Grenola UMC Sermons

Jesus warned His disciples to watch, for many would come in His name to lead people astray. Yet He also declared, “I am the door. If anyone enters by Me, he will be saved, and will go in and out and find pasture.” In Him we find light, life, and forgiveness, even as we wrestle with sin and weakness. Join us as Pastor Kenny shares how Christ guards His flock from deception and leads us into truth a...

When the disciples argued about greatness, Jesus taught them that “whoever desires to become great among you shall be your servant.” True greatness in God’s kingdom is found not in power, but in humility and service, modeled perfectly by Christ who gave His life as a ransom for many. Paul reminds us to bear one another’s burdens and not grow weary in doing good, for in due season we will reap. Joi...

When asked which commandment was greatest, Jesus answered, “You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, with all your mind, and with all your strength… and you shall love your neighbor as yourself.” He later told His disciples to abide in Him, the true vine, and to remain in His love by keeping His commandments. These passages remind us that love is both the root and...

Bartimaeus cried out to Jesus for mercy, and his sight was restored by faith. Later, when Jesus healed the man born blind, He declared, “I have come into this world, that those who do not see may see.” These passages remind us that Christ not only opens physical eyes but also gives spiritual sight to those who believe. Join us as Pastor Kenny shares how the light of Christ transforms our vision an...

When a desperate father cried out for his son’s healing, Jesus answered, “If you can believe, all things are possible to him who believes.” In our weakness, faith clings to Christ, who alone has the power to save and restore. Paul reminds us to be strong in the Lord and to put on the whole armor of God, standing firm through prayer and trust. Join us as Pastor Kenny shares how God’s power meets us...

A Roman centurion amazed Jesus by trusting His word alone, saying he was unworthy for the Lord to enter his house. Scripture reminds us that “without faith it is impossible to please Him,” and that true faith holds fast with confidence and endurance. In Christ we see the Father revealed, and by the Spirit we are called to walk in love and freedom. Join us as Pastor Kenny shares how the centurion’s...

Jesus taught that the wise builder is the one who hears His words and does them, laying a foundation that cannot be shaken. He also called His followers to love their enemies, give generously, and live with mercy—practices that reveal lives rooted in Him. Paul reminds us, “There is therefore now no condemnation to those who are in Christ Jesus,” and that the Spirit intercedes for us according to G...

Jesus urged His disciples, “Take heed, watch and pray; for you do not know when the time is.” The prophets spoke of a day when the Lord will stand upon the Mount of Olives, when nations will tremble, and when the proud will be brought low. Paul reminds us that we are not of the night but of the day, called to be sober and watchful in hope. Join us as Pastor Kenny shares how living with watchfulnes...

Jesus called His disciples to take up their cross and follow Him, warning that “whoever is ashamed of Me and My words… the Son of Man will be ashamed of him when He comes in the glory of His Father.” Paul declared the gospel to be the power of God for salvation, even when the cross seemed like foolishness to the world. These passages remind us that faith in Christ is bold, rooted in His sacrifice...

At just twelve years old, Jesus told His parents, “Did you not know that I must be about My Father’s business?” From His teaching in the synagogue to His works of healing, every moment of His life revealed the mission given by the Father. In His prayer before the cross, He declared that His work was to glorify the Father and give eternal life to those who believe. Join us as Pastor Kenny shares ho...

When the disciples wanted to call down fire on those who rejected Him, Jesus rebuked them, saying He came not to destroy lives but to save them. From the synagogue in Nazareth, He declared the Spirit’s anointing to bring good news, healing, and freedom—fulfilling Isaiah’s vision of God’s servant who brings light and restoration. These passages remind us that Christ’s mission is marked by mercy, no...

Jesus rejoiced that the Father reveals His truth to the humble and promised rest to all who come to Him. He assured His disciples that when they gather in His name, their prayers carry the authority of heaven. Paul reminds us to put on the whole armor of God, “praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit.” Join us as Pastor Kenny shares how prayer anchors our lives in God’s presen...

Jesus said, “If you abide in My word, you are My disciples indeed. And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.” To know Him is to see the Father, and to remain in His love is to bear lasting fruit. These passages remind us that truth is not just an idea but a Person—Christ Himself—who calls us into freedom, love, and obedience. Join us as Pastor Kenny shares how abiding in Jes...

