Westminster Presbyterian Church Sumter SC

Join us as Stuart preaches his Easter sermon on Luke 24:13-53. He is risen indeed!

How does one know if you are a follower of Jesus? Stuart answers this as he continues his discipleship series by preaching on John 23:34-35.

Stuart finishes up his preaching on John 8:31-32. Do not forget his challenge of engaging with Jesus by going through the Gospel of John a chapter a day.

Continuing the series "I Will Follow Him," Stuart preaches on John 8::31-32. Also, respond to the call Stuart makes by engaging with God's Word. Read and pray through one chapter a day of the Gospel According to John.

Continuing our series "I Will Follow Him", Stuart revisits Luke 9:23-25 and preaches on pursuing the God who pursues us.

What does it mean to "take up your cross"? Stuart covers this difficult saying of Jesus. The passage for the sermon is Luke 9:23-25

We are continuing the series "I will Follow Him" with this week focusing on the extreme nature of being a follower of Christ. Join us as Stuart preaches on the passage of Luke 9:23-25.

We begin a new series titled I Will Follow Him. Join us as Stuart preaches on Luke 6:40 and Christians will grow to be like their Savior.

What do you do when a winter storm moves in and a conference has to be postponed? You worship of course! Listen in as Stuart preaches on 2 Peter 3:18.

Pastor Stuart closes the series "Deep and Wide" with a call to dive all the way in the love of Christ and experience the riches which can only be found in the love of the Savior. The passage today is Ephesians 3:14-19.

As we continue our series Deep and Wide, Stuart preaches on the role of discipleship in the Christian life. The passage for this morning is Matthew 28:18-20.

Pastor Stuart begins a new series titled Deep and Wide as he preaches from Colossians 1:28-29.

In the final sermon of the series One of Us, Assistant Pastor Nathan preaches through Philippians 2:1-11.

Pastor Stuart considers the question "Why the God Man?" in the third part of the series One of Us. The passage this morning is Hebrews 2:17

Join Pastor Stuart for the second sermon in the series, One of Us. Today, we look at Galatians 4:4-5 to hear a message . . . "Born Under the Law". In this message, we are encouraged by the fact that Jesus, the Son of God, was born under the law for us. Being under the law, at the very least, includes the idea that we must meet the demand or face the penalty. Jesus met all the demands of God's law. Those who trust in Jesus are freed from the law as law and adopted into God's family. So let's praise God for the gift of Jesus with our lips and with our lives. You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net. Join us Sunday Mornings at 10:30 a.m. at 230 Alice Drive, Sumter, SC. Find us on social media at @WPCSumter.

Join Pastor Stuart for the first sermon in the series, One of Us. Today, we look at John 1:1-14 to hear a message . . . "The Mystery of the Incarnation". In this message, we are encouraged to see the incarnation as a deeply profound and unfathomable mystery. At the same time, we need to understand that the incarnation is foundational to knowing God and experiencing salvation. The appropriate response to the mystery of the incarnation is awestruck worship. So let’s earnestly ponder the reality of Jesus, God in the flesh, that we would worship and adore him. You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net. Join us Sunday Mornings at 10:30 a.m. at 230 Alice Drive, Sumter, SC. Find us on social media at @WPCSumter.

Join Pastor Stuart for the ninth and final lesson in our series, High Hopes. Today, we look at 1 Peter 3:13-16 to hear a message . . . "Hope to be Shared". In this message, we are encouraged to always be ready to explain our hope in Christ. Here are some of the main points from the sermon: Being prepared begins and ends (and includes everything in-between) with Jesus. When we share our hope with others, we do so with gentleness and respect. We also want to make sure we have a good conscience when we give a reason for our hope. Let’s grow deeper in the hope we have in Christ and share that hope with others. You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net. Join us Sunday Mornings at 10:30 a.m. at 230 Alice Drive, Sumter, SC. Find us on social media at @WPCSumter.

Join Pastor Nathan for the eighth lesson in our series, High Hopes. Today, we look at Titus 2:11-14 to hear a message . . . "Waiting for the Blessed Hope". You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net. Join us Sunday Mornings at 10:30 a.m. at 230 Alice Drive, Sumter, SC. Find us on social media at @WPCSumter.

