Category: Uncategorized
-
The Messy Ministry of Reconciliation: Lessons from Corinth
A Father’s Anguish Have you ever wondered how the early Christian churches dealt with internal conflicts and divisions? The story of the apostle Paul and the Corinthian church provides a fascinating insight. The apostle Paul, once a persecutor of Christians, now paces anxiously in Ephesus. The Corinthian church, a community he founded, has turned against…
-
The Party, the Pigs, and the Father Who Never Gives Up
What honey? What is that? It’s a sign—I can’t see it. Wait a minute. Okay, thank you darlin’, thank you very much. Oh, thank you. The thought is beautiful dear and I love you for it. But I—I can’t accept this Kingship thing because to me there’s only one—which is Christ. Elvis Presley September 30,…
-
Living in the Moment
Living Like Mary in a World of Martha’s: Prioritizing the Present In a world filled with distractions and busyness, it can be easy to lose sight of the present moment and overlook the true meaning of our daily lives. This sermon, titled “Living Like Mary in a World of Martha’s: Prioritizing the Present,” draws inspiration…
-
Perseverance in 1 Thess.
Paul’s Direct Approach: A Beacon of Hope Have you ever felt like you were enduring an endless storm, seeking a beacon of hope to lead you through? The ancient words of ‘1 Thessalonians,’ written in the midst of persecution and adversity, still resonate with profound relevance, providing us with that glimmer of steadfast hope today.…
-
From Short Stature to Tall Order: Finding Purpose and Redemption in 2024
Grace in a Sycamore Tree: Lessons from Zacchaeus for a New Year Let’s go on a transformative journey alongside Zacchaeus, a despised and wealthy tax collector, who found redemption and purpose by seeking Jesus. Despite facing ridicule, Zacchaeus’s desperate act of climbing a tree brought him face-to-face with Jesus, who saw beyond his flaws and…
-
O Holy Night: Love Wrapped in a Manger
Embracing the Spirit of Christmas Accompanied by the cordial cherries and the glow of Christmas lights, the season of joy and togetherness arrives. As we gather to watch ‘It’s a Wonderful Life,” “Elf,” and “A Christmas Story,” let these moments become cherished memories for you and your family. Christmas moves beyond the search for the…