WaterStone Church Weekly Messages

History has a way of revealing what our hearts often forget: God has always been faithful. In Let's Look at the Big Picture, Pastor Jeremy DeGroot walks through Nehemiah 9 to show how God's story is one of unwavering faithfulness, abundant mercy, and relentless grace, even when His people continually fell short. As you join us, you'll be reminded that the same God who kept His promises...

Revival doesn't begin with better circumstances. It begins with hearts returning to God's Word. In Let's Get Back on Track, Pastor Jeremy DeGroot unpacks Nehemiah 8 and shows how God's people experienced renewal as they gathered around Scripture, rediscovered the joy of the Lord, and responded in faithful obedience. If you've felt spiritually distracted or distant, this message...

Some of the most important work God does is accomplished through ordinary people who faithfully say yes. In Let’s Lean In, Pastor Jeremy DeGroot explores Nehemiah 7 and reveals how every name, every family, and every act of obedience mattered in God's greater story. This message reminds us that our faithfulness today can leave a lasting legacy tomorrow. Join us as we discover how God uses His...

The finish line is often where the opposition gets fiercest. In Let’s Keep an Eye Out, Pastor Jeremy DeGroot walks through Nehemiah 6 and reveals how distractions, deception, and distorted truth can threaten God's work in our lives just as we begin to see progress. This message will encourage you to stay focused on the mission God has given you, stand firm against the lies of the enemy, and tr...

Broken walls are easier to rebuild than broken relationships. In Let’s All Get on Board, Pastor Jeremy DeGroot walks through Nehemiah 5 and reveals how the greatest threats to God’s work often come from within rather than from outside opposition. Discover how confronting sin, pursuing integrity, and serving others with Christlike humility can restore unity and strengthen the foundation God is buil...

One hand on the work. One hand on the sword. Nehemiah 4 paints a powerful picture of believers who refused to quit when opposition came their way. Pastor Jeremy DeGroot explores what it means to stay alert, stay faithful, and continue God's work even when obstacles, criticism, and doubt surround us. New to our live stream? Let us get to know you through our digital Connect Card here: https://m...

Stretch your faith and watch what God can do. In this message from Nehemiah 3, Pastor Jeremy DeGroot explores how God’s great work moves forward when ordinary people say yes to serving, building, and trusting Him together. No matter where you are in your faith journey, there is a place for you in what God is building. Notes Link: http://bible.com/events/49611268Giving Link: https://mywaterstone.ch...

What if the breakthrough you’re waiting for actually begins with honest surrender before God? In this message from Nehemiah 1:1–11, Pastor Jeremy DeGroot challenges us to get real about where we are so God can begin the work He wants to do in us. Through Nehemiah’s response to brokenness, this sermon reminds believers that God is faithful, He hears our prayers, and His power is made perfect in our...

What is the great work God has placed in front of you—and what’s trying to pull you away from it? In this message, Pastor Jeremy DeGroot points us to Nehemiah’s resolve and the bigger story of Ezra and Nehemiah, reminding us that the work God calls us to is God-driven, Spirit-empowered, worship-centered, and shaped by His Word. This sermon challenges believers to stay focused, resist distraction,...

What if eternity isn't as far away as you think? In this message from Revelation 1:1–8, Pastor Jeremy DeGroot opens the book of Revelation and shows that Jesus is not a distant figure but a present, powerful King who speaks grace and peace into our lives today. Through the themes of freedom, new creation, and the eternal authority of Christ, this message offers real comfort and a firm foundati...

What if your greatest failure is the very place where Jesus wants to meet you? In this message from John 21:1–19, Pastor Jeremy DeGroot walks through the restoration of Peter, showing how Jesus steps into our broken moments, reminds us of His faithfulness, and lovingly calls us back to Himself. This sermon encourages believers to trust that God can redeem the past, restore what feels lost, and inv...

What does real belief actually look like when doubt is still present? In this message from John 20:19–31, Pastor Jeremy DeGroot walks through the story of Thomas and the risen Jesus, showing how belief is more than acknowledgment—it’s a step toward trust, surrender, and faith. This sermon reminds us that Jesus meets us in our doubts, invites us to see Him clearly, and calls us to move from uncerta...

