(This is the third in a series of five Lenten sermons on the “Passion” of Jesus. As we walk with … More
Tag: Forgiveness
Sleep in Peace
Lying awake at night is the worst, isn’t it? It usually means there’s something wrong. You’re anxious about a big … More
New Mercies Every Morning
How often does the sun come up? Every morning. Some days it’s cloudy. Some days it’s raining. Some winter days … More
Our Mediator
A man named Job in the Bible needed a mediator. Not for a court case. He needed a mediator between … More
Advent Devotion on the Song of Zechariah: “From Doubt to Faith”
His father Zechariah was filled with the Holy Spirit and prophesied: “Praise be to the Lord, the God of Israel, because he … More
An Answer to Anger
“Everyone is angry.” A friend recently recounted a conversation with a clerk at the store. Out of the blue, that … More
The Body and Blood of the Lord
In the following directives I have no praise for you, for your meetings do more harm than good. In the first place, … More
Avoid Sexual Immorality
It is God’s will that you should be sanctified: that you should avoid sexual immorality; that each of you should … More
Funeral Sermon: “A Time for Everything”
(This sermon was preached for the funeral of a dear member of our congregation – Robert (Bob) Turk – on … More
Swept Away Like the Mist
Morning mist doesn’t last long. If you’re up early enough, you might catch a glimpse of mist hanging quietly in … More
