Mosaic Wadsworth with Pastor Adam Barton

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In this sermon titled "There are plenty of fish in the sea," Pastor Adam challenges the common cliché often used to comfort those experiencing a breakup or struggling with singleness. The sermon explores the notion of soulmates and questions whether there is truly just one perfect person for everyone. The Bible offers us to look through another lens and reminds us that relationships involve two im...

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Week 3 of Cliche dives into the problematic nature of the cliche "Just Look on the Bright Side." This sermon argues that such cliches can minimize real suffering and pain especially when applied to serious life challenges. In 2 Corinthians 4:17, Paul emphasize a balance between acknowledging real pain and maintaining hope in eternal glory. The challenge is for people to make a choice to...

In this thought-provoking sermon, Pastor Adam challenges the common cliche "Don't put all your eggs in one basket," highlighting its potential to undermine the value of commitment. He argues that while diversification may protect against risk, it can also prevent deep commitment, which is essential for accessing profound truths and achieving true freedom. Pastor Adam illustrates how...

The cliche addressed in this sermon is "Just be yourself." The sermon explores the potential harms of this advice, suggesting that while it promotes authenticity and freedom from societal expectations, it can also lead to complacency, excuse poor behavior, and ignore the need for personal growth and transformation. Pastor Adam advocates for a life guided by transformation through Christ,...

Week 5 of the sermon series "The Table," Pastor Adam explores the significance of the table in Jesus' ministry and its symbolic importance in building relationships and fostering community. This message dives into the biblical story of Jesus at the wedding in Cana (John 2:1-11), where he performs his first miracle by turning water into wine. This act prevents a social disaster and un...

In week four of The Table, Pastor Adam stresses that often there is a gap between who we think we are and who we really are, which can lead to dissatisfaction and pain. Drawing from the biblical story of Mary and Martha, the sermon explores how our actions are deeply influenced by our perceived identities. Martha, distracted and stressed over her duties, contrasts with Mary, who is commended for c...

In week three of The Table, Pastor Adam delves into the story of Zacchaeus from Luke 19 to illustrate the profound human need for acceptance and belonging, emphasizing the role of Christians in fulfilling this need for others. The sermon highlights how Jesus' interaction with Zacchaeus, a tax collector despised by his community, demonstrates unconditional love and acceptance. By inviting himse...

This sermon explores the transformative power of forgiveness and its impact on love, gratitude, and judgment. Pastor Adam uses the biblical story from Luke 7:36-50, where a sinful woman anoints Jesus's feet at a Pharisee's house. The sermon highlights the contrast between the Pharisee's lack of hospitality and the woman's extravagant display of repentance and love. The key message...

In his sermon, "Transparency at the Table," Pastor Adam uses the symbolic power of the dining table. He draws parallels to biblical stories, highlighting the honesty of sinners before Jesus. He discusses the concept of sin and the need for genuine confession without comparison or excuses. Highlighting the consequences of hiding sins, Pastor Adam stresses the importance of honesty for rel...

Pastor Chris Dewar's sermon highlights how Jesus defies expectations by reaching out to those society shuns, like the Samaritan woman at the well. He contrasts judgmental attitudes with the ministry of Fireproof Ministries, showing love to those in the adult entertainment industry. The message emphasizes emulating Jesus by stepping into messy situations to show love and acceptance, just as Jes...

Pastor Chris's sermon explores the significance of expectations in our lives, drawing parallels between stories and reality. He uses examples from popular culture and the biblical story of the Good Samaritan to illustrate how our expectations can sometimes be challenged. The sermon highlights the unexpected nature of Jesus' teachings and urges both believers and non-believers to demonstrat...

Pastor Adam Barton explores the concept of having God-sized dreams, drawing parallels between mental cages and limiting beliefs that hinder personal growth. Using the story of King Jehoash and the dying prophet Elisha, Adam highlights the consequences of not fully embracing God-sized dreams. He challenges us to think beyond their current circumstances and urging us to break free from limitations a...

Pastor Adam Barton's sermon "A Responsibility" discusses the importance of following the natural instinct to increase, as shown by the migration of monarch butterflies and the Parable of the Talents in Matthew 25:14-30. He emphasizes the need to overcome fear and make the most of the talents, resources, and opportunities that God has given us. The sermon also calls on the church, spe...

In his sermon "A Mentality," Pastor Adam Barton urges a mindset shift for Christians towards their role in the church. Using the analogy of animal groups, he challenges the congregation to redefine how they view a group of Christians. Drawing from Matthew 16:13-18, Pastor Adam highlights the importance of recognizing Jesus as the foundation of the church and emphasizes the need for Chris...

Alyssa Shafer's sermon "Are You Listening?" explores the importance of actively listening to God. Through the biblical story of Eli, and Samuel, she underscores the history of humans struggling to listen well. The sermon culminates in the "four P's of listening": posture, proximity, people, and purpose, with a call to action for the congregation to actively listen to Go...

Alyssa Shafer's sermon "He Speaks" discusses how God communicates in unexpected ways, emphasizing the importance of being open to the unforeseen. Alyssa encourages individuals to listen for God's voice, pointing out that he speaks personally through the Holy Spirit, urging listeners to discern divine messages in alignment with the Scriptures. The sermon concludes by presenting a...

Pastor Adam Barton's sermon emphasizes the importance of discovering and using spiritual gifts. He outlines three conditions for activating these gifts: preemptive surrender to God, taking steps of faith, and engaging in community. Let's be people who prioritize finding and using their spiritual gifts so that we can serve others with what God has given us.

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The sermon "You Give Love A Bad Name" by Pastor Adam Barton emphasizes loving others more than they deserve. He discusses Jesus' teaching in Luke 6 to love enemies and emphasizes the need for humility in treating others kindly. The sermon concludes by encouraging Christians to remember the love and forgiveness they have received from God and extend that love to others, even those con...

This sermon discusses the importance of church in spiritual growth and community. Pastor Adam emphasizes that in order to be who God created us to be, we cannot do that alone. The church is a place for growth to happen and it should function as a place to get poured into and a place to pour out. The sermon lands by focusing on the collective mission of the church and how the church needs YOU.

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