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Wesley Etowah UMCThe Book of Acts: God Be With YouGood morning! Welcome to a recorded service of worship from Wesley Memorial UMC. Today's message is "Acts: God Be With You" from Rev. Andrew Lay. Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at ⁠wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate⁠. Your support makes a difference!
2024-06-1610 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCThe Book of Acts: Unknown GodGood morning! Welcome to a recorded service of worship from Wesley Memorial UMC. Today's message is "Acts: Unknown God" from Rev. Andrew Lay. Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at ⁠wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate⁠. Your support makes a difference!
2024-06-0912 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCThe Book of Acts: Jail BirdsGood morning! Welcome to a recorded service of worship from Wesley Memorial UMC. Today's message is "Acts: Jail Birds" from Rev. Andrew Lay. Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at ⁠wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate⁠. Your support makes a difference!
2024-06-0214 minWesley at FSU & TSC
Wesley at FSU & TSC"From Night to Light" | Good Samaritan UMC | May 26, 2024Send us a textThis morning, Rev. Bryant Manning shares with the good people of Good Samaritan UMC in Tallahassee.  Good Samaritan UMC is a congregation which will be releasing its building and moving to a new space for gathering and worship. Today we explore the story of Nicodemus in this context and the famous passage from John 3. Learn more about our community at fsuwesley.com or on Instagram @fsuwesley. If you feel called to contribute to our ministry, you can do so at fsuwesley.com or on Venmo @fsuwesley-foundation.
2024-05-2730 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCThe Book of Acts: Saul's ConversionGood morning! Welcome to a recorded service of worship from Wesley Memorial UMC. Today's message is "Acts: Saul’s Conversion" from Rev. Andrew Lay. Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at ⁠wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate⁠. Your support makes a difference!
2024-05-2613 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCThe Book of Acts: RevivalWelcome to a recorded service of worship from Wesley Memorial UMC. Today's message is "The Book of Acts: Revival" from Rev. Andrew Lay. Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at ⁠wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate⁠. Your support makes a difference!
2024-05-1912 minPod Strangely Warmed
Pod Strangely Warmed"Wesley Bros Comics" w/ Rev. Charlie BaberWhile at General Conference 2020 (in 2024) Rev. Daniel Hawkins got to sit down with Rev. Charlie Baber, creator, author, and artist of Wesley Bros Comics. Charlie shares with us how he started drawing the Wesley Bros, some of his favorite comic strips and inside jokes, as well as the inspiration behind his new book "Incompatible: How the Church Cast Out LGBTQ Christians and Where We Go Next" You can find out more about Charlie and his other works at charliebaber.com/ 
2024-05-1428 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCWe Believe: ResurrectionRobert Webber says that, “Every Sunday is a “little Easter.” Every Sunday of the year is a celebration of the Resurrection event because the resurrection of Jesus is such a foundational doctrine of the Christian faith. In fact, it's so important that the Resurrection is mentioned in all of the ancient creeds of the church. In our series “We Believe,” we are looking at the basic tenets of our faith as we explore the Apostle’s Creed. We conclude with our final statement of faith: “I believe in the resurrection of the body and the life everlasting.” Associated Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:12-20; 51-58...
2024-05-1214 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCWe Believe: Forgiveness of SinsPeter asks Jesus, “Lord, how often should I forgive; seven times?” But Jesus responds that we are supposed to forgive people, not seven times; but seventy times seven. Jesus speaks to the importance of forgiveness because he knows the effects that unforgiveness has on us. In our series “We Believe,” we are looking at the basic tenants of our faith as we explore the Apostle’s Creed. We continue with our fourth statement of faith: “I believe in the forgiveness of sins.” Associated Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35.  Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online...
2024-05-0518 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCWe Believe: Church & SaintsThe church is meant to be a community of people who believe in Christ and share in a common mission. In our series “We Believe,” we are looking at the basic tenants of our faith as we explore the Apostle’s Creed. We continue with our fourth statement of faith: “I believe in the Holy catholic church, and the communion of saints.” Associated Scriptures: Jeremiah 31:33-34 and Acts 4:32-35.  Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at ⁠⁠wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate⁠⁠. Your support makes a difference.
2024-04-2816 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCWe Believe: Holy Spirit“I believe in the Holy Spirit” For centuries, Christians have gathered together and recited these words from the Apostle’s Creed, “I believe in the Holy Spirit.” Yet, it has been said that the most neglected doctrine in the Christian Church is the doctrine of the Holy Spirit. In our series “We Believe,” we are looking at the basic tenants of our faith as we explore the Apostle’s Creed. We continue with our third statement of faith: “I believe in the Holy Spirit.” Associated Scriptures: Joel 2:28 and Galatians 5:16-26.  Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memo...
2024-04-2117 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCWe Believe: JesusMany people believe that Jesus was a prophet, a great preacher, a moral teacher, and a religious reformer. Most people can agree that Jesus was a real, historical person. But as Christians, we believe that Jesus is not only fully human, but Jesus is also fully divine.  In our series “We Believe,” we are looking at the basic tenants of our faith as we explore the Apostle’s Creed. We continue with our second statement of faith: “I believe in Jesus Christ his only Son our Lord.” Associated Scriptures: Isaiah 53:1-5 and Colossians 1:15-17.  Your offering m...
2024-04-1415 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCWe Believe: GodWhat does it mean to be a Christian? What does it mean to be a follower of Jesus? What do we believe as a Church? One of the guiding statements that has existed for centuries that has helped us answer these questions is the Apostle’s Creed. In our series “We Believe,” we are going to take a deep dive into the Apostle’s Creed as we explore the basic tenants of our faith. We begin with our first statement of faith: “I believe in God, the Father Almighty, maker of heaven and earth.” Associated Scriptures: Genesis 1:1-5 and 1 John 4:7-13. 
