Shared Sermons by William Akehurst

Empowered By The Spirit For God's Work. Exodus 31.1-18 Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jul 26, 2026

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GOD not only calls HIS people to serve HIM; HE equips them by HIS SPIRIT, gives them gifts for HIS work, teaches them rhythms of worship and rest, and guides them through HIS Word. Every believer has a place in GOD’s Kingdom and is responsible to use what HE has entrusted for HIS glory.

2026.07.26. Sermon Notes. Empowered by the SPIRIT for GOD's Work. Exodus 31.1-18 William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: GOD not only calls HIS people to serve HIM; HE equips them by HIS SPIRIT, gives them gifts for HIS work, teaches them rhythms of worship and rest, and guides them through HIS Word. ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 31:1-18, Psalm 119:89, Isaiah 40:8, Isaiah 40:31, Matthew 11:28-30, Matthew 24:35, Mark 2:27-28, John 3:34, Acts 1:8, Romans 12:4-5, 1 Corinthians 12:4-6, 1 Corinthians 12:12-27, Colossians 2:9, Ephesians 2:10, Ephesians 2:19-22, Ephesians 3:20-21, Ephesians 4:11-16, 2 Timothy 3:16-17, Hebrews 3:3-6, Hebrews 4:9-11 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Prepared For His Presence. Exodus 30.11-38 Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jul 18, 2026

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Before GOD's people could serve and worship in HIS presence, they needed redemption, cleansing, consecration, and acceptable worship. These provisions point directly to JESUS CHRIST, who redeems us, cleanses us, fills us with the HOLY SPIRIT, and brings us into fellowship with GOD.

2026.07.19. Sermon Notes. PREPARED FOR HIS PRESENCE. Exodus 30.11-38 William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: Before GOD's people could serve and worship in HIS presence, they needed redemption, cleansing, consecration, and acceptable worship. These provisions point directly to JESUS CHRIST, who ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 30:11-38, Psalm 141:2, Mark 10:45, John 13:10, John 4:23-24, Acts 1:8, Romans 3:23, Colossians 1:14, Ephesians 5:26, Titus 3:5-6, Hebrews 7:25, Hebrews 10:19-22, 1 Peter 1:18-19, 1 John 1:9, 1 John 2:20, Galatians 4:4-6, Revelation 5:8 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Prayer Pause – The Hidden Driveway

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jul 17, 2026

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Slow down, seek GOD, and allow HIS SPIRIT to reveal the deep things HE has prepared for those who love HIM.

2026.07.16. PRAYER PAUSE – THE HIDDEN DRIVEWAY William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: Slow down, seek GOD, and allow HIS SPIRIT to reveal the deep things HE has prepared for those who love HIM. SCRIPTURES: 1 Corinthians 2:6-10, Daniel 2:19-23, Psalms 46:10, Isaiah 60:1-2, Psalms 19:14 TOPICS: Prayer ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:6-10, Daniel 2:19-23, Psalm 46:10, Isaiah 60:1-2, Psalm 19:14 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Consecrated To Serve. A Life Of Worship Before God. Exodus 29.1-30.10 Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jul 11, 2026

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GOD calls HIS people to holiness, continual worship, and intimate fellowship with HIM. The consecration of the priests, the continual sacrifices, and the Altar of Incense all point to JESUS CHRIST, our perfect High Priest, whose sacrifice and continual intercession bring us into the presence of GOD.

2026.07.12. Sermon Notes. Consecrated to Serve. A Life of Worship Before GOD. Exodus 29.1–30.10 William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: GOD calls HIS people to holiness, continual worship, and intimate fellowship with HIM. The consecration of the priests, the continual sacrifices, and the Altar of ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 29:1-46, Exodus 30:1-10, Psalm 141:2, Romans 12:1, Titus 3:5, John 14:23, John 17:19, Luke 1:10, 2 Corinthians 6:16, Hebrews 4:14-16, Hebrews 7:24-25, Hebrews 9:11-14, Hebrews 10:11-14, Hebrews 13:15, 1 Peter 2:9, Revelation 5:8, Revelation 21:3 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Independence Day Weekend — Pre-Sermon Introduction & Reflection

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jul 5, 2026

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Opening statements for Independence Day weekend services.

