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When someone asks how you're doing, how often is the answer "busy"? Today's church is full of people who are too busy to be effective, and that's exactly how the devil wants it! God didn't design our lives to be defined by how busy we are, and if you're tired of being tired, this message is for you.In Week 3 of "Playing Church," we look at three warning signs of the modern busyness plague and how to recalibrate a life centered on what matters.

From the very beginning of the church, we've been warned about wolves in sheep's clothing. If you've been hurt in a church, you've probably encountered one. But how we can recognize and root this behavior out before the betrayals happen? In week 2 of "Playing Church," Pastor Jason dives into 4 ways that we can identify these wolves and the importance of protecting our church community from them.

Church is messy. Why? Because it's run by people, of course! Despite over 2,000 years of practice, Christians are still trying to figure out how to do church without frustration, fatigue, and hurt. If you've experienced any of these (or more) in a church, you're not alone. In this new series, we'll dive into what the Bible says about fixing the spots where the church at large has gone wrong. This week, we key in on the importance of running the race of life together.

Are we living in the end times? Is there such thing as a gay Christian? Was the world actually made in a week? Did Adam and Eve have belly buttons? That last one came from Kid City, but you all brought some heat for the final week of Elephant in the Room where Pastor Jason answers all of your Bible and Church questions. This is a compilation of over 30 more Biblical answers to questions that too often go overlooked, or simply unspokemon, in the church.

Is the modern Israel the same as Biblical Israel? What is the Book of Enoch? What do we actually know about heaven and hell? Are we living in the end times? These are just a few examples of countless common questions that Christians have that very rarely get answered in a church setting. Well, this starts our annual two week series answering as many of your Bible and church questions as we possibly can!There have been so many questions this year that this is a combination of all three of our services from this past Sunday. If you have any questions you want to submit for Week 2, we still have room, so head over to centerpointtn.com and send them in!

In his last days, David made a mistake that would cost the lives of 70,000 people. And yet, the last words he would write were filled with praises for God. In the face of all the mistakes you've made and trials you've been through, what do you want your legacy to be? In the final week of "Beautifully Broken," we study David's costly decision to take a census in 2 Samuel 24 3-24, and his final writings that would follow in Psalm 145.

Have you ever heard of someone having a "God-given" talent? Maybe you've even been told that about a gift you have. But the value of those gifts is determined by how we use them, and using them for our own gain over God's glory often leads to our demise. In Week 8 of our journey through the life of David, we pick out 5 mistakes David's son Absalom makes in 2 Samuel to sabotage his gifts and purpose for selfish gain. Just as importantly, we study David's humility in his response.

Nobody likes drama. It's inevitably going to pop up, and if drama isn't taken care of, it typically leads to more. Whether it be in a family, friend group, or even church, how we respond to drama determines the effect that it's able to have. In Week 7 of "Beautifully Broken," we study 2 Samuel 13 and 14 where David and his son Absalom have paralleling situations, but far different reactions.

Have you ever prayed and gotten no answer? Or even worse, the answer was the opposite of what you hoped for? The Bible is actually full of examples of God saying no, even to some of His most faithful followers. In Week 6 of "Beautifully Broken," we study a very difficult passage in 2 Samuel 12:13-23 where David pleads for his child's life... and God ultimately says no. But that no wasn't left without hope.

You've heard of sin, you've even committed one or two, but do you know how it works? Satan has done everything he can to minimize how we view sin, while also maximizing the burdens we carry from it. But God's truth about sin is no secret. In week 5 of "Beautifully Broken," we study the process of David's adultery in 2 Samuel 11 to pick out six keys to understanding and combatting sin.

When something seems too good to be true, there are only two options, right? Either it is or it isn't. But too often with God, we CHOOSE to believe his blessings can't be real because of our own circumstances. In week 4 of "Beautifully Broken," we continue our Bible study of the life of David by comparing two stories on how to (and how not to) handle the times we feel completely undeserving of God's grace, mercy, and love.

Not all pain is created equal. The worst hurt we can experience is often from those we love and value most, but our response to betrayal dictates our healing. In Week 3 of "Beautifully Broken," we study the deterioration of David and Saul's relationship to answer one question: Do you want to handle hurt like David or Saul?

The story of David and Goliath may be the most famous story in the Bible, but what does it actually have to do with us today? The giants we face now can feel far greater than any ancient warrior, but the weapons God provides us to defeat them never change. As we continue our journey through the life of David, we dive into 1 Samuel 16 and 17 to find 5 characteristics God still looks for in a giant killer.

Who does God use to make an impact? If the Bible consistently tells us anything, it's that He often uses the most broken and least qualified. So what's stopping Him from using you? As we begin our journey through the story of David in 1 Samuel 15 & 16, Pastor Jason Baugh guides us through 5 questions to prepare for the calling God has on our own lives.

