West Kilbride Parish Church

Matthew 26: 1-16 - Jesus is anointed

We continue our series in Matthew's gospel, and we read of Jesus being anointed with expensive perfume at Bethany. In this sermon, we see Mary's great act of devotion sandwiched between the chief priests plotting to kill Jesus and Judas plotting to betray Jesus. And we ask the question - which is the bigger waste? The perfume poured over Jesus head or the three years that Judas has spent with Jesus which hasn't softened his heart. Hopefully we see that Mary's act of great love for Jesus is not a waste - and that we too ought to love Jesus wholeheartedly.

First preached: 16th February 2025.

Speaker: James McNay.

Matthew 25: 31-46 - The Final Judgement

In this sermon, we look at Jesus final teaching on the end times and the separation of the sheep and the goats.

We think of the consequences of rejecting Jesus by not showing the fruit that shows we are a true disciple but also the glorious inheritance of the kingdom for those who trust in Jesus and walk with him.

First preached: 9th February 2025.

Speaker: James McNay.

Colossians 3: 1-11 - New Life in Christ

In this Sunday Evening sermon, we think about the new life that we have in Christ. And we think also about having a heavenly perspective that is fully focused on Christ - who is our all in all.

First preached: 2nd February 2025.

Speaker: James McNay.

James 2: 14-26 - Faith and Works - Paul Algeo, Blythswood Care

We were delighted to have Paul Algeo from Blythswood Care with us sharing about the work of Blythswood and from James 2: 14-26 - Faith and Works.

First preached: 2nd February 2025.

Speaker: Paul Algeo.

Matthew 25: 14-30 - The Parable of the Three Servants

In this sermon on Matthew 25: 14-30, we consider the Parable of the Three Servants (perhaps more commonly recognised as the Parable of the Talents) as Jesus continues his teaching on the End Times. We think about being ready - but also the need to be prepared and making sure that we are. This sermon was preached on the Sunday after Storm Eowyn and so the illustration of the Red Alert which appeared on smartphones throughout the Central Belt of Scotland is used.

First preached: 26th January 2025.

Speaker: James McNay.

The Ten Bridesmaids (Matthew 25: 1-13) - Making sure we are ready!

In this sermon from Matthew 25: 1-13 we resume our study in Matthew's Gospel looking at the Parable of the Ten Bridesmaids. This parable is part of Jesus' teaching about the end times as he comes towards the end of his earthly life. In this parable, he encourages the disciples to be ready and to be prepared - and the dire consequences if they aren't. Similarly, we are encouraged to be ready and to be wise - and to be locked in with Jesus for eternity!

First preached: 19th January 2025.

Speaker: James McNay.

Hebrews 1 - Jesus is the Son of God

In this sermon, David Clark helpfully leads us through Hebrews 1 and asks the question as to whether we think of Jesus as a baby, man or the Son of God.

 

First preached: 12th January 2025.

Speaker: David Clark.

Luke 2: 41-52 - Jesus at the Temple

In this sermon, we think about how the story of Jesus continues post-Christmas and doesn't stop. We consider the story of Jesus at the temple and the lessons that we can learn as we enter 2025.

First preached: 5th January 2025.

Speaker: James McNay.

Advent 3 - Joy - Matthew 2: 1-12

In this sermon, we think about joy mainly from Matthew 2: 1-12 and the story of the wise men.

We also think about general revelation and special revelation - and how although the Wise Men began with a general revelation that the King of the Jews was born, it was through special revelation that they ended up with a personal encounter with Jesus - and they worshipped him.

First preached: 15th December 2024.

Speaker: James McNay.

Advent 2 - Peace - Isaiah 9 and Luke 2

For the second Sunday in Advent, Robin Davis leads us through the theme of 'Peace' from Isaiah 9 and Luke 2.

First preached: 8th December 2024

Speaker: Robin Davis.

Advent 1 - Peace - Isaiah 11

In this sermon for Advent, we look at Genesis 3, Isaiah 7 and 9 - but mainly Isaiah 11 which focuses on the 'Root of David' and the Kingdom that he will bring in. We see how Jesus brings hope to the Israelites - and also to us!

First preached: 1st December 2024.

Speaker: James McNay.

Luke 10: 25-37 - The Good Samaritan - Tearfund

For our morning service, we were delighted to welcome Robbie Morrison from Tearfund who shared about their work and also brought God's Word from Luke 10 - the story of the Good Samaritan.

First preached: 24th November 2024.

Speaker: Robbie Morrison.

Ephesians 1: 15-19a - Open the Eyes of my Heart

In this sermon at an Evening Service, Paul Selman brings a reflection on what 'Opening the eyes of our heart' truly means.

First preached: 3rd November 2024.

Speaker: Paul Selman.

Romans 3: 21-26 - But now...

In this sermon, having read all that Paul has said about all falling short of God's glory and all being sinners - we finally see the solution to sin. Because Jesus comes into the world and lays down his life. And anyone who believes in him is made right with God. We also explore a little about 'propitiation' and how the sacrifice of Jesus turns away the wrath of God against sin and sinners.

First preached: 3rd November 2024.

Speaker: James McNay.

Romans 3: 9-20 - The Sinful Condition

In this sermon, we look at Romans 3: 9-20 which concludes the first main part of Paul's letter to the Romans from 1:18 through to 3:20. We see how Paul has laid a firm foundation and shows that all are sinners and that no-one is righteous - it doesn't matter if you are Jew or Gentile. Therefore by the end of 3:20, the question in our minds ought to be... 'How then can we be saved?'