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Westminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCThat We Might Walk in Newness of Life (Romans 6:1-4)Join Guest Pastor Devin for the twelfth lesson in our series, Walk This Way, about following Jesus.
This week, we turn to Romans 6:1-4 to learn how we . . . "Might Walk in Newness of Life".
In this lesson, we learn:
Believers in union with Christ have been radically changed, we walk with newness in life
Believes have died to sin
Romans 6:2 we have already died
Romans 6:3 we have been baptized into his death
1 Corinthians 10 believers are united with Christ in all things including his death on the cross
Belivers have been raised to life
Romans 6:4...2025-07-221h 13Westminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCWalking CircumspectlyJoin Pastor Stuart for the eleventh lesson in our series, Walk This Way, about following Jesus.
This week, we turn to Ephesians Ephesians 5:15-17 to learn how we . . . "Walk Circumspectly".
In this lesson, we learn:
Followers of Jesus are to walk circumspectly.
Walking circumspectly entails:
Considering how we live in light of God's wisdom.
Aligning our lives to the will of God.
Remembering that time is a gift from God. Dont waste it.
Ultimately, Jesus is our wisdom.
By the work of the Spirit, let's entrust ourselves fully to God's wisdom in Christ.
2025-07-1446 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCWalk as Children of the Light (Ephesians 5:3-14)Join Pastor Stuart for the tenth lesson in our series, Walk This Way, about following Jesus.
This week, we turn to Ephesians Ephesians 5:3-14 to learn how we . . . "Walk as Children of the Light".
In this lesson, we learn:
Followers of Jesus are to walk as children of light.
Walking as children of light entails:
Recognizing our undeservedly bestowed identity as light in the Lord.
Abstaining from works of darkness.
Exposing the works of darkness.
We must always remember: our light is utterly dependent on Christ, who is the Light of the world.
...2025-07-0946 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCWalk in Love (Ephesians 5:1-2)Join Pastor Stuart for the ninth lesson in our series, Walk This Way, about following Jesus.
This week, we turn to Ephesians 5:1-2 to learn how we . . . "Walk in Love".
In this lesson, we learn:
Followers of Jesus are to walk in love.
To do this, we start with the love of God in Christ for us.
Walking in the love God calls us to entails sacrifice.
Walking in sacrificial love is difficult, so we keep relying on Jesus.
So by the power of the Spirit at work in us, let’s continue to gr...2025-06-3045 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCA New Walk (Ephesians 4:17-24)Join Pastor Nathan for the eighth lesson in our series, Walk This Way, about following Jesus.
This week, we turn to Ephesians 4:17-24 to learn about . . . "A New Walk".
In this lesson, we learn:
Walking the way of Jesus requires a mindset framed by Jesus.
So, let our thoughts be framed by Jesus Christ.
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2025-06-2638 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCWalk Worthy (Ephesians 4:1-3)Join Pastor Stuart for the seventh lesson in our series, Walk This Way, about following Jesus.
This week, we turn to Ephesians 4:1-3 to learn about . . . "Walk Worthy".
In this lesson, we learn:
Followers of Christ are to walk worthy of our calling.
In and of ourselves, none of us can live up to this responsibility.
Yet because of Jesus and by the power of the Spirit, we can grow into it.
Walking worthy of our calling in Christ looks like:
Humility
Gentleness
Patience
Bearing with one another in love
Eagerness to maintain unity.
...2025-06-2145 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCWalk in Good Works (Ephesians 2:8-10)Join Pastor Stuart for the sixth lesson in our series, Walk This Way, about following Jesus.
This week, we turn to Ephesians 2:8-10 to learn about . . . "Walk in Good Works".
In this lesson, we learn:
Followers of Jesus walk in good works.
These works do not earn anything from God.
In fact, these works are a part of the gracious salvation God gives us in Christ.
We do these works because we are God’s workmanship, a new creation in Christ.
So by the power of the Spirit, let’s engage in the work God...2025-06-0937 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCWalking in Wisdom with Those Outside the Church (Colossians 4:5-6)Join Pastor Stuart for the fifth lesson in our series, Walk This Way, about following Jesus.
This week, we turn to Colossians 4:5-6 to learn about . . . "Walking in Wisdom with Those Outside the Church".
In this lesson, we learn:
God calls us to walk in wisdom toward those outside the church.
At the very least, this looks like:
Being intentional.
Be gracious in our speech.
Helpful influence.
We can grow in these areas because of Jesus.
So by the work of the Spirit let’s abound in treating others in the wisdom of Christ.
2025-06-0349 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCWalking in the Light (1 John 1:5-10)Join Pastor Stuart for the fourth lesson in our series, Walk This Way, about following Jesus.
This week, we turn to 1 John 1:5-10 to learn about . . . "Walking in the Light".
In this lesson, we learn:
God calls us to walk in the light.
Walking in the light entails at least 3 things:
Responding positively to Jesus.
Admitting and confessing sin.
A desire to be transformed by God’s goodness.
As we walk in the light we will not only have fellowship with God, we will also have fellowship with others in the family of God.
So...2025-05-2646 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCWalking by Faith (2 Corinthians 5:6-7)Join Pastor Stuart for the third lesson in our new series, Walk This Way, about following Jesus.
This week, we turn to 2 Corinthians 5:6-7 to learn about . . . "Walking by Faith".
In this lesson, we learn:
Walking by faith is essential to following Jesus.
To walk by faith is to trust God more than we trust ourselves.
We believe what God says to us because he is trustworthy.
God’s trustworthiness is ultimately demonstrated in Jesus.
So let’s follow Jesus step by step, trusting him all along the way.
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In our second lesson, we turn to Colossians 2:6-7 about . . . "Walking in Him Whom We Have Received".
