Westside Murray Sermons: Recent Episodes
Merrick Nunn
Praise is a term found throughout scripture, that God specifically calls his people to. Why is praise so significant? How does praise change us? What can I learn about praise from this Psalm? These are the questions we will seek to answer from Psalm 146.
As we walk through Psalm 133, we see three truths about the unity God gives His people. And ultimately what that unity calls us to do. Psalm 133
Join us as we read through Psalm 131, we see David showing us a picture of what contentment in Christ looks like, how it is achieved, and ultimately what it produces.
Join us as Ian Carrico leads us through Psalm 107 to show us how redemption leads us to the expression of thanks! Psalm107
What do I do with the fears that impact my life? Join us as we seek to answer that question with the truths shown to us in Psalm 27.
As we read through this Psalm, we see the beauty and blessedness that forgiveness brings, the way in which we should seek forgiveness, and ultimately what forgiveness ought to produce in the life of the believer. Psalm 32.
Dr. Michael Cabell, Evangelism Team Leader of the KBC, leads us through a tough saying of Jesus and shows us as followers of Christ we forgive because we have been forgiven. Matthew 18:21-35
God's word invites us to worship in all circumstances and to taste of his goodness in all things. Psalm 34.
As we look at a psalm written by David, we see that even in perhaps the darkest circumstances of his life, he was satisfied with his God. And I want us to see how we too can be satisfied in him. Psalm 63.
Join us as Pastor Merrick shares from Ephesians 3 his prayer for God's people at Westside. Ephesians 3:14-21.
God has a will and work for all of our lives. The question is: do you know his will and the work he’s given to you? Join us in John 4 as we answer this all-important question.
This morning as we walk through Joshua 1, we want to see how God encourages Joshua and the nation of Israel through the greatest transition in the nation’s history. And how ultimately even in the midst of the unknown, the Lord is still in control and his plans are still wonderful and worthy to be trusted. Joshua 1:1-18.
In Daniel 9:20–27, we see the beautiful reality that our God is an intentional God. He’s given his people his word! As Daniel reads and seeks the Lord, God responds. What we see is that we don’t serve a distant God; instead, we serve a God who desires to make himself known, and he does.
If we are to become faithful and effective in prayer, we must be shaped by the Word of God. Powerful prayer doesn’t begin with us and our requests; instead, it flows from Scripture. As God’s Word fills our hearts and minds, it begins to guide what we pray, how we pray, and why we pray. Daniel 9:1-19
What is our purpose? And how can we live a life on mission? Join us as we hear from Blake Shuecraft, Salt Network Church Planter, as he shares with the congregation about the church he is planting in 2027. Isaiah 6:1-8.
Join us as we look at the charge Paul gives to see how we can how the believer ought to respond to the news of the resurrection and how it should change every aspect of our lives. 2 Corinthians 5:14-21
Everyone is seeking something in this life. The problem is, you will never find what you are ultimately looking for until you look to Jesus. The challenge from Jesus himself is this: will you look to me and find what you’re looking for, or will you keep searching elsewhere? Jphn 1:35-39
Even when the world looks chaotic, God is never out of control; He is actively ruling over history. And in Daniel 7, God graciously pulls back the curtain to show both who will establish His kingdom (the Son of Man) and who will ultimately receive it (His saints).
Knowing the foundational truth that God is with his children, should embolden and empower us to live with conviction and courage. Not because life will always be easy. No, but because he promises to always be with us. Daniel 6
Prideful people must be warned of the dangers that are before them…but here’s the problem: few people genuinely think they are prideful and apart from God’s word, you’ll never see the truth. Daniel 5 helps us see what pride looks like and cautions us to beware of any pride that rests in our hearts.
The only way to know God and see him rightly is to be humbled by him. We will never come to faith in the Lord until we lose our pride and confidence in ourselves. But, when we see the Lord rightly, he will bring us to humility before him, the exalted Lord of the world. Daniel 4:1-37.
In Daniel 3, we learn about three young men who would rather lose their lives than bow to the idols of the land. In their courage to stand, we see how we can learn to stand against the idols of our day as faithful witnesses for Christ. Daniel 3:1-30
Believers should delight in reading the Bible because it reminds us throughout that God is in control. Story after story, we see that he is in control and is working all things out to a certain end. Daniel 2:31-49.
Identity doesn't come from effort it comes from life that God gives for His glory. Join us as we wrap up our student ministry weekend with our guest preacher Joe Yarborough. Ezekiel 37
If we do not know the Lord, and if we aren’t concerned with growing in our knowledge and love for him, we will never develop convictions that lead to courageous living. Daniel 2:1-30.
To live with courage and conviction begins long before we are tested. It begins with a heartfelt resolve to know God’s word and do it, no matter what. In short, faithfulness is decided before it is tested. Daniel 1.
Guest Speaker Dr. Todd Gray, Executive Director of the Kentucky Baptist Convention, brings this Sanctity of Human Life Sunday message and gives us seven statements the Bible reveals of how we are called to value human life biblically.
The call to Christianity is the call to sacrifice your life for Christ. Not to earn anything, but to have the life the Lord has called you to as faithful servants of his…indeed, it is the only life worth living. Nehemiah 1:1-2:8.
If we want to walk closely with the Lord, we cannot do that apart from abiding in his word. In fact, abiding in his word is the catalyst for spiritual health in nearly every aspect of our lives. Jeremiah 2; 2 Kings 22
As we look at a famed vision given to the prophet Ezekiel amid some of Israel's darkest days, we will see God's promise to bring new life and hope into their situation and to all of us who are his. Ezekiel 37:1-14.
