Kern Talks

In his latest sermon, Pastor Will delves into the first of three pivotal questions in his new series: "Why do people need Jesus?" Drawing from personal anecdotes and biblical stories, Pastor Will explores the pervasive struggles of modern life—loneliness, addiction, and financial pressures—and traces their origins back to the fall of humanity in Genesis. He explains how Jesus is the divine solutio...

The Power of Expectation

Join Pastor Will as he explores the importance of neighborly connections. Sharing personal stories and insights from the early church in Acts, Pastor Will emphasizes how building genuine relationships with neighbors can combat loneliness and enrich our lives. Discover practical steps to move beyond casual greetings and form supportive, meaningful connections in your community. Tune in to learn how...

In today's Father's Day sermon, Pastor Will reflects on the joys and challenges of parenthood, sharing personal stories and insights from his own journey as a father. Drawing from Ephesians 6:1-4, he explores the biblical principles of parenting and highlights the importance of love, discipline, and teaching children about God's ways. Pastor Will also acknowledges the diverse forms of families and...

In this sermon, Pastor Will delves into the complexities of love and marriage, using a viral story about a bride's outrageous wedding demands as a starting point. He discusses the difference between society's fleeting notion of "falling in love" and the deeper, biblical concept of marriage as a lifelong commitment to serve and care for one's partner. Highlighting Genesis 2, Pastor Will explains ho...

This week Pastor Will explores summer vacation challenges, using "National Lampoon’s Vacation" as a metaphor for family chaos. He introduces a five-week series, "Family Vacation," offering Biblical strategies to strengthen family bonds and grow in faith. Families come in many forms, and the sermon emphasizes the importance of choosing to serve the Lord together. The acrostic "FAMILY" outlines key...

This week, Pastor Will reflects on the challenges of social anxiety and isolation exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. He gives personal experiences of going shopping during the early pandemic days and the eerie silence in stores. Drawing from the biblical story of Thomas, Will emphasizes Jesus's message of peace and belonging in community. He encourages listeners to reach out to others and exten...

From Pastor Will's new sermon series "Where Everybody Knows Your Name". Pastor Will delves into his personal experience with social media and its impact on feelings of belonging and loneliness. He reflects on the curated nature of online content, which often portrays only the highlights of people's lives, leading to feelings of inadequacy and exclusion. Drawing parallels to the loneliness epidemic...

Pastor Will explores the significance of Palm Sunday in the Christian tradition and reflects on Jesus' final entry into Jerusalem. He encourages listeners to focus on their walk with God and explores the fifth essential practice of the Christian life: sharing. Drawing from biblical teachings, Pastor Will emphasizes the importance of sharing one's faith and the transformative power of Jesus' life a...

This sermon delves into the topic of money and its relationship with spiritual growth. Using personal anecdotes from tax season, Pastor Will reflects on the significance of money in their life and spiritual journey. Drawing from biblical examples, such as King Solomon and Jesus' teachings, the sermon explores how money can either hinder or enhance spiritual growth. Emphasizing the joy and fulfillm...

Pastor Will uses the metaphor of a toddler learning to walk to explore the concept of spiritual growth, emphasizing the importance of listening to God, drawing parallels between recognizing a parent's voice and recognizing God's voice. He discusses general revelation through nature and specific revelation through the Bible, highlighting the importance of studying scripture to understand God's char...

Join us in listening to this message from Steve Pawel. From Kern Church's service on February 25, 2024.