Kern Talks
A podcast from Kern Church. Listen to messages straight from our services. Kern Church hopes to help people gain direction and support in their spiritual lives.
Welcome to Kern Talks, the podcast where we share weekly sermons from Kern Church. We are passionate about sharing the message of God’s love and grace with our congregation and beyond. Each episode of Kern Talks brings you a powerful and inspiring sermon that will encourage you to deepen your faith and explore what it means to live a life of purpose and meaning. Join us on this journey as we explore the timeless truths of the Bible and seek to apply them to our daily lives. Whether you’re a Christian or simply curious about what it means to follow Christ, Kern Talks is the podcast for you.
Sunday Apr 07, 2024
Sunday Apr 07, 2024
Sunday Apr 07, 2024
This week, Pastor Will reflects on the challenges of social anxiety and isolation exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. He gives personal experiences of going shopping during the early pandemic days and the eerie silence in stores. Drawing from the biblical story of Thomas, Will emphasizes Jesus's message of peace and belonging in community. He encourages listeners to reach out to others and extend invitations to belong, echoing the church's mission of fostering community and making a difference. Pastor Will concludes with an invitation for those seeking belonging and peace to accept faith in Jesus.
Sunday Mar 31, 2024
Sunday Mar 31, 2024
Sunday Mar 31, 2024
From Pastor Will's new sermon series "Where Everybody Knows Your Name".
Pastor Will delves into his personal experience with social media and its impact on feelings of belonging and loneliness. He reflects on the curated nature of online content, which often portrays only the highlights of people's lives, leading to feelings of inadequacy and exclusion. Drawing parallels to the loneliness epidemic, Pastor Will emphasizes the importance of belonging and community, highlighting the biblical story of Mary Magdalene's encounter with Jesus after his resurrection. Mary's experience emphasizes the transformative power of hearing one's name spoken by Jesus and Pastor Will invites people to turn toward Jesus for belonging and hope. He concludes with a prayer for those who feel called to turn to Jesus and encourages them to take a step forward in faith.
Sunday Mar 24, 2024
Sunday Mar 24, 2024
Sunday Mar 24, 2024
Pastor Will explores the significance of Palm Sunday in the Christian tradition and reflects on Jesus' final entry into Jerusalem. He encourages listeners to focus on their walk with God and explores the fifth essential practice of the Christian life: sharing. Drawing from biblical teachings, Pastor Will emphasizes the importance of sharing one's faith and the transformative power of Jesus' life and death, highlighted by Jesus' own acts of sharing throughout his ministry, culminating in his crucifixion and resurrection. He invites listeners to embrace their mission of sharing the good news with others. Palm Sunday serves as a reminder of Jesus' call to discipleship and sharing the message of God's love and forgiveness with the world. Who are you sharing with?
Sunday Mar 10, 2024
Sunday Mar 10, 2024
Sunday Mar 10, 2024
This sermon delves into the topic of money and its relationship with spiritual growth. Using personal anecdotes from tax season, Pastor Will reflects on the significance of money in their life and spiritual journey. Drawing from biblical examples, such as King Solomon and Jesus' teachings, the sermon explores how money can either hinder or enhance spiritual growth. Emphasizing the joy and fulfillment found in generosity, Will encourages listeners to adopt generous habits in daily life and consider giving back to God. Practical steps, like creating a plan for giving or performing five acts of generosity each month, are suggested to deepen spiritual growth through generosity. The sermon concludes with the story of Zacchaeus, illustrating the transformative power of generosity in one's spiritual journey.
Sunday Mar 03, 2024
Sunday Mar 03, 2024
Sunday Mar 03, 2024
Pastor Will uses the metaphor of a toddler learning to walk to explore the concept of spiritual growth, emphasizing the importance of listening to God, drawing parallels between recognizing a parent's voice and recognizing God's voice. He discusses general revelation through nature and specific revelation through the Bible, highlighting the importance of studying scripture to understand God's character. Pastor Will gives practical advice for reading the Bible, encouraging listeners to read slowly, consistently, and reflectively. Two next steps are offered: reading five verses a day or reading the book of John one chapter a day until Easter, inviting everyone to take a step towards deeper spiritual growth through intentional study of the Bible.
Sunday Feb 25, 2024
Sunday Feb 25, 2024
Sunday Feb 25, 2024
Join us in listening to this message from Steve Pawel. From Kern Church's service on February 25, 2024.
Sunday Feb 18, 2024
Sunday Feb 18, 2024
Sunday Feb 18, 2024
Pastor Will begins with a personal anecdote about a doctor's visit, segueing into the idea that facing reality, whether in health or finances, is crucial for growth. He parallels physical health checkups with spiritual health evaluations, emphasizing the need for spiritual growth. Lent is introduced as a time for spiritual focus, inviting listeners to explore different practices. Worship is highlighted as the first practice, defined as honoring God rather than personal preference or entertainment. Drawing from Psalms and early Christian practices, worship's communal and transformative nature is emphasized. Pastor Will concludes with a call to prioritize regular worship attendance and daily prayer as steps toward spiritual growth, encouraging listeners to participate in a church-wide prayer campaign.
Sunday Feb 11, 2024
Sunday Feb 11, 2024
Sunday Feb 11, 2024
In this message, Pastor Will addresses the prevalent division in society, using a recent snowstorm response as an example. He highlights how political differences lead to polarization, affecting public discourse and personal relationships. Drawing from a Pew Research Center study, they emphasize that political divisions are increasingly seen as differences in core American values rather than policy disagreements. Instead of delving into specific political debates, Pastor Will offers hope rooted in Jesus' teachings, recounting a story where Jesus transcends societal divides to offer unity. He challenges listeners to embody Jesus' message of love and unity, advocating for humility in holding political beliefs and engaging with others to foster genuine community. Ultimately, Pastor Will calls for choosing the path of community and love in Jesus over succumbing to societal division, suggesting that individuals of faith can offer an alternative marked by unity and love.
Sunday Feb 04, 2024
Sunday Feb 04, 2024
Sunday Feb 04, 2024
In this sermon, the focus is on prayer—a spiritual practice that transcends religious boundaries and is prevalent in American culture. Despite its ubiquity, many people struggle with prayer, whether due to lack of focus, confidence, or faith. Drawing inspiration from Jesus' life, Pastor Will explores prayer as not just an action but a way of life. Through various examples from Jesus' own prayer life, listeners are encouraged to view prayer as an ongoing conversation with God, integral to navigating life's uncertainties and challenges. Will offers three simple steps—keep it simple, keep it real, keep it up—as practical tools for integrating prayer into daily living. By embracing prayer as a way of life, individuals can experience a deeper connection with God and a greater sense of grace amidst life's precariousness.
Sunday Jan 28, 2024
Sunday Jan 28, 2024
Sunday Jan 28, 2024
In this sermon, Pastor Will reflects on the recent snowstorm and invites listeners to participate in a present-moment census by saying "I'm here." They delve into the pervasive issue of mind-wandering, exploring how thoughts often stray to the past or future, robbing individuals of true presence and happiness. Through anecdotes and biblical teachings, he emphasizes the importance of living in the moment, drawing inspiration from Jesus' example of being fully present with those around him. Pastor Will challenges listeners to break free from the "when-then" and "what-if" mindset, urging them to embrace each day as a gift from God. Offering a simple prayer—"God, give me today"—as a tool to anchor the mind in the present, his sermon concludes with a call to live one's best days now by experiencing the richness of the present moment.
A podcast from Kern Church. Listen to messages straight from our services. Kern Church hopes to help people gain direction and support in their spiritual lives.