What does it really mean to be all in?

In this throwback message from May 11, 2025, Pastor Tim Brannon challenges us to move beyond casual Christianity into a life of complete surrender. Drawing from Jesus’ words in Matthew 16:24–25, this sermon confronts the tension between holding on and letting go—between saving your life and truly finding it.

Through compelling stories—from the relentless pursuit of innovation by Thomas Edison to the radical, no-retreat mindset of Alexander the Great and Hernán Cortés—this message builds a vivid picture of what total commitment looks like. But the heart of the message goes deeper: Jesus isn’t calling for admiration or convenience—He’s calling for surrender.

Why do we follow Him? Is it for what He can do for us, or because of who He is?

Exploring moments like the feeding of the 5,000, the response of the disciples in John 6, and the sobering account of Ananias and Sapphira in Acts 4–5, Pastor Tim exposes the danger of half-hearted devotion and the illusion of being “all in” while still holding back.

This sermon draws a clear line between commitment and surrender—reminding us that while commitment keeps us in control, surrender gives everything over to God. Echoing the words of Dietrich Bonhoeffer, “When Christ calls a man, He bids him come and die,” this message invites listeners to lay down their lives in order to truly live.

This isn’t just a message—it’s a call to examine your heart.

Are there areas you’re still holding back?

Have you “burned the ships”?

Are you truly all in?

Discover the freedom, purpose, and power that come from full surrender—and step into the life you were created to live.

All in. No retreat. No halfway.

Liberty City Methodist Church | Published May 3, 2026 | Preached May 11, 2025

What does real, unshakable confidence actually look like?

In this powerful message, “I WILL BE CONFIDENT (Ain’t Nothing Gonna Back Me Down)”, Pastor Tim Brannon challenges the difference between talking about faith and living it—especially when life gets hard. Rooted in Romans 8:28–31, this sermon declares a bold truth: confidence isn’t based on circumstances—it’s anchored in who God is and what He has already done.

From Paul’s unshakable conviction to the fiery stand of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, this message reveals a kind of faith that doesn’t compromise under pressure, doesn’t bow to fear, and doesn’t back down—even when the outcome is uncertain.

This isn’t confidence built on comfort.

It’s confidence proven in confrontation.

If you’ve ever felt your faith shake under pressure…

If you’ve been trying to follow Jesus with a divided heart…

If you’re ready to move from hesitation to bold declaration…

This message will call you higher.

It’s time to cut out compromise, settle your identity in Christ, and step into a life fully surrendered to Him.

Because when you know who you believe, and you’re convinced He is faithful—

you can stand firm and say with confidence:

“AIN’T NOTHING GONNA BACK ME DOWN.”

🎙️ Liberty City Methodist Church | April 19, 2026

What are you really hungry for?

In this message from Liberty City Methodist Church, Pastor Tim Brannon challenges us to look beyond surface-level faith and ask a deeper question: Are we seeking Jesus for what He can do—or for who He is?

Drawing from John 6:26–36, this sermon explores the tension between temporary satisfaction and eternal fulfillment. Just like the crowd that followed Jesus for bread, we can find ourselves pursuing Him for what meets immediate needs while missing the greater invitation—to know Him as the Bread of Life.

This message also unpacks the purpose of Jesus’ parables, revealing how they both uncover truth for the hungry heart and conceal it from the complacent. The difference isn’t in the message—it’s in our response.

If you’ve ever felt spiritually stagnant, comfortable, or curious about going deeper in your faith, this episode is an invitation:

Are you content with hearing… or are you willing to pursue more?

“Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you.” (Matthew 7:7–8)

Lean in. There is more.

Liberty City Methodist Church - April 12, 2026

Celebrate Resurrection Sunday with this powerful message, The Risen King, from Liberty City Methodist Church, as Pastor Tim Brannon walks through the breathtaking account of the empty tomb in Gospel of Matthew 28:1–10.

This message captures the emotional journey of Holy Week—the soaring expectations of Palm Sunday, the crushing disappointment of the cross, and the heavy silence of Saturday. In those moments when hope feels buried and God seems silent, we are reminded of a life-changing truth: just because it looks over doesn’t mean God is finished.

Through Scripture and compelling teaching, Pastor Tim reveals how what appeared to be defeat was actually God’s greatest victory. The resurrection of Jesus is not just a historical event—it is a present reality. The Risen King has defeated sin, conquered death, and now invites us to live in the power of that victory.

