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FaithWestwood UMC02-23-2025 - Greatest Love Songs - At Last1 Corinthians 13:4-8a
Above all, the kind of love that we are invited to strive for in all of our relationships is agape love, God’s unconditional love. The Apostle Paul speaks to the Corinthians about this unconditional love that never ends! Our greatest love playlist concludes, At Last!2025-02-2223 min
FaithWestwood UMC02-16-2025 - Greatest Love Songs - You've Got A FriendJohn 15:9-17
The Greek word for love of friends is philia. Jesus speaks to his disciples about the kind of love that helps them to remain and/or to abide in him! How can we strengthen our friendship love with Jesus and with others?2025-02-1527 min
FaithWestwood UMC02-09-2025 - Greatest Love Songs - Truly, Madly, DeeplySong of Songs 8:6-7
Passionate love, or eros love, certainly has its place, yet what does the Bible have to say about this? Hear passages from Song of Songs and learn more about this love described in so many songs.2025-02-0825 min
FaithWestwood UMC02-02-2025 - Greatest Love Songs - Gift Of LoveRomans 12:9-21
As we explore the gift of love in our lives, we will focus on storge love, the love of family. How can we best demonstrate our love for those members of our immediate family as well as extended family members?2025-02-0120 min
FaithWestwood UMC01-26-2025 - Re>imagine - ReimagineMicah 6:1-8
The prophet Micah declares a truth bomb for God’s people about what the LORD requires of us! Think about our time spent here and now as Christians. What has God done for us? And what is God calling us to do in the future?2025-01-2527 min
FaithWestwood UMC01-19-2025 - Re>imagine - ReviveMatthew 13:1-9 (18-23)
Jesus tells the Parable of the Sower and how different soils receive the seed (the Word of God). There are things that you have to do before your “soil” gets too dry. What is the current condition of your soil? How will you receive the Word of God this year?2025-01-2224 minFaithWestwood UMC01-12-2025 - Re>Imagine - RedeemLuke 3:15-17, 21-22
As Jesus was baptized in the Jordan River by John the Baptist, his public ministry is about to begin! How do you and I claim baptism as the “outward sign of an inward grace” for our lives, and especially in this New Year?2025-01-1222 min
FaithWestwood UMC01-05-2025 - Re-imagine# RedreamMatthew 2:1-12 with the Wesleyan Covenant Service
Re>Imagine: Redream
Navigation systems say, “Recalculating…” or “Reroute!” The wise guys sought the Christ-child, and then they had to go home by another route. How is the Spirit leading us in the New Year to dream for the future – our own as well as the church?2025-01-0525 min
FaithWestwood UMC12-29-2024 - Prepare The Way - Bonus MessageLuke 2:21-40 & 41-52
As we continue to celebrate Christmas, we hear childhood stories of Jesus remembering when Jesus was circumcised on the eighth day, when he was presented in the temple, and even when he was found at his Father’s house. These foundational stories help to shape how Jesus “grew in wisdom and stature, in favor with God and man.” How might we remember our foundation of faith as we finish this year well and prepare the way for a New Year?2024-12-2926 minFaithWestwood UMC12-22-2024 - Prepare The Way - LoveLuke 1:57-66 & 67-80
John the Baptist is born and named. As Zechariah’s tongue is set free, he praises the Lord “because he has come to his people and redeemed them.” God’s redemption comes to us because of His great love! In these days before Christmas Eve, how can we be inspired to prepare the way for love?2024-12-2325 min
FaithWestwood UMC12-08-2024 - Prepare The Way - PeaceLuke 1:26-38
The angel Gabriel reveals to Mary about the “holy one to be born” to her. Mary’s faith responds, “I am the Lord’s servant, may your word to me be fulfilled.” She found peace with this amazing news! Even in our day, how can we be inspired to prepare the way for peace?2024-12-0821 min
FaithWestwood UMC12-01-2024 - Prepare The Way - HopeLuke 1:5-25
