Clinton Methodist Church

Clinton Methodist Church
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100 Mt Salus Dr. Clinton MS 39056

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  1. 6d ago

    Our Stuff

    Our Stuff September 27, 2026 - Our Stuff - Luke 12:13-21 A request to divide inheritance is refused; a parable warns against greed, as a rich man’s plan to store crops is rebuked by God demanding his life, illustrating those storing treasures are not rich toward God. Luke 12:13-21 NRSV The Parable of the Rich Fool 13 Someone in the crowd said to him, “Teacher, tell my brother to divide the family inheritance with me.” 14 But he said to him, “Friend, who set me to be a judge or arbitrator over you?” 15 And he said to them, “Take care! Be on your guard against all kinds of greed, for one’s life does not consist in the abundance of possessions.” 16 Then he told them a parable: “The land of a rich man produced abundantly. 17 And he thought to himself, ‘What should I do, for I have no place to store my crops?’ 18 Then he said, ‘I will do this: I will pull down my barns and build larger ones, and there I will store all my grain and my goods. 19 And I will say to my soul, Soul, you have ample goods laid up for many years; relax, eat, drink, be merry.’ 20 But God said to him, ‘You fool! This very night your life is being demanded of you. And the things you have prepared, whose will they be?’ 21 So it is with those who store up treasures for themselves but are not rich toward God.” Tags: Luke | Rev Charles Pope

  2. Sep 18

    Jesus Is Better

    Jesus Is Better September 20, 2026 - Jesus Is Better - Hebrews 1:1-5 Jesus is Better Hebrews 1:1–5 declares God spoke through prophets but now through his Son, the heir and creator sustaining all things, the radiance and imprint of God’s nature. We are urged to persevere in Jesus as superior. Jesus reveals God and completes salvation by providing purification for sins and sitting down, finishing work no prophet or priest could do. Hebrews presents this finished sacrifice as the basis for rest, shifting performance to trust in Jesus. Hebrews 1:1-5 God’s Final Word: His Son 1 In the past God spoke to our ancestors through the prophets at many times and in various ways, 2 but in these last days he has spoken to us by his Son, whom he appointed heir of all things, and through whom also he made the universe. 3 The Son is the radiance of God’s glory and the exact representation of his being, sustaining all things by his powerful word. After he had provided purification for sins, he sat down at the right hand of the Majesty in heaven. 4 So he became as much superior to the angels as the name he has inherited is superior to theirs. The Son Superior to Angels 5 For to which of the angels did God ever say, “You are my Son; today I have become your Father”[a]? Or again, “I will be his Father, and he will be my Son”[b]? Tags: 2026 | Hebrews | Hebrews - Jesus Is Better | Rev. Jimmy Criddle

  3. Sep 12

    The Hero of Every Story

    The Hero of Every Story September 13, 2026 - The Hero of Every Story - John 9:1-11, 24-25 The sermon focuses on sharing personal stories of faith, using the example of the blind man healed by Jesus in John chapter 9. Jimmy emphasizes that the man’s story, though simple, is powerful because it highlights the transformative power of Jesus. The sermon also reflects on the 25th anniversary of 9/11, drawing parallels between the heroism of the firefighters and the heroism of Jesus. The story of the blind man in John 9 illustrates the transformative power of encountering Jesus. It emphasizes the importance of sharing one’s personal testimony, highlighting the journey from spiritual blindness to sight and the life-changing impact of Christ. The challenge is to reflect on one’s own story, understand the role of Jesus, and be prepared to share it with others. Jimmy encourages the congregation to reflect on their personal stories with Christ, write them down, and share them with others. Jimmy emphasizes that everyone can know Christ and that their stories can be powerful tools to introduce others to Jesus. The congregation is invited to pray for someone to share their story with and to write their name on a prayer card. John 9:1-11, 24-25 Jesus Heals a Man Born Blind 9 As he went along, he saw a man blind from birth. 2 His disciples asked him, “Rabbi, who sinned, this man or his parents, that he was born blind?” 3 “Neither this man nor his parents sinned,” said Jesus, “but this happened so that the works of God might be displayed in him. 4 As long as it is day, we must do the works of him who sent me. Night is coming, when no one can work. 5 While I am in the world, I am the light of the world.” 6 After saying this, he spit on the ground, made some mud with the saliva, and put it on the man’s eyes. 7 “Go,” he told him, “wash in the Pool of Siloam” (this word means “Sent”). So the man went and washed, and came home seeing. 8 His neighbors and those who had formerly seen him begging asked, “Isn’t this the same man who used to sit and beg?” 9 Some claimed that he was. Others said, “No, he only looks like him.” But he himself insisted, “I am the man.” 10 “How then were your eyes opened?” they asked. 11 He replied, “The man they call Jesus made some mud and put it on my eyes. He told me to go to Siloam and wash. So I went and washed, and then I could see.” 24 A second time they summoned the man who had been blind. “Give glory to God by telling the truth,” they said. “We know this man is a sinner.” 25 He replied, “Whether he is a sinner or not, I don’t know. One thing I do know. I was blind but now I see!” Tradition Service Connection Service Tags: 2026 | BLESS | John | Rev. Jimmy Criddle

