Westminster Presbyterian Sumter

Join Pastor Stuart as we begin our new series, Living on a Prayer. In our first lesson, we turn to the Gospel According to Matthew 6:7-13 as we take a closer look at . . . "Jesus' Prayer Pattern". In this lesson, we see: Jesus has given us a pattern for prayer. This model prayer of Jesus instructs us in the attitudes and priorities of prayer.  This prayer reminds us we are a community of disciples and not merely individual followers of Christ. Every phrase of this prayer demonstrates the grace of God in Christ towards us. Therefore, we ought to practice praying according to the pattern Jesus has given us. You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net. Join us Sunday Mornings at 10:30 a.m. at 230 Alice Drive, Sumter, SC! Find us on social media at @WPCSumter.

Join Pastor Nathan as we turn to the Apostle Paul's Letter to the Colossians 4:2 to learn about . . . "The Essential Nature of Prayer in the Christian Life". In this lesson, we learn that . . . Prayer is essential in the Christian life. So we should let our lives be filled with prayer. 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, Let's Get Spiritual. This week, we turn again to the Apostle Paul's Letter to the Ephesians 1:15-23 to be reminded of God's . . . "Resurrection Power". In this lesson, we see: God wants us to know that he is powerfully at work in all who believe. The Holy Spirit works within us with the power of the resurrection of Jesus. There are several reasons why someone may not experience this power: Unbelief. Unenlightened. Unwilling to experience "death." The good news is that even with our deficiencies, God is able to do immeasurably more than we can imagine. Therefore, we ought to believe the power of the resurrected Christ is available through the work of the Spirit So, let’s live in the power of the resurrected Lord and King, Jesus. You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net. Join us Sunday Mornings at 10:30 a.m. at 230 Alice Drive, Sumter, SC! Find us on social media at @WPCSumter.

Join Pastor Stuart for the sixth lesson in our series, Let's Get Spiritual. This week, we turn to the Apostle Paul's Letter to the Ephesians 4:25-32 for a grace-filled admonishment that we . . . "Don't Grieve the Spirit". In this lesson, we see: Do not grieve the Holy Spirit. The fact that the Spirit can be grieved indicates he is personal. How do we grieve the Spirit? Because the Spirit is holy (that is, set apart from sin), there is a sense in which all sin is grievous to him. More specifically, willful, rebellious attitudes and behavior grieve the Spirit. Even more specifically, relational sins that affect the church community grieve the Spirit. Because we are sealed by the Spirit for the day of redemption won for us by Christ, we desire to refrain from grieving him. Therefore, we ought to . . . Watch our attitude. Seek relational shalom – especially in the church community. Be quick to repent of sin. In all things, rely on the Spirit. So, let’s keep in step with the Spirit as we willingly submit to his

Join Pastor Stuart as we continue in our series, Let's Get Spiritual. In our fifth lesson, we turn to the Apostle Paul's Letter to the Corinthians 12:1-11 for a reminder of the nature and purpose of . . . "Spiritual Gifts". In this lesson, we see: The Holy Spirit gives gifts to all who are in Christ. While there are a variety of gifts, they are all given for the good of the church. The Spirit decides what gift(s) each believer receives. At the same time, we are encouraged to earnestly desire what is best for the church. The Spirit empowers these gifts so that we are built up in Christ. Ultimately, the gifts of the Spirit point us to Jesus. Therefore, we ought to be eager for the gifts of the Spirit to be used to build up the church. So, let’s believe the Spirit gifts each of us to grow the church into maturity in Christ. You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net. Join us Sunday Mornings at 10:30 a.m. at 230 Alice Drive, Sumter, SC! Find us on social media at @

Join Pastor Nathan for the fourth lesson in our series, Let's Get Spiritual. This week, we turn to the Apostle Paul's Letter to the Ephesians 5:15-21 to hear the blessings of a . . . "Spirit Filled Melody". In this lesson, we see: Our lives should reflect the work of the Holy Spirit So let's live a life filled with the Holy Spirit. You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net. Join us Sunday Mornings at 10:30 a.m. at 230 Alice Drive, Sumter, SC! Find us on social media at @WPCSumter.

