We all chase success. Promotions, degrees, recognition, even ministry milestones. But what happens when those very blessings start replacing the grace that gave them meaning?
In this message, Lane Brown of Chandler Street Church of Christ walks through Philippians 3, where Paul flips the world’s scoreboard. What once looked like gain—status, achievements, control—becomes loss next to the surpassing worth of knowing Jesus Christ.
Through honest storytelling (including a dental chair in Costa Rica) and rich biblical insight, this sermon explores:
Why even good things can become spiritual distractions.
How God uses loss to build lasting faith.
The difference between a “quick fix” faith and deep transformation.
How surrender, not success, makes the Church credible again.
Key Passage: Philippians 3:4–11
Series: Pressing Upward, Going Outward
Message Goal: Trade the temporary scoreboard of success for the eternal reward of knowing Christ.
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In a world filled with negativity and division, God calls His people to shine—not just to admire the light, but to be the light. From Philippians 2:12–18, we’ll discover how obedience, unity, and joyful sacrifice make our faith visible. You were never meant to blend in; you were made to shine like stars in the night sky.
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What does it mean to live “worthy of the gospel of Christ”? In Philippians 1:27–2:4 and Acts 16:13–34, Paul gives us a vision of the church pressing upward in faith and going outward in mission. From Lydia’s open home to the jailer’s midnight baptism, we see how the Spirit creates unity across differences, gives humility that serves others, and strengthens us with courage in the face of opposition. This sermon invites us to live as one family in Christ, standing firm together in the Spirit.
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God never leaves His work unfinished. In Philippians 1:3–11, Paul reminds us that the One who begins His good work in us will be faithful to complete it. This sermon calls us to press upward—laying down sin, pride, and distraction—and to go outward, living as partners in the gospel together. If you’ve ever felt stuck in your faith, this message will show you the hope of God’s ongoing work in your life and in the church.
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What does it mean to be sent by Jesus? In Luke 10, seventy-two ordinary followers — not apostles, not spiritual elites — were sent out with a mission: to pray, to listen, to eat, to serve, and to share. And when they returned, they came back with joy.
This message explores the BLESS rhythm — Begin with Prayer, Listen with Care, Eat Together, Serve with Love, and Share Your Story — and how Chandler Street Church is stepping into this mission through GO Groups.
📖 Scripture: Luke 10:1–9, 17
🙌 Big Idea: Ordinary obedience brings extraordinary joy.
💬 Join us after the message for our GO Groups launch class to learn how you can live this out.
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On Teachers Appreciation Sunday, we honor the quiet heroes who shape the next generation — our children’s Bible class teachers. From Deuteronomy’s call to “impress God’s Word on our children” to Jesus’ command to “let the little children come,” this sermon casts a bold vision: it takes a whole church to raise a child in Christ.
Whether you teach, greet, rock a baby in the nursery, or simply show kindness to a child, your role matters more than you realize. Faith is passed down through relationships, and the seeds you plant today can bear fruit for decades.
✝️ If you’re looking for encouragement, challenge, and a reminder of the eternal impact of teaching and mentoring, this message is for you.
📖 Scripture: Deuteronomy 6, Mark 10:14–16, Matthew 18:5, Philippians 1:4–6, Ephesians 4:11–12, James 3:1
⛪ Chandler Street Church of Christ – Kilgore, TX
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What kind of church will we be—a stagnant oxbow lake cut off from God’s Spirit, or a steady river of blessing that keeps flowing? In this sermon, Blessed To Be A Blessing, we look at the Antioch church in Acts 11 and see how God uses ordinary believers to spark extraordinary mission.
Antioch was a young church, scattered by persecution, yet they crossed boundaries, stayed grounded in the Word, and gave generously to those in need. Their blessing wasn’t just a moment, it became a movement.
This message challenges us to ask: Are we clinging to the past, or are we sowing into the Spirit so that God’s blessing flows through us today? Jesus Christ is the living water, and when we remain in Him, we become springs of life for the world.
📖 Scriptures: Acts 11:19–30, Galatians 6:6–10
🙏 Reflection: What seeds of blessing can you sow this week?
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The first Christians did not just preach the resurrection. They lived it. Acts 4:32–37 shows a Spirit-filled community where believers were of one heart and soul. Their radical generosity and unity shocked the world around them. No one claimed their possessions as their own, and no one was left in need.
This sermon explores what it means to be a resurrection-shaped church today. How can we move beyond words into visible love, sacrificial giving, and authentic family? This is not just history. It is God’s dream for us.
📖 Scripture Focus: Acts 4:32–37
💡 Big Idea: The gospel is more than words. It is a life that people can see.
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What if the people next door weren’t just neighbors, but family? In Christ, we are called to do more than simply live near others — we are called to open our lives, our homes, and our hearts.
This sermon draws from Luke 10:25–37, Acts 13:1–3, and Ephesians 2:11–22 to explore what it looks like to step outside the walls of the church and into the everyday spaces where God has already placed us. Through real-life stories and biblical examples, we’ll see how intentional love, simple acts of kindness, and a willingness to meet people where they are can transform relationships.
When the church becomes a place where strangers become siblings, our neighborhoods catch a glimpse of the Kingdom of God. Join us as we learn to walk across the street, share a meal, listen deeply, and make space for people to belong — because in Christ, family goes into the neighborhood, and neighbors become family.
