Noblesville First Sermons

In Paris, sermons were preached not in words, but in beauty. From stained glass to carved stone, every work of art whispered the same truth — God is here. The artists who shaped and painted did more than create; they testified. And the same Spirit that inspired them moves through us today. In every meal prepared with love, every song sung, every act of kindness offered, we reveal the heart of God. This message invites us to see how our everyday creativity becomes worship — a way to preach without words and reflect the beauty of the Creator.

All Saints Day is a sacred moment when we remember that the story of faith is still being written—through the lives and legacies of those who have gone before us, and through us who carry their light forward. In Hands and Feet, we’ll honor the Saints who have joined the Church Triumphant this year, speaking their names, lighting candles, and tolling bells to celebrate lives that continue to shape our community.

Together, we’ll remember that we do not grieve alone, but as one body of Christ—sharing in both joy and sorrow, life and loss. As we light candles for those we’ve loved and lost, we proclaim once more that the light of Christ shines through every act of love and service, through every hand extended and every step taken in faith. Even in the face of death, we witness to the hope of eternal life—the light that no darkness can overcome.

Maybe your own itinerary has shifted lately—dreams delayed, goals detoured, expectations undone. But here’s the truth: God’s plans are always better than ours. God’s timing, direction, and purpose—they outshine even our best laid plans.

In this message, we’ll take our “passports” to Damascus and see how the presence of Jesus changes our plans to His purpose. Saul and Ananias had their own detailed plans—until one encounter on the road completely rerouted their lives.

We're unpacking the story of the Israelites confronting the walls of Jericho. Before they reached that city, they spent years in the desert—shedding the old ways of Egypt and learning to trust in God’s leading.

We invite you to reflect: What does it mean to follow faith wherever God leads? How does faith empower us to tear down the walls that keep us out, keep us in, or keep us from knowing the love of Christ?

Our faith travels take us to Egypt this week and the story of God’s people, slaves and aliens in a foreign land, who cry out to God when they feel they can no longer endure the hardships of their present life, hoping their cry will be heard. In our lives we all have those times when we cry out to the Lord. We wonder if God hears us. Yet, the story of God’s people in Egypt reminds us that God does hear our pleas.

Pack your bags, grab your passport and join us at the sanctuary boarding gate as we take flight to Egypt to continue our journey of discovery and grace with God as our guide.

Our first stop in this series is Eden, the place where humanity was meant to dwell. In Eden, God and creation walked together in perfect harmony. Though sin disrupted that closeness, God’s story has always been about drawing us back home. With this week being World Communion Sunday, it’s a powerful reminder that we don’t travel this road alone. Christians from every nation and tradition will gather at the Lord’s Table, celebrating the grace that unites us and the hope that sustains us all.

Every step of the faith journey isn’t easy—but we’re never walking it alone. God gives us the strength to face new challenges, hard moments, and even the unexpected paths we never thought we’d travel. Along the way, God surrounds us with people to lift us up and encourage us when we lose our stride. This sermon will remind you of the One who equips us for the journey and the community that walks beside us.

Special teams in football don’t always grab the spotlight, but when the game’s on the line, they often make the difference. In the same way, our church is filled with “special teams” that make ministry possible: someone prints the bulletin you hold in your hand, someone prays over the pews before you sit down, someone greets you at the door with a smile, someone sweeps up donut crumbs after fellowship. Each role may seem small, but together they shape the experience of worship and open hearts to God’s presence. Without these teams, the game would stop cold.

The Apostle Paul put it this way: “The parts of the body that seem to be weaker are indispensable” (1 Corinthians 12:22). Learn how the church, like football, is a team sport. And only Together, can we win.

Guest Preacher Rev. Dr. Jevon Caldwell-Gross will bring a powerful message rooted in Paul’s words from 2 Corinthians 4:9: “Struck down, but not destroyed.” Our setbacks are real, but they don’t get the final say. With Christ, there is always more grace, more strength, and more possibility—if we keep showing up. No matter what field you’re on today, don’t quit. Keep playing. You may be down, but you’re not out.

Maybe you’re in a stage of life that feels settled or predictable. Maybe you think you’ve seen it all or learned it all. But what if God still has more to show you? What if there’s a new skill to practice, a new perspective to gain, or a new playbook for your spiritual growth? So, here’s the question: how can you remain open to learning something new from God this season? Let’s discover what lessons faith and football can teach us—and how God might surprise us along the way.