Messages From England | Wk 2 London | Rev. Adam Hamilton | Church of the Resurrection

About this sermon

In this message, Pastor Adam Hamilton takes us back to Oxford, the birthplace of Methodism, to uncover how John Wesley and the early Methodists shaped a movement that connected intellect with faith, education with spirituality, and belief with action. From Christ Church to Lincoln College, we see how Wesley’s passion for being a “real Christian” continues to echo in our calling today. Pastor Adam reminds us that Methodism was never about checking your brain at the door of the church. It was about asking questions, using your mind to love God, and living out your faith in practical ways. Whether through starting schools, visiting prisoners, or caring for the most vulnerable, the Methodist movement was rooted in both personal devotion and social impact. From this sermon, we learn that being “almost” a Christian isn’t enough. True transformation comes when we give our whole lives to Christ and let the Holy Spirit work in us—empowering us to serve, love, and bring hope to those who need it most. Faith becomes real when it shows up in action, not just words. Join us as we retrace these powerful steps of history and discover what it means to move beyond “almost” into an altogether faith. Watch the full sermon and be inspired to live with purpose, conviction, and love that changes lives and communities. Highlights: [0:00] - Welcome [0:36] - Reading of Scripture [1:22] - Intro Video [2:25] - Sermon Intro: Christ Church & Oxford’s Heritage [5:02] - Faith and Intellect together [6:59] - Love God With Your Mind [8:40] - Methodism and Education [10:48] - Charles Wesley’s Hymn [11:57] - Wesley at Lincoln College [13:00] - Conviction To Honor God In All Things [15:16] - The First Methodist Group [17:03] - Core Methodist Practices [18:07] - Dining Hall & Small Groups [21:41] - University Church of St. Mary [24:23] - Call To Be Altogether Christians [28:30] - Castle Prison Ministry [33:52] - Conclusion: Let’s Be Altogether Christians [36:16] - Closing Prayer [36:51] - Thank You For Watching Visit our website: https://resurrection.church/ Connect with us on social media! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/weareresurrection Twitter: https://x.com/umcresurrection Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/resurrectionumc/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@ChurchoftheResurrection Learn more from us at https://resurrection.church/next #ResurrectionAUnitedMethodistChurch #JohnWesley #MethodistMovement

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• Church & Fellowship
• Resurrection
• The Church