In this lesson, we learn:
Jesus is the glory of the Christian Life.
So, let's live the entirety of our lives in Jesus.
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2025-05-1533 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCWalking as Jesus Walked (1 John 2:3-6)Join Pastor Stuart as we begin our new series, Walk This Way, about following Jesus.
In our first lesson, we turn to the Apostle John's first letter 2:3-6 to examine . . . "Walking as Jesus Walked".
In this lesson, we learn:
Jesus is not only the Savior we are to trust; he is the model we are to emulate.
This is what it means to “follow Jesus” . . . learning from him and then reflecting him in our actions, attitudes, and words.
Reflecting Jesus is not the condition for knowing him; it is the result of knowing and abid...2025-05-1143 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCJesus: the Way, the Truth, the Life (John 14:1-6)Join Pastor Stuart for the ninth and final lesson in our series, Head Full of Doubt, where we seek to answer the question, "What do we do with doubt?"
Today, we turn again to the Gospel According to John 14:1-6, to see that we all need . . . "Jesus: the Way, the Truth, the Life".
In this lesson, we learn:
Whether we are wrestling with doubt or not, this fact remains: we all need Jesus.
Jesus is the only way to have a right relationship with the God who created us.
Jesus is the truest truth...2025-04-3040 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCConfronting and Conquering our Unbelief (John 20:24-29)Join Pastor Stuart for the eight lesson in our series, Head Full of Doubt, where we seek to answer the question, "What do we do with doubt?"
Today, we turn to the Gospel According to John 20:24-29, to learn about . . . "Confronting and Conquering Our Unbelief".
In this lesson, we learn:
Jesus can confront and even conquer our unbelief.
When true belief is present, we cry out to Jesus, “My Lord and my God!”
When we believe in Christ, even without seeing him, we are promised blessing.
So, don’t succumb to unbelief, but instead believ...2025-04-2248 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCI Believe; Help My Unbelief! (Mark 9:14-29)Join Pastor Stuart for the seventh lesson in our series, Head Full of Doubt, where we seek to answer the question, "What do we do with doubt?"
Today, we turn to the Gospel According to Mark 9:14-29, to hear a father's cry, . . . "I Believe; Help My Unbelief! ".
In this lesson, we learn:
Contrary to what we may think, we can experience both belief and
unbelief simultaneously.
Nevertheless, we are moving toward either deepening faith or distrust.
Whatever direction we are moving, we need Jesus.
Whenever we sense any unbelief within us, let’s cry...2025-04-1535 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCAsking God “Why?” (Psalm 22)Join Pastor Stuart for the sixth lesson in our series, Head Full of Doubt, where we seek to answer the question, "What do we do with doubt?"
Today, we turn to Psalm 22 to find the psalmist . . . "Asking God 'Why?'".
In this lesson, we learn:
Asking God “Why?” is not necessarily doubt or sin.
The “why” of suspicion questions God’s character or wisdom.
The “why” of curiosity desires to learn.
The “why” of bewildered belief trusts God but admits confusion and ignorance.
The “why” of anguish expresses our pain and agony to God.
The type of “why” we as...2025-04-0747 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCTo the Choirmaster, A Psalm of David (Psalm 13:1-6)Join Pastor Nathan for the fifth part in our series, Head Full of Doubt, where we seek to answer the question, "What do we do with doubt?"
In this lesson, we turn to Psalm 13:1-6 to examine a letter . . . "To the Choirmaster, A Psalm of David".
In this lesson, we learn:
We must keep our trust and song in Christ.
So, let's trust in the Lord and sing with joy the salvation of Jesus.
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Join us Sunday Mornings a...2025-04-0238 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCWhen Our Expectations Lead to Doubt (Matthew 11:1-6)Join Pastor Nathan for the next part in our series, Head Full of Doubt, where we seek to answer the question, "What do we do with doubt?"
In this fourth lesson, we turn to Matthew 11:1-6 to answer the question, what do we do . . . "When Our Expectations Lead to Doubt".
In this lesson, we learn:
Jesus is always greater than our expectations.
So, let's look at what Christ has done, and is doing, and set our hopes upon Him.
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2025-03-2437 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCMercy to Those Who Doubt (Jude 20-23)Join Pastor Stuart as for the third lesson in our series, Head Full of Doubt, where we seek to answer the question, "What do we do with doubt?"
In this lesson, we turn to Jude 20-23 to hear about . . . "Mercy to Those Who Doubt".
In this lesson, we learn:
Because God has shown us mercy in Christ Jesus, we show mercy . . . even to those who doubt.
We show mercy to people who doubt in several ways:
We don’t judge or condemn them.
We show kindness, compassion, and care.
We listen.
We help th...2025-03-1739 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCThe Heart of Doubt (James 1:5-8)Join Pastor Stuart as we continue in our new series, Head Full of Doubt, where we seek to answer the question, "What do we do with doubt?"
In this second lesson, we turn to James 1:5-8 to hear about . . . "The Heart of Doubt".
In this lesson, we learn:
The heart of doubt is uncertainty.
Doubt wavers between belief and unbelief which leads us to be double-minded.
A divided mind lacks stability.
Jesus is the answer to our uncertain and double-minded instability.
So, let’s keep going to Jesus to increase our faith.
You ca...2025-03-1539 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCDoubt is Universal (Gen. 17 & Matt. 28)Join Pastor Stuart as we begin our new series, Head Full of Doubt, where we seek to answer the question, "What do we do with doubt?"
In our first lesson, we turn to Genesis 17:1-8, 15-19 and Matthew 28:1-10, 16-17 to see that . . . "Doubt is Universal".
In this lesson, we learn:
Everyone wrestles with doubt.