How do you define success? Whether it’s financial, social, or corporate, we often measure our own worth based on our achievements. But God’s definition of success is much different from ours. As we wrap up our series “Remember the Miracles,” Pastor Jeremy DeLoach guides us through the book of James to see the value of perseverance.

Miracles don't always happen immediately. Sometimes healing is a process, and sometimes the answer to our prayer isn't what we want. But in the waiting, it's so easy for us to forget everything God has done to deliver us to where we are. In part 2 of "Remember the Miracles," we dive into the importance of gratitude to our spiritual growth by studying the story of Jesus healing 10 lepers in Luke 17:11-19.

How much has God done in your life that you've forgotten about? The Old Testament follows a cycle of God delivering the Israelites only for them to forget His faithfulness, and it's easy for us to fall in the same trap. As we cast our vision for 2026, we study the memorial stones in Joshua chapter 4 to see the importance God places on remembering his goodness and passing on our testimonies to the next generation.

The upper room was a significant place for Jesus and his disciples, but they weren't meant to stay there after the resurrection. And just like the disciples, we're not called to stay where Jesus meets us. In the final week of "All I Need is a Miracle," we read John 20:19-29 where Jesus makes it clear that he wants to use US to carry out the miracles others are praying for.

You set the limit on what God can do in your life. God's definition of what is possible is far different from ours, but too often we settle for what we can map out and understand ourselves. As we read from Mark 6 and John 6, we see the 12 discliples do the exact same thing. But just like Jesus is waiting to do in our lives today, he shows that we can't box a miracle into our own limitations by feeding the 5,000 (and then 4,000 more).

Christmas feels different for everyone. For some it is a time filled with joy, love, and family, and for others it is a season of grief, memories, and loneliness. But Jesus is ready to meet you wherever you are, just as he did the woman in Nain in Luke 7:11-17. That's the setting for the next miracle in our Christmas series, as we see firsthand the miracles God wants to work through us in our own seasons of emptiness.

Have you ever been hurt by people within the church? It's inevitable. However big or small, intentional or not, these wounds cut deeper than most we'll ever experience. But God is bigger than the pain that any one person may cause. In Week 4 of "All I Need is a Miracle," we study the final earthly miracle of Jesus before his resurrection (the healing of an ear) to see how Jesus responds to pain inflicted by one of his own disciples.

You may have heard the story of Jesus casting out demons into pigs from Mark 5:1-20. It's one of the most bizarre miracles recorded in the Bible, but why did Jesus go out of his way to have this encounter with a "legion" of demons? In Week 3 of "All I Need is a Miracle," we answer that question and find out how it still applies to us today!

"With great healing comes great responsibility." It's not exactly what the Bible (or Uncle Ben) says, but it's what Jesus tells us through his miraculous healing of the man with the mat in John 5:1-15. As we continue to look at some of the miracles of Jesus, we discuss why being healed is so much more than a moment - it's a call to help others.

Jesus performed around 40 miracles recorded in the Bible, and it all started with turning water into wine. But why did Jesus go out of his way to do this, and what can we learn from it now? Today, we begin this new series looking at different miracles of Jesus by diving into John 2:1-11.

Is there an area of your life where you feel stuck? Well, maybe you've built a house where God only intended you to set up camp for a season. As we're joined by Pastor Nic Smith from River Lake Church in Glasgow, KY, we look into areas of our lives where God may be asking you to take the first step towards a radical change.

What is the place of God in government? More importantly, what is the place of God in your life, your job, and even your relationships? As we look at the life of William Wilberforce, we'll learn how God used this hero of the faith to bring about an incredible change after years of being told it was impossible.

Science says that we have around 70,000 thoughts every day, but how many of them are positive? If you feel like you have no control over all those thoughts, you're not alone. And that means this message is for you! As we wrap up "The Masks We Wear," we dive into how the Bible says to replace those bad thoughts with the truth of God.

Getting married is easy, but staying married? That takes a daily choice of sacrifice and forgiveness, and the Bible has a LOT to say about both of those things. As we take off another mask we tend to hide behind, we dive into 5 ways to maintain and regulate a healthy marriage.

"I'm doing great, how are you?" We've all been guilty of saying this, and some of us are programmed to answer any question with a phrase like this. But what if we weren't meant to hide our struggles behind a mask of seeming fine? In this new series, we'll be looking at the lies we try and tell others and ourselves. The Bible gives us a blueprint to boldly take our masks off and use our experiences to help others!

Have you ever gotten a warning from God? Whether it be a feeling in your stomach or an interaction sent your way, God has a way of letting us know when something is off in our spiritual lives. As we finish our study of the book of Malachi, we discuss how we can identify God's warning signs in our lives and embrace the hope that's waiting on the other side of them.

Why does God want your money? He's all-knowing and all-powerful, and he created everything in the first place. As we continue studying the book of Malachi, we find out why money itself means nothing to God. Giving is an act of worship, and God won't bless what we aren't willing to give to Him.

