In this session, we lay the groundwork for studying the book of Isaiah by asking a crucial question: what is a prophet, and what kind of book are we reading when we open Isaiah? After a brief opening prayer, we step back and look at how the Old Testament is structured in our English Bibles (Law, Historical Books, Wisdom/Poetry, and Prophets) and then compare that with the three-part structure of the Hebrew Bible (Torah, Prophets, Writings). From there, we zoom in on where Isaiah fits and why that matters for how we read it.
We then explore the biblical vision of a prophet: not just a “future predictor,” but a seer and visionary—someone given God’s perspective on the present as well as the future. We walk through key Hebrew terms, talk about foretelling versus forth-telling, and look closely at Isaiah 1 as a “covenant lawsuit” where God brings charges against his people. Along the way, we contrast true prophecy with things like divination, sorcery, and necromancy, and talk about why Scripture forbids them and what that means for Christians today.
Finally, we set Isaiah in its historical context: Judah and Jerusalem in the 8th century BC, under kings Uzziah, Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah. We outline the basic structure of the book (chapters 1–5, 6, 7–39, and beyond) and show how Isaiah wrestles with faith, judgment, hope, and the promise of a coming Messiah. All of this is meant to help us hear Isaiah not as a random collection of verses, but as God’s authoritative, life-giving word for his people—then and now.
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A sermon on Isaiah 9:2–8.
Week 1 of Isaiah Bible Study at Wellspring Church
A sermon on Isaiah 6, the holiness of God, and the hope for change.
A few days ago, I returned from a remarkable two-week trip to West Africa Theological Seminary (WATS) in Lagos, Nigeria. I went at the invitation of Dr. Gary Maxey, the seminary’s founder and longtime faculty member. It was one of the most meaningful ministry experiences I’ve ever had—an opportunity to teach, consult, and learn alongside passionate Christian leaders serving on the frontlines of gospel ministry in one of the most dynamic and challenging regions in the world.
True joy isn’t found in pride, comfort, or control—it’s found in humility. In this message from Philippians 2:1–11, Pastor Matt Ayars unpacks how humility is the key to restoring joy in our lives. Joy flows from reconciled relationships, and reconciliation requires humility. Joy grows as we serve others, and service demands humility. Joy deepens as we obey God’s call, and obedience, too, begins with humility. At the center of it all stands Jesus—who humbled himself even to death on a cross. His example shows us that the way up in God’s kingdom is always down, and that lasting joy is born in a surrendered heart.
Revelation 22 brings the story of Scripture to its breathtaking conclusion—the curse is lifted, the river of life flows freely, and God’s people dwell forever in His presence. In this Bible study, we explore John’s final vision of the new creation, the return of Jesus, and the invitation to “come.” You’ll see how the end of the Bible echoes the beginning, completing God’s plan to restore what was lost in Eden.
Join us as we reflect on the hope of eternity, the promise of Christ’s coming, and what it means to live now in light of forever.
Hungry people don’t always know they’re hungry—until they catch a whiff. In this message, Pastor Matt shows how the Spirit is stirring a hunger for Jesus in our culture and how the church must steward the gospel well.
We unpack what that looks like: knowing the gospel clearly, living it with integrity, sharing it wisely, guarding it from distortion, and investing it in people. Just like the aroma of fresh bread draws us to the table, our lives should carry the aroma of Christ that awakens hunger for him.
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We live in a world of endless hurry—overflowing calendars, constant distractions, and an addiction to busyness. Yet the irony is clear: despite more time-saving devices than ever before, we feel like we have less time. In this message, Pastor Matt Ayars explores what it means to give our time back to God, to set healthy boundaries, and to resist the storm of boundaryless chaos.Drawing from Haitian culture, the biblical vision of Sabbath, and insights from John Mark Comer’s The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry, this sermon challenges us to slow down, simplify, and embrace silence, solitude, Sabbath, and slowness as spiritual practices.How we spend our time is how we spend our lives—and who we become. Jesus not only calls us to obey his teaching but to adopt his unhurried lifestyle. Let’s stop wasting time and rediscover life as God intended.
