The Great Inversion | Pastor Paul
Christ Church Memphis
English - January 22, 2024 11:00 - 37 minutes - 25.6 MB - ★★★★★ - 13 ratingsChristianity Religion & Spirituality Spirituality memphis christ church memphis shane stanford chris carter maxie dunnam we believe in memphis christ church wesleyan Homepage Download Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Castro Pocket Casts RSS feed
Sermon: The Great Inversion
Scripture: Matthew 13:45-46 (ESV)
Teacher: Pastor Paul Lawler
Drawing inspiration from Matthew 13 and the Parable of the Pearl of Great Price, Pastor Paul Lawler delves into the profound changes happening within the church landscape.
He discusses the value of pursuing God's kingdom and how embracing sacrifice can cultivate something precious, much like a pearl. He explores the real-life example of a local church's transition to a new denomination, highlighting the potential for a preferred future despite initial challenges.
He examines trends in Christian denominations, pointing out that while some mainline denominations are declining, others are thriving. His main focus is on "The Great Inversion" in Methodism and Western Christianity. Pastor Paul discusses the need for this shift and its significance, drawing from data and examples.
We explore four key inversions:
1. Moving from United Methodism to Global Methodism, emphasizing a return to Gospel-centered values.
2. Transitioning from "Developing Leaders" to "Developing Disciples" and the importance of discipleship.
3. Shifting from "Merely Teaching" to "Actively Training," highlighting the value of practical equipping.
4. Encouraging the transition from "Come and See" to "Go and Tell," emphasizing the need for authentic Gospel sharing.