Sermons – Freshwater Community Church
363 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsWelcome to the weekly sermon podcast of Freshwater Community Church in Wadsworth, Ohio, led by Senior Pastor Scott Brooks. For more information about who we are as a body of believers and what we believe, visit thefreshwater.church or download the My Freshwater Church app. Our Sunday service times are 8:45 am and 10:30 am.
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The Disadvantage of the Wise Life | Ecclesiastes | Norm Pond | September 25
September 26, 2022 19:41 - 36 minutes - 50.4 MBThe teacher of Ecclesiastes teaches that all that we can do is in our life is futility or vanity. What do we do with that? Is our life meant to be completely futile, meaningless, or like wrestling with the wind? Is there something more? And what do we do when wise living has the same […]
Pleasures | Ecclesiastes | Josh Raines | September 18
September 18, 2022 15:49 - 37 minutes - 50.8 MBLast week we learned the Hebrew word, Hebel, and how it represents vanity, futility, and meaninglessness. The teacher of Ecclesiastes teaches that all that we can do is in our life is futility or vanity. What do we do with that? Is our life meant to be completely futile, meaningless, or like wrestling with the […]
Vanity | Ecclesiastes | Sean Homan | September 11
September 15, 2022 20:33 - 32 minutes - 44.9 MBWhen we look at life from a human standpoint, all seems like vanity. Nothing seems to last. Everything seems meaningless. What do we do with that feeling? How do we engage that reality? Pastor Sean kicks off our series in the book of Ecclesiastes.
Kingship | Psalms | Sean Homan | September 4
September 06, 2022 21:54 - 37 minutes - 52.1 MBJesus is the King of kings. He is out in front of us and the victory is His. Join Pastor Sean as he leads us into Psalm 2 and finishes our series in the book of Psalms.
Wisdom | Psalms | Norm Pond | August 28
August 28, 2022 15:57 - 40 minutesAre we like the wicked who walk in sin, who stand among those opposed to God, who sits (planted) in opposition to God? Or do we draw our very life from God, like a tree planted next to a river? Let us draw wisdom and take delight in God’s word as we join Norm Pond […]
Praise | Psalms | Jake Poole | August 21
August 22, 2022 17:41 - 40 minutes - 55.7 MBDo you know what you created for? You were made to praise God. While it’s easy to harden our heart in this life, regular praise keeps our heart soft before God. Join us as we explore Psalm 95 in our series in the book of Psalms.
Thanksgiving | Psalms | Sean Homan | August 14
August 15, 2022 20:57 - 22 minutes - 30.5 MBWhat are you grateful for? We each have a million things for which we could thank God. The question: will we choose to? Join us as we continue our series in the book of Psalms with a message on thankfulness.
Remembrance | Psalms | Josh Raines | August 7
August 08, 2022 18:26 - 39 minutes - 53.9 MBWe are all living in a story. What story do I believe in–about myself, about the world, and about our God? Join us as we continue our new series in the book of Psalms with a message on remembering God’s goodness.
Confidence | Psalms | Sean Homan | July 31
August 04, 2022 19:11 - 34 minutes - 47.6 MBWe put our hope and confidence in many things. When we are driving down the road, we have confidence that our brakes will work when we need them. But what happens when our confidence is shaken? Join us as we kick off our new series in the book of Psalms with a message on finding […]
Lost Perspective | Overboard Series | Book of Jonah | Mike Stark | July 24
July 24, 2022 15:38 - 33 minutes - 49.8 MBWhat happens when we lose site of the fact that we live in God’s story and not our own? If we lose that perspective, we become like Jonah, off track with God’s good plan. Join Mike Stark as he finishes our series in the book of Jonah.
It’s Not Your Story | Overboard Series | Book of Jonah | Mike Stark | July 24
July 24, 2022 15:38 - 33 minutesWhat happens when we lose site of the fact that we live in God’s story and not our own? If we lose that perspective, we become like Jonah, off track with God’s good plan. Join Mike Stark as he finishes our series in the book of Jonah.
