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Life can be full of moments that require courage to pull through. When the setbacks happen, we find out just how strong our foundation is. As we continue our "Summer Playlist" series, we look at how a bold statement from Peter illustrated the power of courage in the face of the enemy.
Have you ever found yourself wishing your past self knew everything you do now? Often times, we actually had the answers along, we just weren't ready to receive the truth or ignored it all together. In the second week of "Summer Playlist," Pastor Brandon Petty looks into another parable of Jesus to reveal the importance of paying attention during the tension.
The Gospels are filled with stories of Jesus, but one of the most intriguing is the time he cursed a fig tree while travelling and hungry. As we start our new series, "Summer Playlist." we break down the deeper meaning to this seemingly random story. Jesus taught often on the importance of growing fruits, and too often the green leaves in our lives can distract us from our real purpose.
Fight Like a Mom was a special series, so what better way to recap it than with a special edition of CP Rewind with some of our Center Point family!
This week, we're joined by Jennifer Hines and Katie Sasser as we expand upon the Mother's Day panel and dive into in the key themes of the series as a whole. Plus, we get ready for our next series, "Summer Playlist," by telling you what's at the top of our music charts right now.
God can show up in our lives in very different ways and different times, but it's never too late to lean into the calling that He has for your life. This week, we hear from our own Justin Nelson, Lauren Pugh, and Dr. Randy Goodman in a special 3 in 30 revolving around the importance of leaning into the purpose set forth to us as a community of believers.
Whether it was Abraham, Jacob, Isaac, or Moses, some of the greatest heroes of faith in the Bible never got to enter the promised land they led others to. Scripture is filled with examples of the power of planting invisible trees, even if we don't get to immediately see what they grow into. As we wrap up "Fight Like a Mom," we look at the importance of faithfully planting those seeds.
Mother's Day means something different to everyone, and motherhood itself is always a unique journey. This Mother's Day, we invited three mothers within our church (Lauren Pugh, Jennifer Hines, and Katie Sasser) to speak on their different paths as mothers and the importance of recognizing that parenting isn't about perfection, but about the love of a perfect Savior.
Do you have any prayers you've given up on? Why did you give up? In the first sermon of our new series "Fight Like a Mom," we look back at the story of a mother whose faith was so strong that Jesus was taken aback by it. She fought for her miracle with her faith, and her request was granted because of it!
Year 3 of Elephant in the Room is complete, and what better way to celebrate than having Pastor Jason join us for another edition CP Rewind!
In this episode, we take a look into the behind the scenes of the series and discuss how we can take all that we learned and share it with those around us, especially in our homes. Oh, and we ask Jason a couple more pressing questions for good measure.
Are guardian angels real? Does the Bible say anything about aliens? As we wrap up our Elephant in the Room series, we discuss your questions about some controversial topics surrounding the church, the Bible, and even the basketball court.
What happens as soon as you die? Are people already in heaven? In the third edition of the Elephant in the Room, we dive into your questions about the Bible and the afterlife. A lot of the discussion is about heaven, and some of the answers may surprise you!
Is it actually a sin to be gay? What does the Bible say about the transgender movement? There are a lot questions when it comes to culture and where the church fits in, and in Week 2 of Elephant in the Room, we're seeking what God's Word really has to say about sexuality, politics, and everything in between.
Can you believe in God and have anxiety? How do Christians deal with grief? Mental health can leave a lot of unanswered questions in the church, so that's why we're starting off this year's Elephant in the Room series with Dr. Mike Courtney answering your questions about anxiety, PTSD, and much more.
Christ is risen, and hope is here, but what does that mean for us now? This Easter, we look at two stories woven into one. Both showing the power of Jesus AND the power of hope we have through him. That same hope still changes lives and brings healing, but it takes more than just being around the things of God.
With another series in the books, it's time for the Search Engine edition of CP Rewind! In this episode, we navigate through the key themes of a much different type of series from normal, while also taking on life's biggest questions. Cats or dogs? Is a hot dog a sandwich? Let us know what you think, and join us as we reflect on this series together!
Chances are, you’ve had a Jehovah’s Witness come to your door before. But have you ever taken the time to hear what they believe? In the finale of our “Search Engine” series, we look into the history of the Jehovah’s Witnesses and discuss how they view Jesus, the trinity, and the end of time.
Satanism was created to be the direct opposite of Christianity, so should Christians talk about it? Scripture tells us to be aware of the enemy's schemes, so in our latest edition of Search Engine, we dive into what Christians need to know about the roots, beliefs, and growth of the Church of Satan.
Buddhism is the fourth largest religion in the world. As we continue our Search Engine series, we look at some of the key principles of Buddhism that Christians can apply to their lives, but also the biggest difference between the two religions.
This week we open our new Search Engine series, where we dive into other religions and beliefs to understand how to reach these groups. It all starts with a look into the roots of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and what similarities and differences it has with Christianity as we know it today.
Welcome back to CP Rewind, where we look back at the latest sermon series unpack the main themes and discuss their real life implications. In this episode, we look back at "Summer Camp Romance" and the idea of maintaining a relationship with Jesus that endures through difficult seasons. Whether your team gas light or team gas station, let's dive into what God shows us through multiple examples of the power of trust and obedience.
What do you do when you ask God for something and he says no? Or you feel like He isn't listening? As we wrap up Summer Camp Romance, we dive into the importance of trust in any relationship, but particularly our relationship with God. Even in the waiting, Jesus is our hope.
