LWCF Teachings

In week six of our Summer on the Mount series, Pastor Cade Simmons explores Matthew 7:1-6, where Jesus teaches us how to judge with humility rather than hypocrisy. This message challenges us to examine our own hearts before pointing out the faults in others. As we draw closer to Christ, we're called to live according to His standard of holiness, allowing His truth to shape the way we see ours...

Summer on the Mount continues this week with "A Different Priority". Pastor Shane speaks out of Matthew 6:19-34 and teaches us that Jesus tells us to not place our hope in the things of this world, but to focus on Him because He is our hope for this life.

In week four of our Summer on the Mount series, Pastor Shane explores Jesus' teaching in Matthew 6:1-18 and challenges us to examine the motives behind our actions. Through His instructions on giving, prayer, and fasting, Jesus reveals that God is not only concerned with what we do, but why we do it. Are we seeking the approval of One? This message invites us to look beyond outward behavior a...

In the third message of our Summer on the Mount series, Pastor David explore Jesus' teaching on anger and reconciliation. Jesus reveals that God's concern goes beyond our outward actions to the condition of our hearts. The message challenges us to see that the issue is not merely anger, but our relationships with God and others. Discover how receiving God's grace through Jesus Chris...

In the second sermon in our Summer on the Mount series, Pastor David explores Jesus' powerful teaching on being the salt of the earth and light of the world. This message challenges us to consider the influence our lives have on those around us and reminds us that God has placed us where we are not by accident, but by assignment.

In Epistle to the Galatians 6:1–10, Pastor Shane’s sermon, “The ‘So What’ of Spirit-Filled Living,” teaches that a life led by the Holy Spirit should be visible in the way we treat others every day. Paul calls believers to restore people gently, carry each other’s burdens, remain humble, and continue doing good even when it’s difficult. Spirit-filled living means sowing into the things of God inst...

In The Helper Produces, Pastor David explores how the Holy Spirit works within believers to produce lasting spiritual fruit. Drawing from Galatians 5, this message highlights the contrast between living according to the flesh and walking in step with the Spirit. Through the power of the Helper, God develops love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control...

https://gifts.churchgrowth.orgPastor Shane teaches that the Holy Spirit gives every believer unique spiritual gifts to serve others and glorify Christ. Though the gifts differ, they all come from the same Spirit and are meant for the common good, not personal recognition. The focus is unity—each person plays an important role in the body of Christ. Believers are called to use their gifts faithfull...

In this powerful message, Pastor Shane explores the incredible role of the Holy Spirit as our Helper, as revealed in Romans 8. Life often brings moments of weakness, uncertainty, and struggle—but we are not left to face them alone. This sermon reminds us that the Spirit meets us in our need, intercedes on our behalf, and empowers us to live according to God’s purpose. “The Helper Helps” unpacks ho...

n Filled Living, Pastor Shane walks us through John 14, where Jesus comforts His disciples with the promise of His presence, peace, and the Holy Spirit. This message explores what it truly means to live a life filled—not with fear, uncertainty, or emptiness—but with the abiding presence of God. Through Jesus’ words, “Do not let your hearts be troubled,” we’re reminded that filled living begins wit...

In this powerful passage, we witness the pivotal moment where the hope of the resurrection begins to transform into a world-changing mission. From Resurrection to Revolution explores how Jesus, after His resurrection, prepares His disciples not just to remember Him—but to represent Him. As He ascends, He entrusts them with a divine calling: to be His witnesses “to the ends of the earth.” Pastor Sh...

In this powerful passage, Pastor Shane reminds us of the foundation of our faith—the gospel. It is not merely good advice or religious tradition, but the life-transforming truth that Jesus Christ died for our sins, was buried, and rose again on the third day according to the Scriptures. This same gospel, confirmed by eyewitnesses, is the unshakable hope for all who believe. “The Gospel That Change...

In Joy That Is Enough, Pastor David explores the deep and abiding joy found in Philippians 4:10, where the Apostle Paul expresses gratitude despite difficult circumstances. This message reminds us that true joy is not dependent on external situations, material blessings, or momentary happiness—it is rooted in a relationship with Christ and a heart of contentment. Through Paul’s example, we are cha...