Because of the prevalence of doubt:
We need not be afraid to express our doubts to Jesus.
We can share our doubts with each other to receive encouragement and help.
So, let’s be honest about our doubts kn...2025-03-0539 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCResponding to God’s Invitation (Luke 14:12-24)Join Pastor Stuart as we wrap up our series, Someone Like You, where we seek to answer the question, "Who does Jesus care about?"
In our last lesson, we turn to the Gospel According to Luke 14:12-24 to hear the Good News of . . . "Responding to God's Invitation".
In this lesson, we learn:
The invitation of God in Christ necessitates our response.
We dare not take God’s invitation for granted.
Responding positively to God’s invitation entails at least two things:
Trusting Jesus.
Compelling others to join the kingdom feast.
So, let’s joyfully accept...2025-02-2845 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCThe Seeking and Celebrating God (Luke 15:1-10)Join Pastor Stuart as we continue in our series, Someone Like You, where we seek to answer the question, "Who does Jesus care about?"
In this lesson, we turn to the Gospel According to Luke 15:1-10 to hear the Good News of . . . "The Seeking and Celebrating God".
In this lesson, we learn:
The parable of the lost sheep and coin tell us important truths about what God is like.
God is the diligent seeker of people who are “lost.”
God celebrates when a sinner repents.
These two truths sum up the ministry of Jesus.
They...2025-02-1839 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCAll Over the World (1 John 2:1-2)Join Pastor Stuart as we continue in our series, Someone Like You, where we seek to answer the question, "Who does Jesus care about?"
In our 4th lesson, we turn to the Apostle John's First Letter 2:1-2 to hear the Good News for people . . . "All Over the World".
In this lesson, we learn:
The good news about Jesus is for people all over the world.
Jesus is a righteous advocate for any sinner who trusts in him.
He also satisfies God’s just judgment against our sin.
Two “take aways” from these truths for those...2025-02-1135 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCEncouragement to Sinners (1 Timothy 1:12-17)Join Pastor Stuart as we continue in our new series, Someone Like You, where we seek to answer the question, "Who does Jesus care about?"
In this third lesson, we turn to the Apostle Paul's First Letter to Timothy 1:12-17 to hear the Good News that brings . . . "Encouragement to Sinners".
In this lesson, we learn:
The reason Jesus came into the world was to save sinners.
The apostle Paul is an example to us all of how God is able to save even the worst of sinners.
No matter how sinful we may be...2025-02-0541 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCJesus’ “Target Group” (Luke 5:27-32)Join Pastor Stuart as we continue in our new series, Someone Like You, where we seek to answer the question, "Who does Jesus care about?"
In our second lesson, we turn to Luke 5:27-32 to learn about . . . Jesus' "Target Group".
In this lesson, we learn:
The “target group” of Jesus is sinners.
Jesus is the great physician who treats the malady of our sin.
This is especially good news for those who are sick of their sin.
Since Jesus pursues sinners, his church does too.
So, let’s all seek Jesus as the cure for ou...2025-02-0343 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCAn Incredible Invitation (Isaiah 55:1-3)Join Pastor Stuart as we begin our new series, Someone Like You, as we seek to answer the question, "Who does Jesus care about?"
In our first lesson, we turn to Isaiah 55:1-3 to see . . . "An Incredible Invitation".
In this lesson, we learn:
God extends an incredible invitation.
This invitation is for us to receive without payment.
This invitation isn’t really about drink and food; it’s about being truly satisfied.
This invitation is to come to God in Christ Jesus.
This invitation is offered to everyone who longs for something more.
So, let’...2025-02-0143 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCC4 Session 3: "True Love" (1 John 4:1-17)Join Rev. Russ Whitfield for the final session of our Christ, Culture and the Church Conference as we turn to the Apostle John's First Letter 4:7-21 to explore . . . "True Love".
In this lesson, we learn about . . .
Correcting Our Love
Perfecting Our Love
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2025-01-181h 02Westminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCC4 Session 2: "True Security" (Isaiah 43:1-7)Join Rev. Russ Whitfield for Session 2 of our Christ, Culture and the Church Conference as we turn to the Gospel According to Isaiah 43:1-7 to explore . . . "True Security".
In this lesson, we learn that . . .
While Fear Operates . . .
. . . Faith Liberates
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2025-01-1649 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCC4 Session 1: "True Healing" (John 5:1-17)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
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2025-01-151h 04Westminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCIt’s Not About Us, It’s About Jesus (2 Corinthians 4:1-6)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 about his glory, we don’t lose heart when things don’t go our way.
So here is a question to refle...2025-01-1439 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCA Good Word (Heb 13:20-25)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 God of Peace is working in you that which is pleasing in his sight.
Therefore, we are encouraged to...2024-12-3029 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCSacrifices of Following Jesus (Heb 13:7-19)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 of our reputations.
The sacrifice of praying for others.
Because Jesus is the same yesterday, today, and forever, these sacrifices are worth it.
So let’s keep following Jesus no...2024-12-2346 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCLives Shaped by Jesus (Heb 13:1-6)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 should keep connecting the dots between Jesus and how you live.
So, let’s demonstrate the good news of Jes...2024-12-1748 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCWith Great Privilege Comes Great Responsibility (Heb 12:14-29)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 offer acceptable worship with reverence, awe, and gratitude.
The “secret” of living out these responsibilities is Jesus.
So, through Jesus and by the power of the Spirit let’s...2024-12-1045 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCLove and Discipline (Heb 12:4-13)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 trains us in the ways of Jesus.
Therefore, we can rehearse these truths so that we will be encouraged to continue to struggle against sin.
So, let’s su...2024-12-0246 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCLiving By Faith (Heb 10:26-12:3)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.