You've probably heard the story where Jesus says it's "easier for a camel to enter the eye of a needle than for the rich to enter the kingdom of God." But what if he wasn't JUST talking about money? As we hear from Pastor Brennan Washington, we all have something we're reluctant to let go of. A job, status, hobbies, addictions, or yes, money. Obedience to God can be uncomfortable, but it's worth the cost.
In Church we hear the term "redeemed" all the time, but what does it actually mean? As we continue our trip through the book of Hosea, we see where this comes from. God has literally purchased us from sin, so we should act like we have the value that was spent for our lives!
Disney has given us countless classics that show the beauty of falling in love, but that's where the fairytale usually ends. We rarely get to see the process of staying in love, and often times that can also be missing in our walk with Jesus. As we start our new Summer Camp Romance series, we look into how we turn a moment into a real relationship.
After the conclusion of every sermon series, our own Tyler Eaton and Lauren Pugh will unpack the main themes and discuss their real life implications. We start with our latest series, Retro - "Old habits that are the future of the church." There was a lot to unpack with this one, so join us as we rewind the last four sermons together!
The word "holy" is used nearly a thousand times in the Bible, and we hear it used all the time to describe God. But what does holiness mean for us? As we wrap up our Retro series, we dive into the process of sanctification and God's desire for us to grow in Him.
Fasting is mentioned 77 times in the Bible, but you're not alone if you've never heard about its significance. As we continue to look back at old habits of the church, we dive into why and how we should utilize one of the most powerful combinations God gives us: fasting and prayer.
God wants to spend time with you. No matter who you are, where you are in your life, it's what God desires. As guest speaker Adam French shares with us, the Bible gives us an outline for how God speaks and how we can learn to be listening when He does.
The most powerful thing a Christian has is prayer, but prayer is on the decline nationwide. In the first week of this new series, we dive into what prayer really is and the value it has. Plus, we break down the simple blueprint that Jesus himself gave us to pray.
A new year always provides a fresh start, but that doesn't immediately wipe away the burdens we carry into the end of 2023. Today, we hear three different stories about what God can do when we leave our situation in His hands. Whether it be depression, anxiety, loneliness, or any of the battles you may be facing this season, God is always waiting to make you feel brand new... again.
There were 400 years of silence leading up to the birth of Jesus. Although it appeared as if God was absent, the groundwork was being laid for the biggest moment in the history of the world. Whether it be through Alexander the Great’s reign or the Romans that followed, God's plan for salvation was in motion through it all.
There were 400 years of silence leading up to the birth of Jesus. Although it appeared as if God was absent, the groundwork was being laid for the biggest moment in the history of the world. During this series, we will be looking historically at what was going on in the world and what part it had to play in the birth of Jesus. We start with the Persian Empire, which accomplished two major things to set the stage for the arrival of the Son of God.
Paul referenced the importance of peace many times in his writings, saying in Romans 12:18 to "live at peace with everyone." What does this look like in our lives and why is it so important? As we bring our "Sabotage" series to a close, we dive into the difficult but powerful decision to take the high road.
Between 93-95% of all the time you’ll spend with your kids will happen before they turn 18. How do we make the most of that time? More importantly, how do we train our children to be followers of God as adults? Today we look at 5 traps we fall into that can sabotage our children's future.
There are two ways someone can destroy their future: one big decision or lots of small decisions over time. How do we prevent these things from happening? This week, we look at 2 Kings 4 and learn about the worst meal Elisha ever had and how God healed him and his friends from certain death.
In our new series "Sabotage." we'll explore habits we
form that can ruin different aspects of our lives. Our
relationships are no exception to this. How do you fall
in love? More importantly, how do you stay in love?
While science can answer the first question, the Bible
gives us the blueprint to staying in love in 1st Corinthians
You were born on purpose, and for a purpose, but Satan wants to do all he can to distract you from it. We are meant to have victory over the enemy, and it starts with knowing how to combat his strategies.
This week we are reminded that, "There is nothing that can bring us healing than Jesus".
Have you ever felt stuck in a spot that didn't line up with your plans? Sometimes God takes us on a detour to fulfill a purpose greater than the destination we had in mind.We have plans, we have goals, and we have things we need accomplished. But what if God wants to redirect us for something greater? This week, we look at Acts 27-18 and see how God redirected Paul to the island of Malta to start a revival.
Meet Dietrich Bonhoeffer, the Christian so strong in his faith that he went directly against Hitler and the Nazi party, and it cost him everything. Bonhoeffer believed grace is too precious for us to waste. He wrote, "It is costly because it costs a man his life, and it is grace because it gives a man the only true life. It is costly because it condemns sin, and grace because it justifies the sinner. Above all, it is costly because it cost God the life of his Son...and what has cost God much cannot be cheap for us.”
In this series, we study the life of Dietrich Bonhoeffer and how he fought for the true Jesus to be glorified in Nazi Germany. This week, we look at Genesis 3 to see how Satan inluences Eve to turn from the word of God. It is the same strategy Hitler used to influence Germany as he persecuted the Jews.
In this series, we study the life of Dietrich Bonhoeffer and how he fought for the true Jesus to be glorified in Nazi Germany. This week, we take a look at Luke 9:57-62 and see the cost of following Jesus. Counter-cultural faithfulness will always cost you, but it is worth it if we see Jesus above everything else!