In this episode, we step into Revelation 21, one of the most breathtaking chapters in all of Scripture. This Bible study recording unpacks John’s vision of the new heaven and new earth, the holy city descending like a bride, and God’s promise to wipe away every tear. We explore the hope of new creation, the end of death and pain, and what it means that God will dwell with his people forever.
Along the way, we wrestle with the imagery, connect the vision to the promises of the Old Testament, and reflect on what this future means for how we live in the present. Revelation 21 isn’t just a picture of the end—it’s a call to endurance, worship, and hope right now.
Join us as we imagine the world remade, the curse lifted, and the Lamb reigning at the center of it all.
In this message from 2 Corinthians 9:6–11, Pastor Matt unpacks what it means to be a cheerful giver and why our approach to money reveals the true condition of our hearts. While Jesus didn’t talk about money more than any other subject, he did speak about it often—because money is never just about money. How we think about, spend, and manage our resources points to where our trust lies and what we value most.
This sermon explores:
Paul’s teaching that God supplies seed for sowing and multiplies generosity.
Why Jesus warned about money’s power to become an idol.
How money often becomes a false measure of our worth and a cover for shame.
The call to give sacrificially, not just from abundance, but from trust in God’s provision.
Join us as we learn how generosity frees us from the grip of money, reveals our faith in Christ, and leads us into deeper joy.
One week after the shocking assassination of Charlie Kirk, we pause to reflect on what this moment reveals about the spiritual, cultural, and political climate in America. In this episode, we discuss how the church is responding, where it must exercise discernment, and how believers can remain rooted in the gospel amid turmoil and polarization. This conversation wrestles with grief, division, and the call to be a faithful witness of Christ in a fractured nation.
In this episode, we dive into Revelation 20 and explore the much-debated “millennial reign of Christ.” What does John mean by a thousand years? Is it literal or symbolic? We’ll walk through the three major interpretations—premillennialism, amillennialism, and postmillennialism—highlighting the strengths and challenges of each view. While Christians have long disagreed on the details, we’ll emphasize what all traditions affirm: Christ will return, evil will be defeated, the dead will be raised, and God’s people will dwell with him forever.
In this session, Pastor Matt walks through Revelation 19—heaven’s “Hallelujahs,” the marriage supper of the Lamb, and why worship, justice, and faithful witness anchor Christian hope. He unpacks the bride imagery (intimacy + faithfulness), the “righteous deeds” that ready us for Jesus, and how communion functions as a weekly foretaste of the final feast. Along the way: practical counsel on prayer as the litmus test of intimacy with God, reflections on worship leadership, and a preview of next week’s deep dive on Revelation 20 and millennial views.
In this discussion, Pastor Matt responds to the tragic death of Charlie Kirk with honesty, grief, and hope rooted in Scripture. Drawing on Revelation and the promises of resurrection, he reminds us that death does not silence the witness of those who speak truth with courage. This time of reflection wrestles with the heaviness of loss, the reality of spiritual warfare, and the call for the church to be bold in love and truth. While acknowledging the pain felt by Charlie’s family and the brokenness of our culture, Pastor Matt points us to the greater reality: heaven rejoices, Christ conquers, and the people of God are called to persevere. Through prayer and teaching, this message invites us to grieve with hope, to trust God’s justice, and to live courageously as witnesses of the gospel in a world desperate for light.
Discover how Exodus 15:22–27 shows that the way out of life’s struggles is often the long road of love. Learn how God transforms bitterness into blessing through the cross and teaches us to trust Him in the wilderness.
Discover why God chose a tent for his dwelling in Exodus and what the Tabernacle teaches us today about accessibility, holiness, evangelism, and trusting God in life’s deserts.
Explore Revelation 16 verse by verse—unpacking the seven bowls of wrath, the meaning of Armageddon, and the call to remain faithful in the end times.
Discover how the Ten Commandments reveal more than rules—they point us to a living relationship with God. This sermon explores the heart of the law, its fulfillment in Christ, and the transforming work of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost, showing that salvation is not just forgiveness but a new heart that truly loves God and others.