Sermons Archive - Forest Hills Church

Apr 11, 2026

“Love Divine, All Loves Excelling”

This Sunday we will begin a new series based on selected hymns from Charles Wesley. Known for bringing together poetic skill and theological depth, Wesley helped shape the Methodist church. Join us as this week as we review hymn #384, Love Divine, All Loves Excelling.

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Apr 11, 2026“Love Divine, All Loves Excelling”

Apr 11, 2026
“Love Divine, All Loves Excelling”

By: Andrew Bonsell
Series: All Loves Excelling
This Sunday we will begin a new series based on selected hymns from Charles Wesley. Known for bringing together poetic skill and theological depth, Wesley helped shape the Methodist church. Join us as this week as we review hymn #384, Love Divine, All Loves Excelling.
Apr 4, 2026“Prayer as Anthem: Declared Victory”

Apr 4, 2026
“Prayer as Anthem: Declared Victory”

By: Pastor Andrew Bonsell
Series: Change Your World: Engaging The Power Of Prayer
Easter Sunday is upon us! Join us this week as we celebrate the victory of Jesus and offer up our prayers as anthems!
Mar 29, 2026“Prayer as Submission: Living Sacrifice”

Mar 29, 2026
“Prayer as Submission: Living Sacrifice”

By: Andrew Bonsell
Series: Change Your World: Engaging The Power Of Prayer
Holy Week begins as we follow Jesus to the cross of Good Friday. Join us as we learn the meaning of the term “living sacrifice”.
Mar 22, 2026“Prayer as Praise: Divine Magnification”

Mar 22, 2026
“Prayer as Praise: Divine Magnification”

By: Andrew Bonsell
Series: Change Your World: Engaging The Power Of Prayer
This Sunday we will consider the great power (and responsibility) we have when it comes to magnifying the Lord. Find out how you can incorporate praise into your prayers!
Mar 12, 2026“Prayer as Listening”

Mar 12, 2026
“Prayer as Listening”

By: Andrew Bonsell
Series: Change Your World: Engaging The Power Of Prayer
When we come to God in prayer, we are used to doing all the talking, but God wants to get a word in as well. Join us this Sunday as we learn how to listen to the Lord.
Mar 8, 2026“Prayer as Meditation: Spiritual Evaluation”

Mar 8, 2026
“Prayer as Meditation: Spiritual Evaluation”

By: Tracy Bonsell
Series: Change Your World: Engaging The Power Of Prayer
This week we will be specifically honoring the women in our midst who serve the Lord in many ways week in and week out. Join us for United Women of Faith (UWF) Sunday and don’t miss the chance to hear Pastor Andrew’s wife Tracy, share a sermon on prayer as meditation!
Mar 1, 2026“Prayer as Singing: Melodic Worship”

Mar 1, 2026
“Prayer as Singing: Melodic Worship”

By: Andrew Bonsell
Series: Change Your World: Engaging The Power Of Prayer
St. Augustine once said, “He who sings prays twice.” Music is a powerful part of our prayer lives, a part that most of us do not tap into. Join us this week as we explore the role of music in our prayer life!
Feb 20, 2026“Prayer as Thanksgiving: Expressed Appreciation”

Feb 20, 2026
“Prayer as Thanksgiving: Expressed Appreciation”

By: Andrew Bonsell
Series: Change Your World: Engaging The Power Of Prayer
This week brings us to the topic of thanksgiving. We are pretty good at making a holiday out of it, but how does it play into our prayer life? Join us as we discuss this important aspect of prayer!
Feb 14, 2026“Prayer as Petition: Personal Supplication”

Feb 14, 2026
“Prayer as Petition: Personal Supplication”

By: Pastor Andrew Bonsell
Series: Change Your World: Engaging The Power Of Prayer
This Sunday we will talk through the petitioning aspect of prayer. God desires that we ask him for what we need, and this we do in faith! Join us as we continue to delve deeper into the power of prayer.
Feb 6, 2026“Prayer as Intercession: Earnest Appeal”

