Central Christian Church of Arizona

What are you missing? What is your source for fulfillment and energy?It is so easy to replace Jesus in our lives and focus on our religious checklists, our kids, our work, or so many other things. We can try so hard to sustain our lives on our own, but without Jesus being at the center of our lives we will fall flat.Join Pastor Caleb Baker as he helps us see what stepping into a loving relationship with Jesus can do!Support the show (https://www.centralaz.com/Give)

Does God still speak to us today? If He does, how does He communicate? And, if He is trying to communicate to us, what are we doing to listen?Many people in our culture believe that God doesn’t communicate with us and/or that He doesn’t want to.Join Pastor Cal Jernigan as he shows us that God does still speak today and how to tune in so you can hear what God is saying.Support the show (https://www.centralaz.com/Give)

There is so much noise in our world today. The noise of politics, emotions, finances, education, COVID-19, disunity, and so much more.Sometimes we can focus on the noise so much that we forget to take a step back and remember who is really in control.Pastor Cal Jernigan gives an incredible message that shows us how to stop listening to the noise and start focusing on what is important.Support the show (https://www.centralaz.com/Give)

It is far too common for many of us to feel alone. Right now, loneliness is running rampant through our culture.Christians have been gathering together to worship for thousands of years, but is this necessary?Join us this week as Pastor Jeremy Jernigan teaches on why God made us for community. We are better together.Support the show (https://www.centralaz.com/Give)

Do you feel rich? Do your feelings of wealth change how generous you are?At some point in our lives we have all been the recipient of someone’s generosity. As time goes on, though, it is hard to switch from being the recipient of generosity into being the giver. Generous people are grateful people.Listen to this week’s message from Pastor Cal Jernigan on how God desires for his people to be generous. Support the show (https://www.centralaz.com/Give)

Life is better together! It’s a mantra Central holds, and we believe it’s grounded in God’s call for everyone to live in community. From the beginning, we see God’s intention was for us to not be alone. Take the next step you need to today in order to surround yourself in healthy community.Support the show (https://www.centralaz.com/Give)

Why should we share our faith in Jesus? Does it matter?How do we share our faith? Do we all need to be preaching on the street corners?God calls us to share our faith every moment, but it doesn’t always look like preaching. Actually, most of the time, sharing our faith doesn’t include preaching at all!Join us this week as Pastor Bri Johns shows us how to share our faith and how it can be so powerful! Support the show (https://www.centralaz.com/Give)

What’s a Christian?Many people would say a Christian is a person who believes in Jesus, goes to church on Sunday, and reads the Bible. But what does a Christian DO?God calls us to have a heart for others and to put other’s above ourselves. He asks us to serve, but many Christian don’t.This week Pastor Cal Jernigan shows us why it is so important that we serve. Support the show (https://www.centralaz.com/Give)

Everyone is passionate about something, but are we passionate about the right things?We are called to passionately pursue Jesus first and foremost in our lives. This pursuit may seem hard at first, but it will transform your life!Join us this week as Pastor Cal Jernigan shows us how passionately pursing Jesus can make a huge difference in your own journey!Support the show (https://www.centralaz.com/Give)

Do you own your faith? What does that even mean? Many of us grew up as Christians and we can’t remember a time when we didn’t know about Jesus. Owning your faith is more than just growing up hearing about Jesus. It is about putting it into action and following Jesus every day. Join us this week as we explore what it means to own our faith with Pastor Cal Jernigan.Support the show (https://www.centralaz.com/Give)

We often make snap judgements about people based on our own stories, but Jesus shows us a different way. Jesus calls us to empathize with everyone and learn their story. Have you learned the story of the people you judge? Have you placed yourself in their shoes? Pastor Cal Jernigan gives an amazing message today about Loving Beyond your story.Support the show (https://www.centralaz.com/Give)

Did you know that some of your certainties might be holding you back from loving others? We can be certain that God is in control, that Jesus is God’s son, and the Bible is trustworthy. But what if some of our other certainties are not from God and actually causes us to stop loving others? Join us as Pastor Caleb Baker gives this message on loving beyond certainty. Support the show (https://www.centralaz.com/Give)

Politics have become a leading source of division in our country. Many families have been torn apart from differing political perspectives. Christians are called to unity and love, yet many of us struggle loving across political lines. How do we take Jesus’ command to love God and love our neighbors seriously even when we strongly disagree with someone else? Pastor Cal Jernigan gives a powerful message on how to Love Beyond politics.Support the show (https://www.centralaz.com/Give)

