In this final message of The Me I Want to Be series, Pastor Mark Reynolds explores how God uses everyday pressures—our work, our waiting, and our will—to form the person we’re becoming.Drawing on the story of Caleb, who declared at 85 years old, “Give me this mountain,” this sermon invites us to see how God renews our strength through both challenge and faith. Whether you’re weary from the climb, stuck in a season of waiting, or searching for meaning in your work, you’ll find hope and direction in this message.Discover how God transforms ordinary experience into sacred opportunity—and how His Spirit gives courage to keep climbing.Listen in to be reminded: You’re never too young, too old, or too tired for God to do something new in you.
We don’t become who we are on our own. God shapes us through the people He places in our lives—friends who encourage us, challenge us, forgive us, and help us grow. In this message, Pastor Mark Reynolds explores how authentic, grace-filled relationships draw us closer to God and to one another.Discover why Jesus calls us friends, how our love for God and others are inseparable, and why vulnerability and forgiveness are essential to spiritual growth. Learn how to move beyond surface connections into the kind of friendships where transformation happens.Because the me I want to be grows best when we live as the we God wants us to be.🔔 Subscribe and turn on notifications so you don't miss other uplifting messages and practical tips for spiritual growth. 🙏 Support Our Ministries: If this message has blessed you, consider making a donation at www.fumccb.com to help us continue our work. 📅 Worship with us: Sundays at 9:30 AM (in-person/online) & 11:00 AM (in-person). We’d love to see you there! Speaker: Pastor Mark Reynolds Venue: First United Methodist Church (Cocoa Beach, FL) Connect with Pastor Mark: 🌐 Website: www.revmarkreynolds.com 📘 Facebook: PastorMarkReynolds
What if prayer wasn’t just something you checked off your list, but more like an app running in the background—always on, always connected?In this episode of The Me I Want to Be series, Pastor Mark explores what it means to live in the flow of the Spirit. Drawing on 1 Thessalonians 5:16–18 and Ephesians 5:15–18, he shows how God’s Spirit creates a steady current of life, joy, and gratitude—and how we can stay in that current in the middle of ordinary life. You’ll learn simple practices like breath prayers and naming your blockers, you’ll discover how to live with deeper peace, gratitude, and companionship with Jesus—right where you are.🔔 Subscribe and turn on notifications so you don't miss other uplifting messages and practical tips for spiritual growth. 🙏 Support Our Ministries: If this message has blessed you, consider making a donation at www.fumccb.com to help us continue our work. 📅 Worship with us: Sundays at 9:30 AM (in-person/online) & 11:00 AM (in-person). We’d love to see you there! Speaker: Pastor Mark Reynolds Venue: First United Methodist Church (Cocoa Beach, FL) Connect with Pastor Mark: 🌐 Website: www.revmarkreynolds.com 📘 Facebook: PastorMarkReynolds
What we put into our hearts and minds shapes the lives we live. In this message from The Me I Want to Be series, Pastor Mark unpacks Romans 12:1–2, showing how God redeems our desires, renews our thoughts, reshapes what we feed our minds, and lifts our worries in community. Discover how real transformation begins from the inside out. 🔔 Subscribe and turn on notifications so you don't miss other uplifting messages and practical tips for spiritual growth.🙏 Support Our Ministries: If this message has blessed you, consider making a donation at www.fumccb.com to help us continue our work.
