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Get to Know: Courtney Merriman (Dir. Older Elementary)
Christ Church Memphis - July 13, 2023 10:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsGet to know the Christ Church staff and ministry leaders! In this interview, we chat with Courtney Merriman, Director of Older Elementary. From an early age, Courtney knew she wanted to be a teacher; however, after more than half a decade of teaching, she found herself burned out and unsure of...
Life in the Fear of the Lord
Christ Church Memphis - July 10, 2023 10:00 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsSeries: Why the Fear of the Lord Matters? Teacher: Rev. Paul Lawler Scripture: Assorted In this sermon, Paul Lawler emphasizes the importance of embracing the fear of the Lord. He clarifies that it is not a negative fear, but rather a liberating reverence. Lawler warns against distorted fears ...
Get to Know: Mike Weaver (Dir. Men's Ministry)
Christ Church Memphis - July 06, 2023 10:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsGet to know the Christ Church staff and ministry leaders! Join us for an inspiring conversation with Mike Weaver, the Director of Men's Ministry at Christ Church since 2014. In this interview, we uncover the remarkable facets of Mike's life, from his courageous service in the Marines to his se...
What is the Context of Mark 10:27?
Christ Church Memphis - July 03, 2023 10:00 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsSermon by Rev. Paul Lawler JESUS: "With man it is impossible, but not with God. For all things are possible with God." Discover the profound insights of Mark 10:27 and the Rich Young Ruler as we delve into the essence of fulfillment and its eternal significance. Is wealth bad, or should we fe...
Get to Know: Jacky Gatliff (Sr. Associate Pastor)
Christ Church Memphis - June 29, 2023 10:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsGet to know the Christ Church staff and ministry leaders! In this inspiring interview, we get to know Rev. Jacky Gatliff, a trailblazing Senior Associate Pastor at Christ Church. She takes us back to her earliest days, recounting the undeniable call from God to enter the ministry. This call in...
What is the Context of Matthew 7:5-11?
Christ Church Memphis - June 26, 2023 10:00 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsSermon by Rev. Paul Lawler We see in Scripture that Jesus condemned being judgmental but allowed for righteous judgment. So, what is the difference between judging and being judgmental? How can we make the right judgment with the right heart and purpose, focusing on restoration rather than sha...
What is the Context of Matthew 7:1-5?
Christ Church Memphis - June 26, 2023 10:00 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsSermon by Rev. Paul Lawler We see in Scripture that Jesus condemned being judgmental but allowed for righteous judgment. So, what is the difference between judging and being judgmental? How can we make the right judgment with the right heart and purpose, focusing on restoration rather than sha...
Get to Know: William Merriman (Dir. Student Ministries)
Christ Church Memphis - June 22, 2023 10:00 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsGet to know the Christ Church staff and ministry leaders! In this new staff interview, we speak with William Merriman, Director of Student Ministry. William shares how his love of literature and a soccer injury deepened his relationship with Christ and unexpectedly led him to pursue a role in ...
What is the Context of Philippians 4:13?
Christ Church Memphis - June 19, 2023 10:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsSermon by Rev. Paul Lawler Pastor Paul continues his series on Context this week as we explore Philippians 4:13. “I can do all things through Him who strengthens me.” Is the true meaning of this verse simply about achieving personal goals, or is there a deeper and more meaningful message that...
Get to Know: Brad Bogue (Dir. Family Ministry)
Christ Church Memphis - June 15, 2023 10:00 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsGet to know the Christ Church staff and ministry leaders! Join us for a conversation with Brad Bogue, Director of Family Ministries. Unveiling the profound moments that shaped him, Brad's compelling story is a testament to the power of following God’s calling. From the depths of his heart, he ...
Part 2: What is the Context of Romans 8:28
Christ Church Memphis - June 12, 2023 14:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsSermon by Rev. Paul Lawler This entire passage in Romans is really helpful for understanding how suffering can be redemptive for the Christian because of the availability of God in the suffering. It's important to read around this verse. These verses describe how God is at work even in the brok...
Get to Know: Lance Ingram (Digital Content Strategist)
Christ Church Memphis - June 08, 2023 10:00 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsGet to know the Christ Church staff and ministry leaders! We’re flipping the script as the interviewer becomes the interviewee and sharing the life of Lance Ingram, Christ Church’s Digital Content Strategist. From his upbringing as a minister’s child to the unexpected revelation of his faith...
What is the Context of Jeremiah 29:11?
Christ Church Memphis - June 05, 2023 15:00 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsWhen we cherry-pick scripture, we can ultimately mislead ourselves and others. In fact, without the broader context that surrounds the scriptures we read and quote every day, we can come to damaging conclusions about ourselves and, more importantly, about God.
Get to Know: Laura Spegal (Dir. Nursery & Preschool Ministries)
Christ Church Memphis - June 01, 2023 10:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsGet to know the Christ Church staff and ministry leaders! In this interview, get to know Laura Spegal, Director of Preschool and Nursery ministries at Christ Church Memphis. With her arrival in 2020, Laura has demonstrated her dedication to fostering relationships and becoming a beacon of love...
What is the Significance of Pentecost?
Christ Church Memphis - May 29, 2023 10:00 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsWhat is the Significance of Pentecost? Teacher: Rev. Paul Lawler Pentecost Sunday is the birthday of the church and is just as significant as Easter and Christmas. It was the day when the Spirit of God came down and occupied his new temple. In this sermon, Pastor Paul explores the events leadi...
