Hope Presbyterian Church (PCA)

Pastor Will Stern · explorehopechurch.org

Welcome to the sermon podcast of Hope Presbyterian Church in Media, Pennsylvania. At Hope, we believe the Bible is God's Word and that it reveals the hope found in Jesus Christ. Each week, you'll hear verse-by-verse, gospel-centered preaching that explains the Scriptures, applies them to everyday life, and points us to Christ. Whether you're exploring Christianity, looking for a church home, or seeking to grow in your faith, we pray these sermons encourage you to know Christ more deeply and follow Him more faithfully. To learn more about Hope Presbyterian Church, visit our website. We would love to welcome you to worship with us each Sunday at 10:30 a.m. in Media, Pennsylvania.

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Episodes 34

John 6:29-35 | "You Don’t Need a Sign”
6d ago
What would it take for you to believe in Jesus? The crowd in John 6 had witnessed Jesus feed 5,000 people and had tasted the bread with their own mouths, yet they still demanded another sign. Jesus shows them that their deepest need is not another miracle or more evidence—it is Him. He declares, “I am the bread of life,” offering Himself as the only One who can truly satisfy our deepest hunger and thirst. In this sermon, we consider why we are often tempted to demand more from God and why Jesus Himself is better than anything else we could seek. Discussion Questions What would it take for you
John 6:26-29 | "What Should We Work for in Life?"
13d ago
What are you working for in life? We spend our time, energy, and resources pursuing many things—health, wealth, achievement, pleasure, and success. But Jesus warns us that these things ultimately perish. In John 6:26–29, Jesus calls us to stop living for what cannot last and instead to work for the food that endures to eternal life. That food is ultimately found in Christ Himself, and we receive it by faith. How should faith then reshape the way we spend our lives? Outline I. What We Shouldn’t Work For: Food That Perishes — vv. 26–27a The crowd was looking for Jesus. They were looking for Him
Philippians 1:27-30
20d ago
Philippians 1:27-30 Pastoral Intern Colin Sareyka
John 6:16-21 | "Jesus in the Storm”
1mo ago
Storms are inevitable. Sometimes life is smooth sailing, and then suddenly everything changes—a difficult diagnosis, financial hardship, broken relationships, or unexpected suffering. How should Christians respond when the storms of life come? In this sermon from John 6:16–21, we see that Jesus does not promise His disciples a life free from trials. Instead, He faithfully shepherds His people through every storm. As the disciples struggle against the wind and waves, Jesus reveals Himself as the great "I AM," intercedes for His people, and ultimately brings them safely to shore. This passage re
John 6:1-15 | "Lessons from the Feeding of the Five Thousand"
1mo ago
The feeding of the five thousand is one of only two miracles recorded in all four Gospels, highlighting its unique importance. Why did every Gospel writer include it? In John 6:1–15, this miracle reveals who Jesus is. He is the greater Moses who delivers His people, the compassionate Savior who sees our needs, the Lord who tests and strengthens our faith, the One who uses small things to accomplish great purposes, the abundant Provider who satisfies His people, and the humble King who came to serve rather than be served. Join us as we discover six great truths about Jesus and why He alone dese
John 5:30-47 | "Don't Miss Jesus"
1mo ago
Why do religious people reject Jesus? In John 5:30–47, Jesus confronts the religious leaders of His day with a sobering truth: it is possible to know the Scriptures, practice religion, and still miss the Savior. They searched the Scriptures, but failed to see that they pointed to Christ. They were devoted to religious activity, but lacked a genuine love for God. They admired Moses, yet missed the One to whom Moses pointed. This sermon reminds us that the greatest danger is not merely rejecting Jesus through unbelief, but missing Him through outward religion. The Bible exists to lead us to Chri
John 5:24-29 | "Why should you believe in Jesus?"
1mo ago
Why should you believe in Jesus? In John 5:24–29, Jesus gives two compelling reasons. First, He has life in Himself and is able to give spiritual life to those who are dead in their sins. Second, He has been given authority to judge the living and the dead. One day, every person will hear His voice—either as the voice that called them to life through the gospel or as the voice that summons them to stand before His judgment seat. This passage calls us to hear Christ's voice today, believe in Him for eternal life, and examine ourselves in light of the coming judgment. It also comforts every beli
John 5:18–24 | The Divine Authority of the Son
