Sermons
May 29 – John
Having someone pray for you is very powerful. I remember when I lived in Virginia and had been diagnosed with a rare form of cancer. The day before my surgery was a Sunday, and after the church service the Pastors and several other people stayed to pray for me. Each of them laid there hand…
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May 22 – John
JOHN 14:23-29 Today’s Gospel lesson is one of those that is packed with multiple messages that we could talk about this morning including obedience, the Holy Spirit and peace. This morning, I would like us to concentrate on peace. In a world in turmoil, we all long for peace for all people. Peace to live…
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May 15 – John
JOHN 13:31-35 This morning we find ourselves sitting around the table at the Last Supper listening in on Jesus’ words. It was the night before Jesus would die, and He had just revealed that He was to be betrayed. Judas had left the group and the betrayal of Jesus was set in motion. As Jesus…
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May 8 – John
JOHN 10: 22-30 Today’s Gospel lesson is a continuation of the Good Shepherd discourse in the Gospel of John. Jesus and His disciples are in Jerusalem to celebrate the Feast of the Dedication. Today the Feast of Dedication is commonly known as Hanukkah. It commemorates the triumph of Judas Maccabeus (Jewish) over Antiochus Epiphanes (Syrian)…
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Miracles and Blessing — St. John 21:1-19 Usually when we focus on this Gospel passage, we focus on verses 15 – 19 where Jesus tells Peter to Feed his sheep. However, I invite you to focus with me on the first section and the catch of fish which was both miraculous and a blessing to…
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April 24 – John – Youth Sunday
The unprecedented events of the day of resurrection continue as the risen Jesus appears to his fearful disciples. A week later, after Thomas worships Jesus, Jesus pronounces that the blessings of the resurrection are also for those who “have not seen and yet believe.” 19When it was evening on that day, the first day of…
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