2024-04-0718 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCLight & Life: Running Toward the ResurrectionOn this Easter Sunday, we celebrate that Jesus has risen from the dead. Christ is Risen! Christ is Risen indeed! We celebrate that, because of Christ, there is life after death. Associated Scripture: John 20:1-18.  Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at ⁠⁠wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate⁠⁠. Your support makes a difference.
2024-03-3114 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCLight & Life: The Crucified ChristOn this Palm Sunday, we celebrate Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem when the crowd shouted, “Hosanna in the Highest!” On this Passion Sunday, we also remember how that same crowd cried, “Crucify Him!” Let us journey with Jesus to the cross. Associated Scripture: John 19:16-30.    Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at ⁠⁠wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate⁠⁠. Your support makes a difference.
2024-03-2414 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCLight & Life: In the Shadow of BarabbasPontius Pilate, the fifth Roman governor over the providence of Judea, addresses the crowd about Jesus’ fate. He calls for a decision to be made between Jesus and another prisoner named Barabbas. Associated Scripture: John 18:38b-19:7 Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at ⁠⁠wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate⁠⁠. Your support makes a difference.
2024-03-1712 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCLight & Life: King of the CosmosPontius Pilate, the fifth Roman governor over the providence of Judea, is tasked with presiding over Jesus' trial. In their back-and-forth conversation, they talk about Jesus' kingship and their understanding of truth. Associated Scripture: John 18:33-37   Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at ⁠⁠wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate⁠⁠. Your support makes a difference.
2024-03-1015 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCLight & Life: When the Rooster CrowsAfter Jesus' arrest, Peter denies Christ three times before the rooster crows. When have you heard the rooster crow in your life? God is always there to invite us back into the fold. Associated Scripture: John 18:15-27   Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at ⁠⁠wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate⁠⁠. Your support makes a difference.
2024-03-0315 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCLight & Life: Sole ServiceJesus washes his disciples' feet as an example of the importance of servanthood. Just as Jesus served his disciples, we are called to serve one another. Associated Scripture: John 13:1-17   Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at ⁠⁠wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate⁠⁠. Your support makes a difference.
2024-02-2515 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCLight & Life: Blind ManJesus comes across a poor beggar, a man who was born blind. Jesus spits in the dirt, stirs it into mud, and wipes it on the guy’s eyes. Suddenly, the blind man can see. It’s a miracle! But this healing immediately causes controversy among the religious leaders. Associated Scripture: John 9:1-41   Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at ⁠⁠wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate⁠⁠. Your support makes a difference.
2024-02-1116 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCLight & Life: Bread of LifeJesus offers one of his most difficult teachings in his first “I Am” statement, “I am the bread of life. You must eat my flesh and drink my blood.” Sometimes Jesus is confusing and offensive. A lot of his followers turn away from here, but a select few remain. They dive deeper, accepting the invitation to the table. “This is my body. This is my blood. Take. Eat.” Associated Scripture: John 6:35, 48-59   Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at ⁠⁠wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate⁠⁠. Your support makes a difference.
2024-02-0413 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCLight & Life: Pool of BethesdaJesus encounters a paralyzed man by the pool of Bethesda and asks him, “Do you want to get well?” By healing the man on the Sabbath, Jesus challenges the broken and corrupt systems of the day. How might we follow Jesus in disrupting the broken systems that are designed to keep people down in our world today? Associated Scripture: John 5:1-9 Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at ⁠⁠wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate⁠⁠. Your support makes a difference
2024-01-2816 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCLight & Life: Woman at the WellJesus encounters a Samaritan woman at Jacob’s well and engages her in conversation. Jesus shares that he can offer the eternal living water. In response, the Samaritan woman proclaims to her friends and neighbors about her experience with Jesus, the Messiah. Associated Scripture: John 4:1-30 Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at ⁠⁠wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate⁠⁠. Your support makes a difference!
2024-01-2114 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCLight & Life: NicodemusWhat does it mean to be born again? As we continue our exploration into John’s Gospel, we look at the conversation between Jesus and Nicodemus. In their meeting, under the cover of darkness, Jesus tells Nicodemus that he must be born again by water and the spirit. How might God be calling us to experience a renewal and rebirth in our own lives? Associated Scripture: John 3:1-21    Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at ⁠⁠wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate⁠⁠. Your support makes a difference!
2024-01-1415 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCLight & Life: Wedding at CanaAs we begin our exploration into John’s Gospel, we start with Jesus’ first miracle of turning water into wine at the wedding at Cana. Jesus has an incredible way of redeeming us, restoring us, and even transforming us. This story a reminder that, with God, we will never run out of blessing – there will always be more than enough wine. And even when it feels like we are running out, even when it feels like our cups are empty, even when it feels like our joy is gone, Jesus is telling us, “Don’t worry. I’m saving the best for...
2024-01-0716 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCEmmanuel: Jesus Flees to EgyptThe Holy Family become refugees as they flee Herod's wrath. This scene reminds us that we live in a world where there is still violence, repression and terror. We still live in a world where refugees are fleeing and needing protection. And this scene can also remind us that we too are called to a different place, and serve a different King. We are called to look beyond Herod to the child in the manger. We are to look at a refugee named Jesus. Associated Scripture: Matthew 2:13-23 Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today...
