Watermark Fort Worth

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This podcast is produced by Watermark Fort Worth, a local church in Fort Worth, Texas. We exist to be and call all people to be fully devoted followers of Jesus Christ.

  1. 1D AGO

    I Am The True Vine

    Watermark Fort Worth

    52 min

  2. APR 12

    I Am the Way the Truth and the Life

    This sermon explores Jesus’s declaration in John 14:6 that He is “the way, the truth, and the life,” delivered to His troubled disciples the night before His crucifixion. The message traces humanity’s original design in Eden—created for God’s presence, truth, and eternal life—and how sin shattered this design, leaving humanity separated from God, confused about truth, and subject to death. Jesus restores what was lost by becoming the exclusive way back to the Father, the source of truth that corrects our distorted understanding of reality, and the giver of abundant and eternal life. The sermon challenges believers to evaluate whether they truly believe Jesus is sufficient as their way, truth, and life, rather than seeking satisfaction in worldly achievements or alternative paths to God. Main Points: - Jesus is the way into right relationship with God - Jesus is the truth that restores our understanding of God and reality - Jesus is the life that sin and death have taken from you Scripture Referenced: John 14:1-6 (Primary passage); John 13:21; John 13:33; John 13:36-38; Genesis 2:7; Genesis 1:28; Genesis 3:22; Genesis 3:24; Genesis 3:1; Genesis 3:8; Isaiah 59:2; 2 Corinthians 5:21; Romans 8:1; Galatians 5:16; Romans 5:8; Acts 4:12; 2 Corinthians 6:2; Psalm 119:160; Ephesians 4:18; 2 Corinthians 4:4; Colossians 1:15; Matthew 11:27; John 14:26; Romans 6:23; Ephesians 2:1; Genesis 3:19; Colossians 1:16-17; John 3:16; John 5:24; John 10:10 Community Group Guide: Begin with Prayer Begin by thanking God for bringing your group together and asking the Holy Spirit to guide your discussion and reveal how He wants to work through each person present. Discussion Questions Read John 14:1-6 together. 1) The sermon mentioned that “the human heart is troubled” because we’ve lost three things from creation: God’s presence, God’s truth, and eternal life with God. Which of these losses do you feel most acutely in your own life right now? 2) Read John 14:6 again and Acts 4:12. Why do you think Jesus’s claim to be “the only way” is so offensive to modern culture? How do you navigate conversations about this with non-believers? 3) What situation in your life right now has you feeling stuck, and your instinct is to fix it on your own? How might trusting Jesus as “the way” change your approach? 4) If God’s Word disagrees with your perspective on something, which one wins? Can you identify an area where the enemy has been feeding you lies that you need to fight back with the truth of Scripture? 5) John 10:10 says, “The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have life and have it abundantly.”What’s the difference between the world’s version of “abundant life” and the abundant life Jesus offers? 6) What are you chasing right now that you’re convinced will satisfy you? Where do you run when you feel empty, restless, or unsatisfied? What would it look like to run to Jesus instead? Personal Reflection and Practical Application 1) Share your story with someone this week—how Jesus became your way, revealed truth to you, and gave you new life. 2) If you resonated with Newley’s story or desire to strengthen your marriage, consider joining re|engage this Wednesday (or any Wednesday at 6:30pm). You’ll hear stories of transformation, learn practical ways to grow in oneness, and connect in a small group as you walk through 16 lessons. No registration required—join anytime. 3) Spend some time praying through your responses to the questions Newley asked in the sermon. Confess areas where you need to repent, and remind yourself of what God has promised and what is true: - What situation in your life right now has you feeling stuck, and your instinct is to fix it on your own? - If God’s Word disagrees with your perspective, which one wins? - What are you chasing right now that you’re convinced will satisfy you? - Where do you run when you feel empty, restless, or unsatisfied? - Whose version of “the life” have you quietly begun to adopt? Worship Setlist: The Way; Holy Holy Holy; Hope Has A Name; ‘Tis So Sweet to Trust in Jesus; Behold Him