Jesus is the center and focus of our faith.
Therefore, we can and should feed our faith by focusing on Jesus.
So, let’s...2024-11-2550 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCLiving in Light of Jesus’ Once For All Sacrifice (Heb 10:1-25)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 confidence to draw near to God through Jesus.
We hold fast to what we have in Jesus.
We stir up one another to love and go...2024-11-1843 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCNothing But the Blood of Jesus (Heb 9:1-28)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, secured salvation for His people.
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Jo...2024-11-1240 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCBetter Ministry, Better Covenant, Better Promises (Heb 8:1-13)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 with Moses and the Israelites.
Even the promises of the new covenant in Christ are better than God’s previous promises.
Therefore, since Jesus is be...2024-11-0647 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCOur Perfect, Forever Priest (Heb 7:1-28)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 intended all along that the Levitical priesthood would be replaced by something better . . . the priesthood of Jesus.
Because of his sinless life, substitutionary death, and resurrection from th...2024-10-2845 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCStrong Encouragement (Heb 6:11-20)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 guaranteed it with an oath.
Jesus has gone into the very throne room of heaven as our forerunner.
This hope in Christ is...2024-10-2142 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCThe Danger of Apostasy (Heb 6:4-12)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 may be related but are definitively distinct.
True saving faith perseveres.
Therefore, we can cling to Jesus. He is our only hope.
So, let’s be ea...2024-10-1446 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCA Case Study on Rejecting the Lord (Obadiah 1-21)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.
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2024-10-0734 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCGo On to Maturity (Heb 5:9-6:3)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 against dullness of hearing and spiritual lethargy.
Rely on God.
Maturity is not simply knowing more; it is pressing on to...2024-09-3050 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCOur Great High Priest (Heb 4:15-5:10)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.
He has been tempted in every respect as we are, yet without sin.
He deals gently with the ignorant and wayward.
He i...2024-09-2346 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCDeal with Unbelief Today (Hebrews 3:3:7-4:13)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 can and should take our unbelief to Jesus.
So, by the work of the Spirit, let’s rely on Jesus to change our un...2024-09-1644 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCGuarding Against Unbelief and Hardness of Heart (Hebrews 3:1-14)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 fast to our confession of Christ.
Exhort each other daily to stick with Jesus.
So, by the work of the Spirit, let’s help...2024-09-1251 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCOur Humble High Priest (Hebrews 2:14-18)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 Priest, Jesus Christ.
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Join us Sunday Mornings...2024-09-0230 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCYour Destiny Awaits (Hebrews 2:5-13)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 to that destiny.
Jesus not only restores fallen sinners; he calls us “family.”
Knowing our identity and our future destiny in Christ affe...2024-08-2647 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCThe Problem of Drift (Hebrews 1:1-2:4)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 the Lord Jesus.
There are several reasons why we may drift:
Deception.
Doubt.
Discouragement.
Distraction.
Disengagement.
Therefore, no matter what you’re...2024-08-1946 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCThe Culmination of Revelation (Hebrews 1:1-4)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 Son.
The Son of God is the apex of God’s revelation because he is:
The Creator of all things...2024-08-1243 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCChrist-Centered Mindfulness (Colossians 3:1-4)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 mind on Jesus and all you have in him.
Seek Christ and all his benefits.
Savor all you have in Jesus.
So, by the work of the Spirit, l...2024-08-0539 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCMinding Our Shame (Various Passages)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.
Shame affects our subjective identity.
When we feel shame, we tend to hide and cover-up.
We also tend to either shift the blame or t...2024-07-2945 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCConcerning Guilt (Various Passages)Join Pastor Nathan for the next part in 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 lesson, we turn to various passages in the Old and New Testament as we here a lesson . . . "Concerning Guilt".
In this lesson, we see:
The love of Christ takes our guilt and gives us innocence.
So, let’s walk faithfully after God, for Jesus, in his amazing love, has taken our guilt, and given us innocence.
You can learn more abo...2024-07-2233 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCMinding Our Envy (Various Passages)Join Pastor Stuart for the next part in our series, Dark Side of the Mind, a sermon series on dealing with the "dark emotions" (anger, anxiety, depression, envy, guilt, and shame).
In our fifth lesson, we turn to various passages in the Old and New Testament as we here an exhortation on . . . "Minding Our Envy".
In this lesson, we see:
To deal with envy well, it’s helpful to understand a few things:
While often conflated, envy and jealousy are technically not the same.
There is a good bit of complexity with both envy and...2024-07-1538 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCMinding Our Grief & Depression (Psalms 42 & 43)Join Pastor Stuart for the next lesson in 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 fourth lesson, we turn to Psalms 42 & 43 as we here an encouragement to walk faithfully after God even in the midst of . . . "Our Grief & Depression".
In this lesson, we see:
Grief, in general, and depression specifically are not sin in and of themselves.
How we handle grief and depression and what’s underneath our grief and depression may be sin.
We may not...2024-07-0852 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCMinding Our Anxiety (Various Passages)Join Pastor Stuart for the third part in our new series, Dark Side of the Mind, a sermon series on dealing with the "dark emotions" (anger, anxiety, depression, envy, guilt, and shame).
In this lesson, we turn to various passages in the Old and New Testament as we here an exhortation on . . . "Minding Our Anxiety".
In this lesson, we see:
Anxiety in and of itself is not sinful.
What is often sinful is how we handle anxiety and what is underneath our anxieties.
Anxiety is often driven by desires for security, control, and certainty.
W...2024-07-0146 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCMinding Our Anger (Various Passages)Join Pastor Stuart as we continue in our new series, Dark Side of the Mind, a sermon series on dealing with the "dark emotions" (anger, anxiety, depression, envy, guilt, and shame).
