In Sermons:

Living Stones For God's House Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jul 2, 2026

Peter was writing to a church that was living as outsiders in their community. However, instead of allowing them to wallow in despair, he reminded them who they are in Christ and what Christ had called them to do.

Living Stones for God’s House Text: 1 Peter 2:4-12 Introduction 1. “We are Christians because we find our identity, life, and purpose in Christ. We are evangelical because we believe the gospel and esteem it as the great central truth of God’s revelation to men.” — Paul Washer 2. Peter was writing ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:4-12

Denomination: Methodist

The Living Word Of God Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jul 2, 2026

If we are going to pursue holiness we need to make the Word of God a major part of our daily lives.

The Living Word of God Text: 1 Peter 1:22-2:3 Introduction 1. “Knowing about God is crucially important for the living of our lives... Disregard the study of God, and you sentence yourself to stumble and blunder through life blindfolded, as it were, with no sense of direction and no understanding ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

A Call To Holy Living Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jun 18, 2026

We have to live in a way that glorifies God and is an example to all we encounter.

A Call to Holiness Text: 1 Peter 1:13-21 Introduction 1. “The essential part of Christian holiness is giving the heart wholly to God.” (John Wesley). 2. In the previous section to his letter, Peter tells his readers that they had an eternal inheritance that was being kept for them by God the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-21

Denomination: Methodist

A Heavenly Inheritance Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jun 8, 2026

Peter is writing to believers who are scattered, pressured, and facing trials. Yet he does not begin by focusing on their problems. He begins by focusing on God's mercy. Before he addresses their suffering, he reminds them of their heavenly inheritance.

A Heavenly Inheritance Text: 1 Peter 1:3-12 Introduction 1. The opening words of Peter's letter burst with praise: "Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ!" 2. Peter is writing to believers who are scattered, pressured, and facing trials. Yet he does not begin by ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-12

Denomination: Methodist

Chosen And Scattered Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jun 8, 2026

Peter tells us that we are God’s chosen people, but we are currently living as foreigners in a world not meant for us.

Chosen and Scattered Text: 1 Peter 1:1-2 Introduction 1. “This world is not my home; I'm just a passing through. My treasures are laid up somewhere beyond the blue; The angels beckon me from heaven's open door, And I can't feel at home in this world anymore.” (Albert Brumley). 2. Peter ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-2

Denomination: Methodist

We Believe Life Everlasting Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on May 4, 2026

The Apostle’s Creed doesn’t end in uncertainty. It ends in the assuredness of the promise of Jesus and based on the very character of God.

We Believe: Life Everlasting Text: Jn. 3:16-21 Introduction 1. “As a Christian, Christ died so that we will have eternal life in Him in Heaven. What it looks like doesn't matter, what it smells like doesn't matter, as long as Christ is there it will be Heaven to me.” (TD Jakes). 2. The ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-21

Denomination: Methodist

We Believe: The Resurrection Of The Body Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Apr 30, 2026

When we say we believe in the resurrection of the body, we are saying that one day we will have bodies without limitation and without pain.

We Believe: Resurrection of the Body Text: 1 Cor. 15:35-58 Introduction 1. “The resurrection of the body means that we do not merely receive a consolation for the life we have lost but a restoration of it. We not only get the bodies and lives we had but the bodies and lives we wished for but had ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:35-58

Denomination: Methodist

We Believe: Forgiveness Of Sins Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Apr 20, 2026

Every Sunday we proclaim that we believe in the forgiveness of sins. When we look at that it seems pretty simple but is it really?

We Believe: Forgiveness of Sins Text: Rom. 5:12-21 Introduction 1. Illustration: When I was a senior in high school, one day someone asked me, “You say you’re saved; saved from what?” After I thought about it a few seconds, I replied, “Myself!” Considering my knowledge of theology and experience ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:12-21

Denomination: Methodist

We Believe: Communion Of Saints Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Apr 20, 2026

Every Sunday, Christians all over the world proclaim that they believe in the communion of saints. But what does that mean? What is a communion? What is a saint?

We Believe: Communion of Saints Text: Eph. 2:19-22 Introduction 1. “The Church is the Body of Christ, and as such it is both heavenly and earthly. The Church is the communion of saints, and it includes as members both angels and shepherds – cherubim and seraphim, and you, and me.”— Scott ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:19-22

Denomination: Methodist

One Holy Church Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Mar 27, 2026

When we recite the Apostles’ Creed, we say with conviction: “I believe in the holy catholic Church.” For many, that phrase can feel confusing. What does “catholic” mean? Are we talking about a denomination? A building?

We Believe: One Holy Church Text: 1 Cor. 12:12-27 Introduction 1. When we recite the Apostles’ Creed, we say with conviction: “I believe in the holy catholic Church.” For many, that phrase can feel confusing. What does “catholic” mean? Are we talking about a denomination? A building? 2. Why do we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-27

Denomination: Methodist

We Believe: The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Mar 20, 2026

Every week, Christians all over the world recite the words of the Apostle’s Creed, which says, “I believe in the Holy Spirit.” And yet He is the most misunderstood member of the Trinity.

We Believe: The Holy Spirit Text: Jn. 16:5-15 Introduction 1. So, I found this amazing quote this week, from a man who lived a long time ago named William Granall. He said, “Without the Spirit you lie like a ship on dry ground. It is the Spirit that is both the tide and the wind that sets your soul ...read more

Scripture: John 16:5-16

Denomination: Methodist

We Believe: He Will Come Again Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Mar 9, 2026

As Christians, we believe that Jesus came the first time humbly and meek, but He will come a second time in power and great glory.

We Believe: He Will Come Again Text: 1 Thess. 4:13-18 Introduction 1. When Tina and I were in seminary, we had a professor named Dr. Gary McGhee. He grew up in a Pentecostal church that regularly preached in the eminent Second Coming of Christ. He said that they believed in it so firmly that when ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Methodist

We Believe: The Ascension And Session Of Christ Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Mar 5, 2026

He returned to His heavenly home, is seated at the Father’s right hand, and He is interceding for us.

We Believe: Ascension and Seated Text: Lk. 24:49-53 Introduction 1. “The most important benefit of the ascension to us is that Jesus is now exalted at God's right hand as our priest, our advocate and our supreme intercessor. Prayer works because he is there to argue for us. Rejoice dear ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:49-53

Denomination: Methodist

We Believe: Jesus Rose Again On The Third Day Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Feb 24, 2026

I think that the reason many people take the Apostle’s Creed lightly is that there are things in it that are difficult to comprehend. For example, we understand, I think, about the crucifixion and the resurrection, but what does it mean that He descended to the dead?

WE BELIEVE: HE ROSE FROM THE DEAD Text: 1 Cor. 15:1-10 Introduction 1. I think that the reason many people take the Apostle’s Creed lightly is that there are things in it that are difficult to comprehend. 2. For example, we understand, I think, about the crucifixion and the resurrection, but what ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

We Believe: Crucifixion, Death, And Burial Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Feb 24, 2026

The Cross is the center of everything we believe as Christians, for without it we are still lost in our sin.

WE BELIEVE: JESUS WAS CRUCIFIED, DIED, AND WAS BURIED Text: John 19: 18-20, 28-37, 40-42 Introduction 1. “In the Cross is salvation; in the Cross is life; in the Cross is protection against our enemies; in the Cross is infusion of heavenly sweetness; in the Cross is strength of mind; in the Cross ...read more

Scripture: John 19:28-37, John 19:18-20, John 19:40-42

Denomination: Methodist