I intend to share in the sermon several Biblical metaphors that mean a lot to me: when I 'survey the wondrous cross' and the empty tomb. These will not be…
Crowds are very powerful. For example, they are the force behind ‘home team advantage’ in ballgames. They also cause riots and lynchings, as well as giving standing ovations. Consider the…
Here, for a change is anout-of-the-box TED talk, which I'll referene during the sermon. I think it's worth the 16 minutes, 34 seconds to watch, even if you think he's…
Due to the True Story calendar, we’ll consider the resurrection twice in 4 weeks. The Easter sermon ponders if “Easter” deserves more than a ‘once a year’ consideration. Hint: In…
I think it likely Satan tempts us most successfully, by inviting us just do what seems natural and normal, without pausing to reflect on deeper truths. What do you think?
Consider the contrast between the covenant found in Genesis 15 and Deuteronomy 28. We sometimes use the phrases ‘conditional love’ and ‘unconditional love’. What do you learn in this regard…
Notice the sense of pilgrimage. Is 'being settled' a worthy goal, or a subtle temptation? This accompanying quilt design is referred to in the sermon. Quilt pattern: Children of Israel…