In our second lesson, we turn to various passages in the Old and New Testament as we here an exhortation on . . . "Minding Our Anger".
In this lesson, we see:
Anger, in and of itself, is not sinful.
How we handle our anger and what is underneath our anger is often sinful.
Humility is a good corrective to the issues we have with anger.
J...2024-06-2643 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCMind Your Mind (Prov 4:23 & Rom 12:2)Join Pastor Stuart as we begin our new series, Dark Side of the Mind, a sermon series on dealing with the "dark emotions" (anger, anxiety, depression, envy, guilt, and shame).
In our first lesson, we turn to Proverbs 4:23 and Romans 12:2 as we here an exhortation to . . . "Mind Your Mind".
In this lesson, we see:
God calls us to mind our mind/heart.
The way we think affects the way we live.
This is why we are to evaluate our thoughts with all vigilance.
God promises that in Christ and by the Spirit our minds c...2024-06-1746 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCA Fitting End to Our Prayers (Matthew 6:7-13)(Note: During the worship service this last Sunday, we ran into several challenges affecting the quality of both the audio and video recordings. I’ve done my best to clean things up, but there are still many glitches remaining. Please bear with them as you are able and, Lord willing, we will have things back on track next week. PT)
Join Pastor Stuart for the ninth and final lesson in our series, Living on a Prayer.
We return one last time to the Gospel According to Matthew 6:7-13 as we examine the idea of . . . "A Fi...2024-06-1038 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCDeliverance Prayer (Matthew 6:7-13)Join Pastor Stuart for the eighth lesson in our series, Living on a Prayer.
We return again this week to the Gospel According to Matthew 6:7-13 as we examine the idea of . . . "Praying for Our Daily Bread". In this lesson, we see:
Because temptation is always a reality in this fallen world, we pray for God’s intervention.
We need to understand that temptations come from both within and without.
Satan is an actual, personal enemy we dare not ignore.
Jesus is more than able to keep us from giving in to temptation and to deliver us...2024-06-0343 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCPraying for Our Forgiveness (Matthew 6:7-13)Join Pastor Nathan for the seventh part in our series, Living on a Prayer.
We turn again to the Gospel According to Matthew 6:7-13 as we examine the idea of . . . "Praying for Our Forgiveness". In this lesson, we see:
Our prayers need to be filled with confession and our hearts moved to compassion.
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2024-05-2832 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCPraying for Our Daily Bread (Matthew 6:7-13)Join Pastor Stuart for the sixth lesson in our series, Living on a Prayer.
We return again this week to the Gospel According to Matthew 6:7-13 as we examine the idea of . . . "Praying for Our Daily Bread". In this lesson, we see:
God invites us to pray for our needs.
Our prayers for the necessities of life are:
not to be self-centered.
mainly focused on today.
We pray for our needs because God is abundantly able to meet those needs.
God is also the generous Father who loves to give his children that which is...2024-05-2130 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCPraying God’s Will (Matthew 6:7-13)Join Pastor Stuart for the fifth lesson in our series, Living on a Prayer.
This week, we return to the Gospel According to Matthew 6:7-13 as we examine the idea of . . . "Praying God’s Will". In this lesson, we see:
Our prayers are for God’s will to be done.
When we pray this way, we are praying for:
willing obedience to God’s commands.
humble acceptance of God’s plans.
Jesus is the center of God’s will.
Therefore, we ought to pray for God’s will to be done on earth as it is in heaven.
...2024-05-1338 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCKingdom Prayer (Matthew 6:7-13)Join Pastor Stuart for the fourth lesson in our series, Living on a Prayer.
This week, we return to the Gospel According to Matthew 6:7-13 as we examine the idea of . . . "Kingdom Prayer". In this lesson, we see:
Our prayers are to be kingdom-minded.
Broadly speaking, the kingdom can be understood as God’s reign over creation.
In a more specific sense, the kingdom is the renewed order in which God’s reign is obvious and unchallenged.
So when we pray “your kingdom come,” we are basically praying for a new creation in which sin and its curse...2024-05-0639 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCHallowing Prayer (Matthew 6:7-13)Join Pastor Stuart for the third part in our new series, Living on a Prayer.
In this lesson, we turn again to the Gospel According to Matthew 6:7-13 as we take a closer look at the idea of . . . "Hallowing Prayer". In this lesson, we see:
When we pray, we are to “hallow” the name of God.
To “hallow” is to set apart as special and significant.
The great desire of our prayers is for God to be honored above everything in our lives, in the church, in our community, and in the world.
The good news of Jesus...2024-04-2942 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCGoing to the Father (Matthew 6:7-13)Join Pastor Nathan as we continue in our new series, Living on a Prayer.
In our second lesson, we return to the Gospel According to Matthew 6:7-13 as we take a closer look at . . . "Going to the Father". In this lesson, we see:
When we pray, we are going to our Father in heaven.
Therefore, we ought to pray with honesty and awe as we and our brothers and sisters go to our heavenly Father.
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Join us Sunday Mornings at 10:30...2024-04-2229 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCJesus’ Prayer Pattern (Matthew 6:7-13)Join Pastor Stuart as we begin our new series, Living on a Prayer.
In our first lesson, we turn to the Gospel According to Matthew 6:7-13 as we take a closer look at . . . "Jesus' Prayer Pattern". In this lesson, we see:
Jesus has given us a pattern for prayer.
This model prayer of Jesus instructs us in the attitudes and priorities of prayer.
This prayer reminds us we are a community of disciples and not merely individual followers of Christ.
Every phrase of this prayer demonstrates the grace of God in Christ towards us.
