THIS SUNDAY

August 2, 2026

Rev. Adam Spore, 8:30 & 11:00 am Traditional Worship

Rev. Val Stewart, 11:15 am Modern Worship

 

Church membership vs. discipleship — are they the same thing? (Hint: one comes with a country club card. The other comes with responsibility. 

This Sunday, we're looking at the feeding of the 5,000 in Luke 9, a moment when Jesus could have easily done it all himself but instead turned to his disciples and said, "You feed them." That charge still applies to us today.

Join us Aug 9, as we talk about what it really means to be made, equipped, and sent as disciples of Jesus.

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  • Have you ever meant to do something kind, but never gotten around to it? In Sunday's message, we’ll hear about a time when my neighbor was moving, but I didn’t know why until it was too late. In the Bible, Mary showed her love for Jesus in a big way, and some people thought she wasted her time and money. But what if waiting too long is the real waste? Join us as we talk about love, generosity, and why some things just can’t wait.


  • This Sunday Pastor Tully preaches live in Modern Worship. Join us as we dive into a message of reconciliation and forgiveness. Paul reminds us that when we are in Christ, we are made new, leaving our past behind and embracing God’s forgiveness. As we walk through Lent, we are called to follow Christ’s example by forgiving others and offering peace, just as He did. This is the heart of living in the Kingdom of God – a place where grace and love flow freely. Join us as we explore how to make this new reality a part of our daily lives.


  • We all create images of what our lives will be like - now and in the future. However, sometimes we have to give up on what we thought our lives would be like.  Life happens.  Things change.  Join Rev. Teresa Krueger (retired clergy and church member) as she explores what happens when we are forced to move away from our pre-conceived ideas of how things should be. Oftentimes, we realize that when we give up expectations, it draws us closer to God. Yet, while it may be good to let go of some things, we should never give up on our faith or Jesus.


  • Have you ever wondered, "When is enough, enough?" We all face moments where we question how long to keep trying, keep forgiving, or keep holding on. Jesus' parable of the fig tree challenges us to think about second chances, timing, and when to take action. God calls us to love and forgive, but also to recognize when it’s time to let go. Join us this Sunday as we explore what it means to trust God’s wisdom in knowing when to keep trying and when to step back.


  • Modern Worship Sermon Overview
    Have you ever had a moment that completely surprised you—in the best way? Maybe it was a kind word, a beautiful sunset, or an unexpected answer to a prayer that made you stop and say, “Wow, that just made my day!” God is always at work in our lives, showing up in ways we never expect. This Sunday, join Pastor Val in our Modern Worship service. Let’s open our eyes, ears, and hearts to the promise of life Jesus offers—because when we do, we’ll find more hope, joy, and purpose than we ever imagined!


  • Traditional Worship Sermon Overview
    Following Jesus isn’t a scenic drive on a wide, easy highway. It’s more like a winding, narrow road—challenging, unpredictable, and sometimes uncomfortable. If we’re being honest, we’d probably prefer a smoother route, one with plenty of rest stops and clear signs telling us exactly what to expect. But Jesus never promised an easy road; He just promised that He would walk it with us.

    This Sunday, join Pastor Tully as he talks about what it means to stay on that road, even when it feels difficult—because the destination is worth it.


Our Pastor

Hey there! Thank you for visiting our sermon page.  Pastor Val Stewart and I hope to see you in person in one of our three live worship services each Sunday.  First UMC Waxahachie is a place where we treat one another as family.  If you are looking to visit us for the first time, click the Plan A Visit button below and we'll make sure to help you come and worship God together.

 

Grace and Peace, 

Pastor Adam Spore