http://www.hallsvilleumc.org Weekly Sunday Morning Messages en Weekly Sunday Morning Messages Hallsville United Methodist Church no Hallsville United Methodist Church Sermons humc@centurytel.net ℗ & © 2009 Hallsville United Methodist Church 720 Authentic Christians will take the next step on the journey as we grow in the knowledge of love of God. We must stop being so mesmerized with material things and begin to realize that only God can fill us with the joy and happiness we desire. http://www.sermoncloud.com/humc/getting-lost-in-the-momenttaking-the-next-step http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/2613/getting-lost-in-the-moment-take-the-next-step.mp3 Sun, 27 Dec 2009 18:17:17 GMT Loren Whetsell Taking the Next Step journey,christian_growth,next_step,lost_and_found,authenticity,redemption 24:31 During this time of Advent, we must prepare our hearts to receive the Christ Child. John the baptist called those in his day to go get washed up. We must do the same. http://www.sermoncloud.com/humc/go-get-washed-up http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/2613/go-get-washed-up.mp3 Sun, 13 Dec 2009 21:03:59 GMT Loren Whetsell During this time of Advent, we must prepare our hearts to receive the Christ Child. John the baptist called those in his day to go get washed up. We must do the same. repentance,baptism,advent,john_the_baptist,wash 19:55 In this time of Advent, instead of making wish lists and hoping for things, we are being called to prepare our hearts for the coming of the Lord. http://www.sermoncloud.com/humc/preparing-our-hearts http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/2613/preparing-our-hearts.mp3 Sun, 06 Dec 2009 19:17:16 GMT Loren Whetsell In this time of Advent, instead of making wish lists and hoping for things, we are being called to prepare our hearts for the coming of the Lord. advent._john_the_baptizer,coming_light,light,prepare_heart 15:59 On this first Sunday in Advent, we are being called to be authentic in our faith, not putting on a show for others, but allowing our transformed hearts to show to the world who we really are on the inside. http://www.sermoncloud.com/humc/model-talk http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/2613/model-talk.mp3 Sun, 29 Nov 2009 21:35:25 GMT Loren Whetsell On this first Sunday in Advent, we are being called to be authentic in our faith, not putting on a show for others, but allowing our transformed hearts to show to the world who we really are on the inside. authenticity,authentic,model,advent,transformation 17:11 Christ is King and Lord of our Life. He calls us to make his presence known in the Kingdom of God even today. He lifts the burdens of life from us and allows us to breathe. http://www.sermoncloud.com/humc/life-from-under-the-pile http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/2613/life-from-under-the-pile.mp3 Sun, 22 Nov 2009 22:02:22 GMT Loren Whetsell Christ is King and Lord of our Life. He calls us to make his presence known in the Kingdom of God even today. He lifts the burdens of life from us and allows us to breathe. christ_the_king,lord,kingdom_of_god 21:24 God created us to enjoy life and with the ability to dream big, but some of us have stopped dreaming and have forgotten to enjoy life. If we are going to live our live wide awake, we must invest in people. The story of the four friends and the paralytic man shows the creativity and the dedication people have when it comes to helping others come to Christ. Let's imagine a world where people invest in people and help each other along the journey to Jesus. http://www.sermoncloud.com/humc/enjoy-invest-imagine http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/2613/enjoy-invest-imagine.mp3 Sun, 08 Nov 2009 16:39:40 GMT Loren Whetsell Wide Awake enjoy,invest,imagine,wide_awake,dream,friendship,dedication 33:02 Like God called Abram, God calls us to become explorers. If we are going to live the life of our dreams we must recapture the curiosity that God created us with. As followers of Christ, others who are unable to live the life of their dreams need us to live the life of our dreams. The 2nd in a three part series based on Erwin McManus's book, Wide Awake, http://www.sermoncloud.com/humc/explore-and-adapt