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Paul’s letter to the Corinthians speaks straight into today’s crisis of leadership credibility, showing that true authority comes not from image or power but from humility, sincerity, and service. Against accusations of being unimpressive, unreliable, and unloving, Paul points us back to the faithfulness of God and the gospel that shapes authentic leadership. His words remind us that all of God’s promises find their “yes” in Jesus, transforming our past, present, and future. Listen to this sermon as Jason Harris unpacks how Paul’s vision of leadership offers a powerful and hopeful model for our time. ________ Sign up for Central’s newsletters here. Visit us on our website to learn more.   Follow us on Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook.  

The Apostle Paul’s second letter to the Corinthians reveals not only his deepest struggles but also the central truth that God’s power is made perfect in weakness. In a world where the church’s credibility is often questioned, Paul offers a radically different vision of leadership—one marked by authenticity, humility, and shared vulnerability. Through suffering, we discover God’s comfort and are called to become “wounded healers” who bring hope to others. Listen to this sermon as Jason Harris unpacks how Paul’s message speaks powerfully into our own credibility crisis and shows us the transformative power of the gospel in the midst of suffering. ________ Sign up for Central’s newsletters here. Visit us on our website to learn more. Follow us on Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook.

In this sermon, Rev. Luke Miedema draws from the story of Jesus feeding the five thousand to remind us that true satisfaction isn’t found in better circumstances, but in Christ himself. Just as Jesus multiplied a meager offering into an abundant feast, he invites us to taste the goodness of his kingdom even in the wilderness seasons of life. And from that abundance, he calls us to join him in feeding a hungry world with the grace we’ve received. Listen to this sermon as Rev. Luke Miedema unpacks how Jesus gives us both a kingdom meal and a kingdom mission Listen to this sermon as Rev. Aaron Baker unpacks how God’s inscrutable grace offers hope, forgiveness, and renewal for us all ________ Sign up for Central’s newsletters here. Visit us on our website to learn more. Follow us on Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook.

Saul’s story on the road to Damascus reminds us that no one is beyond the reach of God’s transforming grace. What begins in violence and hatred is turned into a witness of mercy, showing that Jesus meets us in our blindness and opens our eyes to new life. This is a family story that tells us who we are and how we got here—people redeemed by a love we could never earn. Listen to this sermon as Rev. Aaron Baker unpacks how God’s inscrutable grace offers hope, forgiveness, and renewal for us all. ________ Sign up for Central’s newsletters here. Visit us on our website to learn more. Follow us on Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook.

God takes what the world sees as broken and transforms it into something beautiful, just as Michelangelo saw David hidden in flawed marble. Through stories of faith, loss, and everyday encounters, we can be reminded that our lives are meant to reflect Christ’s transforming power. God’s redeeming work reshapes us to be witnesses of His glory in a world longing for hope. Listen to this sermon as Rev. Michael Davis explores how to live as a witness of the one true God. ________ Sign up for Central’s newsletters here. Visit us on our website to learn more. Follow us on Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook.

The biblical story of Jehosheba is remarkable yet little-known. Set against a backdrop of palace intrigue and danger, her split-second decision to hide a baby in a supply closet changed the course of history. And just as Jehosheba recognized the true king in her day, we’re called to live boldly for the ultimate King — Jesus — right where we are. Listen to this sermon as Rev. Andrew Smith offers a reminder that God often works through ordinary people placed in the right spot at the right moment to do the right thing for his glory.  ________ Sign up for Central’s newsletters here. Visit us on our website to learn more. Follow us on Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook.

The key to living boldly in the world starts with being hidden away. But what does that mean? When we look at the life of Elijah, it reveals the surprising power of a “concealed life” with God. But a hidden faith that never shows up in real life? That’s only half the story. Listen to this sermon from Rev. Andrew Smith as he challenges us to live fully rooted lives that move from quiet trust to courageous action. ________ Sign up for Central’s newsletters here. Visit us on our website to learn more. Follow us on Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook.

What if the key to your purpose in the city isn’t chasing success but letting go of status altogether? In a world obsessed with achievement, the freedom to serve might be the most powerful calling of all. Listen to this sermon from Rev. Dr. Jay Harvey as he shows how Jesus’ humility offers a radical new way to live, love, and lead in places like New York. ________ Sign up for Central’s newsletters here. Visit us on our website to learn more. Follow us on Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook.

Isaiah 6 is often quoted as an example of a willing servant of God expressing eagerness to be on mission for him. What can be overlooked, however, is the fact that God is calling Isaiah to an extremely difficult task, and Isaiah’s willingness to go comes less from a place of excitement and more from a place of experiencing the weightiness, superlativeness, and supremacy of God. Listen to this sermon from Rev. Andrew Smith as we consider how the motivation for going comes not from the mission but from the One who sends. ________ Sign up for Central’s newsletters here. Visit us on our website to learn more. Follow us on Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook.

There are a lot of difficulties in ministry, but if we’re not careful, the presenting challenges can easily distract us from one covert challenge with damaging potential. When ministry goes well, the danger of success creeps in, tempting us to chase a name for ourselves instead of elevating the name of the One to whom we owe credit for all our successes. Listen to this sermon as Rev. Alex Watlington instructs us to be on guard against this danger as we engage in God’s mission. ________ Sign up for Central’s newsletters here. Visit us on our website to learn more. Follow us on Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook.