One Life Church - Sarasota, FL

About One Life Church - Sarasota, FL

Stay grounded in God's word through the weekly sermons at One Life Church in Sarasota, FL

Publisher

One Life Church

Category

religion & spirituality

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

16 Apr 2026

Latest episode

21 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

27 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   21 Oct 2026

   Happy Little Trees

   Happy Little Trees | Mark 10:32–52 | Following Jesus Through Suffering, Service & FaithWhat if your mistakes aren't the end of your story—but part of how God is shaping you?In “Happy Little Trees,” Steve takes us through Mark 10:32–52, using the memorable wisdom of Bob Ross and his famous “happy little trees” to illustrate a powerful truth: God isn't finished working on us yet!As Jesus journeys toward Jerusalem and the cross, His disciples struggle to understand what He's teaching them about suffering, greatness, and the Kingdom of God. Meanwhile, a blind beggar named Bartimaeus demonstrates the kind of faith and spiritual vision they desperately need.Through three powerful lessons, we discover what it really means to follow Jesus.🌳 THE TREE OF SUFFERINGJesus predicts His coming suffering, death, and resurrection, but James and John are focused on positions of honor in His Kingdom.They want glory without understanding the suffering that lies ahead.What does it really cost to follow Jesus? And how can we trust God's plan when the road ahead is difficult?🌳 THE TREE OF SERVICEJesus turns the world's definition of greatness upside down.“For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.” — Mark 10:45True greatness isn't found in power, recognition, or position. It's found in humility, sacrifice, and serving others.Jesus didn't just teach servant leadership—He lived it.🌳 THE TREE OF SEEINGIn Mark 10:46–52, we meet blind Bartimaeus, a man who couldn't physically see Jesus but recognized Him as the promised Messiah.While the disciples had physical sight yet struggled to understand Jesus' mission, Bartimaeus demonstrated remarkable faith.When Jesus restored his sight, Bartimaeus immediately followed Him.Sometimes the people who can see the most clearly are the ones the world considers blind.In this message, you'll discover:Why following Jesus sometimes involves suffering and sacrificeWhat Jesus teaches about humility and servant leadershipHow James and John misunderstood true greatnessWhy the healing of blind Bartimaeus is about more than physical sightHow faith helps us recognize who Jesus really isWhy spiritual growth is a lifelong processHow God's patience and grace transform imperfect peopleWhy the death and resurrection of Jesus give us lasting hopeHere's the good news: You don't have to have everything figured out to follow Jesus.The disciples certainly didn't!Like Bob Ross working on a painting, God continues shaping and refining us. We may stumble, misunderstand, and make mistakes along the way, but Jesus patiently calls us to keep following Him.And just like Bartimaeus, we can respond in faith when Jesus calls.Jesus is alive. His grace is greater than our failures. And He's not finished with us yet!📖 Scripture: Mark 10:32–52🎙️ Sermon: Happy Little Trees👤 Speaker: Steve Meigs📅 Date: October 18, 2026⛪ Church: One Life Church▶️ Watch “Happy Little Trees” and discover how Jesus teaches us to embrace suffering, serve with humility, and see Him more clearly through faith.If this message encourages or challenges you, LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE it with someone who needs the reminder that God is still working on their life!One Life Church meets Sunday mornings at 10 AM at:3939 Webber St, Sarasota Learn more about One Life Church in Sarasota, FL here: https://onelifesarasota.org#HappyLittleTrees #Mark10 #BlindBartimaeus #FollowingJesus #ServantLeadership #ChristianFaith #JesusChrist #ChristianSermon #BibleTeaching #GospelOfMark #FaithInJesus #SpiritualGrowth #ChristianLiving #Discipleship #GraceOfGod #BibleStudy #ChurchOnline #JesusSaves #Sermon

2. 

