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What to Do When God Doesn't Make Sense

Life often presents situations that challenge our understanding of God's character and promises. Through Abraham's test of sacrificing Isaac, we learn vital lessons about trusting God when circumstances seem contradictory. The key responses include trusting in God's power, demonstrated through past faithfulness; relying on His provision, as shown by the ram provided for sacrifice; and holding firm to His promises, which find ultimate fulfillment in Christ. These principles guide believers through seasons of confusion and uncertainty, teaching us to rest in God's faithfulness rather than our own understanding.

The Delight of Christ

Finding joy in seeking those who are spiritually lost - exploring Jesus's heart for reaching others through powerful parables in Luke 15. Discover the transformative patterns of loss, searching, and celebration that reveal God's deep love for every individual. Learn practical ways to build meaningful relationships with non-believers and share your faith effectively. In this sermon, Eric Jones II shares why every Christian should strive to share Jesus Christ with those who are lost.

What's in Your Wallet

Money management is vital to Christian discipleship, revealing our true values and priorities. Through the parable of the shrewd manager in Luke 16 , we learn five key principles for managing God's resources: being careful, clear-sighted, calculating, commended, and contrasting. Pastor Matt Shackelford shares how these principles emphasize that everything belongs to God and we are merely stewards of His resources. Good stewardship involves making strategic decisions, using temporary resources for eternal impact, and living differently than worldly financial patterns.

The Hope for Prodigals

The parable of the prodigal son illustrates two paths that lead away from God - rebellion and religious self-righteousness. In this sermon, Pastor Matt Shackelford reads from Luke 15:1-10. In this passage, the younger son represents open defiance through lovelessness, idolatry, and wasteful living, while the older brother exemplifies religious pride and works-based faith. God's response to those who return is marked by eager anticipation, deep compassion, and complete restoration. This powerful story demonstrates that whether lost through rebellion or religious pride, God's unconditional love and grace provide the only way home.

Dramatic Demands

Following Jesus demands more than casual commitment - it requires placing Him above all other relationships and priorities. True discipleship involves sacrificial love, careful consideration of the cost, and a willingness to endure hardship. Christians must function as salt and light in the world, having a distinctive presence that influences others toward Christ. This transformative journey isn't powered by willpower, but by understanding the ultimate value of following Jesus.

Dramatic Invitation

Jesus uses dinner parables to teach profound lessons about salvation, humility, and sharing God's invitation. He reveals himself as the perfect host who welcomes all through love and mercy, not religious rule-keeping. True participation in God's kingdom requires genuine humility and acknowledgment of our spiritual poverty. We are called to share this invitation aggressively but lovingly, especially with those who are hurting and broken. The message emphasizes the urgency of accepting and sharing God's invitation while warning against letting worldly concerns become excuses for non-participation.

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Revelation 8 gives a picture of God's wrath in the end times. Suffice to say, it's not a pretty picture. Scripture tells us that the consequence of sin is more sin, and we see that in our times today. In this episode of Moment of Truth, Pastor Matt Shackelford reads Revelation 8 and discusses the importance of sharing the gospel with others while we still have time.

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In this episode, Pastor Matt shares the things he is thankful for! It has been an amazing year at Central Church and on Moment of Truth. We are truly grateful for what God is doing in Collierville, TN.

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Are we ever truly happy? Our state of happiness can be there one day and gone the next. But joy transcends our current circumstances. Joy sticks around when times are bad. Pastor Matt looks at 1 Peter 1 as we see what it means to rejoice in an inheritance that is imperishable, undefiled, and unfading.

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Gay to Christian Testimony - Homosexuality Was My Identity

Becket spent over 25 years pursuing the desires we all desperately want as human beings: relationships, love, intimacy, support, and affirmation. Undeniably, these desires had a unique grip on his heart that was incomparable to any other desire. They carried with them emotions that vastly impacted his will, intentions, and actions and became a unique part of his identity.The problem with this is that he was not created to have an identity rooted in sexual orientation or human relationships. No one is. We were created to have an identity rooted in God. If that's off, all of our desires are off and we find ourselves chasing things that we were never supposed to pursue. Homosexual relationships are one of those things. It stands contrary to God's moral will for mankind. But we don't have to stand as enemies of God. Through Jesus Christ, there is hope for new life. There is hope for salvation.

