Grenola UMC Sermons

Promise Fulfilled

On the evening of the resurrection, Jesus breathed the Holy Spirit upon His disciples and promised that greater power was still to come. Fifty days later, at Pentecost, that promise was fulfilled as the Spirit was poured out with wind, fire, and bold proclamation. From Moses’ longing for God’s Spirit on all people, to Joel’s prophecy of an outpouring in the last days, to Paul’s call to walk in unity and holiness, Scripture reveals one continuous story: God giving His Spirit to transform hearts and empower His people. Join us as Pastor Kenny traces the promise of the Spirit from the Old Testament to Pentecost and into the life of the church today. Scripture   John 20:19‑23 [https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=John%2020%3A19-23&version=KJV] Acts 1:4‑8 [https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Acts%201%3A4-8&version=KJV] Acts 2:1‑21 [https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Acts%202%3A1-21&version=KJV] Joel 2:27‑32 [https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Joel%202%3A27-32&version=KJV] Numbers 11:24‑29 [https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Numbers%2011%3A24-29&version=KJV] Ephesians 4:1‑32 [https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Ephesians%204%3A1-32&version=KJV]

Unity

On the night before the cross, Jesus prayed for His disciples — and for every believer who would come after them — asking the Father to make His people one. In a world divided by fear, hatred, and spiritual warfare, Jesus calls His church to a unity rooted not in sameness, but in love: love for God, love for one another, and love for a broken world. Through His Word and His Spirit, He strengthens us, protects us from the enemy, and sends us out as His witnesses. Join us as Pastor Kenny explores Jesus’ prayer in John 17 and the call to live in unity with Christ and with each other. Scripture   John 17 [https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=John%2017&version=KJV] 1 Peter 4:12‑14 [https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=1%20Peter%204%3A12-14&version=KJV] 1 Peter 5:7‑10 [https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=1%20Peter%205%3A7-10&version=KJV]

Promise of the Spirit

Jesus promised His disciples that He would not leave them alone, but would send the Comforter — the Holy Spirit — to dwell within them, guide them into truth, and remind them of everything He taught. This new covenant changes our hearts, shapes our lives, and empowers us to walk in love. Even when faith feels shaken, God’s Spirit strengthens, comforts, and leads us step by step. Join us as Pastor Kenny explores the gift of the Holy Spirit and the transforming work God does in all who believe. Scripture   John 14:15‑26 [https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=John%2014%3A15-26&version=KJV] John 16:7‑14 [https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=John%2016%3A7-14&version=KJV] Ezekiel 36:26‑27 [https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Ezekiel%2036%3A26-27&version=KJV] Jeremiah 31:31‑33 [https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Jeremiah%2031%3A31-33&version=KJV] Mark 12:28‑31 [https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Mark%2012%3A28-31&version=KJV] John 15:12 [https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=John%2015%3A12&version=KJV] 1 John 3:22‑24 [https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=1%20John%203%3A22-24&version=KJV] Romans 8:1‑28 [https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Romans%208%3A1-28&version=KJV]

The Way

Jesus comforts His disciples with the promise that He is the way, the truth, and the life — the only path to the Father. In a world full of confusion, deception, and competing voices, He calls us to keep our focus on Him, trust His Word, and walk in the wisdom God provides. Through the Holy Spirit, God writes His truth on our hearts, guides our steps, and strengthens us when faith feels shaken. Join us as Pastor Kenny reminds us that following Jesus is the path that leads to life. Scripture   John 14:1‑14 [https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=John%2014%3A1-14&version=KJV] John 10:7‑11 [https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=John%2010%3A7-11&version=KJV] Proverbs 9:10 [https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Proverbs%209%3A10&version=KJV] Proverbs 4:1‑18 [https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Proverbs%204%3A1-18&version=KJV]

Keep On Believing

On the evening of the resurrection, Jesus met His disciples in their fear and Thomas in his doubt, offering peace and the strength to believe. We face the same spiritual battles today, yet God calls us to hold fast, trust His Word, and keep our faith anchored in the risen Christ. Join us as Pastor Kenny encourages us to keep on believing, even when life gets hard. Scripture   John 20:19‑31 [https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=John%2020%3A19-31&version=KJV] 1 Peter 1:3‑9 [https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=1%20Peter%201%3A3-9&version=KJV] Acts 2:14, 22‑32 [https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Acts%202%3A14%2C%2022-32&version=KJV] Hebrews 11:6 [https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Hebrews%2011%3A6&version=KJV] 2 Timothy 4:1‑5 [https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=2%20Timothy%204%3A1-5&version=KJV]