    47 min

  3. APR 5

    I Am the Resurrection and the Life

    This Easter sermon explores Jesus' declaration "I am the resurrection and the life" through the account of Lazarus's death and resurrection in John 11. The message emphasizes that Jesus is not merely one who provides resurrection as a future event—He Himself is the resurrection, the source and substance of eternal life. The sermon addresses how Jesus meets us in our sorrow and grief, demonstrating that He is bigger and better than we often think. Through the lens of Lazarus's story, we see that Jesus delayed His arrival intentionally so that God's glory would be fully revealed and people would believe in His deity. The message concludes with the truth that resurrection power is available now through union with Christ, transforming our lives today while securing our hope for bodily resurrection in the future. Christians have hope not just for resurrected bodies, but for a resurrected world—a new heavens and new earth cleansed from all evil and suffering.    Main Points:  - Jesus meets us in the sorrow of sin and death - He is not distant but draws near to comfort us in our grief and suffering.  - Jesus is the resurrection and the life - Eternal life is not just an event or a place; it's found in the person of Jesus Christ.  - Jesus is our hope for eternal life - Christians have hope for both a bodily resurrection and a transformed world, and this new life begins today.    Scripture Referenced:  John 11:1-44 (main passage); Romans 5:12; Romans 6:23; 1 Corinthians 15:54-58; 2 Corinthians 4:16-17; 2 Corinthians 5:1-4; Galatians 2:20; John 17:3; John 10:10; John 3:1-8; Revelation 3:20      Community Group Guide:    Begin with Prayer  Begin by thanking God for bringing your group together and asking the Holy Spirit to guide your discussion and reveal how He wants to work through each person present.     Discussion Questions  1) Read John 11:1-44 together. What stands out to you from this passage?  2) Martha confronted Jesus saying, 'if you had been here, my brother would not have died.' When have you questioned God's timing or presence during a difficult season, and how did that wrestling shape your faith?  3) Jesus wept at Lazarus's tomb even though He knew He was about to raise him from the dead. What does this reveal about how God relates to our suffering, and how should this impact the way we comfort others?  4) The sermon emphasizes that Jesus doesn't just give eternal life as a gift separate from Himself, but that He IS eternal life. How does this change your understanding of what it means to have a relationship with Christ?  5) The sermon ends with the question 'Do you believe this?' about Jesus being the resurrection and the life. What would it look like for you to move from intellectual acknowledgment to truly banking your entire life on the truth of the resurrection?    Personal Reflection and Practical Application  Choose one or more of the following to put into practice:    1) Bring Your Grief to Jesus: If you're experiencing loss, pain, or disappointment, spend time honestly bringing your questions and emotions to God in prayer. He can handle your wrestling.  2) Expand Your View of Jesus: Identify one area where you've been thinking too small about Jesus. Write down specific attributes of Christ that counter your limited view and meditate on them daily.  3) Live in Resurrection Power: Identify one destructive pattern, addiction, or "dead" area in your life. Confess it to a trusted believer and ask them to pray with you for Christ's resurrection power to bring new life.  4) Share Your Story: Like Jorge shared in both services, share with someone this week how Jesus has brought you from death to life—whether that's your salvation story or a specific area where He's brought transformation.   5) Examine Your Belief: Honestly evaluate whether you're truly trusting Jesus with your life or just giving intellectual acknowledgment. What would it look like to fully surrender one specific area to Him this week?      Worship Setlist:  Who Else; That’s My King; Behold the Lamb; What A Beautiful Name; You’ve Already Won; Because He Lives