2023-12-3117 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCEmmanuel: Root of Jesse's TreeAdvent is a time of anticipating Christ’s arrival and his return in glory. This Advent series draws from the rich history and lyrics of the hymn “O Come, O Come Emmanuel.” Each Sunday we will sing this hymn, adding a new verse each week. We will explore how it is connected to Christ’s coming in both the Old Testament and the New Testament. We continue this series by talking about the Root of Jesse’s Tree. Associated Scriptures: Isaiah 11:1-10 and Matthew 3:4-12.    Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online...
2023-12-2416 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCEmmanuel: Lord of MightAdvent is a time of anticipating Christ’s arrival and his return in glory. This Advent series draws from the rich history and lyrics of the hymn “O Come, O Come Emmanuel.” Each Sunday we will sing this hymn, adding a new verse each week. We will explore how it is connected to Christ’s coming in both the Old Testament and the New Testament. We continue this series by talking about the Lord of Might. Associated Scriptures: Exodus 15:11-18 & Luke 1:26-38. Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at ⁠⁠wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate⁠⁠. You...
2023-12-1715 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCEmmanuel: Wisdom From On HighAdvent is a time of anticipating Christ’s arrival and his return in glory. This Advent series draws from the rich history and lyrics of the hymn “O Come, O Come Emmanuel.” Each Sunday we will sing this hymn, adding a new verse each week. We will explore how it is connected to Christ’s coming in both the Old Testament and the New Testament. We continue this series by talking about Wisdom from on High. Associated Scriptures: Proverbs 8:22-24 and John 1:1-5, 14. Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at ⁠⁠wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate⁠⁠...
2023-12-1013 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCEmmanuel: Lonely ExileAdvent is a time of anticipating Christ’s arrival and his return in glory. This Advent series draws from the rich history and lyrics of the hymn “O Come, O Come Emmanuel.” Each Sunday we will sing this hymn, adding a new verse each week. We will explore how it is connected to Christ’s coming in both the Old Testament and the New Testament. We begin by talking about captive Israel’s lonely exile. Associated Scriptures: Isaiah 7:14 and Matthew 1:20-23. Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at ⁠⁠wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate⁠⁠. Your support makes
2023-12-0316 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCRipples of Generosity: InvestmentOur generosity creates ripples out into the world. We give to this church so we can get the next generation ready to carry on the mission of Jesus. Associated Scripture: Psalm 145:1-13. Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at ⁠⁠wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate⁠⁠. Your support makes a difference!
2023-11-2613 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCRipples of Generosity: ImpactOur generosity creates ripples out into the world. We give in order to make a difference right now in the world today. The church is here to make a difference. Associated Scripture: 1 John 3:16-18. Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at ⁠⁠wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate⁠⁠. Your support makes a difference!
2023-11-1913 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCRipples of Generosity: PurposeOur generosity creates ripples out into the world. Giving is a part of our purpose – God created us to be generous in our giving to others. Jesus tells us, “It is more blessed to give than to receive.” Associated Scripture: Acts 20:32-35.   Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at ⁠wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate⁠. Your support makes a difference!
2023-11-1212 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCStrange Things in the Bible: A Deadly SermonCan a sermon really be deadly? When the Apostle Paul preached for too long, it ended up being deadly. Explore this strange story with us. Associated Scripture: Acts 20:7-12. Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at ⁠wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate⁠. Your support makes a difference!
2023-11-0714 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCStrange Things in the Bible: Elisha and the She-BearsWhat happens when a Prophet of God is bullied about his baldness? Find out in this un-Bear-able tale about Elisha and the She-Bears. Explore this strange story with us. Associated Scripture: 2 Kings 2:19-25. Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at ⁠wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate⁠. Your support makes a difference!
2023-10-2917 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCStrange Things in the Bible: Fed By RavensBefore Grub Hub and UberEats, God used a raven (an unclean animal) to deliver food to the Prophet Elijah while he was in the wilderness. Explore this strange story with us. Associated Scripture: 1 Kings 17:1-6.    Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at ⁠wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate⁠. Your support makes a difference!
2023-10-2214 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCStrange Things in the Bible: A Talking DonkeyA Talking Donkey isn’t just found in the movie Shrek. There was one in the Bible first! Discover this odd tale about a donkey who sees better than a prophet. Associated Scripture: Numbers 22:20-35. Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at ⁠wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate⁠. Your support makes a difference!
2023-10-1518 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCToxic Christianity: PridefulnessGod opposes the proud but shows favor to the humble. Pridefulness is a deadly sin! Associated Scripture: Philippians 2:5-8. Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at ⁠wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate⁠. Your support makes a difference!
2023-10-0115 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCToxic Christianity: StubbornnessChange is never easy, but it is necessary. God has come to do a new thing. This sermon explores how the early change navigated change in order to welcome the Gentiles into the fold. Associated Scripture: Acts 11:1-18. Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at ⁠wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate⁠. Your support makes a difference!    
2023-09-2415 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCToxic Christianity: JudgmentalismJudgmentalism is when we form opinions too quickly, especially when disapproving of someone or something. Jesus warns us against the dangers of judgmentalism. How might we "Be Curious. Not Judgmental." Associated Scripture: Matthew 7:1-6. Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at ⁠wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate⁠. Your support makes a difference!
2023-09-1716 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCToxic Christianity: TribalismTribalism is to associate in groups, but it turns toxic when we look negatively at those outside our tribe. The Apostle Paul tells us that we are neither Jew nor Greek, slave nor free, male nor female. We are all one in Christ Jesus.  Associated Scripture: Galatians 3:26-29.   Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at ⁠wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate⁠. Your support makes a difference!
