Sermons
A Sower Went Out to Sow
June 7, 2026 – A Sower Went Out to Sow –
Matthew 13:1-9 and 18-23 contain the Parable of the Sower and its meaning. Jesus compares the “word of the kingdom” to seeds scattered on four distinct types of soil, representing different human heart conditions and responses to God’s message.
The Four Soils Explained:
The Path (The Hard Heart):
Rocky Ground (The Shallow Heart):
Among Thorns (The Divided Heart):
You Promised: What God Does Not Promise
May 31, 2026 – You Promised: What God Does Not Promise – Romans 11:33-36
Romans 11:33-36 is a famous doxology where Paul marvels at God’s boundless wisdom, sovereignty, and grace. He concludes that God’s ways are beyond human comprehension, that He owes humanity nothing, and that all of creation exists ultimately to bring Him glory.
Key themes from the passage include:
Incomprehensible Wisdom: God’s knowledge…
You Promised: You Will Receive Power
May 24, 2026 – You Promised: You Will Receive Power – Acts 2:1-4
Acts 2:1-4 describes the Day of Pentecost, when the Holy Spirit descended upon Jesus’ followers. As they gathered together, a sound like a rushing wind filled the room, and divided tongues of fire rested on each person. They were filled with the Holy Spirit and miraculously began speaking in other languages.
You Promised: I Will Come Again
May 17, 2026 – I Will Come Again – John 14:1-6
Jesus comforts his disciples, assuring them he is preparing a place for them in his Father’s house and will return to take them there. He declares himself the way, the truth, and the life, emphasizing that no one comes to the Father except through him.
John 14:1-6
Jesus the Way to the Father
14 “Do not let your hearts be troubled.
You Promised: You Will Find Rest
May 10, 2026 – You Promised: You Will Find Rest – Matthew 11:28-30
Jesus promises His disciples rest in Matthew 11:28–30. This Sunday we will continue our series on the promises of God as we explore what it means to truly enter into Christ’s rest.
Does the promise of rest appeal to you? I know it does to me.
April and May can be exhausting months filled with celebrations, programs, graduations, recitals, ballgames, and constant activity.
You Promised: To Hear Our Cry for Help
April 26, 2026 – You Promised: To Hear Our Cry for Help – Luke 18:1-8 features the Parable of the Persistent Widow, where Jesus teaches the necessity of praying consistently without losing heart. It contrasts a corrupt, indifferent judge—who eventually grants a widow justice just to stop her pestering—with a righteous God, who is eager to answer the persistent prayers of His people.
Key Aspects of the Parable:
You Promised: You Will Hear My Voice
April 12, 2026 -You Promised: I Am with You – Matthew 28:16-20 (the Great Commission) records Jesus meeting his disciples on a Galilean mountain, where he declares his universal authority. He commands them to make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Trinity and teaching them his commandments, while promising his presence until the end of the age.
The Command (v. 19-20a)
You Promised: I Am with You
April 19, 2026 – You Promised: You Will Hear My Voice – In John 10:22-30, Jesus is questioned by Jewish leaders during Hanukkah at the Temple regarding his identity as the Messiah. He states that his works, done in his Father’s name, already testify to who he is, but they do not believe because they are not his sheep. Jesus promises his followers eternal life and security, declaring that no one can snatch them out of his or the Father’s hand, concluding, “I and the Father are one”.
Alive in Christ
April 5, 2026 – Alive in Christ
Matthew 28:1-10 – This passage from Matthew describes the Resurrection of Jesus, detailing the discovery of the empty tomb by Mary Magdalene and another Mary, the angelic announcement of Jesus’s rising, and Jesus’s subsequent appearance to the women with instructions for his disciples. The Resurrection of Jesus (Matthew 28:1-10) The Discovery at the Tomb
Palm Sunday 2026
March 29, 2026 – Palm Sunday
This Sunday our Sanctuary Choir will present their annual Palm Sunday music program. There will be one combined worship service in the sanctuary at 11:00 a.m. It is our hope that you will experience the presence of the Holy Spirit through this music and narration as we enter Holy Week in preparation for Easter Sunday morning. Bring a friend to church with you and we hope to see you there!
Prisoners of Hope
March 22, 2026 – Prisoners of Hope –
Zechariah 9:9-17 is a Messianic prophecy foretelling a humble, righteous King who brings salvation, arriving on a donkey to establish lasting peace, not war. He will end military conflict, rule over the nations, and gather his people. The passage pledges divine protection, restoration, and ultimate victory for Zion against her enemies. Key Details and Themes The Humble King (vv. 9-10):
How Can I Give You Up?
March 15, 2026 – How Can I Give You Up? – Hosea 11:1-11
Notes on God’s Love, Sin, and Restoration in Hosea
Main Takeaway: The Book of Hosea illustrates God’s persistent, costly, and amazing love for His unfaithful people, mirroring Israel’s covenant with God as a marriage and emphasizing sin as a betrayal of love, ultimately pointing to Christ’s…