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Great Question: The Sacred Art of Asking Questions

"Where are you ?" Genesis 3:6-10

Will Dyer

1-5-2025

Will Dyer introduces a new nine-week series , leading up to Lent, focusing on the questions we ask of God and those God asks of us. ​ He begins by reading Genesis 3:6-13, recounting the story of Adam and Eve's disobedience and God's question, "Where are you?" ​ The sermon emphasizes the importance of asking deep, provocative questions in our faith journey, challenging the notion that doubt is the opposite of faith. ​ Instead, it suggests that indifference is the true opposite of faith. ​Will Dyer reflects on the human tendency to scapegoat and avoid responsibility, as seen in Adam and Eve's responses. ​ The sermon concludes by encouraging listeners to own their brokenness, turn to Jesus, and recognize that God's grace, through Jesus, offers redemption and eternal life.

Psalms 98

12-22-2024

Will Dyer

The sermon focuses on the concept of joy, particularly as it relates to the Christmas season and the song "Joy to the World." ​ Will Dyer emphasizes that joy is fundamentally different from happiness, which is fleeting and often tied to material or temporary circumstances. ​ True joy, according to the sermon, is a deep, enduring state that comes from recognizing and accepting Jesus as Lord and King, and aligning one's life with His teachings. ​ The sermon references Psalm 98 and the writings of CS Lewis and Tim Keller to illustrate that joy is rooted in the assurance of God's presence and faithfulness. Will Dyer encourages the congregation to seek joy through a relationship with Jesus, which sustains them through both good times and challenges, and to understand that this joy is available to all of creation. ​ The sermon concludes with a call to embrace this joy and live a life transformed by Jesus' grace.

Luke 2:8-20

12-15-2025

Will Dyer

The sermon focuses on the story from Luke 2:8-20, emphasizing the announcement of Jesus' birth by the angels to the shepherds. Will Dyer highlights the common misconceptions about the appearance of angels and contrasts them with the biblical depiction from Ezekiel. ​ The central message is the proclamation of peace by the angels, which is not merely the absence of conflict but the profound biblical concept of "shalom" – universal flourishing, wholeness, and delight. ​ The sermon stresses that true peace, as announced by the angels, is available to those on whom God's favor rests, and it comes exclusively through faith in Jesus Christ. Will Dyer encourages the congregation to embrace this peace and reject the materialistic and consumer-driven distractions of the holiday season, urging them to trust in Jesus for a life of true peace and fulfillment.

Isaiah 11:1-9

12-8-2024

Will Dyer

The sermon focuses on the significance of Advent, emphasizing its dual nature: the celebration of Jesus Christ's first coming at Christmas and the anticipation of His second coming. ​ Will Dyer reads from Isaiah 11:1-9, highlighting the prophecy of a future king who will bring justice and peace. ​ The sermon underscores the importance of recognizing that God is with us, as symbolized by the name Emmanuel, and encourages believers to celebrate, wait, and work during the Advent season. Will Dyer calls for introspection and preparation for Jesus' return, urging the congregation to live in a way that reflects the hope and peace of God's kingdom. The message concludes with a prayer for God's presence and guidance in living out these principles.

Luke 2:1-21

Matt Hester

12-1-2024

The sermon focuses on the story of Jesus' birth as recounted in Luke chapter 2, emphasizing the humble and unexpected circumstances of the event. Matt Hester reflects on how the Christmas season begins and the various traditions people have, but ultimately highlights the importance of understanding and believing in the true meaning of Christmas. ​ The birth of Jesus, marked by humility and simplicity, serves as a reminder that God often works through the most unlikely situations and people. ​ The sermon encourages believers to see the holiness in everyday moments and to trust that God can transform the ordinary into the extraordinary. It concludes with a call to embrace the unexpected and to live with faith and trust in God's presence and purpose. ​

11-24-2024

Will Dyer

The sermon focuses on living as people of gratitude and grace, emphasizing the importance of treating others with kindness, generosity, and humility. ​ It begins by referencing Philippians 2:3-4, which encourages believers to consider others as superior and look after their interests. ​ Will Dyer highlights the upcoming Thanksgiving and Friendsgiving celebrations, noting that these gatherings often include people we may not enjoy being around. ​ The sermon draws on teachings from rabbis Hillel and Shammai, as well as Jesus' Sermon on the Mount, to illustrate the principle of treating others as we would like to be treated, known as the Golden Rule. Will Dyer stresses that proper thinking, rooted in understanding our own brokenness and the grace we've received from Jesus, leads to proper living. ​ By adopting the mindset of Christ, who humbled himself for humanity's sake, believers can extend grace and generosity to others, transforming their relationships and interactions. ​ The sermon concludes with a call to recognize and embrace the grace of God, which enables us to live with a thankful heart and in right relationships with others. ​

11-17-2024

Will Dyer

The sermon focuses on the importance of living with a posture of gratitude and generosity, emphasizing that Thanksgiving should be more than just a preamble to Christmas. ​ Will Dyer reads Psalm 136, highlighting God's enduring love and goodness. ​ He explains that understanding God's fundamental nature as loving and kind is crucial for living a thankful life. ​ The sermon encourages believers to recognize God's goodness in all aspects of life, from creation to daily provisions, and ultimately through the sacrifice of Jesus on the cross. Will Dyer urges the congregation to live with gratitude every day, trusting in God's steadfast love and expressing thankfulness for His blessings. ​

11-10-2024

Will Dyer

The sermon emphasizes the importance of recognizing and engaging in spiritual warfare as described by Paul in Ephesians 6:10-24. ​ Will Dyer highlights that the battle is not against other people but against spiritual forces and principalities. ​ He encourages the congregation to put on the full armor of God, which includes the belt of truth, the breastplate of justice, shoes ready to spread the good news of peace, the shield of faith, the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is God's word. ​ The sermon underscores the need to root one's identity in Jesus and remember who He is and what He has done. ​ Will also addresses the cultural tendency to place oneself at the center of the universe and urges the congregation to resist this by centering their lives on Jesus. ​ The ultimate message is to find life and identity in Jesus, leading to a faithful and fulfilling existence. ​

11-3-2024

Will Dyer

11-3-2024

10/27/2024

Will Dyer

The sermon, part of a series on Ephesians, focuses on practical aspects of Christian living as outlined by Paul in Ephesians 5:11-20. ​ Will Dyer emphasizes the importance of living wisely and making the most of every opportunity in a world filled with wickedness. ​ He highlights how music, particularly hymns and spiritual songs, can deeply influence our minds and hearts, encouraging believers to fill their lives with positive, God-honoring content. ​ The sermon underscores that following Jesus is a lifelong journey that impacts every area of life, not just a one-time decision. ​ It calls for self-examination and intentional living, urging believers to be small working models of new creation, reflecting God's goodness in all they do. ​ The message concludes with an invitation to partake in communion, reminding the congregation of Jesus' sacrifice and the transformative power of His love. ​