Grenola UMC Sermons

Jesus steps into the lives of the broken, the overlooked, and the unlikely — and suddenly what was hidden becomes clear. Like the man born blind, we all have a story of God opening our eyes, revealing what He sees rather than what the world sees. He works on the heart, brings light into darkness, and turns ordinary people into living testimonies of His grace. Join us as Pastor Kenny unpacks how Christ opens blind eyes and transforms the lives of those who trust Him.

Scripture
John 9:1‑41
1 Samuel 16:1‑13
Isaiah 42:1‑8
Ephesians 5:8‑17

Jesus meets a weary world with a promise: there is a water that never runs dry. The Holy Spirit becomes the gift that refreshes, restores, and lifts the weight we were never meant to carry. From the wilderness to the well, God shows Himself as the One who provides, the One who is near, and the One who pours out His presence on all who will receive. Join us as Pastor Kenny unpacks this living water and the life it brings.

Scripture
John 4:1‑42
John 7:37‑39
John 14:16‑17
John 16:7‑14
Isaiah 10:27
Jeremiah 49:34‑39
Exodus 17:1‑6

Nicodemus came searching for answers, but what Jesus offered was far more than an explanation; it was a new beginning. The gift of new birth opens our eyes to what is true, exposing what only looks like light and revealing the love that God has been writing into His story since Abraham. In a world where many speak for God but few reflect His heart, Jesus calls us back to Himself — to listen to His words, to walk in His truth, and to love as He loved. Join us as Pastor Kenny unpacks this gift and the life it invites us into.

Scripture
John 3:1‑18
Genesis 12:1‑4
Isaiah 5:19‑21

When the enemy whispers that God is against us, the gospel tells a different story. Jesus meets a broken world with mercy, not condemnation. Through Him we are made righteous and sent to reflect His heart to those who don’t yet believe. In a world full of confusion and counterfeit voices, His compassion remains the clearest truth we have. Join us as Pastor Kenny unpacks what it means to live out Christ’s love in a hurting world.

Scripture
Matthew 9:32‑38
Acts 3:1‑21
Galatians 3:1‑14
Romans 5:12‑19

A moment on the mountain changes everything. Jesus shines with a glory no one else can match, revealing the One who meets us in our fear, shapes us through our struggles, and transforms us from the inside out. When we finally admit our brokenness, His compassion breaks through in ways we never expect. Join us as Pastor Kenny unpacks this glimpse of Christ’s true glory and what it means for us today.

Scripture
Matthew 17:1‑13
2 Peter 1:16‑21
1 John 1:1‑10
Romans 8:1‑32

Jesus is not merely a teacher—He is God with us, the Word made flesh whose life and sacrifice open the way to forgiveness and new life. This week Pastor Kenny traces the Scriptures that show the unity of Jesus and the Father and calls us to respond not with self‑righteousness but by reflecting Christ: to be salt that enriches the world and light that shines into its darkness. Receive the free gift of His righteousness. Let Jesus walk with you and live out His grace so the world can see God in you.

Scripture
Matthew 5:13-20
John 3:17-21
John 8:12
John 12:35-36
John 12:44
Isaiah 60:1-3
Isaiah 41:22-29
Isaiah 45:15-23
Philippians 2:5-11
Matthew 11:25-30
John 14:1-9
John 8:1-12

Jesus’ teaching turns our expectations upside down — blessing found in hardship, strength revealed in humility, and love extended even to our enemies. This week, Pastor Kenny shares how God’s wisdom calls us not only to hear His Word but to live it, trusting that His comfort meets us in every circumstance. When we walk in the “perfect law of liberty,” we discover a life shaped by grace, obedience, and a love that reflects Christ Himself.

Scripture
Matthew 5:1‑12
1 Corinthians 1:18‑31
James 1:16‑25

Following Jesus means learning to walk where the Spirit leads — even when the path is challenging. This week, Pastor Kenny reflects on how Christ relied on God’s Word in moments of testing, how the early believers grounded everything in Scripture, and how the Spirit forms His people to love God, love others, and bear good fruit. When we stay surrendered and attentive, the Spirit guides us, strengthens us, and keeps our hearts aligned with His will.

Scripture
Luke 4:1‑15
Deuteronomy 8:3
Deuteronomy 6:13‑16
Zechariah 4:6
Galatians 5:14‑26
Acts 8:26‑37

Scripture shows the Spirit moving in many ways—like wind, like fire, like water—but at Jesus’ baptism, He appears as a dove, a sign of peace and new beginnings. This week, Pastor Susan reflects on how God meets us in seasons that feel overwhelming or hopeless, much like the flood in Noah’s day, and how His Spirit brings renewal, comfort, and the promise of a fresh start.

Scripture
Matthew 3:13‑17

God’s Word is more than a book on a shelf — it is living, active, and still transforming hearts today. This week, Pastor Kenny reminds us that the foundation of our faith is that the Word became flesh, dwelt among us, and gave His life for our salvation. When we open Scripture, we encounter the God who speaks, who moves, and who now lives within His people.

Scripture
John 1:1‑18
Isaiah 55:10‑11