Shared Sermons by William Akehurst

Father's Day Opening (Short - Before Regular Message) Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jun 15, 2026

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Short FATHER's Day opening to the worship service. Today we thank God for fathers and father figures. As we honor them, we also give thanks to our Heavenly Father, who never leaves us and from whom every good and perfect gift comes...

2026.06.21 FATHER’S DAY PREFACE William Akehurst, HSWC Good morning and welcome to worship on this special FATHER's Day. Today we pause to honor and thank GOD for the fathers, grandfathers, stepfathers, spiritual fathers, and father figures who have invested their lives in guiding, protecting, ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 31:6, James 1:17, James 4:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Ark Of The Covenant. The Presence Of God Among His People. Exodus 25.10–22 Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jun 14, 2026

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The Ark of the Covenant reveals that the Holy GOD desires to dwell among HIS people, extending mercy through atonement and ultimately pointing to JESUS CHRIST, our perfect Savior, Mediator, and Mercy Seat.

2026.06.14. Sermon Notes. The Ark of the Covenant. The Presence of GOD Among HIS People. Exodus 25.10–22 William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA The Ark of the Covenant reveals that a holy GOD desires to dwell among HIS people, extending mercy through atonement and ultimately pointing to JESUS CHRIST, our ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 25:10-22, Leviticus 16:14-15, Psalm 119:11, Isaiah 6:3, Jeremiah 29:13, John 1:14, John 14:23, John 17:17, Romans 3:25, Colossians 2:9, Colossians 2:13-14, 2 Timothy 3:16, James 4:8, Hebrews 4:14-16, Hebrews 9:12, Hebrews 9:24, Hebrews 12:28-29, Hebrews 13:20-21, Revelation 4:8, 2 Corinthians 6:2 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Come Up To The Lord. Exodus 24.1-25.9 Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jun 6, 2026

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GOD does not just simply deliver HIS people from bondage; HE calls them into covenant, communion, worship, and HIS holy presence. Through the blood of the covenant and the pattern of the tabernacle, we see a prophetic picture of JESUS CHRIST, who brings believers near to GOD.

2026.06.07. Sermon Notes. COME UP TO THE LORD. Exodus 24-25.9 William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA GOD does not just simply deliver HIS people from bondage; HE calls them into covenant, communion, worship, and HIS holy presence. Through the blood of the covenant and the pattern of the tabernacle, we ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 24:1-18, Exodus 25:1-9, Isaiah 59:2, Leviticus 19:2, Matthew 26:28, John 1:14, Acts 4:12, Romans 3:20, Galatians 3:24, Ephesians 2:13, Hebrews 4:16, Hebrews 9:22, Hebrews 9:24, Hebrews 10:10-14, 1 Timothy 2:5, 1 Peter 1:18-19, 1 Corinthians 3:16, 1 Corinthians 11:23-26, 2 Corinthians 9:7, Revelation 19:9, Revelation 21:3 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Rest, Reverence, And Covenant Promise. Exodus 23.10-33 Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on May 31, 2026

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GOD calls HIS people to trust HIM through rest, worship HIM with reverence, obey HIM fully, and walk faithfully into the promises HE has prepared.

2026.05.31. Sermon Notes. Rest, Reverence, and Covenant Promise. Exodus 23.10–33 William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: GOD calls HIS people to trust HIM through rest, worship HIM with reverence, obey HIM fully, and walk faithfully into the promises HE has prepared. TOPICS: Sabbath rest, Worship and ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 23:10-33, Psalm 46:10, Matthew 11:28, Hebrews 4:9-10, Psalm 100:2, Romans 12:1, Hebrews 10:25, Isaiah 30:21, John 10:27, 2 Corinthians 6:14, James 4:4, 1 Corinthians 15:33, Philippians 1:6, Galatians 6:9, Matthew 5:17, Hebrews 9:15, Romans 3:23-24, Jude 1:24-25 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Memorial Day Mention - Opening Introduction Before Regular Service

Contributed by William Akehurst on May 23, 2026

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Memorial Day Mention. Opening introduction to remember Memorial Day at start service.

