Parkside Church Westside Sermons

Advent from the Parables

In Matthew 24–25, Jesus’s parables reveal the true meaning of Advent—not a sentimental countdown to Christmas, but a season of formation that begins in darkness and leads to faithful living. Through the parables Jesus teaches that faithful...

The Parable of the Sheep and the Goats

In Matthew 25:31–46, Jesus describes the final judgment as a moment of stunning accountability, surprise, and separation. When the Son of Man returns in glory, he will divide humanity as a shepherd separates sheep from goats—not by fame, success, or...

The Parable of the Talents

In Matthew 25:14–30, Jesus tells the parable of the talents to show how disciples are to live faithfully in the time between his first and second coming. A master entrusts vast sums of money to his servants—an image of Christ’s extraordinary trust in...

The Parable of the Wise and Foolish Virgins

In Matthew 25:1–13, Jesus tells the parable of the wise and foolish virgins to teach the necessity of readiness for his return. Ten young women await the bridegroom, but only five bring extra oil for their lamps, prepared for delay. When the groom...

Anger and Mercy

In Jonah 4:1–4, Jonah’s anger exposes a heart resistant to God’s mercy. God’s compassion toward Nineveh should have led to worship, but instead it revealed Jonah’s pride and self-righteousness. This passage reminds us that God’s mercy tests our...