We wrap up this series by looking at Judges 13 and the story of Samson. Many men today are physically strong, but spiritually weak. How does compromise slowly kill us and separate us from the plan and purpose that God has for us? What can we do to avoid spiritual compromise? Is it ever too late for God to use us?
Why do we all struggle with self-doubt? Why does God want to use the most unlikely people for great things? This week, we look at the story of Gideon in Judges 6-8 to see how faith and strength can grow together.
Grief is not an emotion to be avoided, but one to acknowledge and walk through. As we wrap up our "Summer in the Psalms" series, we take a look at how Christians should handle grief and how God wants to be a part of that journey with us. Grief can be an opportunity to connect us to the heart of God!
There is no such thing as spiritual grandchildren, only sons and daughters. As we kick off this new series, we take a look at Judges 2 to see how a faithful God never abandons unfaithful people.
Description: Sin always has a price. This week, we spend some time in 1 Chronicles 21 and we look at David's greatest sin that cost 70,000 people their lives. Yet, God made a permanent mark of pain a beacon of forgiveness.
How would you talk to God on the phone? Do you ever feel like He isn't answering? This week, we take a look at Psalm 13 and see how David handled feelings of abandonment and fear.
Our world has confused knowledge with wisdom. It is so vital for every church to have the older generation to learn from. Psalms 71:18 says, " Even when I am old and gray, do not forsake me, my God, till I declare your power to the next generation, your mighty acts to all who are to come." Join us as we look at how you can age well in a church and continue to produce fruit even when you are old and gray.
In this week's message, Pastor Jason reminds us to persevere through the seasons when we feel like God isn't moving in our lives. Remember, God can and is still using us, even if we don't see immediate results from our efforts.
This video was recorded Live at Generation Church: Portland, TN.
This week, we study the end of the ministry of John the Baptist. Why was he beheaded? What is his legacy? How can we make a difference during our lives? Join us as we look at the difference between courage and comfort.
In this series we take a look at the life of John the Baptist. Was he a heretic? Why was he an outcast? What role did he play in history? What does it have to do with my life?
In honor of Mother's Day, we look at a story in 1 Kings to see how God used the faith of the widow at Zaraphath to do great things. How can we grow in our faith? How can we have God multiply our blessings?
In this series, we answer YOUR questions from a Biblical perspective. This week, we talk about a variety of topics including: birth control, angels, what happens after you die, and same-sex weddings.
In this series, Pastor Jason answers YOUR questions on a variety of topics from a Biblical perspective. This week, we will cover questions on suicide, cremation, demons, and the book of Job.
We answer YOUR questions about God, the Bible, and issues we are all facing in culture today.
In this series, Pastor Jason answers YOUR questions on a variety of topics from a Biblical perspective. This week we will cover questions on alcohol, marriage, polygamy, gender identity issues, and why God allows evil in the world. Join us!
When is Jesus coming back? What role does the antichrist play in it all? Will things get better or worse for Christians? What do we do in the meantime? All of these questions and more are addressed in our final installment of this series through 1 and 2 Thessalonians. Join us as we wrap up "Busy Waiting."
Description: As followers of Jesus, we are not only supposed to live differently, but we are also supposed to view death differently. Is Jesus coming back? What do we do in the meantime? This week, we take a look at 1 Thessalonians chapter 4 to see how we can be "busy," while waiting for death.
This week, we take a look at first Thessalonians chapter three to see how we can grow stronger over time to face the battles that are ahead of us!
Is this worth it? That is the question the young church in Thessalonica was struggling with. This week, we look at the first two chapters in 1 Thessalonians to see how Paul established the church and how he encouraged them to have hope that is confidently waiting, rather than wishful thinking.
In Acts 8, we see the early church is under attack, yet it is spreading rapidly. This week, we take a deeper look at a Samaritan magician named Simon Magnus. Simon learns a lesson about being more in awe of the miracles of God then the God of miracles.
God can use anyone and anything to carry out his purpose. This week, we take a look at Numbers 22 and the story of Balaam to see how God used a pagan prophet, a donkey, and an angel to protect the Israelites.
How do we handle times of adversity? Why is prayer a last option for us? This week, we look at an obscure teenage servant named Rhoda and how she acted when God answered a big prayer.
Have you ever heard about the obscure story of Ehud in the Bible? This week we take a look at Judges 3 and see how God used Ehud's weakness to usher in eighty years of peace.
This week we take a look at the epistle of Jude. Who was Jude? Why did he write this letter? How can we recognize false teachers, fight against them, and persevere in our faith? You fight for what's important to you!
In our final installment in this series, we look at the strategy of satan and why he secretly wants you to be stagnant, vulnerable, and disconnected. How can we avoid falling into this trap and what does the Bible have to say about it?
Why do people turn from God, leave the church, and run from broken relationships? This week, we look at the damage of hypocrisy and how we can get healing from hurt within the church. Join us as we look at the seven "woes" recorded in Matthew 23 and see what Jesus had to say on the topic.
Why do people turn from God, disconnect from church, and run from broken relationships? How can we thrive in a community full of perpetually broken people? This week, we look at the tendency to move from church to church without creating relationships. We see why it is important for us to be plugged in by looking at the story of Priscilla and Aquila in Acts 18.
There are a variety of reasons people leave the church. Why do people turn from God, give up on church, or run from broken relationships? In this series, we will look at how to thrive in a community full of perpetually imperfect people. This week, we will study Ezekiel 11 and see what happened to the heart of the people of Judah to make them turn from God.
