Westminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SC

Join Rev. Russ Whitfield for Session 1 of our Christ, Culture and the Church Conference as we turn to the Gospel According to John 5:1-17 to explore . . . "True Healing". In this lesson, we learn about . . . Perceiving Healing Myths Receiving Healing Mercy You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net . Find us on social media at @WPCSumter.

Join Pastor Stuart as we turn to the Apostle Paul's Second Letter to the Corinthians 4:1-6 to learn the important truth that . . . "It’s Not About Us, It’s About Jesus". In this lesson, we learn that . . . The message of the church is about Jesus, not about ourselves. Our lives are to reflect Jesus in all we do and say. We live this way because of what Jesus has done for us. Because our lives are...

Join Pastor Nathan for the 20th and final lesson in our series, Don't Stop Believin', a sermon series on the Epistle to the Hebrews. Today, we turn to Hebrews 13:20-25 to hear . . . "A Good Word". In this lesson, we learn: The God of Peace blesses His people. The God of Peace brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus. The God of Peace equips you with everything good that you may do his will. The...

Join Pastor Stuart for Part 19 in our series, Don't Stop Believin', a sermon series on the Epistle to the Hebrews. Today, we turn to Hebrews 13:7-19 to learn of some of the . . . "Sacrifices of Following Jesus". In this lesson, we hear: Following Jesus entails sacrifice. The sacrifice of praise. The sacrifice of giving. The sacrifice of submitting to leaders who are following Jesus. The sacrifice...

Join Pastor Stuart for Part 18 in our series, Don't Stop Believin', a sermon series on the Epistle to the Hebrews. Today, we turn to Hebrews 13:1-6 to see what it looks like to have. . . "Lives Shaped by Jesus". In this lesson, we learn: The good news of Jesus shapes the way we live. In what ways? The way we treat others. The way we view marriage and sex. The way we view money.  Therefore, we shou...

Join Pastor Stuart for Part 17 in our series, Don't Stop Believin', a sermon series on the Epistle to the Hebrews. Today, we turn to Hebrews 12:14-29 to learn . . . "With Great Privilege Comes Great Responsibility". In this lesson, we see: Because of the great privileges we have as citizens of Christ’s kingdom, we have great responsibilities. We are to strive for peace and holiness. We are to offe...

Join Pastor Stuart for Part 16 in our series, Don't Stop Believin', a sermon series on the Epistle to the Hebrews. Today, we turn to Hebrews 12:4-13 to better understand the Lord's . . . "Love & Discipline". In this lesson, we learn: God lovingly disciplines his children. God does this so that we will share in his holiness. While discipline is not pleasant, it assures us of God’s love and trai...

Join Pastor Stuart for Part 15 in our series, Don't Stop Believin', a sermon series on the Epistle to the Hebrews. Today, we turn to Hebrews 10:26-12:3 as we see examples of those "Living By Faith" and the ultimate focus of faith in Jesus Christ! In this lesson, we learn we are called to: Live by faith. Living by faith means trusting God in all circumstances. Living by faith leads to obedience. Je...

Join Pastor Stuart for Part 14 in our series, Don't Stop Believin', a sermon series on the Epistle to the Hebrews. Today, we turn to Hebrews 10:1-25 as we examine some momentous reverberations of . . . "Living in Light of Jesus’ Once For All Sacrifice". In this lesson, we learn: The once for all sacrifice of Jesus perfects for all time those who are being sanctified. Because this is true: We have...

Join Pastor Nathan for Part 13 in our series, Don't Stop Believin', a sermon series on the Epistle to the Hebrews. Today, we turn to Hebrews 9:1-28 as we are reminded that the hope of our salvation is in . . . "Nothing But the Blood of Jesus". In this lesson, we learn: There is complete forgiveness of sins in the shed blood of Jesus Christ. So let’s never forget how Jesus, once and for all, secure...

Join Pastor Stuart for Part 12 in our series, Don't Stop Believin', a sermon series on the Epistle to the Hebrews. Today, we turn to Hebrews 8:1-13 as we hear the Good News of the . . . "Better Ministry, Better Covenant, Better Promises". In this lesson, we learn: Jesus is better. The ministry of Jesus is better than the ministry of others. The covenant Jesus mediates is better than the one made w...

Join Pastor Stuart for Part 11 in our series, Don't Stop Believin', a sermon series on the Epistle to the Hebrews. Today, we turn to Hebrews 7:1-28 as we hear the Good News of . . . "Our Perfect, Forever Priest". In this lesson, we learn: Melchizedek is an interesting and mysterious character, but he is not the focus; Jesus is! Melchizedek’s priesthood is greater than the Levitical priesthood. God...

