Sermons from April 2025
Forgiven
Holy Humor SundaySunday Morning Worship, April 27, 2025Sermon: ForgivenAccompanying Scripture: John 20: 19-31 Forgiven Yesterday, they laid Poe Francis to rest. He was admired and respected, and I’m saddened by his death. When he spoke, I listened. His words resonated with me and many others around the world. He understood the human condition while acknowledging human sin. He held the sinful accountable and showed us how to forgive. In our scripture reading this morning, I find it interesting that the…
Caught off Guard
Easter Sunday, Sunday Morning Worship, April 20, 2025Sermon: Caught Off GuardAccompanying Scripture: Luke 24: 1-12
Standing at the Crossroads
Palm Sunday, Sunday Morning Worship, April 13, 2025Sermon: Standing at the CrossroadsAccompanying Scripture: Luke 19: 28-40 Standing at the Crossroads Luke 19:28-40 March 2020. The world shut down.We thought it would lastfor a few weeks,then a few months,and then we gave up counting the time. Churches closed their doors for months;others found creative ways to continue worship.The sense of community was lostas we navigated this strange new world. And the battles:vaccine vs. no vaccine.Masks were safe vs. dangerous.Worship was essential.It…
Costly – Mary of Bethany Anoints Jesus
Fifth Sunday of Lent, Sunday Morning Worship, April 6, 2025Sermon: Costly – Mary of Bethany Anoints JesusAccompanying Scripture: John 12: 1-11