Westside Community Church Sermons

Take a trip back to the ’80s with John and Byron Williams, Senior Minister at Ellettsville Christian Church, as they share parts of the story of how their friendship began. You’ll laugh along the way—but don’t miss the meaningful moments and wisdom they unpack throughout the episode.Show Notes:About Byron Williams

Learn about the four essential characteristics of godly friends: seeking God together, practicing honest communication, demonstrating unwavering loyalty, and helping each other grow spiritually. Understand why walking with wise friends leads to wisdom while companionship with fools brings harm, and discover practical ways to evaluate and improve your current relationships.

Marie Robertson (John's wife and Executive Director of Sherwood Oaks Preschool) joins the conversation this week to speak about the words we say and the power they have in our lives. Show Notes:Weekly Reflection EmailAbout Marie RobertsonArticle: Words Matter Because the Heart Matters

Discover the incredible power of words and how your daily speech can transform lives. Learn biblical principles about communication, including why Proverbs says death and life are in the power of the tongue. This message explores how destructive speech patterns like gossip, breaking confidence, slander, and negative self-talk can crush spirits and destroy relationships. Find out how to overcome harmful communication habits and instead use words for healing, encouragement, and hope.

Join John, Amy and Emily as they introduce the sermon series and share their thoughts on the wisdom found in the book of Proverbs.Resources:Walking in Wisdom Reflection EmailMonroe County TrailsThe Way of Wisdom by Jen Wilkin, Ruth Chou Simmons, Kelly Minter, Adrienne Camp, Elizabeth Woodson & Courtney Doctor

Discover the life-changing difference between biblical wisdom and worldly knowledge in this powerful exploration of Proverbs. Learn how to make godly decisions that lead to true fulfillment and avoid the deceptive paths that promise happiness but deliver destruction. This comprehensive study reveals the two fundamental paths every person must choose between - the narrow path of wisdom that leads to life, and the broad path of deception that leads to death.

The resurrection of Jesus Christ created the greatest ripple effect in human history, transforming death from an ending into a doorway to eternal life. This miraculous event gave Jesus' followers a new purpose and power through the Holy Spirit, turning fearful disciples into bold witnesses. The same resurrection power that changed everything 2,000 years ago continues to work today, as evidenced by increasing spiritual hunger in our culture and bold Christian witnesses around the world. 

Discover how the three days of Easter weekend provide a powerful framework for finding hope during life's most challenging seasons. This message explores how Friday, Saturday, and Sunday represent different phases we all experience - from pain and suffering to uncertainty and doubt, finally leading to joy and victory. 

Are you living as a friend or enemy of the cross? This powerful message explores what it truly means to follow Jesus in a hostile world.Whether you're a new believer or have been following Jesus for years, this message will challenge you to examine your priorities and align your life more closely with the cross of Christ. Don't let cultural voices drown out God's truth—learn how to filter the noise and focus on what matters for eternity.

Discover what it means to live with complete devotion to Jesus Christ through the powerful story of the woman with the alabaster jar. This message explores why so many Christians settle for mediocre faith, going through the motions instead of fully surrendering to God.

Learn about the fascinating history of worship from the wilderness tabernacle to Solomon's temple, and understand why the temple was so significant in biblical times. Explore how the mobile tabernacle served as God's dwelling place among the Israelites for 40 years, containing the Holy of Holies, the Holy Place, and the courtyard for sacrifices—and ultimately pointing to the reality that God now dwells in His people.

This message examines the triumphal entry when crowds celebrated Jesus as King, only to call for His crucifixion five days later. Understand the three main reasons Jesus wept over Jerusalem: those who didn't recognize Him despite clear prophecies, those who rejected Him and faced consequences, and the transformation they were missing.

Discover the powerful story of Bartimaeus, the blind beggar whose encounter with Jesus reveals essential truths about faith, worship, and following Christ. This biblical account from Mark's Gospel demonstrates what authentic worship looks like beyond Sunday morning church services and challenges believers to examine their own commitment to Jesus.

