Sermons – Freshwater Community Church

The teacher of Ecclesiastes teaches that all that we can do is in our life is futility or vanity. What do we do with that? Is our life meant to be completely futile, meaningless, or like wrestling with the wind? Is there something more?  And what do we do when wise living has the same […]

Last week we learned the Hebrew word, Hebel, and how it represents vanity, futility, and meaninglessness. The teacher of Ecclesiastes teaches that all that we can do is in our life is futility or vanity. What do we do with that? Is our life meant to be completely futile, meaningless, or like wrestling with the […]

When we look at life from a human standpoint, all seems like vanity. Nothing seems to last. Everything seems meaningless. What do we do with that feeling? How do we engage that reality? Pastor Sean kicks off our series in the book of Ecclesiastes.

Jesus is the King of kings. He is out in front of us and the victory is His. Join Pastor Sean as he leads us into Psalm 2 and finishes our series in the book of Psalms.

Do you know what you created for? You were made to praise God. While it’s easy to harden our heart in this life, regular praise keeps our heart soft before God. Join us as we explore Psalm 95 in our series in the book of Psalms.

What are you grateful for? We each have a million things for which we could thank God. The question: will we choose to? Join us as we continue our series in the book of Psalms with a message on thankfulness.

We are all living in a story. What story do I believe in–about myself, about the world, and about our God? Join us as we continue our new series in the book of Psalms with a message on remembering God’s goodness.

We put our hope and confidence in many things. When we are driving down the road, we have confidence that our brakes will work when we need them. But what happens when our confidence is shaken? Join us as we kick off our new series in the book of Psalms with a message on finding […]

What happens when we lose site of the fact that we live in God’s story and not our own? If we lose that perspective, we become like Jonah, off track with God’s good plan. Join Mike Stark as he finishes our series in the book of Jonah.

What happens when we truly repent–when we change our mind to think as God does? God accepts our repentance, and he accepts us. Join Mike Stark as he continues our series in the book of Jonah.

What do we do when we have run from the call of God? We have two choices: keep running or return to God. Jonah, in the belly of a fish, humbles himself before God. Join us as Brian Hogan continues our series, Overboard.

Today we read how God called Jonah (and us) to reach out to a lost people. Will you go overboard in your disobedience, or will you go overboard in your commitment to God’s call for you?

We carry the life of God within us everywhere that we go. And we have the opportunity to share His life with those around us. Will you?

In the hurry around us, we must slow down and see those in our path in order to bring God’s kingdom to earth. Josh Raines continues our series, Jesus Next Door.

In a world starving for grace and peace, we have much to offer. Clint Adams continues our new series, Jesus Next Door.

What if our neighbor lived next door to Jesus? How might he impact their lives just by being near them? Could we do the same? Norm Pond kicks off our new series, Jesus Next Door.

How do we leave a lasting legacy in the Kingdom of God? Pastor Sean teaches that we are each called, no matter our age or maturity, to mentor others in the faith, and that this investment in others leaves a lasting change.

What is it like to be young in this culture and this age? The pressures are many, but God is the same. Justin Sovine encourages us all to know God’s truth and invite others to guide us along.

What influences your picture of what manhood should be? Is your view formed by magazines, movie icons, or culture? Join us today as Neil leads us in learning more about true manhood and how God defines it through His word.

Being a Biblical woman is much more than simply playing a role. Women are invited into the presence of Christ himself–to sit at His feet, to hear His voice, and to respond to what He says.

Why do Christians get baptized and partake of communion? Join Pastor Sean as he teaches on these ordinances.

When Jesus intersects our life, it is a call to sacrifice all other affections in order to love him to the fullest. Relationships, possessions, dreams–even good things can get in the way of loving Jesus with our whole heart. Pastor Len teaches us that loving Jesus leads to painful sacrifice, but it’s worth it.

At Easter, Jesus intersects with our deepest places of death and offers us abundant life. He is the Gardener at the Tomb, turning graves into gardens. Pastor Len leads us to see the goodness and love of God in our places of brokenness.

On Palm Sunday, Jesus entered Jerusalem, approaching the most important intersection in the history of humanity: the Cross. Join Brian Hogan as he teaches on Jesus’ love for us at the Cross.

The Gospel will always continue to move forward, no matter the pressures around us. Do you know your role in the continuing mission? Where is God calling you to go? Join Pastor Sean as we wrap up our series in the book of Acts.

