Christ Church Stories
Grace & Legalism: Exploring the Parable of the Prodigal Son
Explore the powerful Parable of the Prodigal Son in Luke 15 and discover insights about grace, legalism, and God's unwavering love. Dive into the narrative of a wayward son's journey from pride to repentance and learn the crucial lessons it holds for us today.
4 Lessons from the Parable of the Good Samaritan
Explore four critical lessons from the Parable of the Good Samaritan, including recognizing the sacred worth of all people, the danger of mechanical religion, the need to bless our enemies, and the impossibility of self-justification before God. Discover how this powerful story highlights the depth of God's love and grace.
The Elephant Man and Our Nation’s Next Election Cycle
Explore a thought-provoking reflection on the essence of American unity amidst political division. Drawing from personal encounters and a wise grandmother's insights, this blog urges us to see the humanity in one another, especially in times of heated elections. Discover why preserving civil discourse is pivotal for the continued strength of our democracy.
Lessons from the Mustard Seed Parable
Explore the wisdom of Mark 4:30-32 and the Parable of the Mustard Seed. Discover how the smallest seeds can transform lives, nations, and the world. Learn the importance of planting these seeds in your heart and how God will grow them into something of infinite significance to His kingdom.
Effective Ways of Sharing the Gospel
Discover practical ways to share the Gospel effectively in everyday life. Explore the importance of sharing the good news, overcoming fear, building relationships, and preparing to share the Gospel.
Unveiling the Heart of Worship: A Deep Dive into Luke 7:36-50
Discover a Tale of Contrasting Hearts: When Humility Meets Extravagant Love. Journey through Luke 7:36-50 and explore the transformation of a prideful Pharisee’s home into a House of Worship. In this blog, we show three markers of what the heart of worship looks like.
From Seed to Harvest: Examining the Seasons of Spiritual Fruition
This blog explores the four seasons of spiritual growth as a Christ-follower. How does the Word of God change our lives through the innate ability to bring growth and change? Examining the Parable of the Seed Growing teaches us how Christ transforms our lives, even when we can’t see it.
Crafting the Two Minute Testimony
Learn to share your faith effectively with our step-by-step guide, complete with a helpful chart. Discover how to captivate your audience and point them to Jesus in just two minutes.
The Lord’s Prayer Explained
In this blog post, we will explore the significance of the Lord's Prayer. When viewed as an outline instead of a formula, we discover prayer’s transformative power of worship, aligning with God's will, addressing your needs, and finding strength.
4 Heart Conditions that Impact Your Spiritual Fruitfulness
Where are you on your spiritual journey? The Parable of the Sower is a quick guide to assessing your heart’s soil, and in this blog, we examine how our receptiveness to the Gospel indicates our fruitfulness.