1mo ago
The Divine Authority of the Son In John 5:18–24, Jesus responds to accusations of blasphemy after declaring His unique relationship with the Father. Rather than retreating from the controversy, He reveals profound truths about His divine identity and authority. In this sermon, we examine two works that belong to God alone—giving life and executing judgment—and the three responses these truths demand from every person: honoring Christ, believing in Him, and marveling at His glory. Jesus is not merely a great teacher or prophet; He is the eternal Son of God, equal with the Father, worthy of our
John 5:1-17 | "God Is Not Distant and Impersonal"
2mo ago
In John 5:1–17, Jesus encounters a man who had been paralyzed for thirty-eight years and transforms his life with a simple word of command. Yet the miracle reveals a deeper problem—not merely physical paralysis, but the human tendency to view God as distant and impersonal. In this sermon, we explore three spiritual distortions that grow from that root: superstition, legalism, and antinomianism. Each seeks something from God while neglecting God Himself. Through Christ's healing, teaching, and warning, we learn that true Christianity is not about magical power, rule-keeping, or self-directed li
John 4:46-54 | "The Fruit of Faith"
2mo ago
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.
John 4:25-42 | "How to Be a Faithful Witness"
2mo ago
In John 4:25–42, Jesus transforms three very different groups into faithful witnesses for the glory of God. The woman at the well encounters Jesus and immediately begins inviting others to meet Him. The disciples receive instruction from Jesus and learn to see the fields as white for harvest. The Samaritans spend time with Jesus and move from secondhand faith to personal conviction, confessing Him as "the Savior of the world." In this sermon, we discover that faithful witness does not begin with better techniques, but with a deeper relationship with Christ. Some need an encounter with Jesus. S
John 4:20-24 | "Jesus Answers Two Questions About Worship"
3mo ago
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, gath
John 4:16-19 | "Grace and Truth"
3mo ago
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 Gra
John 4:7-15 | “Living Water"
3mo ago
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 Cister
John 4:1-7 | “Sinner-Seeking Savior”
3mo ago
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. Sermo
John 3:31-36
4mo ago
John 3:31-36 Colin Sareyka, Pastoral Intern Download
Isaiah 58:13-14 | "Delighting in the Sabbath"
4mo ago
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. An
John 3:22-30 | “He Must Increase, I Must Decrease”
4mo ago
What if your lack of joy, constant comparison, or tendency to argue is actually rooted in pride? In this sermon from John 3, we explore how pride quietly shapes our lives—and how true humility frees us to find lasting joy by exalting Christ instead of ourselves.
Isaiah 52:13-15 | Good Friday
4mo ago
What if your suffering isn’t meaningless—but part of God’s plan to prepare you for glory? In this sermon from Isaiah 52:13–15, we look to the Suffering Servant—Jesus Christ—to understand how to face suffering with hope, confidence, and even purpose. Isaiah shows us both the heights of Christ’s exaltation and the depths of His suffering, reminding us that the path to glory always runs through the cross. As those united to Christ by faith, our lives follow the same pattern: suffering now, glory to come. And even more, God uses our suffering for redemptive purposes beyond what we can see.
John 3:19-21
5mo ago
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John 3:16-18
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John 3:9-13
5mo ago
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John 3:4-8
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John 3:1-3
6mo ago
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John 4:16-19 | "Grace and Truth"

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John 6:29-35 | "You Don’t Need a Sign”

John 6:26-29 | "What Should We Work for in Life?"

Philippians 1:27-30

John 6:16-21 | "Jesus in the Storm”

John 6:1-15 | "Lessons from the Feeding of the Five Thousand"

John 5:30-47 | "Don't Miss Jesus"

John 5:24-29 | "Why should you believe in Jesus?"

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

John 4:25-42 | "How to Be a Faithful Witness"

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

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

John 4:7-15 | “Living Water"

John 4:1-7 | “Sinner-Seeking Savior”

John 3:31-36

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

John 3:22-30 | “He Must Increase, I Must Decrease”

Isaiah 52:13-15 | Good Friday

John 3:19-21

John 3:16-18

John 3:14-15

John 3:9-13

John 3:4-8

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