http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/2613/explore-and-adapt.mp3 Sun, 01 Nov 2009 11:25:13 GMT Loren Whetsell Wide Awake faith,dream,exploration,growth,service,life,curiosity 28:10 God created us to be creative and to Dream big Dreams. When we begin to dream God-sized dreams, the world is changed. Too often we are timid when it comes to asking God for what we want. God empowers us and gives us direction for our lives. If we are going to dream big dreams, we must learn to live wide awake. http://www.sermoncloud.com/humc/dreaming-big-dreams http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/2613/dreaming-big-dreams.mp3 Sun, 25 Oct 2009 16:02:28 GMT Loren Whetsell Wide Awake dreams,vision,living,changing_the_world,blindness,healing 22:06 Too often we focus so much on the future that we don't take the time to listen to what God says to us. In making our own plans that we believe will bring us comfort, we miss the lesson Jesus teaches about humility and service. John and James provide a great example by which Jesus makes his point made. http://www.sermoncloud.com/humc/becoming-a-servant http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/2613/becoming-a-servant.mp3 Sun, 18 Oct 2009 18:26:06 GMT Loren Whetsell Too often we focus so much on the future that we don't take the time to listen to what God says to us. In making our own plans that we believe will bring us comfort, we miss the lesson Jesus teaches about humility and service. John and James ... humility,service,servanthood,servant,helping_others,listening 19:42 Job Teaches us about faithfulness in the midst of personal darkness. He teaches us that even when we cannot find God, God never abandons us. It is God that sustains us. God sent Jesus Christ into this dark world to be light. Jesus is the light in our personal darkness. http://www.sermoncloud.com/humc/searching-for-god-in-your-darkness http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/2613/searching-for-god-in-your-darkness.mp3 Sun, 11 Oct 2009 17:53:24 GMT Loren Whetsell Job Teaches us about faithfulness in the midst of personal darkness. He teaches us that even when we cannot find God, God never abandons us. It is God that sustains us. God sent Jesus Christ into this dark world to be light. Jesus is the light in ... darkness,persistenence,faithfulness,job,anger,searching 18:20 When life throws you a curve do you persist in yur integrity. Job's example is one that we can follow for today's living. We must stop blaming others for our situation and persist in our integrity. http://www.sermoncloud.com/humc/persisting-in-your-integrity http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/2613/persisting-in-your-integrity.mp3 Sun, 04 Oct 2009 05:05:55 GMT Loren Whetsell When life throws you a curve do you persist in yur integrity. Job's example is one that we can follow for today's living. We must stop blaming others for our situation and persist in our integrity. blame,job,integrity,persistence,lament 18:44 James offers sound advice for us regarding the effectiveness of prayer. As we try to deal with the trash in our lives, we need to turn to God in prayer. As those that have been pulled out of the mire of mud, we are called to run to those who have wandered from God's path for us and bring them back. http://www.sermoncloud.com/humc/cleaning-up-your-act http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/2613/cleaning-up-your-act.mp3 Sun, 27 Sep 2009 20:43:06 GMT Loren Whetsell Dealing With Life's Trash trash,mire,prayer,salvation,rescue,help,crying_out 23:19 James offers us wisdom about living for others rather than walking all over them for our own selfish ambitions. It is time that we submit ourselves fully to God and start to live a life of humility. http://www.sermoncloud.com/humc/recycle-and-renew http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/2613/recycle-and-renew.mp3 Sun, 20 Sep 2009 22:44:59 GMT Loren Whetsell Dealing With Life's Trash humility,jealousy,envy,selfishness,selfish_ambition 21:13 What are we doing today to share words that build people up rather than tear people down? James offers wisdom regarding the hurtful power of the tongue. We are encouraged to stop talkin' trash and instead start sharing words that will build the Kingdom of God. http://www.sermoncloud.com/humc/trash-talkin