Everything changed the moment the stone was rolled away. In this message from John 20:1–18, Pastor Jeremy DeGroot walks through the powerful reality of the resurrection and what it means for us today. From Mary’s grief to her encounter with the risen Jesus, this sermon invites believers to move from doubt to faith, from standing still to turning toward Christ, and to live in the hope, purpose, and...

“What is truth?” It’s the same question the world is still asking today, often with more confusion than clarity. In this message from John 18:33–40, Pastor Jeremy DeGroot explores Pilate’s question and reveals that truth is not an idea to be debated but a Person to be known. This sermon challenges believers to stand firm in the truth of Christ, recognize His authority as King, and live with boldne...

When life feels out of control, where do you turn—and what does it look like to stay grounded in Christ? In this message from John 18:12–32, Pastor Jeremy DeGroot contrasts the calm, steady composure of Jesus with Peter’s fear and distance, revealing that true control is not about managing circumstances but trusting God in the middle of them. This sermon challenges believers to draw near to Christ...

What does it mean to truly follow a Savior who willingly laid down His life for us? In this message from John 18:1–11, Pastor Jeremy DeGroot reflects on the powerful moment when Jesus stepped forward to face the cross, revealing a sacrifice that was expected, chosen, and fully embraced. This sermon invites believers to consider how Christ’s sacrifice echoes into our own lives, calling us to deeper...

Unity was never meant to be optional for the church. In John 17, Jesus prayed that His followers would be one, reflecting the same love and connection that exists within the Trinity itself. In this message, Pastor Jeremy DeGroot unpacks how that unity becomes a testimony to the world, helping others see the love of Christ and believe the truth of the Gospel. New to our live stream? Let us get to k...

What if following Christ meant a complete change of clothes, not just on the outside, but from the inside out? In this message from Colossians 3:1-17, Pastor Bruce Mulford uses the picture of “laundry day” to walk through what it really looks like to leave behind the old life and step fully into the new life we have in Christ. From setting our minds on things above, to putting off sinful patterns,...

What does it really look like to live a life worthy of the cross in your everyday life? In this message from Colossians 1:10-14, Pastor Bruce Mulford unpacks how believers are called not just to be saved, but to walk in a way that reflects Christ through bearing fruit, growing in a deeper knowledge of God, being strengthened by His power, and living with a heart of gratitude. This sermon is a powe...

What are you doing with the burdens you’re carrying right now? In this message from Galatians 6:1-5, Dr. Tom Cheyney walks through the reality that not every burden is meant to be handled the same way. Some are meant to be shared with others in love, some must be personally shouldered with responsibility, and others are meant to be surrendered fully to the Lord. This sermon speaks directly to the...

What excuses do we hide behind when God calls us to step forward in faith? In this message from Exodus 3–4, Dr. Tom Cheyney walks through the familiar story of Moses and reveals how fear, doubt, and self-focus can keep believers from embracing God’s purpose. This sermon challenges Christians to recognize their own excuses, trust God’s sufficiency, and respond with obedience when He invites them in...

What does real spiritual growth actually look like, and how can you tell if your faith is truly flourishing? In this message from Ephesians 3:14–21, our pastoral candidate explores how God strengthens believers from the inside out, filling His people with His presence so their lives and His church can thrive. This sermon invites followers of Christ to move beyond surface-level faith and experience...

What if God’s will for your life is not a mystery but something you can live out every single day? In this message, Pastor Bruce Mulford opens 1 Thessalonians 5:16–18 and points us to a Christ-centered life marked by rejoicing always, praying continually, and giving thanks in every circumstance. This sermon invites believers to see how joy, prayer, and gratitude align our hearts with God’s purpose...

What would happen if you stopped settling for “good enough” and started living with Christ-centered excellence? In this message, Pastor Paul Dillow challenges believers to go the “second mile” — not out of obligation, but out of obedience to Jesus. Scripture reminds us that real impact happens when we go beyond what’s expected and reflect Christ in our everyday actions, attitudes, and relationship...

What if prayer isn’t meant to be your last resort, but your first response? In this message, Pastor Paul Dillow challenges us to prepare our hearts for prayer by trusting God’s promise in Jeremiah 33:3—that when we call on Him, He hears and answers. You’ll be reminded of why prayer still matters, how God responds to His people, and how a consistent, dependent prayer life can draw you closer to Him...