First Pres Orlando Sermons
Sunday morning teachings from First Presbyterian Church of Orlando
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359 episodes
Better Together | July 12, 2026
Dr. Jack Peebles | Ecclesiastes 4:1–12The Teacher says that in a world of pressure, comparison, and quiet loneliness, life “under the sun” can leave us isolated - even among others. Companionship is a gift, but it cannot satisfy our deep...
America, America, God Shed His Grace on Thee | July 5, 2026
Dr. Case Thorp | 1 Peter 2:9-17The 250th anniversary of our country is significant, indeed, and Christianity has played a key role in her formation. Of course, we want Christianity to play a key role going forward, even as our nation div...
God's Homing Device | June 28, 2026
Dr. David Swanson | Ecclesiastes 3:9-22We are not built to understand everything. The big picture would overwhelm us, but we ARE built to pursue the biggest thing - eternity with God. He made us in a way that our hearts long to find Him....
God's Ordering of Time | June 21, 2026
Pastoral Intern Ben Willsey | Ecclesiastes 3:1-8Time is a tremendous challenge for us. It moves slow at points and too fast at others. We never seem to have enough and we know ours will one day run out. God, thankfully, orders the season...
The Failure of Pleasure, Wisdom and Work | June 14, 2026
Rev. Tanner Fox | Ecclesiastes 2:1, 10-14, 17, 23These are three common visions of a life that can overcome the curse. We cling to them because they are something to do in the face of the challenges and sadnesses of a broken world. If I ...
Use Your Head! | June 7, 2026
Dr. David Swanson | Ecclesiastes 1:12-18We will often use bubbles to hide in to protect ourselves from reality - to make ourselves believe this is really home when it is not. We are nomads. No amount of wisdom or laughter or commercial s...
What's the Point? | May 31, 2026
Dr. David Swanson | Ecclesiastes 1:1-11It's a question that has plagued the human mind from the beginning. Ecclesiastes is an exploration of that question beginning with the circular nature of life - that no matter how hard we try, we wo...
The Waiting Is the Hardest Part | May 24, 2026
Dr. Paul Gibson | Acts 1:1-11Jesus told the disciples in Acts 1:4, "Do not leave Jerusalem, but wait for the gift my Father promised...the Holy Spirit." The disciples had this promise, but still had to wait until the day of Pentecost to ...
Carry On | May 17, 2026
Dr. David Swanson | Revelation 3:7-12Building on the message from May 3, the church at Thyatira faced false teaching as well, and they did something about it - those who would not accept discipline were thrown out of the church. We have ...
Important Women | May 10, 2026
Dr. David Swanson | 2 Timothy 1:3-7Paul writes of the rich legacy of faith he was left by particular women, an important theme on Mother's Day.
Standing Firm | May 3, 2026
Dr. David Swanson | Revelation 2:18-29It is becoming increasingly hard to identify as a Christian and not take some heat for it or be faced with hostility. This was the situation for Thyatira as well. God writes to that church to encoura...
Take Off The Grave Clothes | April 26, 2026
Rev. Tanner Fox | John 11:38-44Jesus reveals the power He has over death in this story with Lazarus. The same power that will bring Him back from the dead, defeating our final enemy and inviting us to walk in newness of life! Even after ...
You Can't Always Get What You Want | April 19, 2026
Dr. David Swanson | James 4:1-10People seem angry these days and it's mostly because they can't get what they want. On this Confirmation, we are grateful, because in the words of the Rolling Stones, you now have "what you need."
Peace Be With You | April 12, 2026
Dr. Jack Peebles | John 20:19-29The risen Jesus appears to fearful, uncertain disciples - not with judgment, but with peace. His resurrection presence turns locked rooms into places of commissioning. Easter does not end at the empty tomb...
The Fury of Hope | April 5, 2026
Dr. David Swanson | 1 Corinthians 15:1-10, 47-58Paul lays out an important apologtic for why we believe the resurrection is true. When we do, then we will act today based on what we believe will happen in the future. Even in tough times,...
A Memorable Ride | March 29, 2026
Dr. David Swanson | Luke 19:28-40The details surrounding Jesus' triumphant ride into Jerusalem give us many clues about what was to come, but also His divine nature.
Thirst | March 22, 2026
Dr. David Swanson | John 19:28We are a thirsty people, but little quenches. Jesus' words from the cross reveal our own thirst and the depths of His own suffering to quench it.
Work As Unto the Lord | March 15, 2026
Dr. Case Thorp | Deuteronomy 8:10-18Work can become an idol that distracts us from intimacy with God. What is a good theology of work that aligns such work to Kingdom purposes and doesn't become that illusive idol we serve?
A Secure Future | March 8, 2026
Dr. David Swanson | Psalm 145:4, 13-21As we point to the next 150 years, we can take great comfort in God's dominion and faithfulness through ALL generations. Our task is to continue to love Him well, to desire Him fully in all the chall...
One Reason | March 1, 2026
Dr. Jack Peebles | Psalm 145:1-12It would be tempting to stand on the precipice of such a milestone and pat ourselves on the back, but David makes it clear that praise belongs to One and only One. He is the reason we are still here after...
A 150 Year Reset | February 22, 2026
Dr. David Swanson | Psalm 90:1-12As we get ready to celebrate 150 years, Psalm 90 offers us a helpful reset on the important things to remember at such a time—who we belong to, who is in charge, who is making a mess of it, and why such r...
Heaven Is Global | February 15, 2026
Rev. Alexa Holcomb | Revelation 22:1-5When we think about our call to global mission, we often think (rightly!) about being obedient to the Great Commission. But do we reflect on the beauty of that promise fulfilled, that heaven will be ...
From Fear to Fruit - Jump In! | February 8, 2026
Dr. David Swanson | Matthew 6:30-34Jesus' words in Matthew 6 discuss our fears and insecurities, things that often keep us from being full participants in God's Kingdom work. Jesus flips it around when He says if we'll seek Him first - j...
Fully Prepared | February 1, 2026
Dr. David Swanson | Ephesians 4:11-13It is increasingly difficult to faithfully live the Christian life in this culture, but if we have any shot, we have to focus on being equipped and prepared, something the church is called to do.
Practice Belonging | January 25, 2026
Rev. Tanner Fox | Ephesians 4:1-6Ephesians gives us a beautiful picture of moving from death to life in Christ while also offering us a vision of what this life ought to look like! After Paul describes all who are being brought in, Jews ...