Join Pastor Stuart for the seventh lesson in our series, High Hopes. Today, we look at Colossians 1:24-27 to hear a message . . . "Christ in You, the Hope of Glory". In this message, we hear the following points: We are to find great encouragement in these seven words: Christ in you, the hope of glory. Christ dwells with and in his people by the Holy Spirit. The hope God promises in Christ is glory. Because Christ dwells in us by the Spirit, we who believe are guaranteed glory. These truths give us great confidence not simply for the future, but also for today. So let’s live in a way that demonstrates Christ lives in us and he is our hope of glory. You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net. Join us Sunday Mornings at 10:30 a.m. at 230 Alice Drive, Sumter, SC. Find us on social media at @WPCSumter.

Join Pastor Stuart for the sixth lesson in our series, High Hopes. Today, we look at 1 Peter 1:3-5 to hear a message . . . "A Living Hope". Today, we are reminded that: All who trust in Jesus have a living hope. This hope is “alive” because Jesus is alive. Because Jesus has been raised from the dead, we who believe have new life as well. This living hope contains the promise that we are guarded by God’s power for the glorious inheritance of our comprehensive salvation. So let’s live out this living hope we have in Christ. You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net. Join us Sunday Mornings at 10:30 a.m. at 230 Alice Drive, Sumter, SC. Find us on social media at @WPCSumter.

Join Pastor Stuart for the fifth lesson in our series, High Hopes. Today, we look at Titus 1:1-4 to hear a message . . . "In Hope of Eternal Life". Today, we are reminded that: The God who never lies has promised eternal life to those who trust in Jesus. The eternal life God promises is not simply about the quantity of life; it is also about the quality of life. The life God promises is the life of the age to come. Even though the full experience of this life is still to come, we who believe already have it. So let’s rejoice in the sure and certain hope of eternal life in Christ. You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net. Join us Sunday Mornings at 10:30 a.m. at 230 Alice Drive, Sumter, SC. Find us on social media at @WPCSumter.

Join Pastor Stuart for the fourth lesson in our series, High Hopes. This week, we turn to Romans 5:1-5 to hear about . . . "Glorious Hope". Today, we are reminded that: Those who trust in Jesus have a glorious hope. This hope is grounded in God’s grace to us in Christ. Because of Jesus, we who believe have a right standing with God. Since we have this standing in Christ, we not only have peace with God, but we also have assurance of God’s ongoing, steadfast love for us. God’s love for us in Christ culminates in glory. This is why we can rejoice in hope even in suffering. So in all our circumstances, let’s rejoice in the sure and certain hope of glory we have in Christ. You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net. Join us Sunday Mornings at 10:30 a.m. at 230 Alice Drive, Sumter, SC. Find us on social media at @WPCSumter.

Join Pastor Stuart for the next part in our new series, High Hopes. In this third lesson, we turn to Jeremiah 29:4-14 to hear about . . . "Plans Full of Hope". Today, we are reminded that: God’s plans for his children give us hope for the future. God’s plans are not our plans. God’s plans have an ultimate goal in mind. God’s plans for our ultimate good are found in Christ. So let’s trust God as we wait in exile holding fast to the hope found in Christ. You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net. Join us Sunday Mornings at 10:30 a.m. at 230 Alice Drive, Sumter, SC. Find us on social media at @WPCSumter.

Join Pastor Nathan as we continue in our new series, High Hopes. In our second lesson, we turn to Lamentations 3:19-24 to learn about . . . "Hope in the Darkness". Today, we are reminded that: In the Scriptures, hope is the joyful anticipation of a confident expectation. Because the Lord’s love never ceases, we can hope in Him. So, let us keep our hope in the faithful love of Jesus. You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net. Join us Sunday Mornings at 10:30 a.m. at 230 Alice Drive, Sumter, SC. Find us on social media at @WPCSumter.

Join Pastor Stuart as we begin our new series, High Hopes. In this first lesson, we turn to Romans 15:13 to learn about . . . "The God of Hope". In this lesson, we learn: God is the God of hope. In the Scriptures, hope is the joyful anticipation of a confident expectation. We can abound in joyful and certain hope because the almighty God who cannot lie has promised. This kind of hope only comes through faith in Christ. So let’s ask the Spirit to fill us with joy and peace as we believe in Jesus so we will abound in Christ-centered hope. You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net. Join us Sunday Mornings at 10:30 a.m. at 230 Alice Drive, Sumter, SC. Find us on social media at @WPCSumter.

