Category

We are urged throughout the Bible not to think we have “arrived” in faith but to keep pressing on to “know the Lord.” Read More →

We need to recognize that we are sojourners on this earth, so that we ground our lives in the eternal, rather than being trapped in the trivialities or problems of the present. Read More →

Today our teens present elements of the worship service. Read More →

We are brought to spiritual wholeness through Christ. Read More →

The Biblical picture of what we will be in heaven. Read More →

There are striking parallels between Abraham’s testing with Isaac and what happens on Mt. Calvary. When there seems no way out, God provides the way. Read More →

We are called to pray and act in Jesus’ name, which means doing so in harmony with Jesus, in accord with Jesus’ empowerment and will. Read More →

The power of Christ frees us from negative forces. Read More →

We are called to decisive action, to live for God and use what we have for God’s purposes. Read More →

Jesus longs to “save” us. And that means Jesus approaches others, even though evil seems to define who they are, with the intent to offer mercy. Read More →

Self-denial means being detached from things that are useless in order that you can be attached to Christ. Read More →

Fullness of spiritual life develops only as we are “connected to the vine” – joined with Christ. Read More →

We choose (if we are wise) to live a life enriched by God’s law and spiritual truths. Our lives become extraordinary when we welcome the spirit into our lives and live as Christ would have us live. Read More →

Differences can tear us apart or, under the guidance of Christ, they can help us learn and grow together. Read More →

Carol Pozuc delivers this message for UMW Sunday. Read More →

D.S. Angela Lewis preaches. Read More →

We are each to play a key role, under God’s inspiration, in answering the world’s needs Read More →

God’s Spirit enables us to keep on in faith and service in spite of frustrations and threats and obstacles. This sermon was written by Dr. David Palmer and delivered by Rev. Douglas Denton. Read More →

John Wesley’s covenant service prepares Methodists’ hearts and minds for the year of worship ahead. Read More →

God in Christ works on the level of the small. Read More →

Jesus teaches us to be receptive, to wait with patience, that we may be ready for the coming of God into our lives. Read More →

People were not expecting the nature of God’s appearance in Jesus – that God appeared not in might but in humility, vulnerability, and nearness Read More →

Happy Thanksgiving! Read More →

Dr. Palmer, in three smaller sermonettes, discusses the importance of music in worship over the centuries. Read More →

Dr. Palmer examines how the saving grace of God can make even the most sinful among us saints in heaven. Read More →

Inspired by God’s goodness, we cheerfully give our best for God Read More →

This Consecration Sunday, Dr. Palmer discusses the importance of measuring oneself to God’s standard, and not man’s. Read More →

When God calls people into mission, people will sometimes run away from the call (Jonah), or come up with excuses for why they are not the one to do it (Moses). We are challenged by the model of Isaiah, who says, “Here I Am; Send Me.” Read More →

Human beings so often strive after things that are ultimately empty. We find our true satisfaction and fulfillment in God. Read More →

We need to recognize the presence of God’s Spirit in every other person. True faith is not insisting on one’s own claims but having a deep relationship with God that allows for compassion and the acceptance of diversity, and that leaves room for all. Read More →

God answers us personally, with what we truly need, in ways often beyond our understanding, and answers finally with a call to be in mission for God. Read More →

The glory of God is revealed in the wonder of the created world around us. Read More →

In the face of disasters, we need to trust that God is yet at work according to God’s good purpose. Read More →

Labor Day focuses on work and we will be considering what “work” we do to be part of God’s Kingdom. Read More →

Biblical people journeyed from anarchy (the period of the Judges) through authoritarianism (the period of the kings) through subservience (the period of being dominated by empires) to genuine freedom in Jesus Christ. Freedom is not simply being able to do what you want; it is... Read More →

We so often imagine that we have to wrestle our way through life by our own shrewdness and ability; but when we come up short, we recognize our profound need for God. Read More →

We are invited to live in light of the future we have with God. Read More →

God wants us to share the wealth, not hoard it. Read More →

Zephaniah initially proclaims God’s devastating judgment, then suddenly declares God’s forgiveness and promise. It is a theological movement foreshadowing what God does in Christ. Read More →

We often want to keep things controlled and comprehensible; but God works beyond our expectations.  We need to make room for mystery in life, to be receptive to the Spirit of God. Read More →

Although evil may rage on earth, there is a Judge on high.  God will ultimately bring justice.   We are called to be a part of God’s purposes on earth, trusting in the face of evil that good will prevail. Read More →

 We find our real strength, as individuals and as a nation, in God. Read More →

In Christ we see the incredible patience of God – that though humanity acts in sin and is slow to respond to God, God persists in grace.  Read More →

There is much bad in the world along with the good; but we need to let God be the judge, and on our part we are called to join with Christ, who is at work for redemption. Read More →

Jesus calls us to persevere in seeking God and doing good, even when God seems absent. Read More →

God’s Spirit, active eternally, is poured out expansively on the day of Pentecost, empowering the disciples to carry out what otherwise would be an impossible mission. We likewise are to look to the Holy Spirit for empowerment today! Read More →

The Israelites are being reminded that it was God, and only God, Who has been with them through many challenges. Paul assures his readers that they are children of God. Read More →

This is our annual Youth Sunday service, where our teens create and present the elements of the worship service. Read More →

We are called to be “good soil” – receiving the word of God to grow in us; and we also have a ministry of “sowing seed”: spreading God’s Word and grace, trusting that God will be at work in time. Read More →

The Christian life is a process of growth, moving from spiritual infancy (where unfortunately many people are stuck) into spiritual maturity; this requires a major commitment! Read More →