Noblesville First Sermons

There is something about the turn of the calendar that stirs hope in us. A new year invites us to pause, take a deep breath, and imagine what might be possible. Even if nothing about our circumstances has changed overnight, January carries with it the promise of a fresh start. We often talk about fresh starts in terms of resolutions, what we want to do better, change, or finally get right this tim...

The story of the three wise men is a journey that begins in wonder and leads to faithful wandering. Drawn by a mysterious star, the Magi leave certainty behind and step into a long, unknown road—trusting that God is at work even when the destination isn’t clear. Wonder to Wander invites us to explore how holy curiosity can move us from standing still to stepping out, discovering that God often mee...

There is a kind of holy anticipation that settles into hearts every Christmas Eve—an energy that feels both reverent and joyful, quiet and alive all at once. It’s the joy of gathering again, year after year, to remember a story that never grows old. A story that still shines. Each year, as the flame is passed from candle to candle, person to person, pew to pew. One small light becomes many. The ro...

When we hear in the story of the shepherds, we see that they were not expecting anything extraordinary. They were simply going about their work, living ordinary lives, when wonder broke in. Angels appeared. Good news was shared. And suddenly, they realized they were part of God’s story. But what mattered just as much was what came next. The shepherds did not stay in that moment of awe. They went a...

This Advent season invites us into wonder—yet wonder often leads us somewhere deeper: acceptance. In recent weeks, shifting weather patterns have disrupted our carefully laid plans. Meetings have been postponed, deadlines rearranged, events reshaped. We’ve checked our calendars only to discover that nature has rewritten them for us. But these interruptions carry a quiet wisdom. They remind us that...

Silence has a way of sharpening our vision. It slows us down enough to see what has been true all along but overlooked in the rush. It opens the door to wonder. In the hush of a dimly lit room, you remember, this is sacred. This is gift. And if silence can help us see our own children more clearly, how much more can it help us see God? This week, as we continue our Advent series Wonder, we turn to...

This week, we turn to one of Scripture's most tender and astonishing encounters, the meeting of Mary and Elizabeth. Both women, carrying miracles they never expected, greet one another with joy that seems to shake the very air around them. Elizabeth's child leaps in her womb. Mary bursts into praise. And in that quiet home, two women become witnesses to God’s impossible, hope-bearing work. Their s...

Gratitude is more than words, it's Hands and Feet in motion. Join us and begin considering even now: How might you put your gratitude into action this week? Whom can you bless? How can you show appreciation in a way that reflects God’s goodness?

It’s easy to feel invisible in this world, but your presence, your hands, your feet, and your heart can change everything for someone. Every casserole you drop off, every quiet prayer, every card you send, every visit you make, and every moment spent listening echoes Christ’s healing love. As we step into a new season, maybe take a moment and ask, “How is God nudging me in this season? Where is Ch...

In Paris, sermons were preached not in words, but in beauty. From stained glass to carved stone, every work of art whispered the same truth — God is here. The artists who shaped and painted did more than create; they testified. And the same Spirit that inspired them moves through us today. In every meal prepared with love, every song sung, every act of kindness offered, we reveal the heart of God....

All Saints Day is a sacred moment when we remember that the story of faith is still being written—through the lives and legacies of those who have gone before us, and through us who carry their light forward. In Hands and Feet, we’ll honor the Saints who have joined the Church Triumphant this year, speaking their names, lighting candles, and tolling bells to celebrate lives that continue to shape...

Maybe your own itinerary has shifted lately—dreams delayed, goals detoured, expectations undone. But here’s the truth: God’s plans are always better than ours. God’s timing, direction, and purpose—they outshine even our best laid plans. In this message, we’ll take our “passports” to Damascus and see how the presence of Jesus changes our plans to His purpose. Saul and Ananias had their own detailed...