    47 min

  4. APR 3

    Good Friday

    Watermark Fort Worth

    18 min

  5. MAR 29

    I Am the Good Shepherd

    This message takes us on a journey into John 10, where Jesus declares Himself the Good Shepherd, but it challenges us to move beyond merely knowing this truth intellectually to experiencing it deeply in our souls. Through the lens of attachment theory and relational patterns, we discover that many of us relate to God through the wounds of our past, projecting onto Him the unavailability, criticism, or distance we experienced from earthly authority figures. Yet the entire biblical narrative, from Genesis to Revelation, reveals a God who relentlessly pursues us with love, who became vulnerable as an infant, who absorbed our sin and death on the cross, and who breathed new life into us through His Spirit. This is God as He truly is, not our wounded representations of Him. When we grasp that the Lord truly is our Shepherd who leads us beside quiet waters and walks with us through the valley of the shadow of death, we begin to experience the weight of glory that seems almost too good to be true. Main Points: - There is a vast difference between how we experience God and who God actually is - God exists as Father, Son, and Spirit in a perfect relationship of love that existed before creation - Throughout Scripture, God consistently pursues humanity despite repeated rebellion, demonstrating His nature as a Good Shepherd - The cross demonstrates that God absorbs all our pain, sin, and death, transforming it into new creation - Jesus breathes the Holy Spirit into us (John 20:22), paralleling the Genesis 2 creation account - God doesn’t merely tolerate us; He delights in us as a father delights in his children - Our defensive relational patterns prevent us from experiencing God’s true goodness Scripture Referenced: John 10 (The Good Shepherd discourse – primary focus) Genesis 2 (God breathing life into humanity) Genesis 3 (The Fall and Protoevangelium) Psalm 23 (The Lord is my Shepherd) John 20:22 (Jesus breathing the Holy Spirit on disciples) Hebrews 13:20-21 (Benediction about the Great Shepherd) Revelation 21-22 (New creation and God dwelling with humanity) Community Group Guide: Begin with Prayer Begin by thanking God for bringing your group together and asking the Holy Spirit to guide your discussion and reveal how He wants to work through each person present. Discussion Questions 1. Read John 10:11-18. What specific characteristics of the Good Shepherd stand out to you? 2. When you walk through your own valley of the shadow of death, what makes it difficult to believe that God is truly with you as a Good Shepherd rather than distant, angry, or critical? 3. What “defense mechanisms” have you developed in your relationship with God that have been born out of an inaccurate view of God’s character? (Examples: trying to earn His approval, keeping Him at a distance, performing spiritual disciplines out of fear rather than love) 4. Nathan traced God’s pursuing love from Genesis through Revelation. What does it mean to you that God chose to reveal Himself not as a conquering warrior but through the vulnerability of birth in a manger and service as a Shepherd? 5. How does the cross ultimately demonstrate that God is truly good, even when our circumstances feel painful or confusing? 6. “He suffers with you. He suffered for you.” How does this reality change the way you approach God in your darkest moments? Personal Reflection and Practical Application Read Psalm 23 slowly each day this week 1. Each day, focus on one verse and ask: “What does this verse reveal about God’s character toward me?” 2. Take note of any resistance or disbelief that arises and bring it honestly to God. Where are you struggling with an inaccurate view of who God is? 3. Spend some time looking through Scripture for verses that remind you of God’s specific characteristics or promises you are struggling to believe are true. 4. Ask God to not only help you grow in understanding but also in experiencing His true character in your daily life. Praise God for who He is and His loving posture toward you as your Good Shepherd. Worship Setlist: Worthy of More; We Fall Down / Awesome in This Place; Cornerstone; Doxology; The Goodness of Jesus

    45 min

  6. MAR 22

    Mission According to Jesus

    This sermon challenges believers to move beyond comfortable, self-designed lives toward God-ordained mission. Drawing from Acts 1:1-11, the message emphasizes that Jesus interrupts not only our sinful pursuits but also our natural, comfortable ones to redirect us toward His greater purposes. Garrett argues that a life filled with normal, civilian pursuits, while not sinful, can create an interlocking grid of responsibilities and comforts that leave no room for God’s supernatural work. Christians are called to be witnesses who tell the truth about Christ with urgency, recognizing that Christ’s return could happen suddenly and unexpectedly. The sermon calls for availability to God’s mission, whether locally or globally, and warns against the mission-killing boredom of a purely self-centered existence. Main Points: 1. Jesus Interrupts Our Natural Pursuits -God’s mission often redirects us from perfectly natural (but not ultimate) pursuits -The disciples asked a logical question about restoring Israel’s kingdom, but Jesus had a bigger plan -Mission isn’t just avoiding sin, it’s being available for God’s supernatural purposes 2. Jesus Makes Us No More or Less Than Witnesses -A witness simply tells the truth—no more, no less -We shouldn’t hide our faith or force it on others -Good deeds complement but don’t replace verbal proclamation of the gospel 3. Jesus Motivates Us with Urgency -Christ could return suddenly, miraculously, unexpectedly -We don’t know how much time we have to live on mission -Our lives should reflect the urgency of the gospel, not just drift through normalcy Scripture Referenced: Acts 1:1-11 (primary passage); Hebrews 12:1; 2 Timothy 2:4; Hebrews 13:8; 2 Peter 3:9; Matthew 28:18-20 Community Group Guide: Begin with Prayer Begin by thanking God for bringing your group together and asking the Holy Spirit to guide your discussion and reveal how He wants to work through each person present. Discussion Questions Read Acts 1:1-11 together before discussing the following questions. 1. Why do you think Jesus redirected the disciples’ question about restoring Israel’s kingdom? What does this teach us about God’s priorities versus our own? 2. The sermon mentioned that “no soldier gets entangled in civilian pursuits” (2 Timothy 2:4). Is there anywhere normalcy has killed your mission? Where might normal (not sinful) pursuits be quietly crowding out God’s mission in your life? 3. How does the difference between being a witness versus being judge, jury, and executioner change the way we should approach sharing our faith with others? 4. Do the people you interact with regularly know you’re a Christian? If not, what’s one natural way you could make your faith known this week? 5. On a scale of 1-10, how available are you to God interrupting your five-year plan? What makes you hesitant? What would help you become more available? 6. How can you begin cultivating a God-designed life instead of a self-designed one? What’s one specific step you need to take this week? Personal Reflection and Practical Application Prayerfully reflect on the following and ask God to help you identify where and how to move forward in His pursuits: 1. Where is Jesus trying to interrupt my natural pursuits right now? 2. Who in my life (neighbors/coworkers/family) needs to hear me bear witness to Christ? 3. If I truly believed Jesus could return tomorrow, what would I do differently today? Worship Setlist: Christ Be Magnified; Shout to the Lord; Firm Foundation (He Won’t); All Hail King Jesus; O Praise the Name

