Come to the Waters
Rev. Gary Kennedy shares how Lent does not have to be a “downer” but rather an opportunity for repentance, redemption, reconciliation, and restoration of a relationship with Jesus, the Savior of the world.
Sermons
Steady as You Go
Rev. Ruth Blum shares from Philippians 3 and 4 and suggests instead of burdening ourselves during Lent, let’s broaden our faith.
In the Wilderness
On this first Sunday in the season of Lent Rev. Gary Kennedy shares from Luke 4:1-13 with reference also to Deuteronomy 26. Prior to the 9th Century people wore sackcloth and sprinkled ashes over their bodies to symbolize their repentance from living a life of sin. Later came the realization that everyone has sinned and…
Speechless
Celebrating the miracle of Transfiguration, Rev. Ruth Blum tell the story about when Moses and Elijah appear before Jesus and begin carrying on a conversation. God enveloped this group along with three disciples in a radiant cloud and he spoke, saying, “This is my Son, my Chosen. Listen to Him.” For that short period of…
Love and Forgiveness
Rev. Gary Kennedy shares verses from Genesis 45 featuring Joseph when he reveals his identity to his brothers who betrayed him so many years prior. A true story of love and forgiveness.
Sermon on the Plain – Part 2
Rev. Gary Kennedy shares insights from the Sermon on the Mount and the Sermon on the Plain. He points out that God’s way and the world’s way differ. When we look at life through God’s eyes, our perspective is hopeful. Even when things look hopeless.
Sermon on the Plain – Part 1
Rev. Gary Kennedy shares insights from the Sermon on the Mount and the Sermon on the Plain. He points out that God’s way and the world’s way differ. When we look at life through God’s eyes, our perspective is hopeful. Even when things look hopeless. The service begins after an unscheduled delay with opening music,…
Purpose
Because of a computer malfunction, there is no recorded sermon for February 6, 2022.
Love
Rev. Gary Kennedy reminds us God is Love! God loves us! God’s love is powerful! God’s love changes us. God’s love empowers us to share how He has changed us. God’s love directs us to share His love with others.
The Power of the Spirit
Rev. Lois Hedden shares from Luke 4:14-21 and reminds us when Jesus stated, “Today this scripture has been fulfilled in your hearing” He was looking back to his anointing by the Holy Spirit when he rose up out of the baptism water. Jesus spoke in parables to help people recognize the truth around them. The…