Join Pastor Stuart for the last lesson in our series, The Good Life. This week, we turn to Matthew 5:10-12 to learn how . . . "The Good Life = Persecution for Following Christ". In this lesson, we learn: According to Jesus, those who are persecuted for following him have the good life. If we truly follow Jesus, we can expect some form of persecution. We experience God’s blessing in persecution in several ways: Persecution because of Jesus is part of our confirmation that we belong to him. Suffering refines the faith of those who belong to Jesus. The witness of the church is often strengthened through persecution. We are promised the kingdom. All of this shows us why we can rejoice and be glad when we are persecuted. So, let’s focus on Jesus knowing that nothing, not even persecution, can keep us from sharing in his glory. You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net. Join us Sunday Mornings at 10:30 a.m. at 230 Alice Drive, Sumter, SC. Find us on social media at @WPCSumter.

Join Pastor Nathan for the sixth lesson in our series, The Good Life. This week, we turn to Matthew 5:9 to learn how . . . "The Good Life - Peacemaking". In this lesson, we learn: According to Jesus, peacemakers have the good life. So let us cling to Jesus and follow him in the way of peace. You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net. Join us Sunday Mornings at 10:30 a.m. at 230 Alice Drive, Sumter, SC. Find us on social media at @WPCSumter.

Join Pastor Stuart for the last lesson in our series, The Good Life, about following Jesus. This week, we turn to Matthew 5:8 to learn about . . . "The Good Life". In this lesson, we learn: According to Jesus, the pure in heart have the “good life." Jesus emphasizes the internal over the external To be pure in heart is, at the very least, genuine integrity without hypocrisy. The breathtaking promise of Jesus is that the pure in heart will see God. Jesus is our only hope for a truly pure heart. So let’s look to Jesus for the purity of heart only he can give. You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net. Join us Sunday Mornings at 10:30 a.m. at 230 Alice Drive, Sumter, SC. Find us on social media at @WPCSumter.

Join Pastor Stuart for the last lesson in our series, The Good Life, about following Jesus. This week, we turn to Matthew 5:7 to learn about . . . "The Good Life". In this lesson, we learn: According to Jesus, the merciful have the “good life." Mercy is displayed in at least two ways: Willingly withholding deserved judgment. Kindness and care for those in need. God blesses the merciful because he himself is merciful. We see God’s mercy most clearly in Christ. Because mercy is such a significant trait of Jesus, mercy will be a significant trait for his followers. By the work of the Spirit, let’s grow in being merciful. You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net. Join us Sunday Mornings at 10:30 a.m. at 230 Alice Drive, Sumter, SC. Find us on social media at @WPCSumter.

Join Pastor Nathan for the last lesson in our series, The Good Life, about following Jesus. This week, we turn to Matthew 5:6 to learn about . . . "The Good Life". In this lesson, we learn: According to Jesus, those who hunger and thirst for righteousness have the "good life." let’s ask the Spirit to produce Christ-like meekness in our lives. You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net. Join us Sunday Mornings at 10:30 a.m. at 230 Alice Drive, Sumter, SC. Find us on social media at @WPCSumter.

Join Pastor Stuart for the last lesson in our series, The Good Life, about following Jesus. This week, we turn to Matthew 5:5 to learn about . . . "The Good Life". In this lesson, we learn: According to Jesus, the meek have the “good life." “Meek” refers to those who are humble, gentle, and willing to lay aside their rights and desires for a greater good. Jesus is the perfect example of this kind of meekness. The blessing Jesus promises the meek is the inheritance of the earth. So let’s ask the Spirit to produce Christ-like meekness in our lives. You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net. Join us Sunday Mornings at 10:30 a.m. at 230 Alice Drive, Sumter, SC. Find us on social media at @WPCSumter.

Join Pastor Stuart for the last lesson in our series, The Good Life, about following Jesus. This week, we turn to Matthew 5:4 to learn about . . . "The Good Life". In this lesson, we learn: According to Jesus, those who mourn have the "good life." Mourning is good because there is much Mourning is good because there is much in this fallen world that is not good. Throughout Scripture, God shows a special concern for the mourner. Our mourning should drive us to Jesus. So let’s mourn over sin and its pervasive consequences; but let’s also experience the comfort and consolation that can only come through Christ. You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net. Join us Sunday Mornings at 10:30 a.m. at 230 Alice Drive, Sumter, SC. Find us on social media at @WPCSumter.

