1-18-2026

 

Today’s message emphasizes the importance of cultivating a deep and meaningful prayer life by following the acronym P.R.A.Y.—Pause, Rejoice, Ask, Yield. It highlights the significance of pausing to connect with God and then rejoicing in His presence as a loving and holy Father. ​ Will Dyer explains that God is both a compassionate parent who desires a relationship with us and a holy, sovereign Creator deserving of reverence. ​ To rejoice in God’s presence, we are encouraged to awaken our souls, pray the Psalms, worship through music, and celebrate with others in community. ​ The message concludes with a call to reflect on where and how we feel closest to God and to embrace opportunities to rejoice in His love and holiness. ​

1-11-2026

 

The message focused on the importance of prayer and the practice of pausing to connect deeply with God. ​ Will Dyer emphasizes that prayer is not merely a transactional act of asking for things but a relational practice that fosters a meaningful connection with God. ​ Drawing from scripture, including Psalm 46:10 and Ecclesiastes 5:1-2, the message highlights the significance of stillness and silence in prayer, encouraging believers to pause, reflect, and recenter their priorities on God. ​

Using insights from Pete Greig’s book How to Pray: A Simple Guide for Normal People, Will Dyer introduces the acronym PRAY—Pause, Rejoice, Ask, Yield—as a framework for prayer. ​ Practical tips for pausing include relaxing, breathing, speaking simple phrases, and repeating the process to quiet the mind and focus on God’s presence. ​ The message concludes with a call to embrace silence as an essential step in cultivating a deep and transformative relationship with God. ​

1-4-2026

 

The message is the beginning of a five-week series on prayer, emphasizing its importance in connecting with God. ​ Will Dyer references Pete Gregg’s book, How to Pray: A Simple Guide for Normal People, as a foundational guide for the series, highlighting its practical approach to prayer. ​ The sermon focuses on three key principles for effective prayer: keeping it simple, keeping it real, and keeping it up. Simple prayers, like the Lord’s Prayer, are accessible and profound, while authentic prayers allow individuals to express their true emotions to God. ​ Consistency in prayer is emphasized, with encouragement to find a personal “place” for prayer, making it easy and enjoyable. ​ Will Dyer uses examples from scripture and historical figures, such as Jesus and Susanna Wesley, to illustrate the importance of prayer in daily life and to inspire the audience to deepen their relationship with God through prayer. ​