    34 min

  7. MAR 15

    I AM the Door

    This sermon explores Jesus’ declaration “I am the door” from John 10, highlighting both His deity and His role as the exclusive means of salvation. Tracing the theme of “doors” throughout Scripture—from the Garden of Eden to the torn temple veil—the message shows how Jesus is the only way back into God’s presence. Jesus draws on imagery familiar to His listeners, referencing two types of sheep pens in first-century Israel: communal village pens with gatekeepers and countryside pens where the shepherd himself served as the door. In this image, Jesus reveals Himself as both the door to eternal salvation and the gateway to abundant life in the present. The sermon calls believers to learn the Shepherd’s voice through Scripture and prayer, live in their new identity in Christ, and practice gratitude in every circumstance. Rather than restricting life, Jesus offers true freedom and satisfaction that surpass anything the world offers. Main Points: - Jesus declares His deity – When Jesus says, “I am,” He connects to God’s revelation to Moses in Exodus 3 (“I AM sent you”) -Jesus is the door of salvation – He is the ONLY way to enter into relationship with God, not just one option among many -Jesus is the door to abundant life – Salvation isn’t just about eternity; Jesus offers life to the full NOW -We learn His voice through intimacy – Prolonged familiarity, repeated exposure, and relational closeness help us recognize the Shepherd’s voice -The door theme throughout Scripture – From the Garden of Eden to the torn temple veil, God has been revealing Jesus as the way back to Him Scripture Referenced: John 10:1-10 (primary passage); Exodus 3 (I AM); John 8-9 (context); Genesis 6 (Noah and the ark); Exodus 12 (Passover); Ephesians 2; Acts 4; Psalm 121:8; Philippians 4:19; Psalm 63; 1 John 1:6; 2 Corinthians 5:17; 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 Community Group Guide: Begin with Prayer Begin by thanking God for bringing your group together and asking the Holy Spirit to guide your discussion and reveal how He wants to work through each person present. Discussion Questions Read John 10:1-10 together before discussing the following questions. 1) How does Jesus healing the blind man in John 9 (especially on the Sabbath) set up the tension with the Pharisees in chapter 10? 2) Jesus says He is THE door, not A door. In a culture that often says there are many ways to God, this claim can feel uncomfortable. - Why do you think Jesus’ claim is difficult for many people today? - How do you personally respond to the idea that Jesus is the only way? 3) Jason mentioned that sheep know their shepherd’s voice through “prolonged familiarity, repeated exposure, and relational closeness.” - How would you honestly assess your ability to recognize Jesus’ voice right now? - What practices help you become more familiar with His voice? - What “other voices” compete for your attention most often? 4) Jesus says He came to give life “to the full” in the present, not just eternal life later. - What does abundant life in Christ look like practically? - How is this different from what the world calls “the good life”? 5) 2 Corinthians 5:17 says, “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!” - What “old self” patterns do you find yourself returning to? - What would it look like to live more fully in your new identity? Personal Reflection and Practical Application Choose one or more of the following to practice this week: Option 1: Learn His Voice - Spend time each day reading Scripture (start with John 10-15) and ask, “What is the tone and heart of Jesus here?” - Journal what you sense He is revealing to you about who He is and what that might mean about how He sees you - Share with your community group next week what you discovered Option 2: Live in Your New Identity - Identify one “old self” pattern you’re struggling with - Find 2-3 Scripture verses about your new identity in Christ, particularly related to that struggle if possible - Memorize them and speak them aloud when you are tempted to return to the old pattern Option 3: Practice Gratitude - Each evening, write down three things you’re grateful for, focusing specifically on God’s character and provision - Include at least one thing from a difficult circumstance - Notice how this practice affects your perspective by week’s end Option 4: Share the Door - Pray for one person in your life who doesn’t know Jesus as the door to salvation - Look for an opportunity to have an honest conversation about faith this week. Ask the Spirit to lead you in this – that He would give you the words to say, that your words would be seasoned with salt and shared in love Memorize John 10:9-10: “ I am the door; if anyone enters through Me, he will be saved, and will go in and out and find pasture. 10 The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I came that they may have life, and have it abundantly.” Worship Setlist: The Way; You Only; King of Kings; In Christ Alone; Yet Not I But Through Christ in Me