2023-09-1017 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCToxic Christianity: Legalism“Toxic Christianity!” This is not a phrase that we often hear in the life of the church. But unfortunately, it is something that people often experience in the life of the church. My hope is that we can experience healing and wholeness in Christ for the ways that we have been harmed by the church, and we can learn about ways that we have contributed to other people’s harm as we strive to be the people that God has called us to be. We continue our series by talking about Legalism.” Associated Scripture: Galatians 2:15-21 Your offering makes ministry...
2023-09-0316 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCToxic Christianity: CynicismIf something is “Toxic” then that means that it is poisonous, dangerous, destructive, and harmful. Sometimes we experience toxic things happen in the church. Even though we are Christians, we are still human beings, and we are not perfect. But when we take the time to examine our own lives, then we have an opportunity to right some of our wrongs. We make a way for Jesus to come into our lives and bring about healing and wholeness. This morning we are talking about the toxic behavior of cynicism. Associated Scripture: John 1:43-51. Your offering makes ministry possi...
2023-08-2717 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCToxic Christianity: Hypocrisy“Toxic Christianity!” This is not a phrase that we often hear in the life of the church. But unfortunately, it is something that people often experience in the life of the church. My hope is that we can experience healing and wholeness in Christ for the ways that we have been harmed by the church, and we can learn about ways that we have contributed to other people’s harm as we strive to be the people that God has called us to be. We begin our series by talking about the toxic behavior of “Hypocrisy.”  Associated Scripture: Matthew 23:25-28. ...
2023-08-2018 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCMoral of the Story: Lazarus and the Rich ManIn the parable of Lazarus and the Rich Man, Jesus offers this commentary on economic inequality, pointing out the stark contrast that exists between the rich and the poor. But there is a Great Reversal that occurs when the rich man and Lazarus die. Associated Scripture: Luke 16:9-31 Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at ⁠wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate⁠. Your support makes a difference!
2023-08-1317 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCMoral of the Story: Unjust JudgeJesus teaches about the importance of being persistent in our prayers by telling a story about how a woman’s persistence slowly wears down an unjust judge until he finally gives in and does the right thing. Associated Scripture: Luke 18:1-8 Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at ⁠wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate⁠. Your support makes a difference!
2023-08-0615 minPod Strangely Warmed
Pod Strangely Warmed"Tarleton & Belton Wesley" w/ Rev. Corey Moses and Rev. Katie LamoureuxWe're going Back To School again this week with our host Rev. Daniel Hawkins joined by a veteran Tarlton Wesley leader Rev. Corey Moses and the new campus ministry leader in Belton Rev. Katie Lamoureux.  As Katie is finishing up all the fun paperwork of starting a new Wesley, Corey is sharing the gospel online while playing videogames. To learn more about our College ministies in the Central Texas Conference visit ctcumc.org/collegiateandcampusministries
2023-08-0138 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCMoral of the Story: Workers in the FieldA landowner hires workers for his vineyard. Even though some of these laborers have worked for twelve hours, some for nine hours, some for six hours, some for three hours, and some for only one hour, they are all paid the exact same wage. Associated Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16 Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at ⁠wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate⁠. Your support makes a difference!
2023-07-3016 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCMoral of the Story: Pharisee & Tax CollectorA Pharisee and a tax collector walk into a Temple - two men who are polar opposites. One is considered righteous and the other is considered unrighteous. They both go into the Temple and pray to God, but Jesus tells us that only one walks away justified. Associated Scripture: Luke 18:9-14. Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at ⁠wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate⁠. Your support makes a difference!
2023-07-2317 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCMoral of the Story: Mustard SeedJesus tells us that the Kingdom of God is revealed through small, ordinary, objects like a mustard seed that grows into a large tree.  A tiny seed has the potential to grow into the largest of trees. Associated Scripture: Matthew 13:31-32. Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at ⁠wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate⁠. Your support makes a difference!
2023-07-0918 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCMoral of the Story: Leaven BreadA pinch of yeast is added to three measures of flour. That is about 50 pounds of flour! This is no ordinary recipe for a loaf of bread. Jesus tells this parable to share about the extravagance of God's kingdom! Associated Scripture: Matthew 13:33-35. Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at ⁠wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate⁠. Your support makes a difference!
2023-07-0216 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCMoral of the Story: The Pearl of Great PriceJesus tells a parable about a plowman who sells all of his possessions for a field with hidden treasure and a merchant who sells everything for one precious pearl. Associated Scripture: Matthew 13:44-46. Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at ⁠wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate⁠. Your support makes a difference!
2023-06-2518 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCMoral of the Story: The Prodigal SonJesus tells a parable about a prodigal son who wastes his inheritance. When he returns home, his father welcomes him, forgives him, and throws him a party! But the older brother is not as happy about the prodigal's return. Associated Scripture: Luke 15:11-32. Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at ⁠wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate⁠. Your support makes a difference!
2023-06-1817 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCMoral of the Story: The Good SamaritanJesus tells a parable about a traveler who is stripped, beaten, and left for dead on the side of the road. After a priest and Levite pass by on the other side of the road, a Samaritan shows the man compassion and saves the traveler's life. Through this parable, Jesus teaches us that our neighbor is not just the people right next door - but anybody who is in need. Associated Scripture: Luke 10:25-37. Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate. Your support makes a difference!
2023-06-1117 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCThe Seven Churches: LaodiceaOn this Pentecost morning, we are concluding our sermon series on the Seven Churches of Revelation as we talk about the Church in Laodicea - a church that has become lukewarm. When we are lukewarm, Jesus will spit us out of his mouth! Associated Scripture: Revelation 314-22. Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate. Your support makes a difference!