The message highlights Paul’s call to fix our minds on what is true, noble, right, pure, lovely, and admirable. Pastor David explains that lasting joy begins when we intentionally align our thinking with God’s truth rather than being controlled by anxiety, fear, or negativity. He unpacks how prayer, gratitude, and disciplined thought patterns work together to guard our hearts and minds. Listeners...

in Philippians 3, the Apostle Paul reminds believers that true joy is not found in past achievements, religious credentials, or even past failures—it is found in knowing Christ and continually pressing forward in Him. Paul lays aside everything he once counted as gain and declares it loss compared to the surpassing worth of knowing Jesus. With a heart fixed on Christ, he chooses to forget what is...

In this powerful message, Pastor David explores the deep and unshakable joy that comes from truly knowing Christ. Drawing from Philippians 3:1–11, this sermon challenges believers to look beyond religious achievements, personal status, and worldly confidence, and instead place their full trust in Jesus. The Apostle Paul shares his own testimony of leaving behind everything he once considered valua...

In this powerful message, Pastor Shane explores what it truly means to experience Joy That Serves. Preaching from Epistle to the Philippians 2:1–18, he unpacks how real, lasting joy is not found in self-promotion or comfort, but in humility, unity, and Christ-centered service. Drawing from the example of Christ’s humility and obedience, this sermon challenges believers to adopt the mindset of Jesu...

In a world where happiness often feels temporary and dependent on circumstances, A Joy That Grows invites us to discover a deeper, lasting joy rooted in faith. In this encouraging message, Pastor Shane draws inspiration from Epistle to the Philippians, where Paul the Apostle speaks of rejoicing even while facing imprisonment. Through this powerful example, we are reminded that true joy is not base...

In Joy That Grows, Pastor Shane shares how true joy is not based on circumstances but on our relationship with Christ. From Paul’s opening words in Philippians, we see that joy grows through partnership in the gospel, confidence in God’s faithful work in us, and love that increases in wisdom and understanding. Even in difficult seasons, we can trust that God is continuing the good work He began, s...

What does the church look like when it’s more than a Sunday service? In When Church Gets Real: Community, Pastor Shane explores the powerful picture of the early church in Acts 2:41–47—a community marked by devotion, generosity, unity, and genuine care for one another. This sermon challenges us to move beyond surface-level faith and step into real, life-giving relationships rooted in Christ. As we...

What does it look like when faith moves from polite hellos to genuine welcome? In Genesis 18, Abraham opens his home—and his heart—to three unexpected visitors, showing us that real hospitality is more than good manners; it’s making space for God to move through ordinary people and everyday moments. In this message, Pastor Shane explores how “real” church isn’t about perfection or performance, but...

What happens when church moves beyond routines and appearances and becomes a place of genuine encounter? In When Church Gets Real, Pastor Shane draws from John 4, where Jesus meets the Samaritan woman at the well and models a faith that is honest, personal, and transformational. This message invites us to see how Jesus engages people in their real stories, broken places, and deepest needs—and how...

In Wisdom’s Call, Pastor Shane explores Proverbs 1 and God’s invitation to live with wisdom, discernment, and reverence for the Lord. This message contrasts the voices that compete for our attention with the clear call of God’s wisdom, revealing how the fear of the Lord is the foundation for a life of purpose and blessing. Through

In Changed Lives, Pastor David teaches from Ephesians 2 to show how God’s grace transforms us from who we once were into who He has called us to be. This message reminds us that we are saved not by our works, but by God’s mercy and love. Through Christ, our past no longer defines us—we are made alive, renewed, and given purpose. This sermon encourages believers to walk confidently in their new lif...

In God’s Perfect Timing, Pastor Shane explores how God works through history and ordinary moments to accomplish His extraordinary plan. From the humble birth of Jesus in Bethlehem (Luke 2:1–7) to Paul’s reminder that Christ came at just the right time to redeem humanity (Galatians 4:4–5), this message reveals that God is never early or late—He is always on time. This sermon encourages believers to...