Westminster Presbyterian Sumter

Join Pastor Stuart as we begin our new series, Connecting with God. In our first lesson, we turn to the Gospel of John 14:1-11 as we consider the call to . . . "Connect through Jesus". In this lesson, we learn: A vital connection with God cannot happen apart from Jesus. To know God truly, we must know Jesus. We relate to God rightly only through Jesus. Therefore, we ought to go to Jesus! So, let’s recognize and relish a vital connection with God established and enjoyed only in and through Jesus. You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net. Find us on social media at @WPCSumter.

Join us as we welcome our friend and brother Pastor Nate Brock from Jehovah Missionary Baptist Church (https://www.jehovahbaptist.org/). In this sermon, we turn our attention to Jesus' words in the Gospel of John 3:14-21 as we are reminded of . . . "The Incredible Love of God". In this lesson, we learn: The love of God is from of old. The love of God is extended to everyone. The love of God is a purposeful love. The love of God gives us choices. The love of God calls us to a decision. You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net. Find us on social media at @WPCSumter.

Join Pastor Stuart as we conclude our series, Values. In our final lesson, we turn to the Book of Proverbs 4:20-27 as we are reminded to "Keep your heart with all vigilance, for from it flow the springs of life." Join us as we learn about . . . "The Value of Your Heart". God calls us to value the condition of our heart. Diligently keeping our heart is important since it is the control center of our lives. Keeping our heart requires: Frequency Awareness Intentionality Time Humility While our heart-keeping-efforts are important, we ultimately need the grace of God in Christ applied by the Spirit for real “heart health.” Therefore, by the power of the Spirit, you ought to be vigilant in keeping your heart. So, let’s rely on Christ as we work diligently to keep our heart.  You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net. Find us on social media at @WPCSumter.

Join Pastor Stuart as we continue in our series, Values. In our seventh lesson, we turn to the Apostle Paul's Letter to the Philippians 3:7-17 as we are reminded of Paul's singular focus in "forgetting what lies behind and straining forward to what lies ahead, I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus." Listen in as we learn about . . . "Obsession, Maturity, & Valuing Jesus". The value we place on Jesus can look a lot like obsession. This “Jesus-obsession” is actually a mark of maturity. When we value Jesus above everything else, we are demonstrating to everyone around us something of his true worth. Therefore, we can pray for the maturity to have a “Jesus-obsession.” So, let’s grow in knowing, loving, serving, and becoming more like Jesus, our all in all.  You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net. Find us on social media at @WPCSumter.

Join Pastor Stuart as we continue in our series, Values. In this sixth lesson, we turn to the Apostle Paul's Letter to the Ephesians 5:25-32 as we learn that God's instruction to husbands and wives reveal Christ's love for His . . . "Valuable Church". The value Jesus bestows to the church is staggering.  This astonishing value can be seen in at least three ways: Jesus calls the church his bride. Jesus calls the church his body. The love and care Jesus lavishes upon the church is profound. Therefore, we ought to value Christ’s church. So, because of the love Jesus has for his church, let’s grow in loving the church like he does.  You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net. Find us on social media at @WPCSumter.

Join Pastor Stuart as we continue in our series, Values. In this lesson, we turn to three passages of Scripture in Genesis 1:26-27, Genesis 9:6, and James 3:7-10 as we learn truths about God's . . . "Valuable People". In this lesson, we learn: People have significant value because God created us in his image. A few things we need to know about being the image of God: The image of God is not something in us or even done by us; it is our status. While sin prevents us from expressing the full measure of God’s image, our image of God status is not lost or destroyed by sin. Jesus is THE standard of the image of God. Since we have this status as God’s images, we value others above lesser goods. Therefore, you ought to Remind yourself daily about the image of God status of the people around you. Treat people accordingly. So, by the power of the Spirit and in the name of Jesus, let’s value others as images of God.  You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net. Find us

Join Pastor Stuart as we continue in our series, Values. In our fourth lesson, we turn to Psalm 119:7-11 to learn truths about God's . . . "Valuable Words". In this lesson, we learn: What God says to us is immensely valuable. God’s words are valuable to us for several reasons: They are God’s words. They are profitable to us. They show us Jesus, the Word made flesh. Therefore, we ought to spend time engaging God’s valuable words in the Scriptures. So, in the name of Jesus and by the power of the Spirit, let’s marinate in the Scriptures more and more.  You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net. Find us on social media at @WPCSumter.

Join Pastor Stuart as we continue in our series, Values. In our third lesson, we turn to The Gospel According to Matthew 13:44-46 to hear two parables of the . . . "Valuable Kingdom". In this lesson, we learn: The kingdom of God is exceedingly valuable. The value of the kingdom is found in Christ the King and the new creation that comes through him. Therefore, we ought to seek first God’s valuable kingdom. So, by the power of the Spirit, let’s passionately pursue Christ and his kingdom. You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net. Find us on social media at @WPCSumter.

Join Pastor Stuart as we continue in our new series, Values. In this lesson, we turn to The Gospel According to Luke 14:25-33 to see the importance of . . . "Valuing Jesus Above All". In this lesson, we learn: Jesus disrupts our value systems. Jesus calls us to value him above everything else. Valuing Jesus above everything is worth it. Therefore, we ought to count the cost of being a disciple of Jesus. So, by the power of the Spirit, let’s value Jesus above all. You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net. Find us on social media at @WPCSumter.

