Getwell Church Sermon Podcasts

Conflict is a part of every relationship. It is unavoidable. It can be scary, but it can also be good—helping us to face issues that need addressing, changing things that need to be changed, bringing us closer to others, and creating an opportunity for personal growth. God often uses conflict to bring about the work that He wants to do in us and through us. Conflict is such a scary or unhealthy pa...

The spiritual life of faith certainly brings some emotional and emotionally powerful moments. It is a wonderful gift to have a tangible feeling of the presence and power of God. However, the foundtaion of faith must be truth even more than feeling. We don’t have to live from one spiritual high to the next. We need a commitment to spiritual growth and faithful obedience in the presence and in the a...

As we celebrate our nation’s birthday it is a natural time to give thanks for all that we enjoy. But it is also a time to realize that we face some challenges. It is often as we gather with others on holidays that these challenges come to the surface. Notably, how do we interact with others that do not see the world the way that we see the world? As followers of Jesus, we have a hope and a world v...

Regardless of what we would like to believe, we are all impacted by the things that we watch, listen, and participate in. This is especially true with those things that we enjoy as entertainment. Movies, music, books, theater, sports, and so many other things help to bring enjoyment and comfort. These things can be a wonderful gift of God. But we must be careful to ensure that the things we call e...

The teaching of Jesus to forgive freely and consistently is far more radical than what we often realize. It is as if we hear the teaching and recognize its force, but something in us does not want to see the disconnect between its nature and our will. We strip the call of Jesus to forgive of its power by missing its definition. We either avoid the faults and hurts from others all together, or we r...

Salvation means more than a ticket to Heaven. It also means adoption. Those who trust in Jesus for salvation become sons and daughters of God. This adoption is more than just a label—it is an invitation and access to the heart of God. It is an invitation to cry out to God AND to hear from God. Filled with the Holy Spirit, followers of Jesus are enabled to silence the sound of the world and the fle...

Each and every generation of the church has a high calling and special responsibility to lead the next generation into the truth and power of God through the Gospel. Parents especially have the responsibility to love, protect, teach, and guide their children in the Gospel until they can seek, follow, and obey Jesus on their own. This task is made particularly challenging by the brokenness of the w...

We are creatures of habit. Our daily lives are far more driven by automatic behaviors and patterns that we have formed over time as habit than by well thought out and/or intentional choices. This is why change is so hard to implement in our lives—we default to the pattern of the habits we have established even when we want to make new choices. This being the case, we need to recognize and evaluate...

We live in an amazing country that upholds the human right to a variety of freedoms—freedom of religion, freedom of speech, freedom to choose our leaders, freedom to ownership, and so on. We recognize that these freedoms have come at the cost of the many soldiers who have fought to protect these rights over the lifespan of our country. We do well to remember these sacrifices and, even more, to hon...

God is a deliverer. As He did in the past, God delivers the Jewish people from destruction. As such, God shows His faithful love for His people. While this is a vitally important event in the history of Israel, it is also a picture of God’s faithful love for all people who call out to Him in faith. Just as God delivered the people through the courageous and faithful act of Esther, God delivers us...

“For such a time as this.” This powerful and memorable line is a focal point in the story of Esther. It reminds us that God has a plan, that we are invited into His plan, and that His plan is ultimately good. Life may seem threatening, out of control, and desperate. In these moments, it is especially important to lean into the power and goodness of God. We can courageously move forward in faithful...

One of the major themes in the story of Esther is the problem of pride. We encounter two different people going in two different directions. Haman, who wants to be elevated finds himself being brought low. Mordecai, who is willing to live sacrificially for the sake of truth, finds himself being elevated. Exploring the story, we hear echoes of Jesus who invites us to follow Him with a willingness t...

It is easy to make a reckless decision. In the face of disappointment or temptation, we can react quickly rather than respond thoughtfully. A reckless and reactive decision rarely brings a good outcome. We hurt ourselves and those around us, and we cannot undo what has been done. We trust in God’s forgiveness and redemption for those who seek His help, but we may not be able to avoid the consequen...

