Sermons by the Rev. David Wheeler

COVID, Climate Change, Personal Freedoms, and The Greater Good

Part 2/5 in the, “By Popular Demand Series.”

The Bible: Origins and Modern Understandings

Where did the Bible come from? What do we mean when we say it is “inspired?” How do modern Christians interpret it? Rev. Wheeler deals with these and other questions in the sermon given today. Part 1 of 5 in the series, “By Popular Demand.”

Hope Finds a Way

Rev. Wheeler shared this message in worship on September 5, 2021. Based on Mark 7:24-37, this sermon takes a look at the incredible work hope does in our lives.

Are Cleanliness and Godliness Really Neighbors?

Rev. Wheeler discusses what it means to stay focused on the most central and important issues of our time in light of a familiar story from Mark 7 (selected verses).

A Taste of Grace

Rev. Wheeler addresses the rather cannibalistic sounding John 6:51-58 passage to point towards a much deeper truth. Jesus was calling his followers to build a better world; one that leaves room for a true taste of grace.

The Shared Life

Rev. Wheeler offered this message based on John 6:35, 41-51, in worship services on August 8, 2021. He asks, “What if we saw ourselves as the bread God uses to feed a hungry world?”

What Are We Looking For?

Rev. Wheeler offered this sermon in worship on August 1, 2021. Based on John 6:24-35, this sermon explores what it means to seek truly significant, fulfilling things in life, versus the superficial things that always leaving us wanting for more.

There is Always Enough

Rev. Wheeler shared this sermon based on John 6:1-21 in worship on July 25, 2021. Does being faithful mean we are always “positive?” Is there room for some doubt, exhaustion, or even negativity among the would-be faithful? He suggests that there is.

Hit the Pause Button

Rev. Wheeler offered this sermon in worship on July 18, 2021. Based on Mark 6:30-34, 53-56; He makes the case for finding rest as we continue to endure the journey towards the “new normal” following the global pandemic.

Pride Sunday, 2021

Rev. Wheeler gave this brief talk to the Weatherford Federated Church on June 27, 2021.