Christ Church Stories
Why Mercy Doesn't Come Naturally (And How Christ Gives It Anyway)
When Righteousness Changes the World
What if God’s answer to the brokenness we see around us begins with what He wants to do within us? Jesus calls us to hunger and thirst for righteousness, and allows it to reshape our hearts, relationships, work, and communities.
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.
When Sorrow Leads to Joy
What if the sorrow we try hardest to avoid is actually the doorway to freedom? Jesus declares, “Blessed are those who mourn,” revealing a godly sorrow that takes sin seriously, leads us toward repentance, and opens our hearts to the forgiveness, comfort, joy, and peace only God can give.
How to Experience a Joy the World Can’t Provide
What if the path to a truly flourishing life begins by admitting how much we need God? Jesus opens the Sermon on the Mount with a surprising invitation: come with empty hands, surrender your self-sufficiency, and discover the riches of His Kingdom.
The Table of Grace: The Meal that Changes Us & the Gift of Communion
What if Communion is far more than a religious ritual? Around Christ's table, we remember God's faithfulness, receive His grace, and discover the strength to follow Him today while anticipating the feast that is still to come.
When Faith Replaces Fear: How to Discover Peace in Uncertain Seasons
When money feels tight and anxiety rises, God invites us to anchor our hearts in His promises and discover peace that outlasts the storm.
What Palm Sunday Tells Us About Ourselves
Upon Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem, the crowds praised Him for who they wanted Him to be, not who He truly was. From misplaced expectations to the power of truth, this Palm Sunday message challenges us to love what is true, walk in light, and follow Christ not for our benefit but for His glory.
How Do We Hunger for Righteousness?
Discover how physical and spiritual hunger can transform your life, deepen your connection with God, and inspire a mission of love and mercy.
Divine Fairness: Exploring God's Generosity
How does God demonstrate “appalling generosity?” The Parable of the Laborers in the Vineyard explores divine fairness, grace, and the pitfalls of self-centered comparisons. It offers a transformative perspective on how we view mercy through the lens of Christ's teachings.