  4. Sep 6

    Laying Down Our Crowns

    Laying Down Our Crowns September 6, 2026 - Laying Down Our Crowns - Luke 22:24-27 Summary The sermon focuses on the fourth practice of the “blessed” acronym: serve. It emphasizes that true greatness, as taught by Jesus, is not about climbing the ladder or gaining influence, but about serving others. The sermon encourages everyone to choose one person to pray for, listen to, and discover how to serve, challenging them to lay down their own needs and agendas in order to serve others.   Luke 22:24-27 24 A dispute also arose among them as to which of them was considered to be greatest. 25 Jesus said to them, “The kings of the Gentiles lord it over them; and those who exercise authority over them call themselves Benefactors. 26 But you are not to be like that. Instead, the greatest among you should be like the youngest, and the one who rules like the one who serves. 27 For who is greater, the one who is at the table or the one who serves? Is it not the one who is at the table? But I am among you as one who serves. Tags: 2026 | Luke | Rev. Jimmy Criddle

  5. Aug 30

    More Than a Meal

    More Than a Meal August 30, 2026 - More Than a Meal - Luke 7:36-50 The sermon focuses on the missional practice of eating, emphasizing its spiritual significance. It highlights a story from Luke’s gospel, 7:36-50,  where Jesus dines with Simon the Pharisee and a woman known for her sinfulness. The woman’s extravagant love and hospitality towards Jesus contrast with Simon’s lack of hospitality, illustrating the transformative power of grace and the importance of welcoming others. The table of grace, exemplified by Jesus’ Last Supper, offers forgiveness, grace, and life to all. Sharing meals with others, especially those we are praying for, can create opportunities to build relationships and share our faith. The challenge is to invite one person to a meal this week, not just friends or family, but someone new, to extend grace and build a connection.   Luke 7:36-50 New International Version Jesus Anointed by a Sinful Woman 36 When one of the Pharisees invited Jesus to have dinner with him, he went to the Pharisee’s house and reclined at the table. 37 A woman in that town who lived a sinful life learned that Jesus was eating at the Pharisee’s house, so she came there with an alabaster jar of perfume. 38 As she stood behind him at his feet weeping, she began to wet his feet with her tears. Then she wiped them with her hair, kissed them and poured perfume on them. 39 When the Pharisee who had invited him saw this, he said to himself, “If this man were a prophet, he would know who is touching him and what kind of woman she is—that she is a sinner.” 40 Jesus answered him, “Simon, I have something to tell you.” “Tell me, teacher,” he said. 41 “Two people owed money to a certain moneylender. One owed him five hundred denarii,[a] and the other fifty. 42 Neither of them had the money to pay him back, so he forgave the debts of both. Now which of them will love him more?” 43 Simon replied, “I suppose the one who had the bigger debt forgiven.” “You have judged correctly,” Jesus said. 44 Then he turned toward the woman and said to Simon, “Do you see this woman? I came into your house. You did not give me any water for my feet, but she wet my feet with her tears and wiped them with her hair. 45 You did not give me a kiss, but this woman, from the time I entered, has not stopped kissing my feet. 46 You did not put oil on my head, but she has poured perfume on my feet. 47 Therefore, I tell you, her many sins have been forgiven—as her great love has shown. But whoever has been forgiven little loves little.” 48 Then Jesus said to her, “Your sins are forgiven.” 49 The other guests began to say among themselves, “Who is this who even forgives sins?” 50 Jesus said to the woman, “Your faith has saved you; go in peace.” Tags: 2026 | BLESS | Luke | Rev. Jimmy Criddle

