November 23, 2025

The message given by Will Dyer is centered on Psalm 62, emphasizing the importance of living with a posture of gratitude and finding rest in God. Will highlights that true thanksgiving is not about being grateful for material possessions or perfect circumstances but about recognizing and being thankful for God’s presence, power, and loving kindness (hesed). ​ Drawing on historical context, such as Abraham Lincoln’s Thanksgiving proclamation during the Civil War, the sermon underscores that gratitude begins in the soul and is rooted in the understanding that everything we have is a gift from God. ​ Will encourages the congregation to reflect on Psalm 62 daily, finding peace and rest in God, who is described as a rock, salvation, and refuge. The message concludes with a prayer, asking for God’s guidance to live with grace and gratitude, anchored in His love and mercy. ​

November 16, 2025

The message focuses on Psalm 30, emphasizing how God transforms mourning into joy and grief into dancing. ​ It highlights the importance of living with gratitude and recognizing that every blessing is an unmerited gift from God. ​ Will Dyer reflects on the honesty of the Psalms, which acknowledge both joy and pain, and reminds listeners that God hears their cries, rescues them from suffering, and renews their lives, bringing beauty from brokenness. ​ Through personal anecdotes and biblical examples, the message underscores that even in moments of despair, God is present, working for good, and leading believers into a future filled with hope and joy. ​ The ultimate act of joy and renewal is found in the resurrection of Jesus, which assures that sorrow and loss do not have the final word. ​ Will Dyer encourages listeners to reflect on how God has turned their sorrow into joy and to live with grateful hearts, trusting in His enduring love and goodness. ​

November 9, 2025

The message emphasizes gratitude and the call for followers of Jesus to share God’s love and faithfulness with others, especially during the season of Thanksgiving. ​ Drawing from Psalm 105 and 1 John 4:19-20, Will Dyer highlights the importance of remembering God’s blessings and faithfulness throughout history and in personal lives. ​ This gratitude should inspire Christians to give, serve, and pray for their community and missional partners, demonstrating God’s love to the world. ​ The church is committed to supporting various local and international initiatives, such as providing food, medical care, education, and shelter to vulnerable populations. ​ The congregation is encouraged to respond by committing to these efforts through financial contributions, volunteering, and prayer, as a tangible expression of their faith and gratitude for God’s love. ​

November 2, 2025

Will Dyer reflects on the parable of the talents from Matthew 25:14-30, emphasizing its relevance to the present rather than the afterlife. ​ They highlight the generosity of God and the responsibility of individuals and the church to use their gifts to serve others and further God’s kingdom. ​ Will Dyer critiques the tendency to hoard blessings and calls for a shift from scarcity to generosity, urging the congregation to actively share their resources, talents, and love to address spiritual and physical needs in the community. ​ They celebrate the church’s recent achievements, including becoming debt-free and allocating funds for missions, while encouraging personal reflection on how each individual can contribute to multiplying God’s blessings. The message concludes with a prayer for boldness, gratitude, and a commitment to living with a heart of thanksgiving and service.

August 31, 2025

The message emphasizes the importance of finding one’s identity in Christ rather than in work, achievements, relationships, or societal expectations. ​ Using Paul’s letter to the Corinthians as a foundation, it highlights how the church at Corinth lost its way by defining themselves through divisions, quarrels, and worldly measures. ​ Will Dyer reflects on the human tendency to root identity in transient things like careers, appearances, or roles, which can lead to instability and dissatisfaction. ​ Instead, the message calls for embracing the unshakable identity found in being a child of God, redeemed through Christ. ​ Through this lens, believers are reminded that “all things are yours because you belong to Christ, and Christ belongs to God,” encouraging them to live with confidence, purpose, and a deeper connection to God’s grace. ​

Mark Hampton
5-25-2025
John 14

The sermon reflects on the promises Jesus made to his disciples in John 14, offering hope and encouragement for both their journey and ours today. ​ It highlights four key promises: Jesus prepares a place for us in the Father’s house, symbolizing redemption and belonging; He sends the Holy Spirit as a helper, teacher, and reminder of His words; He assures us we will not be left as orphans, restoring the way to life and truth lost in Eden; and He grants us divine peace that surpasses worldly peace. ​ The speaker connects these promises to the struggles and distractions of life, likening them to a road trip where the ultimate destination is the Father’s house. ​ The sermon encourages listeners to cling to these promises, find hope in the journey, and live in anticipation of being welcomed into God’s eternal household. ​

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

The sermon reflects on the post-resurrection story from John 20:19-31, emphasizing the disciples’ transition from fear to joy through Jesus’ presence. ​ Despite their initial fear and isolation, Jesus appears among them, offering peace and breathing new life into them through the Holy Spirit. The message highlights the distinction between being scared and living in fear, urging listeners to trust in Jesus’ transformative power to overcome fear and anxiety. ​ It underscores the biblical command “Don’t be afraid,” repeated 365 times, and invites individuals to reflect on areas in their lives where they need Jesus to bring renewal and flourishing. ​ The sermon concludes with a call to embrace the new life offered by Christ, moving from fear to hope and living as God intended. ​

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. ​

Sermon Transcript

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.

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