Sermon Matthew 2:1-12 January 5, 2014 “ Worshiping from Afar Just Doesn’t Cut It”
As we move from one season to another…from the 12 days of Christmas to the chilly weeks of Epiphany, we stow away the mementos of our Christmas trees with their […]
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Sermon Matthew 2:13-23 “The Flight to Egypt” December 29, 2013
We have to wonder about Matthew’s wisdom or logic in placing this particular story in his gospel. It’s a dark tale far removed from the idyllic pageantry of Christmas with […]
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Sermon Isaiah 9:2-7 “Christ is Born! Now the Journey Begins” December 24, 2013 (10:00 p.m.)
What does it mean to be a people who walk in darkness? You know, I love this late service on Christmas Eve. I love the quiet streets, the houses lit […]
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Sermon A Christmas Story Luke 2:1-21 Christmas Eve – 6:00 p.m. 2013
Carol “O Holy Night” Finally, the night sounds quieted, the town settling into sleep. Joseph found it difficult to close his eyes. He was aware of Mary […]
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Sermon Matthew 1:18-25 December 22 2013 “Believing the Impossible:Joseph’s Dilemma”
Joseph’s job was impossible and yet, by God’s grace, Joseph accomplished his task. Now, some of you might thinking I’m talking about the long, treacherous trek to Bethlehem to be […]
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Sermon Isaiah 2:1-5 “Hope-A Candle in the Dark” December 1, 2013
Many years ago, I had a vision of this very scripture. The mountain of the Lord, all nations streaming toward this one glorious house of God, an abiding […]
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Sermon Psalm 100 “Gratefully We Rejoice!” November 24, 2013
Reportedly, Psalm 100 is the second favorite Psalm in the Old Testament running just slightly behind Psalm 23. For those of you prone to reciting scripture from memory this maybe […]
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Sermon 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13 “The Art of Idleness” November 17, 2013
Okay…here’s Paul at his best…confusing us as only Paul can. As I read this passage, I know Paul can’t be condemning those who aren’t able to work or find work. […]
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Sermon Philippians 4:4-7 “We Give Thanks” November 10, 2013
This sermon was preached celebrating Stewardship Sunday as we consecrated with prayer our commitment for the coming year. Commitment Cards are available in the church office should you like to […]
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Sermon Luke 17:11-19 “Gratitude to the Nth Degree” October 13, 2013
Hopefully, last week’s sermon helped us see a connection between faith and forgiveness. This week’s sermon focuses on making the connection between the attribute of gratitude and the understanding of […]