2023-05-2815 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCThe Seven Churches: PhiladelphiaThis morning we are continuing our sermon series on the Seven Churches of Revelation. So far, we have already talked about the Churches in Ephesus, Smyrna, Pergamum, Thyatira, and Sardis. Next week we are going to be wrapping it up on Pentecost Sunday by talking about the Church in Laodicea. This morning, we are exploring the Church in Philadelphia – a church that has grown complacent. Associated Scripture: Revelation 3:7-13. Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate. Your support makes a difference!
2023-05-2115 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCThe Seven Churches: SardisThis morning, in our series on the Seven Churches in Revelation, we look at the Sardis Church. This is a church that has a reputation for being alive, but they are in fact dead. Have you ever felt like church is boring? How might God be calling us to wake up and find excitement in what God is doing in our church and in our lives? How can we find ways to engage our faith inside and outside the church? Associated Scripture: Revelation 3:1-6. Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at...
2023-05-1416 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCThe Seven Churches: ThyatiraOver the past few weeks, we have been looking at Jesus’ message to the Seven Churches in Revelation - located in modern-day Turkey – the Church in Ephesus, Smyrna, Pergamum, Thyatira, Sardis, Philadelphia, and Laodicea. This letter, which is written by John, is being shared among each of these churches. It offers words of encouragement and praise, words of complaint and blame, and words of promise and hope. This morning we are looking at John’s message to the church in Thyatira - a church that has become too tolerant of idol worship. Associated Scripture: Revelation 2:18-29.  Your offering...
2023-05-0717 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCThe Seven Churches: PergamumOver the past few weeks, we have been looking at Jesus’ message to the Seven Churches in Revelation - located in modern-day Turkey – the Church in Ephesus, Smyrna, Pergamum, Thyatira, Sardis, Philadelphia, and Laodicea. This letter, which is written by John, is being shared among each of these churches. It offers words of encouragement and praise, words of complaint and blame, and words of promise and hope. This morning we are looking at John’s message to the church in Pergamum – a church that is called to discern and understand the truth of Christ. It is a church that is confus...
2023-04-3017 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCThe Seven Churches: SmyrnaThis morning we are continuing our sermon series called “The Seven” as we look at the Seven Churches of Revelation. While the Apostle John, is living in exile on the island of Patmos, he shares a Revelation from Jesus to these Seven Churches located in modern-day Turkey – the Church in Ephesus, Smyrna, Pergamum, Thyatira, Sardis, Philadelphia, and Laodicea. This letter, which is being shared among each of these churches, offers words of encouragement and praise, words of complaint and blame, and words of promise and hope.  This morning, we continue our series as we talk about this message to the Chur...
2023-04-2316 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCThe Seven Churches: EphesusThis morning we are starting a new sermon series called “The Seven” as we look at the Seven Churches of Revelation. The Apostle John, who is living in exile on the island of Patmos, receives a “Revelation” from Jesus. And he shares this message with these Seven Churches located in modern-day Turkey – the Church in Ephesus, Smyrna, Pergamum, Thyatira, Sardis, Philadelphia, and Laodicea. This letter, which is being shared among each of these churches, offers words of encouragement and praise, words of complaint and blame, and words of promise and hope. We get the sense that this letter is really writt...
2023-04-1617 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCMark My Words: Jesus Said SoOn this Easter morning, we celebrate the Resurrection of Jesus. We celebrate that, because of Christ, there is life after death. We are wrapping up our sermon series on the Gospel of Mark called “Mark My Words” as we celebrate the Risen Christ. We celebrate that Christ is Risen! Christ is Risen indeed! Associated Scripture: Mark 16:1-8  Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate. Your support makes a difference!
2023-04-1017 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCMark My Words: Passion ParadeThis morning we are celebrating Palm Sunday. We welcome Jesus into our sanctuary just as he was welcomed into Jerusalem while riding in on a donkey. We wave our palm branches in praise and worship just like the crowd did when Jesus made his triumphal entry for the Passover Festival. This morning, Jesus shows up in our sanctuary as we continue our sermon series “Mark My Words” on the Gospel of Mark. Today, we officially begin Holy Week leading us closer to the cross and the empty tomb. Associated Scripture: Mark 11:1-11 Your offering makes ministry possible at W...
2023-04-0214 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCMark My Words: Holy WasteThis morning, as we continue our exploration through Mark’s Gospel in our sermon series “Mark My Words,” we witness a moment of wastefulness. As an unnamed woman wastes a whole bottle of expensive perfume. She anoints Jesus as a king and simultaneously prepares him for his upcoming burial. Associated Scripture: Mark 14:3-9  Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate. Your support makes a difference!
2023-03-2616 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCMark My Words: The End TimesThis morning we are continuing our sermon series on the Gospel of Mark entitled, “Mark My Words.” And today, we find ourselves in an unusual place, as Jesus looks forward into the future – the end of the age. Associated Scripture: Mark 13:24-37  Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate. Your support makes a difference!
2023-03-1914 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCMark My Words: Widow's MiteThis morning, we are continuing our exploration through the Gospel of Mark in our sermon series “Mark My Words.” Today we are looking at the theme of gratitude and generosity as we explore the story of the widow who gave all she had as an offering to God. Associated Scripture: Mark 12:38-44  Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate. Your support makes a difference!