How would Jesus approach our modern-day culture? Would he condemn people? Would he avoid them? Or would he reach out? Join Pastor Len as he explores Paul’s approach to culture at Mars Hill in the book of Acts.

Who is the Church? And what are we called by God to do and be in this world? Join Clint Adams as we continue our series in the book of Acts.

Today we learn in Acts that the good news of Jesus Christ was for the Jews, but it was not exclusive to them. Over two thousand years later, we can still witness and take part in the growth of God’s kingdom through the sharing of Jesus Christ. Join Josh Raines as we continue our series […]

Are you standing in the way of what God is doing or are you submitting and obeying in step with His movement? Join Paul Huneycutt, from Envision Cleveland, as he continues our series in the book of Acts.

What do we do when there are people in our life who are close to us, but they have drastic differences from us? How do we engage those who are different from us with the Gospel? Pastor Sean teaches on how to encounter social differences and still reach people for Christ.

What do you we do when we experience persecution because of our identity with Christ? The world might suggest that we fight back, give up, and even hide. Join us today as we look at how Paul and Silas responded to persecution for Christ’s sake.

What do you we do when our heart grows cold to someone that hurt us? Join us as we look at how Jesus responds to those that wound him and how we can, too.

Miracles were a sign of the power of the church in Acts. Can miracles still happen today? Join us as Norm Pond teaches on God’s work through miracles then and now.

Accountability is something that is difficult not just in our society but also at a personal level. God has commanded us to share the good news of Jesus with all peoples and all nations. Do you fear man’s response when you teach about Christ? Are you afraid to submit yourself to accountability within the church […]

What if God wanted to do incredible things through your life? What if He wanted to display his power through you? In the book of Acts, we see ordinary people being used by God–but only through the work of the Holy Spirit. Join us as Mike Stark teaches on the power of the Holy Spirit […]

What happens when God does powerful works through ordinary people? And could he do those same amazing works through us today? Join us as Pastor Sean kicks off our 12-week series in the book of Acts and find out how you can be part of the Acts Movement.

As a community of believers at Freshwater, we seek to be a group of spirit-led, relational, authentic, and missional followers of Jesus. Our elders teach how we can grow into a life like this and how it brings glory to Christ.

Do you expect God to show up in your life and bless you and your family? It can be hard when we don’t sense it. But what has God promised? Norm Pond teaches from Hebrews 11 that we can expect God to move in our life.

Have you ever felt stuck in a difficult season and maybe even got tired of waiting for the season to change? Pastor Len continues our Christmas series with a message titled: The Hope of Waiting.

Norm Pond kicks off our Christmas series today. In today’s message we hear how the prophet Isaiah prophesied that during a time of extreme darkness and gloom for Israel, a hope and light would appear.

Sean Homan finishes our series in the book of John. In today’s message, we hear how Jesus restores Peter and it leads to overwhelmed worship.

Brian Hogan continues our series in the Book of John. In today’s message we hear how Jesus breathes peace into our lives to encourage us, empower us, and give us purpose. All of this can happen as He purchased this peace through His death and resurrection.

Dave Lane (District Superintendent) reminds us that we are the church, and the Kingdom continues to move forward through us. Go be the church.

In this special service, we honor and say goodbye to Pastor Scott and his family.

This world is not our home. All of the pain and sorrow in this world turns our eyes to heaven, and Jesus goes to prepare a place for us.

Jesus teaches us that He must go so that the eternal helper, the person of the Holy Spirit, can come. When the Spirit comes he brings the truth and the full power of Christ in the lives of those who belong to Him.

Jesus teaches us that when we live for Him, we will be hated because of His name. Are you willing to be all in–even if it means persecution?

Jesus tells us to ask anything in His name and He will give it. Did Jesus really mean that? Join us as Pastor Scott teaches us how to pray according to Jesus’ name.

Jesus tells us to abide in him, and we will bear much fruit. Join us as Pastor Scott guides us in how to abide and enjoy the presence of Christ.

We are a part of a denomination called the Christian and Missionary Alliance that has a long history of local and world missions. Join Pastor Scott as he explores our part to play in this greater story.

God has commanded us to love one another; he expects us to love one another with Christ’s love every day. Let us therefore anticipate and demonstrate that love. Pastor Scott continues our series in the book of John.