Get to Know: Bro. Chris Carter (Executive Pastor)
Christ Church Memphis - May 25, 2023 10:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsGet to know the Christ Church staff and ministry leaders! This interview is with the ever-inspiring Bro. Chris Carter, who began his journey at Christ Church Memphis in 2012 and has since flourished in various roles, including in his current position as Executive Pastor. We delve deep into C...
Sanctification Pt. 5: Sanctification and Community
Christ Church Memphis - May 22, 2023 10:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsSermon: Sanctification and Community Series: Weselayn Sanctification Scripture: James 5:16a-c (ESV) Teacher: Rev. Paul Lawler John Wesley said, “The gospel of Christ knows of no religion, but social; no holiness but social holiness.” There's a common misconception that you can do life on you...
Addressing Fear & Our City
Christ Church Memphis - May 18, 2023 10:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsWhat place does fear have in our spiritual life? Is there such a thing as healthy fear? How can we pray through the fear in our city? Missions Pastor Nathan Cook joins in conversation to discuss the complexity of what fear can do in our life. Scripture tells us to fear not; however, fear can p...
Sanctification Pt. 4: Holy and Healthy: The Restoration of the Image of God
Christ Church Memphis - May 15, 2023 10:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsIn sanctification, God is seeking to form your soul and spirit; He is seeking to restore His image in you. Once we invite Jesus to enter our lives as Savior, He goes to work to restore the original image. He transforms us to make us like Himself (2 Corinthians 3:18). This process is described ...
Author Rebecca George Talks Gospel-Centered Goals, Gumption, and Grace for the Go-Getter Girl
Christ Church Memphis - May 11, 2023 10:00 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsAuthor, podcaster, and social media influencer Rebecca George shares about her new book, Do the Thing. Perfectly blending storytelling, encouragement, and biblical insight, Do the Thing beckons you to pursue the passions that stir your soul. Rebecca encourages women to take brave steps in a purp...
Sanctification Pt. 3: The Role of the Holy Spirit in Sanctification
Christ Church Memphis - May 08, 2023 10:00 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsSeries: Wesleyan Sanctification Sermon: The Role of the Holy Spirit in Sanctification Teacher: by Rev. Paul Lawler Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-18 Rev. Paul Lawler continues his series about sanctification, and in this sermon, he covers how we are sanctified through the Holy Spirit. If you were f...
New Life Rising #10: The Sobriety of Forever
Christ Church Memphis - May 04, 2023 10:00 - 18 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsIn conjunction with our Lenten devotional, New Life Rising, we're in the final week of Discipleship Pastor Grant Caldwell's weekly podcast series that coincides with each week's reading. In the final episode, Pastor Grant turns the microphone on himself to be asked what is the sobriety of forev...
Sanctification Pt. 2: The Role of the Word in Sanctification
Christ Church Memphis - May 01, 2023 10:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsSeries: Wesleyan Sanctification Scripture: John 17:17-21 Sermon by: Rev. Paul Lawler This sermon continues the Wesleyan Sanctification series by Rev. Paul Lawler. God does not sanctify us by our reading the Word. God sanctifies us by the Word reading us. Pastor Paul explores how does God's Wo...
New Life Rising #9: Alive Upon Arrival
Christ Church Memphis - April 27, 2023 10:00 - 17 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsIn conjunction with our Lenten devotional, New Life Rising, we're in week nine of Discipleship Pastor Grant Caldwell's weekly podcast series that coincides with each week's reading. Missions Mobilization Director Stephanie Powell discusses what it means to be alive upon arrival. Through this co...
An Introduction to Sanctification
Christ Church Memphis - April 24, 2023 10:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsAn Introduction to Sanctification Scripture: Romans 6:19 Sermon by: Rev. Paul Lawler Salvation is just the beginning . . . there is SO much more God has for you. The Apostle Paul wanted God’s people to understand this. So, he wrote about this many times in the New Testament. Sanctification: ...
Conversation with the Global Methodist Church
Christ Church Memphis - April 21, 2023 10:00 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsIn this interview, Rev. Paul Lawler speaks with Keith Boyette, Transitional Connectional Officer for the Global Methodist Church. Pending approval, disaffiliation from the United Methodist Church is coming for Christ Church Memphis. We have entered a phase of searching God's wisdom and leaders...
New Life Rising #8: A Waste of Time, A Work of Love
Christ Church Memphis - April 20, 2023 10:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsIn conjunction with our Lenten devotional, New Life Rising, we're in week eight of Discipleship Pastor Grant Caldwell's weekly podcast series that coincides with each week's reading. Family Ministry Director Brad Bogue discusses walking through seasons with ourselves and with others. Every year...
The God Honoring Way
Christ Church Memphis - April 17, 2023 10:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsThe God Honoring Way Scripture: 2 Samuel 6:1-15 Sermon by: Rev. Paul Lawler Man-made efforts will yield man-sized results; however, when things are done in God-honoring ways, we see God-sized results. Despite our best intentions, we can’t do things our way if we want the Lord to break out. Lis...
New Life Rising #7: Exiles All the Way Home
Christ Church Memphis - April 13, 2023 10:00 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsIn conjunction with our Lenten devotional, New Life Rising, we're in week seven of Discipleship Pastor Grant Caldwell's new weekly podcast series that coincides with each week's reading. Middle school director Olivia Hewitt discusses how in the season of Lent, we yearn for the miraculous moveme...
The Power Behind a Rolling Stone
Christ Church Memphis - April 10, 2023 10:00 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsThe Power Behind a Rolling Stone Easter Day Message Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-11 Sermon by: Rev. Paul Lawler In Rev. Paul Lawler's first Easter message at Christ Church, he examines the power of the stone rolled away from Christ's tomb. To explore the reality of Christ's resurrection, He ...
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