Sermons
The Antidote To Worry
October 21, 2018 | Rev. Dr. Lorne Bostwick
Series: Thanksgiving
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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 | Rev. Dr. Lorne Bostwick
Series: Science and Religion
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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 | Rev. Dr. Lorne Bostwick
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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.
Transformation in the Desert
September 9, 2018 | Lorne Bostwick
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We all have times in our lives that feel parched and broken. Israel recounts their hope in the words of Isaiah who speaks about their desert blooming. We are looking for hope today also. Our own land is one that is withering under rudderless leadership and in moral disarray. God does promise hope in the vision of Isaiah.