Travelers Rest United Methodist Podcast

4th Sunday of Advent December 21, 2025 Sermon Series: The Lights of the Season Sermon: Flashes of Light  Scripture: John 1:1-14 What does it look like to notice God’s light when it comes in brief, brilliant flashes—moments that interrupt the darkness and remind us of hope? This Sunday, we continue The Lights of the Season with Flashes of Light , drawn from John 1:1–14 . John’s words remind us that...

3rd Sunday of Advent December 14, 2025 Sermon Series: The Lights of the Season Sermon: Turning Lights On Scripture: Luke 1:26-38 What does it look like to let God’s light break in—fully, boldly, and right where we are? This Sunday, we continue The Lights of the Season with Turning Lights On from Luke 1:26–38, as Mary receives the astonishing news that she will carry the Savior of the world. Her co...

2nd Sunday of Advent December 7, 2025 Sermon Series: The Lights of the Season Sermon: Hanging Lights Scripture: Luke 3:2-20 What does it take to prepare the way—not just with decorations and to-do lists, but within our own hearts? This Sunday, we continue The Lights of the Season with Hanging Lights from Luke 3:2–20, where John the Baptist calls God’s people to turn, reset, and ready themselves fo...

1st Sunday of Advent November 30, 2025 Sermon Series: The Lights of the Season Sermon: The Yellow Lights of Advent Scripture: John 1:1-14 What does it mean to wait well — to slow down, notice God’s presence, and make room for Christ to shine in the midst of a busy world? This Sunday, we begin The Lights of the Season , our Advent sermon series, with The Yellow Lights of Advent from John 1:1–14 . L...

Thanksgiving Sunday November 23, 2025 Sermon: The Rules of Thanksgiving Scripture: Philippians 4:4-7 What does it really mean to live with a grateful heart—not just in a season of thanksgiving, but every day? This Sunday, we’re diving into The Rules of Thanksgiving through Paul’s encouraging words in Philippians 4:4–7 . He reminds us that joy, prayer, and peace aren’t dependent on our circumstance...

23rd Sunday after Pentecost   November 16, 2025 Sermon: Our Membership Promise Scripture: Romans 12:1-2 What does it really mean to belong—to God, to one another, to the Church? This week, we’ll explore Our Membership Promise through Paul’s words in Romans 12:1-2. He reminds us that true worship isn’t confined to a sanctuary—it’s found in offering our whole selves to God and allowing our lives to...

22nd Sunday after Pentecost   November 9, 2025 Sermon: What’s Your Motivation? Scripture: Mark 12:38-44 What drives your faith, your generosity, your daily choices? In this week’s passage from Mark, Jesus points to a humble widow whose quiet act of giving reveals a heart fully devoted to God. Her story invites us to look beyond appearances and ask what truly motivates us to give, serve, and live a...

21st Sunday after Pentecost   November 2, 2025 Sermon: What's a Saint to Do? Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 1:1-4, 11-12 All Saints Sunday is a time to remember and give thanks for the faithful who have gone before us—the saints who have shaped our faith and shown us what it means to live for Christ. In Paul’s words to the Thessalonians, we’re reminded that God calls each of us to live lives worthy of...

20th Sunday after Pentecost October 26, 2025 Sermon Series: Who's Your Neighbor? Sermon: How to be a Neighbor Scripture: Luke 10:25-37 This Sunday we continue our series, Who’s Your Neighbor? This week’s message, “How to Be a Neighbor,” comes from Luke 10:25–37—the parable of the Good Samaritan. In this well-known story, Jesus challenges us to expand our understanding of what it means to love our...

19th Sunday after Pentecost October 19, 2025 Sermon Series: Who's Your Neighbor? Sermon: Your Neighbor is Right Beside You. Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-27 This Sunday we continue our series, Who’s Your Neighbor? This week’s message, “Your Neighbor Is Right Beside You,” comes from the scripture 1 Corinthians 12:12–27 . In this passage, Paul reminds us that we are all part of one body in Christ—e...

18th Sunday after Pentecost October 12, 2025 Sermon Series: Who's Your Neighbor? Sermon: Won’t You Be My Neighbor? Scripture: Luke 10:25-37 Through the familiar story of the Good Samaritan, we’ll explore what it truly means to love our neighbors—not just in words, but in action. Jesus calls us to expand our understanding of “neighbor,” breaking down barriers and living with compassion that reflect...

17th Sunday after Pentecost October 5, 2025 Sermon: One BIG Family Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:24-27 This Sunday we celebrate World Communion Sunday . This week’s message, “One BIG Family,” comes from 1 Corinthians 12:24–27 . World Communion Sunday reminds us that we are part of one family in Christ—joined together across nations, cultures, and traditions. In worship, we’ll reflect on what it mean...

16th Sunday after Pentecost September 28, 2025 Sermon Series: Fear Sermon: Wearing Masks Scripture: Ephesians 2:4-10, 19-22 This Sunday we continue our series, Fear . This week’s message, “Wearing Masks,” comes from Ephesians 2:4–10, 19–22. Fear often tempts us to hide behind masks—pretending to be someone we’re not, or covering up the parts of ourselves we think others won’t accept. But God, rich...

15th Sunday after Pentecost September 21, 2025 Sermon Series: Fear Sermon: Wearing Masks Scripture: Ephesians 2:4-10, 19-22 This Sunday we continue our series, Fear . This week’s message, “Wearing Masks,” comes from Ephesians 2:4–10, 19–22. Fear often tempts us to hide behind masks—pretending to be someone we’re not, or covering up the parts of ourselves we think others won’t accept. But God, rich...

14th Sunday after Pentecost September 14, 2025 Sermon: What Are You Afraid Of? Scripture: Isaiah 43:1-3 This Sunday we begin a new series, Fear . Fear is something we all know—whether it’s fear of failure, fear for our loved ones, fear of the unknown, or fear of not being enough. But scripture reminds us: “Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by name, you are mine.” (Isaiah 43:1...

13th Sunday after Pentecost September 7, 2025 Sermon: Following Jesus: What’s the Sign? Scripture: Matthew 18:15-20 This week in our series Following Jesus, we’ll explore how Jesus calls us to live in community—working through conflict, seeking reconciliation, and recognizing His presence when we gather in His name. As you prepare for worship, reflect on: Where do you most need reconciliation in y...

11th Sunday after Pentecost August 24, 2025 Sermon: Following Jesus: Taking the Yoke Scripture: Matthew 11:25-30 This Sunday we begin a new sermon series: Following Jesus. Jesus invites us in Matthew 11:25–30 to “take my yoke upon you and learn from me.” A yoke may sound like a burden, but what if following Jesus actually brings rest, freedom, and new strength for the journey? As you prepare for w...