This podcast is a production of Watermark Community Church in Dallas, Texas, USA. Watermark exists to be and make more fully devoted followers of Christ, looking to God's Word as our only authority, conscience and guide.
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The Watermark Video: Sunday Messages podcast is an absolute gem that I stumbled upon while visiting Dallas for a business trip. As someone who appreciates church services and the sense of community they provide, I was thrilled to discover that this church could be accessed through the web. If there was a church I could take with me home, it would definitely be The Watermark Church.
One of the best aspects of The Watermark Video: Sunday Messages podcast is the thought-provoking content that it offers. Every moment of every day, we make choices about where we place our focus and attention. This podcast reminds me of the power of those choices and how they shape not only our lens through which we see the world but also our allegiance. It emphasizes the importance of investing our time and attention wisely, as it ultimately affects how we interact with others and shapes our heart and soul. The message serves as a reminder that there is a battle for our time, attention, and allegiance, with high stakes for our soul and ability to live a life of victory in spirit and truth. It shifts my focus from fleeting comforts to pursuing eternal truths.
While The Watermark Video: Sunday Messages podcast has countless positive aspects, I can't ignore that there are some areas where it falls short. One downside is that sometimes the battle lines drawn may feel fuzzy or unnecessary due to one's pride or self-centeredness. The messaging could perhaps offer more guidance on how to navigate these blurred lines effectively and make clearer distinctions between what truly matters in this spiritual battle. Additionally, while the focus on spiritual matters is commendable, I would appreciate more practical advice on integrating these principles into everyday life.
In conclusion, The Watermark Video: Sunday Messages podcast is a powerful resource for anyone seeking personal growth and spiritual development. It offers deep insights into the battle for one's soul and provides a shift in perspective towards pursuing eternal truth rather than worldly comforts. The sermons are inspiring, thought-provoking, and serve as a reminder to live for God and seek His glory in everything we do. Despite some areas that could be improved upon, this podcast is a must-listen for those looking to deepen their faith and understanding of the spiritual battle we all face.
In this message, TA unpacks God's vision for love and marriage as seen in Song of Solomon and identifies four key characteristics of biblical love in marriage. Using his own marriage as an example, TA illustrates how love has been both a feeling and a choice—a daily commitment rooted in vows. The message is a reminder that the Bible presents marriage as a reflection of a greater love: Christ's love for his bride, the Church.
Director of Care Ministries Wes Butler explores the book of Job in our Year of the Word series, revealing how Job corrects misunderstandings about suffering.
After walking through the books of the Law and the Historical Books of the Bible with Year of the Word, we took Sunday to pause for an extended time of prayer together. Ezra, Nehemiah, and Esther guided us in praying for each other and our church.
Chris Sherrod continues our Year of the Word series this Mother's Day, exploring how Hagar, Leah, Jochebed, and Hannah's unexpected trials were where God was leading them the entire time.
Continuing our Year of the Word series, TA walks us through 1 and 2 Chronicles, revealing three powerful ways to adjust our spiritual sight and deepen intimacy with God.
In this week's message, TA wrapped up the book of 1 Chronicles, focusing on David's anointing of his son, Solomon. Through David's charge to Solomon, we see things we should desire for the next generation of believers and Christ followers. We were challenged that no matter our age (yes, even 30+), we are called to live surrendered lives with undivided hearts.
In this week's message, pastor, author, and illusionist Drew Worsham examines Mark 9 to explore how doubt can strengthen faith and lead to a deeper trust in God.
TA continues our Year of the Word series by walking us through 2 Samuel 11. We learned that David's failure came when he relaxed spiritually and compromised his integrity. The Scripture reminds us to choose faithfulness to God instead of choosing compromises that lead to sin.
TA continues our Year of the Word series and walks us through the book of 1 Samuel, showing us that it is primarily about the fall and rejection of Israel's first king, Saul, and the rise of their second king, David.
TA continues the Year of the Word sermon series by walking through the book of Ruth, looking at God's pursuit of Naomi and how the book's truth applies to the Christian life today.
TA continues our Year of the Word series by walking us through the book of Judges to highlight Israel's failure and God's never-ending faithfulness.
In this week's message, Jonathan Linder takes us on a tour through the book of Joshua to highlight God keeping his perfect promises in his perfect timing.
In this week's message, Trip Lee unpacks James 4:13-17 and shows why we don't need to have it all figured out. Discover how embracing our limitations and trusting God with tomorrow brings more peace than any perfect plan ever could.
Chris Sherrod, Watermark's Family Director, joined us as we continued in the Old Testament with Year of the Word. Through Moses' instructions to Israel in Deuteronomy 6, we learned three ways we can pass our faith on to the next generation.