As Advent begins with the birth of John the Baptist being foretold, we prepare the way for Hope to arrive! As we hear Zechariah and Elizabeth’s story, we hear the angel’s words of hope that that their son will “make ready a people prepared for the Lord.” In this Advent journey, how can we be inspired to prepare the way for hope?2024-12-0122 minFaithWestwood UMC11-24-2024 - Gratitude - Daily GratitudeMatthew 6:19-21
Jesus shares in the Sermon on the Mount about storing up treasures in heaven. What do we find in our storehouses? The third part of our vision statement is to be a daily disciple – what does this mean and how might we insert daily gratitude into the stewardship of our gifts?2024-11-2424 minFaithWestwood UMC11-17-2024 - Gratitude - Daring GratitudeMark 12:41-44
Jesus lifts up a widow who put in everything she had into the treasury. What does it mean to share “all that we are” and “all that we have”? The second part of our vision statement is to be a daring disciple – what does this mean and how might we insert daring gratitude into the stewardship of our gifts?2024-11-1822 minFaithWestwood UMC11-10-2024 - Gratitude - Deep GratitudeMark 12:28-34
Jesus says that the most important commandment is to love God with one’s whole being, and we are called to do likewise. The first part of our vision statement is to be a deep disciple – what does this mean and how might we insert deep gratitude into the stewardship of our gifts?2024-11-1824 min
FaithWestwood UMC11-03-2024 - Gratitude - Saintly GratitudeRevelation 21:1-6
The vision in Revelation reveals “a new heaven and a new earth” and casts a vision for God and people to dwell together. How might we give thanks and insert saintly gratitude for those who labored before us?2024-11-0419 minFaithWestwood UMC10-27-2024 - Gratitude - Hopeful GratitudeEzekiel 37:1-14
As the Spirit led Ezekiel to a vision of dry bones, he is invited to prophesy to those bones to hear the Word of the LORD who will give them breath! In what areas are we experiencing “dry bones” and needing the Spirit’s breath? How might we insert hopeful gratitude for the future?2024-10-2725 min
FaithWestwood UMC10-20-2024 - Gifted - Great Power Of GodActs 8:9-25
As the apostles were performing miracles and healing, Simon the Sorcerer believes and is baptized, yet he seeks the Spirit’s power for his own purposes. How do we keep our hearts in the right place to share in Christ’s ministry?2024-10-2025 min
FaithWestwood UMC10-13-2024 - Gifted - Walking, Jumping and Praising GodActs 3:1-10
Peter and John encounter a man who was lame from birth. The man was begging, yet Peter offers what he has, in the name of Jesus Christ. The man is healed! How do we offer the gifts that we have when needed most?2024-10-1325 minFaithWestwood UMC10-06-2024 - Gifted - Love Is IndispensibleLove is Indispensable
1 Corinthians 12:31b –13:13
The Apostle Paul shows the most excellent way to be the body of Christ: recognizing God’s unconditional love that never fails!
How does love inspire us to use our gifts to glorify God through Jesus Christ?2024-10-0720 minFaithWestwood UMC09-29-2024 - Gifted - Bonus Message09-29-2024 - Gifted - Bonus Message by FaithWestwood UMC2024-10-0218 min
FaithWestwood UMC09-22-2024 - Gifted - Unity & Diversity1 Corinthians 12:13-31a
The Apostle Paul continues to speak to the Corinthian church about how one body has many parts, and so it is with Christ! How can the body of Christ recognize each part so that there is unity in the body?2024-09-2527 minFaithWestwood UMC09-08-2024 - Gifted - Concerning Spiritual Gifts1 Corinthians 12:1-11
The Apostle Paul informs the early Church about spiritual gifts. There are different kinds of gifts but the same Spirit distributes them. What are these spiritual gifts, and how can we use them today?2024-09-0921 min
FaithWestwood UMC09-01-2024 - 1045am Word and Song WorshipOn this Labor Day, may we join our hearts together in Word & Song, remembering that we are called to serve Jesus Christ every day!
