1 Corinthians 15:1-11 Paul anchors Easter in eyewitness accounts of the truth that Jesus rose again. The resurrection is a fact. And if it’s a fact that Jesus died, was buried, and rose again (verses 3 and 4), then this is a world-changing historical event that needs to be announced. Paul mentions Peter (“Cephas”) first. … Continue reading “He Appeared”
“Witness”
This is the second of a two-part mini-series for Advent, looking at the life and message of John the Baptist in preparation for Christmas. John's message of repentance and invitation can be found in Matthew 3:1-12. Q. How has Jesus "come near" to you? Think of one moment when you were sure of your faith … Continue reading “Witness”
“Prepare the Way”
This sermon was preached Sunday, December 8, the second Sunday of Advent. It was intended for the first Sunday of Advent, but preached a week later because of weather. This sermon was followed with a celebration of the Lord's Supper. This short sermon series will look at the Advent life of John the Baptist. This … Continue reading “Prepare the Way”
Come, Lord Jesus
This sermon, the last in the series Revelation: A Vision of Christ, was preached Sunday, November 24. Thank you to everyone who has followed this series: we pray God has blessed you through His Word and His Spirit. This sermon looks at Revelation 22:6-21. Q. How does knowing Jesus, seeing Jesus for who He is, … Continue reading Come, Lord Jesus
The Garden City
This sermon, preached Sunday, November 17, is part of the sermon series Revelation: A Vision of Christ. This sermon covers Revelation 21:9-22:5, two connected visions of the new heaven/new earth: the New Eden, and the New Jerusalem. Garden, City, and Temple all overlap in the fulfillment of God's eternal plan to dwell among His people. … Continue reading The Garden City
“Doors and Pillars”
This sermon was preached on Sunday, August 18, as part of the sermon series "Revelation: A Vision of Christ." The letter to the church in Philadelphia is found in Revelation 3:7-13. Jesus -- in his person and by his work -- has opened the way for us to enter into a new reality, which is … Continue reading “Doors and Pillars”
“Faithful”
This is the fourth sermon in the series "Revelation: A Vision of Christ," preached on July 21, 2019. Read the letter to the church in Smyrna in Revelation 2:8-11. The children's sermon referenced in the sermon was on Daniel 3. Q. What are some of the pressures you feel to downplay your Christian faith or … Continue reading “Faithful”
Christ-Minded
This is a sermon given for the Church of Springfield, on Independence Day Weekend, during our annual Outdoor Worship Service. Read Philippians 2:1-11 for yourself. Q. Do you think of yourself as basically selfless, or selfish? How do you justify that self-concept? Would others agree with you? What would they say if you asked them? … Continue reading Christ-Minded
“Open Eyes, Burning Hearts”
This sermon was preached Resurrection Sunday, April 21, 2019. Read for yourself in Luke 24:13-35. Alleluia! Christ is risen! He is risen indeed! Alleluia! The resurrection of Jesus changed everything, once it was revealed. Once Christ's followers witnessed the truth of Jesus' new life, they could not go back to life as it was. They … Continue reading “Open Eyes, Burning Hearts”
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