http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/2613/trash-talkin.mp3 Sun, 13 Sep 2009 14:09:06 GMT Loren Whetsell Dealing With Life's Trash tongue,encouragement,hope,building_up,words,trash,insults 23:20 We must feast on those things that nourish our souls rather than partake of only spiritual garbage. We are called to reach out to those whom we would rather not associate with. James has a message for us today. http://www.sermoncloud.com/humc/garbage-in-garbage-out http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/2613/garbage-in-garbage-out.mp3 Sun, 06 Sep 2009 00:08:58 GMT Loren Whetsell Dealing With Life's Trash garbage,spirutality,faith,servanthood,service,commitment 19:59 The first of a series on the Book of James. It's time that we look at the filth in our lives and take out the trash. James gives us much wisdom for the 21st century. http://www.sermoncloud.com/humc/taking-out-the-trash http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/2613/taking-out-the-trash.mp3 Sun, 30 Aug 2009 18:47:54 GMT Loren Whetsell Dealing With Life's Trash trash,evil,wisdom,sin,separation_from_god,grace 20:53 http://www.sermoncloud.com/humc/praying-persistently-in-the-spirit http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/2613/praying-persistently-in-the-spirit.mp3 Sun, 23 Aug 2009 05:34:41 GMT Loren Whetsell prayer,evil,armor_of_god,praing_in_the_spirit 18:16 How do you give thanks to God for everything in a world full of tragedy? Paul offers sound advice. http://www.sermoncloud.com/humc/giving-thanks-to-god-for-everything http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/2613/giving-thanks-to-god-for-everything.mp3 Sun, 16 Aug 2009 14:07:00 GMT Loren Whetsell How do you give thanks to God for everything in a world full of tragedy? Paul offers sound advice. praising_god,debauchery,drunkenness,thankfullness,thanks 20:54 Paul's message to the church is relevant to us today. How can we today live a life in imitation of God? What example are we setting for the generations to come? http://www.sermoncloud.com/humc/living-a-life-in-imitation-of-god http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/2613/living-a-life-in-imitation-of-god.mp3 Sun, 09 Aug 2009 15:37:44 GMT Loren Whetsell Paul's message to the church is relevant to us today. How can we today live a life in imitation of God? What example are we setting for the generations to come? lying,cheating,stealing,forgiveness,anger,grace,perfection 19:03 As God's people we are called into unity with one another to carry the message of our redemption through Jesus to the next generation. The Apostle Paul reminds the people of the Ephesian church that they have been gifted and equipped to carry the good news of Jesus to the world. http://www.sermoncloud.com/humc/one-body-in-one-spirit http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/2613/one-body-in-one-spirit.mp3 Sun, 02 Aug 2009 12:31:08 GMT Loren Whetsell As God's people we are called into unity with one another to carry the message of our redemption through Jesus to the next generation. The Apostle Paul reminds the people of the Ephesian church that they have been gifted and equipped to carry the ... unity,spiritual_gifts,camp,generations,fiathfulness 20:12 Everyone experiences struggle in their life. Without Christ, life's challenges cannot be overcome and little can be accomplished. http://www.sermoncloud.com/humc/accomplishing-little-without-christ http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/2613/accomplishing-little-without-christ.mp3 Sun, 26 Jul 2009 18:40:31 GMT Loren Whetsell Everyone experiences struggle in their life. Without Christ, life's challenges cannot be overcome and little can be accomplished. trust,christ,struggle,acceptance 20:22 How do we understand and receive God's Free Gift of Grace in 21st Century America? What does it mean to be adopted as one of God's own children? http://www.sermoncloud.com/humc/receiving-gods-wonderful-gift http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/2613/receiving-gods-wonderful-gift.mp3 Sun, 12 Jul 2009 16:09:03 GMT Loren Whetsell How do we understand and receive God's Free Gift of Grace in 21st Century America? What does it mean to be adopted as one of God's own children? grace,free_gift,reconcilliation,restoration 21:43 Sometimes those