The Power of Joy
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The Power of Joy | A Sermon on Faith, Strength, and Hope In this sermon, we reflect on The Power of Joy and how joy, rooted in God’s love, becomes a sustaining strength in our lives. This sermon was preached by Rev. Dr. Lewis Galloway on December 14, 2025, at First Presbyterian Church of Charlotte. The scripture readings for this message are Isaiah 40:1–5 and Luke 1:39–56. Drawing from these texts, the sermon invites us to consider how joy shapes our faith, carries us through seasons of challenge, and opens us to deeper trust in God’s presence at work in the world and in our own lives....
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The Mystery Made Known
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In this Advent sermon, The Mystery Made Known, Rev. Dr. Lewis Galloway reflects on God’s surprising way of working through ordinary people and unexpected moments. Drawing from 2 Samuel 7:1–16 and Luke 1:26–38, he explores how God’s promises often unfold in ways we could never foresee—and how Mary’s faithful “yes” invites us to trust the mystery of God’s presence in our own lives. Sermon preached by Rev. Dr. Lewis Galloway on December 7, 2025, at First Presbyterian Church of Charlotte.
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The Mystery of Time
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Preached by Rev. Dr. Lewis F. Galloway on November 30, 2025, and rooted in Matthew 3:1–12 and Mark 13:24–37, this Advent sermon explores the mystery of time—the difference between the hours that govern our days and God’s “eternal now” that breaks into our ordinary lives. Through the voices of John the Baptist and Jesus’ call to watch and stay awake, we’re invited to prepare our hearts, embody the fruits of the Spirit, and look for the moments when God’s time interrupts our own. A reflection on hope, transformation, and the sacred work we do while we wait for Christ to come...
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Treating Folk Right
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In this compelling message, Rev. Dr. Jerry Cannon invites us into a powerful call to live out genuine Christian love in our everyday encounters. Drawing from Scripture, Hebrews 113:1-5, he explores what it truly means to treat folk right—not merely with politeness, but with dignity, compassion, and radical grace. He challenges us to consider how we respond to those on the margins, how we handle conflict, and how we reflect the character of Jesus in our relationships. Whether with longtime friends or people we barely know, the way we treat “the other” becomes a gospel witness. Using the...
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Words of Grace
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Sermon preached by Rev. Alice Ridgill on November 16, 2025, at First Presbyterian Church of Charlotte. The scripture for this sermon is John 4:4-18, 27-30, 39-42.
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Seeing Through Gods Eyes
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Sermon preached by Rev. Lucy Crain on November 9, 2025, at First Presbyterian Church of Charlotte. The scripture for this sermon is 1 Samuel 16 (selected verses).
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Every Tear
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Sermon preached by Rev. Anna Dickson on November 2, 2025, at First Presbyterian Church of Charlotte. The scripture for this sermon is Revelation 7:9-17.
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Tomorrow
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Sermon preached by Rev. Anna Dickson on October 26, 2025, at First Presbyterian Church of Charlotte. The scripture for this sermon is Acts 4:32-37.
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Today
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Sermon preached by Rev. Anna Dickson on October 19, 2025, at First Presbyterian Church of Charlotte. The scripture for this sermon is Mark 5:21-43.
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Yesterday
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Sermon preached by Rev. Anna Dickson on October 12, 2025, at First Presbyterian Church of Charlotte. The scripture for this sermon is Hebrews 11-12:3 (selected verses).
info_outlineThe Power of Joy | A Sermon on Faith, Strength, and Hope In this sermon, we reflect on The Power of Joy and how joy, rooted in God’s love, becomes a sustaining strength in our lives. This sermon was preached by Rev. Dr. Lewis Galloway on December 14, 2025, at First Presbyterian Church of Charlotte. The scripture readings for this message are Isaiah 40:1–5 and Luke 1:39–56. Drawing from these texts, the sermon invites us to consider how joy shapes our faith, carries us through seasons of challenge, and opens us to deeper trust in God’s presence at work in the world and in our own lives. In this message, we explore: The biblical meaning of joy Joy as a source of spiritual strength Faith and joy in uncertain or difficult seasons Living with hope and love in our everyday lives Whether you are joining us from Charlotte or beyond, this sermon offers a thoughtful reflection on how joy forms us as people of faith and calls us to live with compassion, resilience, and hope. Subscribe for sermons, reflections, and stories from First Presbyterian Church of Charlotte. Topics: sermon on joy, biblical joy, faith and hope, Christian encouragement, spiritual strength