The content of this podcast originates from First Presbyterian Church of Charlotte, an inclusive, urban city church in the center of Uptown Charlotte. Visit us at firstpres-charlotte.org.
Faith Unfiltered
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The content of this podcast originates from First Presbyterian Church of Charlotte, an inclusive, urban city church in the center of Uptown Charlotte. Visit us at firstpres-charlotte.org.
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June 22, 2026
God's Big Idea
<p>God's Big Idea | Genesis 12:1–4 & Galatians 3:19–4:7</p> <p>What if God's vision for the world is bigger than we imagine?</p> <p>In this sermon, Rev. Dr. Lewis Galloway explores the promise God made to Abraham and Sarah, the freedom Christ offers through grace, and the remarkable invitation to become part of God's family.</p> <p>From the very beginning, God's purpose was never limited to one people or one place. Through Abraham and Sarah, God promised a blessing that would extend to all the families of the earth. Generations later, Paul reminds us that in Christ we are no longer separated by status, background, or circumstance, but adopted as beloved children of God.</p> <p>Through stories of faith, hospitality, and transformation, this sermon reflects on the ways God's dream continues to challenge human boundaries and call us toward a more expansive vision of community.</p> <p>What happens when we make room for the people God is already welcoming?</p> <p>And what might the church become if it truly embraced God's big idea?</p> <p>At its heart, this message is a reminder that God's grace is always reaching wider, God's family is always growing, and God's dream for the world has room for all.</p> <p>Preached by Rev. Dr. Lewis Galloway at First Presbyterian Church of Charlotte on June 21, 2026.</p>
June 15, 2026
A Faith That Lives In You
<p>A Faith That Lives in You | 2 Timothy 1:1–7</p> <p>In this special installation service sermon, Rev. Dr. Millie Snyder reflects on Paul's words to Timothy and the faith that was nurtured in him through family, community, and the care of those who walked alongside him.</p> <p>Whether we inherit faith from those who came before us or discover it later in life, this message reminds us that faith is rarely formed alone. It grows through relationships, belonging, encouragement, mentorship, and the steady presence of people who help us recognize God's work in our lives.</p> <p>Drawing on memories of Sunday School classrooms, youth groups, mission trips, church choirs, and faithful role models, Rev. Snyder explores what it means to cultivate a faith that becomes woven into the fabric of who we are.</p> <p>In a rapidly changing world, how do we nurture faith in ourselves, our children, our communities, and future generations?</p> <p>This sermon offers a hopeful answer: faith is not simply taught—it is shared. It is nurtured in community. It is strengthened through hospitality, welcome, and relationships rooted in grace.</p> <p>As First Presbyterian Church celebrates the installation of Rev. Lucy Baum as Associate Pastor for Formation and Fellowship, this message serves as a reminder that faith formation belongs to all of us.</p> <p>Because faith is a team sport.</p> <p>And together, we are all on the team.</p> <p>Preached by Rev. Dr. Millie Snyder at First Presbyterian Church of Charlotte on June 14, 2026.</p>
June 8, 2026
Tax Collectors and Sinners
<p>Tax Collectors and Sinners | Matthew 9:9–13</p> <p>In this sermon, Rev. Lucy Baum reflects on one of the most surprising moments in Jesus' ministry: the calling of Matthew the tax collector.</p> <p>When Jesus invites Matthew to become one of his disciples and then shares a meal with tax collectors and sinners, those around him are scandalized. Why would a teacher who speaks about the righteousness of God choose to spend time with people who seem so clearly in the wrong?</p> <p>As the story unfolds, we discover that Jesus is asking a deeper question than we might expect—not simply who belongs, but what mercy really means.</p> <p>Drawing on Matthew 9, the prophet Hosea, and stories of forgiveness and restoration, this sermon explores the relationship between mercy and justice. It challenges us to consider why God's mercy can sometimes feel uncomfortable, especially when it is extended to people we believe do not deserve it.</p> <p>What if justice is about more than punishment?</p> <p>What if mercy and justice are not opposites, but partners?</p> <p>And what if healing damaged relationships is more powerful than settling a score?</p> <p>Through a powerful reflection on restorative justice, Rev. Baum invites us to imagine a way of life that holds mercy and accountability together—a way that opens the door to transformation for everyone involved.</p> <p>"I desire mercy, not sacrifice."</p> <p>It is a challenging invitation. And it is one that still has the power to change us today.</p>
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