Scripture: Matt. 4:18-22; Matt. 8:18-22; Matt. 9:9-13; Matt. 9:35-38; Matt. 10:1-82024-09-0512 minFaithWestwood UMC09-01-2024 - 9am Word and Song WorshipOn this Labor Day, may we join our hearts together in Word & Song, remembering that we are called to serve Jesus Christ every day!
Scripture: Matt. 4:18-22; Matt. 8:18-22; Matt. 9:9-13; Matt. 9:35-38; Matt. 10:1-82024-09-0511 min
FaithWestwood UMC08-18-2024 - I AM…The True VineJohn 15:1-9
As Jesus proclaims that he is the True Vine, he reminds his followers about being pruned to bear more fruit. If Jesus is the vine, and his followers are the branches, then they must remain in him and in his love. How can we, as Jesus’ disciples, bear much fruit to the glory of God?2024-08-1920 minFaithWestwood UMC08-18-2024 - Promises, Part II...I Am the Unnamed FaithfulHebrews 11:32-40
The author of Hebrews recounts the names of those who were commended for their faith yet did not receive what had been promised. Wait, what?! How can we live into the promises of “something better” that God has planned?2024-08-1921 minFaithWestwood UMC08-11-2024 - Promises, Part I...I Am Shadrach, Meshach & AbednegoDaniel 3:1-18
Daniel’s friends would not worship the gods of the Babylonian King, and so they were thrown into the fiery furnace. How do we believe in God’s promises to walk with us through the fires in life?2024-08-1323 minFaithWestwood UMC08-11-2024 - I AM…The Way, Truth & LifeJohn 14:1-7
When the disciples were anxious and fearful about his departure from them, Jesus tries to give them encouragement, reminding them that he is the Way, Truth, and Life. How might we follow Jesus to the cross and beyond?2024-08-1317 min
FaithWestwood UMC08-04-2024 - Servanthood…I Am Baruch & I Am PhoebeJeremiah 36:1-9 & Romans 16:1-2
In the Old Testament, Baruch served in a very important role as Jeremiah’s scribe. In the New Testament, Phoebe is lifted up as a deacon, benefactor, and servant of the church. How might these witnesses inspire our servanthood?2024-08-0523 minFaithWestwood UMC08-04-2024 - I AM…The Resurrection & The LifeJohn 11:25-44
Lazarus’ death deeply grieves his sisters, Mary and Martha, and even Jesus. When confronted, Jesus declares that he is the resurrection and the life and later raises Lazarus from the dead. How might we claim this resurrection spirit and be raised to new life?2024-08-0518 minFaithWestwood UMC07-28-2024 - I AM...The Good ShepherdJohn 10:11-18
Jesus declares that the Good Shepherd lays down his life for the sheep who know him. Hired hands run away in times of danger and don’t care for the sheep like the shepherd. Today, how can we, like sheep, listen to the Shepherd’s voice and claim Jesus as the Good Shepherd?2024-07-3018 minFaithWestwood UMC07-28-2024 - Courage...I Am Nathan2 Samuel 12:1-14
King David sinned, and the LORD sent Nathan to speak the truth in love to David. As he utilizes a parable to tell this story, David is convicted of the truth, confesses, and repents. How can we claim courage to speak the truth in love to those that we love as well as to repent of our sin?2024-07-3022 minFaithWestwood UMC07-21-2024 - I AM...The GateJohn 10:1-10
As Jesus speaks to the Pharisees, he describes how the one who enters by the gate is the shepherd of the sheep! This figure of speech escaped the religious leaders, yet Jesus’ proclamation of being the Gate for the sheep is a powerful one. How might we claim this gate and the abundant (full) life that Jesus offers?2024-07-2215 minFaithWestwood UMC07-21-2024 - Trust…I Am Hannah1 Samuel 1:9-20
During her time of worship, Hannah wept and prayed for the LORD to bless her with a child. Her encounter with Eli the Priest allows her to name her pain and hopes. How do we trust in God with all of our hopes and fears?2024-07-2223 minFaithWestwood UMC07-14-2024 - I Am...The Light Of The WorldJohn 8:12-20