We're unpacking the story of the Israelites confronting the walls of Jericho. Before they reached that city, they spent years in the desert—shedding the old ways of Egypt and learning to trust in God’s leading. We invite you to reflect: What does it mean to follow faith wherever God leads? How does faith empower us to tear down the walls that keep us out, keep us in, or keep us from knowing the lo...

Our faith travels take us to Egypt this week and the story of God’s people, slaves and aliens in a foreign land, who cry out to God when they feel they can no longer endure the hardships of their present life, hoping their cry will be heard. In our lives we all have those times when we cry out to the Lord. We wonder if God hears us. Yet, the story of God’s people in Egypt reminds us that God does...

Our first stop in this series is Eden, the place where humanity was meant to dwell. In Eden, God and creation walked together in perfect harmony. Though sin disrupted that closeness, God’s story has always been about drawing us back home. With this week being World Communion Sunday, it’s a powerful reminder that we don’t travel this road alone. Christians from every nation and tradition will gathe...

Every step of the faith journey isn’t easy—but we’re never walking it alone. God gives us the strength to face new challenges, hard moments, and even the unexpected paths we never thought we’d travel. Along the way, God surrounds us with people to lift us up and encourage us when we lose our stride. This sermon will remind you of the One who equips us for the journey and the community that walks b...

Special teams in football don’t always grab the spotlight, but when the game’s on the line, they often make the difference. In the same way, our church is filled with “special teams” that make ministry possible: someone prints the bulletin you hold in your hand, someone prays over the pews before you sit down, someone greets you at the door with a smile, someone sweeps up donut crumbs after fellow...

Guest Preacher Rev. Dr. Jevon Caldwell-Gross will bring a powerful message rooted in Paul’s words from 2 Corinthians 4:9: “Struck down, but not destroyed.” Our setbacks are real, but they don’t get the final say. With Christ, there is always more grace, more strength, and more possibility—if we keep showing up. No matter what field you’re on today, don’t quit. Keep playing. You may be down, but yo...

Maybe you’re in a stage of life that feels settled or predictable. Maybe you think you’ve seen it all or learned it all. But what if God still has more to show you? What if there’s a new skill to practice, a new perspective to gain, or a new playbook for your spiritual growth? So, here’s the question: how can you remain open to learning something new from God this season? Let’s discover what lesso...

When we release, we’re not letting go into nothingness—we’re entrusting our loved ones to the God who “knows the very hairs of our head are numbered” (Luke 12:7). If God cares so deeply for sparrows, how much more can we trust Jesus with the people we love most? This act of release is not defeat—it’s discipleship. It’s trusting the ones we love most with the One we know loves us most of all.  

 What happens when we do or don’t notice the needs of others?  It’s easy to live distracted or focused inward. But when we live like Jesus—attentive, available, compassionate—we begin to see the people others overlook. And that’s when life change begins.

Intervention doesn’t always look dramatic. Sometimes it’s a conversation. A prayer whispered in faith. Showing up when others don’t. Or, yes—smiling with whipped cream sliding down your cheek because you believe in the next generation. Most importantly, we’re grateful that Jesus intervened for us. He is the faithful friend who carries us when we cannot walk on our own. So—who’s your four? Who will...

We’re asking a question that could change lives: Who’s your four? Four people. Four stories. Four souls God has woven into your path for a purpose. They might be friends, family, coworkers, or neighbors—people who feel far from faith, forgotten in life, or hungry for hope but unsure where to find it. In the months ahead, we’ll be praying for your four by name. We’ll open intentional spaces for the...

We’ll be praying a blessing over all educators, school staff, and students. Because every new year is a sacred journey. And we’ll remember that the greatest Teacher of all—Jesus—walks beside us, guiding us into wisdom, grace, and truth.

Like riding the school bus, our faith involves trust. We don’t always know every stop or how long the ride will take, but we learn to settle in, look around, and grow during the journey. Sometimes the road feels bumpy or unfamiliar. Other times, it’s full of song, laughter, and unexpected lessons. Through it all, God is not just waiting for us at the destination—God is present in every mile, every...