Beyond the Sermon

Our 2024 Advent series looks at some of Isaiah's prophecies about the coming Messiah, how they were fulfilled in Jesus, and what that means for us today. In this sermon Pastor Scott looks at how the Messiah came to give us new life and lead us into a new way of living in right relationship with God, with others, and with the world. Scripture Reading: Isaiah 11:1-10

Pastor Scott and Jeremy discuss whether prophecy is still possible today and, if so, how we can discern it from God

Our 2024 Advent series looks at some of Isaiah's prophecies about the coming Messiah, how they were fulfilled in Jesus, and what that means for us today. This sermon talks about what it looks like to follow Jesus' example and move toward the darkness in the world. Scripture Reading: Isaiah 9:1-7

Pastor Scott and Jeremy talk about names and their importance now and especially in the Old Testament, why Isaiah is being called the 5th Gospel in this sermon series, and what it meant to be a prophet

Our 2024 Advent series looks at some of Isaiah's prophecies about the coming Messiah, how they were fulfilled in Jesus, and what that means for us today. This sermon asks the question, "What does it mean that God is with us?" and looks at what that means for the way we carry God's presence, in our bodies, to the world. Scripture Reading: Isaiah 7:1-17

Pastor Scott and Jeremy talk about the alternate careers Scott has considered, some other layers from the feeding of the 5000, and the power of silence

Our fall 2024 series is called “Jesus, Lord of All: Miracles as Discipleship in the Gospel of Mark” In this series, we’re talking about how Jesus used miracles to not only bring people to faith in Him, but also to grow them in their faith and understanding of who He is. This sermon looks at how we can trust Jesus with whatever we have, even if it requires us to give up the security of knowing what...

Multiple Staff and our Staff relations chair went to NYC to experience prayer in a new way with a church that hosts 19 prayer services a week. After three hours of praying, this is our initial sharing of the experience as we continue to process

Our fall 2024 series is called “Jesus, Lord of All: Miracles as Discipleship in the Gospel of Mark” In this series, we’re talking about how Jesus used miracles to not only bring people to faith in Him, but also to grow them in their faith and understanding of who He is. This sermon looks at how Jesus heals, even today, because God is for life. Scripture reading: Mark 5:21-43

In a late-night delirium, Pastor Scott and Jeremy discuss a lot! They discuss miracles we've witnessed, potential demons being cast out in Colombia, and more. Weather Video https://youtu.be/mamAJKm0ryk?si=sLPCpP_tG6I0_Z5i Verses about Believers Colossians 2:10, Philippians 4:13, Psalms 23:1-3, Ephesians 1:3, Romans 15:7, Galatians 4:7, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Philippians 3:20, 1 Peter 1:5, 1 Corinthia...

Our fall 2024 series is called “Jesus, Lord of All: Miracles as Discipleship in the Gospel of Mark” In this series, we’re talking about how Jesus used miracles to not only bring people to faith in Him, but also to grow them in their faith and understanding of who He is. This sermon looks at the reality of demonic activity in the world today and Jesus' desire to deliver us and give us freedom. Scri...

Pastor Scott and Jeremy talked with our Organist/Technical Director, Will Walker, to hear his story and how he got connected with First Methodist

Our fall 2024 series is called “Jesus, Lord of All: Miracles as Discipleship in the Gospel of Mark” In this series, we’re talking about how Jesus used miracles to not only bring people to faith in Him, but also to grow them in their faith and understanding of who He is. This sermon looks at how we should talk about miracles and how God uses them to reveal more of Himself to us. Scripture reading:...

Pastor Scott and Jeremy talk about the actions of and our perspective of God, Satan, and our involvement in everyday life

This sermon concludes our fall 2024 series, "A Heart Like His: Seeing the heart of God in the life of David." This series is asking the question, "What does God's heart look like and what does it look like for us to be a people after God's own heart?" This sermon looks at what it means for us to be devoted to a God who is devoted to us.

Pastor Scott and Jeremy talk about Pastor Scott's misspeaking from the pulpit, the balance of anger and grief as humans, and also how we can act on our grievance of sin

This sermon continues our fall 2024 series, "A Heart Like His: Seeing the heart of God in the life of David." This series is asking the question, "What does God's heart look like and what does it look like for us to be a people after God's own heart?" This sermon looks at what it means for us to grieve over the sin in the world, even though it can be easier to just get angry.

Pastor Scott and Jeremy discuss Jesus' teachings about forgiveness and how we can look at the full scope and apply it to our lives, and other scriptures that were on the backburner for this topic

This sermon continues our fall 2024 series, "A Heart Like His: Seeing the heart of God in the life of David." This series is asking the question, "What does God's heart look like and what does it look like for us to be a people after God's own heart?" This sermon looks at what it means for us to forgive as we have been forgiven, just like David was forgiven following the sin he committed against B...

Pastor Scott and Jeremy talk about dropping the ark, this week's holy service, and experiencing God's Holiness

This sermon continues our fall 2024 series, "A Heart Like His: Seeing the heart of God in the life of David." This series is asking the question, "What does God's heart look like and what does it look like for us to be a people after God's own heart?" This sermon looks at the story of David bringing the Ark of the Covenant to Jerusalem and what it means for God's people to bear His name and share...

Pastor Scott and Jeremy discuss stepping on toes, Holy living, and a little about New Room Conference

This sermon continues our fall 2024 series, "A Heart Like His: Seeing the heart of God in the life of David." This series is asking the question, "What does God's heart look like and what does it look like for us to be a people after God's own heart?" This sermon looks at the story between David and Saul in which David chose to show mercy to Saul and asks the question, "What might it look like for...

Pastor Scott and Jeremy talk about the past 2 weeks of sermons, Black Beard, and where Pastor Scott stole his sermon from

This sermon continues our fall 2024 series, "A Heart Like His: Seeing the heart of God in the life of David." This series is asking the question, "What does God's heart look like and what does it look like for us to be a people after God's own heart?" This sermon looks at the story of David and Goliath and how God is looking for people who will trust that God is the One...