Jesus boldly proclaims that he is the Light of the World in contrast to religious leaders who would challenge him. How can we follow Christ today so that we never walk in darkness and claim the light of life?2024-07-1520 minFaithWestwood UMC07-14-2024 - Renunciation: I Am HamanEsther 3:1-13
In Esther, we experience hatred, prejudice, and even religious persecution. Haman’s plans to destroy the Jews are thwarted by Queen Esther. How do we continue to “renounce the spiritual forces of wickedness” in this world?2024-07-1522 minFaithWestwood UMC07-07-2024 - I AM...The Bread Of LifeJohn 6:25-35
The multitudes looked for Jesus after they were fed bread and fish, yet Jesus invites them to work for the food that endures to eternal life. They want this bread! How can we believe in Jesus who is the Bread of Life?2024-07-0816 minFaithWestwood UMC07-07-2024 - Beginnings: I Am RahabJoshua 2:1-14
Before God’s people enter the Promised Land, Rahab helps the spies sent by Joshua and asks for kindness in return. Rahab believed that God’s hand was at work, and so she becomes a part of God’s amazing story. What risks might we take to experience new beginnings in the name of God?2024-07-0819 min
FaithWestwood UMC06-30-2024 - Deep Dive - God Is A Friend Forever!John 19:38 – 20:2
Inspired by this year’s VBS, take a Deep Dive as we remember when Jesus raised Lazarus from the dead. How does this inspire us to be raised to new life?2024-07-0127 min
FaithWestwood UMC06-23-2024 - Deep Dive - God Is A Friend We Can Trust!Mark 4:35-41 (NIV)
Inspired by this year’s VBS, take a Deep Dive! Jesus calms a storm and amazes the disciples. How can we learn to trust in Jesus through the storms of life?2024-06-2425 minFaithWestwood UMC06 - 16 - 2024 Deep Dive - God Is A Friend For Everyone!Celebrate this year’s Scuba Vacation Bible School with songs, scripture, and lessons!2024-06-1718 min
FaithWestwood UMC06-09-2024 - Deep Dive - God Is A Friend Who Loves!Jonah 3:10 - 4:11 (NIV)
Inspired by this year’s VBS, take a Deep Dive and explore the story of Jonah. We can remember that God loves us, even when we try to run away!2024-06-1020 min
FaithWestwood UMC06-02-2024 - Five Secrets...Legacy (Give More Than You Take)Acts 4:32-37 (NIV) / As the early Church was growing in numbers and boldness, the believers began to live with generosity. These Christians not only shared Christ, they shared their resources with those in need. Learn the final Secret #5 and consider how we might leave a legacy of generosity for future generations?2024-06-0319 minFaithWestwood UMC05-26-2024 - Five Secrets - Crossroads (Leave No Regrets)Acts 7:51-60 (NIV) / When the apostle Stephen spoke boldly about faith in the Righteous One, they stoned him to death, and he became the first Christian martyr. There are times in our lives when we come to crossroads and must make important decisions. Learn Secret #4 and reflect on how can we make Spirit-filled decisions so that we can live without regrets.2024-05-2725 minFaithWestwood UMC05-19-2024 - Five Secrets - Bliss (Live The Moment)Acts 2:1-12 (NIV) / The apostles waited patiently for the Holy Spirit’s arrival. On the Day of Pentecost, they were filled with the Spirit which enabled them to speak many languages to the people gathered in Jerusalem. Learn Secret #3 to allow the Spirit to move and to celebrate the special moments of bliss in our lives.2024-05-2022 minFaithWestwood UMC05-12-2024 - Five Secrets - Enough (Become Love)John 14:15-21 (NIV) / Jesus shares precious moments with his disciples, reminding them how they must love one another. As we celebrate Festival of the Christian Home / Mother’s Day, may we remember the gift of love as a building block for our lives. Secret #2: truly, love is enough!2024-05-1318 minFaithWestwood UMC05-05-2024 - Five Secrets - Easy Button (Be True To Yourself)Class of 2024 Graduation Celebration