God is a God of redemption, and redemption always has the final say! On that glorious Easter morning, we see the powerful words from the beginning of John’s Gospel come to life: “The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it” (1:5). In one of Jesus’ final conversations with Peter, we witness the redemption He offers to each of His followers. No matter how deep the darkness...

Betrayal is a word that no one wants to experience, yet it’s one that everyone can understand. It’s a theme that runs deeply through Chapter 18 of Jesus' life. He is betrayed by a disciple, disowned by another, and traded for a criminal. In these heartbreaking moments, we see a reflection of our own lives. Just like the disciples, we have betrayed and disowned Jesus in our own ways. Yet, in t...

Did you know that Jesus prayed for you, Christ-follower? In Chapter seventeen, we find Jesus praying not only for His disciples but also for you today, specifically asking for unity among His people. This prayer follows His teachings about the incredible things God will do for His followers. It’s a prayer that began with His original disciples but extends all the way to us in the present. As the m...

Have you ever been asked to do something that felt utterly impossible? Your instinct might be to respond, “How am I supposed to do that?” After reading chapters thirteen and fourteen, Christians may feel the same way—wondering how we can love and serve others, or follow God's commands. Jesus' answer to this challenge is clear: focus on the one thing we can do—abide in Him.

In moments of uncertainty, it's natural to seek someone to guide us through. The disciples felt the same as they faced an unknown future, unaware they would soon have to navigate it without their leader. This understandably caused anxiety among them. However, Jesus didn’t leave them helpless or hopeless. Instead, He made a profound promise: they would be empowered by His very Spirit. This pro...

Chapter thirteen of the Gospel of John is rich with drama and profound teachings. In these verses, Jesus commands us to let Him cleanse us and calls us to serve others in humility. He also gives a powerful new commandment: to love one another. Amid these pivotal moments, the chapter reveals Judas as the one who will betray Him, adding a layer of tension and gravity. This vivid narrative serves as...

Jesus had spent so much time revealing to His disciples who He truly was through His words, miracles, and actions. But by the time we reach chapters 11 and 12, it feels like all the hope placed on Him might be unraveling. Jesus begins to speak openly about His own death, and even the events surrounding those days seem to confirm that the end is near. How could God possibly use something as final a...

From Genesis to Revelation, there is one ultimate author—God Himself. Though He used human writers, He is the one directing the story. This is especially clear in John’s Gospel, where we see Jesus as the fulfillment of the Jewish festivals. His role as their fulfillment invites us into a deeper sense of wonder and awe toward God. Nothing He does is random; everything is part of His perfect plan, m...

The phrase “This will blow your mind!” has been used countless times in all kinds of situations. In John 3 and 4, we encounter two incredible, mind-blowing conversations with two very different people. In these moments, Jesus reveals humanity’s deep need for new life. He calls each of His followers to embrace this new life by following Him and relying on Him as the source of their strength and pur...

Jesus’ first miracle announced His arrival as the Messiah, offering a glimpse of His true identity. Throughout Scripture, God described His relationship with His people as a marriage, and Jesus first miraculous sign reflected this covenantal bond. Even in His well-known actions in the Temple, Jesus revealed something profound about Himself—He would become the place where people worship the Lord in...

Imagine your favorite singer of all time inviting you to spend a day together—can you picture the excitement building within you? That’s the kind of anticipation people felt when Jesus called them to follow Him. As the Promised One from the Old Testament, who wouldn’t want to be near Him? Sadly, today, we often lose some of that excitement about the privilege of following Jesus. The excitement of...

John’s introduction to the life of Jesus highlights two powerful words that resonate deeply: light and life. Jesus is the source of all life and light, because he is God in the flesh. This reality transforms us today. As His followers, we are recipients of His life and light, called to reflect His grace and truth in a world marked by darkness. Jesus, the true Light, overcomes darkness and offers a...