THIS SUNDAY

June 21, 2026

Rev. Adam Spore, 8:30 am Traditional Worship

& 11:15 am Modern Worship

Rev. Val Stewart, 11:00 am Traditional Worship

 

We have no trouble asking God to forgive us. It is forgiving the person who hurt us — or wronged us, or disappointed us, or maybe just got under our skin — where things get complicated. This week, we land on the final lines of the Lord's Prayer and wrestle with what it really means to pray them honestly. Because a posture of grace toward others is not just a nice idea. According to Jesus, it is inseparable from the grace we ourselves have received.

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  • Have you ever felt the tension between what you know you should do and what you actually do?
    In James 3:13-4:8a, we are challenged to examine the gap between wisdom and our own selfish desires. Why is it so hard to resist that inner pull towards conflict and envy? This Sunday, Dr. Kevin Tully will explore this struggle, and how the wisdom from above offers a way to real peace and justice—if we are willing to let go of our excuses and surrender to God.

    Join us as we reflect on how to make space for God's presence in our daily decisions in Dr. Kevin Tully's sermon, "I'd Like To, But..."


  • Modern
    Do we truly understand the impact of what we say?
    In James 3:2-12, we’re reminded that our tongue, though small, can set the course of our lives, for better or worse. Like a tiny spark that can ignite a vast forest, our words hold the power to inspire or wound. Can we tame this restless tongue and choose to speak life into every situation?

    Join us as discover how our speech shapes not only our world but also our very souls in Rev. Val Stewart's sermon "The Power of Words."


  • Traditional

    Have you ever thought about the power you hold in your words?
    Imagine having a secret superpower—one that can either heal or hurt, build up or tear down. In this week's sermon, we’ll explore James 3:2-12 and the profound impact of our tongues. How often do our words bring life and encouragement, and how often do they cause harm and division?

    Join us as we discover how to harness this incredible power for good in Dr. Kevin Tully's sermon, "Your Secret Superpower."


  • Have you ever found yourself wondering if God is truly listening, especially when the silence feels deafening?
    In those moments of desperation, when you’ve tried everything but nothing seems to change, it’s easy to question whether even God cares. This Sunday, we’ll explore the story of a Canaanite woman who refused to give up, even when it seemed like Jesus himself was turning her away. What does it mean to have a faith that persists, that keeps crying out when it seems no one is listening?

    Join us as we delve into the depths of unwavering faith and discover the power of persistence in the face of silence in Dr. Kevin Tully's sermon, “Nevertheless, She Persisted."


  • Traditional
    Have you ever felt like you could go through life without anyone’s help? That being a ‘rock’ or an ‘island’ might protect you from pain?
    Paul Simon sang it, but God tells us a different story: ‘It is not good that the man should be alone.’ In a world where screens replace human connection, loneliness is rising, and community feels optional, we need to ask ourselves: Are we living as God intended?

    Join us as we explore the power of connection, community, and why we’re not meant to do this life alone in Dr. Kevin Tully's sermon, “Paul Simon Sang It, But I Never Believed It."


  • Modern
    Have you ever wondered what it means to truly see beauty in a world that feels increasingly gray and monotonous?
    This Sunday, we’re exploring the vivid love poems of Song of Songs, a book that challenges us to look beyond the ordinary and rediscover passion, intimacy, and hope. In a world where productivity often trumps personal connection, could God’s vision of love offer us a fresh, vibrant alternative?

    Join us this Sunday as we uncover what it means to live as “foolish romantics” in a world that desperately needs a touch of color and grace in Seth Jones' sermon, "A Foolish Romantic."


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