What Does Faithful Stewardship Look Like in God’s Kingdom? Through the compelling parallel of George Washington Carver’s life and Jesus’ Parable of the Talents, Pastor Jim unveils a powerful truth about divine investment. Drawing from Matthew 25, he illustrates how God entrusts each believer with valuable resources — whether five talents, two, or one —...
Are You Ready for the Bridegroom? Have you ever wondered what it truly means to be ready for Christ’s return? In a powerful sermon, Pastor Jim drew a fascinating parallel between Christopher Columbus’s divine mission and Jesus’s parable of the ten virgins, illuminating the crucial difference between merely appearing prepared and being genuinely ready for...
Sermon: Matthew 22:23-46 – Questions What if the greatest test of wisdom wasn’t solving complex riddles, but revealing the truth of our hearts? In this powerful message, Pastor Jim explores Jesus’s masterful responses to the religious leaders’ attempts to trap Him with questions about marriage, resurrection, and the law. Through vivid encounters in Matthew 22,...
SERMON: MATTHEW 22:1-22 THE KING’S INVITATION & OUR RESPONSE Have you ever wondered what your RSVP to God’s greatest invitation reveals about your heart? In this powerful message, Pastor Jim unpacks Jesus’ parable of the wedding feast, where a king’s lavish celebration becomes a profound metaphor for God’s kingdom. Through vivid storytelling and timely connections...
Authentic Faith vs. Outward Religion Have you ever wondered if your faith has become more about appearance than authenticity? Pastor Jim explores a powerful parallel between a barren fig tree and empty religiosity in Matthew 21, unveiling how Jesus confronts mere outward shows of faith. Through compelling stories of modern church struggles and ancient biblical...
Righteous Anger & Cleansing: Matthew 21:1–17 Sermon by Pastor Jim · Sharon Reformed Church What if the very foundation of your faith was tested? In his powerful sermon, Pastor Jim takes us on a journey through the gripping narrative of Jesus’ triumphant yet tumultuous entry into Jerusalem, paralleling it with the profound impact of Jonathan...
Redefining Greatness: A Sermon on Matthew 20:17-34 Can you imagine a world turned upside down by a radical vision of greatness? In Pastor Jim’s latest sermon, he beautifully explores Jesus’ profound teaching from the Sermon on the Mount where He declares, “You are the light of the world…” (Matthew 5:14-16). Unlike worldly wisdom, which equates...
Sermon Matthew 20:1-16 Questions Understanding Grace: How does the parable of the laborers in the vineyard challenge our conventional understanding of fairness and justice? In what ways does the sermon illustrate the concept of grace as being “unexpectedly generous”? God’s Sovereignty and Mercy: How does the sermon describe the sovereignty of God in extending...
Cost of Discipleship: How does Dietrich Bonhoeffer’s concept of “cheap grace” challenge our understanding of what it means to follow Jesus? In what ways does the story of the rich young ruler illustrate the cost of discipleship? What are some modern-day “idols” that might hinder our full commitment to Christ? Grace and Works: How does...
Sermon Matthew 19:1-15 Questions Covenantal Love and Commitment: How does Ruth’s commitment to Naomi exemplify covenantal love, and how can we apply this kind of love in our own relationships? In what ways does the sermon challenge our modern understanding of commitment, especially in marriage? Marriage as a Sacred Covenant: What does it mean...
