Solely Sermons

Sermon Series: The Table Scripture: Matthew 26:26-30 Sermon: Not My Mess Preacher: J.C. Fowler Watch the full worship service here: https://allentownpresbyterianchu. subspla.sh/t4fjt9c The Gospels are full of stories of Jesus sharing meals with disciples, friends, and even tax collectors and Pharisees. In one moment he's multiplying bread to feed a whole crowd, next he's relaxing with his inner ci...

Sermon Series: The Table Scripture: Luke 14:16-24 Sermon: Guests of Honor Preacher: Rev. Dr. Stephen Heinzel-Nelson Watch the full worship service here: https://allentownpresbyterianchu. subspla.sh/5hw8m7k The Gospels are full of stories of Jesus sharing meals with disciples, friends, and even tax collectors and Pharisees. In one moment he's multiplying bread to feed a whole crowd, next he's relax...

Sermon Series: The Table Scripture: Mark 6:30-44 Sermon: All You Can Eat Preacher: Rev. Dr. Stephen Heinzel-Nelson Watch the full worship service here: https://allentownpresbyterianchu. subspla.sh/wd6yddf 🤔Sermon Reflection: We explored the tension between scarcity and abundance, seeing how these narratives shape our outlook. The story of Jesus feeding the multitude highlights this, with the disc...

Sermon Series: The Table Scripture: Luke 10:38-42 Sermon: The Better Part Preacher: Rev. Lindsay Anderson-Beck Watch the full worship service here: https://allentownpresbyterianchu. subspla.sh/vtzxrzs 🤔Sermon Reflection: It's fascinating how group dynamics often reveal those who lead, those who follow, and those who seem to drift. In Luke's account, Martha's diligent service contrasts sharply wit...

Sermon Series: The Table Scripture: Matthew 21:12-17 Sermon: Flipping Tables Preacher: J.C. Fowler Watch the full worship service here: https://allentownpresbyterianchu. subspla.sh/3pxcmz9 🤔Sermon Reflection: Today, we explored Jesus's act of flipping tables in the temple, not as a random outburst, but as a deliberate act of justice. He wasn't just upset about the money changers, but the entire s...

Sermon Series: The Table Scripture: Luke 15:1-2 Sermon: The Company He Kept Preacher: Rev. Dr. Stephen Heinzel-Nelson Watch the full worship service here: https://allentownpresbyterianchu. subspla.sh/mzdbgy6 The Gospels are full of stories of Jesus sharing meals with disciples, friends, and even tax collectors and Pharisees. In one moment he's multiplying bread to feed a whole crowd, next he's rel...

Ash Wednesday, March 5th 2025, 7:00pm EST Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11 Sermon: Fine Print Preacher: Isaac Meerleo, Middle School Leader of Crossroads Watch the full worship service here: https://allentownpresbyterianchu. subspla.sh/3556tr3 🤔Sermon Reflection: Forgiveness is key to following Jesus, enabling peace and reconciliation with God. Our sins separate us, but forgiveness bridges that gap. Tru...

Sermon Series: Practicing the Way Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:17-32 Sermon: The Essential Practice Preacher: Rev. Dr. Stephen Heinzel-Nelson We are constantly being formed and shaped by the world around us. To be formed by Jesus will require us to become his apprentice: to be with him, become like him, and do as he did. Come learn what it means to follow and practice the way of Jesus so that God c...

Sermon Series: Practicing the Way Scripture: Romans 5:1-5 Sermon: The Via Dolorosa Preacher: Rev. Dr. Stephen Heinzel-Nelson Watch the full worship service here: https://allentownpresbyterianchu. subspla.sh/dcz4ghh We are constantly being formed and shaped by the world around us. To be formed by Jesus will require us to become his apprentice: to be with him, become like him, and do as he did. Come...

Sermon Series: Practicing the Way Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16 Sermon: Community - A Living Reflection Preacher: Marla Golden We are constantly being formed and shaped by the world around us. To be formed by Jesus will require us to become his apprentice: to be with him, become like him, and do as he did. Come learn what it means to follow and practice the way of Jesus so that God can transform us t...

Sermon Series: Practicing the Way Scripture: Matthew 4:1-4 Sermon: The Power of Scripture Preacher: Rev. Dr. Stephen Heinzel-Nelson We are constantly being formed and shaped by the world around us. To be formed by Jesus will require us to become his apprentice: to be with him, become like him, and do as he did. Come learn what it means to follow and practice the way of Jesus so that God can transf...

Sermon Series: Practicing the Way Scripture: Matthew 6:19-21 Sermon: Joyful Generosity Preacher: Rev. Lindsay Anderson-Beck We are constantly being formed and shaped by the world around us. To be formed by Jesus will require us to become his apprentice: to be with him, become like him, and do as he did. Come learn what it means to follow and practice the way of Jesus so that God can transform us t...

