Sermons

A sermon is a talk. It is a conversation between God and the preacher, the preacher and him/herself, and the preacher and the listener. It is a beautiful, delightful dance of truth, memory, and possibility. Like a dance, a conversation can meander around the room gracefully, all the while leading you to end up right where you started - with a hopeful prayer.

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 God with a Tattoo (Revelation 21)
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God with a Tattoo (Revelation 21)

“See, I will not forget you! I have engraved your name on my hands, says the LORD!” In this All Saints Sunday sermon, I speak from Revelation 21 about the 7 Shadows we live with and God’s promise to bring us perpetual light.

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Genesis Chapter 1 - God Creates
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Genesis Chapter 1 - God Creates

What does Genesis 1 tell us about God? It describes the creation of the world by God. This chapter lays the groundwork for the rest of Scripture and provides insights into the nature of God, humanity, and the cosmos. In this blog post, we’ll explore the structure, themes, and theological significance of Genesis 1.

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The Transfiguration of Jesus, Part 1
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The Transfiguration of Jesus, Part 1

In the gospel of Matthew 17, Elijah and Moses with the Transfiguration of Jesus. They confirm his identity. Notice, it is not, “The Transformation of Jesus,” as if he is becoming something he is not. His fuller identity is being revealed (Colossians 1:15) and God says, “This is my Son, listen to him!”

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The Transfiguration of Jesus, Part 2
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The Transfiguration of Jesus, Part 2

In the gospel of Matthew 17, Elijah and Moses with the Transfiguration of Jesus. They confirm his identity. Notice, it is not, “The Transformation of Jesus,” as if he is becoming something he is not. Here his fuller identity is being revealed and God says, “This is my Son, listen to him!”

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