Westminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SC

Join Pastor Stuart as for the third lesson in our series, Head Full of Doubt, where we seek to answer the question, "What do we do with doubt?" In this lesson, we turn to Jude 20-23 to hear about . . . "Mercy to Those Who Doubt". In this lesson, we learn: Because God has shown us mercy in Christ Jesus, we show mercy . . . even to those who doubt. We show mercy to people who doubt in several ways:...

Join Pastor Stuart as we continue in our new series, Head Full of Doubt, where we seek to answer the question, "What do we do with doubt?" In this second lesson, we turn to James 1:5-8 to hear about . . . "The Heart of Doubt". In this lesson, we learn: The heart of doubt is uncertainty. Doubt wavers between belief and unbelief which leads us to be double-minded. A divided mind lacks stability. Jes...

Join Pastor Stuart as we begin our new series, Head Full of Doubt, where we seek to answer the question, "What do we do with doubt?" In our first lesson, we turn to Genesis 17:1-8, 15-19 and Matthew 28:1-10, 16-17 to see that . . . "Doubt is Universal". In this lesson, we learn: Everyone wrestles with doubt. Because of the prevalence of doubt: We need not be afraid to express our doubts to Jesus....

Join Pastor Stuart as we wrap up our series, Someone Like You, where we seek to answer the question, "Who does Jesus care about?" In our last lesson, we turn to the Gospel According to Luke 14:12-24 to hear the Good News of . . . "Responding to God's Invitation". In this lesson, we learn: The invitation of God in Christ necessitates our response. We dare not take God’s invitation for granted. Resp...

Join Pastor Stuart as we continue in our series, Someone Like You, where we seek to answer the question, "Who does Jesus care about?" In this lesson, we turn to the Gospel According to Luke 15:1-10 to hear the Good News of . . . "The Seeking and Celebrating God". In this lesson, we learn: The parable of the lost sheep and coin tell us important truths about what God is like. God is the diligent se...

Join Pastor Stuart as we continue in our series, Someone Like You, where we seek to answer the question, "Who does Jesus care about?" In our 4th lesson, we turn to the Apostle John's First Letter 2:1-2 to hear the Good News for people . . . "All Over the World". In this lesson, we learn: The good news about Jesus is for people all over the world. Jesus is a righteous advocate for any sinner who tr...

Join Pastor Stuart as we continue in our new series, Someone Like You, where we seek to answer the question, "Who does Jesus care about?" In this third lesson, we turn to the Apostle Paul's First Letter to Timothy 1:12-17 to hear the Good News that brings . . . "Encouragement to Sinners". In this lesson, we learn: The reason Jesus came into the world was to save sinners. The apostle Paul is an exa...

Join Pastor Stuart as we continue in our new series, Someone Like You, where we seek to answer the question, "Who does Jesus care about?" In our second lesson, we turn to Luke 5:27-32 to learn about . . . Jesus' "Target Group". In this lesson, we learn: The “target group” of Jesus is sinners. Jesus is the great physician who treats the malady of our sin. This is especially good news for those who...

Join Pastor Stuart as we begin our new series, Someone Like You, as we seek to answer the question, "Who does Jesus care about?" In our first lesson, we turn to Isaiah 55:1-3 to see . . . "An Incredible Invitation". In this lesson, we learn: God extends an incredible invitation. This invitation is for us to receive without payment. This invitation isn’t really about drink and food; it’s about bein...

Join Rev. Russ Whitfield for the final session of our Christ, Culture and the Church Conference as we turn to the Apostle John's First Letter 4:7-21 to explore . . . "True Love". In this lesson, we learn about . . . Correcting Our Love Perfecting Our Love You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net . Find us on social media at @WPCSumter.

Join Rev. Russ Whitfield for Session 2 of our Christ, Culture and the Church Conference as we turn to the Gospel According to Isaiah 43:1-7 to explore . . . "True Security". In this lesson, we learn that . . . While Fear Operates . . . . . . Faith Liberates You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net . Find us on social media at @WPCSumter.

Join Rev. Russ Whitfield for Session 1 of our Christ, Culture and the Church Conference as we turn to the Gospel According to John 5:1-17 to explore . . . "True Healing". In this lesson, we learn about . . . Perceiving Healing Myths Receiving Healing Mercy You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net . Find us on social media at @WPCSumter.

Join Pastor Stuart as we turn to the Apostle Paul's Second Letter to the Corinthians 4:1-6 to learn the important truth that . . . "It’s Not About Us, It’s About Jesus". In this lesson, we learn that . . . The message of the church is about Jesus, not about ourselves. Our lives are to reflect Jesus in all we do and say. We live this way because of what Jesus has done for us. Because our lives are...

