Pastor Jeremy Ward Ecclesiastes 2:1-11 Why do we chase pleasure, possessions, and achievements, hoping to find lasting joy? In Ecclesiastes 2, Solomon explores the human longing to recreate paradise—Eden—through wisdom, pleasure, and accomplishment. He tests laughter, luxury, and building projects, only to find that every attempt to build paradise without God leads to emptiness. Solomon’s journey reveals that true fulfillment isn’t found in experiences or possessions, but in the presence of God. The ache for Eden is satisfied not by what we create, but by entering into relationship with Christ, who restores our joy and leads us back to fellowship with God. The paradise we crave is not under the sun, but in the Son—Jesus Christ. Discover how the restless heart finds rest and the wandering soul finds home in Him. “Thou wilt shew me the path of life: in thy presence is fulness of joy.” (Psalm 16:11) #Ecclesiastes #ChristianSermon #BibleStudy #Faith #JesusChrist #Eden #SpiritualJourney #Purpose #Joy #PresenceOfGod #SundaySermon #Gospel #Restoration #Solomon #Paradise

Pastor Jeremy Ward 1 Kings 3; Ecclesiastes 1:12-18 Solomon, the wisest king, discovered that human wisdom has real limits. He observed life deeply, diagnosed its problems, and gained unmatched knowledge—but found it all empty without God. Wisdom alone can’t satisfy the soul, fix what’s broken, or answer life’s deepest questions. True meaning and peace come not from intellect, but from seeking God’s perspective and trusting His Word. The end of human wisdom is the beginning of divine wisdom—found in Christ, “in whom are hid all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge.” Let’s remember: “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom.”

Pastor Jeremy Ward This message from Ecclesiastes 1:1–11 explores Solomon’s search for meaning “under the sun” and reveals the emptiness of life apart from God. Through vivid reflections on human striving, the endless cycles of nature, and the weariness of history, the sermon shows how every pursuit without God ends in futility. Yet, through Christ—the One who entered our weary world and rose in victory—life gains eternal purpose. What seems fleeting becomes forever when viewed “above the sun.”

Pastor Jeremy Ward In this final message from our Fruit of the Spirit series, we explore the Spirit’s transforming work of temperance—the quiet strength of a soul under the Holy Spirit’s control. True temperance isn’t mere self-discipline or human restraint; it’s the Spirit’s mastery over our desires, emotions, and will. Through Scripture and example, we see how the Spirit guards our words, governs our thoughts, guides our reactions, and grants us victory over the impulses of the flesh. This message calls believers to live fully surrendered to the Spirit’s leadership—where strength is sanctified, emotion is submitted, and Christ’s likeness is formed within us.

Pastor Jeremy Ward This sermon surveys the biblical meaning of meekness—not as weakness, but as the Spirit-shaped posture of humility that arises from recognizing God’s greatness. Drawing lessons from Job, Moses, and Paul, it shows how meekness submits to God’s providence, shapes our relationships with others through grace and gentleness, and brings peace by trusting God’s rule. Jesus Himself modeled perfect meekness, and we are called to follow in His steps, resting in God’s promises and reflecting His character to the world.

Faith's Fullness Pastor Jeremy Ward Galatians 5:22-23 In this sermon from Galatians 5:22, we see that saving faith is God’s gift of grace, and faithfulness is the Spirit’s work in our lives. True faith is never barren but produces constancy, loyalty, and integrity. Through examples like Daniel, Joseph, and Paul, we are reminded that faith is received as God’s gift, returned in grateful obedience, and ultimately rewarded with commendation, consolation, and eternal fellowship with Christ. We are called to finish well and live so that future generations may find us faithful.

Pastor Jeremy Ward 2 Corinthians 10:1; 13:8 Every spiritual leader faces criticism, and Paul was no exception. In 2 Corinthians 10–13, we see how he responded—not with pride or harshness, but with the meekness and gentleness of Christ. His Spirit-enabled goodness kept him aligned with truth and restrained him from self-serving reactions. This sermon first unpacks the virtue of goodness in Scripture as the moral excellence that undergirds gentleness and meekness. Then we see how goodness governs our spirit (10:1), guards our integrity (13:8), and grounds our confidence (10–13). The call is clear: Spirit-enabled goodness equips us to respond with meekness, integrity, and confidence, knowing that God’s truth will always prevail.

Pastor Jeremy Ward Galatians 5 In this message from the fruit of the Spirit, we explore gentleness—Spirit-enabled strength under control. Christ models this perfectly: He never defended Himself, yet fiercely upheld His Father’s honor. Scripture shows Barnabas restoring John Mark, Paul appealing to the Corinthians with meekness, and David sparing Saul. Gentleness reflects God’s character, preserves relationships, and adorns the gospel, calling us to deal kindly with others as Christ has dealt kindly with us.

Pastor Jeremy Ward Galatians 5:22; I Peter 2:18-25 What sets true believers apart from the merely religious? In this sermon from 1 Peter 2:18–25, we see that the unmistakable evidence of genuine faith is the indwelling Holy Spirit, producing the life of Christ in His people. One of the clearest marks of this work is longsuffering—not simply experiencing hardship or injustice, which is suffering, but responding to it with Spirit-enabled patience, trust, and endurance. Modeled perfectly by Christ Himself, the Suffering Servant, this passage calls us to reflect His character in seasons of difficulty, relying on the Spirit’s power to endure with faith and perseverance.