Hope Presbyterian Church (PCA)

Pastor Will Stern
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We are a gospel-centered church in Media, PA, that desires to see all people find Hope through faith in Christ.

  1. 1d ago

    John 4:46-54 | "The Fruit of Faith"

    True faith is not always strong at the beginning. Like an apple seed, it may start small and weak, yet contain the life that will one day bear fruit. In John 4:46–54, we follow the journey of a desperate father whose faith grows as he encounters Jesus. His faith begins as a seed that drives him to seek Christ, grows into a sprout that cries out for help, matures into a tree that trusts Christ's Word, and finally bears fruit that impacts others around him. Join us as we explore how God grows weak faith into strong faith through His Word and grace.

  2. 3d ago

    John 4:25-42 | How Can We Be Transformed into Faithful Witnesses for the Glory of God?

    Sermon Outline How Can We Be Transformed into Faithful Witnesses for the Glory of God?John 4:25–42 I. You Need an Encounter with Jesus (John 4:25–30) Jesus reveals Himself as the Messiah. The woman leaves her water jar and goes into town. A genuine encounter with Christ produces a desire to tell others about Him. II. You Need Instruction from Jesus (John 4:27, 31–38) The disciples lose sight of their mission. Jesus teaches them to lift up their eyes and see the harvest. Faithful witnesses learn to see people through the eyes of Christ. III. You Need Time with Jesus (John 4:39–42) The Samaritans initially believe because of the woman's testimony. They spend two days with Jesus. Their faith deepens into personal conviction: "This is indeed the Savior of the world." Main Idea:Jesus transforms ordinary people into faithful witnesses through encounters with Him, instruction from Him, and time spent with Him.  Study Questions Why is Jesus' statement in John 4:26 so significant? What does it reveal about His identity? What does the woman's response teach us about the relationship between encountering Christ and sharing our faith? Why were the disciples surprised to find Jesus speaking with the Samaritan woman? What does Jesus mean when He says, "The fields are white for harvest"? In what ways can Christians lose sight of the mission Christ has given them? How did the Samaritans move from believing the woman's testimony to personal conviction about Jesus? What is the difference between secondhand faith and firsthand faith? How do God's Word, prayer, worship, and Christian fellowship help us spend time with Jesus? Which group do you most identify with right now: the woman, the disciples, or the Samaritans? Why? What is one specific way you can grow as a faithful witness this week? Key Verse: "It is no longer because of what you said that we believe, for we have heard for ourselves, and we know that this is indeed the Savior of the world." — John 4:42 (ESV)

  3. May 31

    John 4:20-24 | "Jesus Answers Two Questions About Worship"

    John 4:19–24 If you attended church for 50 years, you would spend thousands of hours gathered with God's people in worship. Worship is not only a central part of the Christian life—it is the very purpose for which we were created. In this sermon from John 4:19–24, Jesus answers two foundational questions about worship: Where should we worship? and How should we worship? As Jesus speaks with the Samaritan woman at the well, he reveals that true worship is no longer tied to a sacred place but is centered on a Savior. Through his life, death, and resurrection, Christ becomes the true temple, gathering worshipers from every nation who worship the Father in spirit and in truth. Outline Where Should We Worship? (John 4:19–22) Mt. Gerizim or Jerusalem? Salvation is from the Jews. Christ, the true Temple. How Should We Worship? (John 4:23–24) Worship in Truth Worship in Spirit True worship: fire and wood together. Warning, Encouragement, and Challenge A warning about false worship. An encouragement that the Father is seeking worshipers. A challenge to join God's mission of gathering worshipers. Questions for Reflection Why was the debate between Mt. Gerizim and Jerusalem so important to the Samaritan woman? What does Jesus mean when he says that "salvation is from the Jews"? How does Jesus fulfill and replace the Old Testament temple? What does it mean to worship God "in truth"? What does it mean to worship God "in spirit"? Which danger are you more prone to: truth without spirit or spirit without truth? How can you better prepare your heart for worship each Lord's Day? In what ways can your family life and private devotional life become more centered on worship? How does evangelism relate to God's purpose of gathering worshipers for himself? What is one practical way you can prioritize worship this week? Key Verse "God is spirit, and those who worship him must worship in spirit and truth."— John 4:24 (ESV)

  4. May 25

    John 4:16-19 | "Grace and Truth"

    In this sermon from John 4:16–19, we see Jesus as the searching Savior who is “full of grace and truth.” As Christ lovingly exposes the Samaritan woman’s deepest sins, we are reminded that Jesus does not ignore sin, nor does He crush sinners with shame. Instead, He shines the light of truth into the darkest places of our hearts in order to lead us to repentance, forgiveness, and transformation. This message explores how Christ confronts our “keystone sins” with truth while drawing sinners to Himself with remarkable grace and compassion.  Outline Jesus Is Full of Truth Jesus Is Full of Grace Grace and Truth at the Cross Questions for Reflection What areas of your heart would Christ’s searching light expose? Are you tempted to think of Jesus as all grace without truth—or all truth without grace? How does the cross display both God’s holiness and His mercy? In what ways can Christians show both grace and truth to others?

