Hyde Wesleyan Weekly Sermon Audio

The sermon focuses on the power of kindness and how receiving God's kindness should lead us to repentance and a transformed life where we reciprocate that kindness to others. Pastor Stevan emphasizes that we all have intrinsic value as God's creation, and God's kindness towards us is not based on what we have or haven't done. However, rather than just keeping God's kindness to ourselves, we are ca...

Drawing from Luke 24, Pastor Stevan focuses on two followers of Jesus walking to Emmaus, exploring how their encounter with Jesus transformed them. Key points include: Fellowship: Emphasizes the importance of walking together in faith, even through difficult times, and the strength found in community. Scripture: Discusses how Jesus opened the scriptures to the disciples, showing how God's word can...

The service celebrated the retirement of Pastor Bob Croft after 38 years of ministry at Hyde Wesleyan Church, including 33 years as the lead pastor. Several people, including current pastor, Rev. Stevan Sheets; Bob & Cindy's daughter, Rev. Rebecca Perry; and former District Superintendent, Rev. Randy Swink shared testimonies and words of appreciation for Pastor Bob's compassionate heart, coura...

The sermon by Pastor Paul Sheets at Hyde Wesleyan Church on February 18, 2024, reflects on the importance of spiritual anchors in the Christian life. Drawing from personal anecdotes and biblical teachings, Pastor Sheets emphasizes three key aspects: hearing, gathering, and accountability. He highlights the significance of actively listening to God's word, participating in fellowship with other bel...

The sermon reflects on the human tendency to grumble and doubt, drawing parallels between the Israelites in Exodus and modern-day experiences. It emphasizes God's abundant provision and the importance of cultivating gratitude and trust in His sufficiency, despite our inclination to doubt. The message highlights the contrast between human impatience and God's enduring grace, urging listeners to emb...

Life throws curveballs, and sometimes they leave us feeling paralyzed. But even in those moments, we don't have to face them alone. In this sermon, Pastor Angel delves into the powerful story of the paralyzed man lowered through the roof, and how his friends' unwavering support and faith led him to Jesus. Through their example, we discover the vital role of community in overcoming challenges. We l...

Join us in this sermon series as we explore the impactful word for the year 2024 - "impact." Last week, we delved into the meaning of impact, and today, we take a closer look at the role of love in making a lasting impact. Drawing inspiration from Colossians 3:12-14 and 1 Peter 4:7-8, we examine the urgency emphasized by Peter about the nearness of the end and the importance of keeping our heads f...

Pastor Stevan Sheets delivers a sermon recorded on the first Sunday of the New Year delving into Colossians chapter 3, encouraging listeners to work willingly in all endeavors as if working for the Lord. The message emphasizes making an impact for the Lord and concludes with a call to participate in communion for remembrance and a commitment to live a impactful life.

Chris George, a missionary in Western Australia for 19 years with his wife Melissa, shared an update on their work planting churches in one of the most secular parts of the world. He discussed how God has worked through the challenges of COVID-19 to bear fruit in people's lives and continues to raise up young leaders, as evidenced by a newly formed district of the Wesleyan Church. George emphasize...

Join Pastor Angel this first Sunday of Advent as she reflects on anticipating Christ's birth and return. She shares about looking forward to events in her own life as well as the hope the Israelites felt when Isaiah prophesied the coming of a mighty God, wonderful counselor, everlasting father and prince of peace. Pastor Angel reminds us that Jesus came to bring light into darkness and gives pract...

In this sermon, Pastor Stevan explores what it means to practice thanksgiving not just as a holiday, but as a lifestyle. He reflects on the importance of choosing to live with gratitude in order to be people who give thanks on purpose. Looking at Bible passages, he emphasizes that because of God's grace, we should be "totally committed to doing good deeds" in response. Pastor Stevan shares stories...

In this sermon, Pastor Stevan discusses the importance of practicing genuine thankfulness and gratitude beyond just the Thanksgiving holiday, highlighting how it is part of our sinful human nature to not properly thank God and that intentionally developing an attitude and lifestyle of thanksgiving has spiritual and personal benefits.

In this sermon on the parable of the prodigal son, Pastor Stevan reflects on how we see ourselves in the different characters - the selfish younger son, the self-righteous older brother, and the unconditionally loving father - and challenges us to have the courage to turn back to God, overcome pride and judgment, recognize His grace at work, and extend forgiveness as generously as He does.

In this sermon, Pastor Stevan explains Jesus' Parable of the Lost Coin, emphasizing God's relentless pursuit of lost souls and the great value He places on each individual life. He challenges the church to join God in seeking the lost with creativity and diligence.

Pastor Stevan discusses Jesus' parable of the lost sheep, emphasizing God's relentless pursuit of the lost, the great value God sees in each individual, and the joy in heaven over one sinner repenting. He cautions against an attitude of spiritual "arrival" and reminds us of the need for continual repentance and growth in Christ.

Pastor Stevan unpacks what it means to "live a life filled with love" as Christians. He focuses on three practical ways we can reflect God's love to others: 1) Keeping our word and being people of integrity, just as God is completely trustworthy; 2) Re-thinking our priorities and stewarding our time in service to God and others; 3) Forgiving freely as we have been forgiven by God's grace. He chall...

Pastor Stevan reminds us of the importance of generosity and sacrificial giving. He talks about how God rewards generosity, how authentic generosity comes from the heart and is not forced, and how generosity reflects God's generous nature. He encourages the congregation to give generously to the church's mission efforts through "faith promise" commitments. The sermon emphasizes that generous givin...

Mapile, a missionary from Swaziland, shared about the work God is doing through partnerships between his ministry and Hyde Wesleyan Church, highlighting their faith, love, and endurance through challenges as they serve communities in need. Pastor Stevan closes in prayer over Mapile and his family and for the church's continued faithfulness in joining God's mission, wherever He calls.

Rod and Nancy Zottarelli, long-time missionaries, shared their testimony of following God's calling on their lives through changing seasons of ministry, emphasizing being open to how God leads and taking advantage of opportunities to share the gospel both locally and globally.

Ever walked past a closed door and felt the itch to explore what's behind it? Just like the enigma of closed doors, we're enticed by the mission that God has in store for us. This week, we trade personal tales and share insights on why being mission-oriented is vital for us, both individually and as a church community.

Pastor Stevan begins with a personal experience from the weekend's men's retreat where they had a moment of worship and reflection. The sermon is part of a series on the impact of music on human experience, reflecting on previous sermons in the series, referencing Psalm 23, Exodus 15 (the song of Moses), Psalm 92, and Psalm 148, emphasizing the impact of music in our lives. The focus is on Revelat...

Pastor Stevan opens by singing the Children's Church song, "Hallelu, Hallelu, Hallelu, Hallelujah!" and introduces the concept of a crescendo in music. He then turned to Psalm 148, which is a psalm of praise to God. He argues that all creation should praise God, because he is the Creator of everything. He concludes by saying that we should all join in the crescendo of praise to God.