Christmas Day 25 December 2018 (Isaiah 52:7-10 Hebrews 1:1-12 John 1:1-14) “God’s Word Not Interrupted!” Many of you may be aware how the shooting at the Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh on October 27 affected me in a deep and heartbreaking way, as with so many of you. Lois and I were in Pittsburgh … More “God’s Word Not Interrupted!”
Fourth Sunday of Advent 23 December 2018 (Micah 5:2-5 Hebrews 10:5-10 Luke 1:39-55) “Subversive Joy-filled Singing!” Here’s my deal with you this morning on this Fourth Sunday of Advent. I need you to smile at least once during this sermon. I’m going to preach this Gospel text in all its wildness and absurdity! This story … More “Joy-filled Subversive Singing!”
Second Sunday in Advent 9 December 2018 (Baruch 5:1-9 Philippians 1:3-11 Luke 1:68-79) “Miracle Baby/Child of Promise!” Is there anyone among us that simply does not love holding a tiny baby? (Okay, I know there are some big strapping guys who are afraid that a tiny baby will break in half, so they can be … More “Miracle Baby/Child of Promise!”
Luke 21:25-36 So as Pastor Mike shared in his announcements, today marks the beginning of our Advent season. Literally defined as “the coming of a significant person or event”, the word Advent, for Christians, most often directs our minds to the season we find ourselves entering into today… that of waiting and anticipation for the … More The Upheaval of Advent
Christ the King 25 November 2018 (Daniel 7:9-10, 13-14 Psalm 93 Revelation 1:4-8 John 18:33-37) “Claiming Kingdom Truth!” This is Christ the King Sunday, the final weekend of the church year before we begin Advent. Guess what I’d like you to do? Use your pew Bibles today! You may remember three weeks ago on All … More “Claiming Kingdom Truth!”
Twenty-Six Sunday after Pentecost (Miracle Workers) 18 November 2018 (Mark 13:1-8) “Do Not Be Led Astray!” [This sermon was delivered at the Saturday evening worship service only] This weekend we welcome back the Miracle Workers, who will lead both worship services on Sunday morning. The Miracle Workers is the group of special individuals, some with … More “Do Not Be Led Astray!”
Mark 12:38-44 If you we’re in worship with us over the month of October you should remember that Pastor Mike and myself focused our preaching on themes of stewardship. Of how we are called to live our lives as faithful managers of God’s House through the time, talents, and resources that God has blessed us … More The Heart of a Widow