When we allow fear to rule us, we elevate our feelings over the power of God. This week, we look at the story of Nehemiah and see how we can keep our focus to win the fight ahead of us!
What does it mean to be "redeemed?" Knowing we were bought by God should bring us hope. With Jesus, there is always hope! Join us this week as we study Leviticus 27 and wrap up our series "Blood, Guts, and the Goat."
This week, we take a look at Leviticus 16 and learn about the slain goat and the scapegoat. It has so much more to do with our lives today than you might think. The hidden things in the Old Testament are revealed in the New Testament. Join us as we see that Jesus has dealt with the sin problem once and for all!
The book of Leviticus contains a lot of rules, regulations, and disgusting stuff. How is it relevant to our lives today? This week, we take a look at the festivals listed in Leviticus 23 and see why God wanted them to remember His faithfulness. What we celebrate, we elevate.
The book of Leviticus contains a lot of rules, regulations, and disgusting stuff. How is it relevant to our lives today? This week, we are joined by Pastor Nic Smith of River Lake Church in Glasgow, KY. We will take a look at chapter 26 and see the "warning labels" God established and why they are actually for our benefit.
The book of Leviticus contains a lot of rules, regulations, and disgusting stuff. How is it relevant to our lives today? This week, we will take a look at chapters 8, 9, and 10 to see what the role of the priests were, how Jesus is a perfect High Priest, and how we can be a part of the priesthood!
Leviticus contains a lot of rules, regulations, and disgusting stuff. How is it relevant to our lives today? This week, we take a look at the first four chapters of Leviticus and learn about the four types of sacrifices and what it has to do with Jesus.
With Election Day upon us, we take a look at the book of Habakkuk to see why it is important for Christians to vote and how God can use corrupt nations to bring about His glory.
Last week, we looked at how the Antichrist will rise to power. How long will his ruthless reign last? Who is the False Prophet and how does he play into the mark of the beast? This week, we wrap up our series by studying Revelation 13 and 19 to see how God ultimately defeats these enemies of the cross.
Are we in the end times? What does the Bible say about the antichrist? How will he rise to power? Why would God allow this? This week, Pastor Jason takes a look at Revelation 13 to see what the Bible says about the antichrist and how he rises to power.
What does it mean to be "children of light?" Why does Satan want to keep things buried in the dark? This week we take a look at what the Bible says and figure out how to shine light in the areas the enemy wants to keep in the dark.
This week, we get to hear from three of our own. Steve Hines, Tom Price, and Lauren Pugh will share personal testimonies of how fear can stop us from doing what God has called us to do.
The year that King Uzziah died was a time of uncertainty and fear. It was during this time that the Lord showed the prophet Isaiah a vision of the throne room of God. How can we learn to focus on the horizontal when the vertical is all messed up? This week we take a look at Isaiah chapter 6 and 2 Chronicles 26 to see how God is ALWAYS in control.
The year that King Uzziah died was a time of uncertainty and fear. It was during this time that the Lord showed the prophet Isaiah a vision of the throne room of God. How can we learn to focus on the horizontal when the vertical is all messed up? This week we take a look at Isaiah chapter 6 and 2 Chronicles 26 to see how God is ALWAYS in control.
Every good team takes on the identity of their coach. As followers of Jesus, we need to look more like Jesus every day. But how do we do that? Join us this week as we wrap up this series by looking at Galatians 6:1-10.
Faith is a matter of trust, not a pursuit of perfection. This week we look at Galatians 4, where Paul makes reference to the story in Genesis of Hagar and Sarah to remind us we are children of freedom. The law reminds us of a standard we can't possibly live up to, but grace reminds us of who we are!
How did Paul suggest dealing with sin in the church of Galatia? How do we grow fruits of the spirit? How do we avoid growing bad fruit? Join us this week as we continue our series through the book of Galatians!
"What does it mean to be adopted into the family of God? What are the perks? How should it change us? This week we study Galatians three and four to see Paul's response to the church when they started to follow false teachers."
You're Not Good Enough Pt. 2: Rocky vs Drago; Peter vs Paul.
This week, we continue our series on Galations. We look at chapter two, at a confrontation between Peter and Paul! Why did Paul address this issue and what does it have to do with us?
This week we study the first chapter of Galatians and see how Paul addressed the church of Galatia when they started to be influenced by false teachers. A false gospel is anything we add to the message of Jesus!
Join us this week as we hear from Pastor Brandon Petty, lead pastor of Generation Church.
This week, we study the short and sometimes controversial book of Philemon. In this book, Paul argues that the Gospel ought to be infused into every layer of the socio-economic system. It should spill over into every relationship within the body of Christ.
Each week we will look at a classic hymn, learn the history of it, and how to apply the biblical truths to our own lives. This week we will focus on "Amazing Grace" written in 1772 by John Newton
Each week we will look at a classic hymn, learn the history of it, and how to apply the biblical truths to our own lives. This week we will focus on "It Is Well With My Soul" written by Horatio Spafford
Each week we will look at a classic hymn, learn the history of it, and how to apply the biblical truths to our own lives. This week we will focus on "How Great Thou Art" written in 1922 by Stuart K. Hine.
Each week we will look at a classic hymn, learn the history of it, and how to apply the biblical truths to our own lives. This week we will focus on "The Old Rugged Cross" written in 1913 by George Bennard.
