Walnut Grove

Sermon Date: 05/03/2026

Bible Verses:

• John 6:41-69

Speaker: Rev. Timothy "Tim" Shapley

Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new

Introduction

There are moments in life when everything comes down to one question.

Not ten questions. Not a list of options. Just one.

Where will I go?

In John 6, Jesus says some things that are hard.

Not confusing—hard.

Not unclear—uncomfortable.

So hard that people begin to leave.

Crowds...

Join Tim and John as they study how another message of Jesus from Matthew 24-25.

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

In Part 1 of the Olivet Discourse, Jesus warned His disciples about deception, conflict, suffering, and His unmistakable return.

He showed them what the world would be like between...

Sermon Date: 04/12/2026

Bible Verses:

• Acts:1:4-8

Speaker: Rev. Timothy "Tim" Shapley

Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new

Introduction

Last time we looked at The Great Commission in Matthew 28.

Jesus commanded His followers to go and make disciples of all nations.

But in Acts 1 we see something important.

Before the disciples could go…

they had to wait.

Jesus did not send them out immediately.

He told them to r...

Join Tim and John as they study how another message of Jesus from Matthew 24-25.

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

Matthew 24:1–3

After the Sermon on the Mount and many teachings and miracles, Jesus now moves into one of the most serious—and most complex—teachings in the Gospels: what we call t...

Join Tim and John as they study how to build our life on a firm foundation.

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

As Jesus brings the Sermon on the Mount to its conclusion, His words grow sharper—not because He is angry, but because what is at stake could not be more serious.

In Part 1, Jesus warne...

Sermon Date: 04/12/2026

Bible Verses:

• Matthew 28:16–20; Mark 16:14–16

Speaker: Rev. Timothy "Tim" Shapley

Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new

Introduction

These verses record some of the final words of Jesus before His ascension.

Whenever someone gives their last instructions, we listen carefully.

A general giving orders before battle. A father giving wisdom before leaving home. A leader preparing followers fo...

Join Tim and John as they study how to enter to a relationship with God, and the fruit we produce.

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:

As Jesus brings the Sermon on the Mount to a close, His tone shifts. The teaching becomes more urgent. The images become sharper. The warnings become clearer.

...

Sermon Date: 04/05/2026

Bible Verses:

• Luke 24

Speaker: Rev. Timothy "Tim" Shapley

Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new

Introduction

Everything in the Christian faith rises or falls on one event.

Not the teachings of Jesus.

Not the miracles of Jesus.

Not even the cross itself.

It is the resurrection.

If Jesus stayed in the grave, Christianity collapses.

Paul said it plainly in 1 Corinthians 15:

“If Christ has no...

Join Tim and John as they study how to judge Biblically.

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

Few verses in the Bible are quoted more often—or misunderstood more badly—than Matthew 7:1:

“Do not judge, or you too will be judged.”

This verse is frequently used as a conversation-stopper. Anytime som...

Sermon Date: 03/22/2026

Bible Verses:

• Luke 19:28-44

Speaker: Rev. Timothy "Tim" Shapley

Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new

Introduction

Palm Sunday is one of the most dramatic moments in the life of Jesus.

It is a day filled with excitement.

Crowds fill the streets. People wave palm branches. Garments are thrown onto the road. Voices shout praises to God.

For a moment it looks like Jesus is finally being reco...

Join Tim and John as they study how to not worry.

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:

Trusting Your Heavenly Father (Matthew 6:25–34)**

Jesus has just finished teaching His disciples about earthly treasure versus heavenly treasure. Now He goes straight to the biggest symptom of misplaced treasu...

Sermon Date: 03/22/2026

Bible Verses:

• Luke 17:1-10

Speaker: Rev. Timothy "Tim" Shapley

Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new

The disciples ask Jesus for something many of us have asked for:

“Increase our faith.”

They likely imagined faith like a muscle—something that could be bulked up with a divine spiritual protein shake. More faith, more miracles, more power.

But Jesus gives an unexpected answer.

He tells the...

Join Tim and John as they study how to and fast and desire heavenly treasures.

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 Matthew 6:16–24

In Matthew 6, Jesus continues to peel back the layers of what true righteousness looks like. He has already shown us that following Him is not just about what we d...

Sermon Date: 03/15/2026

Bible Verses:

• Luke 15:11-24

Speaker: Rev. Timothy "Tim" Shapley

Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new

Introduction

Luke 15 contains some of the most beautiful pictures of God’s heart in all of Scripture.

Jesus tells three stories:

• A lost sheep
• A lost coin
• A lost son

Each story answers a question the religious leaders were asking.

Luke 15:2 tells us:

“This man receives sinners a...

Join Tim and John as they study how to and pray the way Jesus taught.

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

(Matthew 6:9–15)

After warning His disciples not to pray like hypocrites who perform for people or like Gentiles who babble to impress their gods, Jesus does something incredibly helpful— He...

Sermon Date: 03/08/2026

Bible Verses:

• Luke 9:23-27

Speaker: Rev. Timothy "Tim" Shapley

Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new

Core Idea: Before there is resurrection power, there is surrender.

Introduction

We love the idea of resurrection.

We love the victory. We love the empty tomb. We love the power of God that raises the dead.

But Jesus makes something very clear: resurrection only comes after the cross.

You c...

Join Tim and John as they study how to give and pray.

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 Second Half

We have now reached the halfway point in Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount. So far, Jesus has shown us that God’s standard of righteousness goes far beyond what the scribes and Pharisees practic...

Sermon Date: 03/01/2026

Bible Verses:

• 1 Kings 11-14

Speaker: Rev. Timothy "Tim" Shapley

Theme: https://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/a-new

Jeroboam’s story is one of the most tragic in Scripture.

He was chosen. He was called. He was promised blessing.

And yet his name becomes a warning repeated for generations:

“He walked in the way of Jeroboam son of Nebat, who caused Israel to sin.”

Jeroboam is not just a historical figure...

Join Tim and John as they study how to love your enemies.

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

Jesus has been steadily raising the standard for what true righteousness looks like. He has taught us:

• how to control anger,
• how to guard ...