Helotes Hills United Methodist Church

This week, Pastor Will reflects on John 10:1–10 and the image of the Good Shepherd. In a world full of competing voices, this sermon explores what it means to recognize the voice of Christ— and how we learn it through time, proximity, and attention. It’s an invitation to stay close to the One who leads us toward a life that is not just sustained, but abundant.Scripture references: Acts 2:42-47; Psalm 23; John 10:1–10“GOD IS GOOD” -- CCLI Song # 63242  |  Graham Kendrick  |  ©1985 Make Way Music | For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com CCLI License # 2544867“STILL WATERS” (PSALM 23) -- CCLI Song # 7199601  |  Jonathan Conrad Gamble | Justin Richards | Leanna Crawford  |  © Capitol CMG Paragon; Jonathan Conrad Gamble Publishing; Be Essential Songs; Seashore Lane Publishing; Remaining portion is unaffiliated  |  For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com  |  CCLILicense # 2544867"GO NOW IN PEACE" –  Words by Nancy Price and Don Besig -- Music by Don Besig -- Copyright (c) 1988 by Harold Flammer Music, a Division of Shawnee Press, Inc. -- International Copyright Secured   All Rights Reserved

This week, Pastor Will reflects on Luke 24:13–35 and the road to Emmaus. As two disciples walk in confusion and grief, the risen Christ comes alongside them—unrecognized, yet present. This sermon explores how we often miss God in the ordinary moments of life, and how, looking back, we begin to see that we were never walking alone.“HERE I AM TO WORSHIP” -- CCLI Song # 3266032  |  TimHughes  |  © 2000 Thankyou Music (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing)  |  For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com  |  CCLI License # 2544867"GO NOW IN PEACE" –  Words by Nancy Price and Don Besig -- Music by Don Besig -- Copyright (c) 1988 by Harold Flammer Music, a Division of Shawnee Press, Inc. -- International Copyright Secured   All Rights Reserved

This week, Pastor Will reflects on John 20:19–31 and the story often reduced to “doubting Thomas.” Instead of a warning against doubt, this sermon explores how faith actually takes shape—through questions, waiting, and encounter. It’s a reminder that wherever we begin, the risen Christ meets us there and calls us toward belief.Scripture references: Acts 2:14a, 22-3, Psalm 16, and John 20:19-31“RISEN” -- CCLI Song # 7018327  |  David Binion | Israel Houghton | Joshua Dufrene | © 2014 Covenant Worship;Covenant Worship Group; Integrity Worship Music; Integrity's Praise! Music; Sound Of The New Breed  |  For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com  |  CCLI License # 2544867“O PRAISE THE NAME” -  CCLI Song # 7037787  |  Benjamin Hastings | Dean Ussher | Marty Sampson  |  © 2015 Hillsong Music Publishing Australia; Small City Music | For usesolely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com | CCLI License # 2544867"GO NOW IN PEACE" –  Words by Nancy Price and Don Besig -- Music by Don Besig -- Copyright (c) 1988 by Harold Flammer Music, a Division of Shawnee Press, Inc. -- International Copyright Secured   All Rights Reserved

This week, Pastor Will reflects on John 20:1–18 and the question that echoes through Easter morning: “Is it true?” Beginning in the darkness of the empty tomb, this sermon explores how resurrection faith often starts with doubt, grief, and unanswered questions. It’s an invitation to listen for the risen Christ calling our name—and to discover that Easter is not the finish line, but the beginning.Scripture references: Colossians 3:1-4 and John 20:1-18“O HAPPY DAY” – CCLI Song # 4194127 |  Crystal Lewis | Edward F Rimbault | Philip Doddridge  |  © Words: Public Domain  | Music: 2002 Crystal Lewis Songs  |  Admin. by Music Services,Inc.)  |  For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com  |  CCLI License # 2544867“GLORIOUS DAY” -- CCLI Song # 5638022  |  John Wilbur Chapman | Mark Hall | Michael Bleecker  |  © 2009 My Refuge Music (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing)  |  Be Essential Songs (Admin. by Essential Music Publishing LLC)  |  Curb Word Music (Admin. by WC Music Corp.)  |  For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved.  ww.ccli.com  |  CCLI License # 2544867"GO NOW IN PEACE" – Words by Nancy Price and Don Besig -- Music by Don Besig -- Copyright(c) 1988 by Harold Flammer Music, a Division of Shawnee Press, Inc. --International Copyright Secured   All Rights Reserved

This week, Pastor Will reflects on Matthew 21:1–11 and Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem. As crowds shout “Hosanna,” we see what happens when people have truly encountered the presence of God. This Palm Sunday sermon explores how the church isn’t called to manufacture excitement, but to become a place where that transforming presence is experienced and shared.Scripture references: Psalm 118:1-2, 19-29 and Matthew 21:1-11“WELCOME KING JESUS” -- CCLI Song # 7125363  |  Jennie Lee Riddle | Joshua Sherman | Kaden Slay | Melanie Tierce | The Emerging Sound  |  © 2018 Jennie Lee Riddle Music; Tent Peg Music; The Emerging Sound Publishing  |  For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.comCCLI License # 2544867“HOSANNA” (King of Glory) -- CCLI Song # 4785835  |  Brooke Ligertwood  |  © 2006 Hillsong Music Publishing Australia (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing)  |  For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com  |  CCLI License # 2544867"GO NOW IN PEACE" –  Words by Nancy Price and Don Besig -- Music by Don Besig -- Copyright (c) 1988 by Harold Flammer Music, a Division of Shawnee Press, Inc. -- International Copyright Secured   All Rights Reserved

