Sermons on Make Disciples (Page 3)
Jesus Christ
We’re all searching for something to believe. Sometimes the search is easy. But sometimes our questions are complicated and what to believe is difficult to determine and even harder to articulate. Join First United Methodist Church for Believe – a new worship series in which we will explore the essential beliefs of the Christian faith and why these beliefs matter. We will examine the truths that give meaning and purpose to life. If you are curious about Christianity, looking for…
Pursue Holy Living
When was the last time you received a hand-written letter from someone? In the Bible, the books 1st and 2nd Timothy are two such personal letters. As he was nearing the end of his life, the Apostle Paul recognized the importance of passing his mission on to the next generation and he offers advice, directions and encouragement to his young disciple, Timothy, and to us. In this series, we take a close look at these treasured letters and their message…
Write Letters
When was the last time you received a hand-written letter from someone? In the Bible, the books 1st and 2nd Timothy are two such personal letters. As he was nearing the end of his life, the Apostle Paul recognized the importance of passing his mission on to the next generation and he offers advice, directions and encouragement to his young disciple, Timothy, and to us. In this series, we take a close look at these treasured letters and their message…
Down to Earth Obedience
Advent is a time of active waiting. It’s a waiting for hope that does justice, a waiting for peace that forgives freely, a waiting for joy that is merciful, a waiting for love that loves your neighbor as yourself. This Advent, we will wait actively. We will do something simple and beautiful every day. Beginning on November 27, stories, scripture and a simple invitation every day will challenge us to respond to God and others with down-to-earth love, humility, lifestyle,…
Down to Earth Humility
Advent is a time of active waiting. It’s a waiting for hope that does justice, a waiting for peace that forgives freely, a waiting for joy that is merciful, a waiting for love that loves your neighbor as yourself. This Advent, we will wait actively. We will do something simple and beautiful every day. Beginning on November 27, stories, scripture and a simple invitation every day will challenge us to respond to God and others with down-to-earth love, humility, lifestyle,…
Down to Earth Love
Advent is a time of active waiting. It’s a waiting for hope that does justice, a waiting for peace that forgives freely, a waiting for joy that is merciful, a waiting for love that loves your neighbor as yourself. This Advent, we will wait actively. We will do something simple and beautiful every day. Beginning on November 27, stories, scripture and a simple invitation every day will challenge us to respond to God and others with down-to-earth love, humility, lifestyle,…
Have a Come to Jesus Meeting
We need people in our lives…people who know us, love us, and remind us of who we really are. Come explore what happens when we let others in…it’s better together. September 25 – Life is Better Together October 2 – Watching Over One Another in Love October 9 – Follow the Leader October 16 – Have a Come to Jesus Meeting What is this sermon about? This sermon is about the value of being connected with each other in small groups. Why is this sermon important?…
Follow the Leader
We need people in our lives…people who know us, love us, and remind us of who we really are. Come explore what happens when we let others in…it’s better together. September 25 – Life is Better Together October 2 – Watching Over One Another in Love October 9 – Follow the Leader October 16 – Have a Come to Jesus Meeting What is this sermon about? This sermon is about our history and the opportunity of being in small groups and how the story of Joseph…
Harvest Time: Sharing a Mission from God
Jesus began one of his most famous parables, “A farmer went out to plant seeds…” He frequently used illustrations from the farm to teach his disciples about growing spiritually, the practices that help us live as disciples of Jesus Christ, and the struggles we face in experiencing the joy of the Christian life. Join First United Methodist Church this fall for Lessons from a Pumpkin Farm. We will study Jesus’ agricultural lessons and other biblical teachings regarding the spiritual life.…
Field of Dreams
Summer blockbusters are here. In this series we will look for themes of faith in some excellent movies. July 17 – The Peanuts Movie July 24 – Field of Dreams What is this sermon about? This sermon is about clarity, vision and living life with purpose illustrated by the movie Field of Dreams. Why is this sermon important? It is important because it is easy to be hesitant about the ways in which God may be calling us. What is…
The Peanuts Movie
Summer blockbusters are here. In this series we will look for themes of faith in some excellent movies. July 17 – The Peanuts Movie July 24 – Field of Dreams What is this sermon about? This sermon is about our identity in Christ and some of the basics of the Christian faith, as illustrated by The Peanuts Movie. Why is this sermon important? It is important because our identity in Christ has an impact in every area of our life.…
A Methodist Loves God
Buildings last because they are built on solid foundations. The same thing is true for our life of faith. Join us in worship this summer as we consider a more intentional life of faith – guided by the writing of John Wesley. July 3 – A Methodist Loves God July 10 – A Methodist Rejoices in God July 31- A Methodist Gives Thanks August 7 – A Methodist Prays Constantly August 14 – A Methodist Loves Others What is this sermon about? This sermon is about…