   11 Oct 2026

   Getting Right With God - Mark 10:17-31 - Bill LaMorey

   Are you trying to be good enough for God? What does it really take to get right with Him?In “Getting Right With God,” Pastor Bill LaMorey explores Mark 10:17 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=flPc0knjBRk&t=617s)–31 and the powerful encounter between Jesus and the rich young ruler—a man who seemingly had everything but walked away from the One who could give him eternal life.The rich young ruler asked Jesus a question that still matters today: “What must I do to inherit eternal life?”Jesus’ answer exposed something deeper than outward obedience. This man had followed the rules, but his wealth had become an idol—something he loved and trusted more than God.And that raises a challenging question for all of us: What are you holding on to that's keeping you from fully following Jesus?In this powerful Bible message, discover:Why being a good person isn't enough to make us right with GodWhat Jesus teaches about salvation, righteousness, and eternal lifeHow to recognize the hidden idols competing for your heartWhy money, success, relationships, and even good things can become spiritual obstaclesThe difference between doing good works to earn salvation and doing good because we've been savedWhy surrendering to Jesus is essential to genuine discipleshipWhat Jesus meant when He said, “With man this is impossible, but not with God”Why the eternal rewards of following Christ far outweigh the temporary sacrificesThe truth is, you cannot make yourself right with God. Only Jesus can do that.Salvation isn't something we earn through religious activity, good behavior, generosity, or personal achievement. It's a gift made possible through Jesus Christ—His life, death, and resurrection.But while salvation is a free gift, following Jesus will cost us something.Jesus calls us to surrender anything that competes with Him for first place in our lives. That may be money, possessions, comfort, relationships, personal ambitions, or something else entirely.The rich young ruler walked away from eternal treasure because he couldn't let go of temporary treasure.Don't make the same mistake.The cost of following Jesus is real, but the rewards—righteousness, a restored relationship with God, a new spiritual family, and eternal life—are worth infinitely more.What are you holding on to that could cause you to walk away from the One who offers you everything that lasts?📖 Scripture: Mark 10:17 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=flPc0knjBRk&t=617s)–31🎙️ Sermon: Getting Right With God👤 Speaker: Bill LaMorey📅 Date: October 11, 2026⛪ Church: One Life Church▶️ Watch this message and discover what it truly means to get right with God, surrender your idols, and experience the life Jesus offers.If this sermon encourages or challenges you, LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE it with someone who needs to hear the good news of Jesus Christ.One Life Church meets Sunday mornings at 10 AM at:3939 Webber St, Sarasota Learn more about One Life Church in Sarasota, FL here: https://onelifesarasota.org (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUZZTVljRkw2X0xYSUhyT1ROeTdVd1pocFlPUHxBSTVJdTV2MHcwMlQzRGlOcHM4R3M2dExOS3lSaEJfeEJnMV9ZRjNwNzNoZkVrQXM3ODFZcWt0NmI4aXZBOW5xRmRNek9sUkVjZGZzaUlVTUZWcWEzRzFkbkpRTUFEbWJaeERV&q=https%3A%2F%2Fonelifesarasota.org%2F&v=flPc0knjBRk)#GettingRightWithGod (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/gettingrightwithgod) #Mark10 (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/mark10) #RichYoungRuler (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/richyoungruler) #Salvation (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/salvation) #EternalLife (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/eternallife) #JesusChrist (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/jesuschrist) #ChristianSermon (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/christiansermon) #BibleTeaching (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/bibleteaching) #GospelOfMark (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/gospelofmark) #FollowingJesus (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/followingjesus) #ChristianLiving (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/christianliving) #Faith (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/faith) #Grace (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/grace) #Discipleship (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/discipleship) #Idolatry (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/idolatry) #TrustGod (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/trustgod) #BibleStudy (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/biblestudy) #BillLaMorey (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/billlamorey)

3. 

   27 Sept 2026

   The Upside Down Kingdom - Mark 9:30-50 - Bill LaMorey

   What if following Jesus means turning everything you thought you knew about success, status, belonging, and winning upside down?In “The Upside Down Kingdom,” Pastor Bill LaMorey explores Mark 9:30 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dRWaChDVUOA&t=570s&pp=0gcJCWMAwfN6Pr3D)–50, where Jesus challenges His disciples—and us—to live according to a radically different set of values.The world tells us to climb higher, protect our position, stick with our own tribe, and hold tightly to what we value. But Jesus introduces a Kingdom where the first become servants, outsiders are welcomed, and sometimes losing is actually winning.In this message, discover:• Why greatness in God’s Kingdom looks like humility and service• What Jesus meant when He said, “Anyone who wants to be first must be the very last”• Why Christians should resist tribalism and work together for the Gospel• How followers of Jesus can welcome and honor people others overlook• Why surrender is an essential part of following Christ• What Jesus’ difficult warnings about sin and judgment really mean• How to live differently enough that people notice—and wonder whyJesus doesn’t call us to simply add Him to the world’s way of living. He invites us into a completely different Kingdom.UP IS DOWN. True greatness is found in serving others.OUTSIDERS ARE INCLUDED. The body of Christ is bigger than our individual churches, denominations, cultures, and traditions—and the invitation to God’s Kingdom is extended to everyone.LOSING IS WINNING. Jesus challenges us to surrender anything that repeatedly pulls us away from Him. We aren’t saved by eliminating every sin from our lives; we are saved by grace through faith in Jesus. But our willingness to surrender reveals that we are genuinely following Him.The more we live according to the values of God’s Upside Down Kingdom, the more our lives should stand out—and give us opportunities to point people toward King Jesus.📖 Scripture: Mark 9:30 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dRWaChDVUOA&t=570s)–50🎙️ Message: The Upside Down Kingdom👤 Speaker: Bill LaMorey📅 Date: September 27, 2026If this message encourages or challenges you, LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE it with someone who needs to hear it.One Life Church meets Sunday mornings at 10 AM at:3939 Webber St, Sarasota Learn more about One Life Church in Sarasota, FL here: https://onelifesarasota.org (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUZZTVljSDZhRURuLWdtV3FubVhPN2FndXBRYXxBTl9pYzRkM1NQRVJVQ2xFa2JKY2x5VXJEcEprSFk3STV2YXVZeXNydjk0eks5M1h4a2l5aS14OW1tVFpjOWFYS3lremwzYkt4Q2p6VXdGOXJMMXNZc200OVpRYU5oZWdHUXZM&q=https%3A%2F%2Fonelifesarasota.org%2F&v=dRWaChDVUOA)#TheUpsideDownKingdom (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/theupsidedownkingdom) #Mark9 (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/mark9) #KingdomOfGod (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/kingdomofgod) #Jesus (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/jesus) #ChristianSermon (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/christiansermon) #BibleTeaching (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/bibleteaching) #GospelOfMark (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/gospelofmark) #FollowJesus (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/followjesus) #ChristianLiving (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/christianliving) #ServantLeadership (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/servantleadership) #Faith (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/faith) #Discipleship (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/discipleship) #Grace (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/grace) #BibleStudy (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/biblestudy) #ChurchOnline (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/churchonline) #Sermon (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/sermon) #BillLaMorey (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/billlamorey)

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