The birth of Jesus does not happen as we would expect, but it happens exactly as God planned. In fact, the way and the timing both demonstrate that God is in control the whole time. And this story provides a needed reminder that God works his way, on his time, and it’s always for the best.
Joseph faced an impossible situation, but when God revealed who the child was, everything changed. In the same way, when we truly see who Jesus is, it changes everything about how we live. Matthew 1:18-25
It is hard for us to conceive of life with no limits…and yet, what we find is that God does not have any limits regarding who he can use or what he can do, and the story of Jesus’s birth is a defining picture of that reality. Luke 1:26-38.
Many will miss the wedding feast of Christ and his bride (the church). Surprisingly, people won't miss the feast because they weren't invited; instead, they will miss it because they've either ignored the invitation or were unwilling to prepare for it. Join us as we close our Parables series.
A Christian ought to reflect the love of Jesus in all of their actions. Join us as we look to the parable of the good Samaritan to show us how this is manifested in the life of the believer. Luke 10:25-37
Everyone struggles with the desire for having more than is needed, or with the fear of not having what we need. Jesus gives us a parable and a teaching that both warn us against the blinding effects of covetousness and the cripplying effects of anxiety. Luke 12:13-34
If we don’t realize that what impresses on earth is unimpressive in heaven, we will believe a lie and miss out on the Lord. What people naturally value is not the same as what God values. Therefore, we must look to the word and see what the Lord desires if we are to live a life that pleases him. Luke 16:19-31
While we all know we ought to pray, we often aren’t really sure how to do so effectively. Jesus provides a simple guide for his disciples to understand how they ought to pray, and it would be wise for us to learn it and then do it! Luke 11:1-13
Everyone experiences discouragement, but those who are in Christ should always take heart because the Lord has provided for us a straightforward remedy: diligent, heartfelt prayer. Luke 18:1-14
Jesus teaches this parable to reveal that true disciples will continually live in obedience to serving what God has entrusted to them for the Kingdom until He returns. Matthew 25:14-30.
While many people claim to be Christians, far fewer can actually define what that means or how they can really know if they are. Fortunately, Jesus describes with precision what it means to know him, i.e., to be a Christian, and it’d be wise to listen and heed his words. Matthew 7:21-29.
Your greatest need is to recognize your need for God’s forgiveness and to experience his forgiveness! When someone experiences the freedom of being forgiven, it can and will lead to a profound and lasting change in their life. Luke 7:35-50
When we look around, we can get disheartened, discouraged, angry, and even confused. It is only when we look up that we’ll be able to see the truth and find the hope we’re looking for in the midst of hardship and discouragement. 1 Peter 1:3-12
Jesus makes it clear what the cost of discipleship is. And this morning as we look at who this call is to, what it prohibits, and what it demands we see the great calling that it is to be a disciple of Christ. Luke 14:25-35.
Jesus is the one and only invaluable treasure on this earth. It’s not that there aren’t other valuable things in this world; it’s that in comparison to Jesus and what he gives us, nothing is even remotely as valuable as he is. Matthew 13:44-46
Every believer is called and enabled to influence the world for Christ. The question is never: are you called or able to influence others? The question is simply will you seek to? Matthew 13:24-33
Naturally, we struggle to comprehend the depth of our sinfulness and the greatness of the love and mercy of our God. This parable presents both in shocking fashion as Jesus tells a story of two radically sinful sons and their Father whose love is that much more extravagant. Luke 15:11-32
Naturally, we hear what we want to hear rather than what Jesus actually says! We often hear the easy truths and look past the hard ones, but Jesus doesn’t give us that option. Today, I want to show you why listening is so crucial, and how not giving the word your ear could be the greatest mistake of your life. Matthew 13:1-23
Listen in as we hear an update from our Scotland Missionary, Wade Clark. And be challenged as he preaches 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11
For anyone to come to know the Lord, they must encounter him personally. For it is only when we encounter God that we will ever see our need for him and experience his amazing grace. Exodus 20:18-24
Each of the commandments shatter the image that we create for ourselves. The Tenth Commandments directly speaks to the state our hearts. Whether we know it or not, we covet things in life when our hope should be in Christ. Will you find contentment in Christ or will you put your hope and value in the things of this world?
Followers of Jesus are called to be people who delight in the truth. God calls his followers to speak truthfully, not deceitfully or destructively. And his followers are always to use their words to demonstrate love for their neighbor. Exodus 20:16
We often downplay the command not to steal, thinking it’s not as serious as murder or adultery. But in God’s eyes, stealing is a serious offense. And we need to grasp the full weight of what this command forbids, as well as what it encourages. Exodus 20:15.
The seventh commandment isn't speaking against something; rather, it is speaking FOR something. Sex was God's invention, and he has clear boundaries that he calls us to live by for our good and his glory. Exodus 20:14
To keep the sixth commandment means we recognize the value of human life and treat people through that proper lens. Exodus 20:13.
The parent-child relationship is the God-given training ground where people learn to live under authority. This is a weighty responsibility for parents, and an essential need for children. Exodus 20:12.
As we continue to see the character of God revealed in the 10 commandments, God specifically through the 4th commandment shows his followers how to honor, worship, and remember the work that he has done for them as they observe the Sabbath. Exodus 20:8-11.
God's name is more than just a label or word we use in prayer. His name reveals his identity, his reputation, and his character. And he forbids us from using his name in an empty and worthless way. Exodus 20:7
People often think that as long as they worship the "right" God, then they are worshipping correctly and in a manner that is acceptable to Him. The Lord doesn't just call us to worship him alone; he also calls us to worship him as he deserves to be worshipped. Exodus 20:4-6.
The Ten Commandments aren’t only still applicable, but they are essential for followers of Jesus today, specifically the First Commandment. If we obey the First Commandment, we will obey them all! Exodus 20:1-3.