MEMORIAL DAY MENTION: As we gather today, we also pause to remember the meaning of Memorial Day weekend. Memorial Day is more than the beginning of summer or a national holiday; it is a sacred time of remembrance for the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to this nation. We thank ...read more

Scripture: John 15:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Preface. Pentecost Sunday Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on May 23, 2026

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Opening preface for Pentecost Sunday. Reflection on Pentecost and opening prayer.

PREFACE. PENTECOST SUNDAY Last week was a day of rededication for the Nation, a National Jubilee – Rededicate 250. A day for the Church and Nation to rededicate ourselves to GOD, to be “one nation under GOD” Today, we gather in the presence of the LORD, to celebrate Pentecost Sunday. A powerful ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Laws Of Mercy, Integrity And Covenant Living. Exodus 22.1–23.9 Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on May 23, 2026

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GOD calls HIS people to live with integrity, compassion, holiness, and justice because they belong to HIM and reflect HIS character.

2026.05.24. Sermon Notes. Laws of Mercy, Integrity, and Covenant Living. Exodus 22.1–23.9 William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: GOD calls HIS people to live with integrity, compassion, holiness, and justice because they belong to HIM and reflect HIS character. SCRIPTURES: Exodus 22:1-31, Exodus ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 22:1-31, Exodus 23:1-9, Luke 19:8, Galatians 6:7, 1 Peter 1:15-16, 1 Corinthians 10:14, James 1:27, Proverbs 14:31, Romans 12:1, 1 Peter 1:16, Romans 3:23, Galatians 3:24, Matthew 5:17, Hebrews 13:20-21, Proverbs 31:8-9, James 2:1, Romans 12:20, Ephesians 4:25, John 15:13, Acts 1:8 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Justice, Mercy, And Responsibility. The Character Of God In Everyday Life - Exodus 21 Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on May 17, 2026

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GOD’s laws reveal HIS holiness, justice, mercy, and concern for human dignity, while exposing humanity’s need for redemption through JESUS CHRIST. Includes Reflections on Ascension Day, and Today as REDEDICATE 250 - National Jubilee, celebrated on the Mall in Washington DC

2026.05.17. Sermon Notes. Justice, Mercy, and Responsibility. The Character of GOD in Everyday Life. Exodus 21.1-36 William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: GOD’s laws reveal HIS holiness, justice, mercy, and concern for human dignity, while exposing humanity’s need for redemption through JESUS ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14, Psalm 33:12, Exodus 21:1-36, Genesis 1:27, Micah 6:8, Colossians 4:1, Matthew 7:12, Matthew 15:4, 2 Timothy 3:16-17, Romans 3:23, Romans 13:3-4, Romans 14:12, Galatians 3:24, Galatians 6:7, James 2:13, Luke 16:10, Matthew 5:17, Joshua 24:15, Acts 1:9-11, Matthew 28:20 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Mother's Day - Opening Greeting And Prayer

Contributed by William Akehurst on May 9, 2026

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Simple opening Mother's Day greeting acknowledging and praying for Mothers of your congregation.

Mother’s Day Opening Greeting Good morning, and welcome to the house of the LORD. Before we begin today’s message, we want to take a moment to honor and recognize all the mothers and mother figures among us on this Mother’s Day. We thank GOD for faithful mothers who pray, nurture, sacrifice, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Do Not Fear - Draw Near, To God. Exodus 20.18-26 Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on May 9, 2026

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GOD’s holiness produces reverence, not distance; HE calls HIS people to fear HIM rightly and draw near through obedience and worship.

2026.05.10. Sermon Notes. DO NOT FEAR, DRAW NEAR TO GOD. Exodus 20.18-26 William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: GOD’s holiness produces reverence, not distance; HE calls HIS people to fear HIM rightly and draw near through obedience and worship. TOPICS: The fear of GOD, Reverence vs. terror, GOD’s ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:18-26, Proverbs 9:10, Hebrews 12:28-29, Isaiah 59:2, James 4:8, Isaiah 42:8, 1 John 5:21, 2 Corinthians 4:7, 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, John 4:23-24, 1 Timothy 2:5, James 4:6, Micah 6:8, 2 Corinthians 13:14 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Voice Of God - The Ten Commandments. Exodus 20.1-17 Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on May 3, 2026

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GOD’s Law reveals HIS holiness, exposes sin, and points us to our need for JESUS CHRIST.

