Grenola UMC Sermons

After sending His disciples into the harvest field, Jesus prepared them with words of both warning and encouragement. He reminded them that a servant is not above his master, that opposition would come, and that following Him would require courage and sacrifice. Yet He also assured them of the Father’s care—that every sparrow is noticed, every hair is counted, and every disciple is precious in His...

As Jesus traveled through towns and villages, He was moved with compassion for the crowds—harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd. He declared that the harvest is plentiful but the laborers are few, and then He sent His disciples out with authority to heal, proclaim, and serve. This passage reminds us that the mission of God is not limited to the first disciples but continues through...

On the mountain in Galilee, the risen Christ gave His disciples the Great Commission—to go, make disciples of all nations, baptize, and teach all that He commanded. At the heart of His command is a call to see and serve “the least of these,” to carry the good news beyond comfort and familiarity, and to embody His love in both word and deed. The authority of Jesus sends us, and the presence of Jesu...

As many began to believe in Him, Jesus declared that true discipleship is marked by abiding in His Word. It is there that we come to know the truth—and the truth sets us free. Yet freedom in Christ is not always welcomed; those who heard Him resisted, clinging to their heritage rather than receiving His life. This passage reminds us that real freedom is not found in status, tradition, or self‑reli...

On the night before His crucifixion, Jesus lifted His eyes to heaven and prayed—not only for Himself, but for His disciples and for all who would believe through their witness. He prayed for glory that would reveal the Father, for protection from the evil one, and for unity rooted in truth. In these verses we glimpse the heart of Christ as our intercessor, the One who stands before the Father on b...

On the night before His death, Jesus comforted His disciples with a promise: though He would soon depart, they would not be left alone. The Father would send another Helper—the Spirit of truth—to dwell with them and within them. This gift is not only for the first disciples but for all who love Christ and keep His commands. The Spirit assures us of God’s presence, empowers us to live faithfully, a...

Jesus calls His disciples to remain in Him as branches remain in the vine. Apart from Him, we can do nothing; but in Him, our lives bear fruit that lasts. Abiding is not a momentary choice but a daily posture of trust, surrender, and dependence on His life flowing through us. In a world that pulls us in many directions, Christ invites us to stay rooted in His love and strength. Join us as Pastor K...

Jesus healed a man born blind, opening not only his eyes but also the eyes of faith for all who would believe. Yet this miracle stirred division—some saw the work of God, while others hardened their hearts. In the midst of confusion and opposition, Jesus revealed Himself as the Good Shepherd, the One who knows His sheep, calls them by name, and leads them into life. His voice brings clarity where...

When the risen Christ appeared to His disciples, fear gave way to peace, and doubt was met with mercy. Thomas longed for proof, yet Jesus offered him more than evidence—He offered Himself. And then came the blessing that reaches across the centuries: those who have not seen and yet believe are called blessed. Faith is not built on sight alone, but on the living Word, the witness of the Spirit, and...

On the road to Emmaus, two disciples walked in sorrow, unable to recognize the risen Christ walking beside them. Yet as He opened the Scriptures and broke bread with them, their eyes were opened and their hearts burned within them. This story is more than a moment in history—it is a reminder that Christ still draws near to the weary, the doubtful, and the searching, revealing Himself in Word and t...

Before dawn on the first day of the week, Mary Magdalene came to the tomb in grief—only to discover that the stone had been rolled away. What began in sorrow turned to astonishment and joy as she encountered the risen Lord. The resurrection is not only the turning point of history but the foundation of our faith: death has been defeated, and life has triumphed in Christ. The empty tomb proclaims t...

The King entered Jerusalem not on a warhorse, but on a donkey—fulfilling prophecy and revealing the true nature of His Kingdom. Crowds shouted “Hosanna!” and spread their cloaks before Him, yet within days those same voices would fall silent or turn against Him. In the temple, Jesus drove out those who profited from worship and restored the house of prayer to its purpose. Palm Sunday is both trium...

In the valley of dry bones, Ezekiel was shown a vision of lifelessness transformed by the breath of God. What seemed beyond hope was restored by His Spirit, reminding us that God’s promises are not bound by what we see. Just as the fig tree’s budding points to the nearness of summer, so the restoration of Israel and the renewal of God’s people point us to His faithfulness across generations. The s...

Jesus told His disciples to learn from the fig tree: when its leaves appear, you know that summer is near. In the same way, the signs of the times point us to the nearness of God’s Kingdom. The shaking of nations, the distress of the world, and the promise of redemption all remind us to stay awake and lift our heads, for our salvation is drawing near. Christ’s words are certain—heaven and earth ma...

Jesus warned His disciples to stay awake, to be watchful, and not to be led astray. In a world filled with distractions, fears, and false voices, His words remind us that the call of every believer is to live with eyes lifted toward Him. The signs of the times are not meant to stir panic but to anchor us in faith, endurance, and hope. Christ assures us that though heaven and earth will pass away,...

The Pharisees and Sadducees demanded a sign from Jesus, but He reminded them that while they could read the sky, they failed to discern the times. God’s Word calls us to more than surface observation—it calls us to spiritual awareness, to recognize His work in our midst, and to live with eyes lifted toward Him. In every generation, the question remains: are we awake to the season we are in, and re...