Therefore, we o...2024-04-1540 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCThe Essential Nature of Prayer in the Christian Life (Colossians 4:2)Join Pastor Nathan as we turn to the Apostle Paul's Letter to the Colossians 4:2 to learn about . . . "The Essential Nature of Prayer in the Christian Life".
In this lesson, we learn that . . .
Prayer is essential in the Christian life.
So we should let our lives be filled with prayer.
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2024-04-0829 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCResurrection Power (Eph 1:15-23)Join Pastor Stuart for the final lesson in our series, Let's Get Spiritual.
This week, we turn again to the Apostle Paul's Letter to the Ephesians 1:15-23 to be reminded of God's . . . "Resurrection Power". In this lesson, we see:
God wants us to know that he is powerfully at work in all who believe.
The Holy Spirit works within us with the power of the resurrection of Jesus.
There are several reasons why someone may not experience this power:
Unbelief.
Unenlightened.
Unwilling to experience "death."
The good news is that even with our deficiencies, God...2024-04-0143 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCDon't Grieve the Spirit (Eph 4:25-32)Join Pastor Stuart for the sixth lesson in our series, Let's Get Spiritual.
This week, we turn to the Apostle Paul's Letter to the Ephesians 4:25-32 for a grace-filled admonishment that we . . . "Don't Grieve the Spirit". In this lesson, we see:
Do not grieve the Holy Spirit.
The fact that the Spirit can be grieved indicates he is personal.
How do we grieve the Spirit?
Because the Spirit is holy (that is, set apart from sin), there is a sense in which all sin is grievous to him.
More specifically, willful, rebellious attitudes and behavior...2024-03-2543 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCSpiritual Gifts (1 Cor 12:1-11)Join Pastor Stuart as we continue in our series, Let's Get Spiritual.
In our fifth lesson, we turn to the Apostle Paul's Letter to the Corinthians 12:1-11 for a reminder of the nature and purpose of . . . "Spiritual Gifts". In this lesson, we see:
The Holy Spirit gives gifts to all who are in Christ.
While there are a variety of gifts, they are all given for the good of the church.
The Spirit decides what gift(s) each believer receives.
At the same time, we are encouraged to earnestly desire what is best for the church.
...2024-03-1846 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCSpirit Filled Melody (Eph 5:18-21)Join Pastor Nathan for the fourth lesson in our series, Let's Get Spiritual.
This week, we turn to the Apostle Paul's Letter to the Ephesians 5:15-21 to hear the blessings of a . . . "Spirit Filled Melody". In this lesson, we see:
Our lives should reflect the work of the Holy Spirit
So let's live a life filled with the Holy Spirit.
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Find us on social media at...2024-03-1233 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCSpiritual Fruit (Galatians 5:16-26)Join Pastor Stuart as we continue in our series, Let's Get Spiritual.
In this third lesson, we turn again to the Apostle Paul's Letter to the Galatians 5:16-26 for a reminder of God's work of salvation bearing . . . "Spiritual Fruit". In this lesson, we see:
The fruit of the Spirit is the work of the Spirit.
Apart from the Spirit we produce bad fruit.
The best we can muster by ourselves is fake fruit.
Ultimately, the fruit of the Spirit is about Jesus.
Therefore, we can RELY on the Spirit to produce his fruit in us as...2024-03-0444 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCBeginning and Ending by the Spirit (Galatians 3:1-3)Join Pastor Stuart as we continue in our new series, Let's Get Spiritual.
In our second lesson, we turn to the Apostle Paul's Letter to the Galatians 3:1-3 for a reminder that God's work of salvation in our lives is always . . . "Beginning and Ending by the Spirit". In this lesson, we see:
Life in Christ is from beginning to end the work of the Holy Spirit.
All the blessings of Christ come to us through the Holy Spirit.
We need to be on guard for the persistent, deep-rooted tendency to rely on our works.
Therefore, you...2024-02-2645 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCA Spiritual Primer (1 Corinthians 2:12-16)Join Pastor Stuart as we begin our new series, Let's Get Spiritual.
In our first lesson, we turn to the Apostle Paul's First Letter to the Corinthians 2:12-16 for . . . "A Spiritual Primer". In this lesson, we see:
A preliminary point – The word “spiritual” in Scripture ordinarily means “pertaining to the Holy Spirit.”
The Holy Spirit is absolutely essential for receiving all God has for us in Christ.
Apart from the Spirit:
We cannot accept or truly understand God’s truth.
We have no access to Christ.
As the Spirit of wisdom and truth, the Holy Spirit not o...2024-02-1942 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCGood Things to Come (Romans 8:18-21)Join Pastor Stuart for the sixth and final portion in our series, Tell Me Something Good.
This week, we return to the Apostle Paul's Letter to the Romans 8:18-21 to be reminded of . . . "Good Things to Come". In this lesson, we see:
No matter how bad things are in this life, the life to come is better than anything we can imagine.
The glory of the age to come does not merely encompass people; it encompasses creation.
When creation itself is set free from sin and it’s curse, there will be unlimited joy.
All the sur...2024-02-1238 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCYou Do Not Have to Be Enough (Romans 8:28-29)Join Pastor Nathan for the fifth sermon in our series, Tell Me Something Good.
This week, we turn to the Apostle Paul's Letter to the Romans 8:28-29 to be reminded that . . . "You Do Not Have to Be Enough". In this lesson, we see:
Because the Lord loves us, He conforms us to the image of Christ.
So, let’s believe that the Lord is working everything for your eternal good.
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2024-02-0528 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCAdopted (Galatians 4:4-7)Join Pastor Stuart for the fourth sermon in our series, Tell Me Something Good.
