In Pastor Thomas Steele's sermon "Wounds," part of the series "From Wounds to Worship," he underscores the universality of woundedness, whether physical, emotional, or mental. He implores his listeners to channel their suffering towards Jesus, emphasizing the healing potential of faithful submission. Through the biblical narrative of the woman suffering from bleeding in Mark 5:24-34, he points out her desperate but persistent faith in Jesus, culminating in her ultimate healing. Thomas-Steele insists on the need for relinquishing any fears or hindrances that curtail our pursuit of Jesus, urging us to aggressively seek Him with our brokenness. The crux of the sermon is the encouragement to submit our brokenness to Jesus and to wholeheartedly seek Him.
wounds.
March 10, 2024 • Pastor Thomas-Steele Carr • Mark 5:24–34, Romans 5:3–4, Psalm 31, Psalm 39
tests.
May 26, 2024 • Pastor Thomas-Steele Carr • Psalm 105:19
"Imagine being thrown into a pit by your own brothers, sold into slavery, falsely accused, and imprisoned—seemingly abandoned by everyone and everything you hold dear. Yet, in the depths of his darkest days, Joseph find himself a living example of a profound truth: God often uses trials to shape us into the people we are destined to be. Today, we dive into Joseph's story and Psalm 105:19 to uncover how our most challenging moments are not just tests, but divine tools used by God to reveal the genuineness of our faith and refine our character for His greater purpose."
scars.
May 19, 2024 • Pastor Thomas-Steele Carr • Luke 24:37–43, John 20:19–23
"Every scar has a story. As we look at the scars on Jesus' hands and feet, we see more than just the wounds of crucifixion; we see the incredible story of our redemption. These marks tell of the unimaginable love that brings us joy, the profound peace that surpasses understanding, and the healing that restores our souls. Today, let’s explore the powerful narrative behind these sacred scars and discover the wondrous story they tell of our Savior’s love and grace."
distractions.
May 5, 2024 • Pastor Thomas-Steele Carr • Luke 10:38–42
"In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, it's easy to use work as a distraction, avoiding the deeper issues and hurts that linger within us. But what if we're missing out on the most important thing? In Luke 10, Martha busied herself with tasks while Mary chose to sit at Jesus' feet. Today, we'll explore how we, too, can break free from our busyness and distractions with which we're worrying ourselves, and find true rest and restoration by prioritizing time with Jesus, allowing Him to heal the hurts we've been neglecting."