How does your life's example create ripples into the hearts and lives of others? That's a question we'll answer with the truths of Scripture. We'll hone in on five characteristics:1. We are more than talk2. We are imitators of Christ3. We have enduring joy4. We are not who we used to be5. We anticipate the return of ChristOur lives are naturally an example of the thing(s) we're following. As we long to set an example of our Savior Jesus Christ, we pursue Him in faith!This message was recorded...

Over the summer we'll study about how seemingly small acts and decisions that we make today can have a vast impact on our future and the future of others. We're calling this new series The Butterfly Effect.Today, we're looking at this biblical ideas of sowing and reaping. There are three main principles we'll discuss:1. We reap what we sow2. We reap more than we sow3. We reap later than we sowGalatians 6:8 says, "For the one who sows to his own flesh will from the flesh reap corruption, but t...

Application abounds at the beginning of Acts 20. As Paul continues his missionary journey with the hope of providing encouragement to surrounding churches, we'll focus on five key ideas:1. The people gathered together on Sunday2. They used the space they had3. There was a biblical teaching by a sacrificial leader4. The people were undeterred by circumstances5. They enjoyed a meal togetherWe can also note the characteristics of exhortation, persistence and sacrifice from Paul and his group in ...

In this message in Acts 19, we will talk about the similarity between idol worship then and now. In this passage, we will examine: 1. The undeniable attachment to idols.2. The unhinged reaction to Christianity.3. The uncommon emergence of civility.Our hope is that we will be better educated on the reality of idolatry today so that we can show people the worthlessness in following idols and the greatness in following Jesus.This message was recorded live at Transform Church in Memphis, TN....

It all starts with a boldness about the truth of the Bible. That's what we find in this episode of Acts 19. Based off that statement, we'll hone in further on four core thoughts:1. Some will reject the truth2. The truth will be confirmed3. Selfish charlatans will emerge4. Repentance will rain downWe aim to be those who boldly speak the truth of God's Word at all times and in all places.This message was recorded live at Transform Church in Memphis, TN. For more information about our church, vi...

Happy Mother's Day! Family is core to who we are at Transform Church, so we're pausing our series in Acts to celebrate moms and dwell upon three thoughts about children:1) Children are a gift from God2) Children are in need of protection3) Children should be entrusted to GodWe must be those who look for opportunities to invest in the next generation. We must be those who pray, teach and support the families and children around us. This message was recorded live at Transform Church in Memphis,...

We encounter an interesting dialogue at the beginning of Acts 19. As we study it, we'll attempt to think through three different questions:1. Are you a disciple who is simply following a religious path?2. Are you a disciple who appreciates the significance of the Holy Spirit?3. Are you a disciple of Jesus Christ?Jesus Christ is the only name on earth by which man can be saved. This episode in Ephesus begins with wayward folks, but concludes emphatically in verse 5:"On hearing this, they were ...

We're excited to resume our Launch series, picking back up in Acts 18. We'll look at two heroes of the Christian faith: Paul and Apollos.Paul was a person of unrestricted purpose. We see in our text that his purpose drove him to discipline and drove him to be on the move.Apollos was a person of unquestioned passion. His passion was humbly anchored to the truth and drove him to powerfully proclaim in public. The purpose and passion of these two men were rooted in the life, death and resurrecti...

The call of Christ is serious for every single person. As we open to Luke 9, we'll examine two core thoughts:1. The call of Christ and the supremacy of Christ2. Difficulties present themselves but a decision must be madeWhen Jesus says, "Follow me," we acknowledge the first step in the Christian life is obedience to those two words. Often times, we add a stipulation to our pursuit of Christ.However, Jesus' call demands submission of our whole being. In the end, to be outside the Kingdom is to...

As we anchor our time in Scripture and reflect on the lyrics of O Praise the Name, a popular song from Hillsong, we will dwell on four truths:1. Jesus' second coming will lift the curse of sin2. Jesus' second coming is exciting if the Bible is of utmost importance3. Jesus' second coming will bring judgement for all people4. Jesus' second coming is preceded by an invitationPhilippians chapter two verse 10 says, "so that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and und...