SUNDAY SERMON
Sermon by Michael Bailey on March 9, 2025.
Key scripture: James 4:13-5:6
In chapters 4 and 5, James shows how brief life is and how that ought to influence how we live.
James | What Causes Quarrels Among You? | March 2
SUNDAY SERMON
Sermon by Andrew Flowers on March 2, 2025.
Key scripture: James 4:1-12
In chapter 4, James shows us the true sinful source of our relational conflicts and how to deal with it.
James | Taming the Tongue | February 23
SUNDAY SERMON
Sermon by Brandon Clements on February 23, 2025.
Key scripture: James 3:1-18
This week in James 3, we’ll dive into practically one of the most challenging areas to live in as a follower of Jesus. The Scriptures will call at times a source of healing and blessing and at other times a “raging fire” and a “restless evil” — our words.
James | Is It Faith? | February 16
SUNDAY SERMON
Sermon by Michael Bailey on February 16, 2025.
Key scripture: James 2:14-26
Is your Christian faith the real deal or just a façade? James 2 challenges us to examine our faith, asking if it's genuine and produces real change in our lives, or just a convincing imitation.
James | Be Doers of the Word, and Not Hearers Only | February 9
SUNDAY SERMON
Sermon by Brandon Clements on February 9, 2025.
Key scripture: James 1:22-2:13
This week, James warns us of the danger of learning things about God without doing what God says, particularly when it comes to showing partiality.
James | When He Is Tempted | February 2
SUNDAY SERMON
Sermon by Michael Bailey on February 2, 2025.
Key scripture: James 1:13-18
This week, James will help us fight sin in our lives by showing us the nature of sin and the perspective to resist it.
James | Consider It Joy | January 26
SUNDAY SERMON
Sermon by Michael Bailey on January 26, 2025.
Key scripture: James 1:1-12
To faithfully follow Jesus, our faith must be marked by action. Our belief should lead us into good works and obedience. In the book of James, we are challenged by the brother of Jesus to examine the authenticity of our faith and to ensure that it fills each area of our everyday lives.
Known and Loved | Knowing and Loving Our Neighbors | January 19
SUNDAY SERMON
Sermon by Michael Bailey on January 19, 2025.
Key scripture: 1 John 4:7-12, 19-21
As we wrap our series, we look at the last piece of our vision as a church: to know and love our neighbors. This week, we look at how loving God and our church family moves us to go out, build friendships, invite others in, and tell them about Jesus.
Known and Loved | Known and Loved by Others | January 12
SUNDAY SERMON
Sermon by Brandon Clements on January 12, 2025.
Key scripture: 1 John 4:7-12, 19-21
Last week, we explored the most important thing about us: our vertical relationship with God. This week, we look into how that impacts our horizontal relationships with others and what challenges we often face, as followers of Jesus, from experiencing meaningful community.
Known and Loved | Known and Loved by God | January 5
SUNDAY SERMON
Sermon by Brandon Clements on January 5, 2025.
“Known and loved.” That’s a powerful phrase.
At some level, all of us are looking for places in life where we feel known and loved. Some of us have that, and some of us don’t. Others of us are looking for that in family, romance, friendships, or any number of things - and have felt hurt or betrayed in the process.
And yet, the beauty of Scripture says this is what Jesus offers us when we follow Him.
For this series, we’ll spend three weeks looking at how Scripture calls us to be known and loved by God, known and loved by each other, and making Jesus’ love known to our neighbors.
Year of Biblical Literacy | Wrapping up our Year of Biblical Literacy…for Now!
Timestamps:
0:38 - Looking back, why did we want to do this year-long initiative?
1:48 - What have been your highlights for the year?
7:15 - What’s our hope for our church moving forward?
9:46 - Practically what does that look like?
midtown Resources
Check out MidtownBiblicalLiteracy.com for videos, book recommendations, and Bible reading plans
How to Study the New Testament in light of the Old Testament handout
Sermons
Ghosts and Ancestors sermon series - Lexington | Downtown | Two Notch
Ruth sermon series - Lexington | Downtown | Two Notch
Wisdom sermon series - Lexington | Downtown | Two Notch
How Long O LORD series - Lexington | Downtown | Two Notch
The Psalms series - Lexington | Downtown | Two Notch
The Gospels series - Lexington | Downtown | Two Notch
Hebrews series - Lexington | Downtown | Two Notch
Revelation series - Lexington | Downtown | Two Notch
Music by Levvy and Midtown Music
Revelation | All Things New | December 22
SUNDAY SERMON
Sermon by Brandon Clements on December 22, 2024.
As we end our Advent series and Year of Biblical Literacy, we look at the final chapters of Revelation and the ultimate hope that’s given for those in Christ.
Year of Biblical Literacy
The Bible is one of the most influential books ever written. It’s the most studied, most scrutinized, most debated, and, for many, the most life-changing book the world has ever known.
But…it’s complex.
So we’re taking an entire year to grow our ability to read and understand the message of the whole Bible.
We’re calling it a “Year of Biblical Literacy.”
Revelation | The Way of the Lamb vs. the Way of the Dragon | December 15
SUNDAY SERMON
Sermon by Brandon Clements on December 15, 2024.
Last week, we examined the spiritual war in the spiritual realm and how Jesus’ birth brought about Satan’s defeat. This week, we continue to explore how, through Jesus, we can live into that victory.
Year of Biblical Literacy
The Bible is one of the most influential books ever written. It’s the most studied, most scrutinized, most debated, and, for many, the most life-changing book the world has ever known.
But…it’s complex.
So we’re taking an entire year to grow our ability to read and understand the message of the whole Bible.
We’re calling it a “Year of Biblical Literacy.”