Why does God ask us to go beyond what we are comfortable with? Comfort isn’t evil. It’s just a bad god. Sometimes we love our comfort so much that we miss what God is doing. What if God has something amazing planned for you on the other side of your discomfort? In this amazing message, Pastor Caleb Baker reminds us of God’s power to turn our discomfort into something amazing. God is calling you to Love Beyond your comfort.Support the show (https://www.centralaz.com/Give)

Differences can tear the world apart. But what if they could bring the world together? Humans have different skin colors, cultures, languages, political views, religions, life experiences, and so much more. It is these differences that can powerfully enrich our lives if we can Love Beyond them. Join us this weekend as Cal Jernigan shares both why and how we should love beyond our differences. Support the show (https://www.centralaz.com/Give)

Fear is what paralyzes many of us from loving people who might look, act, believe or speak different than us. What stops you from loving beyond? What do you fear? This week, Pastor Cal Jernigan teaches a powerful lesson on how we can get over our fears and love others like Jesus loves us. Support the show (https://www.centralaz.com/Give)

Some would argue that our culture is at the breaking point. We are seeing anger like we have never seen before. Unity couldn’t feel further away. That’s why Jesus’ call on our lives to love everyone is so important. Jesus didn’t ask us to only love people who look like us, talk like us, think like us, or even believe like us. He called us to Love Beyond. Join us as Pastor Cal Jernigan shows us from the Bible what it means to Love Beyond. Support the show (https://www.centralaz.com/Give)

Are you searching for healing in the wrong places? Have you decided to have a victim mentality? God wants to give you healing, but it may be in a way you didn’t expect. This week Pastor Jeremy Jernigan gives a powerful message on how God’s power can bring healing to all aspects of our lives. Support the show (https://www.centralaz.com/Give)

We all are going through a tough season right now. There doesn’t seem to be an end to the trials for many of us. Where is God in all of this? Can God really use the pain and suffering in your life for His purposes? Pastor Jeremy Jernigan brings a message this week of hope in the midst of a storm. Support the show (https://www.centralaz.com/Give)

Who deserves mercy? Do we get to decide? Jesus showed mercy to the people everyone else said was worthless. This week Pastor Perry Emerick speaks on the book “Just Mercy” by Bryan Stevenson and reminds us how God’s people are called to show mercy. Hint: it requires action. Support the show (https://www.centralaz.com/Give)

How do we stop asking God, “Why would you do this to me?” and instead ask Him, “Where are you in this?” God is always doing more than we can see in the moment. How do we take a step back from whatever situation we are living in and look for what God is doing? Join us as Pastor Caleb Baker brings a timely message this week based on the book, Thriving in Babylon by Larry Osborne. Support the show (https://www.centralaz.com/Give)

Who is your enemy? Did you know that Jesus wants you to love them? Loving an enemy can be one of the hardest things a person can ever do. Why would Jesus call us to love instead of hate? Did he really ask us to love our enemies? What does it mean to love beyond? Join us this weekend as Pastor Becky Thompson preaches on Jesus’ command to love our enemies and the book Tea with Hezbollah by Carl Medearis and Ted Dekker. Support the show (https://www.centralaz.com/Give)

It is so easy to hate someone before ever hearing their story. That is why God desires for us to listen to others. Jesus taught us how to have empathy for all people. As a matter of fact, Jesus had empathy for you and me. While we were still God’s enemies, Jesus died for us. Pastor Dean Kuest brings this week’s message on why empathy is so important today. Support the show (https://www.centralaz.com/Give)

Grace can be hard to accept. We can feel like we are not worthy of grace or that we have sinned too much to be forgiven. Perhaps you have been brought up to believe that you have to earn God’s love for you. Wherever you are, the truth of the gospel is that Jesus has already paid your debts. Listen this week has Pastor Bri Johns speaks on the book, The Ragamuffin Gospel, by Brennan Manning. Support the show (https://www.centralaz.com/Give)

What does it mean to take care of your soul? Many, if not all of us, are going through a tough time right now. How are we meant to navigate the world we are living in? How can we take care of our hearts in the midst of great turmoil and uncertainty? Pastor Tyler Hart gives four amazing ways to take care of your soul in this week’s message based on the book, “How’s Your Soul?” by Judah Smith. Support the show (https://www.centralaz.com/Give)

What is it that divides us in our country? Is it anger? Is it hate? Pastor Cal Jernigan talks to Dr. Arthur C. Brooks, the Author of the book "Love Your Enemies," and shows us how contempt is destroying our society and relationships. What can we do when society is burning with contempt and hatred? We love our enemies.Support the show (https://www.centralaz.com/Give)

