Be a Teacher   (Philippians 4: 8-9)

by | Jan 19, 2020 | Sermon Text

In the Protestant church we emphasize greatly the preaching of God’s Word – and rightly so.  But our Bible does not place utmost importance on preaching.  In fact the Bible does not place primary emphasis on worship, or tithing, or even prayer.  Our Bible’s most...

Unwrap the Gift!   (John 11: 38-44)

by | Dec 22, 2019 | Sermon Text

Scientists tell us that December 21st is the longest night of the year. Every child knows better:  Christmas Eve is the longest night of the year.  I remember lying in bed as a child trying to will myself to sleep, peering outside the window to wonder which sparkling...

“The Abundant Life”   (John 10: 7-11)

by | Nov 24, 2019 | Sermon Text

A few years ago I was asked to address a large college audience concerning the question, ‘What is our heritage as Christians?’  The more I pondered that question, the less sure I was that I knew the answer.  But one phrase came to mind:  “We are the sheep of his...