Lakeside United Methodist Church

Galatians 5:13-26, Matthew 11:25-30 Description: Jesus admonished his disciples when they tried to prevent the children from coming to him saying, anyone who doesn't receive the Kingdom of God like a child will never enter it. It's so easy for us to be caught up in the complexities of dealing with life intelligently that we sometimes forget the most important lessons Jesus had for us involved the...

Nehemiah 12:43 Celebration is as much a spiritual discipline as prayer, Scripture reading, and fasting. In fact, an expert on spiritual disciplines calls it central to all of the others. Today we celebrate together, and we are reminded that we are called to take our joy with us into the world.   Link to video that Pastor Dan referenced:     https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VamJCsYMFBg

1 Corinthians 10:16-17, Revelation 7:9-17 Bread and wine are staple items in diets both around the world and down through time. They each have a core set of ingredients that are constant, yet there are seemingly endless expressions of both that often reflect where they come from. This makes communion not simply the central act of the Church, but a pretty great illustration of it as well.

Series Description Something Good Happening Peace is one of those words that everyone uses, but we don't always clarify what we mean by it. On the surface, it means the absence of conflict. But when we dig a bit deeper, it points to something far more dynamic. Sermon Description Peace Is Action- John 14:12-14, 1 Corinthians 13:1-3 It is common to hear people talk about putting peace or love INTO a...

Series Description: Something Good Happening Peace is one of those words that everyone uses, but we don't always clarify what we mean by it. On the surface, it means the absence of conflict. But when we dig a bit deeper, it points to something far more dynamic.   Sermon Description: Restoration & Wholeness, Jeremiah 29:1-11 No matter how badly we all want peace, it seems like conflict is inevitabl...

Series Description Something Good Happening Peace is one of those words that everyone uses, but we don't always clarify what we mean by it. On the surface, it means the absence of conflict. But when we dig a bit deeper, it points to something far more dynamic.   Sermon Description We Are All Connected 1 Corinthians 12:12-26   Seeing beyond ourselves and recognizing others as fully human is a good...

Series Description Something Good Happening Peace is one of those words that everyone uses, but we don't always clarify what we mean by it. On the surface, it means the absence of conflict. But when we dig a bit deeper, it points to something far more dynamic. Sermon Description Seeing Beyond Ourselves; Luke 14:15-24 It is so easy to get trapped inside of our own little bubble, focusing on ourselv...

Series Description: Finding Your Focus The life that God designed us for and calls us to is one of focus. Yet, we are constantly battling distractions—both inside and out. As we transition out of summer and back into our regular rhythm, there is no better time to find your focus. Sermon Description: Reconfigure Your Rhythms, Deuteronomy 5:12-15, Mark 1:35-39 We all have a rhythm to our lives. The...

Series Description The life that God designed us for and calls us to is one of focus. Yet, we are constantly battling distractions—both inside and out. As we transition out of summer and back into our regular rhythm, there is no better time to find your focus. Sermon Description Ephesians 4:29-32 It is one thing to get a space clean and organized, but it is another thing to keep it that way. When...

Series Description The life that God designed us for and calls us to is one of focus. Yet, we are constantly battling distractions—both inside and out. As we transition out of summer and back into our regular rhythm, there is no better time to find your focus. Sermon Description Luke 10:38-42 Marie Kondo taught us how to declutter our homes, but our joy—and our stress—are affected by more than jus...

Series Description:  The life that God designed us for and calls us to is one of focus. Yet, we are constantly battling distractions—both inside and out. As we transition out of summer and back into our regular rhythm, there is no better time to find your focus. Sermon Description: Psalm 46 While we could all probably stand to look at our phones a little less, our addiction to them is more of a sy...

Hebrews 12:1-2, 2 Timothy 4:6-8 In a world of same day delivery and immediate access to information, sometimes we forget that some things just take time.

Series Description When you hear the word "evangelism," many people think of long sermons, structured programs, or uncomfortable activities like knocking on a stranger's door. But what if sharing our faith looked a little more like improv? When you compare this unique brand of comedy and the way Jesus and others went about sharing the Gospel, the have more in common than you might think!   Sermon...

Series Description: When you hear the word "evangelism," many people think of long sermons, structured programs, or uncomfortable activities like knocking on a stranger's door. But what if sharing our faith looked a little more like improv? When you compare this unique brand of comedy and the way Jesus and others went about sharing the Gospel, the have more in common than you might think!   Sermon...

Series Description When you hear the word "evangelism," many people think of long sermons, structured programs, or uncomfortable activities like knocking on a stranger's door. But what if sharing our faith looked a little more like improv? When you compare this unique brand of comedy and the way Jesus and others went about sharing the Gospel, the have more in common than you might think! Sermon De...

  Series Description:  When you hear the word "evangelism," many people think of long sermons, structured programs, or uncomfortable activities like knocking on a stranger's door. But what if sharing our faith looked a little more like improv? When you compare this unique brand of comedy and the way Jesus and others went about sharing the Gospel, the have more in common than you might think! Sermo...

Series Description:  When you hear the word "evangelism," many people think of long sermons, structured programs, or uncomfortable activities like knocking on a stranger's door. But what if sharing our faith looked a little more like improv? When you compare this unique brand of comedy and the way Jesus and others went about sharing the Gospel, the have more in common than you might think!   Sermo...

Series Description:  When you hear the word "evangelism," many people think of long sermons, structured programs, or uncomfortable activities like knocking on a stranger's door. But what if sharing our faith looked a little more like improv? When you compare this unique brand of comedy and the way Jesus and others went about sharing the Gospel, the have more in common than you might think!   Sermo...

John 14: 15-17, 25-27 Have you ever had an overwhelming need to check up on someone or stop to admire a rainbow? Can you use a helping hand, a friend you can confide in, or even someone who can provide you with guidance? The disciples were promised a forever Friend, Counselor and Comforter to accompany them on their journey and mission in life. Do you know that you have been promised this same fri...

Acts 1:1-11 When is it time to go? And when should we wait? When do we know enough or are prepared enough? These are the questions the disciples were wrestling with as it became clear Jesus was finally leaving.

John 21:9-14 The stage is set for something big. It feels like the right time for a miracle or a pep talk or a big send off. But Jesus knows what the disciples need more than anything: breakfast. Below is the link to the video by Brad Montague that is shown to end the sermon. It is such a beautiful message.  Make sure you check it out.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NhHOA-cuA78

John 21:1-8 What do we do when we've lost our way? When we don't know what to do next? When the way forward is unclear? Perhaps it's best to go back to the beginning.

John 20: 24-31 "Doubting" Thomas will seemingly be forever remembered for one of his worst moments, yet his interaction with Jesus has brought comfort and peace to others who struggle with faith. And that resurrected Jesus? The scars of crucifixion are still visible on his glorified body, giving hope to all who trust in him. Do we have the courage to let our scars preach?

John 20:19-23 It is Easter evening, and the disciples aren't out celebrating Jesus' resurrection, or even looking for him - dead or alive. Instead, they've fearfully locked themselves in a place of hiding. While this isn't an entirely unreasonable response, it is definitely not the gut reaction Jesus had in mind.

Luke 23:50-24:5 The resurrection of Jesus Christ is the central event of our faith, but it is one we are not simply called to observe and be amazed by. It is a call to action, a call to new life, and a call to seek that new life in the only place it can actually be found.