Abiding in Love

Listen to and/or watch this sermon here Abiding Love – Easter 5 – May 2nd, 2021 1 John and the Gospel of John are likely not the same Johns. Sort of like I am not the same Whitney who rocked our radio stations in the 80s. But in the ancient days, a way of honoring …

Offertory Prayer: Wages & Gifts

We know, God, wages are expected but gifts are freely given. We freely give today to you, God, for you freely gift us grace upon grace. Accept our offerings and bless the givers and receivers with the assurance of your love. Amen.

Offertory Prayer: Can’t Take It

Holy God, all our wealth gained on earth cannot come with us into heaven. Jesus told us to use our wealth for good on earth and not hoard the wealth. So we share. We offer these gifts today and ask you to guide them to do good now. Amen.

Many Gifts; One Spirit

John 2:1-11 1 Cor. 12:1-11 In the shadow of the Apollo Temple sits the Corinthian church. They receive a letter one day from the Apostle Paul. He writes them that they are uninformed. They, who are stellar examples of Roman wisdom. They – who are in the shadow of THE religious place to be and …

Peace on Earth

Isaiah 40: 1-11  Mark 1:1-8 A country is invaded by people who have skin a different color than us. They speak a different language. They worship in a different religion. And they declare our land now belongs to a minority living among us. We revolt - we protest - we fight. And they keep sending …

Sola Fide – Faith Alone

Matthew 22:15-22 (34-46) 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10 (2:1-8)   Picture with me the most evil person you can. Historic or not. The most evil. Got them in mind? Okay, now, if, on their death bed, they have a change of mind and soul, and had faith in Jesus - would they go to heaven? Even with …

Offertory Prayer – Acts 9:36-43; Rev 7:9-17

Heavenly Lamb who is our Shepherd, we joyfully look forward to the day you wipe every tear from our eyes. Until that day, we will tend your sheep. Like Dorcas, we offer our gifts to you to be used for caring for others. Bless everyone who receives, gives, and witnesses generosity in your name. Amen.

One Lord, One Faith, One Baptism

Jeremiah 1:4-10 Ephesians 4:1-16 What is stronger? Rock, or water? Rock seems stronger than water. Rocks keep water back, such as with dams. A rock goes through a window a whole lot easier than a rain drop. People build solid foundations out of rocks - not on sinking watery ground. But let's consider water: with …