Easy Button (Be True to Yourself)
John 20:19-31 (NIV) / Before Thomas can believe in the Risen Christ, he must see Jesus with his own eyes. If only there was an easy button for believing where we have not yet seen. Learn Secret #1 to live out faith with our authentic self.2024-05-0629 min
FaithWestwood UMC04-28-2024 - Change The World...Look At UsActs 3:1-10 / As we celebrate Confirmation Sunday, remember how Peter & John say, “Look at us” to a lame beggar before offering what they have, healing! The people were filled with wonder and amazement! May we celebrate what Jesus is doing in our lives and Change the World for him!2024-04-3026 minFaithWestwood UMC04-21-2024 - Change The World...Look AroundActs 2:42-47 / Those first believers devoted themselves to practices that grounded them in their faith. They were able to look around and to identify the needs of others, and the Lord added to their number daily. Today, if we look around our world, what do we see, and how can we Change the World one action at a time?2024-04-2222 min
FaithWestwood UMC04-14-2024 - Change The World...Look UpActs 1:1-11 / As Jesus prepares to ascend to heaven, he blesses the disciples and reminds them of their purpose. They get called out for looking into the sky instead of getting on with their mission. What tasks are before us as Christians today to Change the World?2024-04-1521 minFaithWestwood UMC04-07-2024 - Change The World...Look OutwardChange the World: Look Outward
Matthew 28:16-20 / Jesus commissions the disciples to “Go” into the world, reminding them of the tasks before them: making disciples, baptizing, and teaching Jesus’ commandments. How does the Great Commission inspire us to Change the World?2024-04-1024 min
FaithWestwood UMC03-24-2024 - Go...Jesus Enters JerusalemMark 11:1-11 / Jesus instructs his disciples to “go” to prepare his way to enter Jerusalem. When he enters as a humble King, the people respond with “Hosanna!” How are you entering into this Holy Week and recognizing Jesus the King?2024-03-2423 minFaithWestwood UMC03-17-2024 - Go...Jesus SummonsMark 10:46-52 / When Jesus summons a blind man, he experiences healing and is invited to “go” as his faith has healed him. What the blind man does next has inspired followers of Jesus for generations. Will you follow Jesus too?2024-03-1925 minFaithWestwood UMC03-10-2024 - Go...Jesus FeedsMark 6:30-44 / When Jesus was teaching a large crowd, it was time to feed them, and Jesus instructed the disciples to “go and see” how many loaves they had to give them. Are you prepared to be fed by Jesus? And will you choose to help feed others?2024-03-1024 minFaithWestwood UMC03-03-2024 - Go...Jesus FreesLuke 8:40-56 / Jesus frees a woman from a disorder and invites her to “go in peace,” and then Jesus frees a child from the arms of death. How has Jesus freed you from that which is binding you?2024-03-0421 minFaithWestwood UMC02-25-2024 - Go...Jesus ForgivesMark 2:1-12 / Jesus forgives and heals a paralyzed man telling him to “go home.” In response, the people were amazed. In what ways is Jesus inviting you to receive forgiveness and healing?2024-02-2622 min
FaithWestwood UMC02-18-2024 - Let It Flow - Full Of The Holy SpiritLuke 4:1-13 /
After his baptism, Jesus was full of the Holy Spirit and led by the Spirit into the wilderness where he was tempted by the devil. These temptations are symbolic and invite us to intentionally reflect on them. As Jesus thirsts, and as we enter into the Lenten season, how might we be thirsting for the Living Water?2024-02-1928 min
FaithWestwood UMC02-11-2024 - Let It Flow - Coming Up Out Of The WaterMark 1:4-11 /