The letter of James ends with a specific charge to the church. Join us as we walk through the ending of the letter and see 4 aspects of this incredible charge. James 5:12-20.
To live our lives for Christ, we must recognize the vices of wealth, the virtue of patience, and just how often we get theses topics wrong. James 5:1-11.
All of us, if we call ourselves believers, are being sent into the harvest that is plentiful. Join us as we turn to the text where Jesus sends out the twelve to do ministry. Looking specifically at the prayer beforehand, the commission given, and the mindsets they should keep as they are working for the cause of Christ. Matthew 9:35-10:42.
When we live our daily lives according to our plans rather than His, we are living proudly. We aren't called to just acknowledge God and his plans for our lives; we must actively seek to live our daily lives in line with His will and purposes! James 4:13-17.
We must never think we've outgrown our need to hear the good news of Jesus or that we've mastered it – in fact, it is only through the gospel that we can grow and become who Christ has saved us to be! 1 Corinthians 15.
How you answer the question, “Who is Jesus?” not only determines your eternity but also how you respond to Jesus and worship Him. Join us as we look at the events surrounding the triumphant entry and see who Jesus is shown to be. Luke 19.
As we look at this incredible account of the Lord doing something incredible in the life of his people, join us as we zoom in specifically at the wonderful way in which the Lord works. Genesis 18 & 21.
To experience new life in Christ or to experience life to the fullest in Christ, we must humble ourselves before him. We must look to Jesus, see how far we fall short, and be humbled by his amazing and greater grace. James 4:7-10.
Christians sin... but do we take our sin seriously? Do we really understand the ugly truth about sin for believers? Often, the answer is no. James wants us to see the reason why we sin and the effect it has on our relationship with Christ. James 4:1-6
Everyone lives by one of two wisdoms: earthly or heavenly. So, what is the difference between wisdom from above and wisdom from below? How can we know which one we, and others, are living by? Join us in James 3:13-18 to find out.
While we often think our greatest battle is with our actions, that's actually not true. Our greatest battle is with our words, and they are the greatest indicator of what is truly in our hearts. James 3:1-12
While many people claim to have faith in Christ, not all that we call "faith" really is faith as the bible describes it. Join us as James describes the difference between dead and living faith. James 2:14-26.
The sin of partiality affects all of us and if we aren't battling against it we will fall into it. Join us as we continue our series in James as we look at how we are called to love like a child of God. James 2:1-13
We have numerous stories in scripture of people having life changing encounters with God. Join us as we wrap up our student ministry weekend looking at Jesus's encounter with a blind beggar. Luke 18:35-43.
How can we know if we've been born again? James gives us a clear litmus test to listen and evaluate ourselves. Join us as we study this vital passage. James 1:26-27
Just as it is only through the power of God's word that we can have new birth in Christ, we can only experience new life in Christ through the power of his word. Join us as we talk about how the word enables us to live our new life in Christ. James 1:19-25
We will all battle sin and temptation. Join us as we learn from James's writings of how we can see the sin in our lives rightly and fight against it. James 1:13-18.
Join us for a sermon from Pastor Merrick on the Sanctity of Life. Tune in and be empowered by God's Word on this important topic.
By nature, we seek to avoid trials and hardships. We see them negatively and struggle to understand how good can come from them. But, James helps us see that trials are not only helpful for us, but they are necessary. Join us as we start this series in James.
With a new year comes the opportunity to pause, reflect, and reset. We need to do this periodically in our spiritual lives. Join us as we look at Hebrews 12 as a guide for a spiritual reset. Hebrews 12:1-2
David's life is built on his relationship with God. Join us as we look at truths Psalm 63 to help us to tune our hearts to praise God despite the circumstances. Psalm 63:1-11.
The Lord doesn’t just tell his people what the Savior would come and do; he also tells them who this Savior would be. Join us as we look at four titles attributed to Jesus.
While we can fix many things, no one can fix the actual issues in our world and in our lives except for Jesus. Join us in Isaiah 9 as we are shown what the child to come will do. Isaiah 9:1-4
As we begin our sermon series for the Advent season we turn to the book of Isaiah. Join us as we look to Isaiah 7 and see how the Lord is a God who pursues people. Isaiah 7:1-14
Despite man's sin, God grants a new beginning through Noah. Join us as we look into Genesis 9 and see how he can bring a new beginning to you today. Genesis 9:1-7
While it is easy to see the issues in Jonah’s heart, we must see that this book is meant to be a reflection. What are Jonah's issues in this book? How do they apply to us? And how is Jesus the answer even here?
In Jonah three, we see one of the greatest miracles in the Bible. Join us as we look at this dense chapter and highly the power and mercy of our God. Jonah 3:1-10
This story is a reflection not only of Jonah's heart but the condition of our own hearts as well. We see God continuing to pursue Jonah despite his rebellion. It's a reminder of not just what God was asking Jonah to do for Nineveh but also God wanted to do for Jonah, and us, through Christ. Jonah 2:1-10
These two words don’t belong together, and yet, the Lord still shows us his marvelous grace when we rebel. Join us as we look at this story of radical rebellion, and an even more radical grace! Jonah 1:4-17.
God has a calling on every person's life. Join us as we discuss God's calling for our lives and how we must learn to respond. Jonah 1:1-3.
The Gospel of John concludes with Jesus restoring and commissioning Peter. Join us as we look into at how we, like Peter, should follow Jesus. John 21:15-23
In John 21:1-14, John tells a story that reveals how God continues to minister to our needs in our daily lives. Join us as we dive into this passage.
