Mid-Cities Church Sermon Podcast

👋 Goodbye Individualism!This week, we begin a brand-new series called Goodbye! We say goodbye to living life for ourselves and hello to a life centered on Christ, connected to His people, and committed to serving His body. Watch as Pastor Andrew Strand takes us through this week’s message, Goodbye To Individualism, as we kick off this new series!

What kind of King have we been searching for? Throughout history, every earthly king has fallen short, leaving us longing for a King who is perfectly faithful, righteous, and worthy of our trust.In the final week of Chronicles of the Kings, we turn our eyes to Jesus—the King of Kings. Watch as Pastor Will Brown takes us through the final week of Chronicles Of The Kings and discover why He is the King our hearts have been waiting for.

 What do we do when life is going well? Is it possible to depend on God in difficult seasons, yet slowly begin relying on ourselves when the pressure fades?In Week 7 of Chronicles of the Kings, we look at the life of Hezekiah, a king who trusted God through impossible circumstances but later struggled with pride and self-reliance. Watch as Pastor Obed Borrero takes us through Week 7 of Chronicles Of The kings and discover why our greatest need is to keep our eyes fixed on Christ in every season.The King Who Needed God Desperately, Until He Didn’t - Chronicles Of The kings (Week 7)

What happens when God's people lose sight of His Word? And what can happen when they rediscover it?In Week 6 of Chronicles of the Kings, we look at the life of Josiah, a king whose heart was transformed when God's Word was rediscovered. Watch as Pastor Ben Chapman takes us through Josiah, The King Who Rediscovered the Word and discover how God's Word still has the power to transform lives today.

Can God really forgive someone who has gone too far? What if the mistakes, failures, and sins in our lives feel too great to overcome?In Week 4 of Chronicles of the Kings, we look at the life of Manasseh, a king whose story reveals both the depth of human sin and the incredible depth of God's mercy. Listen as Pastor Andrew Strand takes us through The King Who Found Mercy and week 4 of Chronicles Of The Kings and discover the hope that is found in the mercy of God.

In Week 3 of Chronicles of the Kings, we look at the life of Solomon, a king who began with a heart devoted to God but slowly allowed other loves to take His place. Through Solomon's story, we are reminded that even good things can become dangerous when they become ultimate things.Watch as Pastor Andrew Strand takes us through Week 3 of Chronicles of the Kings and discover how God calls us to remain fully devoted to Him.

In Week 2 of Chronicles of the Kings, we look at the life of David, a shepherd who became king and a man after God's own heart. Through David's story, we see that God chooses differently than people, values a surrendered heart over outward appearance, and calls us to trust Him in the face of fear. Watch as Pastor Mike Cantrell takes us through Week 2 of The Chronicles of the Kings and discover why Jesus is the better David.

What happens when the approval of people matters more than obedience to God? When fear becomes our guide, compromise is never far behind.In Week 1 of Chronicles of the Kings, we look at the life of Saul, Israel's first king. His story reveals how insecurity, the fear of man, and the desire to preserve his own image led him away from God's will. Watch as Pastor Obed takes us through Week 1 of Chronicles of the Kings and discover why obedience to God will always matter more than the approval of people.

As humans, we all go through difficult seasons and struggles with one another. Relationships can face conflict, hurt, and tension. So how are we called to handle those moments?Listen as Pastor Andrew Strand takes us through what the Bible says about reconciliation and how God can bring healing and restoration to our relationships.

Sometimes we feel the pressure of life, to hold everything together and always know what to do.But God never intended for us to carry it all on our own.Watch as Pastor Andrew Strand takes us through what the Bible says about releasing the pressure of life and finding peace in God’s truth.

After a challenging season, this message reminds us of the importance of slowing down and relying fully on God. Watch as Pastor Daniel Stephens takes us through the story of Jesus and Peter walking on water shows us what true faith looks like. If you’ve felt overwhelmed, distracted, or distant, this is a reminder to refocus the gaze of your soul back on Jesus.

Is heaven and hell real? Many of us have heard about these places our entire lives, but it can still raise big questions about whether they truly exist. Many of us wrestle with questions about eternity. Listen as Pastor Andrew Strand walks through what the Bible says about heaven and hell in Week 4 of our series, The Big Questions. In this message, we explore what Scripture and why it matters for our lives today.

Why is there so much evil in the world and where did it come from? From the fall in Genesis to the spread of sin through humanity. Listen as Pastor Andrew Strand takes us through what the Bible says about evil in Week 3 of our series, The Big Questions!

A big question many of us wrestle with is whether the Bible is truly reliable,  and what Jesus’ view of Scripture really is.These are the questions Pastor Morgan Stephens breaks down in Week 2 of our series, The Big Questions.

The resurrection of Jesus was a historical event that changed the world forever. Listen as Pastor Andrew Strand talks about the resurrection of Jesus and why it matters as we begin our new series, “The Big Questions!”

This Sunday, we had the honor of welcoming Pastor Stephen Mansfield as our guest speaker. In this powerful message, he shares 7 important points on how the Lord is calling a people to revival in this generation!

We don’t like to wait, especially when it comes to big life decisions. So we fill the waiting with distractions, avoid it, or try to rush the process. But what if there’s a better way? Listen as Pastor Leah Hammett takes us through the final week of All Up In Your Business!

How do we deal with conflicts with people when they arise? What about conflicts with God? Listen as Pastor Obed Borrero unpacks James 4 and shares how we can resolve these conflicts and experience restoration in relationships!