Each week we will look at a classic hymn, learn the history of it, and how to apply the biblical truths to our own lives today. This week we will focus on "My Savior's Love" written in 1905 by Charles Hutchinson Gabriel.
Join us for our new series, "This is my story, this is my song." Each week we will look at a classic hymn, learn the history of it, and how to apply the biblical truths to our own lives today. This week we will focus on "Blessed Assurance" written in 1873 by Fanny Crosby.
Happy Father's Day! This week, Pastor Jason leads us through the story of Samson. The life of Samson is a story of contradiction, consequences, and the danger of slow compromise over time. However, even in the midst of sin, repentance can unlock God's redemption.
Baltic avenue is a property on the Monopoly board that nobody cares about. It is statistically the worst section to own. The Jews of the time of Jesus considered Samaria a terrible place to be. In fact, they would go out of their way to avoid it...yet, Jesus felt compelled to go speak to a woman there. This week, we look at John chapter 4 in depth to find out why we all need to be looking for our Samaria.
The Tower of Babel represents one language, one purpose, and unity built around glorifying man. This led to division, racism, and depravity. Pastor Jason connects this to Acts chapter 2 and the day of Pentecost. The Holy Spirit can create unity that glorifies God, rather than division glorifying man.
Another week...another tragedy. Does it feel like evil is winning? What is the answer? What can the church do about it? This week we take a look at the Sermon on the Mount and see how Jesus responded to a crowd that felt the same way we do. How do we have hope in a situation that feels hopeless?
Park place represents wealth, prestige, and self-sufficiency. Is this wrong? Why did Jesus sayit is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for someone who is rich to enter the kingdom of God? Join us this week as we take a closer look at how God views money.
Hear three unique messages from 3 generations of Center Point - Jeff Warden - Gerald McCormick - John Lytle
HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY! This week, Pastor Jason brings us a special unique Mother's Day message about Rahab: It's never too late for a legacy.
We continue looking at Paul's second missionary journey in Acts 16. Paul and Silas perform an exorcism and end up in jail because of it. The problem is...Paul is a Roman citizen. How does he handle this miscariage of justice and what can we learn from how he handles it?
God often directs our paths by closing doors. How do we know if God is telling us to "stay" or to go in a different direction? This week, we look at Acts chapter 16 and see how God used Paul to change an entire family in Macedonia.
What does it mean to be a living stone? How can we help build a spiritual house? This week, Pastor Jason teaches us out of 1 Peter 2:4-10 as we look at the importance of Jesus being the cornerstone of our lives.
How can we have hope in the midst of suffering? This week we look at the Roman emperor Nero and the persecution he brought on the early church. What lessons can we learn from 1 Peter that we can apply to our situations today? We have a Living Hope!
Paul writes that our flesh and spirit are in constant conflict with each other. So how do we grow in our spirit and faith? The answer is simple: which are you feeding more? Join us this week as Pastor Jason Baugh navigates the letters of Paul to teach us all how we can have victory in this war and find out what it all has to do with two goats!
In this final installment of If I Only... Jeremy talks about the realness of having courage. Let's take one last stroll down the yellow brick road and listen to this powerful message on being courageous.
Join us as we take a trip down the yellow brick road! This week, we look at having a team of flying monkeys! Our words are so powerful. They can be like a team of flying monkeys making things better or worse for the people around us.This week, Pastor Jason looks at the story of King Hezekiah in 2 Chronicles 32 to show us how our words affect everyone around us. How can we become encouragers and why is it needed? Join us and find out!
Take a walk down the yellow brick road with us each week as we look at different areas of our life that God wants to do a work in. This week, we study in depth the story of King Nebuchadnezzar in Daniel chapter 4 and how pride can be a deterrent to the blessings of God.
Take a walk down the yellow brick road with us each week as we look at different areas of our life that God wants to do a work in. This week, we study in depth Ezekiel chapters 36 and 37. How can we avoid having a heart of stone?
The main priority of Jesus was finding people. This week we look at Luke 7:36-50 in depth to see how Jesus viewed people that the world cast aside. We need to look at people through the lens of those who are forgiven and loved!
Did you know that the majority of communication is non-verbal? A big chunk of non-verbal communication is facial expressions. This week, we learn how to "Carry the Light '' in the world around us by studying the plague of darkness in Exodus 10 and the crucifixion of Jesus. How can we make our facial expressions more approachable so we can show hospitality and reach the world around us? Join us and find out how!
Why do we hate change so much? When was the last time you climbed a tree? This week, Pastor Jason looks at how constant change can slow down the aging process of our brains and what that has to do with the story of Zacchaeus. God wants to do something new in your life...will you miss it?
If how you view God is wrong, then how you think God views you will be wrong. Satan will always attack and make you question your relationship with God. This week, Pastor Jason looks at Genesis 3 and how an inaccurate view of God can lead to bad theology. God wants to make how you view Him brand new again.
God wants to make all areas of your life brand new again, including how you think about things. Science tells us that when a certain thought is repeated often enough, it forms a groove. Future thoughts automatically return to the familiar grooves in the brain. So how do we train ourselves to create new thought patterns? This week Pastor Jason looks at how we can receive the "peace of God" and how the Holy Spirit plays a pivotal role in thinking positively.
