This is part 1 of a 6 part series from Max Lucado’s book, Traveling Light: Releasing the Burdens You Were Never Intended to Bear. Click here for the audio of this sermon. First Reading: (New Century Version) Exodus 6:2-3, 6a, 7b 2 Then God said to Moses, “I am the Lord. 3 I appeared to Abraham, Isaac, … [Read more…]
Click this link for the audio version of the sermon. Sunday, May 22, 2016 After Pentecost Holy Trinity Year C Old Testament Proverbs 8:1–4, 22–31 Psalm Psalm 8:1-9 New Testament Romans 5:1–5 Gospel John 16:12–15 Revised Common Lectionary (Bellingham, WA: Logos Bible Software, 2009).
I saw this blog post posted on my bishop’s site. After reading it, it really makes sense. Mostly, it is trusting that God is in charge and the Holy Spirit is guiding us, should we choose to respond to the Spirit Of Truth. Take a look, see what you think. http://careynieuwhof.com/2015/10/5-surprising-characteristics-of-churches-that-are-actually-reaching-the-next-generation/
Below is a video I was tagged in from Facebook. It would be nice if we all would have the wit to respond when our faith is challenged. Although the response does not hold a definitive response to the question of a God or not (which comes only in faith through the Holy Spirit), it … [Read more…]
Sunday, May 8, 2016 Seventh Sunday of Easter First Reading Acts 16:16–34 Psalm Psalm 97:1-12 New Testament Revelation 22:12–14, 16–17, 20–21 Gospel John 17:20–26 Click here for the audio of the sermon
From a “Buddy Christ” question that was addressed in a newsletter. Dear buddy, what does God say about gossip? Another good question this month. I love that you are willing to ask the tough questions. I am going to get a little technical on you first, so that we can come to … [Read more…]
Below is the link to an audio version of a sermon delivered at Calvary Lutheran in Minong. Sermons Sunday, May 1, 2016 | Easter Sixth Sunday of Easter Year C First Reading Acts 16:9–15 Psalm Psalm 67 New Testament Revelation 21:10, Revelation 21:22–22:5 Gospel John 5:1–9 Revised Common Lectionary (Bellingham, WA: Logos Bible Software, 2009). … [Read more…]
It is very interesting that it seems so difficult for people, and at times I include myself in this, to follow the words of Jesus. Jesus tells us just how to handle conflict, especially with other believers. Yet, why is it that becomes so difficult to follow? I am not sure if is out of … [Read more…]
Old Testament Isaiah 43:1-7 Psalm Psalm 29:1-11 New Testament Acts 8:14-17 Gospel Luke 3:15-22 The story of Jesus’ baptism must be important. It is one of few stories that are contained in all four gospels. … [Read more…]
Sunday, January 3, 2016 Second Sunday After Christmas Old Testament Jeremiah 31:7-14 Psalm 147:12-20 New Testament Ephesians 1:3-14 Gospel John 1:1-18 JOHN 1:1–18 The bolded text is this author’s additional explanation to the reading as translated by N.T. Wright. 1 In the beginning was the Word. The Word was close beside God, and the Word was … [Read more…]