  6. Aug 23

    Listen Up

    Listen Up August 23, 2026 - Listen Up - Luke 18:35-43 A blind man near Jericho called out to Jesus for mercy. Jesus healed him, restoring his sight, and the man followed Jesus, praising God.   Luke 18:35-43 New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition Jesus Heals a Blind Beggar Near Jericho 35 As he approached Jericho, a blind man was sitting by the roadside begging. 36 When he heard a crowd going by, he asked what was happening. 37 They told him, “Jesus of Nazareth[a] is passing by.” 38 Then he shouted, “Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!” 39 Those who were in front sternly ordered him to be quiet, but he shouted even more loudly, “Son of David, have mercy on me!” 40 Jesus stood still and ordered the man to be brought to him, and when he came near, he asked him, 41 “What do you want me to do for you?” He said, “Lord, let me see again.” 42 Jesus said to him, “Receive your sight; your faith has saved you.” 43 Immediately he regained his sight and followed him, glorifying God, and all the people, when they saw it, praised God. Tags: 2026 | BLESS | Luke | Rev. Jimmy Criddle

  7. Aug 16

    The Ministry of Prayer

    The Ministry of Prayer August 16, 2026 - The Ministry of Prayer - Acts 12:1-17 In Acts 12:1-17 , the church prayed earnestly for Peter, who was imprisoned by King Herod. God answered their prayers by sending an angel to free Peter from his chains and guards. This story highlights the power of prayer and how God uses it to change situations and people. The story of Peter’s miraculous release from prison highlights the power of prayer, even when the pray-ers lack full faith in the outcome. The early church’s commitment to prayer, despite their imperfections, led to significant events like Peter’s release and the spread of the gospel. The sermon encourages believers to begin praying for those around them who don’t know Jesus, trusting that God is already at work and will use their prayers to accomplish His purposes. Acts 12:1-17 Acts 12:1-17 New International Version Peter’s Miraculous Escape From Prison 12 It was about this time that King Herod arrested some who belonged to the church, intending to persecute them. 2 He had James, the brother of John, put to death with the sword. 3 When he saw that this met with approval among the Jews, he proceeded to seize Peter also. This happened during the Festival of Unleavened Bread. 4 After arresting him, he put him in prison, handing him over to be guarded by four squads of four soldiers each. Herod intended to bring him out for public trial after the Passover. 5 So Peter was kept in prison, but the church was earnestly praying to God for him. 6 The night before Herod was to bring him to trial, Peter was sleeping between two soldiers, bound with two chains, and sentries stood guard at the entrance. 7 Suddenly an angel of the Lord appeared and a light shone in the cell. He struck Peter on the side and woke him up. “Quick, get up!” he said, and the chains fell off Peter’s wrists. 8 Then the angel said to him, “Put on your clothes and sandals.” And Peter did so. “Wrap your cloak around you and follow me,” the angel told him. 9 Peter followed him out of the prison, but he had no idea that what the angel was doing was really happening; he thought he was seeing a vision. 10 They passed the first and second guards and came to the iron gate leading to the city. It opened for them by itself, and they went through it. When they had walked the length of one street, suddenly the angel left him. 11 Then Peter came to himself and said, “Now I know without a doubt that the Lord has sent his angel and rescued me from Herod’s clutches and from everything the Jewish people were hoping would happen.” 12 When this had dawned on him, he went to the house of Mary the mother of John, also called Mark, where many people had gathered and were praying. 13 Peter knocked at the outer entrance, and a servant named Rhoda came to answer the door. 14 When she recognized Peter’s voice, she was so overjoyed she ran back without opening it and exclaimed, “Peter is at the door!” 15 “You’re out of your mind,” they told her. When she kept insisting that it was so, they said, “It must be his angel.” 16 But Peter kept on knocking, and when they opened the door and saw him, they were astonished. 17 Peter motioned with his hand for them to be quiet and described how the Lord had brought him out of prison. “Tell James and the other brothers and sisters about this,” he said, and then he left for another place. Tags: Acts | BLESS | Rev. Jimmy Criddle Clinton Methodist Church 100 Mt Salus Rd Clinton. MS 39056 Office Hours: Monday - Friday 8am - 4pm Office Phone: 601.924.6671 cmc-clinton.org Clinton Methodist Church Weekday Weekday Ministries Hours: Monday-Friday 8am - 2-pm Weekday Ministries Phone: 601.924.9961 cmc-weekday.org

