Mark Hampton
5-25-2025
John 14

Will Dyer
5-18-2025
Matthew 28:16-20

The message emphasizes living in the light of Jesus’ teachings, particularly as graduates embark on new chapters in life. ​ It highlights the Great Commission from Matthew 28:16-20, where Jesus declares His authority over heaven and earth, calls His followers to make disciples, and assures them of His constant presence. ​ The speaker encourages graduates and all listeners to recognize Jesus as the most brilliant teacher, embrace His counter-cultural values of grace, humility, and sacrifice, and live as His disciples by embodying His teachings in daily life. ​ Ultimately, the message underscores the importance of worshiping Jesus with the whole of one’s life, trusting in His guidance, and sharing His love with the world. ​

Will Dyer
5-11-2025
Luke 24:12-32

The sermon reflects on the story of the road to Emmaus, emphasizing the transformative power of radical hospitality and the recognition of Jesus in unexpected moments. ​ It highlights how Cleopas and another traveler, despite their grief, invited a stranger (Jesus) into their home, embodying the ancient Jewish value of welcoming strangers. ​ Through the breaking of bread, their eyes were opened, shifting from fear to joy, symbolizing new creation and life through Christ. ​ The message challenges Christians to embrace empathy, generosity, and kindness, countering the self-centeredness of modern culture. ​ It calls for a renewed perspective, urging believers to see the world through Jesus’ eyes, filled with grace and possibility, and to extend radical hospitality to others. ​ The sermon concludes with a prayer for spiritual awakening and the courage to follow Jesus into a life of hope and transformation.

Will Dyer
5-4-2025

The message explores the story of Thomas, often labeled “doubting Thomas,” to challenge the notion that doubt is the opposite of faith. ​ Instead, it argues that indifference, not doubt, is the true opposite of faith. ​ Doubt is presented as a divine invitation to deeper understanding and connection with God. ​ Using examples from scripture, including Thomas, David, Moses, and even Jesus, the speaker emphasizes that questioning and wrestling with doubt are integral to the journey of faith. ​ Jesus does not reprimand Thomas for his doubt but invites him to experience and believe, leading Thomas to proclaim Jesus as “My Lord and my God.” ​ Will Dyer encourages embracing doubt as an opportunity for growth and joy, urging believers to bring their questions and struggles to God, who is big enough to meet them in their uncertainties. ​

John 20:19-31
4-28-2025
Will Dyer

Matthew 22:15-22
11-3-2024
Will Dyer

In this sermon, Will Dyer addresses the intersection of faith and politics, emphasizing the importance of approaching political decisions through the lens of Jesus’ teachings. ​ Initially planned to discuss marriage and household codes from Paul’s letter to the Ephesians, the speaker pivots to focus on the upcoming election day. ​ Using the story from Matthew 22:15-22, where Jesus is asked about paying taxes to Caesar, the speaker highlights Jesus’ wisdom in navigating politically charged questions without falling into binary choices. ​ The sermon encourages believers to prioritize their allegiance to Jesus and the kingdom of God over political affiliations, urging them to reject divisive binaries and embrace a more inclusive, Christ-centered perspective. ​ The Will Dyer concludes by reminding the congregation that while political participation is important, it should not overshadow their primary commitment to following Jesus and embodying his teachings in all aspects of life. ​

Mark Hampton
9-1-2024
Luke 14:12-24

The sermon is based on a parable from Luke chapter 14, where Jesus challenges the traditional notions of hospitality and social interactions. ​ Mark Hampton emphasizes the importance of reassessing priorities and relationships, urging listeners to extend invitations to those who are often neglected or marginalized, such as the poor, crippled, blind, and lame. By highlighting the inversion of societal norms in the kingdom of God, the sermon underscores the need to welcome all without discrimination. It calls for radical hospitality, reminding individuals to consider who is not at their table and to extend invitations beyond their immediate circles. Ultimately, the message conveys the transformative power of inclusion and acceptance, reflecting Christ’s unconditional invitation to all.