Mid City Church SermonCast

We all have blind spots—places where we cannot see ourselves and others clearly, places where we have grown accustomed to darkness. And sometimes what keeps us from wholeness is not only what has hurt us, but what we refuse to notice or see. This sermon is about sight, resistance, and the healing light of Christ. It is a story about what happens when we allow Jesus to open our eyes and begin to make us whole.

Are you living from your true self or a false one? Do you know the difference? One is given by God; the other you built simply to survive. One is exhausting and hollow; the other leads to a life marked by peace and purpose. In his wilderness temptation, Jesus shows us what it looks like to trust the identity the Father gives — and how to live a life that flows from being named beloved.

Nicodemus steps through the dark of night to come to the light of the world: Jesus. Through his encounter with Christ we learn that Jesus is the one to bring our questions, wonder, even doubts, and the one worthy of our faith. Nicodemus teaches that complete understanding is not a prerequisite for faith, but instead faith is about who we trust with our questions and with our life. This sermon exalts Jesus as the true light of the world and how we can draw near to Him. During the holy season of Lent, we move through the darkness of intentional practices to also meet Christ.  The Lenten focus on confession, discipline, and spiritual practices bring us to the true heart of the gospel: that God so loved the world, he sent his Son, not to condemn the world, but to save the world through him.

Have you ever started something you knew would be good for you—a habit, a routine, a commitment—but eventually gave up when life got busy or progress felt slow? The same thing can happen in our life with Jesus -- but it doesn't have to. In the final message of the Transformed series, we hear Paul speak from prison about what keeps him pressing forward when giving up would make more sense. His insight will change how you think about perseverance—and about your life with Jesus.

Are you seeking healing, growth, and change that lasts? This message looks to the earliest Christian community—shaped by the way and life of Jesus—to explore a simple but important truth: lasting transformation isn't something we do alone

Have you ever tried to force yourself to be less anxious, more settled, more faithful, or something else — and failed? What if the problem wasn't your effort, but the story you're telling yourself? This sermon explores how real transformation happens not through more effort, but by immersing ourselves in the story God is telling. Drawing from 2 Corinthians 5, we explore what changes when we stop listening to the wrong story and start living in the story Jesus tells.

This message was originally shared at the Martin Luther King, Jr. prayer breakfast earlier in January. The prophet Micah asked what God requires of us, and the answer is beautifully simple: "Do justice, love kindness, and walk humbly with your God." This isn't just Dr. King's dream—it's God's dream, woven into the fabric of creation and embodied perfectly in Jesus.

Have you ever felt exhausted or frustrated when trying to change for the better? What if the problem isn't a lack of discipline, but a deeper misunderstanding of how real change actually happens? This message from Philippians explores a surprising, hope-filled vision of transformation—centered on what God wants to do in us through Jesus Christ.

Most of us want life to be better. Few know where real and lasting change begins. Matthew 3 points the way. People come to John for baptism, turning their lives back toward God. When Jesus steps into the water, he confirms the truth at the heart of transformation: real change begins when we stop chasing the loudest voices and return to the truest one—the call to live a life aligned with God.

The story of the Magi invites us into a quiet and wondrous moment of revelation. Guided by a star, these unlikely travelers are drawn by God toward the Christ child. Their journey reminds us that Epiphany is not only about seeing the light of Christ revealed, but about how we respond when that light meets us. As we reflect on this passage, we will consider what worship truly is, why it matters, and how an encounter with Christ reshapes the direction of our lives. 

This sermon explores John the Baptist's call to repentance as an essential preparation for welcoming Christ anew. Some have said “If we aren't careful, John the Baptist will take all the fun out of Advent & Christmas.” Ultimately, rather than taking the joy out of this high and holy season, John's message prepares us to receive the Savior with gladness. Repentance is one of God's gifts to every believer, a gracious invitation to renewal, transformation, and jubilant readiness for Christ's coming.