There is not a trial in this life that should cause us to lose our trust in Jesus; instead, trials should lead us to CLING to him. How can we do that, though? Join us as we discuss how by looking at Mark 4:35-41.
Sacrifice is a vital aspect of the Christian life. We are called to sacrifice, but why? What is the calling to sacrifice actually about? Join us as we look at this vital and final core value for our church: Sacrifice Willingly.
Where is the value of multiplication in God's word and why should it be a core value for our church? Join us as we look at the crucial value of biblical multiplication.
What is the identity of a follower of Jesus? Who does Jesus say they are, and what is their responsibility? Join us as we look at Matthew 5:13-16 and learn how we are to live missionally.
How can we become who God has created us to be? Ephesians. 4:1-16 provides the foundation for who the church is to be and how we should function. Join us as we discuss this essential biblical core value.
In the midst of an impossible situation we see Jehoshaphat's example to keep his eyes on God. Join us as we look to 2 Chronicles 20 and be encouraged by the word of God.
To disciple intentionally should be a part of the lifeblood of every follower of Jesus. Join us as we discuss our need to disciple in general, and our hope for discipleship at Westside in particular. 2 Timothy 1-2
What is the "secret" to bearing spiritual fruit? What is the step that enables every other step in our Christian journey? Join us as we talk about abiding in Jesus. John 15:1-5.
The vision of every believer should be to treasure Jesus above all else! Join us as we look at the Apostle Paul and learn how he sought to treasure Jesus.
Those who are children of the Lord will endure despite the issues they face in this life. And they won’t endure because of their intellect, effort, or ability; rather, they will endure because God is able to bring them safely home to himself. Join us as we close out our series in Jude.
Jude tells the church how we can properly contend for the faith. He implores them to remember, remain, and reach. Join us as we dive into this important text. Jude 17-23.
Jude provides the church with several warnings regarding false teaching and teachers. Join us as we look at this needed passage. Jude 5-16.
Jude opens his letter to the church and reveal his heart and love for the gospel. In this letter, we discover that to contend for the faith, we need to be reminded of who we are. Jude 1-4.
What happens when we do what is right in our own eyes? Judges 19-21 show us the moral chaos that occurred in Israel because no one worshipped the King. Join us as we discuss the most difficult passage in the Old Testament.
In Judges 17-18, we see God's people doing what is right in their own eyes. We can do the same thing today. Both are an attempt to create God or Christianity how we want them to be rather than how they are. Join us as we look at three probing questions from this passage.
We have a tendency to trust in our strengths while neglecting our weaknesses. This can be a fatal mistake. Join us as we look at the famous story of Samson and Delilah and learn two valuable lessons about our weaknesses.
How can we tell the difference between true Christianity versus an imitation version? Judges 15 provides a critical contrast to help us see this distinction.
In Judges 14, we see the flaws of Samson. He was a man called to be set apart but his flaws got in his own way. How can we learn form Samson's mistakes and we live our lives in obedience to God's calling?
The only way for us to endure our failures and struggles with sin are to see them in light of the finished work of Christ on the cross. Join us as we look at four vital truths from Zechariah 3.
Today is Pentecost Sunday! Join us as we answer the questions: Who is the Holy Spirit? What does the Holy Spirit do? and Why do we need the Holy Spirit? John 14.
What's the relationship between good works and salvation? Is there one? How are good works a means by which we treasure Jesus? Join us as we discuss this in Titus 2-3.
What does it mean to love God with all of your heart? Join us as we look at this part of the great commandment!
What does it mean to treasure Jesus with your head? Join us as we look at part of the great commandment and its importance for us.
We know what the mission of the church is, but what is the vision for our church? Where are we going? Join us as we look into the vision for Westside.
What is your calling as a believer? Join us as we see how the calling on Samson’s life informs our calling as followers of Jesus. Judges 13
Judges 10-12 introduces us to Jephthah. In a passage that raises lots of questions, we have lessons that we need to remind ourselves and apply to our lives to be the disciples that God will use.
This is the most important question you will ever answer. Join us as we look at this crucial passage in Matthew 16, to see who Jesus is and why it matters.
Why should the church focus on going to the nations? Why should the church seek to send people out on mission? Join us as we look at the impetus for Christian missions and celebrate the Clarks as they go.
While no one wants to hit rock bottom, for many, it is the means by which they see their need for Jesus and turn to him. For others, it is the means by which they grow in the Lord. In that case, hitting rock bottom is a grace. Join us as we look at Israel hit rock bottom, and how the Lord shows them his grace in this.
How and why is success dangerous? How does success tend to ruin so many people? Join us as we examine the dangers of success and how we can avoid falling into them.
By nature, we struggle with self-reliance and pride. We must learn that God will not use those who think they can do the work of the Lord, or anything, in their own power. Instead, we must live wholly dependent on him. Join us as we look at this great principle in Judges 7.
Many people realize the Lord has called them to live for him, but the struggle is having the courage to live it out. How can we have the courage to live as the Lord has called us to? Join us as we look at four ways to live courageously in Judges 6
The theme for Ignite this year was Surrendered: How can we live fully surrendered lives for Christ. Join us as we wrap up or student ministry weekend by answering the question, how can we surrender our sinfulness by diving into Mark 9:42-50.
God brings deliverance in unexpected ways. He did in the Old Testament, and it is to show us what he can do through anyone at any time if we would just have faith. Join us as we look at the unexpected deliverers of Judges 4-5 in this unexpected, yet epic story.
What type of people does God use, and how can we be used by God? These questions are often answered incorrectly because we think more about our ability than God’s ability to work in us. Join us as we see the true answer to these questions in Judges 3.
Everyone treasures someone or something. The question is what or whom do you treasure? When we don’t treasure the Lord, the evidence will be clear in our lives. Join us as we see these truths in Judges 2.
