Sermon August 10-08 – “Walking on Water”

“Walking on Water” August 10, 2008 – Matthew 14:22-33 There is an old story that has often been re-told in especially the Eastern Orthodox part of the church. According to the tale, a devout abbot from a monastery decided to take a prolonged spiritual retreat in...

Sermon Aug. 3, 2008 – “Wrestling with God”

“Wrestling with God” Genesis 32:22-31 I remember when I was growing up there were always the debates on the playground. What was real and what was fake. Often the biggest battles were over the reality of a certain television sporting event. Of course I am...

Sermon July 20, 2008 – “Harvest Time”

“Harvest Time” July 20, 2008 – Matthew 13:24-30, 36-43 There were times when I was growing up when we tended to avoid heading to my grandparent’s places. Usually this was around haying time. Instead of having a relaxing day sitting and talking with family,...

Sermon, April 20-08

“Living the Way, Truth and Light” April 20/08, John 14:1-14 “I am the Way, and the truth, and the light. No one comes to the Father except through me.” Do we believe this? What do these words say to us today? We live in a world that has changed a lot, even in...

Sermon, April 6-08

“Walking the Road Together” April 6/08, Luke 24:13-35, Acts 2:14a, 32-41 A few weeks ago, I asked you to watch the reactions of those who have come to know and encounter Jesus Christ after his resurrection. Last week we saw Thomas and the disciples. This week we...

Celebrating the Gift of Life, an Easter Sermon

“Celebrating The Gift of Life” March 23/08 Easter Sunday, John 20:1-18 Easter… brings to mind so many things doesn’t it? What was in your mind when you woke up this Easter morning? Excited children… chocolate… spring… What about life?...