  8. Aug 9

    The Blessing Strategy

    The Blessing Strategy August 9, 2026 - The Blessing Strategy - Genesis 12:1-3  In Genesis 12:1-3, God calls Abram to leave his homeland, family, and father's house for an unrevealed land. God promises to make Abram a great nation, bless him, make his name great, protect him by blessing his friends and cursing his enemies, and ultimately use him to bless all families on earth.  The Divine Command •Leave the familiar: God tells Abram to depart from his country, relatives, and paternal home. •Step into the unknown: God directs him toward a specific destination that He will reveal later. [1, 2, 3] The Sevenfold Promises •A great nation: God pledges to build a massive lineage and nation from Abram. •Personal blessing: God guarantees to favor Abram directly. •A great name: God promises personal renown and honor for Abram. •To be a blessing: Abram's life will act as a conduit of goodness to others. •Protection from allies and foes: God vows to bless those who support Abram and curse those who treat him with contempt. •Global impact: Through Abram, "all the families of the earth shall be blessed". Genesis 12:1-3 New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition The Call of Abram 12 Now the Lord said to Abram, “Go from your country and your kindred and your father’s house to the land that I will show you. 2 I will make of you a great nation, and I will bless you and make your name great, so that you will be a blessing. 3 I will bless those who bless you, and the one who curses you I will curse, and in you all the families of the earth shall be blessed.”[a] Tags: 2026 | BLESS | Genesis | Rev. Jimmy Criddle Clinton Methodist Church 100 Mt Salus Rd Clinton. MS 39056 Office Hours: Monday - Friday 8am - 4pm Office Phone: 601.924.6671 cmc-clinton.org Clinton Methodist Church Weekday Weekday Ministries Hours: Monday-Friday 8am - 2-pm Weekday Ministries Phone: 601.924.9961 cmc-weekday.org