Discover the powerful lessons from the widow's mites story in Mark 12:41-44 about sacrificial giving and generosity. Learn why Jesus spent his final day of public ministry watching people give offerings and what this reveals about God's perspective on money and stewardship. This biblical teaching from Jimmy Cain explores how a poor widow's two small copper coins impressed Jesus more than large donations from wealthy people, demonstrating that God measures giving by sacrifice, not amount.

This powerful message explores the Mount of Transfiguration, one of the most incredible encounters in the Bible, where Jesus revealed His divine glory to His inner circle of disciples.Learn about Peter, James, and John - the three disciples who experienced Jesus at the deepest level during three pivotal moments: the raising of Jairus' daughter, the Mount of Transfiguration, and the Garden of Gethsemane. Understand their unique personalities and how Jesus worked with their strengths and weaknesses to build His early church.

Discover how Jesus transformed twelve ordinary men into world-changers and what their story teaches us about Christian discipleship, teamwork, and spiritual growth. This powerful message explores the difference between accepting an invitation and responding to God's call, revealing why commitment and community are essential for following Jesus.

Sometimes it takes desperate circumstances to drive us to put our complete trust in Jesus. Two people in Mark 5 discovered that their worst moments became doorways to extraordinary faith. What desperate situation in your life needs Jesus' touch right now? Don't let pride prevent you from falling at His feet and telling Him the whole truth.

Feeling like you're drowning in life's storms? Jesus asked his terrified disciples: Why are you so afraid? Do you still have no faith? Fear and faith cannot coexist. When we remember who is in the boat with us, everything changes. What storm in your life needs Jesus to speak peace over today?

From the very beginning of His ministry, crowds followed Jesus—curious, hopeful, and searching for change. In Mark 3–4, we’ll discover why crowds gathered around Jesus and what all crowds have in common, inviting us to consider how we encounter, follow, and are changed by Him.

Four friends literally tore through a roof to get their paralyzed friend to Jesus. Their bold faith was rewarded with both physical healing and spiritual forgiveness. What barriers are preventing you from encountering Jesus? Sometimes the obstacles in our way require desperate faith and creative solutions. Jesus declares to each of us: I am willing to forgive, heal, and restore hope.

John the Baptist's encounter with Jesus at the Jordan River teaches us about preparation, purpose, and pointing others toward Christ. John's mission was clear: prepare the way for the Messiah through preaching repentance in the wilderness. His message wasn't soft or compromising but called for a complete 180-degree turn from sin.Ready to discover what biblical repentance really looks like?

Discover the extraordinary hope that Christians possess in Jesus Christ and why every believer is called to share it. This powerful message explores Paul's divine charge to Timothy about preaching the Word and reveals why this command applies to all Christians, not just pastors and ministers.Thank you to Stephen Johnson who preached for us this week. What a powerful message he gave.

Discover the transformative power of the Holy Spirit in your daily life. This message explores how the Holy Spirit, the third person of the Trinity, provides believers with divine power, love, and self-discipline instead of timidity and fear. Learn the difference between temporary emotional experiences and the permanent presence of God's Spirit within you.

The world measures success and meaning by what we own; Jesus measures the true meaning of life by who owns you.In this sermon we will see that contentment in Jesus really is PURE GOLD.

This sermons focus was on our Youth, as Paul was speaking to Timothy when he was young, but these truths are relevant for people of all ages.

Take a look at WHY grace is still AMAZING. The world needs more grace and kindness—and that starts with us! 

Discover powerful life lessons from the biblical stories of Ezra and Nehemiah and their mission to rebuild Jerusalem after exile. This inspiring message explores how ancient temple reconstruction teaches modern believers about faith, patience, and God's perfect timing. 

Discover the D.N.A. of generosity: Reduce Debt, Prioritize Needs over Wants, and Cultivate an Attitude of Gratitude.

Listen to how Sam Martin talks about being Generous in the Midst of Trials.

In our generosity series we’ll look at Matthew 25 and what it means to use our talents for God’s glory.

Join us as we explore what it truly means to live generously. We’ll look at how God invites us to steward our time, talents, trials, and treasure in ways that make a difference for His Kingdom. You won’t want to miss it!