Abortion. Pro-Choice. Pro-Life. There is a lot to unpack in this discussion. Today, we ask and answer the question: What is the biblical foundation for supporting life? Join us as we look at the foundations, implications, and application of being created in the image of God.
God has provided us with everything we need to be obedient to him. So, why don't we obey? Why do we struggle with disobedience? Join us as we look at the need for faith.
Judges 1:1-2:4
Everyone, everywhere, serves someone or something, and what or whom we serve is our real object of worship. So the question we all must answer is, whom do you serve?Join us as we start a new sermon series: Deja Vu and look at this pivotal question in Joshua 24. Joshua 24:1-24
Wade Clark walks us through three questions for self-evaluation in light of this passage.
In a world where rest is so elusive, how can we find rest? Join us as we look at the incredible story of Ruth and Boaz.
In Ruth 2, we see a remarkable example of kindness from Boaz to Ruth. What does this teach us about God? What does this teach us about ourselves? Join us as we walk through this great text. Ruth 2:1-23
We often struggle to see where God is in the difficult circumstances of our lives, but we will see that despite what we see, we can trust that God is moving. He is worthy of our trust. Join us as we begin our study in the book of Ruth!
Is it possible for us to give thanks in everything? What should be the attitudes that mark a believer? Join us as we walk through 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18.
Does church leadership matter? Is it valuable for people to be taught about the role of the Pastor/Elder/Overseer? What does that role entail, and why does it matter? Join us as we discuss this and more in our final sermon of the His Name & Renown series.
Living for his name and renown doesn’t just happen; it has to be the focus of your life. We need to stop, pause, and make sure we are living life to the full as God defines it. One great way to do this is by asking and answering: Do you have goals that keep your focus on living out the mission that God has for your life? Acts 20:16-27
Acts chapter 20 reveals to us why we need to come be encouraged, to be an encouragement, and to be filled with God's word as we gather as the church. Acts 20:1-16
The two most crucial questions you will ever be asked are: (1) Do you know Jesus? (2) How can you know? Join us as we look at these questions from the lens of Acts 19. Acts 19:1-20
Every believer will grow weary in their efforts to live for Jesus, but we aren't called to quit or check out! We aren't called to stop living for Jesus; instead, we must endure. But how? Join us as we look at five truths for weary believers. Acts 18:1-17
Why do we struggle to live on mission fro Christ? While many assume it's an issue of doing, it's actually first an issue of seeing. Join us in Acts 17 as we get an inside look at the heart of Paul and what compelled him to be obedient to Christ.
Acts 17:1-15 shows us the importance of being prepared to share the gospel and listen to receive it with the right heart. We look at two cities (Thessalonica and Berea) to see how one received and one resisted the message of the gospel.
Can the gospel transform anyone? Join us as we look at three very different conversion experiences, and how the Lord used different means to help them see their need for him. Acts 16:11-35
How can we navigate common obstacles that don't have clear biblical answers while remaining faithful to the mission God has before us? Join us as we continue in our sermon series: "His Name and Renown". Acts 15:36-16:10
Is a person really saved by grace alone through faith alone in Christ alone? Or are there other stipulations? In Acts 15 we see the early church debate and defend the doctrine of Grace Alone. Join us as we examine their defenses and ask what this has to do with us.
Paul and Barnabas endured incredible persecution as they sought to proclaim the gospel. How did they do it? Better yet, why did they endure it? How does this matter for us? Join us as we look at Acts 14
How did Paul and Barnabas engage a lost world with the gospel? How can we learn from their methods and likewise do so ourselves? Join us as we look at and answer 6 questions for engaging our world with the gospel.
The church in Antioch influenced the world for Christ because they lived their lives with a desire to know the Lord and make him known. How did they live for his name and renown? How can we do so as well? Join us as we look at the most influential church in Acts.
In the most unlikely of places, God birthed the most influential church of the New Testament. This happened because God’s hand was on his people. But why? Listen and learn about why God’s hand was on them and how we can have his hand on us.
We often struggle to walk the path of faith in and obedience to the Lord. In Isaiah 26, we see both why and how we can walk the path of faith. Isaiah 26 1-9
It is easy to come to and be apart of a church service, yet never truly worship God. Join us as we look into Psalm 81 and see five disciplines for sincere worship.
In Psalm 23 we get a picture of the Lord as our shepherd. Within this Psalm, David shows us that in God and God alone our needs are met.
Psalm 145 is a reminder of who God is and what he has done for us. Why should we respond to God in worship and praise? Do we speak these truths to others and ourselves?
How do you endure trials? Where do you turn when life serves you a gut punch? David teaches us a valuable lesson about trusting God in Psalm 62.
How do we live in light of the end of all things? Join us in 1 Peter chapter 4 as we discover how we are called to live heavenly-minded.
When Christ changes someone's heart, it will produce a change in their life. So, What are the marks of someone whose heart's been changed by Christ? Join us as we see the answer to this question in Psalm 15.
What does it mean to live the blessed life? How can we live the blessed life? Join us as we begin our new series in the book of Psalms. Psalm 1:1-6
John begins his first epistle making sure his readers are correct on who Jesus is. Join us as we dissect those truths and ask what that ought to change us. 1 John 1:1-4
Jesus’s prayer to the Father on behalf of his current and future disciples demonstrates his heart’s desire for them. He prays to God on their behalf, and this prayer shows us not only what he desires the Father to do, but also what he desires us to do! John us as we close out our series In The Upper Room.
John 17 is the prayer of Jesus before he is taken and crucified. In it, we see the heart of Jesus on full display. What is his heart’s desire? How does that affect the way we see and live? What does it even mean to truly live? Join us as we answer these questions and more.
