“But we ought always to thank God for you, brothers and sisters loved by the Lord, because God chose you … More
Tag: Grace
What Is a Sacrament?
What is a sacrament? You’ve probably heard Christians use that word. Do you know what a sacrament is? As we … More
Is Baptism Our Work for God or God’s Work for Us?
Is baptism our work for God or God’s work for us? Many churches say that baptism is when you decide … More
Good Friday Sermon: “The Man on the Middle Cross Said I Could Come”
One of the criminals who hung there hurled insults at him: “Aren’t you the Christ? Save yourself and us!” But … More
Do We Have to Earn Our Salvation?
Do we have to earn our salvation? There’s no such thing as a free lunch, right? If we want something … More
How Can I Be Sure of My Salvation?
How can I be sure of my salvation? That’s a heart-felt question. There’s nothing more important than salvation. There’s nothing … More
Denying the Undeniable
(This is the second in a series of five Lenten sermons on the “Passion” of Jesus. As we walk with … More
Even the Dogs…
Leaving that place, Jesus withdrew to the region of Tyre and Sidon. A Canaanite woman from that vicinity came to him, … More
Ash Wednesday Sermon: “Rend Your Hearts”
“Even now,” declares the Lord, “return to me with all your heart, with fasting and weeping and mourning.” Rend your heart and not your garments.Return to … 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
Upside-Down Savior 