Southwest Church Sermons

"Isn’t it time that we put our gloves on and get to work for King Jesus?" It is easy to look at the broken state of our world, read the discouraging statistics about declining faith, and feel completely frozen by the sheer magnitude of the rubble. We often find ourselves stuck in a cycle of simply lamenting the breakdown of community and spiritual life around us. But what if God isn’t ca...

We know we are supposed to pray when life gets challenging, but have you ever stopped to wonder what is actually happening while we wait on God? 🤔 In this episode, we dive into Nehemiah chapter 2 to discover what happens when God's people commit to deep seasons of prayer and fasting. While it's easy to treat prayer as a quick checklist for our needs, Nehemiah reveals a beautiful, deeper...

We all want a good life, but what does it look like when the reality around us feels completely broken? Whether we look at our own lives, our communities, or the world at large, it is easy to become numb to the rubble. But God’s story is big enough to handle those challenges, and He is constantly weaving a grand narrative of restoration. In this episode, we kick off our summer series walking throu...

Have you ever felt like you're swimming in frigid, churning waters, emotionally exhausted, and tempted to give up just a half-mile from the shore? When the thick fog of life rolls in spiritually, it becomes incredibly easy to lose our focus and forget where we are headed. But even when the horizon is hidden from our eyes, God’s story provides a secure anchor of hope that can carry us through...

Ever look at your faith and wonder, "Is this all there really is?" If you have ever felt like your spiritual walk is a bit stagnant or lifeless, you are not alone. But what if the abundant life Jesus promised is already available to you, waiting to be unleashed through the power of the Holy Spirit?   In this episode, we continue our Made for More series by diving deep into what it truly...

Why is it so hard to just stop worrying? We have all been there. You wake up at 2:00 AM, and your mind is already off to the races, spinning through every worst-case scenario about your job, your kids, or your health. This week, we dig into the Sermon on the Mount, where Jesus tackles our anxiety head-on. He invites us out of that exhausting cycle and points us toward a life built on real, steady...

Ever feel like your past disqualifies you from the good things God has for your future? It’s easy to look at our old mistakes, or even our current struggles, and convince ourselves that the abundant life Jesus promises is meant for someone else. But God's story tells a completely different truth.  Key Takeaways Drop the Perfect Charade: Every single one of us has a past shaped by mistakes and...

We often think of obedience as a list of restrictions that keep us from the life we want. But what if the things God asks of us are actually the very things that allow us to flourish? This week, Adam Brewer explores how we were designed for more than just rules—we were made for a life-giving relationship with our Creator. Key Takeaways Reframing Obedience: Move from seeing God’s Word as a heavy &q...

Ever notice how we have more ways to stay connected than ever, but somehow we're lonelier than we've ever been? In this episode, Chris digs into why that is and what actually fixes it. We're living in a weird paradox. Social media, texting, video calls—we're more "connected" than any generation in history. And yet loneliness is at an all-time high. The US Surgeon Gene...

Happy Senior Sunday! Graduating from high school is a huge milestone—it’s the bittersweet closing of one beautiful chapter and the exciting start of a really great new one. In this episode, we’re honoring our graduating seniors and diving into Acts 2 to explore the origin story of the early church. Whether you're a recent grad stepping into a new season or a longtime church member, we are all...

We all want the good life, but getting there isn't always something we can figure out by ourselves. Sometimes, reading the guidebook just isn't enough. In this week's episode, we hear a story about a trip to Lisbon, Portugal, and a search for the best local food. It wasn't until a local guide named Marco stepped in that the real experience began. Our spiritual lives work the ex...

We all want a good life. But what does that actually look like? In this episode, we explore the difference between the false promises the world sells us and the abundant life Jesus offers. Through the story of the Good Shepherd in John 10, we examine how following Jesus leads to real fulfillment, purpose, and satisfaction—not just in eternity, but right now. This is the first message in our "...