This week, Pastor Will reflects on John 11:1–45 and the raising of Lazarus. Standing at the tomb, we encounter both the reality of grief and the promise of resurrection spoken into places that feel too far gone. This sermon explores what it means to hear Jesus call us forth—and how communities of faith are invited to help unbind one another and walk into new life.Scripture References: Psalm 130, Romans 8:6-11, and John 11:1-45“I AM THE RESURRECTION” -- CCLI Song # 9189  |  Ray Repp  |  © 1967 Ray Repp Music  |  For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com  |  CCLILicense # 2544867"GO NOW IN PEACE" –  Words by Nancy Price and Don Besig -- Music by Don Besig -- Copyright (c) 1988 by Harold Flammer Music, a Division of Shawnee Press, Inc. -- International Copyright Secured   All Rights Reserved

Pastor Will was on vacation today and our Lay Pastor, JB Briggs, blessed us with the sermon.Scripture references: 1 Samuel 16:1-13, Psalm 23, and John 9:1-41“OPEN THE EYES OF MY HEART” -- CCLI Song # 2298355  |  Paul Baloche  |  © 1997 Integrity's Hosanna! Music (Admin. byCapitol CMG Publishing (Integrity Music, David C Cook))  |  Foruse solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com  |  CCLI License # 2544867"GO NOW IN PEACE" –  Words by Nancy Price and Don Besig -- Music by Don Besig -- Copyright (c) 1988 by Harold Flammer Music, a Division of Shawnee Press, Inc. -- International Copyright Secured   All Rights Reserved

This week, Pastor Will reflects on John 4:5–42 and Jesus’ encounter with the Samaritan woman at the well. In this Lenten sermon, we see how being fully known by Jesus can open the door to transformation and witness. It’s a reminder that sharing faith doesn’t require having all the answers—sometimes it’s simply an invitation: come and see.Scripture references: Exodus 17:1–7, Psalm 95, and John 4:5-42“COME NOW IS THE TIME TO WORSHIP” --  CCLI Song #2430948  |  Brian Doerksen  |  © 1998 Vineyard Songs (UK/Eire) (Admin. by Integrity Music)  |  For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com  |  CCLI License # 2544867“MEETING AT THE WELL” -- Words and music by Chuck Barbour  |  All Rights Reserved  | Copyright CBarbour-music PAu2-948-969 "GO NOW IN PEACE" – Words by Nancy Price and Don Besig -- Music by Don Besig -- Copyright (c) 1988 by Harold Flammer Music, a Division of Shawnee Press, Inc. -- International Copyright Secured   All Rights Reserved

This week, Pastor Will reflects on John 3:1–17 and the nighttime conversation between Jesus and Nicodemus. Moving beyond bumper-sticker faith, this sermon explores what it really means to be “born from above” and to receive eternal life as something that begins now. It’s an invitation to step out of compartmentalized faith, trust God’s initiative, and come out of the dark into the light.Scripture references: Genesis 12:1-4a, Psalm 121, and John 3:1-17“LOVE CAME DOWN” --  CCLI Song # 5148938  |  Brian Johnson | Ian McIntosh | Jenn Johnson | Jeremy Edwardson | Jeremy Riddle  |  © 2009 Mercy / Vineyard Publishing (Admin. by Integrity Music)  |  Bethel Music Publishing  |  For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com  |  CCLI License # 2544867Reading of "GOD SO LOVED THE WORLD" written by Chuck Barbour. Copyright@cbarbour2003"GO NOW IN PEACE" – Words by Nancy Price and Don Besig -- Music by Don Besig -- Copyright (c) 1988 by Harold Flammer Music, a Division of Shawnee Press, Inc. -- International Copyright Secured   All Rights Reserved

Jesus spent forty days in the wilderness — no distractions, nowhere to hide. Lent invites us to do the same. This week, Pastor Will walks through Matthew 4:1-11 and the temptations Jesus faced, asking what we might find waiting for us when we finally put down our distractions and go into the wilderness on purpose.SCRIPTURE REFERENCES: Genesis 2:15-17; 3:1-7, Psalm 32, and Genesis 2:15-17; 3:1-7; Psalm 32“THE BATTLE BELONGS TO THE LORD” -- CCLI Song # 21583 |  Jamie Owens-Collins  |  © 1985 Fairhill Music (Admin. by Fairhill Music, Inc.)  |  For use solely with the SongSelect® rms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com  |  CCLI License # 2544867"GO NOW IN PEACE" –  Words by Nancy Price and Don Besig -- Music by Don Besig -- Copyright (c) 1988 by Harold Flammer Music, a Division of Shawnee Press, Inc. -- International Copyright Secured   All Rights Reserved

This week, Pastor Will reflects on Matthew 17:1–8 and the Transfiguration. As Epiphany reaches its climax, Jesus is revealed in dazzling glory on the mountain. This sermon invites us to see clearly who he is—and to follow him down the road that leads toward the cross.Scripture references: Exodus 24:12-18, Psalm 2, and Matthew17:1-9“BEAUTIFUL ONE” -- CCLI Song # 3915912  |  Tim Hughes  | © 2002 Thankyou Music (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing)  |  For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com  |  CCLI License # 2544867“WHAT A BEAUTIFUL NAME” -- CCLI Song # 7068424  |  Ben Fielding | Brooke Ligertwood  |  © 2016 Hillsong Music Publishing Australia  |  For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com  |  CCLI License # 2544867 "GO NOW IN PEACE" – Words by Nancy Price and Don Besig -- Music by Don Besig -- Copyright (c) 1988 by Harold Flammer Music, a Division of Shawnee Press, Inc. -- International Copyright Secured   All Rights Reserved