We live in a world full of labels. Whether given by family, friends, enemies, or even our own inner critic, these labels are too small to capture the beauty and dignity of who we really are.In this message, "he Me God Wants Me To Be," Pastor Mark explores what it means to live out your true identity: not the false self shaped by performance, politics, or people-pleasing, but the name God writes on your heart. Scripture reminds us that we are created in God’s image and called His beloved children. That identity is not achieved but received—and it changes everything.Discover how to:• Receive the identity God has already given you in Christ• Abide in Jesus so His life flows through you• Respond with everyday acts of love and justiceWhen we tear off the old labels and remain rooted in Christ, we become “the me God wants me to be.”🔔 Subscribe and turn on notifications so you don't miss other uplifting messages and practical tips for spiritual growth.🙏 Support Our Ministries: If this message has blessed you, consider making a donation at www.fumccb.com to help us continue our work. 📅 Worship with us: Sundays at 9:30 AM (in-person/online) & 11:00 AM (in-person). We’d love to see you there!Speaker: Pastor Mark Reynolds Venue: First United Methodist Church (Cocoa Beach, FL) Connect with Pastor Mark: 🌐 Website: www.revmarkreynolds.com 📘 Facebook: PastorMarkReynolds
Where do you find the strength to keep going when life feels overwhelming? In Ephesians 1:11–23, Paul reminds us that hope is not just wishful thinking—it’s resurrection power for real life, available to us today.In this sermon, Pastor Mark shares how the same power that raised Jesus from the dead is alive in us—giving hope when we feel overwhelmed, doubtful, weary, or alone.Whether you’re carrying stress, walking through illness, caring for loved ones, or simply trying to make it through another day, God’s resurrection power meets you where you are. This hope is not only personal—it flows through the church as we carry one another’s burdens and share Christ’s love with the world.Listen now and be encouraged: resurrection power is not just for someday. It’s for today.🔔 Subscribe and turn on notifications so you don't miss other uplifting messages and practical tips for spiritual growth.🙏 Support Our Ministries: If this message has blessed you, consider making a donation at www.fumccb.com to help us continue our work. 📅 Worship with us: Sundays at 9:30 AM (in-person/online) & 11:00 AM (in-person). We’d love to see you there!Speaker: Pastor Mark Reynolds Venue: First United Methodist Church (Cocoa Beach, FL) Connect with Pastor Mark: 🌐 Website: www.revmarkreynolds.com 📘 Facebook: PastorMarkReynolds
What does God’s dream for the world look like? In Isaiah 65:17–25, the prophet describes a vision of health, peace, dignity, and fairness for all people. Jesus carried this vision into his ministry, showing us that justice is not optional—it’s the public face of love.In this message, we explore why biblical justice matters, how it shapes both personal faith and public life, and what it means to pursue justice today. You’ll hear practical steps for living it out—praying differently, learning faithfully, acting courageously, and living prophetically.God’s dream is more than an idea—it’s an invitation. Will you join in?🔔 Subscribe and turn on notifications so you don't miss other uplifting messages and practical tips for spiritual growth. 🙏 Support Our Ministries: If this message has blessed you, consider making a donation at www.fumccb.com to help us continue our work. 📅 Worship with us: Sundays at 9:30 AM (in-person/online) & 11:00 AM (in-person). We’d love to see you there! Speaker: Pastor Mark Reynolds Venue: First United Methodist Church (Cocoa Beach, FL) Connect with Pastor Mark: 🌐 Website: www.revmarkreynolds.com 📘 Facebook: PastorMarkReynolds
What’s the greatest predictor of a child’s lifelong faith? It’s not how often they attend church—it’s the example they see at home. In this message from 2 Timothy 1:1–14, Pastor Mark explores how faith is both caught and taught, and how parents, grandparents, and the entire church family share the calling to pass on a living faith to the next generation. Discover practical, everyday ways to model and teach faith that lasts a lifetime. Message 8: What Christians Do
What does it really mean to be a person of grace? In this powerful message from our series "What Disciples Do," Pastor Mark explores Jesus’ parable of the Pharisee and the tax collector (Luke 18:9–14) to reveal how easily pride and judgmentalism sneak into our hearts—even when we think we’re being faithful.With honesty, humor, and deep spiritual insight, this sermon challenges us to lay down our self-righteousness, remember how much grace we’ve received, and extend that grace to others. True disciples don’t live from ego—they live from mercy.Whether you’ve ever struggled with judgmental thoughts, been hurt by a judgmental church, or just long for a deeper experience of God’s love and humility, this message is for you.📲 Share this message with someone who needs to hear about grace today!🔔 Subscribe for more uplifting messages and practical tips for spiritual growth. 🙏 Support Our Ministries: If this message has blessed you, consider making a donation at www.fumccb.com to help us continue our work. 📅 Worship with us: Sundays at 9:30 AM (in-person/online) & 11:00 AM (in-person). We’d love to see you there!Speaker: Pastor Mark Reynolds Venue: First United Methodist Church (Cocoa Beach, FL) Connect with Pastor Mark: 🌐 Website: www.revmarkreynolds.com 📘 Facebook: PastorMarkReynolds
Why do good people so often look the other way? In this episode, Pastor Mark explores the deeper message of the Good Samaritan—not just about helping others, but about feeling with them. In a culture that trains us to avoid pain and disconnect from suffering, Jesus calls his followers to practice active empathy.You’ll learn how apathy takes root, how empathy opens our hearts, and how compassion shapes us into the image of Christ. This message challenges us to move beyond emotional self-protection and rediscover a faith that feels, stays, and loves—even when it’s uncomfortable.If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by suffering or tempted to shut down, this sermon is a powerful reminder of what it means to follow Jesus with an open heart.