Join Pastor Stuart for Part 10 in our series, Don't Stop Believin', a sermon series on the Epistle to the Hebrews. Today, we turn to Hebrews 6:11-20 as we hear a hopeful message of . . . "Strong Encouragement". In this lesson, we learn: We have strong encouragement to hold fast to the certain hope set before us in Christ. It is impossible for God to lie. God has not only promised blessing, he also...

Join Pastor Stuart for Part 9 in our series, Don't Stop Believin', a sermon series on the Epistle to the Hebrews. Today, we turn to Hebrews 6:4-12 as we hear a stark warning of . . . "The Danger of Apostasy". In this lesson, we learn: It is impossible for those who apostatize from Christ to be restored to repentance. To commit apostasy is to abandon and renunciate Jesus. Apostasy and backsliding m...

Join Pastor Nathan as we turn to the book of Obadiah to look at . . . "A Case Study on Rejecting the Lord". In this lesson, we see a nation that rejects God and we are thereby encouraged to . . . Do not reject the blessings of Christ. You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net . Find us on social media at @WPCSumter.

Join Pastor Stuart for Part 8 in our series, Don't Stop Believin', a sermon series on the Epistle to the Hebrews. Today, we turn to Hebrews 5:9-6:3 as we hear an exhortation to . . . "Go On to Maturity". In this lesson, we learn: God calls us to maturity in Christ. Because this is true, we have a responsibility to: Start where we are, but not stay where we are. Grow in discernment. Be on guard aga...

Join Pastor Stuart for the seventh part in our series, Don't Stop Believin', a sermon series on the Epistle to the Hebrews. Today, we turn to Hebrews 4:14-5:10 as we take a closer look at . . . "Our Great High Priest". In this lesson, we learn: Jesus is our great high priest. He is appointed to this position by God the Father. He has been perfected in this role. He sympathizes with our weaknesses....

Join Pastor Stuart for the sixth lesson in our series, Don't Stop Believin', a sermon series on the Epistle to the Hebrews. Today, we examine Hebrews 3:3:7-4:13 as we learn learn the how to . . . "Deal with Unbelief Today". In this lesson, we learn: Today is the day to deal with unbelief. Unbelief is what keeps people from God’s rest. God’s promise of rest is fulfilled only in Jesus. Therefore, we...

Join Pastor Stuart for the fifth lesson in our series, Don't Stop Believin', a sermon series on the Epistle to the Hebrews. Today, we examine Hebrews 3:1-14 as we learn about . . . "The Problem of Drift". In this lesson, we learn: We need to beware of an unbelieving, hard heart caused by the deceitfulness of sin. Three ways we can guard against unbelief and hardness of heart:  Focus on Jesus. Hold...

Join Pastor Nathan for the fourth lesson in our series, Don't Stop Believin', a sermon series on the Epistle to the Hebrews. In this lesson, we examine Hebrews 2:14-18 as we learn about . . . "Our Humble High Priest". In this lesson, we learn: Salvation is found in the merciful and faithful love of Jesus. So, by the work of the Spirit, let us look to our merciful and faithful brother, our High Pri...

Join Pastor Stuart as we continue in our new series, Don't Stop Believin', a sermon series on the Epistle to the Hebrews. In this third lesson, we examine Hebrews 2:5-13 as we see that . . . "Your Destiny Awaits". In this lesson, we learn: Part of the mission of Jesus is to restore people to their God-given destiny. The Son of God assumed human nature to fulfill our destiny so he could restore us...

Join Pastor Stuart as we continue in our new series, Don't Stop Believin', a sermon series on the Epistle to the Hebrews. In our second lesson, we examine Hebrews 1:1-2:4 as we learn about . . . "The Problem of Drift". In this lesson, we learn: Give close attention to the message of Jesus lest you drift away. If messages given by angels should be heeded, how much more should we heed the message of...

Join Pastor Stuart as we begin our new series, Don't Stop Believin', a sermon series on the Epistle to the Hebrews. In our first lesson, we turn to Hebrews 1:1-4 as we learn about . . . "The Culmination of Revelation". In this lesson, we see: Jesus is the culmination of God’s revelation to us. If the truth from God through the prophets is important, how much more vital is the truth found in God’s...

Join Pastor Stuart as we conclude our series, Dark Side of the Mind, a sermon series on dealing with the "dark emotions" (anger, anxiety, depression, envy, guilt, and shame). In this final lesson, we turn to the Apostle Paul's Letter to the Colossians 3:1-4 as we learn about having a . . . "Christ-Centered Mindfulness". In this lesson, we are encouraged to: Remember your status in Christ. Set your...

Join Pastor Stuart as we move toward the end of our series, Dark Side of the Mind, a sermon series on dealing with the "dark emotions" (anger, anxiety, depression, envy, guilt, and shame). In this seventh lesson, we turn to various passages in the Old and New Testament as we here an encouragement on . . . "Minding Our Shame". In this lesson, we see: In one way or another, shame affects everyone. S...