Join Pastor Stuart as we begin a new series, Values. In our first lesson, we turn to The Gospel According to Matthew 6:19-21 as we consider . . . "Evaluating Our Values". In this lesson, we learn: What we value is important. What we value directs our lives. What we value reveals the condition of our hearts. Jesus calls us to set our hearts on what is most valuable. Therefore, we ought to evaluate and adjust our values in the light of the inestimable treasure of Christ. So, by the power of the Spirit let’s align our values to Christ and his kingdom. You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net. Find us on social media at @WPCSumter.

Join Pastor Nathan as we turn to the book of Acts 1:6-11 to learn about our role as . . . "His Witness" Because Jesus has come, we are to be witnesses to the ends of the earth. People need Jesus. Because of sin, our only hope is Jesus. Because our hope is in Jesus, we can point others to the hope in Jesus. Jesus invites us to pray that people will be a part of going and sharing the good news of the Gospel with the world. So let us be witnesses of Jesus to the ends of the earth. You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net. Find us on social media at @WPCSumter.

Join Pastor Stuart in the final lesson in our series Responding to Jesus. This week, we turn back to The Gospel According to Luke 2:25-35 to look at . . . "The Simeon Response". In this lesson, we learn: The “Simeon response” to Jesus is joyful contentment and satisfaction. Only Jesus can bring us this level of true well-being. The Holy Spirit is the one who leads us to experience Jesus this way. Therefore, you can pray for the Spirit to bring you joyful  contentment and satisfaction in Christ. So, by the work of the Spirit let’s celebrate Jesus as our all in all. You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net. Find us on social media at @WPCSumter.

Join Pastor Stuart as we worship together this Christmas Eve. You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net. Find us on social media at @WPCSumter.

Join us as we celebrate the coming of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ with our brothers and sisters from Church of the Holy Comforter and Jehovah Missionary Baptist Church. This service was recorded the evening on December 18th, 2022 at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Sumter, South Carolina. It has been edited for length.

Join Pastor Stuart in the third lesson in our series Responding to Jesus. This week, we turn to The Gospel According to Luke 2:8-20 to look at . . . "The Shepherd Response". In this lesson, we learn: The “shepherd response” is to make known the truth about Jesus: We tell people that Jesus is the Savior. We tell people that Jesus is the Christ. We tell people that Jesus is the Lord. Therefore, we ought to tell someone about Jesus. So, let’s make known the wonderful truth about Jesus to those around us.  You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net. Find us on social media at @WPCSumter.

Join Pastor Nathan as we continue in our new series Responding to Jesus. This week, we return to The Gospel According to Matthew 2:1-12 as we examine . . . "The Wise Men Response". In this lesson, we learn: Jesus is worthy of exceeding joy. Jesus is worthy of worship. Jesus is worthy of us giving generously to him and to his cause. You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net. Find us on social media at @WPCSumter.

Join Pastor Stuart as we begin our new series Responding to Jesus. We begin our journey in The Gospel According to Matthew 2:1-18 as we examine . . . "The Herod Response". In this lesson, we learn: Encountering Jesus requires a response. The “Herod response” is to be troubled by Jesus. We’re troubled by Jesus when we realize he will disrupt our sense of power and control. When we’re tempted to have this response to Jesus, we need to realize his Lordship is best for us. Therefore, we ought to learn to recognize and resist the “Herod response” in your own life. So, by the power of the Spirit, let’s grow in living in light of the Lordship of Jesus. You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net. Find us on social media at @WPCSumter.

Join us this week as we welcome Pastor David McIntosh to Westminster. In this message, we turn to Luke 17:11-19 to learn that  . . . "Pleas & Thank Yous Are About More Than Manners" You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net. Find us on social media at @WPCSumter.

Join Pastor Stuart for the final lesson in our series on Joy. In this last lesson, we look to John's vision of "a new heaven and a new earth" in Revelation 21:1-5 as we are reminded of . . . "The Joy of the Future" No matter what we experience in this age, God’s people will be full of joy in the age to come. Nothing in this life is as secure as our destiny in Christ. Knowing our destiny in Christ can bring us great joy in the present. Therefore, we ought to think about the age to come often. So, by faith and by the work of the Spirit, let’s rejoice in the destiny Christ has secured for us. In concert with this sermon series on Joy, please consider taking some time to listen to the sermon Pastor Stuart preached earlier this year at our April 10th 2022 worship service. Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zLbRzS-XpRQ&t=1733s Audio: https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/k6mns6/Sermon_Apr_10_2022bewkr.mp3 You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net. Find us on socia

Join Pastor Stuart in the tenth lesson in our series about Joy. This week, we turn our attention to the Letter of James 1:2-4 to hear the exhortation to, "Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds." In this sermon, Pastor Stuart teaches about . . . "Joy During Difficulties " We can have joy even in difficult, challenging, or painful  circumstances. This joy isn’t found in the circumstances themselves. Joy during difficulties is found in how we consider the circumstances. God is at work even in our most troublesome moments to make us perfect and complete in Christ. Even though we may be tempted to doubt these truths, Jesus deepens our faith. Therefore, when facing any difficulty of life, remind yourself of how the Spirit is at work in you and in others. So, by the work of the Spirit, let’s grow in finding joy even in the midst of troubling times. In concert with this sermon series on Joy, please consider taking some time to listen to the sermon Pastor Stuart preached earlier this ye