Pastor Merrick interviews Wade and Leslie Clark about their call to Scotland and how the church can partner with them.
Trials and sorrows are a part of this life, however, Jesus promises that there may be joy that comes through those things. How can this be and how can we have peace amid those trials? Join us as we learn from Jesus's teaching in John 16.
Jesus is about to leave his disciples, but he says it’s for their good. How is it better for Jesus to leave? What is the role of the Holy Spirit? John 16:4-15
When we follow Jesus, we may be opposed by the world, but we are accepted by Him. Join us in John 15:18-16:4 to look at four core truths that Jesus gives to His disciples and what the implications are of those truths.
When we abide in Christ, we will bear fruit. What’s the nature of that fruit? Join us as we look at five aspects of bearing fruit in John 15
What does it mean to have life in Christ? Join us as we look at the crucial aspect of abiding in Him.
In chapter 19, John shows us how it was God’s plan throughout Scripture for Jesus to be the way of salvation. Jesus died for our sins in our place and shows how we are to respond. Who do you say Jesus is? Will you see the truth and believe in Jesus?
In John 18, we see Jesus's betrayal, Peter's denial, and Jesus's trial. Join us as we reveal the truths that this chapter shows us about Jesus and ourselves.
In verses 25-31, Jesus teaches truths that we can rest our lives upon that lead us to rejoice in Him no matter what obstacles or circumstances we face in life.
What would it be like to be known as those who love Jesus? What would that look like? Join us as we see how love for Jesus changes everything. John 14:15-24.
Jesus tells us that his followers will do his works and even greater works than him after he leaves. What does that mean, and how is it possible? John 14:12-14
What is revival? How can we experience it? Join us as we look at God’s word to his people in Isaiah.
Why is living faithfully often neglected as a follower of Christ? What are common practices we fall into that hinder our faithfulness to the Lord?
Is Jesus the only way to God? Why doesn’t God just reveal himself to us? Join us as we answer these questions by looking at two core truths about Christ and the Christian faith.
Jesus’s disciples are in immense distress as he shares about the coming betrayal, denial, and separation. Yet, in the midst of their distress, Jesus comforts them with his words and oddly, a command, to not be troubled in heart. This sermon is for those of us who struggle with worry, fear, and anxiety. Join us as we hear the comforting words of Jesus.
How is the cross the place where Jesus is most glorified? And how should the cross be the focus for every follower of Jesus? Join us as we learn about our need to look to the cross.
Jesus served others in a way that is truly counter-cultural…and he called his followers to do the same. Join us as we look at the foot washing in light of what John tells us about Judas to see more fully the call to service.
In John 13:1-17, we find Jesus beginning a series of teachings in His final moments with the disciples before His death, resurrection, and ascension. Jesus uses the washing of His Disciples' feet as an example that we are to follow in love and humility as we serve Him for His glory and Kingdom.
What does it mean to have life, true life? How can it only be found in Jesus? Join us as we discuss these topics and introduce our new series in John: in the Upper Room.
Has familiarity with the story of the wise men caused us to grow numb to its significance? Join us as we look at this incredible story of both worship and witness.
It is possible to go through the Advent season and miss out on its purpose. Join us as we look at how we can keep the advent themes of hope, peace, joy, and love in front of us.
The Christmas season echos the greatest announcement that Jesus, Savior, who is Christ the Lord, has come. How does that impact our lives? The shepherds show us an example of how we need to respond to the Gospel.
Followers of Jesus, the church, should have the imprint of Christ on them both individually and collectively. What does that look like? How can we have his imprint? Join us as we look at the answer to these questions in Colossians 3.
What is the focus of the Christian? How can we as the church stay steadfast and united?
Is giving really a matter of money, or is it ultimately a matter of the heart? Join us as we look at the last sermon in our series on giving in 2 Corinthians 8.
What happens when God’s people obey him? Truly, they will experience God. Join us as we look at and answer this question in Haggai 1.
What happens when we don't honor God with our money? Join us as we look at this applicable passage in Haggai.
David was a man after God's own heart, and this included his desire to faithfully give to the Lord. Join us as we look at giving through the eyes of David.
Join us as we look at the basis for biblical stewardship, and why this is an important topic for us to learn about and apply in our lives.
Join us as we walk through 5 questions that will help us share the gospel with the world around us.
How can we pursue faithfulness to Christ and our calling no matter what happens in our lives? Join us as we answer this question.
Do you realize how incredible the Word of God is? Join us as Paul explains the significance and need of God's Word.
Appearances can be deceiving, and Paul wants Timothy to understand this. We also must understand this as well. Join us as we walk through 2 Timothy 3:1-13.
Paul warns Timothy of the dangers of false teaching and false teachers, and his teaching is needed now more than ever. Join us as we look at our role in preserving the truth in our day.
Paul shows us three metaphors and three motivations for living as a faithful follower of Christ.
What is our responsibility as followers of Christ? Join us as we look at 2 Timothy 1:13-2:2
There is no letter in the New Testament like 2 Timothy. In it, we see clearly how we can live faithful lives for Christ. Join us as we jump into a new series and discuss needed topics for our time.
Will you choose wisdom or not? What are the implications of this choice? Join us as we end our summer series in the book of Proverbs.
God's Word gives us clear and serious warnings regarding the dangers of sloth; namely, a wasted life. What is it? Why is it such a big deal? Join us as we answer these questions and more.
Sexual sin has the power to ruin your life, and unless you follow God’s design for it, it will. Join us as we look for God’s wisdom on this crucial topic.
How can we get on, stay on, and not swerve from the path of wisdom? Join us as we answer these questions in Proverbs 4.