Do you long to be part of something bigger than yourself—something that helps the world become more loving, just, and whole? This week we explore Paul's words in 2 Corinthians and John Wesley's teaching “Give all you can” and discover a real and practical way the love of Jesus can move in and through us to bring more of God's transforming love and light into the world.

Most of us have felt the downside of chasing money and possessions—the restlessness, the anxiety, the pull of “more. But is a life of deep contentment and gratitude something we can truly experience? This sermon explores Paul's words from 1 Timothy and John Wesley's teaching, “Save all you can,” offering practical wisdom and good news about how Jesus can free us from the hamster wheel of always chasing more.

Is our work and earning just a way of paying the bills, or does it hold a deeper meaning? This week we'll explore Paul's words from Colossians 3 and John Wesley's teaching, ‘Earn all you can,' as we discover how every task, every sacrifice, and every paycheck becomes holy when offered to God.

“Are we loved and accepted by God?” “Do we have to figure out life on our own?” “Can our lives really make a difference?” These are questions we all carry — and that find their deepest answers in Jesus Christ. This All Saints Sunday sermon explores Paul's words in Ephesians 1, reminding us of the inheritance we share in Christ — an eternal promise rooted in grace, carried forward by the saints who came before us, and giving meaning and purpose to our lives today.

Jesus sure didn't mind poking the bear. In Luke 18, he tells a story that left the “good religious people” furious — the rule-follower loses, the reprobate wins. Why? Because in Jesus, God rewrites the scorecard. This message is about the scandal of grace — the God who flips success and failure on their heads until only love remains.

When life feels stuck and prayers seem to go nowhere, it's easy to wonder what God is up to. In Jesus' story of the Persistent Widow, we're reminded that God is on the move—and that our greatest purpose is to keep praying, hoping, and joining in God's work until all things are made right.

Is your Jesus big enough? We all long for answers, healing, and purpose in life (and there's nothing wrong with that). But the good news is far greater than personal peace or private inspiration — it's about God rescuing a broken humanity and creation! In the story of the 10 Lepers in Luke 17, ten people are healed, but only one realizes what's really happening and bows before Jesus. This sermon invites us to grow our vision of who Jesus is and to open our hearts to the incredibly good news that he really has come to save us.

Do you ever wonder how you'll keep going -- through personal challenges and the brokenness of the world? Our spiritual ancestors faced the same struggles and found an answer! This sermon explores Paul's call to “rejoice in hope, be patient in affliction, and persevere in prayer,” and shows how choosing hope is both defiance against darkness and walking in Jesus' better way.

We live in a world that tells us to make sure we're seen — prove your worth, demand attention, don't be overlooked! But is that really the path to a better life? In Romans 12, Paul points us to the value of humility — a Christ-shaped way of life that lifts others up while grounding us in the deep worth we already have in God.

Disagreement and tension are part of life, but hatred and division don't have to be. In this fourth sermon from the A Better Way series, we'll explore how the peace of Christ takes root in us and helps us bring healing to our homes, workplaces, and world.

Do you ever feel overwhelmed by the hurt and suffering in the world? Do you wonder, “What difference can I really make?” Do you ever just want to stick your head in the sand? Scripture reminds us that God's people are called to “rejoice with those who rejoice and weep with those who weep.” In a world where empathy is in decline, followers of Jesus are people who feel with others — and let that compassion move us to action. This sermon explores how empathy, grounded in Christ's transforming grace, guides us to live Jesus' better way more deeply.

We live in a world where basic human decency, moral courage, and empathy are under threat. So what are we to do? Jesus reveals a better way—one that rises above social pressure and self-interest, and is rooted in the very character of God. This sermon explores why moral goodness matters and how to live it out consistently—not to earn God's love, but as a joyful response to it.

Do you ever feel like you don't measure up—that you need to do more to be loved and accepted by God (or even yourself)? This sermon explores Paul's vision of the Christian life in Romans 12: a life not driven by fear or inadequacy, but grounded in the good news of God's love and grace in Jesus Christ.

