Texts: 1 Samuel 2:18-20, 26 • Psalm 148 • Colossians 3:12-17 • Luke 2:41-52 In his video commentary introducing the bible study series Manna and Mercy, Alan Storey, a Methodist pastor from South Africa, presents the story of another young pastor, Dave, and the lesson his son taught him about what happens when people lose their Jesus. This … Continue reading Sermon: Sunday, December 30, 2012: First Sunday after Christmas Day
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Sermon: Tuesday, December 25, 2012: Nativity of Our Lord, Christmas Day
Texts: Isaiah 52:7-10 + Psalm 98 + Hebrews 1:1-12 + John 1:1-14 The Church seems to have its clocks set perennially about four to six weeks ahead. Even as we gather this morning, the world is already moving on from its celebration of Christmas and preparing for New Year’s Eve parties and the start of … Continue reading Sermon: Tuesday, December 25, 2012: Nativity of Our Lord, Christmas Day
Sunday, November 27, 2011: First Sunday in Advent: New and Improved
Texts: Isaiah 64:1-9 • Psalm 80:1-7, 17-19 • 1 Corinthians 1:3-9 • Mark 13:24-37 “New and Improved.” That’s the name that Pastor Tim and I have given to the sermon series we’re preaching during the four weeks of Advent this year. The title is an obvious reference to the season of consumerism we’ve all entered … Continue reading Sunday, November 27, 2011: First Sunday in Advent: New and Improved
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