This week, Pastor Will reflects on Matthew 5:13–20 and Jesus’ words, “You are the salt of the earth.” This sermon explores salt not as a compliment, but as a calling—meant to preserve life and bring flavor to the world. It asks what it would look like for the church to truly live into that purpose today.Scripture references: Isaiah 58:1-12; Psalm 112:1-10, and Matthew 5:13-20“THIS IS AMAZING GRACE” -- CCLI Song # 6333821 |  Jeremy Riddle | Josh Farro | Phil Wickham  |  © 2012 Phil Wickham Music (Admin. by BMG Rights Management [c/o Music Services, Inc.]) |  Seems Like Music (Admin. by BMG Rights Management [c/o Music Services, Inc.])  |  Sing My Songs (Admin. by BMG Rights Management [c/o Music Services, Inc.])  |  WC Music Corp. (Admin. by Warner-Tamerlane Publishing Corp.)  |  Bethel Music Publishing  |  For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com  |  CCLI License # 2544867“SALT AND LIGHT” -- CCLI Song # 3470093  |  Jan L'Ecuyer | John L'Ecuyer  |  © 2002 Integrity's Hosanna! Music (Admin. byCapitol CMG Publishing (Integrity Music, David C Cook))  |  Foruse solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved.  |  www.ccli.com  |  CCLI License # 2544867"GO NOW IN PEACE" –  Words by Nancy Price and Don Besig -- Music by Don Besig -- Copyright (c) 1988 by Harold Flammer Music, a Division of Shawnee Press, Inc. -- International Copyright Secured   All Rights Reserved

This week, Pastor Will reflects on Matthew 5:1–12 and Jesus’ words from the mountaintop. In the Beatitudes, Jesus turns our assumptions about blessing upside down, revealing that God’s favor rests in places we’re not used to looking.Scripture references: Psalm 15, Micah 6:1-8, and Matthew 5:1-12“MIGHTY TO SAVE” – CCLI Song # 4591782  |   Ben Fielding | Reuben Morgan  |  © 2006 Hillsong Music Publishing Australia (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing)  |  For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com   |  CCLI License # 2544867"GO NOW IN PEACE" –  Words by Nancy Price and Don Besig -- Music by Don Besig -- Copyright (c) 1988 by Harold Flammer Music, a Division of Shawnee Press, Inc. -- International Copyright Secured   All Rights Reserved

This week, Pastor Will reflects on Matthew 4:12–22 and Jesus’ invitation, “Follow me.” This sermon explores how that call is not just for pastors, but for all of us, and asks what we might need to leave behind in order to follow faithfully in our everyday lives.

This week, Pastor Will reflects on John 1:29 and John the Baptist’s words, “Here is the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world.” In this Epiphany sermon, we explore what that image meant to those who first heard it and what it reveals about who Jesus is for the world today. It’s a reminder that Christ’s saving work is bigger than any one of us and speaks to a world in need of healing.Scripture References: Isaiah 49:1-7, Psalm 40:1-11, and John 1: 29-42“CRY OF MY HEART” -- CCLI Song # 844980  |  Terry Butler  |  © 1991 Mercy / Vineyard Publishing  |  For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com  |  CCLI License # 2544867"GO NOW IN PEACE" –  Words by Nancy Price and Don Besig -- Music by Don Besig -- Copyright (c) 1988 by Harold Flammer Music, a Division of Shawnee Press, Inc. -- International Copyright Secured   All Rights Reserved

This week, Pastor Will reflects on Matthew 3:13–17 and the baptism of Jesus. As Jesus steps into the water, we glimpse a moment where heaven and earth draw close and God’s voice speaks belovedness. This sermon invites us to remember our baptism, to trust God’s faithfulness even when we wander, and to listen again for the promise that still claims us.SCRIPTURE REFERENCES: Isaiah 42:1-9, Isaiah 42:1-9, and Matthew 3:13-17“DOWN BY THE RIVERSIDE” -- CCLI Song # 7211349  |  Stacey V. Gibbs  |  © 2016 Gentry Publications  |  For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com  CCLI License # 2544867   ----  CCLI Song # 3529267  |  Peter D. Smith  |  © Stainer & Bell Ltd  |  For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com  |  CCLI License # 2544867“LEFT IT IN THE RIVER” -- CCLI Song # 7242565  |  ColbyWedgeworth | Jamie MacDonald | Jonathan Conrad Gamble  |  ©2025 Capitol CMG Genesis; Capitol CMG Paragon; Jamie Mac Publishing; Jonathan Conrad Gamble Publishing; Wedgeworth Publishing  |  For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com  |  CCLI License # 2544867"GO NOW IN PEACE" –  Words by Nancy Price and Don Besig -- Music by Don Besig -- Copyright (c) 1988 by Harold Flammer Music, a Division of Shawnee Press, Inc. -- International Copyright Secured   All Rights Reserved

This week, Pastor Will reflects on Matthew 2:1–12 and the meaning of Epiphany. As the Christmas season comes to a close, we follow the light of a star and the journey of the Magi—outsiders who noticed something God was doing and chose to follow it. This sermon explores what it means to keep watching for God’s light in a world that still knows darkness, and how we are invited not just to see that light, but to follow it and share it.Scripture references: Isaiah 60:1-6, Psalm 72:1-7, 10-14, and Matthew 2:1-12“GO TELL IT ON THE MOUNTAIN” – CCLI Song # 6008077 |  Public Domain |  Arrangement: 2009 All Essential Music  |   Formerly Music  |  Mt. Roskill Music  |  Prepare For The Zombie Apocalypse  |  So Essential Tunes  |  Spirit Nashville Three  |  CCLILicense # 2544867

