Breathing in the Words – Sermon, May 1, 2011

“Breathing in the Words” Ezekiel 37:1-14; John 20:19-31 Winter is over… I hope, and we are starting to see the new growth happen around our homes and gardens. The grass begins to green, the buds are starting to sprout on the trees, flowers begin to grow and...

The First – Easter Sermon, April 24, 2011

“The First” Matthew 28:1-10 Over the last week, through our sharing in devotional lunches and worship, we’ve been focusing on the people around Jesus in his final days. On Monday we looked at the Pharisees and their fight to hold onto the positions of power. On...

Who Is This Guy? – Palm Sunday Sermon, April 17, 2011

“Who Is This Guy?” Matthew 21:1-11 Today is a day of celebration! Jesus has returned to Jerusalem! As he rides by on the donkey, people are dropping branches and coats on the ground, spreading them across the road as he passes. People are walking ahead of Jesus, and...

Fall Down and Worship – Sermon, March 13, 2011

“Fall Down and Worship” Genesis 2:15-17; 3:1-7; Romans 5:12-19; Matthew 4:1-11 “Fall Down and Worship” Genesis 2:15-17; 3:1-7; Romans 5:12-19; Matthew 4:1-11 What can we say in regards to what is happening in the world this year? Protests and horrific violence...

What Are We Doing? – Ash Wednesday Sermon, March 9, 2011

“What Are We Doing?” Matthew 6:1-6, 16-21 Ash Wednesday has to seem as a bit of a mystery to many people in our communities, maybe even our families. Lent as a whole has taken on a whole new meaning today. Now, people see Lent is about giving something up. Some people...