Becket's story portrays this truth with such kindness and from an intimate understanding of your life experiences, thoughts, and desires. May you see his love for you, God's love for you, as you watch it.

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Regardless of what you have done in your life, redemption is provided to you through Jesus Christ. Just like Becket, even if you have found your identity in worthless things, God died for you. He can make you a new creation and save you from a terrible fate if you call out to Him. If you are broken over your sin, call out to God in repentance and faith in Jesus Christ that He will redeem you.

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Buy Becket's book, A Change of Affection: A Gay Man's Incredible Story of Redemption https://www.amazon.com/Change-Affection-Incredible-Story-Redemption/dp/B07KMDWM1T/

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Rape Story - I Forgave My Rapist answers the question, "Should abortion be allowed in cases of rape?"

After being raped and impregnated in her own home, Elise gave birth to a beautiful daughter that changed her life forever. Despite the rape pregnancy, Elise experienced the grace of God through the gift of children and it enabled her to extended forgiveness towards her rapist. This is the redeeming power of Jesus Christ.

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Regardless of what you have done in your life, redemption is provided to you through Jesus Christ. Just like this rapist, even if you have done terrible things, God died for you. He can make you a new creation and save you from a terrible fate if you call out to Him. If you are broken over your sin, call out to God in repentance and faith in Jesus Christ that He will redeem you.

You don't know which day will be your last. Today is the day to repent and put your faith in Jesus Christ.

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Christians in India need prayer from those united in Christ.

After watching his father radically transform from drunkard to born-again Christian, Jimmy was lead to the Lord. His life in India, a nation where only 3% of the population are Christian, would never be the same. Through putting His trust in the one true God, Jesus Christ, Jimmy began to notice a love for God and for the people of India unlike ever before.

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Regardless of what you have done in your life, redemption is provided to you through Jesus Christ. Just like Jimmy, even if you have done terrible things, God died for you. He can make you a new creation and save you from a terrible fate if you call out to Him. If you are broken over your sin, call out to God in repentance and faith in Jesus Christ that He will redeem you.

You don't know which day will be your last. Today is the day to repent and put your faith in Jesus Christ.

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I Deserve Hell is Mark Spence's story like you've never heard it before.

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Do you ever think about the bad things you've done in your life? After organizing a heist to steal hundreds of jeans, Mark's plans were abruptly impeded and changed. Once he reflected upon and understood the evil intentions of his heart, Mark called out to the Savior, Jesus Christ. God graciously transformed him and gave him the free gift of everlasting life.

Christ's intervention in Mark's life made him a new creation and saved him from a terrible fate. If you are broken over your sin, you can get right with God by confessing with your mouth that Jesus is Lord, and believing in your heart that God raised Him from the dead.

You don't know which day will be your last. Today is the day to repent and put your faith in Jesus Christ.

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Relativism Abandoned: A powerful story about existence and truth.

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Relativism, the foundational worldview of Phil, is challenged when he is asked, “How do you know what you believe is true?” Determined to know, “What is truth?” Phil embarks on a journey to question and objectively examine the claims that molded his beliefs about life and existence. When his quest forces him to review the deity of Jesus Christ, his life is changed forever…

We challenge you to search for truth yourselves because the truth will set you free.

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10 Out Of 10 People Die is Ray Comfort’s Christian testimony like you’ve never heard it before.

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When will I die? How will I die? These are questions everyone asks. You can die at any moment. Someday, you will die and in an instance be placed in front of a Holy God who will hold you accountable for all of your thoughts and actions. As a sinner, your only hope is in the perfect life of Jesus Christ. He took the penalty for your sins and if you repent and trust in Him, God will give you everlasting life. Don't wait until tomorrow...your eternity depends on it.

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