This week, Pastor Will reflects on Matthew 2:13–23 and the part of the Christmas story we often skip. While we’re still singing carols, Matthew shows us a world that is anything but calm and bright — and invites us to consider what it means that God chose to enter this kind of world.“JOY TO THE WORLD / OUR GOD SAVES --     CCLI Song # 7101432  |  © 2017 Thankyou Music Ltd | Integrity Worship Music | Integrity's Hosanna! Music | Leadworship Songs | Michael Rossback Music  |  For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com  |  CCLI License # 2544867 

The third Sunday of Advent opens in a prison, with John the Baptist asking a question many of us still ask: Are you really the one, or should we wait for another?This sermon sits in the space between promise and fulfillment, where Advent reminds us that faith isn’t pretending everything is fine, but trusting that God has already entered what is broken.Scripture references: Isaiah 35:1-10; James 5:7-10; and Matthew 11:2-11 “GOOD CHRISTIAN MEN REJOICE” – Public Domain, but arrangement by Smalltown Poets (used with permission!)"GO TELL IT ON THE MOUNTAIN" - Public Domain

This week, Pastor Will reflects on Matthew 3:1–12 and John the Baptist’s call to prepare the way during Advent. In a season that urges us to rush toward Christmas, John’s voice from the wilderness invites us to slow down, make space, and re-orient our lives toward the God who is already near. Advent, he reminds us, isn’t about nostalgia or rushing to celebration, but about repentance, readiness, and making room for God to move.Scripture references: Isaiah 11:1-10; Romans 15:4-13; and Matthew 3:1-12.“PREPARE YE THE WAY” -- CCLI Song # 5286041  |  Michael W. Smith  |  © 2008 Smittyfly Music (Admin. by Capitol CMGPublishing)  |  Curb Word Music (Admin. by WC Music Corp.)  | For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com  |  CCLI License # 2544867

This week, Pastor Will reflects on Matthew 24:36–44 and the real meaning of Advent. Instead of rushing into Christmas, we’re invited to slow down, stay awake, and pay attention to the ways God still breaks into our world. Advent isn’t just waiting for December 25—it’s learning to live ready for whatever God might reveal next.

This week, Pastor Will reflects on Philippians 4:6–7 and Paul’s bold command: “Do not worry about anything.” From late-night anxieties to everyday pressures, worry pulls us apart — but Paul offers another way. Through prayer, honest requests, and a posture of thanksgiving, we discover the peace of God that gathers us back together. As we enter Thanksgiving week, this message invites us to name our worries, remember our blessings, and find the peace that surpasses understanding.Scripture references: Psalm 100; Deuteronomy 26:1-11; and Philippians 4:6-7“SING WHEREVER I GO” --  CCLI Song #7138601  |  Andrew Bergthold | Ed Cash | Franni Cash | Kyle Briskin | Martin Cash | Scott Cash  |  © 2019 Andrew Bergthold Designee (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing)  |  Angie Feel Good Songs (Admin.by Capitol CMG Publishing)  |  Capitol CMG Genesis (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing)  |  Capitol CMG Paragon (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing)  |  Neon District Music (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing)  |  We The Kingdom Music (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing)  |  For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com  |  CCLI License # 2544867“I SPEAK JESUS” -- CCLI Song # 7136201  |  Abby Benton | Carlene Prince | Dustin Smith | Jesse Reeves | Kristen Dutton | Raina Pratt  |  © 2019 For Me and My House Songs; Integrity's Praise! Music; BEC Worship; Raina Pratt publishing designee; Worship Coalition Songs; WriterWrong Music  |  For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com  |  CCLI License # 2544867"GO NOW IN PEACE" –  Words by Nancy Price and Don Besig -- Music by Don Besig -- Copyright (c) 1988 by Harold Flammer Music, a Division of Shawnee Press, Inc. -- International Copyright Secured   All Rights Reserved

This week, Pastor Will turns to Deuteronomy 30:11–20 and invites us on a kind of “time travel” through Scripture—standing with Moses on the edge of the Promised Land, with the exiles in Babylon, and right here in our own mid-November moment. In a world of endless daily decisions and modern idols, we hear God’s simple, challenging call to us as a community: choose life, together, and build a future of hope.Scripture references: Psalm 1:1-3; John 15:1-11; and Deuteronomy 30:11-20“WE CHOOSE PRAISE”  -- CCLI Song # 7238059  |  Dameon Aranda | David Wellman | Dustin Smith | Stephen Cole  |  © Acorns To Oaks Publishing; Bell Music Publishing; Life.Church Publishing Group; Remaining portion is unaffiliated  |  For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com"GO NOW IN PEACE" – Words by Nancy Price and Don Besig -- Music by Don Besig -- Copyright (c) 1988 by Harold Flammer Music, a Division of Shawnee Press, Inc. -- International Copyright Secured   All Rights Reserved 

