What does it mean to hunger and thirst for righteousness? Here is a brief reflection on that question, in a devotion that I wrote for my congregation on the beatitudes of Jesus found in Matthew 5:1-12.
Hungering and Thirsting for Righteousness
Summoned and Sent: My Sermon on Matthew 9:35 – 10:23
The first disciples sent out as Jesus' apostles are named in this gospel reading, but they comprise an unexpected group. What does that mean for us? Here is my sermon reflecting on that question.
Who Are the Meek?
What does Jesus mean when he blesses the meek? Here is a brief reflection on that question, in a devotion that I wrote for my congregation on the beatitudes of Jesus found in Matthew 5:1-12.
Mercy, Not Sacrifice: My Sermon on Matthew 9:9-13, 18-26
Jesus tells us to "go and learn what this means, 'I desire mercy, not sacrifice.'" Here is my sermon on this theme, found in Matthew 9:13 and in Hosea 6:6.
Grace, Love, and Communion: My Sermon on 2 Corinthians 13:11-13 for Holy Trinity Sunday
The gifts of the Holy Trinity include the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit. Here is sermon on these gifts for Holy Trinity Sunday.
Mourning with Jesus
Jesus blesses those who mourn, but what does it mean to mourn with Jesus? Here is a brief reflection on that question, in a devotion that I wrote for my congregation on the beatitudes of Jesus found in Matthew 5:1-12.
Pentecost for Us: My Sermon for the Day of Pentecost on John 20:19-23
On the Day of Pentecost we gather to give thanks for the miraculous gift of the Holy Spirit. But what does this miracle mean for us today? Here is my sermon on the Day of Pentecost.
What Does It Mean to Be Poor in Spirit?
What does it mean to be poor in spirit? Here is a brief reflection on that question, in a devotion that I wrote for my congregation on the beatitudes of Jesus found in Matthew 5:1-12.
The Path of Blessedness
Here is the first of a new devotional series I wrote for my congregation on the beatitudes of Jesus found in Matthew 5:1-12.
Defending Our Hope: My Sermon on Acts 17:22-31
Always be ready to defend our hope, Peter writes. And Paul shows us how to do that, in his sermon in front of the Areopagus. Here is my sermon on Acts 17:22-31.
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