. Words have power, and Solomon had a lot to say on words. Join Dr. Mark Lantz for another dive into the wisdom of this king and what he...

Join us every Sunday at 10:30 a.m. for energetic worship and an inspiring message! Christian Center's mission statement is "empowering people to reach their God-given potential," and we hope that our services help you on your journey to achieve just that! Join Dr. Mark Lantz as we explore the birth of the early church and what their faith means to us today. Thousands of years may have passed but p...

Dreading that Monday morning feeling? You're not alone, a lot of people dread that early morning return to work. But what does the Bible have to say about our jobs? Solomon was the richest man in the world, and he had a lot to say about your 9-5. So join Dr. Mark Lantz for part 6 of Secrets of Solomon!

Join us every Sunday at 10:30 a.m. for energetic worship and an inspiring message! Christian Center's mission statement is "empowering people to reach their God-given potential," and we hope that our services help you on your journey to achieve just that! In the book of Mark, we see a woman approaching Jesus despite the judgment and critique of those around her. She knew what she needed, and she d...