True Repentance | Overboard Series | Book of Jonah | Mike Stark | July 17
July 18, 2022 14:13 - 33 minutes - 45.5 MBWhat happens when we truly repent–when we change our mind to think as God does? God accepts our repentance, and he accepts us. Join Mike Stark as he continues our series in the book of Jonah.
Humbled | Overboard Series | Book of Jonah | Brian Hogan | July 10
July 11, 2022 19:33 - 43 minutes - 59.5 MBWhat do we do when we have run from the call of God? We have two choices: keep running or return to God. Jonah, in the belly of a fish, humbles himself before God. Join us as Brian Hogan continues our series, Overboard.
Jonah | Going Overboard in Disobedience | Sean Homan | July 3
July 03, 2022 15:39 - 27.7 MBToday we read how God called Jonah (and us) to reach out to a lost people. Will you go overboard in your disobedience, or will you go overboard in your commitment to God’s call for you?
Overboard In Obedience | Overboard Series | Book of Jonah | Sean Homan | July 3
July 03, 2022 15:39 - 42 minutes - 27.7 MBToday we read how God called Jonah (and us) to reach out to a lost people. Will you go overboard in your disobedience, or will you go overboard in your commitment to God’s call for you?
The Life of God In Us | Jesus Next Door | Bruce Farley | June 26
June 30, 2022 18:11 - 42 minutes - 58.5 MBWe carry the life of God within us everywhere that we go. And we have the opportunity to share His life with those around us. Will you?
Slow Down and See | Jesus Next Door | Josh Raines | June 19
June 20, 2022 14:26 - 35 minutes - 48.4 MBIn the hurry around us, we must slow down and see those in our path in order to bring God’s kingdom to earth. Josh Raines continues our series, Jesus Next Door.
Great Commission | Jesus Next Door | Clint Adams | June 12
June 12, 2022 15:12What if our neighbor lived next door to Jesus? How might he impact their lives just by being near them? Could we do the same? Clint Adams continues our new series, Jesus Next Door.
So Far | Jesus Next Door | Jake Poole | June 12
June 12, 2022 15:12 - 51.9 MBIn a world starving for grace and peace, we have much to offer. Clint Adams continues our new series, Jesus Next Door.
So Far | Jesus Next Door | Clint Adams | June 12
June 12, 2022 15:12 - 37 minutes - 51.9 MBIn a world starving for grace and peace, we have much to offer. Clint Adams continues our new series, Jesus Next Door.
Great Commission | Jesus Next Door | Norm Pond | June 5
June 06, 2022 14:22 - 36 minutes - 50 MBWhat if our neighbor lived next door to Jesus? How might he impact their lives just by being near them? Could we do the same? Norm Pond kicks off our new series, Jesus Next Door.
Legacy | What God Says About | Sean Homan | May 29
May 31, 2022 18:06 - 23 minutes - 32.8 MBHow do we leave a lasting legacy in the Kingdom of God? Pastor Sean teaches that we are each called, no matter our age or maturity, to mentor others in the faith, and that this investment in others leaves a lasting change.
Youthfulness | What God Says About | Justin Sovine | May 22
May 23, 2022 21:19 - 21 minutes - 29.7 MBWhat is it like to be young in this culture and this age? The pressures are many, but God is the same. Justin Sovine encourages us all to know God’s truth and invite others to guide us along.
Manhood | What God Says About | Neil Clark | May 15
May 15, 2022 15:35 - 19 minutes - 45.5 MBWhat influences your picture of what manhood should be? Is your view formed by magazines, movie icons, or culture? Join us today as Neil leads us in learning more about true manhood and how God defines it through His word.
Womanhood | What God Says About | Cindy Mast | May 8
May 09, 2022 10:19 - 19 minutes - 26.5 MBBeing a Biblical woman is much more than simply playing a role. Women are invited into the presence of Christ himself–to sit at His feet, to hear His voice, and to respond to what He says.