closest to us reject the transformation we experience when we find our true identity in Christ. We are called to engage people in Holy conversation even as we face rejection. http://www.sermoncloud.com/humc/moving-beyond-the-kitchen-table http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/2613/moving-beyond-the-kitchen-table.mp3 Sun, 05 Jul 2009 18:20:47 GMT Loren Whetsell Sometimes those closest to us reject the transformation we experience when we find our true identity in Christ. We are called to engage people in Holy conversation even as we face rejection. perseverance,rejection,conversation,moral_fiber 19:10 Talking about money is often taboo in churches. The Apostle Paul wrote to the Corinthian church to encourage them to maintain a balance between their present abundance and others' needs. We should likewise be encouraged. http://www.sermoncloud.com/humc/maintaining-a-fair-balance http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/2613/maintaining-a-fair-balance.mp3 Sun, 28 Jun 2009 10:00:49 GMT Loren Whetsell Talking about money is often taboo in churches. The Apostle Paul wrote to the Corinthian church to encourage them to maintain a balance between their present abundance and others' needs. We should likewise be encouraged. stewardship,money,fairness,giving,fruit_of_the_spirit,balance 21:46 Even those that are close to Jesus experience storms in their life. Where do you turn when things begin to overwhelm you? http://www.sermoncloud.com/humc/riding-out-the-storms http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/2613/riding-out-the-storms.mp3 Sun, 21 Jun 2009 17:49:14 GMT Loren Whetsell Even those that are close to Jesus experience storms in their life. Where do you turn when things begin to overwhelm you? faith,storms,faithfullness,control 16:59 When it comes to nurturing those in the faith, we sometimes over water the seeds. http://www.sermoncloud.com/humc/seeds-of-grace http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/2613/seeds-of-grace.mp3 Sun, 14 Jun 2009 13:37:07 GMT Loren Whetsell When it comes to nurturing those in the faith, we sometimes over water the seeds. faith,seeds,god's_grace 14:20 Our Strength and support during times of desperation comes from our faith in God. It is not for us to ask "Why?" but instead to ask "What now?" http://www.sermoncloud.com/humc/dont-ask-why http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/2613/dont-ask-why.mp3 Sun, 07 Jun 2009 17:16:49 GMT Mike Hight Our Strength and support during times of desperation comes from our faith in God. It is not for us to ask "Why?" but instead to ask "What now?" desperation,faith,hope,inspiration 21:48 In the daily grind of life we have lost track of the Spirit of God that came to the world at Pentecost. How would we approach life differently if we woke every day expecting the power of God to do something in the world? How can we open our lives to receive the Holy Spirit and be empowered to witness to the love of God through Jesus Christ? http://www.sermoncloud.com/humc/from-an-ember-comes-fire http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/2613/from-an-ember-comes-a-flame.mp3 Sun, 31 May 2009 12:55:52 GMT Loren Whetsell In the daily grind of life we have lost track of the Spirit of God that came to the world at Pentecost. How would we approach life differently if we woke every day expecting the power of God to do something in the world? How can we open our lives ... pentecost,holy_spirit,ember,flame,expectation 18:49 How do we cope with our losses in the midst of a world that is ever-changing. http://www.sermoncloud.com/humc/cloud-gazing http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/2613/cloud-gazing.mp3 Sun, 24 May 2009 14:08:43 GMT Loren Whetsell How do we cope with our losses in the midst of a world that is ever-changing. repentence,ascension,loss 21:44 We are called to bear fruit that will last. What does this mean in a post-modern world? What does friendship mean today? How can we love one another if we don't even know one another? These questions are the focus of todays message. http://www.sermoncloud.com/humc/bearing-fruit-that-will-last http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/2613/fruit-that-will-last.mp3 Sun, 17 May 2009 13:38:38 GMT Loren Whetsell We are called to bear