Year of Biblical Literacy | Reading Apocalyptic Literature and Revelation (Without Losing Our Minds!)
Timestamps:
1:30 - How do we think about Revelation/apocalyptic literature?
4:08 - How do we begin to read Revelation/apocalyptic literature correctly?
8:20 - How do we understand the stranger imagery and ideas in Revelation?
9:27 - How are we to think about the end times?
12:40 - What about the “antichrist”?
16:27 - What about the “millennium” in Revelation 20?
midtown Resources
Check out MidtownBiblicalLiteracy.com for videos, book recommendations, and Bible reading plans
How to Study the New Testament in light of the Old Testament handout
other resourceS
For a history on dispensationalism, check out the book: The Rise and Fall of Dispensationalism by Daniel G. Hummel
Also here’s a meme on remembering the different interpretations on the millennium in Revelation 20!
Sermons
Ghosts and Ancestors sermon series - Lexington | Downtown | Two Notch
Ruth sermon series - Lexington | Downtown | Two Notch
Wisdom sermon series - Lexington | Downtown | Two Notch
How Long O LORD series - Lexington | Downtown | Two Notch
The Psalms series - Lexington | Downtown | Two Notch
The Gospels series - Lexington | Downtown | Two Notch
Hebrews series - Lexington | Downtown | Two Notch
Revelation series - Lexington | Downtown | Two Notch
Text-in questions
Throughout the year, we want to know the concepts and passages you wrestle with. We'll answer some of these questions in podcast episodes throughout the year.
To submit your topic or question, text either "DOWNTOWN", “LEXINGTON”, OR “TWO NOTCH” followed by your topic to 855-855-0655.
Music by Levvy and Midtown Music
Revelation | The Baby Who Slayed the Dragon | December 8
SUNDAY SERMON
Sermon by Andrew Flowers on December 8, 2024.
This week, we look at Revelation 12. While this passage seems strange and confusing at first glance, we'll see the author "pulling the curtain back" to show us the cosmic battle taking place and how, ultimately, Jesus wins.
Year of Biblical Literacy
The Bible is one of the most influential books ever written. It’s the most studied, most scrutinized, most debated, and, for many, the most life-changing book the world has ever known.
But…it’s complex.
So we’re taking an entire year to grow our ability to read and understand the message of the whole Bible.
We’re calling it a “Year of Biblical Literacy.”
Revelation | Pulling Back the Curtain | December 1
SUNDAY SERMON
Sermon by Brandon Clements on December 1, 2024.
In our first sermon in our study of Revelation, we look at the beginning of the letter and discuss how to think well about apocalyptic literature in Scripture. During this Advent season we will be blessed by remembering the first arrival of Christ while longing for his second.
Year of Biblical Literacy
The Bible is one of the most influential books ever written. It’s the most studied, most scrutinized, most debated, and, for many, the most life-changing book the world has ever known.
But…it’s complex.
So we’re taking an entire year to grow our ability to read and understand the message of the whole Bible.
We’re calling it a “Year of Biblical Literacy.”
Stand-Alone | The Purpose & Power of God's Word | November 24
SUNDAY SERMON
Sermon by Brandon Clements on November 24, 2024.
We are often distracted many different things that gain our attention and focus. This week we look at the Apostle Paul's words that show us 3 distinct benefits of focusing our attention on the Lord.
Year of Biblical Literacy
The Bible is one of the most influential books ever written. It’s the most studied, most scrutinized, most debated, and, for many, the most life-changing book the world has ever known.
But…it’s complex.
So we’re taking an entire year to grow our ability to read and understand the message of the whole Bible.
We’re calling it a “Year of Biblical Literacy.”
Hebrews | A Tale of Three Mountains | November 17
SUNDAY SERMON
Sermon by Brandon Clements on November 17, 2024.
The book of Hebrews concludes by pulling on one final Old Testament thread: the Kingdom of God. Through Jesus, His church is called to embody Heaven on Earth as we live in this already-not-yet tension. So, what does that look like for us? How can we experience more of His Kingdom in our lives, in our community, and in our world?
Year of Biblical Literacy
The Bible is one of the most influential books ever written. It’s the most studied, most scrutinized, most debated, and, for many, the most life-changing book the world has ever known.
But…it’s complex.
So we’re taking an entire year to grow our ability to read and understand the message of the whole Bible.
We’re calling it a “Year of Biblical Literacy.”
Hebrews | A Loving Father's Unshakable Kingdom | November 10
SUNDAY SERMON
Sermon by Andrew Flowers on November 10, 2024.
In Hebrews 12, the author reminds the readers of the themes of child-shaping discipline and holiness—challenging concepts our culture often misunderstands or rejects altogether. How are we to understand the correction from God, our loving Father? What is it for, what does it lead us to, and why is it the best thing for us?
Year of Biblical Literacy
The Bible is one of the most influential books ever written. It’s the most studied, most scrutinized, most debated, and, for many, the most life-changing book the world has ever known.
But…it’s complex.
So we’re taking an entire year to grow our ability to read and understand the message of the whole Bible.
We’re calling it a “Year of Biblical Literacy.”
Hebrews | The Hall of Faith (and the Vision Required to be There) | November 3
SUNDAY SERMON
Sermon by Brandon Clements on November 3, 2024.
How would you define "faith"? That word is so foundational to following Jesus that it can easily sound like white noise, losing its power and meaning. This week, we look at Hebrews 11 to clarify what that means and how it enables us to endure whatever we face.
Year of Biblical Literacy
The Bible is one of the most influential books ever written. It’s the most studied, most scrutinized, most debated, and, for many, the most life-changing book the world has ever known.
But…it’s complex.
So we’re taking an entire year to grow our ability to read and understand the message of the whole Bible.
We’re calling it a “Year of Biblical Literacy.”