On The Side of the Truth John 18:33-37 On the Side of Truth 33 Pilate then went back inside the palace, summoned Jesus and asked him, “Are you the king of the Jews?” 34 “Is that your own idea,” Jesus asked, “or did others talk to you about me?” 35 “Am I a Jew?” Pilate replied. “Your own… Continue reading Sermon Notes: John 18:33-37
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Sermon Notes: James 5:13-20
Together James 5:13-20 Togetherness It is important in life if we are going to make a bold claim that we have our story straight. One night four college kids stayed out late, partying and having a good time. They paid no mind to the test they had scheduled for the next day and didn’t study.… Continue reading Sermon Notes: James 5:13-20
Church Administration in Margaret Craven’s “I Heard the Owl Call My Name”
We are called to die to the old in order for Christ to make something new. This calling operates in the individual and in the administration of the larger Church.
The time is right for a Wesleyan resurgence
THE TIME IS RIGHT FOR A WESLEYAN RESURGENCE MAIN IDEA: Because of their intersections and abilities to engage with the spirtual mood of American society, John Wesley’s theology and Wesleyan practices are as relevant and potentially impactful as ever. PREDESTINATION AND ARMINIANISM (QUICK & SIMPLE): John Wesley challenged the Church’s historical emphasis on predestination. (See… Continue reading The time is right for a Wesleyan resurgence
Sermon Notes: Ephesians 4:25-5:2
Live…In Love Ephesians 4:25-5:2 8/12/18 Last week, we read from Paul’s letter to the Ephesians that the Church, the body of Christ, arrives at unity and maturity through a spirit of humility, generosity and bearing one with one another in love. Paul says this is accomplished by putting off the old self and putting on… Continue reading Sermon Notes: Ephesians 4:25-5:2
Appreciate each other, even the ones with tennis elbow
A few days ago I diagnosed myself with lateral epicondylitis in my right arm. That’s “tennis elbow” for you lay persons who do not have a self-diagnosis certification from WebMD like me. I have been feeling the weakness and pain in the outer part of my elbow and forearm muscles and tendons for several weeks… Continue reading Appreciate each other, even the ones with tennis elbow