The Wind of the Spirit
A Sermon on Acts 2:1-21 and John 15:26-27; 16:4-15 I think I have always loved the imagery of wind to describe the action of the Holy...
Does Ascension Matter?
So, I have to start this sermon by admitting that the Ascension is not something that I really ever talk about… I mean, sure, we mention...
On Love and Interdependence
A Sermon on John 15:9-17 and Acts 10:44-48 This coming Friday, myself and four of the wonderful members of Abiding Peace will gather with...
We're All Fruit - Diversity and Fruitful Faith
A sermon on Acts 8:26-40, and John 15:1-8 One of my all-time favorite movies is My Big Fat Greek Wedding. It tells the story of a...
Life-Giving Generousity
A sermon on 1 John 3: 16-24, and John 10:11-18 Today is Good Shepherd Sunday. And also Earth Day. Let the pastoral images in pastel...
Scars, Change, and Hope
A sermon on Luke 24:36b-48 A week or two ago, my daughter and I fell into a conversation about our various scars. Thankfully, in her 10...