Is ministry only for pastors? What does it mean to believe in the "priesthood of all believers?" Why does God ask us to serve in the Church? Join us this week as our campus pastors remind of God's desire for all of us to be doing the work of the Church. Support the show (https://www.centralaz.com/Give)

We are often told to give 110% to our work if we want to be successful, but then we come home and have nothing left over to give to our families. The result is that our relationships with our loves ones become strained. How do we better lead in our lives so that we have energy leftover for the important things ? In this special Summit Weekend message from the 2015 Global Leadership Summit, Pastor Albert Tate shows us how God can turn our lives and leadership around. Support the show (https://www.centralaz.com/Give)

What will our future look like? Our God is a God of hope and He often calls out of our comfort zones into a better future. However, entering God’s better future takes courage and trust in God’s plan. How do we trust God in the midst of crisis and chaos to do amazing things with our lives? Lisa Jernigan gives a powerful message of trusting God in the midst of a storm. Support the show (https://www.centralaz.com/Give)

What do we do when our “Plan A” in life fails? It is a rarity in life to have everything go our way. This is because we are ultimately not in control. We must learn to make the most of “Plan B” when life throws us off our current plan. Join us this week as we learn from Pastor Cal Jernigan what it takes to embrace Plan B. Support the show (https://www.centralaz.com/Give)

Domestic violence and pornography statics are up all around the globe. We often blame time for a lot of things, saying things like, “It wasn’t the right time,” or “a Wrong place, wrong time.” Right now, we all have lot of time on our hands and this has the possibility to lead us into a lot of bad decisions. This doesn’t have to be our stories! God can help us turn from bad choices during this time and run toward powerful opportunities. Pastor Caleb Baker shows us how God can do amazing things in our lives no matter what we have done in the past. Support the show (https://www.centralaz.com/Give)

What do we do in the midst of the pain and suffering in our lives? Has God abandoned us or is he punishing us? This week Pastor Cal Jernigan explains the reason for trials and suffering in our lives and how we can prepare for it when it comes. You cannot have a resurrection without having scars. Support the show (https://www.centralaz.com/Give)

We are hearing the phrase, “these are unprecedented times…” a lot right now. But what does that mean? And how can the message of Easter help us understand what God is doing in our current day? Cal Jernigan brings an amazing Easter message that brings hope in the midst of our chaos. Support the show (https://www.centralaz.com/Give)

Loneliness is an epidemic that has spread across our country but very few people talk about. Now, in the midst of the chaos caused by Covid-19, loneliness has the ability to spread like never before. It is not a sin to be lonely, but God desires for us to never be alone. Join us as Cal Jernigan explores what we can be doing to find community in this time. Support the show (https://www.centralaz.com/Give)

In the crisis of Covid-19, it is so easy to fall prey to anxiety. The reality is that many of us struggle or have struggled with anxiety long before the Coronavirus. What can a Christian do to find peace in such fearful times? Pastor Cal Jernigan preaches a timely message about how we need to learn to trust. As our faith increases, our anxiety decreases. Support the show (https://www.centralaz.com/Give)

The coronavirus (Covid-19) has caused a pandemic of fear, yet the the Bible's most common command is, "Do not fear!" This does not mean we throw caution to the curb, but it is a time like none other for us to rise up and love those around us. Cal Jernigan shows us how we can be reaching out during this time of immense chaos and fear.The worst that can happen to us can lead to the best that can happen to us.Leading people to discover and fully own their faith in Jesus. That is the mission of Central Christian Church, led by Pastor Cal Jernigan based in Mesa, Arizona with multiple locations throughout Arizona. We are a community of grace and forgiveness where everyone is allowed, encouraged, and expected to be authentic. This is a safe and practical place to come as you are and grow in your faith, but this is also a place where complacency is challenged. You are Made For More. To support Central's ministry and help us continue to help people discover and fully own their faith in Jesus click here: https://www.centralaz.com/Give Stay Connected Website: https://www.centralaz.com/ | YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/CentralChristianAZ | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CentralAZ | Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CentralChristianAZ/ | Twitter: https://twitter.com/CentralAZ | Blog: https://blog.centralaz.com/ | Support the show (https://www.centralaz.com/Give)

