Wellspring Church Sermon Podcast

In this sermon from Exodus 3, Pastor Matt Ayars unpacks Moses’ encounter at the burning bush, showing how God’s presence transforms barren wilderness into holy ground and brings real freedom from sin through the power of the Holy Spirit.

Ever feel like life is running you instead of the other way around? Stuck in routines, burdens, or circumstances that feel impossible to shake? You’re not alone—and you’re not without hope. 💬 This week at Wellspring, we kicked off our new sermon series  Exodus: The Way Out . God has a plan to get you unstuck, and it starts with His presence. Catch the message and read the blog to see how the stor...

This sermon on Matthew 13:44–46 focuses on the parables of the hidden treasure and the pearl of great price to emphasize the surpassing value of the Kingdom of God. It highlights the call to total surrender—selling all—for the sake of possessing what is of ultimate worth. The message distinguishes between those who stumble upon the kingdom and those who search for it, showing that both responses r...

Can ordinary believers really understand the Bible? Jesus says yes—and more than that, He calls us to be faithful stewards of both the Old and New Testament truths. In this powerful message, Pastor Matt challenges us to guard the gospel, embrace sound doctrine, and rise up as disciple-makers in a world desperate for truth. Don’t miss this call to deeper discipleship and biblical faithfulness.

A thought-provoking sermon exploring the doctrine of hell through Matthew 13:47–50. Pastor Matt Ayars examines eternal conscious torment, annihilationism, and universalism, offering biblical insight, pastoral wisdom, and a call to respond to the gospel with truth and hope.

In this week’s sermon, Pastor Matt Ayars delivers a moving message rooted in the parables of the mustard seed and the yeast from Matthew 13. Through vivid personal stories from his time as a missionary in Haiti and a powerful testimony from a friend named Charlie, Pastor Matt reminds us that God often works through what seems small, hidden, and insignificant. Whether it’s a long, grueling hike to...

This sermon explores Jesus’s parable of the wheat and the weeds, highlighting themes of patience, rest, and trusting God’s timing. Learn why spiritual growth often happens slowly—and why waiting in peace is an act of faith.

In this opening episode of our new summer series  Stories by the Sea , Pastor Matt Ayars takes us deep into the Parable of the Sower from Matthew 13. With honesty, humor, and powerful conviction, he explores the four kinds of soil—hard, shallow, thorny, and good—and challenges us to examine the true condition of our hearts. Are we resistant to conviction? Emotionally driven but lacking depth? Dist...

In this final message of our Holy Spirit series, Pastor Matt explores the power and purpose of  spiritual gifts —what they are, why they matter, and how they fit into God’s plan to work  through  us, not just  for  us or  in  us. With humor, honesty, and clarity, this sermon walks through 1 Corinthians 12 and challenges believers to discover their spiritual gifts, use them in humility, and trust G...

This powerful sermon unpacks a revival sermon from Mark 2, exploring the call to bring people to Jesus, the power of personal testimony, and the Spirit-empowered ministry of reconciliation. Discover why your story—and your “mat”—matters.

More comingIn this soul-stirring message from Joshua 1, Pastor Hal Dag brings a passionate challenge to return to the Word of God—not as a duty, but as a lifeline. Drawing from the moment Joshua received the very first written Word of God, Pastor Hal reminds us of the  first command concerning Scripture :  “Study this book of instruction continually. Meditate on it day and night.” Through powerful...

In this powerful and deeply personal message, Pastor Hal Dag walks us through  1 Chronicles 28:9  and the heartfelt words of King David to his son Solomon:  “Learn to know the God of your ancestors intimately.” This isn’t just a message about religion—it’s a call to relationship. Pastor Hal shares stories from his own journey of salvation, sanctification, and transformation, revealing how God lovi...

In this gripping Pentecost Sunday message, Pastor Hal Daigre takes us to 2 Samuel 11 to explore one of the most sobering stories in Scripture—the fall of King David. With heartfelt storytelling, personal testimony, and pastoral insight, Pastor Hal unpacks how sin slowly changes our  convictions ,  character , and  heart —and how only the Spirit of God can restore what’s been lost. You’ll hear how...

In this episode, Pastor Matt Ayars walks through Acts 1:1–11 to answer a vital question:  How do we prepare ourselves to receive the Holy Spirit?  With insight, honesty, and a touch of humor, Pastor Matt shares four essential steps to spiritual readiness: submitting to the lordship of Jesus, waiting on God’s timing, aligning with His kingdom purposes, and embracing our calling as Christ’s witnesse...

In this powerful Memorial Day message, Pastor Matt Ayars takes us into Revelation 1:12–20 to explore the often-overlooked but absolutely essential doctrine of Christ’s Ascension. Many Christians focus on the birth, death, and resurrection of Jesus—but what about the Ascension? Why does it matter that Jesus rose  not just from the grave , but also into glory? In this episode, Pastor Matt unpacks th...

In this episode, Matt Ayars unpacks the urgency and depth of Jesus’ final words in Matthew 28: “Go and make disciples.” With passion and clarity, he challenges the Church to move beyond passive belief and toward active discipleship, exploring what it really means to obey the Great Commission. Along the way, he addresses the root of human brokenness—shame—and how only the divine blood of Christ can...

In this special Mother’s Day episode, Pastor Matt Ayars opens up Revelation 12 to reveal a powerful and often-overlooked truth: the Church is not only the bride of Christ and the body of Christ—it is also a  mother . Drawing from the vivid imagery of the woman clothed with the sun, Pastor Matt explores how the Church brings Christ into the world, nurtures spiritual children, and perseveres in the...

In this powerful and personal message, Pastor Matt Ayars walks us through John 21, where the risen Jesus restores Peter after his threefold denial. With humor, vulnerability, and pastoral insight, this sermon explores what it means to be forgiven, called, and sent again—no matter how deeply we’ve failed. Jesus doesn’t just restore Peter’s status—He restores his mission:  Feed my sheep.  This messa...

In this episode, Pastor Matt Ayars takes us into the powerful scene of John 20:19–23, where the risen Jesus appears to His fearful disciples hiding behind locked doors. What does Jesus offer them first? Peace. We explore how the resurrection of Christ is not just about an empty tomb—it’s about the living Lord who meets us in our fear, breathes new life into our hearts, and gives us hope beyond dea...

In this special Easter Sunday message, Pastor Matt Ayars proclaims the resurrection of Jesus Christ as the foundation of our faith and the force that shapes every part of the Christian life. Why do we worship on Sundays? Why do the sacraments matter? Why do we believe the Bible is the Word of God? It all comes back to the empty tomb. Drawing from Matthew 28:1–10, Pastor Matt explores how the resur...

In this powerful Palm Sunday message, we journey from the joyous cries of  “Hosanna!”  to the crushing silence of Gethsemane. As Jesus enters Jerusalem to the cheers of the crowd, expectations are high—but by week’s end, those same voices cry  “Barabbas.”  Why? Because Jesus came not to fulfill our will, but the Father’s. Through vivid storytelling and pastoral reflection, this sermon explores the...

In this sermon we explore Luke 22:14–23.

Will you submit to Jesus even though he may not meet your expectations?

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What does it truly mean to follow Jesus? Is Christianity just about believing in what Jesus has done, or does it require something more? In this powerful sermon, we explore Luke 9:23 and Jesus’ radical call to deny ourselves, take up our cross daily, and follow Him. We unpack the meaning of discipleship, self-denial, and the willingness to suffer for Christ. 🔹  Key Takeaways: ✅ Sin means  missin...