Christ Church Stories
Peace Is More Than the Absence of Conflict
Peace is more than the absence of conflict. Through Jesus' words in the Beatitudes, Rev. Josh Landen explores the difference between keeping peace and making peace, showing how Christ reconciles us to God and calls us to courageously pursue reconciliation with others, even at personal cost.
Are We Ready for What God Wants to Do Next?
As Pastor Paul Lawler delivers his final sermon as Senior Pastor of Christ Methodist Church, he challenges the congregation to consider what it means to be ready for God's next chapter. Through Jesus' parable of the wineskins, he calls believers to hold fast to the unchanging gospel, remain teachable, and embrace their calling to make disciples.
When We Stop Fighting for Control
What if real strength is found in surrender? When Jesus says, “Blessed are the meek,” He isn’t calling us to weakness or passivity. He is inviting us into a life where our strength, influence, words, and need for control are surrendered to Him. Discover the surprising freedom and peace that come when we stop fighting for our own way and learn the meekness of Christ.
The Fire the Church Cannot Manufacture
What happens when faith moves from the head to the heart? This Pentecost message explores the fire of the Holy Spirit, the “strangely warmed” heart of John Wesley, and why many believers settle for cold religion when God offers living communion with Christ.
Why Love is the Mark of a Spirit-Filled Life
Spiritual gifts without love are empty. Discover how the supremacy of love defines true spirituality, holiness, and life in Christ.
When Your Soul Stirs: Meeting God in the Quiet Hours
What if your 4 AM wake-up call isn’t restlessness, but a divine invitation? Explore what it means when God stirs your soul in the quiet hours and how to respond.
Why the Holy Spirit Still Sets Hearts on Fire
What if the light of Pentecost wasn’t just a moment—but a mission? This reflection explores how the Spirit still burns within believers today, calling us to shine in a world full of artificial light.
Four Biblical Essentials for Building a Spirit-Filled Church
What are you really building? This message explores how believers become co-builders with Christ, learning how grace, unity, and Spirit-filled living form the only structure that can truly stand.
Setting the Stage for the Holy Spirit
Who is the Holy Spirit? What was the significance of Pentecost? How can we hear and respond to the Holy Spirit in our lives?
Holy Spirit Power: How Do We Move With God’s Agenda for Our Life?
How does the Holy Spirit fuel our faith? Explore Christ Methodist Church’s vision for a Spirit-filled life and discover how the power of the Holy Spirit transforms individuals, communities, and the church.