This week, Pastor Will shares from Jeremiah 29:1–14, reminding us that even in seasons that feel like exile, God is still at work. Like the exiles in Babylon, we’re called to build, plant, and live faithfully where we are—trusting that God’s plans for us are good and full of hope.Scripture references: Psalm 37:1-7, Matthew 6:25-34, and Matthew 6:25-34.“MY HOPE IS YOU” -- CCLI Song # 2373672  |  Brad Avery | David Carr | Mac Powell | Mark D. Lee | Tai Anderson  |  © 1997Gray Dot Inc. (Admin. by Brentwood-Benson Music Publishing, Inc.)  |  New Spring (Admin. by Brentwood-Benson Music Publishing, Inc.)  | Kobalt Music Copyrights SARL (Admin. byKobalt Music Publishing America, Inc.)  |  For use solely with theSongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com  |  CCLI License # 2544867“LORD CAN YOU SEE” -- Words and music by Chuck Barbour  |  All Rights Reserved  | Copyright CBarbour-music PAu2-948-969"GO NOW IN PEACE" –  Words by Nancy Price and Don Besig -- Music by Don Besig -- Copyright (c) 1988 by Harold Flammer Music, a Division of Shawnee Press, Inc. -- International Copyright Secured   All Rights Reserved

This week, Pastor Will led our annual All Saints Sunday service, sharing from Hebrews 12:1–2. He reflected on the “great cloud of witnesses” — the saints of Scripture and our own church’s history — who cheer us on as we run the race God has set before us.Scripture references: Psalm 24; Isaiah 25:6-9; and Hebrews 12:1–2“I WILL RUN” -- CCLI Song # 4797586  |  Misty Edwards  |  © 2005 Forerunner Worship | For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com"GO NOW IN PEACE" –  Words by Nancy Price and Don Besig -- Music by Don Besig -- Copyright (c) 1988 by Harold Flammer Music, a Division of Shawnee Press, Inc. -- International Copyright Secured   All Rights Reserved

This week, Pastor Will shared Ezekiel's vision of the Valley of Dry Bones from Ezekiel 37. In it, we hear a word for today as we await the breath of God to breathe new life into our lives, our church, and our world.Scripture references: Psalm 85; John 20:19–23; and Ezekiel 37:1-14“DAYS OF ELIJAH” -- CCLI Song # 1537904  |  Robin Mark  |  © 1996 Song Solutions Daybreak (Admin. by Song Solutions www.songsolutions.org)  |  For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com  |  CCLI License # 2544867“COME ALIVE” (DRY BONES) -- CCLI Song # 6573588  |  LaurenDaigle | Michael Farren  |  © 2012 CentricSongs; See You At The Pub; Curb Congregation Songs; Remaining portion is unaffiliated  |  For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com"GO NOW IN PEACE" – Words by Nancy Price and Don Besig -- Music by Don Besig -- Copyright (c) 1988 by Harold Flammer Music, a Division of Shawnee Press, Inc. -- International Copyright Secured   All Rights Reserved

This week, Pastor Will finished up our summer journey through some of the most challenging passages in Luke's Gospel. In Luke 17:11-19, we hear the story of the healing of ten lepers, and receive a challenge from Jesus that reminds us to make giving thanks to God a central part of our lives.“I THANK GOD” -- CCLI Song # 7169680  |  Aaron Moses | Chuck Butler | Dante Bowe | Enrique Holmes | Jesse Cline | Maryanne J. George  |  © 2021 Bethel Worship Publishing; HeritageWorship Music Publishing; Maverick City Publishing; Aaron Moses Chiriboga Music; Be Essential Songs; Holmeboy Music Group; Jesse Cline Publishing Designee; Jord A Lil Music; MJ George Music  |  For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com  |  CCLI License # 2544867"GO NOW IN PEACE" –  Words by Nancy Price and Don Besig -- Music by Don Besig -- Copyright (c) 1988 by Harold Flammer Music, a Division of Shawnee Press, Inc. -- International Copyright Secured   All Rights Reserved

This week, Pastor Will looks at Genesis 18:1-8 and Hebrews 13:1-2 and talks about how offering the gift of hospitality can lead to great blessings from God.Note: This week's worship service was held outdoors in our Pumpkin Patch. Due to difficulties in capturing quality audio outdoors, this is a re-recording of the sermon.

This week's passage is from Luke 17:1-10. In the scripture, Jesus challenges us to take on some difficult and uncomfortable work. Fortunately, he also tells us that the faith we need to accomplish these tasks is already within us.Scripture references: Lamentations 1:1-6, Psalm 137, and Luke 17:1-10“CORNERSTONE” – CCLI Song # 6158927  | Edward Mote | Eric Liljero | Jonas Myrin | Reuben Morgan | William Batchelder Bradbury  |  © 2011 Hillsong MP Songs (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing)  |  Hillsong Music Publishing Australia (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing)  |  Hillsong Music Publishing UK (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing)  |  For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com  |  CCLI License # 2544867"GO NOW IN PEACE" –  Words by Nancy Price and Don Besig -- Music by Don Besig -- Copyright (c) 1988 by Harold Flammer Music, a Division of Shawnee Press, Inc. -- International Copyright Secured   All Rights Reserved

This week, Pastor Will dives into the parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus. This passage calls us to question whether or not we see as Jesus would have us see. How do we understand our connection to others? Can we see ourselves as blessed when others around us suffer?“GIVE THANKS” -- CCLI Song # 20285  |  Henry Smith  |  ©1978 Integrity's Hosanna! Music (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing (Integrity Music, David C Cook))  |  For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com  |  CCLI License # 2544867"GO NOW IN PEACE" –  Words by Nancy Price and Don Besig -- Music by Don Besig -- Copyright (c) 1988 by Harold Flammer Music, a Division of Shawnee Press, Inc. -- International Copyright Secured   All Rights Reserved

