In this message, we continue our series, "Overwhelmed," by looking at fear. How does fear hold you back, and how can God help you move forward with courage and peace? Tune in to find out. If this message is a blessing, you can support our ministries by donating at www.fumccb.com. Speaker: Pastor Mark Reynolds Venue: First United Methodist Church (C…

In this message we look at why we have a hard time saying "No" to demands on our time, learn a new tool for discerning what is what important in life, and consider the biblical practice of delegation. If this message is a blessing, you can support our ministries by donating at www.fumccb.com. Speaker: Pastor Mark Reynolds Venue: First United Method…

This message launches a new 4-week series, "Overwhelmed: Antidotes for the Out-of-Control Life." The goal of the series is to discover God's rhythm for human life and learn to live in sync with that rhythm, and the goal of this lead-off message is to remember how important it is to slow down so we can rejuvenate. If this message is a blessing, you …

In this Easter message, we focuses on the victory of God in Jesus and what this means for us today. Check it out, say "Yes!" to Jesus, and be spiritually supercharged this week! If this message is a blessing, you can support our ministries by donating at www.fumccb.com. Speaker: Pastor Mark Reynolds Venue: First United Methodist Church (Cocoa Beach…

In this message, we focus on Jesus's triumphal entry into Jerusalem, and how his followers proclaimed him to be God's chosen King. Comparing Jesus and Caesar, we will see that Jesus looks nothing like the kings of this world because he redefines power and saves us in the most unlikely way.

In this message, we continue the series "Savior" by looking at how Jesus removes the stain of sin from our souls. As we dive into this rich metaphor, we'll see how the power of God's love as revealed in the cross washes us clean and restores us to health. If this message is a blessing, you can support our ministries by donating at www.fumccb.com. S…

In this message, we continue the Lenten series, "Savior," by looking at how Jesus saves us by reconciling us to God. Discover how this gift of reconciliation not only brings peace with God but also helps us mend our relationships with others. If this message is a blessing, you can support our ministries by donating at www.fumccb.com. Speaker: Pasto…

In this message, we continue the series, "Savior," by looking at Jesus as a moral example. Sin makes us incapable of fully receiving the love of God into our hearts and reflecting it back into the world. God sends Jesus to save us by showing us how to live and love. If this message is a blessing, you can support our ministries by donating at www.fu…

Have you ever been enslaved to anything? Have you ever felt stuck in a situation, a pattern of behavior, or relationship that felt impossible? In this message, we see how God purchases our freedom on the cross of Christ, and how we can received this gift in faith by building a new life. If this message is a blessing, you can support our ministries …

The cross is the central symbol of the Christian faith. But why did Jesus have to die to save us from our sins, and what does the cross mean for us today? The Bible uses different images to help us understand the death of Christ, and this message launches a new series to guide us through six of these images, beginning with substitution, the idea th…

It's human nature to snuggle up to the edge of irresponsibility or disaster and stay there as long as possible. But instead of wondering how close we can get before crossing the line, we need to ask ourselves an important question: Is this wise? Check out this message as we continue the series, "Better Decisions & Fewer Regrets." If this message is…

Sometimes an option we're considering creates tension inside of us. When that happens, it can be tempting to ignore the discomfort or brush by it. But instead of doing that, we need to pay close attention to it. Check out this message as we continue the message series, "Better Decisions & Fewer Regrets," and reflect on the conscience question: Is t…

Your life is more than random, disconnected events. It's a story being written. Whether it's a thoughtful response or an emotionally fueled reaction, we write the stories of our lives one decision at a time. Check out this message as we continue the series, "Better Decisions, Fewer Regrets," and reflect on the legacy question: What story do I want …

The easiest person to deceive is the person in the mirror. As we seek to make good decisions, it's important to ask the integrity question: Am I being honest with myself? Life doesn't get better without rigorous honesty. For a copy of Pastor Mark's booklet, "New Life in Christ," (mentioned in the message) contact the church office through our websi…

This is the first message in a new 6-week series, "Better Decisions, Fewer Regrets." In this sermon, Pastor Mark explains how the quality of your decisions determines the direction and quality of your life, and how asking the right kinds of questions can help you build a good decision-making framework. If this message is a blessing, you can support…

Should we make new year’s resolutions? Often, the dreamers say yes, and the realists say no. But what about followers of Jesus? In this message, we talk about making resolutions that count. If this message is a blessing, you can support our ministries by donating at www.fumccb.com. Speaker: Pastor Mark Reynolds Venue: First United Methodist Church …

Sometimes our lives get so crowded with trivial things that it's hard to make room for what's most important. In this message, Pastor Mark reflects on a recent trip to Costa Rica and the Christmas Story in the Gospel of Luke to help explain how we can connect with something bigger than ourselves and feel grounded, centered, and at peace, even when …

In this message we reflect on the classic movie, A Christmas Carol, and connect it to redemption in the real Christmas story contained in the Bible. The good news is that no matter how far down the scale we have gone, we can always change course and experience the transformative activity of a loving God! If this message is a blessing, you can suppo…

We all go through dark times of hopelessness and despair, and this leads some people to commit suicide. But if we can find a way to hang on, God sends angels with messages of hope to give us strength, move us back to the light, help us rediscover joy. This theme emerges as we reflect on the movie, "It's a Wonderful Life," and various passages of sc…

This Sunday, we begin a new message series, "Christmas at the Movies." Focusing on Rudolf the Red Nose Reindeer, we wrestle with the question, how do we treat people who do not fit into the way we think things ought to be? It becomes clear that both Rudolf and the real Christmas story are about how God uses misfits to do awesome things! (We apologi…

In this message, we focus on the importance of expressing gratitude to experience joy. If this message is a blessing, you can support our ministries by donating at www.fumccb.com. Speaker: Pastor Mark Reynolds Venue: First United Methodist Church (Cocoa Beach, FL) Connect with Pastor Mark: www.revmarkreynolds.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/…

We often lose what we take for granted, so it's wise to support the things that support us. In this message, Pastor Mark talks about the importance of investing in the local church as we serve the mission of Jesus together. He also shares the primary missional objectives for First UMC Cocoa Beach in 2024 and what you can do to help us disciple our …

In this message, we focus on the connection between gratitude, generosity, and joy. This helps us better understand giving as a spiritual discipline that rescues us from greed and helps us become more like Jesus. If this message is a blessing, you can support our ministries by donating at www.fumccb.com. Speaker: Pastor Mark Reynolds Venue: First U…

Being part of a happy and healthy family is a gift, but it’s also a task and responsibility. We build love and support over time by the way we treat each other. This is true not only in our biological family but also in our church family. The quality of our relationships determines whether our church will be a safe place for people to healing and g…

Everyone suffers, but not all suffering is the same. If we trust God, He can transform our pain into something productive. However, healing is hard work and takes time. Are we willing to put in the spiritual and emotional work necessary to build something new? Reflecting on the story of human trafficking victim, Barbara Amaya, Pastor Mark shows how…