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Ever feel like the only believer in the room? Like your faith doesn’t fit the world around you? You’re not alone, and you’re not without help.
In this message, discover how Paul navigated a skeptical culture with boldness, clarity, and love—and how you can too. Learn how to speak your faith without fear, build bridges instead of walls, and trust God with the results.
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The resurrection of Jesus is not just history—it’s our present reality. In this message, we explore what it means to embody the resurrection today. Through the Spirit who raised Jesus from the dead, we are given power to live, love, and lead with boldness, even in the midst of pain, fear, and fatigue.
Join us as we discover how the same Spirit that raised Christ is breathing life into weary churches and awakening us to our true identity as new creation people.
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What if your greatest achievements were holding you back from truly knowing Christ?
In this message from Philippians 3:4–14, Lane Brown invites us to stop clinging to the past—our pride, our pain, even our religious résumés—and press on toward something better: knowing Jesus. With stories, Scripture, and real-life challenges, this sermon reminds us that the gospel doesn’t just change our direction—it rewrites our entire story.
Includes:
– What to do with your past
– The danger of spiritual trophies
– Why righteousness is received, not achieved
– A call to move forward as a church and as disciples
Leave a comment with your own story of grace or how God is helping you press on!
What if the greatest wisdom the world has ever known looks like weakness? In this powerful message from 1 Corinthians 1:18–25, we explore why Christ crucified seems foolish to human eyes, yet is the true wisdom and power of God.
Discover how the cross challenges our ideas of strength, success, and status—and calls us to a new way of living marked by humility, love, and grace.
If you’ve ever wondered how to live out the wisdom of God in a world that celebrates pride and power, this sermon is for you.
Watch, share, and let the wisdom of the cross change your life.
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What if following Jesus means going down when the world says go up?
In this powerful message from Philippians 2 and Galatians 6, Lane Brown unpacks what it means to live a cross-shaped life—a life marked by humility, love, and sacrificial obedience. Learn why the way of Jesus still turns the world upside down… and how you can follow Him with joy.
Chandler Street Church of Christ
Preacher: Lane Brown
Scriptures: Philippians 2:1–11, Galatians 6:14
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What if the story of Abraham isn’t just ancient history—but your story too? In this powerful sermon, we trace God’s mission from His promise to Abraham, to its fulfillment in Jesus, to the calling of the Church today. You’ll discover that you are not just saved from something—you are saved for something. You’re part of God's plan to bless the world.
Join us as we explore how the Church is the renewed Israel, called to carry the baton of faith, and how you are invited to run your race.
Are you becoming the gospel?
👣 Featuring real-life stories, practical applications, and a powerful invitation to live on mission.
📍Preached at Chandler Street Church of Christ
🕊️ Speaker: Lane Brown
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Is God speaking to you—but you're too distracted to hear Him?
In this powerful sermon, Lane Brown challenges us to take out the spiritual earbuds and tune in to the voice of God. Journey through the story of Samuel and discover how biblical heroes like Abraham, Moses, and Isaiah responded when God called. Featuring real-life stories, humor, and heartfelt challenges, this message invites you to move from hearing to obeying—and experience the transformation that comes when you say, “Here I am, Lord.”
📖 Scriptures: 1 Samuel 3, James 1:22, Isaiah 6:8
🙌 Challenge: Be still, obey one prompt, and engage with God’s Word.
🎯 Don't just hear this message—live it.
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Are you stuck in the past, or stepping into God’s future?
In this timely and hope-filled message from Isaiah 43, Lane Brown challenges us to recognize the new thing God is doing—right here, right now. The past can inspire, but only the future can transform. This sermon calls the church to awaken, to let go of old limitations, and to embrace Spirit-led renewal in every corner of life and ministry.
God is making a way in the wilderness.
Streams are rising in dry places.
The question is: Do you perceive it?
📖 “See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it?” — Isaiah 43:19
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Are you really hearing God’s voice—or are spiritual distractions getting in the way? In this powerful outdoor sermon, we explore how God still speaks through His Word and what happens when we respond like Samuel, Abraham, Moses, and Isaiah. With humor, honesty, and heart, this message calls us to take out our earbuds, listen to our Heavenly Father’s “dad voice,” and boldly say: “Here I am, Lord. Speak, for your servant is listening.”
💬 Whether you're feeling disconnected, searching for direction, or just ready for a deeper walk with God—this message is for you.
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What if God built second chances into the very structure of society?
In this powerful sermon, Lane Brown brings ancient Jubilee to life — a biblical vision where debts are canceled, prisoners are freed, and broken lives are restored. Drawing from Leviticus 25 and Luke 4, discover how Jesus declared Jubilee not just in words... but in action.
💬 With real stories, bold questions, and a moving Mother’s Day reflection, this message will challenge and encourage you to live a life of mercy, justice, and extravagant grace.
Today is the Year of the Lord’s Favor.
Come and be restored.
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What if the biggest threat to your faith isn’t outside the church—but sitting quietly inside your heart?
In this sermon, we confront the golden calves of our culture—money, politics, comfort, success, self. From Exodus to Jeroboam to Romans 1, we trace the ancient pattern of idolatry and how it’s alive and well today.
We don’t just expose the problem—we remind you of the truth:
You are a royal priesthood. A holy nation. Chosen to bless, not to blend in.
💥 If you’re tired of pretending, if you're ready to tear down the idols and walk in truth—this message is for you.
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