Join Pastor Stuart for the last lesson in our series, Walk This Way, about following Jesus. This week, we turn to Romans 13:13-14 to learn about . . . "Walking Properly". In this final lesson, we learn: Followers of Christ are to walk properly. We do this by putting on the Lord Jesus Christ. At the very least, this means: We identify with Jesus. Our allegiance is to Jesus. We reflect Jesus in the way we live. We must rely on Jesus in order to “put on Jesus.” So, let’s find our all in all in Jesus. You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net. Join us Sunday Mornings at 10:30 a.m. at 230 Alice Drive, Sumter, SC. Find us on social media at @WPCSumter.

Join Guest Pastor Devin for the twelfth lesson in our series, Walk This Way, about following Jesus. This week, we turn to Romans 6:1-4 to learn how we . . . "Might Walk in Newness of Life". In this lesson, we learn: Believers in union with Christ have been radically changed, we walk with newness in life Believes have died to sin Romans 6:2 we have already died Romans 6:3 we have been baptized into his death 1 Corinthians 10 believers are united with Christ in all things including his death on the cross Belivers have been raised to life Romans 6:4 Just as Christ was raised from the grave, we were raised and made new with Him, we had to die and be buried with Christ in order to be made new. You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net. Join us Sunday Mornings at 10:30 a.m. at 230 Alice Drive, Sumter, SC. Find us on social media at @WPCSumter.

Join Pastor Stuart for the eleventh lesson in our series, Walk This Way, about following Jesus. This week, we turn to Ephesians Ephesians 5:15-17 to learn how we . . . "Walk Circumspectly". In this lesson, we learn: Followers of Jesus are to walk circumspectly. Walking circumspectly entails: Considering how we live in light of God's wisdom. Aligning our lives to the will of God. Remembering that time is a gift from God. Dont waste it. Ultimately, Jesus is our wisdom. By the work of the Spirit, let's entrust ourselves fully to God's wisdom in Christ. You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net. Join us Sunday Mornings at 10:30 a.m. at 230 Alice Drive, Sumter, SC. Find us on social media at @WPCSumter.

Join Pastor Stuart for the tenth lesson in our series, Walk This Way, about following Jesus. This week, we turn to Ephesians Ephesians 5:3-14 to learn how we . . . "Walk as Children of the Light". In this lesson, we learn: Followers of Jesus are to walk as children of light. Walking as children of light entails: Recognizing our undeservedly bestowed identity as light in the Lord. Abstaining from works of darkness. Exposing the works of darkness. We must always remember: our light is utterly dependent on Christ, who is the Light of the world. So because of Jesus and by the power of the Spirit, let’s live as children of light. You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net. Join us Sunday Mornings at 10:30 a.m. at 230 Alice Drive, Sumter, SC. Find us on social media at @WPCSumter.

Join Pastor Stuart for the ninth lesson in our series, Walk This Way, about following Jesus. This week, we turn to Ephesians 5:1-2 to learn how we . . . "Walk in Love". In this lesson, we learn: Followers of Jesus are to walk in love. To do this, we start with the love of God in Christ for us. Walking in the love God calls us to entails sacrifice. Walking in sacrificial love is difficult, so we keep relying on Jesus. So by the power of the Spirit at work in us, let’s continue to grow in loving others as Christ has loved us. You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net. Join us Sunday Mornings at 10:30 a.m. at 230 Alice Drive, Sumter, SC. Find us on social media at @WPCSumter.

Join Pastor Nathan for the eighth lesson in our series, Walk This Way, about following Jesus. This week, we turn to Ephesians 4:17-24 to learn about . . . "A New Walk". In this lesson, we learn: Walking the way of Jesus requires a mindset framed by Jesus. So, let our thoughts be framed by Jesus Christ. You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net. Join us Sunday Mornings at 10:30 a.m. at 230 Alice Drive, Sumter, SC. Find us on social media at @WPCSumter.