Why should wisdom be the primary pursuit of our lives? What worth does wisdom have? Join us as we seek to answer these questions in Proverbs 3:13-35.
Do you really trust the Lord? Join us as we look at 3 exhortations regarding trust that Solomon gives his son. Proverbs 3:1-12
How valuable is the wisdom of the Lord, and why is it so valuable? Join us as we answer these questions in Proverbs 2
Do you listen and follow the wisdom of God or do you listen and follow the wisdom of the world? Join us as we look at Proverbs 1:8-33 and discuss this topic.
Why did Jesus choose the men he did to start his church? How can we learn to be faithful ministers of the Gospel from Andrew specifically? Join us as we get a look into our summer Student Ministry series: The Twelve.
As we introduce our new series in the book of Proverbs, we will see both the need for and the beginning of wisdom. Proverbs 1:1-7
Do you understand that all of life is about God being glorified? Join us as we discuss the motive behind everything Jesus did. John 12:27-28
Do you have urgency when it comes to your spiritual life? After all that Jesus had done, why didn't the Jews believe in him? Join us as we seek to shed light on these questions from the end of John 12.
The paradox of Christianity is this: You must die in order to have life in Jesus. The question is, have you?
John 12:20-34
We must ask ourselves this question: who or what influences my view of or belief in Jesus?
John 12:12-22
We all have the tendency to enter into the "Self-Denial Spiral", so how do we get out of it? Join us as we finish John 11.
What is the greatest thing that God can do for us? Join us as we look at the resurrection of Lazarus in John 11 and what it means for us today.
John 11:1-44
Jesus again is confronted by the temple leaders about being the Messiah. He, in turn, confronts them with their unbelief. Join us as we break down this encounter and the truths from it.
John 10:22-42
Why does Jesus use the metaphor of sheep and a shepherd in John 10? What does this tell us about Him? What does this show us about how our relationship with Him should look?
John 10: 1-21
Jesus tells us that to "see" you must become "blind". What does he mean? Join us as we look at a powerful story in John 9.
We have all heard the phrase, "hate the sin but love the sinner," but what does that actually look like? Do we actually follow Jesus in the way he treated "sinners"? Join us as we answer these questions while looking at the story of the woman caught in adultery.
John 7:53-8:11
In John 8, we see some bold claims about who Jesus is and how the crowds around are in contradiction to those things. Join us as we identify these contradictions and discuss why this is important for us today.
John 8:12-59
Jesus is asked numerous questions in this chapter, and his answer to them all is that he is from heaven. He has been sent by God. What are the implications of this?
Join us as we look at four subtle temptations that we all face, and to see how Jesus is our example to follow in the midst of them.
John 7:1-14
We are wrapping up our student weekend, Ignite, with a word from Josh Sanderson, the weekend's speaker, from Isaiah 41 & 43.
What are the differences between a true and false disciple of Jesus? Join us as we seek to understand why the crowds in John 6 missed Jesus.
John 6:60-69
Jesus is the Bread of Life. What does this mean and why does Jesus choose this analogy?
John 6:22-59
In the midst of tests, what are the things we need to remember? Join us as we answer this question from the first half of John 6.
John 6:1-21
Did Jesus ever claim to be God? Join us as we see Jesus's claims and proofs of his divinity.
John 5:19-47
Jonathan Clark, Murray State BCM Director, leads us as we look into Colossians 3 and specifically study 5 words that should be practiced in the life of the believer.
Colossians 3:1-17
Join us as we jump back into our series in the Gospel of John by looking at one of the oddest miracles of Jesus.
John 5:1-18
How do we start a year where whatever happens doesn't determine if it's good or not? What promises does the Lord give us to stand on? Join us as we look to answer these questions from Exodus 6 and 7.
Exodus 6:1-7:5
What must we do in the midst of life's circumstances? Join us as we learn from the story of Zechariah and Elizabeth in Luke 1.
Luke 1:5-25
What is true belief? What does true belief do? Join us as we seek to answer these questions as we end John 4.
John 4:43-54
Have you ever asked the question: why am I here? Join us as we look in John 4 to the work that Jesus gives to His followers.
John 4:27-42
Join us as we examine four parts in the bad Samaritan story and the 3 pictures of Christ this encounter shows us.
John 4:1-26
Join us as we hear from Dennis Manley, of the local KBC association, as he breaks down John 11, the raising of Lazarus.
John 11:1-45
Envy and jealousy are struggles for everyone, so how do we live with humility? Join us as we look to the example that John the Baptist sets at the end of John 3.
John 3:22-36
What are the credentials to enter the Kingdom of Heaven? Join us as we look at five points regarding salvation shown to us in John 3.
John 2:23-3:21
Join us as we talk about the necessity of praise in the believer's life from Psalm 145.
Psalm 145:1-13
Join us as we look at Jesus's zeal and authority on full display as he cleanses the temple in John 2, and as we answer the question, what it has to do with us.
John 2:12-22
Jesus’s first sign is turning water into wine. What does the event teach us? What are we called to see? Join us as we look at the context and reason for this sign
John 2:1-11
How does Jesus draw us to Himself? How do we help bring others to Him? Jesus and the first disciples clarify the answer to these questions for us.
John 1:40-51
What are your motives regarding Christianity? Why does it matter? Join us as we look at the first words of Jesus in the Gospel of John.
John 1:35-39
Who are you? Why does it matter how you answer this question? Join us as we look at how John the Baptist answers this question, and how we should as well.
John 1:19-34
What is the importance of the Incarnation of Christ? Why does it matter for us?
John 1:14-18
Why did Jesus have to come? Is humanity really that bad? Join us as we look to John 1:6-13 to answer these questions.