This week, we turn again to the Apostle Paul's Letter to the Galatians 4:4-7 to hear a message reminding us of the blessings of being . . . "Adopted" . . . into the family of God. In this lesson, we see:
Sinners are adopted into God’s family through Jesus.
Not only are believing sinners adopted, we also receive the Holy Spirit confirming our status.
Because we are adopted sons, we inherit everything.
Therefore, we can believe God adopts sinners into his family and gives them all th...2024-01-3040 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCRight with God (Galatians 2:15-16)Join Pastor Stuart for the third part in our series, Tell Me Something Good.
In this lesson, we turn to the Apostle Paul's Letter to the Galatians 2:15-16 to hear a message on being . . . "Right With God". In this lesson, we see:
We are right with God not because of our efforts, but because of Jesus.
As our head and husband, Jesus shares with us all that is his . . . including his righteous status.
All we do to receive this righteous status is believe.
Therefore, we can believe the good news that sinners are considered righteous because...2024-01-2234 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCForgiveness (Col 2:13-14)Join Pastor Stuart for the second part in our new series, Tell Me Something Good.
In this lesson, we turn to the Apostle Paul's Letter to the Colossians 2:13-14 to hear the simple message of . . . "Forgiveness". In this lesson, we see:
Sin is a debt that must be paid.
Jesus paid the debt of sin for all who believe.
Those who believe are forgiven of all their sins.
Therefore, we can believe the good news that Jesus pays the debt of sin.
So, let’s celebrate that our sin-debt is paid in full by Jesus.
Yo...2024-01-1639 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCGood News for Sinners (Matthew 9:9-13)Join Pastor Stuart as we begin our new series, Tell Me Something Good.
In our first lesson, we turn to the Gospel of Matthew 9:9-13 as we hear . . . "Good News for Sinners". In this lesson, we see:
Jesus is for sinners.
This is good news to all who are sick of their sin.
Jesus is the Great Physician who is the cure for what truly ails us.
Therefore, we can believe the good news that Jesus loves to show mercy to sinners.
So, let’s entrust our ultimate care to the Great Physician, Jesus.
You ca...2024-01-0835 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCA Blessing from the LORD (Numbers 6:22-27)Join Pastor Nathan as we turn to the book of Numbers 6:22-27 to hear . . . "A Blessing from the LORD".
In this lesson, we learn that . . .
We find our peace in the blessings of God.
So we can take peace in the blessings of our mighty and loving Savior.
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2024-01-0330 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCJesus, Immanuel (Matt 1:18-25)Join Pastor Stuart for the final part of our Christmas series, What Child Is This?
This week, we turn to the Gospel of Matthew 1:18-25 to hear the proclamation of . . . "Jesus, Immanuel". In this lesson, we see:
Jesus is Immanuel.
The name “Immanuel” means “God with us.”
This name indicates several things:
Jesus is God “in the flesh.”
Jesus is always with his people by the presence of the Holy Spirit.
Jesus is not only the God who is with us; he is the God who is for us.
Therefore, we ought to believe in and celebrat...2023-12-2636 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCJesus, the Son of Abraham (Matt 1:1)Join Pastor Stuart for the third part of our Christmas series, What Child Is This?
This week, we turn one more time to the Gospel of Matthew 1:1 to hear the proclamation of . . . "Jesus, the Son of Abraham". In this lesson, we see:
Jesus is the Son of Abraham.
Not only does this title indicate Jesus is a descendent of Abraham, it also indicates he is the fulfillment of the promises made to Abraham.
These Jesus-fulfilled promises made to Abraham can be summarized as offspring, land, and blessing.
Therefore, we ought to believe in and celebrate Jesus...2023-12-1938 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCJesus, the Son of David (Matt 1:1)Join Pastor Stuart for the second part of our new Christmas series, What Child Is This?
This week, we turn to the Gospel of Matthew 1:1 to hear the proclamation of . . . "Jesus, the Son of David". In this lesson, we see:
Jesus is the Son of David.
The designation “Son of David” points to Jesus as the ultimate King of kings.
As the ultimate King, Jesus will restore and renew all creation.
Therefore, we ought to believe in and celebrate Jesus as the Son of David.
So, let’s find great joy in the King of kings, Jesus...2023-12-1139 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCJesus, the Christ (Matt 1:1)Join Pastor Stuart as we begin our new Christmas series, What Child Is This?
In our first lesson, we turn to the Gospel of Matthew 1:1 to hear the proclamation of . . . "Jesus, the Christ". In this lesson, we see:
Jesus is the Christ.
The word “Christ” is the equivalent of the word Messiah, and both words mean “anointed one.”
Jesus was anointed by the Holy Spirit to deliver sinful people from their sin.
Therefore, we ought to believe in and celebrate Jesus as the Christ.
So, let’s find great joy in our Deliverer, Jesus, the Christ.
You can...2023-12-0434 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCThe Spirit of Freedom: Part 2 (2 Cor 3:1-18)Join Pastor Stuart as we conclude our series, Freedom!
In our fourth lesson, we return to the Apostle Paul's Second Letter to the Corinthians 3:1-18 for Part 2 of . . . "The Spirit of Freedom". In this lesson, we see:
The Spirit gives us freedom to know and experience the glory of God.
To grasp the significance of this Spirit-given freedom, we need to understand the account of the veiled glory on the face of Moses.
The veil is a symbol of judgment against hard-heartedness.
The Spirit removes this veil and frees us to gaze on God’s glory.
Whe...2023-11-2845 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCFor Freedom’s Sake (Gal 5:1-15)Join Pastor Nathan as we continue in our series, Freedom!
In this third lesson, we turn to the Apostle Paul's Letter to the Galatians 5:1-15 as we learn about . . . "For Freedom's Sake". In this lesson, we see:
Do not waste the freedom Christ has given you
So, you ought to take the glorious unshackling from sin and show the love you have received at every available moment.