2026.05.03. Sermon Notes. THE VOICE OF GOD. THE TEN COMMANDMENTS. Exodus 20.1-17 William Akehurst, HSWC 1st Sunday Communion BIG IDEA GOD’s Law reveals HIS holiness, exposes sin, and points us to our need for JESUS CHRIST. KEY TOPICS: The authority of GOD’s voice, The holiness of GOD, The ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-17, Isaiah 33:22, Romans 3:20, James 2:10, Galatians 3:24, Matthew 5:17, 1 Corinthians 11:23-26, Hebrews 13:20-21 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

From Burden To Holiness. Preparing To Meet God. Exodus 18.13-19.25 Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Apr 25, 2026

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GOD prepares HIS people to meet HIM by ordering their lives, establishing godly leadership, and calling them to holiness.

2026.04.26. Sermon Notes. FROM BURDEN TO HOLINESS. PREPARING TO MEET GOD. Exodus 18.13-19.25 William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: GOD prepares HIS people to meet HIM by ordering their lives, establishing godly leadership, and calling them to holiness. SCRIPTURES: Exodus 18:13-27, Exodus 19:1-18, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 18:13-27, Exodus 19:1-18, Proverbs 11:14, Acts 6:2-4, 1 Peter 2:9, Romans 12:1-2, Hebrews 12:28-29, James 4:8 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Held Up For Victory. Trusting God In The Wilderness. Exodus 17.1-18.12 Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Apr 19, 2026

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GOD uses testing, battles, and burdens to teach HIS people to trust HIM, depend on HIM, and receive strength through HIS provision and HIS people.

2026.04.19. Sermon Notes. Held Up for Victory: Trusting GOD in the Wilderness. Exodus 17-18.12 William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: GOD uses testing, battles, and burdens to teach HIS people to trust HIM, depend on HIM, and receive strength through HIS provision and HIS people. TOPICS: Testing and ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:1-16, Exodus 18:1-12, 1 Corinthians 10:4, Joshua 1:9, Hebrews 13:5, John 4:7-14, John 7:37-39, Deuteronomy 31:8, Matthew 28:20 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Daily Bread From Heaven - Exodus 16 Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Apr 12, 2026

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GOD teaches His people to trust Him daily by providing exactly what they need, pointing us to CHRIST - the true Bread from Heaven - who alone satisfies the soul.

2026.03.29. Sermon Notes. Daily Bread from Heaven Exodus 16:1-36 William Akehurst, HSWC Defining Moments in the Wilderness BIG IDEA GOD teaches His people to trust Him daily by providing exactly what they need, pointing us to CHRIST - the true Bread from Heaven - who alone satisfies the ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 3:24, Exodus 16:1-36, John 6:30-35, Matthew 6:11, Deuteronomy 8:3, 1 Corinthians 10:1-6, Psalm 78:23-25 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Resurrection Sunday. He Is Risen - The Victory That Changes Everything. Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Apr 4, 2026

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The resurrection of JESUS CHRIST is the foundation of our faith, the proof of HIS victory over sin and death, and the guarantee of new life for all who believe.

2026.04.05. Sermon Notes. RESURRECTION SUNDAY. HE Is Risen: The Victory That Changes Everything. William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA The resurrection of JESUS CHRIST is the foundation of our faith, the proof of HIS victory over sin and death, and the guarantee of new life for all who believe. KEY ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10, 1 Corinthians 15:12-22, Matthew 16:24, Romans 1:4, Romans 4:25, Romans 8:11, Philippians 4:7, Colossians 2:13-14, 1 Peter 1:3, John 11:25, 1 Corinthians 11:23-26 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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