Epworth Free Methodist Church Sermons

Paul plays a role to demonstrate the while the Law is in fact good, only Jesus can save, and our excuses for sin fall flat. Location: Boise, ID Date: July 5, 2026 Scripture: Genesis 24:34-61; Psalm 45:11-18; Romans 7:13-25; Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30 Sermon: Rev. John Crow

Paul wants us to know that true freedom is found in "slavery" to Christ, which fulfills our purpose. Location: Boise, ID Date: June 28, 2026 Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14; Psalm 13:1-6; Romans 6:15-23; Matthew 10:40-42 Sermon: Rev. John Crow

We must consider ourselves dead to sin and alive to Christ through building our relationship with Him (loving Him). Location: Boise, ID Date: June 21, 2026 Scripture: Genesis 21:8-21; Psalm 86:1-10, 16-17; Romans 6:1-14; Matthew 10:24-33 Sermon: Rev. John Crow

God has made us right with Him through the death of His Son, ending the war of rebellion, so that we can live at peace. Location: Boise, ID Date: June 14, 2026 Scripture: Genesis 18:1-15; Psalm 116:1, 10-17; Romans 5:1-11; Matthew 9:35-38, 10:1-8 Sermon: Rev. John Crow

All believers are Abraham's spiritual offspring through faith that is counted as righteousness. Location: Boise, ID Date: June 7, 2026 Scripture: Genesis 12:1-9; Psalm 33:1-12; Romans 4:13-25; Matthew 9:9-13, 18-26 Sermon: Rev. John Crow

The nature of God is a bedrock for Christians, and that nature is trinitarian, as we see in the Great Commission. Location: Boise, ID Date: May 31, 2026 Scripture: Genesis 1:1-2:4; Psalm 8:1-10; 2 Corinthians 13:5-14; Matthew 28:16-20 Sermon: Rev. John Crow

Knowing the historical context of Pentecost helps us understand it, and builds our trust in the Holy Spirit as He equips us for building the Kingdom. Location: Boise, ID Date: May 24, 2026 Scripture: Acts 2:1-11; Psalm 104:25-37; 1 Corinthians 12:1-13; John 20:19-23 Sermon: Rev. John Crow

At the time of the ascension, the disciples simply wanted an independent kingdom for Israel, while God's plans for humanity were so much greater. Location: Boise, ID Date: May 17, 2025 Scripture: Acts 1:1-12; Psalm 47; Ephesians 1:15-23; Luke 24:44-53 Sermon: Rev. John Crow

The shame and persecution some Christians face is reversed by the glory of Christ, with whom we will live forever. Location: Boise, ID Date: May 10, 2026 Scripture: Acts 17:22-31; Psalm 66:7-18; 1 Peter 3:13-22; John 14:15-21 Sermon: Rev. John Crow

Like Stephen, we are called to proclaim what Christ has done for us in word and deed. Location: Boise, ID Date: May 3, 2026 Scripture: Acts 7:55-60; Psalm 31:1-5, 15-16; 1 Peter 2:1-10; John 14:1-14 Sermon: Rev. John Crow

As long as we live in a sinful world, we are called to suffer, as a result of righteousness, and to develop righteousness, as Christ suffered for us. Location: Boise, ID Date: April 26, 2026 Scripture: Acts 2:42-47; Psalm 23; 1 Peter 2:19-25; John 10:1-10 Sermon: Rev. John Crow

A brief look at what it means to be a man according to the Bible. The full text of the article can be found at our website: www.epworthfmc.org

Just as the people on the road to Emmaus didn't recognize Jesus, we today can fail to recognize Him if we're not looking. Location: Boise, ID Date: 19 April 2026 Scripture: Acts 2:14, 36-41; Psalm 116:10-17; 1 Peter 1:17-23; Luke 24:13-35 Sermon: Rev. John Crow

As we work out our faith every day, don't fear doubt, and don't be afraid to look for genuine evidence in support of faith. Location: Boise, ID Date: 12 April, 2026 Scripture: Acts 2:14, 22-32; Psalm 16; 1 Peter 1:3-9; John 20:19-31 Sermon: Rev. John Crow

The resurrection of Christ defeated fear, so we should not be afraid. Location: Boise, ID Date: 5 April. 2026 Scripture: Acts 10:34-43; Psalm 118:14-24; Colossians 3:1-4; Matthew 28:1-10 Sermon: Rev. John Crow

The women at Christ's tomb on Easter morning establish the model for witnessing: Come, see; Go, tell. Location: Boise, ID Date: 4 April, 2026 Scripture: Psalm 46; Romans 6:1-11; Matthew 28:1-10 Sermon: Rev. John Crow

John records the story of Jesus's trial and death in a way that demonstrates the historical fact of these events and that Jesus is the new Passover lamb. Location: Boise, ID Date: 3 April 2026 Scripture: Isaiah 52:13-53:12; Psalm 22; Hebrews 10:16-25; John 18:1-19:42 Sermon: Rev. John Crow

What one does when their time is short is what's most important, so notice what Jesus did in His last days. Location: Boise, ID Date: 2 April 2026 Scripture: Exodus 12:1-14; Psalm 116:10-17; 1 Corinthians 11:23-26; John 13:1-17, 31-35 Sermon: Rev. Jake Lee

Looking at the triumphal entry through the lens of Christ's return in power and might (Rev. 19), highlights his humility and gentleness. Location: Boise, ID Date: 29 March 2026 Scripture: Isaiah 50:4-9; Psalm 31:9-16; Philippians 2:5-11; Matthew 26:14-27:66 Sermon: Rev. John Crow

When Jesus told Martha that He is the resurrection and the life, He was revealing a truth about Himself as He did in the other 6 "I am" statements recorded by John. Location: Boise, ID Date: 22 March 2026 Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-14; Psalm 130; Romans 8:6-11; John 11:17-45 Sermon: Rev. John Crow

Paul tells us that since we are God's children, we should behave in a way that shows our family resemblance. Location: Boise, ID Date: 15 March, 2026 Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-13; Psalm 23; Ephesians 5:1-14; John 9:1-13, 28-41 Sermon: Rev. John Crow

A brief message about the Free Methodist Church and how it is different from the United Methodist Church.

The Israelites wanted to know if God is with them, but the real question is, "Are we with God?" Location: Boise, ID Date: 8 March 2026 Scripture: Exodus 17:1-7; Psalm 95:6-11; Romans 5:1-11; John 4:5-26, 29-42 Sermon: Rev. John Crow

Jesus bore witness to Nicodemus of God's plan for redemption, and we do the same today, based on what we know and have witnessed. Location: Boise, ID Date: 1 March 2026 Scripture: Genesis 12:1-8; Psalm 121; Romans 4:1-5, 13-17; John 3:1-17 Sermon: Rev. John Crow

Jesus defeated temptation because He kept His eye on the mission, and who He really was in God. Location: Boise, ID Date: 22 February, 2026 Scripture: Genesis 2:15-17, 3:1-7; Psalm 32; Romans 5:12-19; Matthew 4:1-11 Sermon: Rev. John Crow