Sermons

The Antidote To Worry

October 21, 2018  | 

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There is a lot of anxiety in our World today.  We are constantly bombarded with divisive rhetoric and shameful lies.  It is hard to keep from staring into the pit.  Yet, we have wisdom that can refocus our attention and attitudes in ways that bring hope, assurance, and generosity of spirit.  Let us set our minds on these things.

Science and Religion: Making Sense of What We See

September 30, 2018  | 

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Science and Religion are often pitted against one another in our contemporary world.  But are they two competing explanations of the same reality or are they complimentary, speaking of different parts of a larger reality?  The new atheism has challenged Christianity as a delusion.  But is it a delusion or an inspiration?  Join me as I explore Science and Religion in this sermon.

Truth-Telling

September 16, 2018  | 

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"The tongue is evil."  "The tongue is a fire."  You can tell that James feels strongly about the way we use words and communicate with each other.  Today, many people cannot distinguish between truth and a lie.  When leaders are telling us up is down and right is left, it gets a little confusing.  James reminds us that we all have responsibility for our speech but leaders are going to be judged more harshly.

Beyond Bread

August 12, 2018  | 

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John has a thing for the symbolic meaning of bread.  It represents the sustaining providence of God in this life and it is the symbol of God's care for the spirit in eternal life. Jesus said, "one shall not live by bread alone but by every word that proceeds from the mouth of God."  What does this mean for us today?