Jesus At The Intersection Of Our Response | Intersection Series | Sean Homan | May 1
May 02, 2022 19:04 - 27 minutes - 37.4 MBWhy do Christians get baptized and partake of communion? Join Pastor Sean as he teaches on these ordinances.
Jesus At The Intersection Of Our Lives | Intersection Series | Len Maher | April 24
April 25, 2022 17:16 - 39 minutes - 54.4 MBWhen Jesus intersects our life, it is a call to sacrifice all other affections in order to love him to the fullest. Relationships, possessions, dreams–even good things can get in the way of loving Jesus with our whole heart. Pastor Len teaches us that loving Jesus leads to painful sacrifice, but it’s worth it.
EASTER | Intersection Series | Len Maher | April 17
April 19, 2022 16:55 - 46 minutes - 63.4 MBAt Easter, Jesus intersects with our deepest places of death and offers us abundant life. He is the Gardener at the Tomb, turning graves into gardens. Pastor Len leads us to see the goodness and love of God in our places of brokenness.
Jesus In The Intersection | Intersection Series | Brian Hogan | April 10
April 11, 2022 15:34 - 41 minutes - 56.9 MBOn Palm Sunday, Jesus entered Jerusalem, approaching the most important intersection in the history of humanity: the Cross. Join Brian Hogan as he teaches on Jesus’ love for us at the Cross.
The Gospel Goes Forward | The Acts Movement | Sean Homan | April 3
April 06, 2022 14:58 - 42 minutes - 62.8 MBThe Gospel will always continue to move forward, no matter the pressures around us. Do you know your role in the continuing mission? Where is God calling you to go? Join Pastor Sean as we wrap up our series in the book of Acts.
Culture Around Us | The Acts Movement | Len Maher | March 27
March 28, 2022 21:09 - 42 minutes - 58.5 MBHow would Jesus approach our modern-day culture? Would he condemn people? Would he avoid them? Or would he reach out? Join Pastor Len as he explores Paul’s approach to culture at Mars Hill in the book of Acts.
The Identity of the Church | The Acts Movement | Clint Adams | March 20
March 21, 2022 20:05 - 41 minutes - 56.3 MBWho is the Church? And what are we called by God to do and be in this world? Join Clint Adams as we continue our series in the book of Acts.
The Acts Movement | Josh Raines | March 13
March 13, 2022 13:45 - 40.7 MBToday we learn in Acts that the good news of Jesus Christ was for the Jews, but it was not exclusive to them. Over two thousand years later, we can still witness and take part in the growth of God’s kingdom through the sharing of Jesus Christ. Join Josh Raines as we continue our series […]
Plot Twist | The Acts Movement | Josh Raines | March 13
March 13, 2022 13:45 - 32 minutes - 40.7 MBToday we learn in Acts that the good news of Jesus Christ was for the Jews, but it was not exclusive to them. Over two thousand years later, we can still witness and take part in the growth of God’s kingdom through the sharing of Jesus Christ. Join Josh Raines as we continue our series […]
Standing in the Way | Paul Huneycutt | March 6
March 07, 2022 18:27 - 32 minutes - 44.9 MBAre you standing in the way of what God is doing or are you submitting and obeying in step with His movement? Join Paul Huneycutt, from Envision Cleveland, as he continues our series in the book of Acts.
Close But Different | The Acts Movement | Sean Homan | February 27
March 01, 2022 15:20 - 36 minutes - 50.2 MBWhat do we do when there are people in our life who are close to us, but they have drastic differences from us? How do we engage those who are different from us with the Gospel? Pastor Sean teaches on how to encounter social differences and still reach people for Christ.
Movement Means Suffering | The Acts Movement | Sean Homan | February 20
February 20, 2022 16:40 - 39 minutes - 54.7 MBWhat do you we do when we experience persecution because of our identity with Christ? The world might suggest that we fight back, give up, and even hide. Join us today as we look at how Paul and Silas responded to persecution for Christ’s sake.
