Category: Sermons

Sermons preached in a context, but written for people of all sorts and conditions.

  • Assuming what Jesus says

    Assuming what Jesus says

    It seems that we read this passage for the words Jesus says and then miss the message he conveys with them.

  • Fulfilling the Law

    Fulfilling the Law

    Getting at what Jesus is speaking to requires we remember the Beatitudes. And placing that above our own logic.

  • Blessed

    Blessed

    The Beatitudes challenge us to see the love in vulnerability, hope in fear, and in the blessing of justice.

  • Legacies

    Legacies

    Jesus invites fishermen to become disciples. To accept the transformation of their lives. Which is the point.

  • Our Time

    Our Time

    John the Baptist and Andrew offer a hopeful vision of faith, adaptation, and trust at a time of great change.

  • Turning the Page

    Turning the Page

    The Baptism of Our Lord gives us a chance to see the power of new beginnings—at a time when we are open to them.

  • In Divine Partnership

    In Divine Partnership

    In the Epiphany, we are invited to partner with God in new ways. Because God is always inviting new people in.

  • Grace and Truth

    Grace and Truth

    In reading the opening of the gospel of John on Christmas Day, we get a better sense of God’s vision for creation.