TA continues our Year of the Word series and surveys the Old Testament to answer a hard question: Why does God show so much violence throughout the Old Testament? By doing so, he shows that God is no moral monster but demonstrates a consistent and faithful character marked by holiness and grace throughout the entire Bible and all of history.
TA continues our Year of the Word series by showing us how the book of Numbers is a study in God's faithfulness to a very unfaithful people.
TA continues our Year of the Word series by walking us through the book of Leviticus, where we see God drawing near to His people and, ultimately, revealing a glimpse of the perfect sacrifice found in Jesus Christ.
TA continues our Year of the Word series by walking us through Exodus, where God rescues Israel from slavery in Egypt, revealing his holiness and commitment to dwelling with his people, while setting the stage for a deeper relationship that will ultimately be fulfilled in Christ.
Continuing the Year of the Word series, Kylen Perry, Executive Director of the Porch, begins walking us through the book of Exodus, showing us how each piece of Scripture fits into God's larger story while holding its own unique significance.
TA continues our series, Year of the Word, by covering a large part of “the beginnings” of creation and of a people called out by the Lord to take part in his Kingdom plan of redemption.
In the first message of our new series, Year of the Word, TA introduces the upcoming year with the reminder that the Bible tells the story of one person (Jesus) written in four movements (Creation, Fall, Redemption, and New Creation).
In this Christmas Eve message, Timothy Ateek walks through John 2:1-11, reminding us that Jesus was born to rescue us from shame, fill us with joy, and give us hope.
In this message, Chris Sherrod, Marriage & Family Director, closes out the series A Gospel-Saturated Church by leading us through John 14:1-9 and encouraging us that Jesus is the unchanging source of hope in a world of uncertainty.
By healing the invalid by the pool of Bethesda, Jesus provides us with a lasting witness to his absolute power to restore that which is broken. In this sermon, TA draws four questions out of the text to help us discern where we stand on God's pathway to healing.
TA kicks off the new sermon series, A Gospel-Saturated Church, by leading us through John 3:16-21 and encourages us to embrace Jesus and his love for us and to let it overflow into our lives.
Jacob Alger, Director of Men's Community, wraps up our current sermon series, A Community Church, and encourages us with five characteristics of thriving community groups.
Continuing our current sermon series, A Community Church, TA wraps up our study of the book of Colossians and shares six practical steps for us to prayerfully consider for our own lives and community groups.
In the sermon series, A Community Church, TA walks through Colossians 4:2-6, encouraging the body to be on mission together to share the gospel with those in our sphere of influence.
Continuing our current sermon series, A Maturing Church, TA walks us through Colossians 3:18-21 and reminds us that when we are in Christ, we will point to Christ in our singleness, in our marriages, and in our parenting.
Continuing our current sermon series, A Maturing Church, TA looks at Colossians 3:11-17, where Paul gives us clarity on how the church should relate to and bear with one another as brothers and sisters in Christ.
John Piper walks through Paul's reminder that our purpose as Christians is to magnify the supreme Lordship of Christ in the way we serve the fading structures of this world.
Continuing in our current sermon series, A Maturing Church, TA reminds us that when we place our faith in Christ, we have been united with Christ. By remembering our identity in Christ, we can put sin to death through the power of the Holy Spirit and become more mature in Christ.
Most people in the Church today have been taught that the phrase “fear of God” simply means awe or reverence. Jonathan Pokluda, Lead Pastor of Harris Creek Baptist Church, walks us through how as a result, any fear surrounding God's power and wrath can dissipate, as we remember that the One worthy of being feared deeply cares for us and desires to use us.
Continuing in our Maturing Church series, TA invites us to consider the full reality of our union with Christ.
Continuing our current sermon series, A Maturing Church, TA challenges us to ask ourselves: is Jesus enough for us? When we receive the truth of the gospel, we can rest knowing that we are already fully accepted and loved by God.
Continuing our current sermon series, A Maturing Church, Kylen Perry, Young Adults Director, explains how Colossians 2:6-15 shows us what it means to live fully alive in Christ.
Moving forward with our ongoing series, A Maturing Church, TA overviews how Paul's ministry in Colossians 1:24-2:5 compels us to live life in such a way now that will lead to no regrets later.
Continuing our current sermon series, A Maturing Church, TA walks us through Colossians 1:21-23 encouraging us to reassess our perspective and truly behold the gospel.
Continuing our current sermon series, A Maturing Church, TA explores what Colossians 1:15-20 says about Jesus being the purpose and point of our lives.
Continuing our current sermon series, A Maturing Church, Ben Stuart, pastor of Passion City Church, Washington D.C., explores what the book of Colossians says about the knowledge of Christ and our growth in Him.