Feb 6, 2026
“Prayer as Intercession: Earnest Appeal”

By: Andrew Bonsell
Series: Change Your World: Engaging The Power Of Prayer
We may have heard the term “intercessor” before, but what does it mean exactly? How does it affect our lives? Join us this week as we explore this crucial aspect of our prayer life!
Jan 28, 2026“Prayer as Watching: Mental Awareness”

Jan 28, 2026
“Prayer as Watching: Mental Awareness”

By: Andrew Bonsell
Series: Change Your World: Engaging The Power Of Prayer
Sometimes, when it comes to prayer, we are sleeping our way through. Christ calls us to be awake and alert! Join us as we learn about the watchfulness of prayer.
Jan 25, 2026“Praying Scripture: Appropriated Faith”

Jan 25, 2026
“Praying Scripture: Appropriated Faith”

By: Andrew Bonsell
Series: Change Your World: Engaging The Power Of Prayer
Have you ever sat down intending to pray and you just can’t find the words to say? Turn to God’s word! Join us next week as we talk about how to pray scripture!
Jan 15, 2026“Prayer as Confession: Declared Admission”

Jan 15, 2026
“Prayer as Confession: Declared Admission”

By: Andrew Bonsell
Series: Change Your World: Engaging The Power Of Prayer

Confession might be one of the hardest things we do when it comes to prayer, but when we consider its benefits, we will find admitting our guilt to be far better than any other options. Join us this Sunday as we learn more!
Jan 9, 2026“Prayer as Waiting: Soul Surrender”

Jan 9, 2026
“Prayer as Waiting: Soul Surrender”

By: Andrew Bonsell
Series: Change Your World: Engaging The Power Of Prayer

Last week Amanda Lucas walked us through the starting point for our prayers: praise and adoration. Our next step feels like a stop: surrender. What do we do when our prayers become a time of waiting?
Jan 3, 2026“Framed by Praise”

Jan 3, 2026
“Framed by Praise”

By: Amanda Lucas
Series: Change Your World: Engaging The Power Of Prayer
This week, our Worship Director Amanda Lucas, will be sharing with us the importance of including praise into our prayers. Join us as we change our world by engaging the power of prayer!
Dec 28, 2025Toppling the Vending Machine Idol

Dec 28, 2025
Toppling the Vending Machine Idol

By: Pastor Andrew Bonsell
Series: Change Your World: Engaging The Power Of Prayer
This Sunday we celebrate as five new members join our congregation!
Dec 23, 2025“The Gift of Presence”

Dec 23, 2025
“The Gift of Presence”

By: Andrew Bonsell
Series: The Gift: Advent Sermon Series

In Christ we have been given fellowship with God and one another, forgiveness of sins and ultimately the promise that we are never alone. Join us as we explore the gift of presence on this final Sunday of Advent!
Dec 14, 2025“The Gift of Seeking”

Dec 14, 2025
“The Gift of Seeking”

By: Andrew Bonsell
Series: The Gift: Advent Sermon Series

This week, we will take a look at the story of the wise men as they set out to find a newborn king. Join us as we learn about the gift of seeking!
Dec 7, 2025“The Gift of Movement”

Dec 7, 2025
“The Gift of Movement”

By: Andrew Bonsell
Series: The Gift: Advent Sermon Series

Have you ever wondered why God would choose lowly shepherds to be the first heralds of his birth? This Sunday we will hear the story from their perspective and find out why movement is such a gift.
Nov 29, 2025“The Gift of Others”

Nov 29, 2025
“The Gift of Others”

By: Andrew Bonsell
Series: The Gift: Advent Sermon Series

Advent begins this week! As we prepare for the season and purchase presents, we remember that Christ is the true gift. He is the reason for the season. In Christ, we receive many additional gifts. We discuss a new one each week as we anticipate the coming of our newborn King!