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2023-11-2239 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCThe Spirit of Freedom: Part 1 (2 Cor 3:1-18)Join Pastor Stuart as we continue in our new series, Freedom!
In our second lesson, we turn to the Apostle Paul's Second Letter to the Corinthians 3:1-18 as we learn about . . . "The Spirit of Freedom". In this lesson, we see:
Where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom.
The Spirit gives freedom from the law as law.
The “law as law” can be summarized as “Meet the demand or else face the penalty.”
Instead of relating to the law as law, the Spirit gives us freedom to relate to the law as a coach guiding...2023-11-1347 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCFree Indeed (John 8:31-36)Join Pastor Stuart as we begin our new series, Freedom!
In this first lesson, we turn to the Gospel of John 8:31-36 as we learn the truth of being . . . "Free Indeed". In this lesson, we see:
True Freedom is found in Jesus.
Jesus sets us free from enslavement to sin.
Those who believe in Jesus are set free from:
The penalty of sin.
The power of sin.
The practice of sin.
The freedom found in Jesus is the freedom to be what we were created to be – the image of God reflecting his goodness.
Therefore, we...2023-11-0645 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCLove Never Ends (1 Cor 13:1-13)Join Pastor Stuart for the final part in our series, I Want To Know What Love Is.
In this lesson, we turn one last time to the Apostle Paul's First Letter to the Corinthians 13:1-13 as the Holy Spirit teaches us that . . . "Love Never Ends". In this lesson, we see:
Love never ends.
God’s love for us in Christ lasts forever.
God wants our love for others to have this kind of lasting permanence.
Loving the way God calls us to love is maturity.
Therefore, we ought to pursue love every day for the rest of...2023-10-3038 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCLove Endures (1 Cor 13:1-13)Join Pastor Stuart for part 12 of our series, I Want To Know What Love Is.
In this lesson, we return to the Apostle Paul's First Letter to the Corinthians 13:1-13 as the Holy Spirit teaches us that . . . "Love Hopes". In this lesson, we see:
Love endures.
Love demonstrates grace-filled, wisdom-saturated, truth-abiding persistence in the face of opposition.
Love perseveres even in suffering.
The love of Jesus for his people always endures.
Therefore, we ought to rehearse the truth of Christ’s
enduring love for you daily – especially when loving others is difficult.
So, by the work...2023-10-2345 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCLove Hopes (1 Cor 13:1-13)Join Pastor Stuart for part 11 of our series, I Want To Know What Love Is.
In this lesson, we return to the Apostle Paul's First Letter to the Corinthians 13:1-13 as the Holy Spirit teaches us that . . . "Love Hopes". In this lesson, we see:
Love is constant and consistent in hope.
The hope of love is not wishful thinking but a confident expectation that God is able to work in those we love.
Because God is able to do more than we can imagine, we don’t consider others “a lost cause.”
The confident expectation of Jesus...2023-10-1632 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCLove Believes All Things (1 Cor 13:1-13)Join Pastor Nathan for part 10 of our series, I Want To Know What Love Is.
In this lesson, we return to the Apostle Paul's First Letter to the Corinthians 13:1-13 as the Holy Spirit teaches us that . . . "Love Believes All Things". In this lesson, we see:
Love believes all things.
So let us love in a manner that believes in the Lord and bestows honor to all of our neighbors.
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2023-10-1037 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCLove Bears All Things (1 Cor 13:1-13)Join Pastor Stuart for part 9 of our series, I Want To Know What Love Is.
In this lesson, we return to the Apostle Paul's First Letter to the Corinthians 13:1-13 as the Holy Spirit teaches us that . . . "Love Bears All Things". In this lesson, we see:
Love bears all things.
Love is willing to deal with all kinds of difficulties for the sake of the one loved.
There are at least three ways love deals with various difficulties:
Love is willing to help carry the burdens of others.
Love is willing to wisely tolerate the...2023-10-0237 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCLove Celebrates the Right Things (1 Cor 13:1-13)Join Pastor Stuart for part 8 of our series, I Want To Know What Love Is.
In this lesson, we return to the Apostle Paul's First Letter to the Corinthians 13:1-13 as the Holy Spirit teaches us that . . . "Love Celebrates the Right Things". In this lesson, we see:
Love celebrates the right things.
Love does not celebrate sin.
We are celebrating sin when we:
encourage or praise sin in others.
delight in the exposure of sin in others.
A godly response to sin is not celebration, but heartache and grief.
Instead of celebrating sin, love celebrates the...2023-09-2540 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCLove is Not Irritable or Resentful (1 Cor 13:1-13)Join Pastor Nathan for part 7 of our series, I Want To Know What Love Is.
In this lesson, we return to the Apostle Paul's First Letter to the Corinthians 13:1-13 as the Holy Spirit teaches us that . . . "Love Is Not Irritable or Resentful". In this lesson, we see:
Love is not self-centered.
So, let us abound in steadfast love and pursue reconciliation.
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2023-09-1833 minWestminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SCLove is Not Self-Centered (1 Cor 13:1-13)Join Pastor Stuart for part 6 of our series, I Want To Know What Love Is.
In this lesson, we return to the Apostle Paul's First Letter to the Corinthians 13:1-13 as the Holy Spirit teaches us that . . . "Love Does Not Envy". In this lesson, we see:
Love is not self-centered.
Sin is self-centered.
Love desires what is best for the one loved.
Jesus demonstrates his love for us by not seeking to please himself but to serve us generously and sacrificially.
Because we have been loved this way, we can grow in loving others by the w...2023-09-1140 min