This week, we hear one of the most challenging parables in Luke's Gospel, The Parable of the Dishonest Manager. Is this story about finances, or something deeper? What has God entrusted us with, and how would we respond if held to account?“PRAISE” -- CCLI Song # 7213077  |  Brandon Lake | Chandler Moore | Chris Brown | Cody Carnes | Pat Barrett | Steven Furtick |  © Brandon Lake Music; For Humans Publishing; Maverick City Publishing; Capitol CMG Genesis; Capitol CMG Paragon; Housefires Sounds; Writer's Roof Publishing; Music by ElevationWorship Publishing | For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com | CCLI License # 2544867"GO NOW IN PEACE" – Words by Nancy Price and Don Besig -- Music by Don Besig -- Copyright (c) 1988 by Harold Flammer Music, a Division of Shawnee Press, Inc. -- International Copyright Secured   All Rights Reserved

This week, Pastor Will shares one of the most well-known parables in Luke's Gospel, the Parable of the Lost Sheep, and reflects on the reckless love of God. How might we emulate this type of love in our lives and in the life of our church?Scripture references: Jeremiah 4:11-12, 22-28; Psalm 14; and Luke 15:1-10“YOUR GRACE IS ENOUGH” -- CCLI Song # 4477026  |  MattMaher  |  © 2003 Thankyou Music (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing)  |  spiritandsong.com  |  For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com  |  CCLI License # 2544867“RECKLESS LOVE” -- CCLI Song # 7089641  |  Caleb Culver | Cory Asbury | Ran Jackson  |  © 2017 Cory Asbury Publishing;Richmond Park Publishing; Watershed Worship Publishing; Bethel Music Publishing  |  For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com"GO NOW IN PEACE" –  Words by Nancy Price and Don Besig -- Music by Don Besig -- Copyright (c) 1988 by Harold Flammer Music, a Division of Shawnee Press, Inc. -- International Copyright Secured   All Rights Reserved

This week, Pastor Will reflects on the cost of discipleship from Luke 14:25-33. Jesus challenges us to count the costs of following him. Is the life of a disciple for everyone? Listen to hear how God speaks to us through the scriptures.Scripture references: Psalm 139:1-6, 13-18 and Luke 14:25-33“IF WE ARE THE BODY” -- CCLI Song # 4196589  |  MarkHall  |  © 2003 My Refuge Music (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing)  |  Be Essential Songs (Admin. by Essential Music Publishing LLC)  |  For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com  |  CCLI License # 2544867"GO NOW IN PEACE" –  Words by Nancy Price and Don Besig -- Music by Don Besig -- Copyright (c) 1988 by Harold Flammer Music, a Division of Shawnee Press, Inc. -- International Copyright Secured   All Rights Reserved

This week, Pastor Will shares from Luke 14:1 and 14:7-14. What seems like some advice on not embarrassing yourself at dinner parties turns out to be far more. Jesus uses a parable to show us how we should invite and make room for more people at our dinner tables and in our church.“GREAT ARE YOU LORD” -- CCLI Song # 6460220  |  David Leonard | Jason Ingram | Leslie Jordan  |  © 2012 Open Hands Music; So Essential Tunes; Integrity's Praise! Music; Little Way Creative  |  For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com  |  CCLI License # 2544867"GO NOW IN PEACE" –  Words by Nancy Price and Don Besig -- Music by Don Besig -- Copyright (c) 1988 by Harold Flammer Music, a Division of Shawnee Press, Inc. -- International Copyright Secured   All Rights Reserved

This week, Pastor Will shares from Luke 13:10-17. On the surface, this is a passage about healing on the sabbath, but it is about so much more. Listen to hear how God is in the rescuing business and how Jesus chooses people over rules.Scripture references: Jeremiah 1:4-10, Psalm 71:1-6, and Luke 13:10-17  “MY HOPE IS YOU” -- CCLI Song # 2373672  |  Brad Avery | David Carr | Mac Powell | Mark D. Lee | Tai Anderson  |  © 1997Gray Dot Inc. (Admin. by Brentwood-Benson Music Publishing, Inc.)  |  New Spring (Admin. by Brentwood-Benson Music Publishing, Inc.)  | Kobalt Music Copyrights SARL (Admin. byKobalt Music Publishing America, Inc.)  |  For use solely with theSongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com  |  CCLI License # 2544867“AMAZING GRACE (MY CHAINS ARE GONE)” -- CCLI Song # 4768151  |  Chris Tomlin | John Newton | Louie Giglio  |  ©2006 sixsteps Music (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing)  | Vamos Publishing (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing)  | worshiptogether.com songs (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing)  |  For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com  |  CCLI License # 2544867"GO NOW IN PEACE" –  Words by Nancy Price and Don Besig -- Music by Don Besig -- Copyright (c) 1988 by Harold Flammer Music, a Division of Shawnee Press, Inc. -- International Copyright Secured   All Rights Reserved

This week's scripture reading is one of the most difficult texts in Luke's Gospel. Looking at chapter 12, starting with verse 49:32-40, Pastor Will helps us understand some deeply challenging words from Jesus. Scripture references: Jeremiah 23:23-29, Psalm 80:1-2, 8-19, and Luke 12:49-56.“SOUL ON FIRE” -- CCLI Song # 7032679  |  Brenton Brown | David Carr | Mac Powell | Mark Lee | Matt Maher | Tai Anderson  |  © Thankyou Music (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing)  |  Be Essential Songs (Admin. by Essential Music Publishing LLC)  |  I Am A Pilgrim Songs (Admin. by Essential Music Publishing LLC)  |  Kobalt Music Copyrights SARL (Admin. by Kobalt Music Publishing America, Inc.)  |  For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com   | CCLI License # 2544867“SACRED FIRE” -- CCLI Song # 7218090  |  DawnChereWilkerson | Jason Ingram | Jess Cates | Tommy Iceland  |  ©Songs For TIM; VOUS Miami; We Are TIM Music; Zoom Out Songs; Be Essential Songs; My Magnolia Music  |  For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com"GO NOW IN PEACE" –  Words by Nancy Price and Don Besig -- Music by Don Besig -- Copyright (c) 1988 by Harold Flammer Music, a Division of Shawnee Press, Inc. -- International Copyright Secured   All Rights Reserved

