Are you trying to be a perfect woman, mother, or Christian — and just feel exhausted?

This heartfelt and humorous Mother’s Day sermon by Pastor Gary Wilkerson invites women to stop striving under the weight of perfectionism and find freedom in God’s grace. Drawing from Proverbs 31 and Galatians 4, it contrasts the pressures of “doing it all” with the liberating truth of our identity as daughters of God.

Main Ideas:

• Proverbs 31 can feel like pressure, not inspiration.
• Perfectionism leads to burnout and shame. The desire to earn love and approval—both human and divine—can trap us in performance and addiction cycles.
• We're not called to earn God’s love—he’s already given it. Galatians 4 reminds us that we are not slaves under the law but adopted daughters of God, free and beloved.
• Grace empowers, not burdens. The life of faith isn’t about striving but about trusting Jesus to work through us with his strength.
• Today is not just Mother's Day—it's Daughter’s Day. A powerful declaration that our worth is not in doing more, but in being God's child. Are you trying to be a perfect woman, mother, or Christian — and just feel exhausted?

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Are We Standing Together or Standing Apart?

This sermon from 1 Corinthians 11:23-34 reminds us that our divided testimony weakens the Church's impact. Pastor Conlon highlights:

• Christ offered forgiveness at his betrayal - showing unity even when abandoned
• Our divisions (political, denominational, cultural) distract from our mission
• Personal healing comes through choosing forgiveness over grievance
• A unified Church across differences becomes a powerful witness to our divided world
• When we gather for communion, we proclaim Christ's unifying sacrifice

Pastor Conlon shares his own story of reconciliation with someone who wounded him, demonstrating how peace begins with our choice to forgive as Christ forgave us.

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Carter Conlon joined the pastoral staff of Times Square Church in 1994 and was appointed senior pastor in 2001. In May of 2020, he moved into a continuing role as general overseer of Times Square Church, Inc. Carter is also a World Challenge board member.

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How Do We Sing When Our World Is Shaking?

This sermon explores Psalm 47, focusing on the theme of finding joy and singing praises even during difficult times. Gary Wilkerson connects this to Psalm 46, which describes a world in turmoil.

Main Ideas:

1. God calls us to sing praises even amid life's crises and challenges
2. We can sing because: God reigns as king, subdues our enemies, chooses us, and loves us
3. Singing has spiritual and physical benefits: reduces stress, improves mood, boosts immunity
4. God's sovereignty ("He sits" rather than paces with worry) and protection provide security
5. Like God who sings over his people, we're encouraged to respond with praise in all circumstances

The sermon concludes with an encouragement to sing praises in all circumstances as a response to God's character and promises.

https://wcmin.us/ss250504c