Join Pastor Stuart as we continue in our series, Let's Get Spiritual. In this third lesson, we turn again to the Apostle Paul's Letter to the Galatians 5:16-26 for a reminder of God's work of salvation bearing . . . "Spiritual Fruit". In this lesson, we see: The fruit of the Spirit is the work of the Spirit. Apart from the Spirit we produce bad fruit. The best we can muster by ourselves is fake fruit. Ultimately, the fruit of the Spirit is about Jesus. Therefore, we can RELY on the Spirit to produce his fruit in us as we . . . Remember God is at work in you. Employ the resources of Christ. Lean on the Spirit as you step out in faith. Yield to the Spirit speaking in the Scriptures. Let’s rely on the Spirit as we seek to grow in Christ-like character. You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net. Join us Sunday Mornings at 10:30 a.m. at 230 Alice Drive, Sumter, SC! Find us on social media at @WPCSumter.

Join Pastor Stuart as we continue in our new series, Let's Get Spiritual. In our second lesson, we turn to the Apostle Paul's Letter to the Galatians 3:1-3 for a reminder that God's work of salvation in our lives is always . . . "Beginning and Ending by the Spirit". In this lesson, we see: Life in Christ is from beginning to end the work of the Holy Spirit. All the blessings of Christ come to us through the Holy Spirit. We need to be on guard for the persistent, deep-rooted tendency to rely on our works. Therefore, you can act in faith today as you . . . Acknowledge you need the Spirit. Believe the Spirit gives the resources of Christ. Call on the Spirit for help. Do God’s will relying on the Spirit. So, let’s rely on the Spirit knowing he will finish the work he began in us. You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net. Join us Sunday Mornings at 10:30 a.m. at 230 Alice Drive, Sumter, SC! Find us on social media at @WPCSumter.

Join Pastor Stuart as we begin our new series, Let's Get Spiritual. In our first lesson, we turn to the Apostle Paul's First Letter to the Corinthians 2:12-16 for . . . "A Spiritual Primer". In this lesson, we see: A preliminary point – The word “spiritual” in Scripture ordinarily means “pertaining to the Holy Spirit.” The Holy Spirit is absolutely essential for receiving all God has for us in Christ. Apart from the Spirit: We cannot accept or truly understand God’s truth. We have no access to Christ. As the Spirit of wisdom and truth, the Holy Spirit not only points us to Jesus, he connects us to him. Therefore, you can ask the Spirit to reveal more of his truth to you. So, let’s grow in our relationship with God in Christ by the Holy Spirit. You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net. Join us Sunday Mornings at 10:30 a.m. at 230 Alice Drive, Sumter, SC! Find us on social media at @WPCSumter.

Join Pastor Stuart for the sixth and final portion in our series, Tell Me Something Good. This week, we return to the Apostle Paul's Letter to the Romans 8:18-21 to be reminded of . . . "Good Things to Come". In this lesson, we see: No matter how bad things are in this life, the life to come is better than anything we can imagine. The glory of the age to come does not merely encompass people; it encompasses creation. When creation itself is set free from sin and it’s curse, there will be unlimited joy. All the surpassing goodness of the age to come will be the eternal experience of those who believe in Christ. Therefore, we can believe the good news of how God in Christ is making all things new! So, by faith and by the work of the Spirit, let’s rejoice in the destiny Christ has secured for us. You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net. Find us on social media at @WPCSumter.

