4th Sunday after Epiphany Micah 6:1-8; Psalm 15; 1 Corinthians 1:18-31; Matthew 5:1-12 The readings for this Sunday come to us as the nation watched another unarmed black man being murdered on national television. Not long ago, I heard the expression, "culture will have you for lunch." It does seem that human beings can not …
Sermon 01.22.23 – The Imperfect Path to Illumination
Sermon 01.15.23 – Light Given
The Word this Sunday – 01.15.23
2nd Sunday after Epiphany Isaiah 49:1-7 ; Psalm 40:1-11; 1 Corinthians 1:1-9; John 1:29-42 Today's gospel begins with the Baptizer pointing those around him to Christ, "Here is the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world!" This is a big deal. It is believed Jaybee had a following, and some may …
Sermon 01.08.23 – Changed Upon the Waters
The Word this Sunday – 01.08.23
Baptism of Our Lord Isaiah 42:1-9; Psalm 29; Acts 10:34-43; Matthew 3:13-17 The voice of the Lord is powerful, and the author of the 29th psalm knows everything about it. It shakes the earth. When it moves upon the waters (verse 3), it is something to behold. It can create out of nothing (Genesis 1:1), …