    35 min

  8. MAR 8

    I AM the Light of the World

    This sermon explores Jesus’ declaration, “I am the light of the world” (John 8), spoken during the Jewish Feast of Tabernacles. During this festival, large lampstands in the temple reminded Israel of God’s guiding presence in the wilderness. Against that backdrop, Jesus declares that He Himself is the true light, the returned presence of God among His people. Through the story of the woman caught in adultery, we see that Jesus exposes darkness not with condemnation but with compassion. Ultimately, the cross becomes the moment when the Light of the World moves into the deepest darkness to defeat sin and death. Because of this, believers are called to be WITH the Light, WALK in the Light through confession, and LIVE as the Light as God’s agents in dark places. Main Points: *Jesus’ presence exposes darkness with compassion, not condemnation *The safest place to be is in the Light, where sin is exposed and dealt with *As children of light, we are called to be WITH the light, WALK in the light, and LIVE as the light Scripture Referenced: John 8:2-16 (primary passage); John 3:16-21; Matthew 5:14-16; 1 John 1:5-9; Psalm 27:1; Ephesians 5:8; Luke 19:10; Acts 8-9 (Saul’s conversion); Ezekiel 10-11 (God’s glory leaving the temple); Exodus 40 (God’s presence in the tabernacle) Community Group Guide: Begin with Prayer Begin by thanking God for bringing your group together and ask the Holy Spirit to guide your discussion and reveal how He wants to work through each person present. Pray for your community group to be a community that celebrates confession and walks in the light together. Discussion Questions Read John 8:2-16 together before discussing the following questions. 1. What in this passage stands out to you? Does this text reveal anything to you about the character of God? 2. Read John 3:16-21 together. According to verse 17, why did God send Jesus into the world? How does this passage shape our understanding of Jesus as light? 3. Jason said, “The greatest thing that happened to her was that she was brought before Jesus and her darkness was exposed.” Why might that feel counterintuitive? When has exposing sin in your life actually led to freedom? 4. Why do you think we often believe the lie that life is found in darkness rather than trusting that exposure and confession lead to freedom and healing? 5. Read 1 John 1:5-9 together. What promises does this passage give us about confession? What happens when we walk in the light together? 6. In what ‘dark places’ has God positioned you as a light, whether at work, in your neighborhood, or among family members who don’t know Christ? Personal Reflection and Practical Application Use the following prompts as you go throughout this week: 1. “Be WITH the Light” – set aside time to be with God in prayer, solitude, His word, through worship in song, or any other means that stir your affections for Him. 2. “WALK in the Light” – Thank God for meeting you with compassion when you confess. Ask Him for courage to confess any areas where you’ve been walking in darkness. Then find a trusted friend and share any ways you may have chosen darkness instead of the light. (If you need further support as you pursue the freedom found in Christ, join us for Re:generation on Monday nights at 6:30 PM in the auditorium.) 3. “LIVE as the Light” – pray daily for someone you know that does not know Christ. Ask God specifically: “Where would you have me shine Your light?” Be open to opportunities to share your faith as the Spirit leads. Pray for the specific “dark rooms” where God has placed each person in your Community Group to shine His light. Memorize John 8:12: “Again Jesus spoke to them, saying, ‘I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.'” Worship Setlist: Ancient Gates; This I Believe; Holy Forever; All Sufficient Merit; Build My Life

    44 min
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This podcast is produced by Watermark Fort Worth, a local church in Fort Worth, Texas. We exist to be and call all people to be fully devoted followers of Jesus Christ.

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    Watermark Fort Worth
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