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Month: November 2021

Posted on November 29, 2021 by Rev. James E. Laurence · 7 Comments

Introducing Good Ground: A New Christian Devotional App

I am excited to share some information about a brand new Christian devotional app that launched this week.

Posted on November 27, 2021November 24, 2021 by Rev. James E. Laurence · 6 Comments

There Will Be Signs: My Sermon on Luke 21:25-36

The Season of Advent begins with this Jesus telling us that there will be signs indicating his return, but what are these signs, and how do we interpret them? Here is my sermon on Luke 21:25-36.

Posted on November 26, 2021November 23, 2021 by Rev. James E. Laurence · 1 Comment

What’s So Special About Luke’s Gospel?

All four gospels are important to understanding the good news of Jesus, but what is special about Luke's Gospel? As we begin a church year that primarily features Luke, here is a brief overview of this gospel.

Posted on November 24, 2021November 23, 2021 by Rev. James E. Laurence

Giving Thanks in All Circumstances

Here are some thoughts on the spiritual practice of giving thanks in all circumstances, and why it is so important for us all.

Posted on November 20, 2021November 18, 2021 by Rev. James E. Laurence · 1 Comment

A Kingdom Not of This World, But for This World: My Sermon on John 18:33-37

His kingdom is not from this world, but it is coming to this world. And even now, we can live in this world with him as our king. Here is my sermon for Christ the King Sunday, on John 18:33-37.

Posted on November 17, 2021November 16, 2021 by Rev. James E. Laurence · 3 Comments

The Two Words that Summarize Our Christian Faith

These two words "contain a summary of all of Christianity," according to Martin Luther, but why "grace" and "peace"? Here is my reflection on that question.

Posted on November 13, 2021November 10, 2021 by Rev. James E. Laurence · 3 Comments

Provoked to Love: My Sermon on Hebrews 10:11-25

This passage from Hebrews offers timeless wisdom and needed encouragement. Here is my sermon on Hebrews 10:11-25.

Posted on November 9, 2021November 8, 2021 by Rev. James E. Laurence · 11 Comments

The Rock on Which the Church Is Built

Built on a rock the church shall stand, but what is the rock on which the church shall stand? Here is my reflection on that question.

Posted on November 6, 2021November 4, 2021 by Rev. James E. Laurence · 8 Comments

Blessed Are Those Who Mourn: My Sermon on John 11:32-44

Before Jesus raises his friend Lazarus from the dead, he weeps. Here is my reflection on that powerful moment in scripture, and my sermon on John 11:32-44.

Posted on November 3, 2021November 4, 2021 by Rev. James E. Laurence · 8 Comments

My Visit to the Tomb of Lazarus

I had the great privilege and blessing of visiting the tomb of Lazarus three years ago, when I was on a pilgrimage to the Holy Land with my daughter. Here is a reflection on our visit to the site of this great miracle.

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