Sermons on Biblical Themes
Passing of the Peace
Ephesians 2:14-18; 4:1-3 — We know and share the peace of Christ, reconciling us to God and to one another.
Witnesses: Gathered and Ready
Acts 1:1-8 — Christians are called as living witnesses to seek God’s power and participate in what God is doing in the world.
Expectations
Joel 3:1-2; Matthew 21:1-11 — The events of Palm Sunday invite us to examine our expectations and re-align them to God’s will and Word.
The Day of the Lord
Joel 2:28-32 — We are living during the “end time” of God’s victory and judgment over sin and death in which God has empowered us through His Spirit to be part of God’s merciful and redeeming work.
More to Come?
Joel 2:1-17; Matthew 4:8-10 — We continue to face struggles and sin; lament, repentance, and worship lead us to HOPE!
Drought
Joel 1:13-20; Matthew 4:5-7 — We lament suffering and loss and consider how we might repent to renew our trust in the Lord.
Cultivating Blessing
Psalm 107:33-38 — God can turn the powers and so-called blessings of this world upside down, offering true blessing to those who trust Him.
JOY in Sorrow
Luke 2:25-35 — Following Jesus will involve being humbled, but also being raised up to new life and joy.
God So LOVED
Luke 2:27-32 — Simeon’s prayer describes the great breadth of God’s covenant love and salvation.
HOPE in the Consolation of Israel
Luke 2:25; Isaiah 49 — Simeon demonstrates how to learn about, trust, and experience God.