The Parable of the Shrewd Manager – What Was Jesus Thinking?At first glance, Luke 16:1–13 is one of Jesus’ most confusing parables. A dishonest manager gets fired, cuts deals behind his boss’s back, and is praised for it. Then Jesus says, “Be like that guy.” What does this mean?In this sermon, Pastor Mark explores how Jesus isn’t celebrating dishonesty but calling his followers to be wise, strategic, and generous. In a world driven by wealth, disciples are called to be spiritually savvy—using what we have to invest in what matters most.Learn how faithful stewardship, intentional living, and bold generosity can reflect God’s kingdom in a world that often gets it wrong.🔔 Subscribe for more uplifting messages and practical tips for spiritual growth. 🙏 Support Our Ministries: If this message has blessed you, consider making a donation at www.fumccb.com to help us continue our work. 📅 Worship with us: Sundays at 9:30 AM (in-person/online) & 11:00 AM (in-person). We’d love to see you there!Speaker: Pastor Mark Reynolds Venue: First United Methodist Church (Cocoa Beach, FL) Connect with Pastor Mark: 🌐 Website: www.revmarkreynolds.com 📘 Facebook: PastorMarkReynolds
What do you feel when you hear the word evangelism? For many of us, it brings up awkward memories—bullhorn preachers, high-pressure pitches, or messages more rooted in fear than love. But in Luke 15, Jesus shows us a different way. Through the parables of the lost sheep and lost coin, he reminds us that sharing our faith isn’t about coercion or performance—it’s about love, presence, and celebration.In this episode, Pastor Mark explores three faithful and life-giving ways to share your faith: • Lifestyle Evangelism – letting your actions preach before your words do • Relational Evangelism – sharing hope through authentic friendships • Invitational Evangelism – offering a simple “Come and see”Whether you’ve been nervous about sharing your faith or have felt burned by others who have done it poorly, this message will help you rediscover the joy of participating in God’s mission—and remind you that when one person turns toward grace, heaven throws a party.
What does it really mean to follow Jesus? In this episode, Pastor Mark launches a new series called What Christians Do by addressing the trap of Christian nominalism, a faith that costs nothing and changes nothing. Drawing from Luke 14 and the teachings of John Wesley and Dietrich Bonhoeffer, this message challenges believers to count the cost of discipleship and to embrace a faith that doesn’t just inform our beliefs—but transforms our lives.Discover how Jesus’ call to “come and die” isn’t a call to burden, but an invitation to a deeper, fuller life rooted in love, sacrifice, and joy.Whether you’re exploring Christianity or longing to grow deeper in your walk with God, this message invites you to go all in.
