Displaying episodes 1 - 30 of 102 in total
DPC Sermon from May 28, 2023 - "What God Sees"
On this Pentecost Sunday, John Willingham focuses on a moment that occurred on October 17, 520 B.C. A new temple was under construction and some old-timers were distre...
DPC Sermon from May 21, 2023 - "A Word to Bystanders"
In the sermon, John Willingham draws from the Old Testament book of Obadiah where the prophet criticizes the neighbors of ancient Israel for failing to act when Jerusa...
DPC Sermons from May 14, 2023 - Youth Sunday
DPC Youth Riley B., Gavin J., and Olivia F. offered heartfelt accounts of how God has touched their lives as they have moved through DPC's children and youth ministrie...
DPC Sermon from April 30, 2023 - "Are You an Ambassador for Christ?"
During another joint worship service with Second Baptist Church of Doylestown, this time here at DPC, Pastor Robert Hamlin delivered the message in which he called upo...
DPC Sermon from April 23, 2023 - "Accepting Our Part"
In the sermon, John Willingham focuses on words from Hosea. Even though that prophet lived 3,000 years ago, his message speaks with freshness and relevance about our 2...
DPC Sermon from April 16, 2023 - "Peace Be With You"
A week after Easter, one by one, a few have encountered the risen Jesus. Join in as we ponder along with Thomas, our own encounter with Jesus.
DPC Sermon from April 9, 2023, Easter Sunday - "The Turn"
John Willingham explores the interaction between Mary Magdalene and the Risen Jesus as we celebrate the Resurrection of our Lord on Easter Sunday.
DPC Sermon from April 2, 2023 - "The It and the Is"
In the sermon, John Willingham focuses on the final utterance by Jesus as recorded in John’s gospel. Join us on Palm Sunday as we reflect together on the ongoing meani...
DPC Sermon from March 26, 2023 - "Knowing the Mind of Christ (Perhaps)”
In the sermon, John Willingham focuses on the moment Jesus cries out from the cross “I am thirsty.” In reporting those words, the gospel writer makes a passing stateme...
DPC Sermon from March 19, 2023 - "Forsaken, But Not Alone"
In the sermon, John Willingham focuses on the parting words of Jesus from the cross that have created the most conversation and consternation over the years. Join us a...
DPC Sermon from March 12, 2023 - "One of His Own"
In the sermon, John Willingham continues our look at "The Last Seven Words of Jesus," by pondering the moment Christ entrusts his mother to the care of the Beloved Dis...
DPC Sermon from March 5, 2023 - "The Thief Within"
In the sermon, John Willingham continues our Lenten focus on the final words of Jesus. This week we hear his reply to a thief on the cross who asks “Jesus, remember me...
DPC Sermon from February 26, 2023 - "Ignorance and Bliss"
In the sermon, John Willingham starts our Lenten series that will focus on the Last 7 Words of Jesus. We begin by hearing our Savior ask God to forgive those who had p...
DPC Sermon from February 19, 2023 - "Borderlines"
In the midst of Black History Month, Pauline Sexton offers a sermon that reflects on a time when Abram was a stranger in a foreign land and how his assumptions about t...
DPC Sermon from February 12, 2023 - "Still a Beacon"
In the sermon, John Willingham concludes a two-part look at our twelve-year-old mission statement, focusing on what has occurred in our efforts to be a “beacon of His ...
DPC Sermon from February 5, 2023 - "Still a Bridge"
Twelve years ago, the Session approved our mission statement to “Be a bridge for Christ and a beacon of His love.” In the sermon, John Willingham reflects on the first...
DPC Sermon from January 29, 2023 - "The Heart of Christianity"
Offering the sermon this Sunday is the Reverend Doctor John M. Mulder. John is an honorably retired member of the Mid-Kentucky Presbytery, having served for 22 years a...
DPC Sermon from January 22, 2023 - "A Vegetarian Taxpayer"
In his sermon, John Willingham focuses on two passages that address the freedoms we have as a follower of Jesus Christ. What does that gift mean in the everyday action...
DPC Sermon from January 15, 2023 - "Something Greater"
In the sermon, John Willingham focuses on a Sabbath when Jesus is challenged by the religious elite because his disciples are not observing the Jewish law as they unde...
DPC Sermon from January 8, 2023 - "Learning From Him"
In his sermon, John Willingham focuses on a moment when Jesus urged a crowd in the first century to “learn from me.” As descendants in the faith, that remains our call...
DPC Sermon from January 1, 2023 - "We Keep Seeking"
This Sunday we celebrate Epiphany! After gaining inspiration from the story of the magi, you are invited to select a star word, which can serve as a guide for the year...
DPC Sermon from December 24, 2022 - "A Song of Joy"
Pastor John Willingham reads from the Book of Luke, recounting the angels spreading the news of Jesus' birth to the shepherds, as we gathered in praise on Christmas Eve.
DPC Sermon from December 18, 2022
In the sermon, John Willingham focuses on a song by Mary offered while visiting in the home of Elizabeth and Zechariah. Her words are often spoken of as the Magnificat...
DPC Sermon from December 11, 2022
In the sermon, John Willingham reflects on a reunion between Elizabeth and Mary, first-century kinswomen who had much to celebrate about God’s creative work. Join us a...
DPC Sermon from December 4, 2022 - "A Song of Confidence"
In the sermon on Sunday, John Willingham focuses on the Song of Hannah, the response of a first-time mother to the nature of God’s work. Join us as we listen in on her...
DPC Sermon from November 27, 2022 - "A Song of Praise"
During Advent our focus will be on moments in Scripture when individuals of the past burst forth in song. On Sunday, John Willingham reflects on one of the oldest port...
DPC Sermon from November 13, 2022 - "Keeping Money in Its Place"
In his sermon, John Willingham reflects on what might be the most challenging words Jesus ever uttered. Join us as we listen in on his conversation with the rich, youn...
DPC Sermon from November 6, 2022 - "Faking and Making It"
In his sermon, John Willingham focuses on a parable where Jesus contrasts the prayers of a Pharisee and tax collector. The distinction between the two could not be any...
DPC Sermon from October 30, 2022 - "Risk Taker"
Join as Becca Bateman reflects on the parable of the Wedding Banquet from the Gospel of Luke. With All Saints Day coming upon us, we will take time to reflect on how, ...
DPC Sermon from October 23, 2022 - "Doing Our Job"
In his sermon, John Willingham focuses on one of Jesus' most challenging parables. What does his image of a "worthless slave" have to say to us as Christians? Join us ...