Mid City Church | Baton Rouge, LA | Rev. Brady Whitton | Follow us on social media @MidCityChurchBR | www.MidCity.Church

Mid City Church | Baton Rouge, LA | Rev. Brady Whitton | Follow us on social media @MidCityChurchBR | www.MidCity.Church

Mid City Church | Baton Rouge, LA | Rev. Brady Whitton | Follow us on social media @MidCityChurchBR | www.MidCity.Church

Mid City Church | Baton Rouge, LA | Rev. Brady Whitton | Follow us on social media @MidCityChurchBR | www.MidCity.Church

Mid City Church | Baton Rouge, LA | Rev. Brady Whitton | Follow us on social media @MidCityChurchBR | www.MidCity.Church

Mid City Church | Baton Rouge, LA | Rev. Brady Whitton | Follow us on social media @MidCityChurchBR | www.MidCity.Church

Mid City Church | Baton Rouge, LA | Rev. Brady Whitton | Follow us on social media @MidCityChurchBR | www.MidCity.Church

Mid City Church | Baton Rouge, LA | Rev. Brady Whitton | Follow us on social media @MidCityChurchBR | www.MidCity.Church

Mid City Church | Baton Rouge, LA | Rev. Brady Whitton | Follow us on social media @MidCityChurchBR | www.MidCity.Church

Mid City Church | Baton Rouge, LA | Rev. Brady Whitton | Follow us on social media @MidCityChurchBR | www.MidCity.Church

Mid City Church | Baton Rouge, LA | Rev. Brady Whitton | Follow us on social media @MidCityChurchBR | www.MidCity.Church

Mid City Church | Baton Rouge, LA | Rev. Brady Whitton | Follow us on social media @MidCityChurchBR | www.MidCity.Church

Mid City Church | Baton Rouge, LA | Rev. Brady Whitton | Follow us on social media @MidCityChurchBR | www.MidCity.Church

Mid City Church | Baton Rouge, LA | Rev. Brady Whitton | Follow us on social media @MidCityChurchBR | www.MidCity.Church

Mid City Church | Baton Rouge, LA | Pattye Hewitt | Follow us on social media @MidCityChurchBR | www.MidCity.Church

Mid City Church | Baton Rouge, LA | Rev. Brady Whitton | Follow us on social media @MidCityChurchBR | www.MidCity.Church

Mid City Church | Baton Rouge, LA | Rev. Brady Whitton | Follow us on social media @MidCityChurchBR | www.MidCity.Church

Mid City Church | Baton Rouge, LA | Rev. Brady Whitton | Follow us on social media @MidCityChurchBR | www.MidCity.Church

Mid City Church | Baton Rouge, LA | Rev. Brady Whitton | Follow us on social media @MidCityChurchBR | www.MidCity.Church

Mid City Church | Baton Rouge, LA | Rev. Brady Whitton | Follow us on social media @MidCityChurchBR | www.MidCity.Church

Mid City Church | Baton Rouge, LA | Rev. Brady Whitton | Follow us on social media @MidCityChurchBR | www.MidCity.Church

Mid City Church | Baton Rouge, LA | Rev. Brady Whitton | Follow us on social media @MidCityChurchBR | www.MidCity.Church

Mid City Church | Baton Rouge, LA | Rev. Brady Whitton | Follow us on social media @MidCityChurchBR | www.MidCity.Church

Mid City Church | Baton Rouge, LA | Rev. Brady Whitton | Follow us on social media @MidCityChurchBR | www.MidCity.Church

Mid City Church | Baton Rouge, LA | Rev. Brady Whitton | Follow us on social media @MidCityChurchBR | www.MidCity.Church

(Part 4 of this series was preached in person, so the podcast is jumping to part 5!) Mid City Church | Baton Rouge, LA | Rev. Brady Whitton | Follow us on social media @MidCityChurchBR | www.MidCity.Church

Mid City Church | Baton Rouge, LA | Rev. Brady Whitton | Follow us on social media @MidCityChurchBR | www.MidCity.Church