At the baptism of Jesus, the heavens opened, and God’s voice affirmed Jesus as the Beloved Son. How might we live out our baptismal covenant in beloved community with one another? We will take the opportunity to reaffirm our baptismal covenant and to celebrate how we too are beloved.2024-02-1219 min
FaithWestwood UMC02-04-2024 - Let It Flow - When You Pass Through The WatersIsaiah 43:1-13 /
Anticipating the transition from old covenant to the new covenant, hear the prophet Isaiah’s words of hope to God’s people who are longing for the Messiah. What trials and challenges might be engulfing you like water or flame and inviting you to walk with faith and confidence?2024-02-0516 min
FaithWestwood UMC12-31-2023 - Rejoice...Rejoice in the Light!12-31-2023 - Rejoice...Rejoice in the Light! by FaithWestwood UMC2024-01-0123 min
FaithWestwood UMC12-24-2023 - Rejoice - Rejoice...At The Manger12-24-2023 - Rejoice - Rejoice...At The Manger by FaithWestwood UMC2024-01-0121 min
FaithWestwood UMC11-05-2023 - Lord, Prepare Me: Testimony11-05-2023 - Lord, Prepare Me: Testimony by FaithWestwood UMC2023-11-1017 min
FaithWestwood UMC10-29-2023 - Lord, Prepare Me: MissionaryLuke 10:1-9, 16-17
How might we be called to be a missionary? Hear about Jesus sending out the disciples in Luke 10:1-9, 16-17 and learn about service, mission & ministry in FaithWestwood from a narrative budget perspective.2023-10-3029 minFaithWestwood UMC09-03 -2023 - All Who Labor09-03 -2023 - All Who Labor by FaithWestwood UMC2023-09-0420 min
FaithWestwood UMC08-20-2023 - This & That - Singing & Praising08-20-2023 - This & That - Singing & Praising by FaithWestwood UMC2023-08-2127 min
FaithWestwood UMC08-13-2023 - This & That - Submitting & Resisting08-13-2023 - This & That - Submitting & Resisting by FaithWestwood UMC2023-08-1428 min
FaithWestwood UMC08-06-2023 - This & That - Horses & Ships08-06-2023 - This & That - Horses & Ships by FaithWestwood UMC2023-08-0725 min
FaithWestwood UMC07-30-2023 - This & That - Faith & Deeds07-30-2023 - This & That - Faith & Deeds by FaithWestwood UMC2023-08-0133 min
FaithWestwood UMC07-23-2023 - this & that - Speaking & Acting07-23-2023 - this & that - Speaking & Acting by FaithWestwood UMC2023-07-2433 min
FaithWestwood UMC07-16-2023 - This And That - Listening & Doing07-16-2023 - This And That - Listening & Doing by FaithWestwood UMC2023-07-1731 minFaithWestwood UMC06-25-2023 - The Mantle Is Passed06-25-2023 - The Mantle Is Passed by FaithWestwood UMC2023-06-2929 minFaithWestwood UMC12-25-2022 - Christmas Day MessageFaithWestwood Christmas Day message from Pastor Steve Todd.2023-01-0209 min
FaithWestwood UMC11-13-2022 - Love My Church - Why We Need To Stick Together In 20231 Corinthians 1:10-15
A potentially divisive decision is around the corner for FaithWestwood. Pastor Steve wants to share why he believes it’s important that we stick together in the coming year. We are part of something bigger than ourselves. In the same way, the Apostle Paul said to the church in Corinth, “I appeal to you, brothers and sisters, . . . that there be no divisions among you.”2022-11-1425 min
FaithWestwood UMC11-06-2022 - Love My Church - Thank God For This Faith FamilyPhilippians 1:3-11
Why do you thank God for FaithWestwood? Because of all the ways we serve the community? Or maybe because it’s helping you become a deep, daring, daily disciple. It could be for showing you how to be a BLESS friend. Maybe it’s about all the great friendships you’ve made. Why do you thank God for FaithWestwood?2022-11-0721 min
FaithWestwood UMC04-10-2022 - Time To Clean God's HouseMatthew 21:1-17
On Palm Sunday we remember Jesus’s donkey ride into Jerusalem. The people laid down their coats before him, waving tree branches and shouting “Hosanna!” Then Jesus walked into the Temple courtyard, knocked over the money tables, and sent the buyers and sellers out of God’s house.