2023-03-1213 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCMark My Words: Blind BartimaeusIn all the healing stories in Mark’s Gospel, we are never given the name of the person being healed. They are all unnamed, anonymous. They are solely identified by their infirmities. That is, until we hear about the story of a blind beggar named Bartimaeus. Which begs the question: Why him? Why Bartimaeus? Why are we told his name? What makes him so special? Find out in today's sermon! Associated Scripture: Mark 10:46-52 Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate. Your support makes a difference!
2023-03-0513 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCMark My Words: Are You Able to Drink This CupThis morning, as we continue our sermon series “Mark My Words” we are looking at a question that James and John ask Jesus, “When you enter your throne, can we sit in places of honor next to you, one on your right and one on your left?” Jesus responds with yet another question, “Are you able to drink the cup that I drink?” Associated Scripture: Mark 10:35-45  Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate. Your support makes a difference!
2023-02-2612 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCMark My Words: TransfigurationOver the past several weeks have been working through our sermon series “Mark My Words,” which follows the story of Jesus in the Gospel of Mark. We are about at the halfway point through this Gospel and through this series. So, this morning we are looking at the story of Jesus’ Transfiguration. Associated Scripture: Mark 9:2-9  Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate. Your support makes a difference!
2023-02-1917 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCMark My Words: Be PreparedOver the past several weeks we have been working our way through our sermon series entitled, “Mark My Words,” as we explore the life and ministry of Jesus through the Gospel of Mark – the oldest and the shortest of all four of the Gospels. In this Scripture, Jesus goes back to his hometown of Nazareth where he preaches in the synagogue. Jesus looks out among the congregation – people who have known him his whole life – but he is not well received. There, in his hometown, among his own people, Jesus is rejected. Associated Scripture: Mark 6:1-13 Your offering make...
2023-02-1218 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCMark My Words: Markan SandwichWe are continuing our sermon series, “Mark My Words,” as we explore the life and ministry of Jesus through the Gospel of Mark. Today’s Scripture has two healing stories wrapped up into one! This is something that happens a lot in the Gospel of Mark, and scholars call it a “Markan Sandwich.” Like pastrami on rye, or peanut butter and jelly, or ham and cheese. These flavors complement each other and enhance each other. The flavor of the inner story adds to the flavor of the outer story – and vice versa. Mark tells the story of a desperate father who as...
2023-02-0519 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCMark My Words: Pig TalesWe are continuing our sermon series, “Mark My Words,” as we explore the life and ministry of Jesus through the Gospel of Mark. Our scripture lesson this morning also involves pigs from hell. Jesus heals the Gerasene Demoniac! How can the church share in the healing power of Christ with those afflicted by the legion of demons in the world today? Associated Scripture: Mark 5:1-20 Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate. Your support makes a difference!
2023-01-2920 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCMark My Words: Parable of the SowerThis morning, we are continuing our sermon series called, “Mark My Words.” Throughout this series, we are exploring the life and ministry of Jesus according to the Gospel of Mark. Today Jesus tells a parable about a farmer who throws handfuls of seed in every direction! Some of the seed falls on the path, some of the seed falls on the rocky ground, and some of the seed falls among the thorns, and some of the seed falls on the good soil. Associated Scripture: Mark 4:1-20 Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today onlin...
2023-01-2214 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCMark My Words: Stretcher BearersThis morning, we are continuing our sermon series called, “Mark My Words.” Throughout this series, we are exploring the life and ministry of Jesus according to the Gospel of Mark. This is the oldest and shortest of the four Gospels. The narrative moves very quickly and abruptly. A lot happens in just a few short verses. This morning, we are continuing our series by looking at the story of the paralyzed man who is healed by Jesus. Associated Scripture: Mark 2:1-12 Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate. Your...
2023-01-1515 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCMark My Words: Baptized Together (Guest Speaker Rev. Austin Byerly)This morning, Rev. Austin Byerly kicks off our new sermon series called, “Mark My Words" as we look at Jesus’ baptism. Throughout this series, we are going to be exploring the life and ministry of Jesus according to the Gospel of Mark. This is the oldest and shortest of the four Gospels. It moves very quickly and abruptly. Mark wastes no time getting to the point. Associated Scripture: Mark 1:4-13 Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate. Your support makes a difference!
2023-01-0819 minBar of the Conference
Bar of the ConferenceGood and Bad News, and the UMC’s Longest Night with Jeremy SmithWelcome to Bar of the Conference. “I want us to be a church that celebrates the quality of our Wesleyan relationships rather than the quantity of people in our pews” Our first pilot episode is with Rev. Jeremy Smith, UMC elder in the Greater Northwest area and blogger at Hacking Christianity. Derrick and Jeremy talk about the good and bad news for those who intend to stay in the UMC. Jeremy likens this season of the denomination to the longest night (December 21) and he believes that 2023 will eventually bring better days for the people called Unit...
2023-01-0656 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCPreparing for Christmas: Witness to the LightAt the very beginning of the Gospel of John, we see this image of Jesus being the light. Jesus is the Word of God, he existed before time, and he was present during creation. In him is life and the life is the light of all people. And so, this morning, we are continuing our sermon series “Preparing for Christmas,” as we explore how John the Baptist acts as a witness testifying to Jesus as the Light of the World. Associated Scripture: John 1:1-9; 19-28 Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at w...
2022-12-1817 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCPreparing for Christmas: John's Message & MinistryThrough this sermon series: “Preparing for Christmas” we are looking at the life and ministry of John the Baptist. It is my hope that through this series we will find ways to prepare our hearts for the coming of Christ this Christmas. This morning we are continuing our series as we explore John the Baptist’s sermon in the wilderness. Associated Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12 Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate. Your support makes a difference!