  5. May 17

    John 4:7-15 | “Living Water"

    In John 4:10–14, Jesus meets a broken and cynical Samaritan woman who has spent her life searching for satisfaction in things that could never truly fill her soul. Using the imagery of “broken cisterns” from Jeremiah 2, this sermon explores how we all seek meaning, joy, and identity in places that ultimately leave us empty. But Christ offers something infinitely better: living water that wells up to eternal life. Listen as we consider the emptiness of false saviors, the free offer of the gospel, and the soul-satisfying gift of the Holy Spirit found only in Jesus Christ. Outline     1    Broken Cisterns     2    Living Water Questions for Reflection     •    What “broken cisterns” are you tempted to look to for satisfaction instead of Christ?     •    Why do good things like family, success, or comfort fail to satisfy our deepest thirst?     •    What does Jesus mean when He offers “living water”?     •    How does the Holy Spirit satisfy and transform believers?     •    What does it look like to keep “coming to Christ” as a believer?

  6. May 10

    John 4:1-7 | “Sinner-Seeking Savior”

    Sermon Summary:In John 4:1–15, we meet a deeply broken Samaritan woman—but before she ever sought Jesus, Jesus was already seeking her. This sermon explores how Christ is a sinner-seeking Savior who came into the world to draw near to sinners, become weak for them, and initiate a relationship with them. Jesus “had” to pass through Samaria because it was the will of His Father to seek and save the lost. Through His weariness at the well and His conversation with this outcast woman, we see the grace of a Savior who crosses every barrier to bring living water to spiritually thirsty people. Sermon Outline: Jesus seeks sinners by drawing near to them Jesus seeks sinners by becoming weak for them Jesus seeks sinners by initiating a relationship with them Key Takeaway:Jesus is not waiting for sinners to clean themselves up before coming to Him. He is the One who takes the initiative, draws near, and offers living water to all who are spiritually thirsty. Application Questions: Do you believe Jesus could truly seek and save someone as broken as you? In what ways are you trying to satisfy your spiritual thirst apart from Christ? How does Christ’s willingness to draw near to sinners shape the way you view other people? What might it look like for you to respond to Christ’s invitation today?

  7. Apr 26

    John 3:31-36

    John 3:31-36 Colin Sareyka, Pastoral Intern Download

  8. Apr 19

    Isaiah 58:13-14 | "Delighting in the Sabbath"

    Episode Title: Do you want to delight in God more? Episode Description:In Isaiah 58:13–14, God makes an incredible promise: that His people will delight in Him, be lifted up in their spiritual lives, and be deeply satisfied in His provision. But this promise doesn’t stand alone—it comes with a path. In this sermon, we explore what it means to truly honor the Lord’s Day. What does it look like to stop trampling it? How can we learn to delight in it rather than endure it? And how does setting apart one day in seven actually lead us into deeper joy in God? Far from being a burden, the Sabbath is a gift—a weekly invitation to rest, worship, and communion with God. And ultimately, it points us to Jesus Christ, the Lord of the Sabbath, in whom true rest and lasting delight are found. Key Passage:Isaiah 58:13-14 Sermon Outline: The Promise: Delight, elevation, and satisfaction in God (Isaiah 58:14) The Problem: Trampling the Lord’s Day The Invitation: Delighting in the Lord’s Day The Practice: Honoring the Lord’s Day in everyday life Main Takeaway:If you want to delight in God, learn to delight in the day He has set apart for Himself. Application Questions: In what ways might you be treating the Lord’s Day like any other day? Do you view Sunday more as a burden or a gift—and why? What would it look like to structure your day around worship, rest, and fellowship? How does Jesus, the Lord of the Sabbath, reshape the way you think about rest?

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We are a gospel-centered church in Media, PA, that desires to see all people find Hope through faith in Christ.

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  • Creator
    Pastor Will Stern
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    25
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