Sermons
Sermons are listed below with the most recent sermons first. See the Sermons menu at the top of the page to browse by date, books of the Bible, speaker, and more. Check back often for updates.
Podcast
PB UMC’s sermons are available as a “podcast.” You can subscribe using your favorite podcast app (see the Sermon Podcasts page for details). Or you can just ask Alexa or Siri to play a sermon for you:
“Alexa, enable the skill Apple Podasts” (if you haven’t done this already)
“Alexa, play Pacific Beach United Methodist on Apple Podcasts” (most recent sermon)
“Alexa, play Pacific Beach United Methodist from December 2nd on Apple Podcasts”
“Hey Siri, play Pacific Beach United Methodist” (most recent sermon)
Trinity: The Son
Pastor Bob begins a three-part series on the Trinity by exploring the mystery of Christ as fully God and fully human.
In Perpetuity
This Sunday is Mother’s Day, and Pastor Bob explores the idea of a love that is so pervasive that we are both transformed by it and – in our transformation – called to give of the love we receive.
Unworthy
Comparisons between the Ethiopian Eunuch and culture today.
Always Love
Pastor Bob explores the idea of “laying down our lives for our friends,” and considers the broad implications of doing so.
Responsive
Pastor Bob explores the idea of response, not only the way our own needs receive response but the way we are called to respond to the needs of others.
Radical & Inclusive Change
Pastor Bob explores the context & importance of the Easter story, and how humanity may both be changed and be called to respond.
Jesus’ Entry into Jerusalem
Palm Sunday re-discovery of the ancient stories of Jesus in this final week before Easter.
Long-Term Investments
Pastor Bob explores the idea of investing in our faith and our future and looking at those investments in the long term.
Snakes on a Plain
Pastor Bob considers complaints during the Israelite’s journey in the wilderness and the search for healing and transformation.
The Law and the Spirit
Pastor Bob explores both the given law and the ongoing work of the Holy Spirit, and how these come together – sometimes in unexpected ways.