Sermons on Spiritual Growth
Where is My Faith?
Knock knock…the Lord is calling! Listen as Minister Lea Gilmore emphasizes the power of faith, private prayer, and active engagement with God’s Word in overcoming life’s challenges and following Jesus faithfully. – Minister Lea Gilmore’s sermon from October 27, 2024.
Unity of Mind and Purpose
Unity and harmony are not final destinations along our Christian journey, but they are in fact – “The Journey”. Christian unity and harmony are necessary elements for building strong relationships and are essential for a healthy growing church. In contrast, Satan often uses disharmony, chaos and confusion to create division within the body of Christ. – Rev. Dr. Ron Hankins sermon from October 20, 2024.
A Better Version of You
In order for us to continually grow into a better version of ourselves, we must learn to trust God as we endure the test and trials of our lives. The better version of ourselves isn’t only revealed at the subsequent end of our struggles, but it is also revealed throughout the struggle itself. – Rev. Dr. Ron Hankins sermon from October 6, 2024.
Avoiding Kingdom Obstacles
Matthew 6:33 reminds us to seek the Kingdom of God above all else and live righteously. Satan’s seduction involves creating distractions and stumbling blocks that keep God’s children from seeking after the Lord and potentially not entering God’s Kingdom. Jesus warns us that we must never become an obstacle for others in their Christian faith, nor should we ever allow any earthly obstacle – physical, mental or spiritual to keep us from serving God and entering the Kingdom of Heaven…
Words Matter
Proverbs 18:21 reminds us that the tongue can bring about death or life – for ourselves, as well as for others. As Christian believers, we must always be mindful of both our spoken, as well as our unspoken words. Sometimes, unspoken words can speak louder the words spoken. – Rev. Dr. Ron Hankins sermon from September 15, 2024.
Heart Matters
Listen as Pastor Ron preaches on the importance of having and maintaining a healthy “spiritual” heart. Just as a healthy heart is paramount to our physical health and well-being, our spiritual well-being is greatly impacted by the condition of our inner hearts. Proverbs 4:23 warns us to Guard your heart above all else, for it determines the course of your life. Rev. Dr. Ron Hankins sermon from September 1, 2024.
It’s All About Mercy and Kindness
In the Old Testament book of Micah the question is asked, what does the Lord require of us? As children of God, we are to act justly, to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God (Micah 6:6-8). However in the parable of the Good Samaritan, we observe how easy it can be to squander opportunities to be a blessing to those who are in need of assistance. Pastor Ron discusses how displays of compassion, mercy and kindness towards…
Thy Kingdom Come, Thy Will be Done…
This week in our series on the Lord’s Prayer, we turn to “Thy Kingdom Come, Thy Will be Done, on earth as it is in heaven.”
Lord’s Prayer Sermon Series – June 30, 2024
This week we begin a worship series on the Lord’s Prayer. This prayer has brought together followers of Jesus into the heart of his teachings. I find it so enriching that there are different translations and interpretations of this prayer. Words and phrases that might resonate with us in new ways and connect us to God and all creation. For at the heart of this prayer is our interconnectedness. Nowhere will you find “give me my bread” or “forgive my…
Rev. Shannon Weston’s Sermon: Sunday, May 5, 2024
The feeding of the 5, 000 – it’s a familiar story, and it’s a great story, but it is because it is a great story that I wonder if its complexity is often overlooked. Luke’s version of the story isn’t in the lectionary, but in it are details about the community and Jesus’s continued empowering ministry that should not be overlooked.
Rev. Shannon Weston – April 14, 2024
Jesus’ work never ended. Still hasn’t. As soon as the same day he had been seen raised in the garden, Jesus found the disciples gathered in a room huddling for fear, all except one, Thomas. The following week, when Jesus returned, Thomas was with them. Jesus apparently knew Thomas was doubtful of the disciples’ report and invited Thomas to inspect his body. But Thomas didn’t need further proof. Jesus then explained the responsibility Jesus was passing on to the disciples…
Who Do You Say I Am?
Minister Lea Gilmore explores Mark 8:27-30, where Jesus asks, “Who do you say I am?” Delving into this passage, Lea will unpack its significance for our identity as a church and as children of God. – Minister Lea Gilmore’s sermon from March 17, 2024.