  9. Aug 2

    The Mind of Christ

    The Mind of Christ August 2, 2026 - The Mind of Christ - 1 Corinthians 2:6-16 This passage, rooted in 1st Corinthians 2:6-16, highlights the profound difference between God's wisdom, revealed through the Holy Spirit and centered on the crucified Christ, and the perishable wisdom of the world. It emphasizes that the Holy Spirit continually recalibrates believers' hearts, guiding them toward humility, surrender, and the mind of Christ, particularly when faced with life's challenges and distractions. This divine recalibration fosters a shift in perspective, leading to true joy and peace.  The Wisdom of God vs. Worldly Wisdom (1st Corinthians 2:6-16) God's Wisdom Declared: A message of wisdom among the mature, not the wisdom of this age or its rulers, who are "coming to nothing." God's wisdom is a mystery hidden and destined for our glory before time began. Rulers of this age did not understand it; otherwise, they "would not have crucified the Lord of glory." God has prepared "what no eye has seen, what no ear has heard, and what no human mind has conceived" for those who love Him. The Spirit's Role in Revelation: God has revealed these things to us by His Spirit. The Spirit "searches all things, even the deep things of God." No one knows God's thoughts except the Spirit of God. Believers receive "the spirit who is from God," not the spirit of the world, to understand what God has freely given us. Spiritual realities are explained with Spirit-taught words. A person without the Spirit considers spiritual things foolishness and cannot understand them, as they are "discerned only through the spirit." A person with the Spirit makes judgments about all things and is not subject to merely human judgments. The Mind of Christ: "Who has known the mind of the Lord, as to instruct him?" "But we have the mind of Christ." Recalibration in the Christian Life Analogy of GPS: Like a GPS saying "recalculating, recalibrating" when a turn is missed, the Holy Spirit continually recalibrates our hearts back to Jesus. The Corinthian church, to whom Paul wrote, had begun thinking "like Corinth instead of like Christ," leading to arguments and division. The Cross as the Focus: Paul addresses division not with conflict management but by pointing them to the cross. "We preach Christ, and him crucified," which reveals the power of God and the wisdom of God. The cross is not just a historical event but a present reality offering grace. The Holy Spirit uses the cross to recalibrate the minds of God's people, teaching them to see life through the wisdom of the cross instead of the wisdom of the world. Personal Retreat Experience Location: Mount Magazine State Park, Arkansas (highest point in the state, ~2600 feet elevation, breathtaking views). Initial State: Felt overwhelmed by life's responsibilities, frustrations, concerns, desire for control, and personal wants. Process of Recalibration: Rest: Slept 10 hours, recognizing the body's need for rest. Lament and Journaling: Wrote down everything weighing on the mind ("lamenting"). Shift to Gratitude: A "nudge from the Holy Spirit" prompted writing down "the things that are right" and "everything I was grateful for" (e.g., God's work, family, church). Outcome: Felt energized and life came back. Nothing external changed, but perspective changed. Brought to a place of humility and surrender. Joy returned, summarized as "Joy comes in the journaling." The Spirit recalibrated the heart, offering a new vantage point, like seeing from a mountain top instead of a valley. Learned to trust God and see His work. Invitation to Communion and Recalibration Laying Down Burdens: Come to the table carrying burdens, regrets, pride, self-interest, and the desire for control. Invite to lay these things down and surrender before God's grace. God's grace "claims us, cleanses us, recalibrates us, and calls us to another way." The Sacrament as Recalibration: Communion is not just a reminder of a past event, but an act of recalibration. Like a compass losing its true north or a GPS "recalculating," the Holy Spirit "gently turn[s] our hearts back to Jesus." The cross changes perspective toward humility, surrender, forgiveness, self-giving love, and joy. The Wisdom of God: This path "befuddles the world" and "looks like foolishness" (surrendering lives to Jesus may seem archaic). For believers, it is the "wellspring of life and hope and peace." "The way of the cross. It is the mind of Christ." Benediction (Numbers) "May the Lord bless you and keep you." "The Lord make his face to shine upon you and to be gracious to you." "The Lord, lift up his countenance upon you and give you his peace." 1 Corinthians 2:6-16 New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition The True Wisdom of God 6 Yet among the mature we do speak wisdom, though it is not a wisdom of this age or of the rulers of this age, who are being destroyed. 7 But we speak God’s wisdom, a hidden mystery, which God decreed before the ages for our glory 8 and which none of the rulers of this age understood, for if they had, they would not have crucified the Lord of glory. 9 But, as it is written, “What no eye has seen, nor ear heard,     nor the human heart conceived, what God has prepared for those who love him”— 10 God has revealed to us through the Spirit, for the Spirit searches everything, even the depths of God. 11 For what human knows what is truly human except the human spirit that is within? So also no one comprehends what is truly God’s except the Spirit of God. 12 Now we have received not the spirit of the world but the Spirit that is from God, so that we may understand the gifts bestowed on us by God. 13 And we speak of these things in words not taught by human wisdom but taught by the Spirit, interpreting spiritual things to those who are spiritual.[a] 14 Those who are unspiritual[b] do not receive the gifts of God’s Spirit, for they are foolishness to them, and they are unable to understand them because they are spiritually discerned. 15 Those who are spiritual discern all things, and they are themselves subject to no one else’s scrutiny. 16 “For who has known the mind of the Lord     so as to instruct him?” But we have the mind of Christ. Tags: 1 Corinthians | 2026 | Rev. Jimmy Criddle Clinton Methodist Church 100 Mt Salus Rd Clinton. MS 39056 Office Hours: Monday - Friday 8am - 4pm Office Phone: 601.924.6671 cmc-clinton.org Clinton Methodist Church Weekday Weekday Ministries Hours: Monday-Friday 8am - 2-pm Weekday Ministries Phone: 601.924.9961 cmc-weekday.org

  10. Jul 20

    What Do You Boast In

    What Do You Boast In July 19, 2026 - What Do You Boast In - Jeremiah 9:23-24 Jeremiah 9:23-24 warns against relying on human achievements—wisdom, strength, or wealth—and instead calls believers to find their ultimate pride, worth, and confidence in deeply knowing and understanding the character of God. The verses break down into two core themes: The Rejection of Human Boasting (v. 23): The passage highlights three things people often take pride in: intellectual wisdom, physical strength or power, and material riches. Because earthly circumstances (like the looming Babylonian exile) can wipe these away overnight, they are inherently fragile and inadequate as a foundation for life. The Command to Boast in God (v. 24): True wisdom, security, and glory come from having an active, relational knowledge of God. Believers are called to boast in His specific attributes: steadfast love (lovingkindness), justice, and righteousness. Because these are the very things God delights in, imitating and aligning one's life with them is the highest human calling. Jeremiah 9:23-24 NRSV 23 Thus says the Lord: Do not let the wise boast in their wisdom; do not let the mighty boast in their might; do not let the wealthy boast in their wealth; 24 but let those who boast boast in this, that they understand and know me, that I am the Lord; I act with steadfast love, justice, and righteousness in the earth, for in these things I delight, says the Lord. Tags: Jacob Hockensmith | Jeremiah

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