Words have power. Because of this, we need to be careful with what we say.Watch as Pastor Andrew Strand takes us through the book of James and what it teaches about the power of the tongue in James chapter 3.This message is Week 4 of our sermon series, “All Up In Your Business."

What does authentic faith in God look like? Listen as Pastors Andrew Strand and Mike Cantrell discuss James 2 and how we can apply it to our lives!

In life, God calls us to a destination. Along the way, we often find ourselves in valleys of frustration. Listen as Pastor Donnell Jones shares God's purpose for us in the valleys and how we can discover Jesus in the journey.

How can we be more than just hearers of the Word and instead be doers? What does the Bible say about being slow to speak and slow to anger? Watch as Pastor Andrew Strand answers these questions in week two of All Up in Your Business!

We deal with people being in our business every day, Facebook comments and opinions about our lives. Maybe God has something to say about these things. Watch as Pastor Andrew Strand takes us through the book of James in our new sermon series, All Up in Your Business!

What makes us different from demons? Listen as guest speaker Pastor Mike Trimmer delivers a powerful message and walks us through what the Bible says about how we can be different from demons!

How do we find peace with others? Do you bring peace to those around you, or do you bring chaos, problems, and drama? Listen as Pastor Mike Cantell continues our Missing Peace series by exploring how we can find peace with others biblically.

We all go through seasons of anxiety and a lack of peace. How do we move away from anxiety and find peace within ourselves? Listen as Pastor Andrew Strand takes us through what the Bible says about finding peace within.

In our culture, many people are missing peace. How do we find peace within ourselves, with God, with others, and even with our future? Listen as Pastor Andrew Strand takes us through week one of our new series, The Missing Peace, and what the Bible says about having peace with God.

To start the year off, it’s good to go back to the basics. If we want to love God with all our heart, mind, and soul, we must first understand what Christ has done for us. Listen as Pastor Andrew Strand takes us through practical ways to grow with God by returning to the basics!

What do we when we feel comfortable, but stuck because of fear? Listen as Pastor Obed Borrero shares how we can turn away from relying on fake peace and begin receiving true peace in the Lord that frees us to send us!

In the midst of our sin, God demonstrated His love for us. Listen as Pastor Andrew Strand takes us through the story of the cross and how Jesus demonstrated His love for us in week two of our Crown Him Christmas series!

How do we know God is always with us? Listen as Pastor Andrew Strand takes us through our new Christmas series, Crown Him, and shares what the Bible says about the story of Jesus and how we can receive God in our challenges and pain!

What Truth Is the Word Reflecting to You? What is Scripture revealing about your heart? Listen as Pastor Jennifer Beyer walks us through the story of Jacob!

How do we keep routine maintenance in our Word and our relationship with God? Listen as Pastor Andrew Strand takes us through what the Bible says about keeping routine maintenance in our lives!

How do we love people in a way that is authentic, intentional, and Spirit-led? Listen as Pastor Andrew Strand concludes our sermon series My City. My Church. with a powerful message on what the Bible says about loving people!

God sends us, just like he sent the son. Listen as Pastor Andrew Strand takes us through what the Bible says about how we send people in a way that is authentic, intentional, and spirit led!

What does it mean to be a generous people? How can we give in a way that is authentic, intentional, and Spirit-led? Listen as Pastor Daniel Stephens answers these questions in week 3 of our sermon series, My City, My Church!

How can we make disciples in a way that is authentic, intentional, and Spirit-led? Who are you discipling and helping grow in their faith and understanding of God’s Word? Listen as Pastor Andrew Strand answers these questions and takes us through week two of our new series, My City,My Church!

How can we reach people with the Gospel? How do we do it in a way that’s authentic, intentional, and Spirit-led? Watch as Pastor Daniel Stephens kicks off our new series, My City, My Church!

Listen as Pastor Daniel Stephens shares what the Bible says about receiving Jesus’ grace and avoiding the distractions of the world.

Listen as Pastor Andrew Strand dives into the Book of Esther and reminds us that Jesus is always at work, even when we can’t see it. Behind the scenes, God is moving in powerful ways. Stay faithful, trust His timing, and remember that His plan is always unfolding!

How can we stay rooted in solitude and prayer? Listen as Pastor Andrew Strand concludes this series by sharing practical ways to remain grounded in prayer and solitude, and discover what the Bible teaches about living this out.

How can we stay rooted in our community and spiritual friendships? Listen as Pastor Daniel Stephens talks about the importance of these relationships, and how they can be healing!

What does it mean to be rooted in rest? Listen as Pastor Daniel Stephens explores what the Bible says about how Jesus offers us rest!

Listen as Pastor Andrew Strand talks about being rooted in Christ and His Word as he kicks off our new sermon series, Deep Roots!

What does the Bible say about Confession? Listen how Pastor Daniel Stephens shares and explains the Guidelines for Confession!

What should we do when the God of the universe gives us an invitation? Listen as Pastor Andrew Strand shares what God is inviting us to and how we should respond to the God of invitation!

What does the Bible say about leadership transitions in a church? Watch as Pastor Daniel Stephens shares from 2 Timothy and Acts about healthy leadership transitions and how God can heal hurts.

What does it mean to be truly happy as a follower of Jesus? Watch as Pastor Andrew Strand shares how Psalm 1 lays out God's wisdom for true happiness and being blessed!

How can we be sure of our salvation in Christ? Watch as Pastor Daniel Stephens explains how the sealing work of the Holy Spirit gives us confidence and assurance in Jesus and His gospel!

How does the Holy Spirit give us power? Listen as Pastor Daniel Stephens shares how the Holy Spirit empowers God's people and how we can participate in His purposes!