If God is love, does that mean He can't hate? There are actually several things that get this label from God in the label, and divorce is one of them. In week 2 of our journey through the book of Malachi, we learn about the true purpose marriage has and why God takes ending marriage so seriously.

When it comes to your spiritual life, what are you giving to God? Whether it's time, attention, or effort, it's easy to fall into the trap of only giving God whatever is left over from our own priorities. As we start our journey through the book of Malachi, we find God telling the Israelites that he is worthy of more than just their (and our) leftovers.

"Because God said so." Have you ever gotten this answer when asking a question about the Bible? Our entire faith is placed in God's Word, but it can be difficult for us to defend when, how, or even why it was put together. In Week 4 of “TikTok Theology,” we take a broad look at how the Bible was assembled and why we can still trust it thousands of years from the original Scriptures being written.

Hell is a real place. It’s not as fun to talk about as heaven, but if we don’t, we risk diminishing just how powerful the death and resurrection of Jesus is. In Week 3 of “TikTok Theology,” we look at 4 reasons why a loving God would allow people to go to hell.

Spoiler: it's true. You don't have to go church to be a Christian, but God didn't design this walk to be one that's done alone. Church is more than a building: it's a community. As we continue taking on "Tiktok Theology," we zoom in on four reasons the Bible gives us to make church a priority.

What is the one thing you want most in life? If your answer is happiness, you're not alone. Society has taught us that the ultimate goal for ourselves and others is to be happy, but what if God designed us for so much more? In the first edition of "TikTok Theology," we look at the dangers of settling for temporary happiness over longterm joy.

You may have heard the story of the prodigal son, but have you ever considered who YOU are in that story? As we round out our "Guest List" series, Pastor Adam French joins us for a message on the importance of being an image bearer for God and not a barrier keeping people from him.

Have you ever felt “on fire” for Jesus? How long did that feeling last? Just like a real fire, work has to go into maintaining the fire the Holy Spirit lights inside of you. As we continue our “Guest List” series, Pastor Brennan Washington from City Light Church gives us 5 ways to fuel that fire and promote spiritual growth in our lives.

Are you dealing with emotional overload? It's okay to say yes, we promise. We've all carried far more than we should at one point or another, and if you find yourself doing that right now, this message is for you. As we continue our "Guest List" series, Pastor Clint Lamberth goes through the strategy that Jesus gives us to help let go of what isn't ours to carry in the first place.

In parenting and in life, following the crowd is easy. But God calls us to lead out of conviction, not convenience. As our "Guest List" series continues, Pastor Terrell Somerville from Freedom Church in Gallatin joins us for a message on intentional parenting.

The book of Proverbs can be a little tough to read on the surface, so we had to bring in three of our favorite speakers to break it down! In this special 3 in 30, our own Steve Hines, Jeremy DeLoach, and Lauren Pugh each bring a message from a different passage of one of Scripture's most complex but applicable books.

Every journey in Christ is different. Sometimes we spend years running away from God, and other times we spend years resting in comfort after initially being on fire for Christ. But no matter what, God's purpose is always waiting for us. As we wrap up our series "When Jesus Ruined My Life," we examine two very different journeys in faith: a tax collector and a religious teacher.

Being around Jesus isn't the same as knowing Jesus. We can know scripture, we can go to church, but it's our heart that God is seeking above all else. For the next stop in our series "When Jesus Ruined My Life," we see how frutiless knowledge can be without the boldness to step out in faith.

How will you be remembered? In the case of Pontius Pilate, his legacy is tied to the death of Jesus. As we continue through our series "When Jesus Ruined My Life," we dive into the problem with passivity and the importance of acting boldly against the crowd.

Around here, we say Jesus changes everything. But what happens when "everything" includes parts of our lives we don't want to change? As we start this new series, we look at the familiar story of Zacchaeus. While you may only remember the catchy song about it from Vacation Bible School, this story holds a powerful lesson for us.

Why did Jesus go out of his way to tell us to love our enemies? Because he knew how equally difficult AND powerful that is. As Pastor Brandon Petty from Generation Church in Portland joins us, we see Jonah wrestling with this same problem. In the end, he learns that he has a bit more in common with the people he hated than he ever would've imagined.

We don't like making sacrifices. It's human nature. But what if the one thing you refuse to let go of is the one thing keeping you from what God has for you? As we wrap up this two week series, we look at the faith Abraham displayed by being willing to sacrifice his own son, Isaac.

You've heard the Gospel called "the good news," but Jesus gives us plenty of bad news to wrestle with. In week 1 of this new series, we discuss John 15:18-25 where Jesus famously warns that his followers will be hated by the world, but only because it hated him first.

God doesn't call us to be perfect, He calls us to be faithful. Throughout the Bible we see story after story of God using imperfect people for incredible things. In this special Mother's Day message, we go to the book of Micah to examine the qualities God is looking for us to exhibit as a reflection of His goodness.