In Sermons:

“ A Bridge Over Troubled Waters

Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Feb 28, 2026

In our Christian walk, we go through different seasons. There are seasons where we are experiencing the good times: blessings one after another.

In our Christian walk, we go through different seasons. There are seasons where we are experiencing the good times: blessings one after another. During these times, we sing the songs of Zion with joy. Then there are seasons where it feels like we are going through a drought and famine. This is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:24

Denomination: Methodist

Youth Sunday Sermon From The Pit To The Palace

Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Feb 28, 2026

Maybe someone in your family underestimated Maybe the world looked at you — your skin, your neighborhood, your family or your address.

You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives." — Genesis 50:20 Opening: Start Where They Are Before we open our Bibles today, I want you to think about a time someone counted you out. Maybe a teacher said you ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 50:20

Denomination: Methodist

From The Pit To The Palace: A Sermon On Joseph's Liberation

Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Feb 28, 2026

Brothers, sisters, let us remember where Joseph came from and where his purpose bad for him.

HE TEXT OF LIBERATION Joseph said to his brothers, "I am Joseph! Is my father still living?" But his brothers were not able to answer him, because they were terrified at his presence. Then Joseph said to his brothers, "Come close to me." When they had done so, he said, "I ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 45:3-11

Denomination: Methodist

If I Perish, I Perish The Prophet’s Call To Speak

Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Feb 1, 2026

When Esther sent this reply to Mordecai: ‘Go, gather together all the Jews who are in Susa, and fast for me. Do not eat or drink for three days, night or day

“Then Esther sent this reply to Mordecai: ‘Go, gather together all the Jews who are in Susa, and fast for me. Do not eat or drink for three days, night or day. My attendants and I will fast as you do. When this is done, I will go to the king, even though it is against the law. And if I perish, I ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:13-14

Denomination: Methodist

Praying Through The Fire

Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Jan 21, 2026

Three young Hebrew men stood before the most powerful king in the world. King Nebuchadnezzar had just built a golden statue ninety feet high, and he'd issued a decree: when the music plays, everyone bows.

INTRODUCTION Let me take you back to one of the most dramatic moments in the Old Testament. Three young Hebrew men stood before the most powerful king in the world. King Nebuchadnezzar had just built a golden statue ninety feet high, and he'd issued a decree: when the music plays, everyone ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:23-24

Denomination: Methodist

Does God See Me ? Series

Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Jan 21, 2026

We've been talking about the oil of God throughout this series. We've seen how you can't stop God's oil from flowing.

INTRODUCTION We've been talking about God's oil throughout this series. We've seen how you can't stop God's oil from flowing. We've watched the widow's oil multiply beyond imagination. We've learned about positioning ourselves to receive. But this morning, I want ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:8

Denomination: Methodist

You Can't Stop The Oil Of Good From Flowing

Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Jan 21, 2026

Here's a story in 2 Kings chapter 4 that will change the way you think about what God can do in your life. A widow comes to the prophet Elisha in desperate circumstances.

INTRODUCTION There's a story in 2 Kings chapter 4 that will change the way you think about what God can do in your life. A widow comes to the prophet Elisha in desperate circumstances. Her husband has died. The creditors are coming. They're about to take her two sons as slaves to pay off ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Faithfulness In Hidden Places Series

Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Jan 21, 2026

There's a moment in Scripture that most people overlook, but it's one of the most powerful pictures of faithfulness I've ever encountered. King David is getting old

INTRODUCTION There's a moment in Scripture that most people overlook, but it's one of the most powerful pictures of faithfulness I've ever encountered. King David is getting old. His days are numbered. He knows he's not going to live to see his greatest dream fulfilled. God told ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 28:11-19

Denomination: Methodist

Behold The Lamb: A Message Of Liberation And Witness

Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Jan 17, 2026

This passage speaks to us across the centuries with a message that resonates deeply with our struggle, our hope, and our calling as a people.

Opening Church, this morning I want to direct your attention to John's Gospel, chapter 1, verses 29 through 42. This passage speaks to us across the centuries with a message that resonates deeply with our struggle, our hope, and our calling as a people. When John the Baptist looked up and ...read more

Scripture: John 1:29-42

Denomination: Methodist

When Leaders Devour The People

Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Jan 15, 2026

A 7-Minute Reflection on Social Justice

Good morning. I want to talk to you today about a passage that makes us uncomfortable, that challenges us, but that speaks directly to the moment we're living in. Turn with me to Micah chapter 3, verses 1 through 8. And I said: Listen, you heads of Jacob and rulers of the house of ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Opening Our Hearts

Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Jan 5, 2026

eter stands in the home of Cornelius, a Roman centurion, and speaks words that would forever change the trajectory of the early church.

Text: Acts 10:34 - "Then Peter began to speak: 'I now realize how true it is that God does not show favoritism.'" The Moment of Revelation Peter stands in the home of Cornelius, a Roman centurion, and speaks words that would forever change the trajectory of the early church. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:34

Denomination: Methodist

"you Don't Owe Me Any Favor":

Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Jan 4, 2026

A Sermon on God's Impartial Grace

Acts 10:34 - "Then Peter opened his mouth and said: 'In truth I perceive that God shows no partiality.'" A Powerful Declaration Church, let me tell you something that will set you free today: God doesn't owe you any favors, and you don't owe Him any either. Now before you ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:34

Denomination: Methodist

Hold Your Position

Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Jan 2, 2026

A Prophetic Word for Women in Leadership

"'Certainly I will go with you,' said Deborah. 'But because of the course you are taking, the honor will not be yours, for the LORD will deliver Sisera into the hands of a woman.'"— Judges 4:9 (NIV) The Divine Summons The Spirit of God is speaking to His daughters in ...read more

Scripture: Judges 4:9

Denomination: Methodist

When The Voiceless Speak: A Sermon On Liberation

Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Dec 31, 2025

There's a moment in every captivity when hope seems impossible. When the chains have been on so long you forget what freedom feels like.

Introduction There's a moment in every captivity when hope seems impossible. When the chains have been on so long you forget what freedom feels like. When the oppressor's voice has drowned out your own for so many years that you wonder if you ever had a voice at all. The Israelites knew ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

The Flight Into Shadows

Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Dec 31, 2025

We come to the end of the Christmas season, and the Gospel reading assigned to us is jarring.

We come to the end of the Christmas season, and the Gospel reading assigned to us is jarring. We've spent weeks with angels and shepherds, with wise men and star-light, with Mary's Magnificat and the peaceful scenes around the manger. We've sung "Silent Night" and "Joy to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-23

Denomination: Methodist