Kern Talks

When life feels uncertain and disorienting, it’s easy to wonder which way to go. In this message, Pastor Will reminds us that Jesus doesn’t just show the way—He is the way. Drawing from John 14, this sermon offers hope for anyone feeling lost, inviting us to trust Jesus as our guide, truth, and life.

On Pentecost, Pastor Will reflects on the power of the Holy Spirit—how it ignited the church and still transforms us today. Even a little faith, like yeast in dough, can rise, grow, and feed others. You don’t need to be bold like Peter to make a difference—your small faith, empowered by the Spirit, is more than enough.

When Jesus told a story about a rule-breaking son and a resentful brother, he wasn’t just talking about a family—he was revealing the heart of God. In this message, Pastor Will explores how God’s grace welcomes the lost and challenges the faithful, inviting us all—line-cutters and long-servers alike—into a celebration of redemption and love.

This Memorial Day weekend, Pastor Will challenges us to slow down to see. In a season packed with plans and pressure, we risk missing what—and who—really matters. Through the parable of the Good Samaritan, we’re reminded that love requires margin. Don’t live at the speed of busy—this summer, make space to notice, care, and be a true neighbor.

Even small acts of compassion matter. In this message from Matthew 25, Pastor Will explores how Jesus' parable of the sheep and goats challenges us to live out our faith through action. You don’t have to do everything—but you can do something. And when you love and serve “the least of these,” Jesus says, you’re doing it for him.

Pastor Will shares a powerful message from the mountains of Tellico Plains, reflecting on a rugged journey to Whig Meadow as a metaphor for life’s uncertain paths. Drawing from Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount, he challenges us to examine our “trail markers” — the fruit of our lives — and choose the narrow road that leads to real life, love, and purpose.

In a world obsessed with appearances, Pastor Will invites us to trade performance for authenticity. Drawing from Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount, this message challenges us to let go of image management and embrace a “greater righteousness”—a life that flows from a transformed heart. Real change begins with honest prayer and a commitment to live authentically before God.

In a world overwhelmed by hardship and injustice, Pastor Will reminds us that Jesus blesses those the world forgets. Beginning a new series on the Sermon on the Mount, this message calls us to be salt and light—living as a force for good, even when life feels upside down. You matter. Your light matters.

On Palm Sunday, Pastor Will explores how Jesus’ journey to the cross wasn't just a tragic ending—it was a divine turning point. Through 2 Corinthians 5, we discover that the cross brings reconciliation: between us and God, and between one another. We are invited to receive this healing grace—and to share it as Christ’s ambassadors

During Lent, Pastor Will explores the importance of holiness in Christian life. Holiness isn't just taught—it’s caught from God, others, and through overcoming temptation. Paul warns that holiness isn't automatic and urges believers to rely on God and community for strength. Stay close to Jesus, commit to faith practices, and be a safety net for others.