This week's scripture reading is Luke 12:32-40. Pastor Will tackles another challenging passage in which Jesus tells us to stay alert. But what are we waiting for? And what does staying alert look like, especially in our busy lives and in a world full of distractions?Scripture references: Isaiah 1:1, 10-20 and Psalm 50:1-8, 22-23 “GOD OF THIS CITY” -- CCLI Song # 5037070  |  Aaron Boyd | Andrew McCann | Ian Jordan | Peter Comfort | PeterKernoghan | Richard Bleakley  |  © 2006 sixsteps Music (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing)  |  worshiptogether.com songs (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing)  |  For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com  |  CCLI License # 2544867"GO NOW IN PEACE" –  Words by Nancy Price and Don Besig -- Music by Don Besig -- Copyright (c) 1988 by Harold Flammer Music, a Division of Shawnee Press, Inc. -- International Copyright Secured   All Rights Reserved

This week, Pastor Will preaches from Luke 12:13-21, in which Jesus shares a challenging parable about a rich man who decides to build new barns for his abundant crops. This story can help us move from a life that is focused on ourselves and our wants to a life focused on God.Scripture references: Ecclesiastes 1:2, 12-14; 2:18-23; Psalm 107:1-9; and Luke 12:13-21“FOREVER” -- CCLI Song # 3148428  |  Chris Tomlin  |  © 2001 sixsteps Music (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing)  |  Vamos Publishing (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing)  |      worshiptogether.com songs (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing)  |  For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com  |  CCLI License # 2544867"GO NOW IN PEACE" –  Words by Nancy Price and Don Besig -- Music by Don Besig -- Copyright (c) 1988 by Harold Flammer Music, a Division of Shawnee Press, Inc. -- International Copyright Secured   All Rights Reserved

This week, Pastor Will leads us through Luke 11:1-13. In this text, Jesus offers his disciples and us a model for prayer with The Lord's Prayer. Jesus also shares a parable about persistence and reminds us, "Don't stop praying!Scripture references: Genesis 18:20-32; Psalm 85; and Luke 11:1-13“GIVE US CLEAN HANDS” -- CCLI Song # 2060208  |  Charlie Hall  |  © 2000 sixsteps Music (Admin. by Capitol CMGPublishing)  |  worshiptogether.com songs (Admin. by CapitolCMG Publishing)  |  For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com  |  CCLI License # 2544867“DON’T STOP PRAYING” -- CCLI Song # 7230630  |  JeffPardo | Matthew West © BrentHood Music; Meaux Mercy; My Story Your Glory Music  |  For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com“I JUST WANT TO KNOW” -- Words and music by Chuck Barbour  |  All Rights Reserved  | Copyright CBarbour-music PAu2-948-969"GO NOW IN PEACE" –  Words by Nancy Price and Don Besig -- Music by Don Besig -- Copyright (c) 1988 by Harold Flammer Music, a Division of Shawnee Press, Inc. --International Copyright Secured   All Rights Reserved

This week, Pastor Will talks about the story of Mary and Martha, another all too familiar passage from Luke's Gospel. Listen as we try to discern the 'one thing' God is calling us to do as individuals and a church.Scripture references: Amos 8:1-12; Psalm 52; Luke 10:38-42“WE FALL DOWN” -- CCLI Song # 2437367  |  Chris Tomlin |  © 1998 Rising Springs Music; Vamos Publishing; worshiptogether.com songs  |  For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com  |  CCLI License # 2544867“GIVE ME JESUS” -- CCLI Song # 7178022  |  DawnChereWilkerson | Tommy Christer Sjostrom | Zach Freeman  |  ©VOUS Miami; VOUS Worship; Songs for FCM | For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com"GO NOW IN PEACE" –  Words by Nancy Price and Don Besig -- Music by Don Besig -- Copyright (c) 1988 by Harold Flammer Music, a Division of Shawnee Press, Inc. -- International Copyright Secured   All Rights Reserved

This week, Pastor Will talks about the Parable of the Good Samaritan, a story so familiar to Christians that many of us have trouble listening to it with fresh ears. However, there is still much to learn here about our neighbors and ourselves.Today's scripture references: Amos 7:7-17; Psalm 82; and Luke 10:25-37“LOVE THE LORD” -- CCLI Song # 4572938  |  Lincoln Brewster  |  © 2005 Integrity's Praise! Music (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing (Integrity Music, David C Cook))  |  For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved.  |  www.ccli.com  |  CCLI License # 2544867“EL SHADDAI” -- CCLI Song # 26856  |  John W. Thompson | Michael Card  |  © 1981, 1982 Mole End Music  |  For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com"GO NOW IN PEACE" – Words by Nancy Price and Don Besig -- Music by Don Besig -- Copyright (c) 1988 by Harold Flammer Music, a Division of Shawnee Press, Inc. -- International Copyright Secured   All Rights Reserved