When many struggled to accept His teaching, Jesus said, “It is the Spirit who gives life; the flesh profits nothing.” He promised the Helper, the Spirit of truth, who would guide His followers and dwell with them. Paul reminds us that in Christ we are sealed with the Holy Spirit, while the apostles warn of a world resistant to God’s truth. Join us as Pastor Kenny shares how the Spirit brings life,...

When the crowds questioned Him, Jesus declared, “I am the living bread which came down from heaven. If anyone eats of this bread, he will live forever.” His words point us to the gift of eternal life found only in Him. The prophets spoke of both judgment and restoration, and Jesus Himself warned of days of trial—yet God’s promise is sure: in Christ, we are nourished with hope that does not fade. J...

Jesus told His hearers, “You search the Scriptures, for in them you think you have eternal life; and these are they which testify of Me.” From Isaiah’s prophecies of the Servant who would suffer and the Child who would reign, to His own words about judgment and redemption, all of Scripture points to Christ. These passages remind us that the Bible is not just a record of history, but a living witne...

When the crowd was hungry, Jesus took what little was offered and multiplied it until all were satisfied. His compassion reveals the heart of God, who not only meets physical needs but gives the true bread of life. As Isaiah calls us to share with the hungry and John reminds us, “God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son,” we see that Christ Himself is the provision we need most. J...

Jesus taught that the wise builder is the one who hears His words and does them, laying a foundation on the rock that cannot be shaken. Paul reminds us to be rooted and built up in Christ, established in the faith, and made alive together with Him. These passages call us to anchor our lives not in shifting sands, but in the unshakable truth of the gospel. Join us as Pastor Kenny shares how Christ...

When Jesus sent out the twelve, He called them to travel light, to preach, and to heal in His name. Their mission was not rooted in their own strength, but in the power and authority of Christ. Paul reminds us to set our minds on things above, to put on the new self, and to be strengthened through the Spirit in the inner man. Join us as Pastor Kenny shares how the mission of the disciples points u...

When a storm threatened to overwhelm the disciples, Jesus rose and rebuked the wind, saying, “Peace, be still!” His authority over creation reveals that true security is found in Him alone. Isaiah calls us to fear the Lord above all else, and Paul reminds us that the peace of God guards our hearts and minds in Christ. Join us as Pastor Kenny shares how the presence of Jesus brings calm in the mids...

Jesus compared the kingdom of God to a seed that grows in ways unseen, yet bears a harvest in due time. Later, He reminded His disciples, “It is the Spirit who gives life; the flesh profits nothing. The words that I speak to you are spirit, and they are life.” These passages remind us that God’s work is both mysterious and powerful—quietly growing within us and giving life that endures. Join us as...

When accused of working by the power of Satan, Jesus answered plainly: “If a kingdom is divided against itself, that kingdom cannot stand.” His words reveal both the futility of evil and the strength of God’s kingdom, united in truth and love. In this passage, we are reminded that life apart from Christ leads only to division, but in Him we find forgiveness, belonging, and purpose. Join us as Past...

When the Pharisees challenged Jesus over the Sabbath, He reminded them that “The Son of Man is Lord even of the Sabbath.” His authority brings freedom, not burden, and points us to the rest found in Him. Paul reminds us that God’s light shines in our hearts through Christ, and that even creation groans for the day of redemption. Join us as Pastor Kenny shares how the Lord of the Sabbath brings res...

Jesus told of a son who wandered far and wasted everything, only to be welcomed home by a father running to embrace him. This parable shows us the depth of God’s mercy—lavish, undeserved, and full of joy when the lost are found. Paired with Isaiah’s vision of God’s holiness, we see both the weight of our sin and the wonder of His grace. Join us as Pastor Kenny shares how repentance opens the way t...

As Jesus spoke of the temple’s fall and the signs of His coming, He warned His disciples not to be deceived by appearances or distracted by fear. Ezekiel had long ago promised that God would restore His people, giving them a new heart and a new spirit. Paul later reminded the Thessalonians that the Day of the Lord will come like a thief in the night, urging them to stay awake and sober. Together,...