Posts with the category “this-week”

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This Week: Dec. 15 - 21
December 15th, 2024
This week’s sermon reflected on Luke 2:15-20, highlighting the shepherds' role in the Nativity story. These overlooked and underestimated figures responded to God’s invitation with hope and curiosity,...  Read More
by Michael Wailes
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This Week: Dec. 8 - 14
December 8th, 2024
This week’s sermon centered on Luke 2:8-14, where the angels deliver a message of "great joy" to the shepherds. As we journey through Advent, we are reminded that joy is not fleeting happiness but a d...  Read More
by Michael Wailes
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This Week: Dec. 1 - 7
December 1st, 2024
This week, we began our Advent series with Luke 2:1-7, reflecting on Mary and Joseph’s journey to Bethlehem. Their road trip was not only a logistical challenge but a profound act of faith amid a worl...  Read More
by Michael Wailes
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This Week: Nov. 24 - 30
November 24th, 2024
This week’s sermon explored Acts 18:1-6, 24-26, spotlighting Priscilla, a key figure in the early church. Despite cultural norms, Priscilla’s leadership, teaching, and dedication to spreading the gosp...  Read More
by Michael Wailes
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This Week: Nov. 17 - 23
November 17th, 2024
In this week’s sermon, we reflect on 1 Kings 17:1-7, where Elijah demonstrates the power of listening to God’s guidance in times of challenge and uncertainty. Elijah’s faithfulness and ability to hear...  Read More
by Michael Wailes
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This Week: Nov. 10 - 16
November 10th, 2024
In this week’s sermon, we delve into Judges 16:4-12, exploring the complex relationship between Samson and Delilah. This story reveals the danger of relying solely on one’s strength and highlights how...  Read More
by Michael Wailes
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This Week: Nov. 3 - 9
November 3rd, 2024
This week’s sermon examines Genesis 25:21-28, where we encounter the story of Jacob and Esau, two brothers whose rivalry and differing personalities illustrate the complexity of family relationships. ...  Read More
by Michael Wailes
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This Week: Oct. 27 - Nov. 2
October 27th, 2024
In this week’s sermon, we explore Genesis 18:1-15, where God visits Abraham and promises that Sarah will have a child, a promise met with disbelief and laughter. Sarah’s reaction reflects human pragma...  Read More
by Michael Wailes
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This Week: Oct. 20 - Oct. 26
October 20th, 2024
In this week's sermon, we explored Genesis 6:11-22, where Noah is instructed by God to build an ark. The story isn’t just about animals and a boat; it’s a powerful lesson on obedience, faith, and God’...  Read More
by Michael Wailes
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This Week: Oct. 13 - Oct. 21
October 13th, 2024
In this week’s sermon, we explored John 4:5-26, the story of Jesus’ encounter with the Samaritan woman at the well. Through this conversation, Jesus offers her “living water,” symbolizing the eternal ...  Read More
by Michael Wailes
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This Week: Oct. 6 - Oct. 12
October 6th, 2024
In this week’s sermon, based on Luke 8:4-15, we explored the Parable of the Sower. Jesus uses this parable to illustrate the different ways people receive God’s Word, highlighting the importance of tr...  Read More
by Michael Wailes
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This Week: Sept. 29 - Oct. 5
September 29th, 2024
This week’s sermon, based on Luke 16:10-13, focused on the importance of faithfulness in the small aspects of our lives. Jesus teaches that how we handle little things reveals our ability to handle gr...  Read More
by Michael Wailes
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This Week: Sept. 22-28
September 22nd, 2024
In this week’s sermon, based on Luke 12:22-31, we’re reminded that life is more than material concerns. Jesus encourages us not to worry about food, clothing, or possessions, using the example of God ...  Read More
by Michael Wailes
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This Week: Sept. 15-21
September 15th, 2024
In this week's sermon, based on Luke 14:7-14, we explored Jesus' teachings on humility and generosity. Through the Parable of the Wedding Feast, Jesus challenges us to avoid self-promotion and instead...  Read More
by Michael Wailes
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This Week: Sept. 9-14
September 10th, 2024
In the first week of the sermon series, “Distracted Daily,” we explored the Parable of the Prodigal Son from Luke 15:11-20, not just as a story of repentance and return, but also as a cautionary tale ...  Read More
by Michael Wailes