You never search for that which you don't value. Do you value the lives of those who do not know Jesus? Why does God want us to evangelize? Pastor Cal Jernigan helps us see why God wants us to seek the lost. Leading people to discover and fully own their faith in Jesus. That is the mission of Central Christian Church, led by Pastor Cal Jernigan based in Mesa, Arizona with multiple locations throughout Arizona. We are a community of grace and forgiveness where everyone is allowed, encouraged, and expected to be authentic. This is a safe and practical place to come as you are and grow in your faith, but this is also a place where complacency is challenged. You are Made For More. To support Central's ministry and help us continue to help people discover and fully own their faith in Jesus click here: https://www.centralaz.com/Give Stay Connected Website: https://www.centralaz.com/ | YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/CentralChristianAZ | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CentralAZ | Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CentralChristianAZ/ | Twitter: https://twitter.com/CentralAZ | Blog: https://blog.centralaz.com/ | Support the show (https://www.centralaz.com/Give)

Why does God ask us to forgive others? Resentment is the virus you infect yourself with. Pastor Cal Jernigan demonstrates how resentment can kill you from the inside out. God wants something better for you. Leading people to discover and fully own their faith in Jesus. That is the mission of Central Christian Church, led by Pastor Cal Jernigan based in Mesa, Arizona with multiple locations throughout Arizona. We are a community of grace and forgiveness where everyone is allowed, encouraged, and expected to be authentic. This is a safe and practical place to come as you are and grow in your faith, but this is also a place where complacency is challenged. You are Made For More. To support Central's ministry and help us continue to help people discover and fully own their faith in Jesus click here: https://www.centralaz.com/Give Stay Connected Website: https://www.centralaz.com/ | YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/CentralChristianAZ | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CentralAZ | Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CentralChristianAZ/ | Twitter: https://twitter.com/CentralAZ | Blog: https://blog.centralaz.com/ | Support the show (https://www.centralaz.com/Give)

What does God want from you? Pastor Cal Jernigan shows us what God desires from us. God is searching for our hearts. God uses inauspicious beginnings to set up astonishing finishes. Leading people to discover and fully own their faith in Jesus. That is the mission of Central Christian Church, led by Pastor Cal Jernigan based in Mesa, Arizona with multiple locations throughout Arizona. We are a community of grace and forgiveness where everyone is allowed, encouraged, and expected to be authentic. This is a safe and practical place to come as you are and grow in your faith, but this is also a place where complacency is challenged. You are Made For More. To support Central's ministry and help us continue to help people discover and fully own their faith in Jesus click here: https://www.centralaz.com/Give Stay Connected Website: https://www.centralaz.com/ | YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/CentralChristianAZ | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CentralAZ | Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CentralChristianAZ/ | Twitter: https://twitter.com/CentralAZ | Blog: https://blog.centralaz.com/ | Support the show (https://www.centralaz.com/Give)

What does time look like to God? Why hasn’t Jesus come back again like he said he would? Pastor Cal Jernigan explains how God often chooses the slow lane over the fast lane. God takes small beginnings and, over time, makes them into something huge. God has a plan and He is always on time. God uses inauspicious beginnings to set up astonishing finishes. Leading people to discover and fully own their faith in Jesus. That is the mission of Central Christian Church, led by Pastor Cal Jernigan based in Mesa, Arizona with multiple locations throughout Arizona. We are a community of grace and forgiveness where everyone is allowed, encouraged, and expected to be authentic. This is a safe and practical place to come as you are and grow in your faith, but this is also a place where complacency is challenged. You are Made For More. To support Central's ministry and help us continue to help people discover and fully own their faith in Jesus click here: https://www.centralaz.com/Give Stay Connected Website: https://www.centralaz.com/ | YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/CentralChristianAZ | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CentralAZ | Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CentralChristianAZ/ | Twitter: https://twitter.com/CentralAZ | Blog: https://blog.centralaz.com/ | Support the show (https://www.centralaz.com/Give)

Are Christians supposed to live separated from the culture around them? Does the Bible ask us to shun all things secular? Pastor Caleb Baker explains Jesus’ call on our lives to live with people of all different beliefs and perspectives and how powerful that can be. Leading people to discover and fully own their faith in Jesus. That is the mission of Central Christian Church, led by Pastor Cal Jernigan based in Mesa, Arizona with multiple locations throughout Arizona. We are a community of grace and forgiveness where everyone is allowed, encouraged, and expected to be authentic. This is a safe and practical place to come as you are and grow in your faith, but this is also a place where complacency is challenged. You are Made For More. To support Central's ministry and help us continue to help people discover and fully own their faith in Jesus click here: https://www.centralaz.com/Give Stay Connected Website: https://www.centralaz.com/ | YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/CentralChristianAZ | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CentralAZ | Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CentralChristianAZ/ | Twitter: https://twitter.com/CentralAZ | Blog: https://blog.centralaz.com/ |Support the show (https://www.centralaz.com/Give)