Jesus could get rough with religious people – conservative and liberal alike. By the way, on this Sunday one of our guests at FaithWestwood will be a real donkey. Come and see!2022-04-1028 min
FaithWestwood UMC11-14-2021 Love My Church's VisionEphesians 4:11-16
To become deep, daring, daily disciples
A vision is a picture of our future. It raises our sites above what we are to what we could become. A strong vision inspires us to passionately pursue that future. At the core of FaithWestwood’s vision is our statement “To become deep, daring, daily disciples.” On this Sunday, Pastor Steve Todd will fill out the bigger picture of what our future together could look like. If you call FaithWestwood home, this is a Sunday you won’t want to miss.2021-11-1429 min
FaithWestwood UMCLove My Invitational ChurchJohn 1:40-46
One day Philip, a new disciple, told his friend Nathanael about Jesus. Nathanael was skeptical, so Philip’s invitation was simple, “Come and see.” In other words, Check it out. Meet Jesus for yourself. At FaithWestwood we want to help you be winsome in your life as a disciple. Let people into your life, and God will give you an opportunity to invite them to take the next step. What do you love about being invitational? And what scares you?2021-09-2027 min
FaithWestwood UMCLove My Generational Church2 Timothy 1:1-4
What is unique about FaithWestwood? It might be our value of bringing the generations together. But it’s nothing new. Psalm 145:4 prays, “One generation commends your works to another.” God wants to see his family come together: young children, young adults, older students, middle-agers, and senior citizens (pick your own category). What do you love about connecting the generations?2021-08-2931 min
FaithWestwood UMCLove My Practical ChurchLuke 6:46-49
Many of you love how FaithWestwood focuses on connecting the Bible to everyday life. Having a practical faith means putting God’s Word into practice. It means letting scripture impact how we live the other 167 hours of the week. Jesus told us to get practical by building our lives on him and his words, by obeying him and serving each other. What do you love about being part of a practical church?2021-08-2230 min
FaithWestwood UMCLove My Relational ChurchPhilemon 1:1-7
What do you look for in a church home? At the top of the list might be a caring community. We seek a healthy faith family where we bring out the best in each other. Since it began, FaithWestwood has been a relational church. We value the friendships that form in groups and in serving together. What do you love about being in a relational church?2021-08-1529 min
FaithWestwood UMCGive Cheerfully - November 1, 20202 Corinthians 9:1-8
Many of you at FaithWestwood give sacrificially, but as a church, we don’t want that sacrifice to be motivated by guilt. We don’t want anyone to feel pushed or cajoled. God’s plan for us is that we would discover great satisfaction when we give – from the heart, with humility, and with joy. And we rejoice, knowing we can trust God for all our needs.2020-11-0143 min
FaithWestwood UMCHow Jesus's People Pray For Their Country - July 5, 2020July 5, 2020
After the fireworks have silenced and the smoke had cleared, we'll pray for this nation just as Jesus's people always have. On July 5, we'll witness an amazing conversation among a few of the FaithWestwood faithful, and we'll learn how to pray for this nation. We'll pray that God's kingdom may come and all people may prosper.2020-07-0547 min
FaithWestwood UMCLord, I’m A Mess - March 22, 2020March 22, 2020
Join us for worship with Pianist David Gerard and a message from Pastor Steve from Psalm 32
Sin carries consequences. It’s in every page of the Bible. We may deny our sins -- we can try to hide them. But as Numbers 32:23 says, “Your sin will find you out.” And yet we also see over and over that God forgives those who acknowledge their faults, failures, and flaws. What better reason could there be to sing to the Lord than this, “You forgave the guilt of my sin”?