Join Pastor Nathan for the 20th and final lesson in our series, Don't Stop Believin', a sermon series on the Epistle to the Hebrews. Today, we turn to Hebrews 13:20-25 to hear . . . "A Good Word". In this lesson, we learn: The God of Peace blesses His people. The God of Peace brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus. The God of Peace equips you with everything good that you may do his will. The...

Join Pastor Stuart for Part 19 in our series, Don't Stop Believin', a sermon series on the Epistle to the Hebrews. Today, we turn to Hebrews 13:7-19 to learn of some of the . . . "Sacrifices of Following Jesus". In this lesson, we hear: Following Jesus entails sacrifice. The sacrifice of praise. The sacrifice of giving. The sacrifice of submitting to leaders who are following Jesus. The sacrifice...

Join Pastor Stuart for Part 18 in our series, Don't Stop Believin', a sermon series on the Epistle to the Hebrews. Today, we turn to Hebrews 13:1-6 to see what it looks like to have. . . "Lives Shaped by Jesus". In this lesson, we learn: The good news of Jesus shapes the way we live. In what ways? The way we treat others. The way we view marriage and sex. The way we view money.  Therefore, we shou...

Join Pastor Stuart for Part 17 in our series, Don't Stop Believin', a sermon series on the Epistle to the Hebrews. Today, we turn to Hebrews 12:14-29 to learn . . . "With Great Privilege Comes Great Responsibility". In this lesson, we see: Because of the great privileges we have as citizens of Christ’s kingdom, we have great responsibilities. We are to strive for peace and holiness. We are to offe...

Join Pastor Stuart for Part 16 in our series, Don't Stop Believin', a sermon series on the Epistle to the Hebrews. Today, we turn to Hebrews 12:4-13 to better understand the Lord's . . . "Love & Discipline". In this lesson, we learn: God lovingly disciplines his children. God does this so that we will share in his holiness. While discipline is not pleasant, it assures us of God’s love and trai...

Join Pastor Stuart for Part 15 in our series, Don't Stop Believin', a sermon series on the Epistle to the Hebrews. Today, we turn to Hebrews 10:26-12:3 as we see examples of those "Living By Faith" and the ultimate focus of faith in Jesus Christ! In this lesson, we learn we are called to: Live by faith. Living by faith means trusting God in all circumstances. Living by faith leads to obedience. Je...

Join Pastor Stuart for Part 14 in our series, Don't Stop Believin', a sermon series on the Epistle to the Hebrews. Today, we turn to Hebrews 10:1-25 as we examine some momentous reverberations of . . . "Living in Light of Jesus’ Once For All Sacrifice". In this lesson, we learn: The once for all sacrifice of Jesus perfects for all time those who are being sanctified. Because this is true: We have...

Join Pastor Nathan for Part 13 in our series, Don't Stop Believin', a sermon series on the Epistle to the Hebrews. Today, we turn to Hebrews 9:1-28 as we are reminded that the hope of our salvation is in . . . "Nothing But the Blood of Jesus". In this lesson, we learn: There is complete forgiveness of sins in the shed blood of Jesus Christ. So let’s never forget how Jesus, once and for all, secure...

Join Pastor Stuart for Part 12 in our series, Don't Stop Believin', a sermon series on the Epistle to the Hebrews. Today, we turn to Hebrews 8:1-13 as we hear the Good News of the . . . "Better Ministry, Better Covenant, Better Promises". In this lesson, we learn: Jesus is better. The ministry of Jesus is better than the ministry of others. The covenant Jesus mediates is better than the one made w...

Join Pastor Stuart for Part 11 in our series, Don't Stop Believin', a sermon series on the Epistle to the Hebrews. Today, we turn to Hebrews 7:1-28 as we hear the Good News of . . . "Our Perfect, Forever Priest". In this lesson, we learn: Melchizedek is an interesting and mysterious character, but he is not the focus; Jesus is! Melchizedek’s priesthood is greater than the Levitical priesthood. God...

Join Pastor Stuart for Part 10 in our series, Don't Stop Believin', a sermon series on the Epistle to the Hebrews. Today, we turn to Hebrews 6:11-20 as we hear a hopeful message of . . . "Strong Encouragement". In this lesson, we learn: We have strong encouragement to hold fast to the certain hope set before us in Christ. It is impossible for God to lie. God has not only promised blessing, he also...

Join Pastor Stuart for Part 9 in our series, Don't Stop Believin', a sermon series on the Epistle to the Hebrews. Today, we turn to Hebrews 6:4-12 as we hear a stark warning of . . . "The Danger of Apostasy". In this lesson, we learn: It is impossible for those who apostatize from Christ to be restored to repentance. To commit apostasy is to abandon and renunciate Jesus. Apostasy and backsliding m...