2026.07.04 Independence Day Weekend — Pre-Sermon Introduction & Reflection William Akehurst, HSWC Opening statements for Independence Day weekend services. Scriptures: Galatians 5:1, Psalm 33:12, Proverbs 14:34, 2 Chronicles 7:14, Topics: Independence Day, founding faith, declaration of ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1, Psalm 33:12, Proverbs 14:34, 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Court Of The Tabernacle And The Garments Of The Priest. Exodus 27.9-28.43 Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jul 5, 2026

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GOD is holy and calls HIS people to approach HIM according to HIS provision. The Court of the Tabernacle and the garments of the High Priest reveal that access to GOD requires holiness, mediation, and righteousness—all of which are perfectly fulfilled in JESUS CHRIST, our Great High Priest.

2026.07.05. Sermon Notes. The Court of the Tabernacle and the Garments of the Priest. Exodus 27.9-28.43 William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: GOD is holy and calls HIS people to approach HIM according to HIS provision. The Court of the Tabernacle and the garments of the High Priest reveal that access ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 27:9-21, Exodus 28:1-43, Psalm 119:105, Isaiah 49:16, Isaiah 61:10, John 8:12, John 10:3, John 10:9, John 14:6, Romans 8:34, 1 Corinthians 11:23-32, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Ephesians 4:24, 1 Timothy 2:5, Hebrews 4:14-16, Hebrews 5:4-6, Hebrews 7:24-25, Hebrews 9:11-15, Hebrews 10:19-22, 1 Peter 1:15-16, Revelation 19:8 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Dwelling Place Of God And The Altar Of Sacrifice. Exodus 26.1-27.8 Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jun 27, 2026

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The Tabernacle and Bronze Altar show that the holy GOD desires to dwell with HIS people, but access to HIM comes through sacrifice - fulfilled in JESUS CHRIST, who opened the way to fellowship with GOD.

2026.06.28. Sermon Notes. The Dwelling Place of GOD and the Altar of Sacrifice. Exodus 26.1-27.8 William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA The Tabernacle and the Bronze Altar reveal that a holy GOD desires to dwell among HIS people, but access to HIS presence comes only through sacrifice. Every detail ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 18:2, Isaiah 59:2, Matthew 27:50-51, John 1:14, John 1:29, Romans 6:23, 1 Corinthians 3:11, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Hebrews 9:22, Hebrews 10:10, Hebrews 10:19-22, Revelation 21:3, Leviticus 17:11, Exodus 26:1-37, Exodus 27:1-8, 1 Peter 1:18-19 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Bread And Light In The House Of God - Exodus 25:23-40 Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jun 20, 2026

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The Table of Showbread and the Golden Lampstand reveal that JESUS CHRIST is both the Bread of Life who satisfies our souls and the Light of the World who guides us into truth and fellowship with GOD.

2026.06.21. Sermon Notes. Bread and Light in the House of GOD Exodus 25.23-40 William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA The Table of Showbread and the Golden Lampstand reveal that JESUS CHRIST is both the Bread of Life who satisfies our souls and the Light of the World who guides us into truth and ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 25:23-40, Psalm 16:11, Psalm 37:25, Psalm 119:105, Matthew 4:4, Matthew 5:14, John 1:4-5, John 6:35, John 6:51, John 8:12, John 14:6, Philippians 4:19, James 4:8, 2 Corinthians 4:6, Colossians 2:3, Luke 22:19-20, Revelation 19:9, Romans 10:9, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Deuteronomy 31:6, James 1:17 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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

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