Walnut Grove
Welcome to Walnut Grove, your spiritual haven for insightful sermons and engaging Bible study! Immerse yourself in the wisdom of the scriptures as we explore the profound teachings of the Bible. Our podcast is dedicated to nurturing your faith and deepening your understanding of the Word. Join us each week as we deliver powerful sermons that inspire, motivate, and provide practical guidance for navigating life’s journey. Whether you’re seeking spiritual nourishment, a sense of community, or simply a deeper connection with your faith, Walnut Grove is here to support you on your spiritual path. Our Bible study sessions go beyond surface interpretations, delving into the historical context, cultural nuances, and timeless lessons found in the scriptures. Discover the relevance of biblical teachings to your everyday life and gain valuable insights that will empower you to live with purpose and grace. Hosted by passionate and knowledgeable Rev. Timothy (Tim) Shapley, Walnut Grove is committed to creating a welcoming space for individuals of all backgrounds and levels of faith. Tune in, engage with the teachings, and let the transformative power of the Bible guide you on your journey of spiritual growth. Subscribe to Walnut Grove today and embark on a fulfilling exploration of the scriptures that will deepen your connection with God and enrich your spiritual life.
Episodes
Sermon Date: 02/01/2026
Bible Verses:
- Various
Speaker: Rev. Timothy "Tim" Shapley
Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new
Introduction: Belief Is Never Private
Modern faith loves the phrase “It’s just between me and God.” The Apostles’ Creed politely—and firmly—disagrees.
The moment the Creed moves past “I believe in the Holy Spirit,” it moves straight into community.
Because the Spirit never creates isolated Chr...
Join Tim and John as they study Salt and Light.
Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new-beginning and https://uppbeat.io/t/pecan-pie/halloween-time
Transition Song: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/
IntroductionRight after describing the blessed life of His followers, Jesus uses two simple, everyday pictures that everyone understood: salt and light.
“You are the salt of the earth…” “You are the light of the world…” — M...
Sermon Date: 01/25/2026
Bible Verses:
- Various
Speaker: Rev. Timothy "Tim" Shapley
Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new
Introduction: We Want Control, God Wants Trust
We live in an age of planning, predicting, and protecting ourselves.
We track. We insure. We analyze. We worry.
And when life still goes sideways, we ask the same question in different forms: “Why didn’t this work?” “What did I miss?” “How do I fi...
Join Tim and John as they study the last Four Beatitudes.
Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new-beginning and https://uppbeat.io/t/pecan-pie/halloween-time
Transition Song: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/
Introduction to the Last Four BeatitudesIf the first four Beatitudes describe the heart of a disciple, the last four describe the life of a disciple—how a transformed heart expresses itself in a broken world.
These ...
Sermon Date: 01/18/2026
Bible Verses:
- Various
Speaker: Rev. Timothy "Tim" Shapley
Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new
Introduction: The Most Misunderstood Line in the Creed
When we say “I believe in the Holy Spirit,” many people get uncomfortable.
Some think of emotional excess. Some think of strange behavior. Some think of vague spiritual feelings. Others quietly think, “I believe in God the Father… I believ...
Join Tim and John as they study the first Four Beatitudes.
Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new-beginning and https://uppbeat.io/t/pecan-pie/halloween-time
Transition Song: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/
IntroductionAs Jesus opens the Sermon on the Mount, He doesn’t begin with commands, warnings, or theological arguments. He begins with blessing. Before He tells His disciples how to live, He tells them who they alr...
Sermon Date: 01/11/2026
Bible Verses:
- Various
Speaker: Rev. Timothy "Tim" Shapley
Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new
Introduction: Belief Has a Name
Last week, the Apostles’ Creed confronted us with a decision:
“I believe.”
Two words. A personal declaration. A line in the sand.
But belief does not float in the abstract. Belief always has an object. You don’t just believe something—you believe someone. And th...
Join Tim and John This New Year as they set the stage for the Sermon on the Mount.
Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new-beginning and https://uppbeat.io/t/pecan-pie/halloween-time
Transition Song: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/
1. The Setting A Sermon Unlike Any OtherMatthew 5–7 records the longest continuous sermon of Jesus that we possess. While Jesus preached many times, this sermon stands out for its scope, de...
Sermon Date: 01/04/2026
Bible Verses:
- Various
Speaker: Rev. Timothy "Tim" Shapley
Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new
Introduction: Belief Is Not Neutral
The Apostles’ Creed does not begin softly. It doesn’t ease us in. It doesn’t ask how we feel.