fruit that will last. What does this mean in a post-modern world? What does friendship mean today? How can we love one another if we don't even know one another? These questions are the focus of todays message. friendship,love,legacy,fruit_that_will_last 20:06 God is Love. Where do we go when we fear life? What fills the void of community today? The church must become community again. http://www.sermoncloud.com/humc/there-is-no-fear-in-love http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/2613/there-is-no-fear-in-love.mp3 Sun, 10 May 2009 02:58:01 GMT Loren Whetsell God is Love. Where do we go when we fear life? What fills the void of community today? The church must become community again. community,love,salvation,the_church 20:42 The moral fabric of Western Society is being torn apart. "Commitment" has become a disagreeable word for many. As followers of Christ, we must recommit our lives to Christ and share his love with others. Christ remains committed to defending us from the wolves of life no matter when they come and never abandons us. Can we say the same? http://www.sermoncloud.com/humc/commitment--are-we-running-like-a-hired-hand http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/2613/commitment--are-we-running-like-the-a-hired-hand.mp3 Sun, 03 May 2009 23:09:46 GMT Loren Whetsell The moral fabric of Western Society is being torn apart. "Commitment" has become a disagreeable word for many. As followers of Christ, we must recommit our lives to Christ and share his love with others. Christ remains committed to ... moral_fiber,morality,next_generation,good_shepherd,commitment 13:55 Our lives are spinning out of control and we must find new direction for our lives. Christ provides us with the method for finding new direction for our lives. http://www.sermoncloud.com/humc/find-a-new-direction http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/2613/find-a-new-direction.mp3 Sun, 26 Apr 2009 22:21:09 GMT Loren Whetsell Our lives are spinning out of control and we must find new direction for our lives. Christ provides us with the method for finding new direction for our lives. sin,direction,righteousness,christ 15:57 Thomas was not alone in his doubt. It was he that first confessed Jesus as his Lord. http://www.sermoncloud.com/humc/why-do-we-doubt http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/2613/why-do-we-doubt.mp3 Sun, 19 Apr 2009 18:15:57 GMT Loren Whetsell Thomas was not alone in his doubt. It was he that first confessed Jesus as his Lord. doubt,confession,jesus_as_lord,thomas,resurrection,witness 16:55 Easter Sunrise Message -- All hope seemed to be lost with the death of Jesus. Christ overcame death and restored hope to the world. As people of the resurrection we are to bring Christs hope to the world. Video content courtesy of mothlight creative http://mothlightcreative.com/Work/rebirth.html all rights reserved. http://www.sermoncloud.com/humc/hope-in-an-empty-tomb http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/2613/hope-in-an-empty-tomb.mp3 Sun, 12 Apr 2009 20:44:09 GMT Loren Whetsell Easter Sunrise Message -- All hope seemed to be lost with the death of Jesus. Christ overcame death and restored hope to the world. As people of the resurrection we are to bring Christs hope to the world. Video content courtesy of mothlight ... witnesses,resurrection,hope 12:54 Easter Message 10:30 Worship -- We are to be witnesses of all that happened in the life of Jesus and proclaim that He is risen! http://www.sermoncloud.com/humc/witnesses-of-hope http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/2613/witnesses-of-hope.mp3 Sun, 12 Apr 2009 20:45:27 GMT Loren Whetsell Easter Message 10:30 Worship -- We are to be witnesses of all that happened in the life of Jesus and proclaim that He is risen! witness,easter,resurrection 20:27 Shouts of Hosanna turned to shouts of Crucify Him. We start our faith journey enthusiastically and often our enthusiasm fades. Will we follow Jesus all the way to the cross? http://www.sermoncloud.com/humc/fading-shouts http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/2613/fading-shouts.mp3 Sun, 05 Apr 2009 13:57:50 GMT Loren Whetsell Shouts of Hosanna turned to shouts of Crucify Him. We start our faith journey enthusiastically and often our enthusiasm fades. Will