Join Pastor Stuart for the seventh lesson in our series, Walk This Way, about following Jesus. This week, we turn to Ephesians 4:1-3 to learn about . . . "Walk Worthy". In this lesson, we learn: Followers of Christ are to walk worthy of our calling. In and of ourselves, none of us can live up to this responsibility. Yet because of Jesus and by the power of the Spirit, we can grow into it. Walking worthy of our calling in Christ looks like: Humility Gentleness Patience Bearing with one another in love Eagerness to maintain unity. All these qualities reflect the goodness of our Lord Jesus. So by the work of the Spirit, let’s continue to grow in walking in a manner worthy of our calling in Christ. You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net. Join us Sunday Mornings at 10:30 a.m. at 230 Alice Drive, Sumter, SC. Find us on social media at @WPCSumter.

Join Pastor Stuart for the sixth lesson in our series, Walk This Way, about following Jesus. This week, we turn to Ephesians 2:8-10 to learn about . . . "Walk in Good Works". In this lesson, we learn: Followers of Jesus walk in good works. These works do not earn anything from God. In fact, these works are a part of the gracious salvation God gives us in Christ. We do these works because we are God’s workmanship, a new creation in Christ. So by the power of the Spirit, let’s engage in the work God has prepared for us. You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net. Join us Sunday Mornings at 10:30 a.m. at 230 Alice Drive, Sumter, SC. Find us on social media at @WPCSumter.

Join Pastor Stuart for the fifth lesson in our series, Walk This Way, about following Jesus. This week, we turn to Colossians 4:5-6 to learn about . . . "Walking in Wisdom with Those Outside the Church". In this lesson, we learn: God calls us to walk in wisdom toward those outside the church. At the very least, this looks like: Being intentional. Be gracious in our speech. Helpful influence. We can grow in these areas because of Jesus. So by the work of the Spirit let’s abound in treating others in the wisdom of Christ. You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net. Join us Sunday Mornings at 10:30 a.m. at 230 Alice Drive, Sumter, SC. Find us on social media at @WPCSumter.

Join Pastor Stuart for the fourth lesson in our series, Walk This Way, about following Jesus. This week, we turn to 1 John 1:5-10 to learn about . . . "Walking in the Light". In this lesson, we learn: God calls us to walk in the light. Walking in the light entails at least 3 things: Responding positively to Jesus. Admitting and confessing sin. A desire to be transformed by God’s goodness. As we walk in the light we will not only have fellowship with God, we will also have fellowship with others in the family of God. So by the power of the Spirit, let’s walk in God’s light knowing that every sin exposed by his light is forgiven in Christ. You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net. Join us Sunday Mornings at 10:30 a.m. at 230 Alice Drive, Sumter, SC. Find us on social media at @WPCSumter.

Join Pastor Stuart for the third lesson in our new series, Walk This Way, about following Jesus. This week, we turn to 2 Corinthians 5:6-7 to learn about . . . "Walking by Faith". In this lesson, we learn: Walking by faith is essential to following Jesus. To walk by faith is to trust God more than we trust ourselves. We believe what God says to us because he is trustworthy. God’s trustworthiness is ultimately demonstrated in Jesus. So let’s follow Jesus step by step, trusting him all along the way. You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net. Join us Sunday Mornings at 10:30 a.m. at 230 Alice Drive, Sumter, SC. Find us on social media at @WPCSumter.

Join Pastor Nathan as we continue in our new series, Walk This Way, about following Jesus. In our second lesson, we turn to Colossians 2:6-7 about . . . "Walking in Him Whom We Have Received". In this lesson, we learn: Jesus is the glory of the Christian Life. So, let's live the entirety of our lives in Jesus. You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net. Join us Sunday Mornings at 10:30 a.m. at 230 Alice Drive, Sumter, SC. Find us on social media at @WPCSumter.

Join Pastor Stuart as we begin our new series, Walk This Way, about following Jesus. In our first lesson, we turn to the Apostle John's first letter 2:3-6 to examine . . . "Walking as Jesus Walked". In this lesson, we learn: Jesus is not only the Savior we are to trust; he is the model we are to emulate. This is what it means to “follow Jesus” . . . learning from him and then reflecting him in our actions, attitudes, and words. Reflecting Jesus is not the condition for knowing him; it is the result of knowing and abiding in him. So, by the work of the Spirit, let’s grow in reflecting more and more of Jesus. You can learn more about Westminster Presbyterian Church at https://www.westminsterpca.net. Join us Sunday Mornings at 10:30 a.m. at 230 Alice Drive, Sumter, SC. Find us on social media at @WPCSumter.