Sermons

Disciples’ Shrewdness

As we strive to be more devoted and less distracted disciples during these final weeks of this Pentecost season, I’m wondering if today’s Gospel lesson will do us much good.

Jesus Never Stops Searching, or Finding

I recently overheard a man who was about my age trying to explain the concept of a “Trip Tik” to his teenage granddaughter.

Living the Generous and Sacrificial Life of Jesus

Usually, my sermon focuses is on the Gospel lesson, but for today I found myself drawn to the reading from the New Testament book of Hebrews.

Prepare to be Unbound

Here we are at the end of summer, at least as far as the school year is concerned.

The Struggle of Giving the Finite Infinite Value

The writer of Ecclesiastes reminds us: “…sometimes one who has toiled with wisdom and knowledge and skill must leave all to be enjoyed by another who did not toil for it.”

Prayer Makes Room for the Holy Spirit

Our journey this Pentecost Season continues as we focus on being more devoted and less distracted disciples.

Go and Do Likewise

Our Pentecost Season journey toward devoted – not distracted – discipleship continues today with an oh-so-familiar story.

Being a Good Guest for the Sake of the Gospel

Are you settled in for the journey? Last Sunday the Gospel began by telling us that Jesus had set his face for Jerusalem. He is determined, resolute, devoted to doing God’s will, and...