Life has a way of creating stress, forcing change, and heaping burdens on us. Sometimes it seems too much to handle, but God never designed you to be the one to carry it all. This week, Pastor Jason dissects Romans 12:2 as we discover what it means to "renew your mind." How do we give our weight, worry, and pain to God? How do we put into practice the "peace of God?" Join us and find out how!
This week is our “3 in 30!” Join us as we hear from three of our CP family members: Steve Hines, Brian Covington, and Lauren Pugh.
People are why Jesus came to earth on that first Christmas. The purpose of His life was to bring him to death to bring us to life! Join us this week as Pastor Jason challenges us not to make the first Noel the last Noel in our lives. What do humans and snowflakes have in common? Let's find out!
A fully human baby was born in Bethlehem on Christmas Day. Why is it so important to establish that Jesus was fully human? What are the ramifications if He was not? This week, Pastor Jason looks at the necessity of the humanity of Jesus and why He cares about what we are going through.
God is with us! So...why did King Herod so desperately want Jesus dead? Join us this week as Pastor Jason takes us through the history of Herod's life, Matthew chapter 2, and how God divinely protected Joseph and Mary.
In this collection, Pastor Jason ties in popular Christmas songs with scripture. This week, we look at the time in history between Malachi and Matthew. What happened? What was going on? Was God inactive while He was silent for 400 years? What does the song "Grandma got ran over by a reindeer" have anything to do with the birth of Jesus? Join us and find out!
Everyone loves fall! Cooler weather, beautiful leaves, and football. Autumn season is also a time of harvest. A time to harvest all that has been growing...to celebrate the increase. The harvest is always better and more beneficial than the seed. But how do we make sure we are planting the right seeds? Join us this week as Pastor Jason Baugh looks at a variety of scripture and maps out how we can navigate the tricky task of making room for the increase.
God works in seasons. The Winter Season can be a difficult one. From the outside it appears like things are dormant and dying. But God uses this season, for preparation of the growth to come. This week Pastor Jason looks at the story of David to show us that God is always active.
Summer is not only a time for resting and relaxing, it is also a good time for a reset. This week, Pastor Jason unpacks the idea of a Sabbath and teaches us how it is connected to Leviticus 25 and the year of Jubilee. Even better: Jesus is our Jubilee. What He did on the cross gives us rest, a reset, and hope!
Our spiritual lives work in seasons. In Spring, things come alive and flowers bloom. The excitement of new life is also true for us when we first encounter the real Jesus. But in time, we can lose our excitement and pick up baggage that can stop us from blooming and producing fruit. How do we avoid that? This week, pastor Jason looks at Paul, the Roman Empire, and Jeremiah 17.
HELL
Is it a real place? Who goes there? How did Jesus describe it? The doctrine of hell is crucial, without it we can’t understand our complete dependence on God. This week Pastor Jason leads us through this important topic to give us a better understanding of the depths of what Jesus did on the cross.
In 2 Samuel chapter 6, God struck and killed Uzzah immediately. But why? This week, Pastor Jason leads us in a study of the life of Uzzah and the dangers of slow compromise over time. Yet, even in the midst of tragedy...God's grace abounds.
Are mediums, fortune-tellers, and seances legit? Why is God so strongly against these things? Join us this week as Pastor Jason teaches us about King Saul's encounter with the Witch of Endor found in 1 Samuel 28.
There are a lot of creepy things that happened in the Bible. This week Pastor Jason looks at the story of the floating hand in Daniel chapter 5. What was going on? Why was everyone so scared? How did they all die? What can we learn from it?
Jesus said the "meek shall inherit the earth." But what does that mean? Does that unfamiliar word have anything to do with our lives today? Join us as take a closer look at the word MEEK!
What do we do when God doesn't answer our prayers? Is He listening? Does He care? Is praying a waste of time? Join us as Pastor Jason wraps up this collection "The Elephant," with part three "When God Doesn't Answer."
This week, Pastor Jason has a conversation with Lisa Mackie about her journey of an abortion decision, forgiveness, healing, and what the church can do better. Join us for this powerful discussion. To learn more about Lisa Mackie and her ministry, go to www.deeperstilluppercumberland.org.
Why did Jesus say we cannot "serve both God and money," Our job is stewardship, but how do we do that? God cannot bless what you don't submit. Join us this week as Pastor Jason Baugh starts this collection "The Elephant: topics churches don't talk about."
Missed us at the park? Well we got you covered. Come join Jason during our bonus podcast this week!!
We often think we have to go through difficult things on our own...But Jesus never intended for that! This week, Pastor Adam French shows us through scripture that life is about imperfect people helping each other.
A revival has broken out in Nineveh! Horrrrayyy!! But why is Jonah mad about it? This week, we conclude this collection of talks on Jonah with part 4: The pouting prophet. We will find out how God "appointed" a plant and a worm to show Jonah that God will constantly pursue even the most wicked of people.
Our God is in the restoration business! Our perfect God uses imperfect people all the time. Look no further than the story of Jonah. This week, we take a look at Jonah chapter 3 and see how it connects to all of scripture. Even though Jonah deliberately disobeyed God, "The word of the Lord came to Jonah a second time..."
"And the Lord provided a great fish to swallow up Jonah..." BUT WHY?! God never gives up on people. We will never be able to fully comprehend how much He loves His children. This week, we take a look at Jonah chapter 2 and see how God can use our circumstances to bring us closer to Him.
Join us as we study the book of Jonah. How can we learn more about the heart of God, why God brings storms into our lives, and how He has provided us many opportunities to accomplish His will!