we follow Jesus all the way to the cross? faithfullness,cross,christ_the_victor 16:35 As Christians, we must be prepared to show others Christ http://www.sermoncloud.com/humc/where-is-jesus http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/2613/where-is-jesus.mp3 Sun, 29 Mar 2009 13:52:20 GMT Loren Whetsell As Christians, we must be prepared to show others Christ christian,jesus,greeks 13:04 God's Grace is free and unearned. We struggle to cling to world's of our own making and overlook the wider world around us. http://www.sermoncloud.com/humc/a-package-left-at-the-door http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/2613/a-package-left-at-the-door.mp3 Sun, 22 Mar 2009 13:33:55 GMT Loren Whetsell God's Grace is free and unearned. We struggle to cling to world's of our own making and overlook the wider world around us. grace,freedom,darkness_and_light 21:26 We seek answers to life's questions and when we don't hear the answer we try to fix the world ourselves. Paul encouraged the church in Corinth and encourages us to persevere even when people think our Christian hope is pointless and irrelevant for today. http://www.sermoncloud.com/humc/the-foolish-plan-of-god http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/2613/the-foolish-plan-of-god.mp3 Sun, 15 Mar 2009 18:37:53 GMT Loren Whetsell We seek answers to life's questions and when we don't hear the answer we try to fix the world ourselves. Paul encouraged the church in Corinth and encourages us to persevere even when people think our Christian hope is pointless and irrelevant for today. prayer,god's_wisdom 22:56 What does it mean to follow Jesus in this Broken World? What does it mean to take up one's cross? The dark clouds of sin and death are overcome. http://www.sermoncloud.com/humc/following-faithfully-in-a-broken-world http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/2613/folowing-faithfully-in-a-broken-world.mp3 Sun, 08 Mar 2009 16:01:26 GMT Loren Whetsell What does it mean to follow Jesus in this Broken World? What does it mean to take up one's cross? The dark clouds of sin and death are overcome. sin,discipleship,followers_of_christ 21:43 Lent is a time of self discovery in the wilderness. http://www.sermoncloud.com/humc/a-time-in-the-wilderness http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/2613/a-time-in-the-wilderness.mp3 Sun, 01 Mar 2009 17:46:46 GMT Loren Whetsell Lent is a time of self discovery in the wilderness. lent,wilderness,prepare 16:27 We are not called to remain on the mountain but to go back down transformed to serve others in the name of Christ. If we are comfortable then we are not growing in our faith. http://www.sermoncloud.com/humc/serve-one-another http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/2613/serve-one-another.mp3 Sun, 22 Feb 2009 23:00:39 GMT Loren Whetsell We are not called to remain on the mountain but to go back down transformed to serve others in the name of Christ. If we are comfortable then we are not growing in our faith. faith,growth,mountain-top_experience,transfiguaration,servanthood,service,hands-on_mission,risk-taking_mission 18:53 Believing is not the same as doing. We must "Do" what we believe. We must do what Jesus Did. http://www.sermoncloud.com/humc/are-you-running-aimlessly http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/2613/are-you-running-aimlessly.mp3 Sun, 15 Feb 2009 19:40:20 GMT Loren Whetsell Believing is not the same as doing. We must "Do" what we believe. We must do what Jesus Did. belief,faith 20:20 As We celebrate scout Sunday, we examine the wonders of God's creation http://www.sermoncloud.com/humc/finding-god-in-the-wilderness http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/2613/finding-god-in-the-wilderness.mp3 Sun, 08 Feb 2009 20:09:27 GMT Loren Whetsell As We celebrate scout Sunday, we examine the wonders of God's creation creation,god,scouts 16:08 Do you get sidetracked as you attempt to follow Christ. We examine how we can remain centered in our faith. http://www.sermoncloud.com/humc/sidetracked-on-the-way http://media.monkserve.com/EKK/2613/sidetracked-on-the-way.mp3 Sun, 01 Feb 2009 21:01:35 GMT Loren Whetsell Do you get sidetracked as you attempt to follow Christ. We examine how we can remain centered in our faith. faithfullness 15:50