When The Heart Grows Cold | The Acts Movement | Jake Poole | February 13
February 13, 2022 15:00 - 46 minutes - 63.9 MBWhat do you we do when our heart grows cold to someone that hurt us? Join us as we look at how Jesus responds to those that wound him and how we can, too.
Miracles | The Acts Movement | Norm Pond | February 6
February 07, 2022 21:00 - 31 minutes - 43.2 MBMiracles were a sign of the power of the church in Acts. Can miracles still happen today? Join us as Norm Pond teaches on God’s work through miracles then and now.
Accountability in Acts | The Acts Movement | Norm Pond | January 30
January 30, 2022 16:47 - 39 minutes - 53.8 MBAccountability is something that is difficult not just in our society but also at a personal level. God has commanded us to share the good news of Jesus with all peoples and all nations. Do you fear man’s response when you teach about Christ? Are you afraid to submit yourself to accountability within the church […]
Be Filled With The Spirit | The Acts Movement | Mike Stark | January 23
January 24, 2022 20:55 - 34 minutes - 47.9 MBWhat if God wanted to do incredible things through your life? What if He wanted to display his power through you? In the book of Acts, we see ordinary people being used by God–but only through the work of the Holy Spirit. Join us as Mike Stark teaches on the power of the Holy Spirit […]
Acts Intro | The Acts Movement (series) | Sean Homan | January 16
January 17, 2022 22:31 - 31 minutes - 43 MBWhat happens when God does powerful works through ordinary people? And could he do those same amazing works through us today? Join us as Pastor Sean kicks off our 12-week series in the book of Acts and find out how you can be part of the Acts Movement.
Freshwater Vision | Elders | January 9
January 10, 2022 21:03 - 40 minutes - 55 MBAs a community of believers at Freshwater, we seek to be a group of spirit-led, relational, authentic, and missional followers of Jesus. Our elders teach how we can grow into a life like this and how it brings glory to Christ.
The Reality Of Hope | Norm Pond | January 2
January 05, 2022 16:31 - 38 minutes - 52.4 MBDo you expect God to show up in your life and bless you and your family? It can be hard when we don’t sense it. But what has God promised? Norm Pond teaches from Hebrews 11 that we can expect God to move in our life.
The Hope of Waiting | Len Maher | December 19
December 20, 2021 20:23 - 31 minutes - 43.5 MBHave you ever felt stuck in a difficult season and maybe even got tired of waiting for the season to change? Pastor Len continues our Christmas series with a message titled: The Hope of Waiting.
Prophecy of Hope | Norm Pond | December 12
December 12, 2021 14:18 - 39 minutes - 33.3 MBNorm Pond kicks off our Christmas series today. In today’s message we hear how the prophet Isaiah prophesied that during a time of extreme darkness and gloom for Israel, a hope and light would appear.
Overwhelmed | Sean Homan | December 5
December 07, 2021 17:42 - 39 minutes - 53.7 MBSean Homan finishes our series in the book of John. In today’s message, we hear how Jesus restores Peter and it leads to overwhelmed worship.
Thankful for the Peace of Christ | Brian Hogan | November 28
November 28, 2021 16:02 - 41 minutes - 28.6 MBBrian Hogan continues our series in the Book of John. In today’s message we hear how Jesus breathes peace into our lives to encourage us, empower us, and give us purpose. All of this can happen as He purchased this peace through His death and resurrection.
The Kingdom Moves Forward | Dave Lane | November 21
November 22, 2021 18:24 - 41 minutes - 56.4 MBDave Lane (District Superintendent) reminds us that we are the church, and the Kingdom continues to move forward through us. Go be the church.
Brooks Farewell Service | November 14
November 15, 2021 17:23 - 1 hour - 147 MBIn this special service, we honor and say goodbye to Pastor Scott and his family.