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“We begin the new year in Jesus’ name.” Sermon on Philippians 2:9-13 for New Year’s Day, January 1, 2015
When we call a pastor or teacher, across the top of the call document in large letters are the words “In the Name of Jesus.” Those words are at the bottom of the introduction pages in our hymnal. Some of … Continue reading
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“Simeon Makes a Graceful Exit.” Sermon on Luke 2:25-35 for Christmas 1, December 28, 2014
Simeon is one of those people we meet on the pages of Scripture who appears, we read a few verses about him, and then he disappears and we never hear from him again. He’s much like Enoch or Melchizedek or … Continue reading
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“To You Is Born a Savior, Who is Christ the Lord,” Sermon on Luke 2:1-14 for Christmas Eve, December 24, 2013
A. In the Christmas Eve Gospel we read about two decrees. The first one is not entirely honest. “There went out a decree from Caesar Augustus, that all the world should be taxed..” When Caesar Augustus stretched out his hand and said, “Let all the … Continue reading
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“Love Defined,” Wedding Sermon on 1 Corinthians 13
A. The Scripture you chose for today is one of the most poetic sections in the Bible outside of the Psalms. That’s why it’s chosen for many weddings—that and the frequent mention of love. But today with God’s help we’re … Continue reading
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“I am going to prepare a place for you.” Funeral sermon.
“Let not your hearts be troubled. Believe in God; believe also in me. 2 In my Father’s house are many rooms. If it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you? 3 And if I go and prepare a … Continue reading
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“How Do I Look?” Sermon for Pentecost 2 on Luke 7:1-10, May 30 / June 2, 2013
A. Something that people both inside and outside the church are talking about is “Worldviews.” In our time people come from many cultures, many religious backgrounds, many sociological backgrounds. It’s more than the old ethnic stereotypes… that guy’s Irish so … Continue reading
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“Jesus Prays for Unity” Sermon for Easter 7 on John 17:20-26, May 12, 2013
A. When look at our world, you don’t see unity. You see division. You see it in the nations of the world. In the news we hear about a nation that wants to rise in importance (North Korea), so it … Continue reading
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“Your Faith Rests Not on Human Wisdom, but on God’s Power” Sermon on 1 Corinthians 2:1-10 for Easter 2, April 7, 2013
A. Today I am going to go against nearly 2,000 years of Christian tradition. For all this time, Thomas has been called the doubter. I think that’s unfair because the other disciples doubted, too. After all, they were hiding behind … Continue reading
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“Jesus is risen. What more can you say?” Sermon on Luke 24:1-12, Easter Day, March 31, 2013
A. A week ago I was talking with some of my co-workers about preaching for Easter, and I jokingly said, “Jesus is risen. What more can you say?” Then I sat down to write the sermon, and that was all … Continue reading
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