Join Pastor Nathan for the fifth sermon in our series, Tell Me Something Good. This week, we turn to the Apostle Paul's Letter to the Romans 8:28-29 to be reminded that . . . "You Do Not Have to Be Enough". In this lesson, we see: Because the Lord loves us, He conforms us to the image of Christ. So, let’s believe that the Lord is working everything for your eternal good. 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 fourth sermon in our series, Tell Me Something Good. This week, we turn again to the Apostle Paul's Letter to the Galatians 4:4-7 to hear a message reminding us of the blessings of being . . . "Adopted" . . . into the family of God. In this lesson, we see: Sinners are adopted into God’s family through Jesus. Not only are believing sinners adopted, we also receive the Holy Spirit confirming our status. Because we are adopted sons, we inherit everything. Therefore, we can believe God adopts sinners into his family and gives them all the rights and privileges of being his children. So, let’s celebrate that we are God’s children because of THE Son, Jesus. 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 third part in our series, Tell Me Something Good. In this lesson, we turn to the Apostle Paul's Letter to the Galatians 2:15-16 to hear a message on being . . . "Right With God". In this lesson, we see: We are right with God not because of our efforts, but because of Jesus. As our head and husband, Jesus shares with us all that is his . . . including his righteous status. All we do to receive this righteous status is believe. Therefore, we can believe the good news that sinners are considered righteous because of Jesus. So, let’s celebrate that Jesus truly is our righteousness. 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 second part in our new series, Tell Me Something Good. In this lesson, we turn to the Apostle Paul's Letter to the Colossians 2:13-14 to hear the simple message of . . . "Forgiveness". In this lesson, we see: Sin is a debt that must be paid. Jesus paid the debt of sin for all who believe. Those who believe are forgiven of all their sins. Therefore, we can believe the good news that Jesus pays the debt of sin. So, let’s celebrate that our sin-debt is paid in full by Jesus. 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, Tell Me Something Good. In our first lesson, we turn to the Gospel of Matthew 9:9-13 as we hear . . . "Good News for Sinners". In this lesson, we see: Jesus is for sinners. This is good news to all who are sick of their sin. Jesus is the Great Physician who is the cure for what truly ails us. Therefore, we can believe the good news that Jesus loves to show mercy to sinners. So, let’s entrust our ultimate care to the Great Physician, Jesus. 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 Numbers 6:22-27 to hear . . . "A Blessing from the LORD". In this lesson, we learn that . . . We find our peace in the blessings of God. So we can take peace in the blessings of our mighty and loving Savior. 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 part of our Christmas series, What Child Is This? This week, we turn to the Gospel of Matthew 1:18-25 to hear the proclamation of . . . "Jesus, Immanuel". In this lesson, we see: Jesus is Immanuel. The name “Immanuel” means “God with us.” This name indicates several things: Jesus is God “in the flesh.” Jesus is always with his people by the presence of the Holy Spirit. Jesus is not only the God who is with us; he is the God who is for us. Therefore, we ought to believe in and celebrate Jesus as Immanuel.. So, let’s find great joy in the God who is with us, Jesus, our Immanuel. 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 third part of our Christmas series, What Child Is This? This week, we turn one more time to the Gospel of Matthew 1:1 to hear the proclamation of . . . "Jesus, the Son of Abraham". In this lesson, we see: Jesus is the Son of Abraham. Not only does this title indicate Jesus is a descendent of Abraham, it also indicates he is the fulfillment of the promises made to Abraham. These Jesus-fulfilled promises made to Abraham can be summarized as offspring, land, and blessing. Therefore, we ought to believe in and celebrate Jesus as the Son of Abraham. So, let’s find great joy in the Savior who blesses the world, Jesus, the Son of Abraham. 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 second part of our new Christmas series, What Child Is This? This week, we turn to the Gospel of Matthew 1:1 to hear the proclamation of . . . "Jesus, the Son of David". In this lesson, we see: Jesus is the Son of David. The designation “Son of David” points to Jesus as the ultimate King of kings. As the ultimate King, Jesus will restore and renew all creation. Therefore, we ought to believe in and celebrate Jesus as the Son of David. So, let’s find great joy in the King of kings, Jesus, the Son of David. 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 Christmas series, What Child Is This? In our first lesson, we turn to the Gospel of Matthew 1:1 to hear the proclamation of . . . "Jesus, the Christ". In this lesson, we see: Jesus is the Christ. The word “Christ” is the equivalent of the word Messiah, and both words mean “anointed one.” Jesus was anointed by the Holy Spirit to deliver sinful people from their sin. Therefore, we ought to believe in and celebrate Jesus as the Christ. So, let’s find great joy in our Deliverer, Jesus, the Christ. You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net. Find us on social media at @WPCSumter.