Sermon – January 24, 2010
“That Giving Spirit (continued)” 1 Corinthians 12:1-11 I was talking with someone one time about what I like to do for recreation. I told her I liked to play basketball, softball, and volleyball. She asked if I liked to run. I replied, “Not really, I prefer teams...
Sermon – January 17, 2010
“That Giving Spirit” 1 Corinthians 12:1-11; John 2:1-11 This is one of those weeks where I wonder where to start. Do I talk about what I had originally planned to talk about, or do I address some obvious topics that have arisen in the last week. Originally, I intended...
Sermon – Jan 10, 2010
“It's A Pleasure” Luke 3:15-17, 21-22 This morning we come together and we recognize and celebrate the baptism of Jesus Christ by John the Baptist. It's a very special moment. Jesus comes to John on the banks of the Jordan River and asks to be baptized. John responds...
Sermon – Jan 3, 2010
“Treasures” Matthew 2:1-12 Anyone out there make New Year's Resolutions? If so, are they realistic? I don't make resolutions myself, although I do have some goals in mind, one's that I planned last year and will probably continue to work on. Things like lose a few...
Sermon – December 13, 2009
“What Did Mary Know?” Luke 1:39-55 “Mary, did you know that your Baby Boy would one day walk on water? Mary, did you know that your Baby Boy would save our sons and daughters? Did you know that your Baby Boy has come to make you new? This Child that you delivered will...
Sermon – December 6, 2009
“Crying Out in the Wilderness” Luke 3:1-6 It was the Sunday after Christmas at St John's United Church. Reverend Smith was looking at the nativity scene prior to packing away the figures when he noticed the baby Jesus was missing. Immediately, Reverend Smith turned...