If one way you worship is through giving, click FaithWestwood.com/give to gi2020-03-2229 min
FaithWestwood UMC20 20 Vision -- BLESS, Wherever We Go! - Janaury 5, 2020January 5, 2020
Last words have power. And Jesus's last words are still important today, wherever we go. His last words have been vital in building the universal church. His followers throughout the ages have been motivated by the great commission too. Jesus's words influenced those who find FaithWestwood and those who continue on this mission.2020-01-1426 minFaithWestwood UMCThanksgiving Eve Service 2019 - November 27, 2019November 27, 2019
Message from the 2019 Thanksgiving Eve service by FaithWestwood member Brian Havens2019-12-0317 min
FaithWestwood UMCTogether In Giving & Receiving - November 10, 2019November 10, 2019
Every high-achieving team gets buy-in. The players buy in to the coaches and their vision. They buy in to their identity as a team. Every practice, every game, they sacrifice for one another, laying it all on the line. That's when the team moves steadily forward. FaithWestwood is God's team. Buy-in means coming together in giving and receiving, laying it all on the line for the team.2019-11-1227 min
FaithWestwood UMCAren't The Bible Manuscripts Full Of Copy Errors? - September 1, 2019Aren't The Bible Manuscripts Full Of Copy Errors? - September 1, 2019 by FaithWestwood UMC2019-09-0424 min
FaithWestwood UMCTeammates For The Cause - August 4, 2019Teammates For The Cause - August 4, 2019 by FaithWestwood UMC2019-08-0628 min
FaithWestwood UMCGuard Your Godly Reputation - July 21, 2019Guard Your Godly Reputation - July 21, 2019 by FaithWestwood UMC2019-07-2328 min
FaithWestwood UMCFOR THE TEAM - Partners In The Gospel - January 3, 2019January 3, 2019
Nothing brightens the heart of a coach like players who buy into the team. They do more than show up. They believe in the team. They believe in each other. They share a common vision. They strive for common goals. They lay it on the line every practice, every game. Because they’re teammates, partners.
At FaithWestwood we count each other as teammates. We’re partners in the gospel. And now, it’s game time.2019-02-0627 minFaithWestwood UMCThanksgiving Eve Message - November 21, 2018November 21, 2018
Message on self-forgiveness by FaithWestwood member Katie Snyder2018-11-2716 min
FaithWestwood UMCStudent Mission Sunday - July 15, 2018Student Mission Sunday - July 15, 2018 by FaithWestwood UMC2018-07-1737 min
FaithWestwood UMCGood Friday 2018 - March 30, 2018Good Friday 2018 - March 30, 2018 by FaithWestwood UMC2018-04-0316 min
FaithWestwood UMCMaundy Thursday 2018Maundy Thursday 2018 by FaithWestwood UMC2018-04-0315 min
FaithWestwood UMCI Am Happiest When Life Ceases To Be All About Me - December 31, 2017I Am Happiest When Life Ceases To Be All About Me - December 31, 2017 by FaithWestwood UMC2018-01-0421 min
FaithWestwood UMCFamily Sunday - October 22, 2017October 22, 2017
A special interview with the Family Ministry Staff at FaithWestwood about how we can invest in the next generation of the Church.2017-10-2427 min
FaithWestwood UMCSamson And Delilah - May 28, 2017May 28, 2017
Message given by FaithWestwood member Jason Buss2017-06-0625 min
FaithWestwood UMCUnless People Pray - March 12, 2017Unless People Pray - March 12, 2017 by FaithWestwood UMC2017-03-1424 min
FaithWestwood UMCA Hope worth Sharing - November 13, 2016Here’s what FaithWestwood is not. We’re not a pay-to-play place. We’re not a place where you show up on Sundays, get a jolt of religious Red Bull to energize you, and then pay whatever it’s worth.
Here’s what FaithWestwood is. We’re a community that belongs to Jesus. We’re shaped by Jesus. We’re sent by Jesus. We’re always ready to share his gospel of hope. We pray daily, give daringly, care deeply. We try to see people the way God sees them and let the bold love of the Holy Spirit guide us from there.2016-11-1530 min