Noblesville First Sermons

Accountability | Rev. Dr. Jevon Caldwell-Gross

In our faith, sometimes Jesus slows us down or corrects us so we can see more clearly. His accountability is love in action—shaping us into stronger disciples and better teammates. As we move towards Palm Sunday and Holy Week, we invite you to consider: How is God calling you to accountability right now? What do you need to see more clearly so you can get back in the game of faith?Explore this theme of Accountability as our guest preacher, Rev. Dr. Jevon Caldwell-Gross, Director of Church Revitalization and New Church Development of the Indiana Conference of the United Methodist Church preaches. 

Servanthood | Rev. Brittney Stephan

that celebrates being seen, Jesus calls us to serve. In a culture that rewards standing out, Jesus calls us to lift others up. Servanthood is about choosing to show up, to support, to give, and to care, even when no one is keeping score.As a church, that is who we are called to be. Each of us has something to offer. Each of us has a role to play. And when we live that way, something powerful happens, not just in worship, but in the way we care for one another and our community.

Unity | Rev. Nicole Caldwell-Gross

Scripture reminds us of this truth in Psalm 133:1: “How good and pleasant it is when God’s people live together in unity!”
Unity is where strength grows. Unity is where teams thrive. And unity is where God’s presence moves in powerful ways.
In the church, we may not all wear the same jersey, serve in the same role, or stand in the same place—but we are still on the same team. We are called to build each other up, carry one another, and pursue unity together.

Passion | Rev. Nicole Caldwell-Gross

When we're passionate about Jesus, it begins to affect the way we live. We want to spend time with Him. We want to know His Word. We talk about Him. We share what He's doing in our lives. Through Passion, faith stops being something we occasionally observe and becomes something we actively live. The apostle Paul captured this kind of passion in Romans 12:11: “Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord.” That word zeal speaks of passion—an enthusiasm that doesn’t fade when life gets busy or difficult. It’s the kind of passion that keeps us pursuing God, loving others, and living out our faith every day.

Humility | Rev. Nicole Caldwell-Gross

Being on God’s team doesn’t mean we’re the stars of the show. It means we grow through challenge, trust through pressure, and remember that every gift we have has been given. 

Love Never Fails | Rev. Nicole Caldwell-Gross

Love sacrifices. It gives. It shows up. We love this way because Jesus first loved us. He gave sacrificially—offering his time, his compassion, his very life—so that we might know love. When we pledge to the ministries of the church, we are choosing to participate in that same self-giving love. 

The Resilience of Love | Rev. Brittney Stephan

Our faith calls us to courageous love. To love is to risk disappointment. To love is to keep going when it would be easier to quit. To love is to cheer for someone else's success. The Olympic flame burns brightly for a season, but Christ’s love burns continually. May we train our hearts daily in that kind of love. A love that is steady, hopeful, and strong enough to endure.

What Love Is Not | Rev. Nicole Caldwell-Gross

In a world that often feels rushed and harsh, we are reminded that love can be steady, attentive, and faithful. Love shows up over time—in daily practices that shape who we are, what we value, and how we care for one another. This kind of love forms us not only in our homes, but also as a church family, calling us to live with intention, compassion, and trust. This sermon continues reflecting on love as we explore the theme, “What Love Is Not.” Together, we will seek God’s wisdom as we grow into an inclusive community that embodies the love of Christ—open, generous, and grounded in grace, with no exceptions.

The Character of Love | Rev. Brittney Stephan

In a time when division feels loud and fatigue runs deep, we believe love remains God’s most transformative force. This series will invite us to reflect on how love shapes how we speak, how we listen, how we disagree, and how we care for one another within our families, our church, and our wider community.
Whether you’re feeling hopeful, worn down, or somewhere in between, this series is for you. Come as you are, and be reminded that God’s love meets us where we are and calls us to live that love out loud.

Becoming Beloved Community | Rev. Annetra Jones

Fresh starts are like that. They are not just inspiring words or shared quotes. They are lived out in community, sustained by love in action. Without that love, even our best intentions stall. Justice becomes theory. Hope becomes a slogan. This message will invite us to imagine what a fresh start looks like when faith moves us beyond intention and into service to God and neighbor. And over the weekend we’ll help build that beloved community through a series of community events.