Midtown Fellowship: Two Notch

His & Hers | Male and Female He Created Them | January 18

Sermon by Ant Frederick on January 18, 2026. Key scripture: Genesis 1:26-28 & 2:18-22 In the West, there seems to be endless discussion about men and women. What do those words mean? Do they matter? Is their distinction even important? All the while, men and women are struggling. Men are not doing well, women are not doing well, and marriages are not doing well either. And we often don’t know how to talk about why. At times, we lack the clarity to see that some of our biggest problems go all the way to our God-given, gendered design. There is a lot of deep confusion, and the topic of gender differentiation is often incredibly contentious. But what if it doesn’t have to be? What if a better understanding of our God-given design sheds light on many of our problems? God’s Word extends an invitation to find our joy in God’s good design for our gender. The Biblical foundation of two genders made with fundamental equality AND unique wiring, skills, and responsibilities is both more in line with reality and more helpful for human flourishing, healthy marriages, and an overall healthy society.

Stand-Alone | We Will Rise Again | January 11

Sermon by Justin Gates on January 11, 2026. Key scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13–18 In 1 Thessalonians 4:13–18, Paul reminds believers that the resurrection of the dead is certain because it is grounded in the resurrection of Jesus Himself. He also shows that the resurrection is ordered, with Christ returning first and His people being raised and gathered to Him according to God’s perfect plan. Because this hope is secure and future glory is assured, believers are called to encourage one another with these words.

John | The Shape That Love Takes | January 4

Sermon by Ant Frederick on January 4, 2026. Key scripture: John 13:31-38, 1 Corinthians 13:4-7, 1 John 4:19 In a moment of confusion and betrayal, Jesus anchors His disciples in clarity and purpose: love one another as I have loved you. This kind of love, Jesus says, is how the world will know who belongs to Him.

John | What True Greatness Looks Like | December 21

Sermon by Ant Frederick on December 21, 2025. Key scripture: John 13:1–17, Philippians 2:5-7, 1 John 1:9 Jesus, knowing the cross was hours away, bent low to serve, even the one who would betray Him. In John 13, we see not just an act of love, but a pattern for how His grace transforms our posture toward others.

John | The Triumphal Entry | December 14

Sermon by Ant Frederick on December 14, 2025. Key scripture: John 12:12-50 What kind of king are you hoping for? Advent reminds us we often long for strength and victory—but Jesus arrives on a donkey. This week, we consider how He draws us through humility, not force.