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Acts 2:42-47 The message contrasts consumer culture’s inward-looking question, “What do I want?” with the church’s outward call to ask, “What does Jesus want of us?” Drawing on Acts 2:42–47, it portrays the early church as devoted to Jesus’ teaching, prayer, fellowship, shared meals, and meeting one another’s needs while actively engaging people where they lived and gathered. The message argues th...

Mark 10:35-45 The message argues that true Christian discipleship moves beyond a consumer mindset of asking, “What do I get?” to a servant mindset of asking, “What am I willing to give?” Drawing on Mark 10:35–45, it explains that James and John sought status, power, and privilege beside Jesus, reflecting both their hopes for political liberation and the culture’s definition of greatness. Jesus cor...

1 Corinthians 12:12-27 The message challenges people to move from treating church as a consumer product, judged by personal preferences such as music, preaching, programs, or convenience, to understanding it as the body of Christ. Drawing on 1 Corinthians 12, it emphasizes that every person has a distinct and necessary role, like different parts of a living body, and that the church is a community...

The message warns that modern consumer culture trains people to organize life around personal preference, and this mindset can distort faith when church becomes about enjoying the music, sermons, relationships, or benefits received rather than following Jesus. Drawing on John 6, it explains that the crowd pursued Jesus mainly because he had fed them, but Jesus redirected them from perishable bread...

This message reflects on Zephaniah 3:14–17, emphasizing that God not only calls His people to rejoice but is present with them, saves them, quiets them with love, and sings over them with delight. Though Zephaniah begins with warnings of judgment for sin, it turns toward redemption for those who repent and trust God; salvation is rooted in God’s grace rather than human effort. The sermon connects...

October 4, 2026 Will Dyer

This sermon explores the tension between grace and the law in the Christian faith, using Paul's letter to the Galatians as a foundation. Mark Hampton emphasizes that believers often drift from grace not by abandoning faith, but by relying on their own efforts or adherence to religious laws for salvation. Paul addresses the Galatians' struggle with integrating Old Testament law and the gosp...

This message explores the transformative power of grace, emphasizing that true grace not only changes us internally but also compels us to act generously toward others. Drawing from Paul's letters to the Corinthians, the message highlights how the Macedonian church, despite hardship, exemplified sincere generosity rooted in God's undeserved gift. Will Dyer contrasts the world's tendency toward sel...

This message explores the profound impact of God's grace, emphasizing that grace not only changes us internally but also compels us to share its transformative power with others. Drawing from Paul's letter to the Corinthians, Will Dyer highlights that believers become new creations through Christ, no longer viewing others from a worldly perspective but as recipients of God's love. The...

This message explores the transformative power of grace as described in Ephesians 2:11-22, emphasizing that God's grace not only reconciles individuals to God (the vertical relationship) but also breaks down barriers between people (the horizontal relationship). Will Dyer highlights how, historically, divisions such as those between Jews and Gentiles were deeply entrenched, symbolized by liter...

The message explores the theme that God’s grace is not a promise of a trouble-free life, but rather the sustaining force that carries believers through hardship and unanswered prayers. Drawing from Paul’s letter to the Corinthians, the speaker emphasizes that even when prayers for relief go unanswered, God’s response—"My grace is sufficient for you"—invites trust beyond personal strength or unders...

This message explores the profound impact of God's grace on individuals and communities. Drawing from Paul's letter to Titus, Will Dyer emphasizes that grace is not just about forgiveness or a change in spiritual status, but about a deep transformation of values, desires, and daily living. Through personal stories and biblical examples, the sermon illustrates how truly experiencing grace l...

This message explores the central Christian concept of grace, emphasizing that grace is God's utterly generous and undeserved action through Jesus Christ to rescue, restore, and renew humanity. Drawing from Romans 3, it highlights that all people have sinned and fallen short of God's glory, but through the faithfulness and sacrifice of Jesus, everyone can be freely justified and forgiven....

This message introduces an eight-week sermon series focused on the concept of grace in the Christian faith. Will Dyer begins by reading the parable of the prodigal son from Luke 15, emphasizing how grace is central to Christianity and is mentioned frequently in the New Testament. The sermon explains that grace is God's unearned, generous love and action toward humanity, demonstrated through Je...

This message concludes an eight-week series on wisdom from Proverbs, focusing on the profound impact of daily decisions on the direction and ultimate destination of our lives. Will Dyer emphasizes that while we make thousands of decisions each day—many unconsciously—each choice shapes who we become. Proverbs teaches that there are two paths: one leading to life and wisdom, the other to folly and d...

This message given by Martha Kate Hall emphasizes the importance of humility as the foundation of true wisdom, drawing from the Book of Proverbs and the example of Jesus. It explains that wisdom is not about knowing everything, but about remaining teachable and open to correction, contrasting the wise—who are humble and eager to learn—with the fool, who rejects instruction out of pride. The messag...

This message explores the biblical perspective on wealth, generosity, and the dangers of loving money in a culture that idolizes material success. Drawing from Proverbs 11:24-25 and teachings of Jesus and Paul, Will Dyer emphasizes that money itself is neutral, but the love of money can lead to spiritual emptiness and distance from God. The message challenges the cultural norm of accumulation and...

The message emphasizes the critical importance of discipleship, biblical literacy, and faith-based parenting within the Christian community. Drawing from passages in Matthew, Deuteronomy, Psalms, and other scriptures, Carla Parker highlights that Jesus called his followers to "make disciples," not just believers, and that true discipleship is a daily, lifelong process akin to apprentices...

This message explores the biblical and theological significance of work, emphasizing that all work—regardless of its perceived 'secular' or 'sacred' nature—is inherently valuable and a reflection of God's image. Drawing from Proverbs, Genesis, and the teachings of Paul, Will Dyer argues against dividing life into sacred and secular spheres, highlighting that God intends for wor...

The message emphasizes the vital importance of authentic relationships and community for living a wise, fulfilling, and Jesus-like life. Drawing from Proverbs and the example of the early church in Acts, it highlights that true growth and transformation happen through deep, intentional connections with others, not just through distant influences like authors or online personalities. Will Dyer warn...

The message addresses the reality of anxiety in modern life and offers biblical wisdom for handling it. Drawing from Proverbs and the story of Jesus calming the storm, Will Dyer emphasizes that anxiety is a heavy burden affecting everyone, often intensified by both global and personal concerns. While culture suggests self-reliance or turning to technology and self-help, the sermon argues that true...

This message emphasizes the profound power of words, drawing wisdom from the book of Proverbs and connecting it to the teachings of Jesus. Will Dyer highlights that words can either build up or destroy, shaping the world around us and leaving lasting impacts on people's lives. Through personal stories and scriptural references, the message urges listeners to be mindful of their speech, recogni...

This message introduces a new sermon series focused on the biblical book of Proverbs, emphasizing the importance of wisdom in daily life, especially in an age dominated by information and technological advancements like artificial intelligence. Will Dyer reflects on a conversation with a friend who left Christianity seeking practical guidance for everyday living, countering the misconception that...

The sermon explores the biblical perspective of how God views the world and how this shapes the church's mission and worldview. Drawing from Psalm 113, Mark Hampton emphasizes two key perspectives: humanity looking up to God in awe of His majesty, power, and worthiness of praise, and God looking down with compassion, especially toward the poor, needy, and marginalized. The sermon highlights th...

This message celebrates Pentecost as the birthday of the church, reflecting on the events of Acts chapter two when the Holy Spirit descended upon the disciples, empowering them to speak in different languages and reach people from all nations. The Will Dyer draws parallels between the biblical story and the present, emphasizing that the church was not born from human planning or fear, but from the...