In this Trinity Sunday and Father’s Day message, Pastor Mark explores how truth isn’t just something we learn—it’s someone we follow. Rooted in John 16:12–15, this sermon invites us to embrace humility, community, and truth as essential parts of the Christian journey. You’ll hear a powerful story about healing through slow truth-telling, unpack the mystery of the Trinity, and learn why intellectual humility and deep Christian community are crucial in a world obsessed with certainty and self-reliance.Whether you’re seeking direction, healing from your past, or simply trying to grow in your walk with Christ, this message offers a Spirit-led roadmap for following Jesus—one step at a time.Key Themes: – Why the truth sometimes comes in stages – How the Holy Spirit guides us into deeper understanding – The danger of certainty disguised as faith – Why we can’t grow in truth alone – A special word of encouragement for fathers and men of faithReady to say yes to the journey of truth? Press play and take the next step.🔔 Subscribe for more uplifting messages and practical tips for spiritual growth. 🙏 Support Our Ministries: If this message has blessed you, consider making a donation at www.fumccb.com to help us continue our work. 📅 Worship With Us: Sundays at 9:30 AM (in-person/online) & 11:00 AM (in-person). We’d love to see you there! Speaker: Pastor Mark Reynolds Venue: First United Methodist Church (Cocoa Beach, FL) Connect with Pastor Mark: 🌐 Website: www.revmarkreynolds.com 📘 Facebook: PastorMarkReynolds
In a world filled with anxiety, fear, and nonstop bad news, many of us are tempted to cope through “doom spending”—buying things we don’t need just to feel something solid in an uncertain world.But on Pentecost, God gave us something far more powerful than retail therapy: the gift of the Holy Spirit.In this message, Pastor Mark Reynolds explores how the Spirit meets us in our fear, leads us with peace, and anchors us in a future filled with purpose—not panic. Through Scripture, stories, and practical insight, you’ll be reminded that: You are not alone in your struggles. You are a child of God and an heir with Christ. The Spirit is still being poured out—right here, right now. And in God’s family, no one is forgotten or left behind. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed or simply need encouragement, this sermon will help you trade fear for faith and discover God's unshakable hope.📖 Scripture: Acts 2:1–21; Romans 8🔔 Subscribe for more uplifting messages and practical tips for spiritual growth. 🙏 Support Our Ministries: If this message has blessed you, consider making a donation at www.fumccb.com to help us continue our work. 📅 Worship With Us: Sundays at 9:30 AM (in-person/online) & 11:00 AM (in-person). We’d love to see you there!Speaker: Pastor Mark Reynolds Venue: First United Methodist Church (Cocoa Beach, FL) Connect with Pastor Mark: 🌐 Website: www.revmarkreynolds.com 📘 Facebook: PastorMarkReynolds
In this Ascension Sunday message, From Ascension to Activation, Pastor Mark explores how Jesus’ departure wasn’t the end—it was a launch. Using the metaphor of a SpaceX rocket, we reflect on how Christ’s ascension prepares us for Spirit-filled mission on Earth. Jesus opens our mind to understand scripture and promises power in the Holy Spirit so that we can continue the work of Jesus in our everyday lives. Join us as we shift from staring at the sky to serving here on the ground.
What happens when we die? And what does heaven really look like? In this powerful Memorial Day weekend message, we explore the astonishing story of Casey Cleveland—a worship leader who suffered a massive stroke and experienced a profound peace on the brink of death. His near-death testimony offers a glimpse of something greater… but Scripture tells us there’s even more.Drawing from Revelation 21, this sermon challenges popular ideas about heaven and paints a more hopeful, grounded picture: not of escape, but of renewal. A holy city. A world made whole. God’s presence with us, forever.If you’ve ever wondered about life after death—or struggled to find meaning in the here and now—this message will bring comfort, clarity, and hope.📩 Share this episode with someone who needs a reminder that the best is yet to come.🔔 Subscribe for more uplifting messages and practical tips for spiritual growth. 🙏 Support Our Ministries: If this message has blessed you, consider making a donation at www.fumccb.com to help us continue our work. 📅 Worship With Us: Sundays at 9:30 AM (in-person/online) & 11:00 AM (in-person). We’d love to see you there! Speaker: Pastor Mark Reynolds Venue: First United Methodist Church (Cocoa Beach, FL) Connect with Pastor Mark: 🌐 Website: www.revmarkreynolds.com 📘 Facebook: PastorMarkReynolds