We welcome our new pastor Rev. Will Rice! For those of you in our area, you are invited to come hear his sermons. 10:00 a.m. on Sundays.Today's scripture references: 1 John 3:18-19 and John 13:31-35“LOVE OF GOD” -- CCLI Song # 7241154  |  Benjamin Hastings | Brandon Lake | Cody Carnes | Phil Wickham  |  © Brandon Lake Music; Capitol CMG Paragon; Writer's Roof Publishing; Phil Wickham Music; Simply Global Songs; Remaining portion is unaffiliated | For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com"GO NOW IN PEACE" –  Words by Nancy Price and Don Besig -- Music by Don Besig -- Copyright (c) 1988 by Harold Flammer Music, a Division of Shawnee Press, Inc. -- International Copyright Secured   All Rights Reserved

Scripture references: 2 Kings 2:1-2, 6-14 Galatians 5:1, 13-25; and Luke 9:51-62.“YOU ARE WORTHY OF MY PRAISE” -- CCLI Song # 487976  | David Ruis  |  © 1991 Shade Tree Music; Universal Music -Brentwood Benson Publishing  |  For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com  |  CCLI License # 2544867"GO NOW IN PEACE" –  Words by Nancy Price and Don Besig -- Music by Don Besig -- Copyright (c) 1988 by Harold Flammer Music, a Division of Shawnee Press, Inc. -- International Copyright Secured   All Rights Reserved

Today's sermon by J.B. Briggs. Scripture references: Luke 8:26-39 and 1 Kings 19:1-15“HE IS EXALTED” -- CCLI Song # 17827  |  Twila Paris  |  © 1985 Mountain Spring Music (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing)  |  Straightway Music (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing)   |  For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com  |  CCLI License # 2544867"GO NOW IN PEACE" –  Words by Nancy Price and Don Besig -- Music by Don Besig -- Copyright (c) 1988 by Harold Flammer Music, a Division of Shawnee Press, Inc. -- International Copyright Secured   All Rights Reserved

HAPPY FATHER'S DAY!Scripture references: Psalm 8 and John 16:12-15“FATHER’S EYES” -- CCLI Song # 19942  |  Gary Winthur Chapman  |  © 1978 New Spring (Admin. by Brentwood-Benson Music Publishing, Inc.)  |  For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com  |  CCLI License # 2544867"GO NOW IN PEACE" –  Words by Nancy Price and Don Besig -- Music by Don Besig -- Copyright (c) 1988 by Harold Flammer Music, a Division of Shawnee Press, Inc. -- International Copyright Secured   All Rights Reserved

Scripture references: Romans 8:14-17, Acts 2:1-21, and John 14:8-17, 25-27“HOLY GROUND (DUO)” –  CCLI Song # 19526  |  ChristopherBeatty  |  © 1982 Universal Music - Brentwood Benson Publishing (Admin. by Brentwood-Benson Music Publishing, Inc.)  |  Birdwing Music (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing)  |  For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com  |  CCLI License # 2544867  |  CCLI Song # 21198  |  Geron Davis  |  © 1983 Meadowgreen Music Company (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing)  |  Songchannel Music (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing) |  For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com  |  CCLI License # 2544867"GO NOW IN PEACE" –  Words by Nancy Price and Don Besig -- Music by Don Besig -- Copyright (c) 1988 by Harold Flammer Music, a Division of Shawnee Press, Inc. -- International Copyright Secured   All Rights Reserved

Scripture references: Revelation 22:12-14, 16-17, 20-21 and John 17:20-26.“HOW GREAT IS OUR GOD” -- CCLI Song # 4348399  |  ChrisTomlin | Ed Cash | Jesse Reeves  |  © 2004 sixsteps Music (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing)  |  Vamos Publishing (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing)  | worshiptogether.com songs (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing)  |  Wondrously Made Songs (Admin. by Music Services, Inc.)  |  For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com  |  CCLI License # 2544867"GO NOW IN PEACE" –  Words by Nancy Price and Don Besig -- Music by Don Besig -- Copyright (c) 1988 by Harold Flammer Music, a Division of Shawnee Press, Inc. -- International Copyright Secured   All Rights Reserved

Scripture references: Revelations 21:10,  22:1-5 and John 14:23-29"GO NOW IN PEACE" –  Words by Nancy Price and Don Besig -- Music by Don Besig -- Copyright (c) 1988 by Harold Flammer Music, a Division of Shawnee Press, Inc. -- International Copyright Secured   All Rights Reserved

Scripture references: Acts 11:1-18 and Revelation 21:1–6“I WILL RISE”  --  CCLI Song # 5183450  |  Chris Tomlin | Jesse Reeves | Louie Giglio | Matt Maher  |  © 2008 sixsteps Music (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing)  |  spiritandsong.com(Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing)  |  Thankyou Music (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing)  |  Vamos Publishing (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing)  |  worshiptogether.com songs (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing)  |  For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com  |  CCLI License # 2544867"GO NOW IN PEACE" –  Words by Nancy Price and Don Besig -- Music by Don Besig -- Copyright (c) 1988 by Harold Flammer Music, a Division of Shawnee Press, Inc. -- International Copyright Secured   All Rights Reserved

Scripture references: Revelation 7:9–17 and John 10:22–30“BEAUTIFUL ONE” -- CCLI Song # 3915912  |  Tim Hughes |  © 2002 Thankyou Music (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing)  |  For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms ofUse. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com  |  CCLI License # 2544867"GO NOW IN PEACE" –  Words by Nancy Price and Don Besig -- Music by Don Besig -- Copyright (c) 1988 by Harold Flammer Music, a Division of Shawnee Press, Inc. -- International Copyright Secured   All Rights Reserved