If you’ve ever wrestled with disappointment, doubt, or the silence of unanswered prayers, this message will meet you there—and lead you to the hope found in the risen Christ.

The tomb is empty.

The King is alive.

And His victory… is now your reality.

Liberty City Methodist Church – Resurrection Sunday | April 5, 2026

On this Good Friday, Pastor Tim Brannon delivers a powerful message titled The Crucified King, tracing the final steps of Jesus from the celebration of Palm Sunday to the suffering of the cross. Walking through the events of Holy Week, this message reveals that nothing about the cross was accidental—every moment was intentional, every step purposeful, and every prophecy fulfilled.

Centered in Gospel of John 19 and the haunting words of Psalm 22, we are invited to see the crucifixion not simply as a moment of suffering, but as the turning point of all history. When Jesus cried out, “My God, My God, why have You forsaken Me?” He was not losing control—He was revealing the fulfillment of Scripture and the depth of redemption unfolding in real time.

This message brings us to the foot of the cross—into the darkness, the anguish, and ultimately the victory declared in three words: “It is finished.” The debt is paid. The work is complete. The King, though crucified, is fully in control.

The cross is not the end of the story—it is the beginning of hope, freedom, and new life.

Join us as we remember the sacrifice, receive the grace, and behold the Crucified King.

Liberty City Methodist Church – Good Friday | April 3, 2026

In this powerful Palm Sunday message, The Unexpected God, Pastor Tim Brannon walks through Gospel of Luke 19:28–44, bringing us face-to-face with a moment that changed history—the day Jesus entered Jerusalem.

The crowds shouted “Hosanna,” expecting a conquering king. But what they received was something entirely different: a humble King riding on a donkey, a Savior not just for a nation, but for the world. In this message, we’re challenged to wrestle with a sobering truth—it’s possible to be close to Jesus, to celebrate Him, and still completely miss who He really is.

Building on themes from Acts of the Apostles 17, this sermon calls us beyond surface-level belief into a genuine encounter with God. It confronts the ways we shape Jesus into our own expectations and invites us instead to surrender to Him as He truly is—the unexpected, humble, crucified, and risen King.

As Holy Week begins, this message serves as both an invitation and a warning: don’t just join the crowd—recognize Him, receive Him, and follow Him.

Liberty City Methodist Church – March 29, 2026

In Week 3 of the Positioned for Purpose series, Pastor Tim walks through Paul’s powerful message at Mars Hill in Athens, focusing on Acts of the Apostles 17:24–31. Surrounded by idols, temples, and competing philosophies, Paul challenges one of the most intellectual audiences of the ancient world to do something simple—but life-altering: rethink their understanding of God.

This message explores what repentance really means—a change of mind. A realization that what we thought about God may have been incomplete, distorted, or too small. Paul reveals that God is not confined to human ideas, religious systems, or physical structures, but has made Himself known fully through a person—Jesus Christ.

As the series builds, this week brings us to a turning point: it’s not enough to search for God—we must respond when He reveals Himself.

If you’ve ever wrestled with who God truly is, or sensed that your understanding of Him might need to grow, this message will challenge and invite you to see Him more clearly. Because when we encounter the truth of who God is, everything changes.

You are not just positioned to seek God—you are positioned to know Him and make Him known.

Liberty City Methodist Church – March 22, 2026

In Week 2 of the Positioned for Purpose series, Pastor Tim continues Paul’s message at the Areopagus in Athens, focusing on Acts of the Apostles 17:26–28. After declaring that God determines the times and places where people live, Paul explains why God has arranged life this way—so that people might seek Him and discover that He is not far from any of us.

In this message, “Closer Than We Think,” we explore the deep human search for meaning, truth, and purpose. Paul describes humanity as people feeling their way through the dark, reaching out for something just beyond their grasp. Yet the remarkable truth of the gospel is that the God people are searching for is already near—closer than they realize.

Through Scripture and everyday illustrations, this message reminds us that God’s presence often surrounds us in ways we overlook. Even in places filled with religious activity, it is possible to miss the reality that God is near and inviting us to truly know Him.

As the series continues, this message prepares us for the next question Paul raises: if God is near, are we ready to let Him reveal who He truly is?

Liberty City Methodist Church – March 15, 2026