Things move quickly from what is to what was. Technology becomes obsolete. Records get broken. But what happens when death itself is defeated? This Easter, we explore what it means that Jesus didn't stay in the tomb. The resurrection isn't just a historical event—it's a promise, a claim to authority, and an invitation to experience the living Christ today. Through Scripture and pers...

Jesus makes a decision. He sets His face toward Jerusalem, knowing exactly where the king's path leads—not to a throne, but to a cross. In this Palm Sunday message, we explore Matthew 21's triumphal entry through fresh eyes. The crowds are ecstatic. They're laying down their most prized possessions. They're shouting "Hosanna!"— save us . But here's what makes thi...

What if the greatest way to connect with God is the one we're using the least? Lane Luttrell explores what it really means to pray—not the surface-level "I'll pray for you" we say in passing, but the kind of fervent, believing prayer that actually changes things. Drawing from James 5, he unpacks three kinds of prayer and challenges us to ask harder questions: Why aren't we...

Adam Brewer walks through James' hard-hitting words about time, money, and eternity. If life is just a mist that vanishes, what are we actually building toward? This sermon tackles the uncomfortable stuff: How we plan our days. How we spend our money. And the reality that Jesus is coming back—which changes everything about how we live right now. Whether you're chasing wealth, wrestling w...

Is This All There Is? | James 4:1-10 Ever feel like life isn't turning out the way you thought it would? Pastor Adam Brewer unpacks James 4 and gets real about why we're so often caught between two worlds—and why that middle ground doesn't actually exist. From the story of Irwin Cruz landing in Bangor, Maine instead of San Francisco, to the actual battle happening inside each of us,...

Your words are doing more damage than you think—and the Bible has something to say about it. Ever notice how you say things online that you'd never say face-to-face? Yeah, we all do it. In this episode, Adam breaks down James 3 and shows why your tongue—and your typing fingers—matter way more than you think. Here's the thing: a small bit controls a massive horse. A tiny rudder steers a h...

What does real faith actually look like? In this episode, Adam Brewer walks us through James 2:14-26—one of Scripture's most challenging passages that forces us to ask: Is my faith just words, or does it have a pulse? Using the story of the "Amarna Princess" (a famous art forgery), Adam shows us how to spot the difference between counterfeit faith and the real deal. You'll disc...

When life doesn't make sense, where do you find joy? In this week's sermon, Adam Brewer kicks off a new series through the Book of James—a letter written to persecuted Christians scattered across the ancient world. James doesn't offer empty promises or feel-good platitudes. Instead, he invites us into a radical reframe: consider it pure joy when you face trials of many kinds. But wh...

We've all been there—committed to something, then found ourselves sliding backward. For Peter, it meant denying Jesus three times after swearing he'd die for Him. But what happened next changed everything. In this episode, Adam Brewer unpacks John 21 and the remarkable story of how Jesus restored Peter after his greatest failure. You'll discover that your sin, your mistakes, your br...

Are you searching for something more? Zacchaeus was a wealthy tax collector—despised, dishonest, and stuck. But when he heard about Jesus, something stirred inside. He had to see for himself. And when Jesus saw him in that tree, He didn't see a crook. He saw potential. He saw someone worth pursuing. In this episode, Adam Brewer walks us through one of Scripture's most transformative enco...

What if the reason you're hesitant to share your faith isn't because you lack knowledge—but because you're overthinking it? In this episode of the "From Now On" series, Adam Brewer walks through the story of the woman at the well and reveals something surprising: sharing Jesus doesn't require a theology degree or perfect words. It just requires your story. If you&apos...

Have you ever felt like nobody would want anything to do with you? In this episode, Adam Brewer walks through one of Scripture's most beautiful stories—a woman at a well who felt invisible, ashamed, and beyond reach. But what happens when she encounters Jesus is a reminder that no one is outside the reach of His grace. This message isn't just about her story. It's about what Jesus r...

What if everything you're holding onto is actually holding you back? It's January, and like most of us, you probably want to move forward into something better this year. But here's the thing—moving forward often means leaving something behind. In this episode, Adam walks through Luke 5 and Peter's encounter with Jesus to show what it really looks like to answer God's call...