2022-12-1117 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCPreparing for Christmas: John's BirthOn the Second Sunday of Advent, we are continuing our sermon series entitled, “Preparing for Christmas” as we look at the life and ministry of John the Baptist. My hope is that through this series, with the help of John the Baptist, we will be able to prepare our hearts for the coming of Christ at Christmas and for his second coming. Our series continues with the birth of John the Baptist. Associated Scripture: Luke 1:57-66  Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate. Your support makes a difference!
2022-12-0420 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCPreparing for Christmas: John's AnnunciationOn the First Sunday of Advent, we are beginning a new sermon series entitled, “Preparing for Christmas” as we look at the life and ministry of John the Baptist. My hope is that through this series, with the help of John the Baptist, we will be able to prepare our hearts for the coming of Christ at Christmas and for his second coming. Our series begins with the foretelling of John’s birth in his Annunciation. Associated Scripture: Luke 1:5-17  Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate. Your support...
2022-11-2719 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCDiscovering Jesus: As PresenceThis morning, we are concluding our sermon series: “Discovering Jesus as Friend, Teacher, Savior, Lord, Way, and Presence.” Throughout this series, we have been looking at the different ways that we experience Jesus in our daily lives. This morning we are exploring what it means to experience Jesus as Presence. Associated Scripture: Colossians 1:15-20  Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate. Your support makes a difference!
2022-11-2015 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCDiscovering Jesus: As WayThis morning, we are continuing our sermon series: “Discovering Jesus as Friend, Teacher, Savior, Lord, Way, and Presence.” In this series, we are reflecting on the questions: “Who is Jesus, really?” and “What does it mean to actually follow Jesus in our daily lives?” We are seeking to answer these questions by looking at the different ways that we experience Jesus. This morning, we are exploring Jesus as Way. Associated Scripture: John 14:1-7  Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate. Your support makes a difference!
2022-11-1319 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCDiscovering Jesus: As LordThis morning, we are continuing our sermon series: “Discovering Jesus as Friend, Teacher, Savior, Lord, Way, and Presence.” In this series, we are reflecting on the questions: “Who is Jesus, really?” and “What does it mean to actually follow Jesus in our daily lives?” We are seeking to answer these questions by looking at the different ways that we experience Jesus. This morning, we are exploring Jesus as Lord. Associated Scripture: Luke 6:46-49 Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate. Your support makes a difference!
2022-11-0615 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCDiscovering Jesus: As SaviorWe are continuing our sermon series: “Discovering Jesus as Friend, Teacher, Savior, Lord, Way, and Presence.” In this series, we are reflecting on the questions: “Who is Jesus, really?” and “What does it mean to actually follow Jesus in our daily lives?” We are seeking to answer these questions by looking at the different ways that we experience Jesus. This morning, we are exploring Jesus as Savior. Associated Scripture: John 3:16-21  Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate. Your support makes a difference!
2022-10-3018 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCDiscovering Jesus: As TeacherIn our sermon series: “Discovering Jesus as Friend, Teacher, Savior, Lord, Way, and Presence,” we are looking at the questions: “Who is Jesus, really?” and “What does it mean to actually follow Jesus in our daily lives?” These are important questions that we all need to consider as Christians. And one of the ways that we are seeking to answer these questions is by looking at the ways we experience Jesus in our daily lives. And this morning, we are looking at how we experience Jesus as Teacher. Associated Scripture: John 13:13-17  Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memori...
2022-10-2318 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCDiscovering Jesus: As FriendIn our sermon series: “Discovering Jesus as Friend, Teacher, Savior, Lord, Way, and Presence” We are going to be looking at the questions: “Who is Jesus, really?” and “What does it mean to actually follow Jesus in our daily lives?” One of the best ways to answer these questions is by talking about how we experience Jesus as Christians. This is an opportunity for us to discover who Jesus is, what Jesus means to us, and how that makes an impact on our lives. And so, this morning, we are kicking off our series by talking about how we experience Jesu...
2022-10-1618 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCGenerations in Genesis: Joseph and His BrothersThrough this series, we have looked at Adam and Eve, Cain and Abel, Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. And we have seen how God has worked in this family bloodline through all their mistakes and failures – in good times and in bad times – from generation to generation. This morning we are wrapping up this series as we talk about Joseph and his brothers. Associated Scripture: Genesis 37:3-4, 12-18  Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate. Your support makes a difference!
2022-10-0219 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCGenerations in Genesis: Rachel and LeahThis morning is the penultimate sermon in our series: “Generations in Genesis.” We only have one more Sunday left after today. In this series, we have seen these family members fighting, arguing, and bickering. But we have also seen how God still works despite all the brokenness and chaos in this family. This morning we are looking at the story of two sisters, Rachel, and Leah. Associated Scripture: Genesis 29:16-28 Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate. Your support makes a difference!
2022-09-2522 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCGenerations in Genesis: Jacob and EsauWe are continuing our sermon series: “Generations in Genesis” as we explore the first family in the Bible. As we look at each of these family members and see how they are broken – it gives us an opportunity to recognize how our own families are broken as well. But God is still working in us, and through us, despite our mistakes and failures. This morning we are looking at the story of Jacob and Esau. Associated Scripture: Genesis 25:21-34 Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate. Your support makes...
2022-09-1819 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCGenerations in Genesis: Isaac and RebekahWe are continuing our sermon series: “Generations in Genesis” as we explore the first family in the Bible. As we look at each of these family members and see how they are broken – it gives us an opportunity to recognize how our own families are broken as well. But God is still working in us, and through us, despite our mistakes and failures. This morning we are looking at the story of Isaac and Rebekah. Associated Scripture: Genesis 24:42-48; 58-67 Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate. Your suppor...