Have You ever had a had a backup plan? Most of us do, but when it comes to following Christ we should rely on that plan A. Listen as Guest speaker Clint Lamberth breaks down what it means to stick to God's plan A path.
How does God view us? What can we learn from the story of Joseph? Join us for a Harley Davidson sermon prop as we study Genesis 37 to figure out how we get out of the pits that life throws us.
We are not called to isolate, we are called to permeate! But what exactly should a Christian's role in politics be? How should we vote? This week we take a look at Luke 19 and study a parable that Jesus taught. What does the phrase "occupy till I come" mean and how do we live it out?
This Sunday we celebrate the United States of America! How did a little group of colonies defeat the world's leading economic and military power? GOD'S HEDGE OF PROTECTION. This week, we look at the story of the minor prophet Habakkuk and what it has to do with the United States of America. Is it too late for us to keep the hedge of protection from God?
Donkeys and Elephants. Republicans and Democrats. The world wants to divide us. The devil wants to use politics to distract us from our purpose. The priority of Jesus is people not politics. This week, we take a look at how Jesus interacted with the two major political parties of His day: The Sadducees and Pharisees. What was the difference between the two? How did they deal with Jesus? What can we learn from it?
Father's Day can be a complicated Holiday. For some it is a time of celebration, for some it invokes painful memories. God has all that covered. Join us and find out how!
This week, we discuss issue #4 in the Corinthian church: Imbalance. We have to be balanced in all areas of our life, and church is no exception. The church at Corinth was not balanced on a variety issues. Pastor Jason looks at 1 Corinthians 5-12 and dissects Paul's letter.
This week we take a break from Corinth to hear 3 GUYS Talk about 3 Messages on Courage, Faith, and Obedience.
Have you ever been around preschoolers? During that season, children are only concerned about themselves...putting their immediate needs above everything else. This is the situation Paul was addressing in 1 Corinthians 8 and 9. This week we take a look at issue #3: Food sacrificed to idols. What does this have to do with the modern church? How do we deal with "gray areas" in today's society? Join us as we take a closer look at 1 Corinthians!
The Corinthian church was established right in the middle of a trendy, financially obsessed, and sex-crazed culture. Sound familiar? Join us for week 1 of this new collection "Welcome to Fabulous Corinth" as we break down Paul's two letters to the church at Corinth. This week we look at the history of the city and at the first two issues: disunity in the church and spiritual immaturity.
What do we want most for our children? To be happy, powerful, strong, successful? In this special Mother's Day message, Pastor Jason looks at Mathew 20:20-28. It is a classic story of the mother of James and John Zebedee asking Jesus if her sons can have a high place in His Kingdom. The answer was different than she expected. What does Jesus want for our children?
We look at Acts 8 and the strange story of Phillip's encounter with an Ethiopian Eunuch. When asked if he understood what he was reading, the Ethiopian answered, "How can I unless someone explains it to me?" God wants to use YOU to take the message of the gospel to ALL people.
About midnight Paul and Silas were praying and singing hymns to God, and the other prisoners were LISTENING TO THEM." Acts 16:25. We can't always control WHAT we go through, but we can control HOW we go through it. The world is listening. This week, Pastor Jason interviews Steve and Jenn Hines to hear more of their story of a path through pain, a faithful God, and the power of the local church.
Behind every major influencer for the Kingdom of Heaven is often a person no one knows about. This week we take a look at Acts chapter 9 and the story of Ananias. An average man who God called upon to bring healing to Saul. It takes courage to leave a legacy. It takes risk to love hurting people.
Jesus rose from the grave...now what? Pastor Jason's collection, "The Rest of the Story" kicks off by looking at the life of Dorcas. She may be overlooked by some, but she taught us that a legacy starts with impacting those in our circle by creating imitators of Christ. You are not saved BY good works, but FOR good works!
When you know the heart of Jesus, you begin to know the depth of Good Friday and Resurrection Sunday! For this special Easter Sunday message, we take a look at the story of the resurrection of Lazarus in John 11. Why did Jesus do it? Why does this have to do with Easter? What was the point of it all? Don't "stay home" on the things you've been praying for!
Forgiveness is the final step in healing from church hurt. But is forgiveness optional? What if I don't feel like forgiving? This week Pastor Jason unpacks the difficult topic of forgiveness by looking in depth at the words of Jesus and the parable of the unmerciful servant. We have our feelings and obedience mixed up. God is not asking you to feel differently...He is asking you to be obedient. Your feelings change AFTER you choose to forgive.
Church hurt is so painful because it bruises the soul. If you have ever spent much time in church, you have no doubt been hurt on some level. Join us on this three week journey to learn how to not just survive church hurt, but to be completely healed. This week we look at the story of Jacob and discover that step one is to realize that we all have been a part of hurting someone at some point in our lives. We often tell ourselves the version of the story that makes us look good. We will allow God to "be God?" The path to healing starts now!
Are wives a weaker vessel? What does that mean? How should husbands treat them? This week we take a deeper look at 1 Peter 3:1-7 and find out exactly what the Bible says about these questions and more in the series finale of The Heart of Matters.
Pastor Adam French
We cannot avoid pain. We all experience pain in different seasons and in different capacities. However, God can use our pain for spiritual growth and to reach people. The areas of our deepest pain often become the areas of our greatest ministry. But how? Pastor Adam French leads us through the story of Israelites in Exodus 1 and he gives us some practical applications to not just survive our pain....but to use it for God's plan. Don't minimize how God can maximize the pain you've been through!
