Church of the Incarnation Memphis

In Colossians 3, the Apostle Paul gives a strong challenge for followers of Jesus to live holy lives in Christ. Why is this so important? And how do we go about seeing actual life change? Colossians 3:1-17

As we continue to grow deep roots in Jesus, we encounter in this week's text a grand vision of Jesus — who he is and what he has done. Colossians 1:15-23

Our first sermon in our summer Colossians series! This letter, written to a first-century church planter, has so much to teach our own young church plant hundreds of years later. Listen in as we see the Apostle Paul's heart for the church at Colossae and what it means for us today. Colossians 1-2

A single verse in Psalm 16 (verse 11) gives us a vision of the good life... life with God following him along paths of life. Listen in as we reflect on this rich verse.

In this sermon, we reflect on Psalm 63, where we see a fundamental reality of every human: we're longing creatures. We learn from this beautiful poem the only place we can direct our longings that will lead to ultimate fulfillment.

On Pentecost, we celebrate the outpouring of the Holy Spirit on the Church. This isn't just a distant event that we remember—it's the story we inhabit. Acts 2 tells about the beginning of a new era, an era in which we ourselves are a part of. Listen in as we explore all that Pentecost means for us today. Acts 2:1-21

The Ascension of Jesus is a central reality for all humanity, and it has huge implications, even on the day-to-day life of our church plant. Listen in as we reflect on this glorious mystery. Luke 24:44-53, Acts 1:1-11

While we feast and celebrate the good news of the resurrection of Jesus, we continue life in this broken world. While we celebrate victory, we face daily defeats. Listen in as we reflect on this Easter tension and find comfort and hope together. Acts 13:44-52

It's undeniable that St. Paul's teaching has changed the world. It reverberates throughout time and across cultures. Why? What is it about his message that so captures human hearts? Listen in as we reflect on one of Paul's earliest sermons. Acts 13:14-39

Listen in as we reflect on the story of Saul encountering the Risen Jesus and the good news that Jesus is still meeting people today in ways that can absolutely transform your life. Acts 9:1-20

As we continue the celebration of Easter, we look at the apostles and their new boldness in testifying to the good news of resurrection life in Jesus. Acts 5:12-29

Alleluia! Christ is risen! The resurrection of Jesus changes everything! Why? How? Listen in as we unpack Peter's sharing the good news of Jesus in Acts 10. Acts 10:34-43

On Maundy Thursday, we encounter the Last Supper, a meal that has changed the world, and it can change your life too. Luke 22:14-30

The Palm Sunday liturgy is jarring. One moment we're acclaiming Jesus as King, the next we're shouting, "Crucify him! Crucify him!" Why the dramatic and abrupt shift? What's going on in our human hearts? Listen in as we begin our Holy Week journey. (Luke 23:1-49)

As we continue in Lent, we see in today's readings competing kingdoms—the kingdoms we humans attempt to set up, and the kingdom that Jesus has come to set up. This reality of competing kingdoms raises the most important question humans can face. (Luke 13:31-35)

On The First Sunday in Lent, we consider the temptations of Jesus. Underneath these three temptations are ways that we're all tempted to reject God and construct a false self. Listen in to see how you're lured away from God and how to step into deeper life with Jesus. (Luke 4:1-13)

Ash Wednesday confronts us with the unavoidable and undeniable parts of our humanity. But there's an important invitation in the paradox of our humanity and an opportunity to draw near to God as we enter into a holy Lent. (Matthew 6:1-6, 16-21)

The Transfiguration event prepares the disciples to follow Jesus into great suffering. How does it prepare them (and us) for the suffering that will certainly come for followers of Jesus who are instructed to take up our cross daily and follow Jesus? (Luke 9:28-36)

What does it mean to participate in the ongoing mission of Jesus in the world? Listen in as we explore Scripture to discover deep purpose in our lives as followers of Jesus. (Isaiah 61:1-4, Luke 4:16-21, John 20:19-31)