John 1:6-13
Who is Jesus, and what did He come to do? Join us as we start our fall sermon series in the Gospel of John.
John 1:1-5
What makes a church impactful? Listen in as we look at four characteristics of one of the most impactful churches in history.
Acts 11:18-30; 13:1-3
Does God care about the issues of prejudice, racism, and equality? If so, what does He have to say about them?
Acts 10:1-11:18
Join us as we look at the conversion of Saul of Tarsus. What does his conversion tell us about the conversion of every follower of Christ?
Acts 9:1-31
What type of person does God work through? Join us as we look at the characteristics Philip possesses which allows him to be used by God.
Acts 8:26-40
Join us this week as we walk through the first part of Acts 8. The church is starting to move and they begin by bringing the Gospel to, what some would think is, an unlikely place.
Acts 8:4-25
What happens when following Jesus cost us something? Join us as we look at the sermon and stoning of Stephen and the effects that it had on the early church.
Acts 6:8-8:3
How can we create momentum in our relationship with Christ? Join us as we study the mentality and momentum that surrounded the incredible early church movement.
Acts 5:12-42
Unity, generosity, hypocrisy...all of these were part of the early church. Come and see what God's Word has to say about each. Acts 4:32-5:11
Do you struggle to be bold in your faith? What does God's Word have to say about this? Join us as we look at the boldness of Peter and John in the midst of a difficult circumstance.
Acts 4:1-31
How do we handle the battles we face in life? What should be our response and actions whenever we face difficult circumstances? Join us as we look to the example of King Jehoshaphat, to see his reaction and priorities in a difficult time.
2 Chronicles 20:1-23
As we continue our series in Acts our gaze shifts from grand events, to a specific and personal one. What does this miracle performed by Peter show us? What does the message that accompanies the miracle teach us? Join us as we dive deeper into this powerful account.
Acts 3:1-26
What does it mean to be devoted to something? What do spirit-filled people devote themselves to? Join us as we learn from the example set by the early church. Acts 2:42-47
What does the Spirit's arrival mean? Who really was Jesus? How are we called to respond to Him? Join us as we answer these questions and look at the birth of the church.
Acts 2:14-41
What is the significance of the Spirit's arrival? What does this story teach us about our need? Join us as we look at the when, how, and why of His coming.
Acts 2:1-13
How do we effectively wait and prepare for the mission of the Lord? What are things we should focus on? How did the disciples and apostles of the early church do it?
Acts 1:12-26
What does Christ set as the mission of the church before he ascends? What divine help does He give us to accomplish this mission?
Acts 1:1-11
Did Jesus really rise from the dead? What does the Bible say happened at the Resurrection? What are options that explain those facts? What does all of this mean for us as believers?
1 Corinthians 15:1-8
What does it mean to Serve Jesus? What example did Jesus set? How did he redefine the word "service"? John 13:1-17
Finishing off our Student Weekend, Ignite, with a message from our weekend's speaker, Cody Mather. What does the church need to Ignite a Gospel movement? Philippians 2:1-2
What is God's call on your life? What does it mean to follow Jesus? How can you have a relationship with Him? Luke 9:23-26
What does it mean to know Jesus? This is a crucial question for us to understand for ourselves, but also for our church as we seek to make disciples. Join us as we learn the answer to this question by looking at Philippians 3:1-11.
What does it mean to make disciples? How can we make Jesus's final words our first priority?
How can we leave a lasting legacy? Join us as we look into 1 Chronicles 22 to gain wisdom regarding this question.
Why does Westside Baptist Church exist? How are we going to complete God's mission for our church? Where does this mission take place?
What happens when God's people obey him? What can He do? Who can He use? Who could He reach?
How can we see God do amazing things in our lives? We must live with a persistent faith in Him. But how?
How should we approach our mission individually and as a church? How can we succeed at following through with the plans the Lord has for us?
How should believers respond to the situation we find ourselves in? What should be our greatest concern during turbulent times? Join us as we answer these questions from the book of Nehemiah.
In this sermon, we dive into Joshua 1 and evaluate the encouragement and charge the Lord gave to Joshua and seek to apply it to us as we start a new year.
What is your plan to grow in Christ in 2021? What do you need to let go of? What disciplines do you need to work on?
Why did Jesus come to bring us peace?
What did Jesus do to bring us peace?
How can we have His peace today?
What is joy? How can we have it?
What's the world's take?
What's the bible have to say about it?
In this sermon, we walk through Isaiah 64 to see the steps that scripture lays out in preparation for the coming King.
In this sermon, we conclude our series through Ephesians by discussing three last looks that Paul gives us to finish his letter.
Continuing from last week, we look at the roles of parents, children, employees, and employers in view of scripture.
In this sermon, we look at Eph. 5:18-33 where Paul discusses different roles. Specifically, we look at the roles of husbands, wives, and members of the church.
In this sermon, we look at Eph. 5:3-17, where Paul gives the church in Ephesus a self-evaluation checklist.
What does it look like to put on the new self? In this sermon, we will practically apply the truth of our new identity to see what it looks like in everyday life.
Do you bear the marks of a follower of Jesus? In this sermon, we will dive into the four marks that Paul lays out in Eph. 4:17-24.
In this sermon, we look at how Paul discusses three marks of a healthy church, and the role that members play in promoting that health.
Paul shows the church of Ephesus how prayer is the key to unlocking God's power in your life.
Paul turns our attention to recognize the grand calling that God has placed on our lives.
This is the in view of a call sermon from Braden Hilton as he was called to be the Student Pastor at WBC.
Trials are a part of life, so what can we hold onto during difficult times? How can we still thrive even when times are hard? Mark 4:35-41