2022-09-1119 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCGenerations in Genesis: Abraham & IsaacWe are continuing our sermon series: “Generations in Genesis” as we explore the first family in the Bible. As we look at each of these family members and see how they are broken – it gives us an opportunity to recognize how our own families are broken as well. But despite all of our sins, and mistakes, and failures – we can see how God is still working in us, and through us, to bring about God’s will. This morning we are looking at one of the most familiar stories in the Bible – the story of Abraham and Isaac. Associated Scripture: Ge...
2022-09-0418 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCGenerations in Genesis: Abraham & SarahIn our sermon series: “Generations in Genesis" we are exploring the first family in Genesis. And as we explore this family tree, we see how God works with us and through us despite our messy and chaotic lives. This morning we are looking at one of the most disturbing, horrific, and upsetting stories in the entire Bible – the story of Abraham, Sarah, and Hagar. Associated Scripture: Genesis 21:1-3; 9-13 Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate. Your support makes a difference!
2022-08-2819 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCGenerations in Genesis: Cain & AbelThis morning we are continuing our sermon series, called: “Generations in Genesis.” Throughout this series we are tracing the bloodline of the first family in Genesis from Adam and Eve in the Garden – to Joseph and his brothers in Egypt. In each of the stories of these family members, we are reminded that our families are also chaotic, messy, and broken. But we are also reminded of how God works in us and through us – despite our mistakes and failures. This morning we are looking at the story of the first siblings, Cain, and Abel. Associated Scripture: Genesis 4:1-16 You...
2022-08-2118 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCGenerations in Genesis: Adam & EveIn this sermon series, “Generations in Genesis" we are tracing the bloodline of the first family in Genesis from Adam and Eve in the Garden – to Joseph and his brothers in Egypt. In each of the stories of these family members, we are reminded that we are chaotic, messy, and broken. But we are also reminded of how God works in us and through us – despite our mistakes and failures. This morning we are going to be looking at the first humans – the first family in the Bible – Adam and Eve. Associated Scripture: Genesis 3:1-13 Your offering makes minis...
2022-08-1418 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCWorship in Action: Come and GoThis morning we are wrapping up our sermon series: “Worship in Action.” Throughout this series, we have explored how the basic pattern of worship is connected to our lives as disciples. we are concluding our series as we explore what it means to “Go and make disciples” through Jesus’ Great Commission. Associated Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20 Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give today online at wesleymemorial-etowah.org/donate. Your support makes a difference!
2022-07-3117 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCWorship in Action: Come and EatAs we continue our series “Worship in Action,” we explore what it means to “share at the table” as we look at the sacrament of Holy Communion. “Worship in Action" is inspired by the basic pattern of worship that we experience on Sunday mornings: The Call to Worship, Hearing God’s Word, Offering our Response, Sharing at the Table, and Sending Forth into the World. Our worship invites us to live out our call as disciples as we seek: to come & follow, listen & learn, give of ourselves, commune together, and make disciples. This morning, we explore what it means to “share at t...
2022-07-2417 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCWorship in Action: Come and GiveOur sermon series entitled: “Worship in Action" is inspired by the basic pattern of our weekly worship. Our first week, we talked about what it means to “come and follow,” and we remembered the call of the first disciples. Last week, we talked about what it means to “listen and learn,” and he talked about the story of Mary and Martha. This morning we are continuing our series as we explore what it means to give of ourselves by looking at the story of Zacchaeus. Associated Scripture: Luke 19:1-10 Your offering makes ministry possible at Wesley Memorial UMC! Give...
2022-07-1721 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCWorship in Action: Come and ListenThis sermon series: “Worship in Action” is inspired by the basic pattern of our weekly worship. Each Sunday we have: The Call to Worship, We Receive God’s Word, We Offer our Response to God, We Share at the Table, and We are Sent Forth into the World. And this pattern of worship also mimics the structure and flow of our call as disciples as we seek to: come and follow, listen and learn, give of ourselves, commune together, and make disciples of Jesus Christ. This morning we are continuing this series by looking at the importance of listening to God...
2022-07-1017 minWesley Etowah UMC
Wesley Etowah UMCWorship in Action: Come and FollowWe begin our series “Worship in Action" which is inspired by the basic pattern of worship that we experience on Sunday mornings: The Call to Worship, Hearing God’s Word, Offering our Response, Sharing at the Table, and Sending Forth into the World. Our worship invites us to live out our call as disciples as we seek: to come & follow, listen & learn, give of ourselves, commune together, and make disciples. This morning, we are kicking off this series by exploring how the call to worship is connected to Jesus’ call to discipleship. Associated Scripture: Matthew 4:18-22 Your offerin...
2022-07-0316 minRev Hooker Teaches & Preaches
Rev Hooker Teaches & PreachesCommunity 7 Last Sayings of Jesus Organized Wesley Chapel UMC 20207 Last WordsPrefaceAudio (3:56)1. Rev Keith Hunter, Camden First UMC"Father, forgive them, they know not what they do." (Luke 23:34)2. Rev Dr. Robin Dease, Hartsville DS"This day you will be with me in Paradise." (Luke 23:433. Rev. Dr. Stephen LoveGreenWood DS"Woman, behold your son." (John 19: 26-7)4. Rev Charles white, IDQuency UMC"My God, My God, why have you forsaken me?" (Mark 15:34)5. Dominique Gate Trinity AME"I thirst." (John 19:28)6.Rev Angela Ford Nelson...
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