Wesley Church Sermons

You cannot earn God's grace. You've already got it perfectly in its fullest measure. He loves you. He 's already proven that on the cross. #galatians #grace

What if we began to take on a city wide strategy with our neighbors who are also followers of Jesus? To serve the poor, to love the outcast, to educate the next generation of Christians through Christian education. Jesus said in Luke 11 that any kingdom divided against itself cannot stand. This is the mystery of God 's will to bring all things together in heaven and earth under the banner of...

Are you truly rich where it matters most? 💭 Jesus warns that the greatest poverty isn't an empty bank account—it's being spiritually bankrupt before God. In our age of affluence, we must ask: How can I be rich toward God? Don't waste another day building temporary treasures when eternity is forever!

In this sermon, the pastor explores the parables of the lost sheep, lost coin, and lost son from Luke 15. These three stories reveal God's character as one who delights in finding what was lost. The pastor highlights how the father in the prodigal son story, unlike the shepherd and woman in the other parables, doesn't actively search for his son but instead waits and runs to meet him upo...

This sermon explores the Parable of the Good Samaritan alongside the story of Mary and Martha, showing how Luke intentionally placed these stories together to teach a balanced Christian life. The Good Samaritan parable teaches us to 'go and do likewise' - to love without prejudice, even our enemies, just as Christ loved us when we were His enemies. The Mary and Martha story then balances...

The parable of the Good Samaritan reveals Jesus as the ultimate rescuer who crosses boundaries to save us. While often interpreted as a simple moral lesson about helping others, the deeper meaning shows Christ himself in the Samaritan character - an outsider who pays a debt, heals with symbolic elements, and promises to return. This story challenges us to see beyond the surface, recognizing that J...

The Parable of the Sower reveals how different hearts respond to God's Word, represented by four types of soil: path soil (where the devil steals the Word), rocky soil (where faith lacks roots), thorny soil (where worldly concerns choke growth), and good soil (where the Word produces abundant harvest). Becoming good soil requires spiritual maintenance—removing obvious sins, addressing hidden...

Jesus' Parable of the Great Banquet in Luke 14 challenges us to examine our commitment to God. The story depicts a host inviting guests who all make excuses to avoid attending, leading him to invite the marginalized instead. These excuses—checking a new field, trying new oxen, or recent marriage—represent how we prioritize possessions, make illogical justifications, or manipulate religious ru...

The kingdom of God operates like a mustard seed—starting small, growing slowly, and ending gloriously. Jesus used this parable to illustrate how faith begins with seemingly insignificant acts that eventually transform into something magnificent. We shouldn't despise small beginnings in our spiritual journey, whether they're quiet prayers, unnoticed sacrifices, or faithful attendance. God...

The sermon focuses on Matthew 5:5 - 'Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth.' The pastor explores the true meaning of meekness, not as being weak or mild, but as 'not being overly impressed by a sense of one's self-importance.' Using examples from his work as a professor in Colombia, he illustrates how true meekness manifests in faithful service rather than...

The story of King David and Mephibosheth demonstrates extraordinary biblical hospitality, where David invited his enemy's grandson to eat at his table permanently. True hospitality involves seeing others beyond our busy lives, elevating them by treating them with dignity, and feeding them both physically and spiritually. Unlike 'counterfeit hospitality' that accepts everything witho...

Communion is more than a ritual—it's a profound encounter with God that transforms our spiritual lives. During this sacred supper, we remember Christ's sacrifice and God's promises while proclaiming the Lord's death to the world. Something mysterious happens as we partake of the bread and cup, experiencing a spiritual encounter at the threshold between heaven and earth. When we...

Jesus is revealed as the 'Greater Moses' - a fulfillment of ancient prophecy that brings deeper meaning to the Last Supper. Just as Moses led Israel from slavery through the wilderness toward the Promised Land, Jesus leads us from sin toward the new creation. Today, we find ourselves in the wilderness stage of God's story, called to lean into community, remember our identity as God&...

Meals are sacred moments of connection that God uses to establish covenants and reveal Himself. Unlike contracts which are transactional, covenants are deeply relational, declaring 'I am yours.' Throughout Scripture, God establishes covenants through sacrifice, outward signs, and sacred meals—from Abraham to Moses to Jesus. When we gather around tables, whether for communion or dinner at...

Biblical meals serve as powerful symbols of fellowship and spiritual connection, from the Passover to the Lord's Supper. These sacred gatherings represent more than just physical nourishment - they embody koinonia, a deep spiritual fellowship that includes mutual relationships, shared participation, and genuine connection. The early church demonstrated this through devoted teaching, breaking...

Modern science has revealed fetal microchimerism, where cells are exchanged between mother and baby during pregnancy, creating a lasting biological connection. This scientific discovery parallels profound spiritual truths, particularly when considering Mary, the mother of Jesus, as the New Ark of the Covenant. Through sacrifice and submission, Mary exemplified the perfect model of carrying God&apo...

God has crafted unique plans for each person's life, designed to bring hope and purpose. Through biblical examples like Moses, Paul, Jacob, and Peter, we see how God transforms ordinary people into extraordinary servants. He doesn't just use our strengths, but often works through our weaknesses to display His power. The Holy Spirit plays a crucial role in this transformation, bringing Go...

God's nature transcends all human limitations in four fundamental ways: knowledge, power, presence, and love. His knowledge encompasses everything from vast cosmic events to our most intimate thoughts. His power created and sustains all existence without diminishment. His presence fills every space completely and simultaneously. Most profoundly, His love knows no boundaries or conditions, dem...

Jesus' entry into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday symbolized His victory over death and sin, even before His crucifixion. By declaring Himself as the way, the truth, and the life, Jesus established His unique role in humanity's relationship with God. Early Christians were known as followers of 'the Way,' recognizing Jesus as the only path to the Father. While many believed in Jesus, s...

Jesus' declaration as the resurrection and life came during the pivotal moment of Lazarus's death. After deliberately waiting four days, Jesus arrived in Bethany to demonstrate His divine power. This event served as both a preview of His own resurrection and a demonstration of the spiritual resurrection He offers to all believers. The story emphasizes the importance of moving beyond inte...

Jesus declares Himself as the Bread of Life, offering spiritual nourishment that transcends physical sustenance. Through this powerful metaphor, He illustrates how true satisfaction comes not from worldly pursuits but through a relationship with Him. Just as bread undergoes crushing to become digestible, Jesus underwent suffering to become our spiritual sustenance. This divine nourishment is freel...

Jesus identifies Himself as the Good Shepherd, establishing a profound metaphor for His relationship with humanity. Like sheep who need protection and guidance, humans require divine leadership and care. Jesus demonstrates this shepherding through His intimate knowledge of His followers, His leadership from the front, and His ultimate sacrifice. He provides both physical and spiritual nourishment,...

Jesus declares Himself as the true vine, establishing His role as the sole source of spiritual life and fruitfulness. This profound metaphor illustrates our need for continuous fellowship and complete dependence on Christ. Through abiding in Him - maintaining a deep, ongoing relationship - we naturally produce spiritual fruit and experience transformation. This connection requires personal respons...

God's name I AM reveals His eternal nature and desire for relationship with humanity. Jesus expands on this divine identity through seven powerful I AM statements, with special focus on being the Light of the World. This light operates in three ways: as general illumination like the sun, as focused transformation like a laser, and as reflected glory through believers. Understanding these aspe...