Do you want deeper, more meaningful friendships? What if the key isn’t about finding the right people—but being the right kind of friend?In this powerful message, Pastor Mark explores God's original call to Abraham in Genesis 12:2–3: “I will bless you… and you will be a blessing.” From the very beginning, God’s plan has been to use ordinary people to share extraordinary love—and the best friendships are built by those who live to bless others.🎯 Big Idea: If you want good friends, be a good friend—and live a life that blesses others.Using the practical and memorable B.L.E.S.S. framework, this sermon walks through five daily practices that can transform your relationships:Begin with PrayerListen with CompassionEat TogetherServe in LoveShare Your StoryWhether you’re looking to strengthen a friendship, reconnect with a loved one, or be a more faithful witness to Christ’s love, this message will give you tools to live intentionally and build deeper connections.💬 Drop a comment and let us know: Who is one person you can bless this week?🔔 Subscribe for more uplifting messages and practical tips for spiritual growth. 🙏 Support Our Ministries: If this message has blessed you, consider making a donation at www.fumccb.com to help us continue our work. 📅 Worship With Us: Sundays at 9:30 AM (in-person/online) & 11:00 AM (in-person). We’d love to see you there!Speaker: Pastor Mark Reynolds Venue: First United Methodist Church (Cocoa Beach, FL) Connect with Pastor Mark: 🌐 Website: www.revmarkreynolds.com 📘 Facebook: PastorMarkReynolds
Conflict is inevitable — but division doesn’t have to be.In this timely and practical message from the Friend-ology series, Pastor Mark Reynolds explores how we can face disagreements with courage, grace, and Christlike love. Whether the conflict is political, personal, or just plain awkward, this sermon will help you discover how to stay connected even when you don’t see eye to eye.Rooted in Colossians 3, this message offers biblical wisdom, honest reflection, and practical tools for navigating relationships with compassion, humility, patience, and forgiveness. You’ll learn:Why avoiding conflict actually weakens your relationshipsHow curiosity and caution help us love betterWhen to seek reconciliation — and when to create healthy boundariesWhy unity is essential to our Christian witness in a divided worldIf you’ve ever struggled with difficult people, broken friendships, or painful divisions — this message is for you. Discover a gospel-centered way to engage in conflict that heals instead of harms.Watch now and take the next step toward healthier, deeper, more Christlike relationships.🔔 Subscribe for more uplifting messages and practical tips for spiritual growth. 🙏 Support Our Ministries: If this message has blessed you, consider making a donation at www.fumccb.com to help us continue our work. 📅 Worship With Us: Sundays at 9:30 AM (in-person/online) & 11:00 AM (in-person). We’d love to see you there!Speaker: Pastor Mark Reynolds Venue: First United Methodist Church (Cocoa Beach, FL) Connect with Pastor Mark: 🌐 Website: www.revmarkreynolds.com 📘 Facebook: PastorMarkReynolds
Loneliness is dangerous. In 2023, the U.S. Surgeon General declared that isolation poses risks as serious as smoking or obesity. But long before the studies and statistics, the Bible told us the same thing: “It is not good for humans to be alone” (Genesis 2:18).In this powerful sermon, Pastor Mark continues our Friend-ology series with a deeper look at how radical independence and unchecked isolation can open the door to personal and moral collapse. Through the story of David and Bathsheba (2 Samuel 11), we see the real cost of going it alone—and the redemptive power of truth spoken in love.👥 Discover why you need meaningful, accountable friendships—and how God uses them to bring healing, growth, and grace.You’ll learn:Why strong relationships are essential to emotional, physical, and spiritual healthHow our culture’s obsession with self-sufficiency works against God’s designThe dangers of isolation, even for the strongest leadersWhy you need a “Nathan” in your life—and how to find oneHow Christian community reflects God’s heart and mediates God’s grace🙏 Whether you’re struggling with isolation or looking to deepen your connections, this message offers hope, challenge, and a path forward.➡️ Don’t walk alone. Watch now and take a step toward the kind of friendships that change lives.🔔 Subscribe for more uplifting messages and practical tips for spiritual growth. 🙏 Support Our Ministries: If this message has blessed you, consider making a donation at www.fumccb.com to help us continue our work. 📅 Worship With Us: Sundays at 9:30 AM (in-person/online) & 11:00 AM (in-person). We’d love to see you there!Speaker: Pastor Mark Reynolds Venue: First United Methodist Church (Cocoa Beach, FL) Connect with Pastor Mark: 🌐 Website: www.revmarkreynolds.com 📘 Facebook: PastorMarkReynolds