Purity covers so much more than just what we look at or what we do. Purity encompasses all of who we are. What are you feeding your soul on a daily basis? This week we take a look at the story of Lot living in Sodom and Gomorrah, how the city slowly chipped away at who God intended him to be, and the effect it had on his family. What is the solution? Philippians 4:6-9.
Sex was God's idea. Yet, sex is rarely talked about in the church. Listen this week as Pastor Jason Baugh leads us in a study of God's word to discover what sex is meant for, who it is meant for, and what we are supposed to use it for. Have you already messed up in this area? Have you been the victim of someone else's sin? Your past may not be repairable, but your heart is. 1 Corinthians 6:11- "Some of you were once like that. But you were cleansed; you were made holy; you were made right with God by calling on the name of the Lord Jesus Christ and by the Spirit of our God."
What happens 60 seconds after you die? Is heaven real? What exactly is hell? what happens after you die should determine how you live. This week, we take a look at exactly what happens to all human beings when you breathe your last breathe. What is the difference between the Great White Throne Judgement and the Judgement Seat of Christ? Which on will you be at?
Can the leader of a country be demonic? This week, we study Daniel chapter 10 and discover that the government of a country can be a satanic battlefield. There is a spiritual war going on all around us. What can we do?
What powers do satan and his demons actually have? The main strategy of the angel known as Lucifer is to create a counterfeit of things that God made. The imitation destroys the value of the original. Join us as we take a in depth look at Ephesians 6:12 and study the structure of the demonic kingdom.
Do angels exist? What is their purpose? Do we have guardian angels? Join us this week as we explore what the Bible says about why God created angels and if they are still active in the world today.
In this series, Pastor Jason examines the complicated basics of Christiantiy. This week, we look at the Bible. This document has more than forty authors and covers over two thousand years of history. How did we get it? Who put it together? Is it still relevant today? We look at all this and more this week!
The Journey: I AM the light of the world. Pastor Jason Baugh teaches us the historical context of this famous phrase. What was the significance of Jesus saying this? How can we carry the light?
The Journey week 2 - Listen to Pastor Jason tell us how God used Alexander the Great to prepare the world for the coming Messiah. Hear part two of the intertestamental period and the history behind the birth of Jesus Christ.
The Journey week 1
SEED. TIME. HARVEST. There were four hundred years of silence from God leading up to the birth of Jesus. What happened during that time? This week, Pastor Jason Baugh gives us a history lesson of exactly what God was doing during that time. Have you ever felt like God is silent, not listening to you, or even worse...has stopped caring about you? The Bible shows us that God is always moving, always working, and always involved in the lives of His people.
Life consists of: SEED. TIME. HARVEST. We often celebrate the harvest, but our job is to plant the seed. What does that look like? How do we do it? Join Pastor Jason Baugh as looks at the parable of growing seed and explores how we can relate this to growing the Kingdom of Heaven.
Are generational curses real? How do we get rid of them? The story of Joshua shows us we are always one generation away from God being against us. This week, Pastor Jason shows the difference between transgressions and uniquities and why it is so important to pour into the next generation.
What you put in the stew may kill you! This week Pastor Jason looks at the story of Elisha in 2 Kings 4 and what the prophet did to not only save them from the death in the pot, but turn it to nourishment for all.
Jesus never had conditions when He was pursuing people. He simply said "follow me." Rather than getting things out of our lives, we need to add more Jesus!
Death by Sea- If you live for the praises of man, you will die by their criticisms. Pastor Jason Baugh shares the story of Paul shipwrecked on the island of Malta and how God can turn our pain into His purpose.
WorKship- What is the difference between work and worship? Sometimes we can get so busy with what needs to be done for ministry, we completely miss out on what Jesus is doing. Pastor Zach Buckner teaches about Mary and Martha and their interactions with Jesus.
Retro week 3 (And I Would Do Anything For Love...)- Pastor Jason Baugh explores retro music and the story of Elisha and his interaction with a widow. You can have as much of God as you want. He will meet you at the level of your expectation.
Retro week 2 (The Comeback Kid)- What makes a great retro movie? You need an unassuming underdog for a hero, insurmountable odds, and a great villain. Pastor Jason Baugh explores the story of Gideon and how we can apply this to our own lives.
Retro week 1 (Eat the Scroll)- Blockbuster Video, Crystal Pepsi, and reading the Bible: Old habits we need to bring back. Why is it important to not just read the Word of God, but to ingest it? Pastor Jason Baugh shares part one of this collection of talks. Society changes, morals change, circumstances change, but the word of God never changes.
Normal People week 3 (Don't give up)- Life is difficult. Life throws us curve balls all the time. But don't give up! You might be on the doorstep of the miracle you've been praying for. This week Pastor Jason Baugh teaches us about the end of John's life. When John is stuck on the island of Patmos. What would've happened if he gave up? God uses normal people for big things. How can we make a difference? What are common denominators amongst people being used by God?
Normal People week 2 (Be willing to change)- God uses normal people for big things. How can we make a difference? What are common denominators amongst people being used by God? This week, Pastor Jason Baugh reveals one big characteristic: be willing to change. It is much more difficult than you may think.
Normal People Part 1 (Eyes to See) - Pastor Jason Baugh delivers the first part of his new series. Visit CenterPointTN.com for more information on how to connect with us.