Life Upc's Past Services

Sunday School 9/20/26 Ashyr Carrington

Mid-Week Service 9/16/26 Evangelist George Hurt

Sunday School Service The Will of the Wind: Pastor Burks

Sunday School LessonUnderstanding the Will of God: Bro. Tony Taylor

Sunday school lesson God of Second Chances: Bro. Fred Carrol

This service, led by Rev. Rodney Burks, challenges the congregation to shift their focus from personal needs to the mission of the church. The message emphasizes that the church is designed to be a place of healing and outreach for those who are lost and suffering, rather than a place for members to prioritize their own problems or comfort

Rev. Burks uses the metaphor of a hospital, explaining that the church is a place for the sick to be treated and encouraged, not a social club for the already-saved. He stresses that true growth and spiritual impact come from interacting with the culture and "living on the edge"—engaging with those outside the faith—rather than isolating oneself. The sermon concludes by calling the congregation to step out of their "boats" of comfort, just as Peter stepped out onto the water, to follow Jesus' call to reach the broken and needy, reminding them that the mission is not about them, but about the kingdom of God

Welcome to this episode of the Life UPC Mount Pleasant podcast! In this special Sunday service recorded on August 30, 2026, Bro. Tony Taylor delivers a powerful and timely word titled "The World's Shortest Message."

Drawing inspiration from the shortest verse in the Bible—John 11:35, "Jesus wept"—Bro. Tony reminds us that while our lives here on earth are incredibly short, our impact for the Kingdom can leave a lasting legacy. What is the world's shortest, yet most powerful message you can ever preach? It's just one word: Jesus.