Sermon Series: Practicing the Way Scripture: Deuteronomy 5:12-15 Sermon: Rest as Resistance Preacher: Rev. Lindsay Anderson-Beck We are constantly being formed and shaped by the world around us. To be formed by Jesus will require us to become his apprentice: to be with him, become like him, and do as he did. Come learn what it means to follow and practice the way of Jesus so that God can transform...

Sermon Series: Practicing the Way Scripture: Matthew 5:6, 6:16-18 Sermon: A Refined Palate Preacher: J.C. Fowler We are constantly being formed and shaped by the world around us. To be formed by Jesus will require us to become his apprentice: to be with him, become like him, and do as he did. Come learn what it means to follow and practice the way of Jesus so that God can transform us to become li...

Sermon Series: Practicing the Way Scripture: Mark 6:7-13 Sermon: Doing What He Did Preacher: Rev. Dr. Stephen Heinzel-Nelson We are constantly being formed and shaped by the world around us. To be formed by Jesus will require us to become his apprentice: to be with him, become like him, and do as he did. Come learn what it means to follow and practice the way of Jesus so that God can transform us...

Sermon Series: Practicing the Way Scripture: Mark 1:16-20 Sermon: Following Preacher: Rev. Dr. Stephen Heinzel-Nelson Welcome to the Allentown Presbyterian Church! APC is located in Allentown New Jersey but we are blessed to have worshipers join us from around the world. We are a diverse community of Christians, united by our common love for God made known in Jesus Christ. Will you join us too? Wa...

Scripture: Isaiah 64:8 Sermon: Formed Preacher: J.C. Fowler Welcome to the Allentown Presbyterian Church! APC is located in Allentown New Jersey but we are blessed to have worshipers join us from around the world. We are a diverse community of Christians, united by our common love for God made known in Jesus Christ. Will you join us too? Watch live online services, Sunday mornings at 8:30 am EDT,...

Sermon Series: Peace on Earth Scripture: Luke 2:8-20 Sermon: Peace on Earth Preacher: Rev. Dr. Stephen Heinzel-Nelson Amidst the busyness of the Christmas season, anxiety and division in our culture, war abroad, and difficult parts of our own lives we are reminded of this ancient promise from the prophet Isaiah: "to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his should...

Sermon Series: Peace on Earth Scripture Mark 4: 35-41 Sermon Inner Peace Preacher: Rev. Lindsay Anderson-Beck Amidst the busyness of the Christmas season, anxiety and division in our culture, war abroad, and difficult parts of our own lives we are reminded of this ancient promise from the prophet Isaiah: "to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And...

Sermon Series: Peace on Earth Scripture Philippians 4:4-7 Sermon Piece or Peace? Preacher: Rev. Dr. Stephen Heinzel-Nelson Amidst the busyness of the Christmas season, anxiety and division in our culture, war abroad, and difficult parts of our own lives we are reminded of this ancient promise from the prophet Isaiah: "to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his s...

Sermon Series: Peace on Earth Scripture: Luke 19:41-44 Sermon: Looking for Peace Preacher: Rev. Dr. Stephen Heinzel-Nelson Amidst the busyness of the Christmas season, anxiety and division in our culture, war abroad, and difficult parts of our own lives we are reminded of this ancient promise from the prophet Isaiah: "to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his s...

Sermon Series: Peace on Earth Scripture Isaiah 11:1-9 Sermon: Waiting for Peace Preacher: J.C. Fowler Amidst the busyness of the Christmas season, anxiety and division in our culture, war abroad, and difficult parts of our own lives we are reminded of this ancient promise from the prophet Isaiah: "to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will...

Sermon Series: Fruitful Scripture: Galatians 6: 7-10 Sermon: Harvest Preacher: Rev. Lindsay Anderson-Beck In his last hours before he went to the cross, Jesus shared these words with his friends: “Anyone who abides in me, and I in them, will bear much fruit”. Fruitfulness is the natural result of staying close and connected to Jesus--abiding "in the vine". This is why our mission at APC is to alwa...

Special Live Worship of the 11:00 AM EST Service Sermon Series: Fruitful Scripture: Deuteronomy 11: 13-17 Sermon: Glorify Preacher: Rev. Dr. Stephen Heinzel-Nelson In his last hours before he went to the cross, Jesus shared these words with his friends: “Anyone who abides in me, and I in them, will bear much fruit”. Fruitfulness is the natural result of staying close and connected to Jesus--abidin...

Sermon Series: Fruitful Scripture: Genesis 12: 1-4 Sermon: GO e Preacher: Rev. Dr. Stephen Heinzel-Nelson In his last hours before he went to the cross, Jesus shared these words with his friends: “Anyone who abides in me, and I in them, will bear much fruit”. Fruitfulness is the natural result of staying close and connected to Jesus--abiding "in the vine". This is why our mission at APC is to alwa...