First Prez Transitional Pastor Tim Fearer continues with our "What God Has Done" sermon series. Today we take a deep dive on being saved. Saved from what? Saved into what? Saved for what? He also draws attention to the difference between Grace and Mercy. Download the series booklet here.First Prez websiteSupport the Mission of FPC
We're trying something new in the service today. Part of our vision is to bring everyone in the church together in order to walk with Jesus together. So we're all in with children, youth, and adults all worshipping God together. First Prez Youth Director Luke Shin continues our sermon series called What God Has Done. Today, it's all about thankfulness and prayers.Download the What God Has Done sermon booklet here.First Prez website
It's a special Sunday. The First Prez Pastor Nominating Committee (PNC) has made its choice for our next senior pastor. An edited version of this announcement starts today's message. Then, FPC Executive Pastor Chris Pan continues our current sermon series, What God Has Done. He goes deep into what God's plan is and what it entails for us and the world. Find the sermon series booklet here.Read the PNC announcement here.First Prez Church website.
Open your Bible to the book of Ephesians. That's where we're going to spend the next few months as we start a new sermon series called "What God Has Done." First Prez Transitional Pastor Tim Fearer starts with a breakdown of the salutation and the first few lines. If you come away with anything, it'll be summed up in the word "Blessed." Download the series booklet here.For more, click on the FPC website.
First Prez is in between sermon series. But that doesn't mean this sermon is insignificant. On the contrary. Pastor Tim Fearer takes a long, hard look at First Prez and its many facets. You'll hear about the mission and the ministries, and how our church is moving forward. But you'll also hear about challenges we face. Buckle up for The 2025 State of the Church address.Give to the mission of FPC.
Today, FPC Transitional Pastor Tim Fearer tells us about how he made a decision to take on a position in Turkey all those years ago. It's a personal story, but the truths revealed apply to us all.
We've reached the end of the "Ending Well" sermon series. Paul is once again at the center of the story. Pastor Jenny Sung leans on a horticultural metaphor that works quite well for this life lesson. Download the Ending Well booklet here. First Prez Honolulu
The Apostle Paul's journey took him to many areas. He got to many of these places by walking. He also used a boat to traverse the Mediterranean. Unfortunately, on one of those maritime treks, the boat was shipwrecked. Lessons abound in this story. Our "Ending Well" sermon series continues with this message from FPC Lay Pastor Rosella Shishido.Download the Ending Well booklet here.First Prez website
Sometimes when we think about being an agent of the Lord, we might feel like we need a theology degree or we need to be great orators. Nothing could be further from the truth. All we need to do is tell our own story in our own words. It's as simple as that. Pastor Tim Shaw gives us a good example today as we continue our "Ending Well" sermon series.Download the Ending Well booklet here.Learn more about First Prez here.
Paul is in prison. He remains steadfast in the face of persecution and physical abuse. He knows where his heart is, where his loyalty lies, and who he places his trust in. It's knowing the end of a scary movie. Paul knows what to focus on and that Jesus is ultimately victorious despite any temporary trials Paul might have to endure. First Prez Transitional Pastor preaches from Acts ch 23-24. This is the latest installment from the Ending Well sermon series.Download the Ending Well booklet here.Visit the website here.
Our new sermon series called "Ending Well" continues. The story from Acts 22 proves that cancel culture has been around longer than we realize. But the story here also includes the antidote to the hate and disrespect we see today. First Prez Executive Pastor Chris Pan explains.Download your Ending Well booklet here.First Prez Honolulu
The Apostle Paul is nearing the end of his life. And we begin a new sermon series that kicks off with Paul and other believers contemplating risky travel and his possible death. Paul's response is one we can apply to our own lives, no matter where we are in the timeline of our lives. Find the new Ending Well series booklet here.First Presbyterian Church of Honolulu
We've been following the apostle Paul these last several weeks. His missionary journeys took him up and down the Mediterranean area. This sermon looks in on his last days in Miletus as he bids farewell to the church there. The lesson today centers around those moments in life when you're faced with bad situations. How do we handle them? Pastor Tim Fearer quotes from this book by Jacques Philippe. Download the Further booklet here.
Our "Further" sermon series continues. Now, Paul is on his third missionary journey. He lands in Ephesus, where they worship a different god. He preaches and creates new believers, but he's also met with resistance. Enter the Holy Spirit. Listen to FPC Transitional Pastor explain what happens.Download the "Further" booklet here.
Paul is on his second missionary journey. Today we find him making his way to the bustling city of Corinth. One thing that Paul knows is that he cannot do it alone. When describing the people he shares the mission with, the word "diverse" comes to mind. FPC Pastor Jenny Sung gets into the personalities on this journey. You'll also hear an amazing testimony from an FPC Covenant Partner. Download the "Further" booklet here.FURTHER
If you've ever wondered how to do your part in spreading the Gospel and reaching people, today's message will be of help. First Prez Transitional Pastor Tim Fearer continues our Further sermon series, examining the second of Paul's missionary journeys. When Paul reaches Athens, he immediately notices some things that stand out in their culture. And he uses this information to weave his way into the hearts and minds of Athenians. The Further series booklet
Paul and his friends continue on their missionary trek in the Mediterranean. They do their job of telling the surrounding area about Jesus. Many believe and are added to the family of God. But not everyone. The same thing happens today. First Prez Transitional Pastor Tim Fearer examines why.Find your sermon booklet here:final FURTHER series booklet
The "Further" sermon series continues. It's Paul's second missionary journey. When Pastor Tim Fearer breaks it down, it sounds like an R-rated dramatic movie. There's oppression, a rescue, intrigue, violence, and in the end, redemption. Today's message is also a reminder that human behavior is the same today as it was eons ago.First Prez Honolulu