It doesn’t say:
- “I feel like…”
- “I hope that…”
- “I was raised to believe…”
It begins with a declaration that demands ownership:
“I believe.”
Those are not ...
Sermon Date: 12/28/2025
Bible Verses:
- 1 Corinthians 15:1-11
Speaker: Rev. Timothy "Tim" Shapley
Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new
Devotion: The Creed That Changed Everything
1 Corinthians 15:1–11
A creed is a short, authoritative statement of belief. Not a long explanation. Not a debate. Just the truth—clear enough to memorize, strong enough to stand on.
In 1 Corinthians 15, Paul hands us one of the earliest...
Sermon Date: 12/21/2025
Bible Verses:
- 1 Corinthians 10:31
Speaker: Rev. Timothy "Tim" Shapley
Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new-
Introduction: The Final Candle, the Final Word—Christ
On this final Sunday of Advent, we light two candles:
- The Candle of Love
- The Candle of Christ
These aren’t just ideas—they’re inseparable realities. The love of God is not a theory, it’s a person. And that person is J...
Sermon Date: 12/14/2025
Bible Verses:
- Psalm 98
Speaker: Rev. Timothy "Tim" Shapley
Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new-
Introduction: The Sound of Joy in a Weary World
We come today to the third Sunday of Advent—the Sunday of Joy. The pink candle, often called the Shepherds’ Candle, reminds us that the news of Christ’s coming brings joy so deep that it shakes the foundations of the world.
And what better hymn ...
Sermon Date: 12/7/2025
Bible Verses:
- Luke 2:8-14
Speaker: Rev. Timothy "Tim" Shapley
Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new-
Theme: “I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day”
Introduction: When Peace Feels Far Away
Advent is a season of promise—but it’s also a season of tension. We celebrate the coming of the Prince of Peace, yet we live in a world riddled with chaos, conflict, and pain. If you’ve ever been heartbroken...
Join Tim and John as they celebrate two years of the Podcast!
Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new-beginning and https://uppbeat.io/t/pecan-pie/halloween-time
Transition Song: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/
“Two Years Beneath the Grove”A Poem for the Walnut Grove Podcast – Celebrating Year Two
Two years of roots grown deep in grace, Of truth proclaimed from place to place, Of voices steady, kind, and sure— A gos...
Rev. Tim Shapley delivers a chapel message about Advent, reflecting on Jesus' first coming, the fulfillment of prophecy, and God’s faithfulness throughout history.
He explains the hope of Christ’s second coming through a simple overview of Revelation, encouraging listeners to wait with peace, joy, love, and readiness.
Sermon Date: 11/30/2025
Bible Verses:
- Haggai 2:7
- Isaiah 8:10
- Isaiah 7:14
Speaker: Rev. Timothy "Tim" Shapley
Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new-
Theme: “Come, Thou Long Expected Jesus”
Introduction: A Season of Waiting, A Candle of Hope
Advent isn’t just about looking back to the birth of Christ—it’s also about looking forward to His return. We're stuck living in the tension between what God has already done ...
Join Tim and John as they talk about life and study on Hymns.
Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new-beginning and https://uppbeat.io/t/pecan-pie/halloween-time
Transition Song: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/
Tim’s Favorite Hymns:
- Wonderful Grace of Jesus - Author: Haldor Lillenas (1918) Scripture: Romans 5:20 — “Where sin increased, grace abounded all the more.”
- Victory in Jesus - Author: Eugene Monroe Bartle...
Rev. Tim Shapley explores Psalm 107:1-9, showing how thanksgiving begins by remembering God’s unchanging goodness.
He highlights three truths: gratitude starts with who God is, it is the natural response of the redeemed, and it remembers God’s delivering and satisfying provision.
Be encouraged to tell your story, trust God’s faithfulness, and live a life of daily thanksgiving.
Join Tim and John as they talk about life and study on Friendship.
Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new-beginning and https://uppbeat.io/t/pecan-pie/halloween-time
Transition Song: https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/
Introduction: Biblical FriendshipFriendship is one of God’s most sacred gifts—and one of the most misunderstood. The world treats friendship as something casual, easily replaced, and mostly self-serving. I...
Sermon Date: 11/16/2025
Bible Verses:
- Psalm 115:3 – “Our God is in the heavens; He does all that He pleases.”
- Psalm 115:12–18 – The Lord remembers us, blesses us, and His praise endures forever.
- 1 Chronicles 29:11–12 – “Yours, O Lord, is the greatness, the power, the glory… for all that is in heaven and earth is Yours.”
- Romans 8:28 – “And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good.”
- Psalm 103 – He ru...
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