Sermons on New Testament (Page 3)
Duty Bound
Today we reflect on hospitality through the lens of Mary and Martha. What did Jesus mean when he told Martha that her sister had “chosen the better part” (ouch!) and what is the invitation he extends to his beloved friend, Martha… and to each one of us?
The People in Your Neighborhood
This week’s scripture passage invites us to reflect on the notion of neighbors! Who are our neighbors? How are we called to interact with them? How does Jesus put a rather extraordinary spin on these seemingly ordinary questions?
Peace Bearing
Today is outdoor church! Join use as we gather on this long Independence Day weekend to contemplate how Jesus sends his followers out into the topsy-turvy, sometimes hospitable, sometimes hostile world to be bearers of peace.
ALL in ONE and ONE in ALL
This 5th Sunday, we are honored to have Dr. Bill Harpur as our speaker. Bill shares his thoughts on unity through the lens of his life experience and faith. How are we all connected to each other and to God?
Cherish: Ending Spiritual and Physical Hunger
Today Pastor Lori, Ken Brown, and Ron Jessee share updates on the Cal-Pac Annual Conference and reflections on this year’s theme, “Cherish.” What are concrete ways we can cherish those in our congregation and in the community around us?
What’s in a Name?
Today, Rev. Dan helps us explore the power of a name. What does it mean to “hallow” a name? Or to “profane” a name? Can a name describe not just a person but a relationship?
Grace upon Grace
Rev. Dan Meyer-Abbott guidess us through reflections on grace. What does it mean to receive grace? How can we be gracious to others?
Uncharted Waters
This week our text from Acts reconnects us to Paul and his ministry. He and his companions encounter folks, like Lydia, who enter into “uncharted waters” by way of their baptism. To what uncharted waters are we, as individuals and the church, being called today?
The End-Times: Truth or Consequences
This educational presentation, offered by the Rev. Dan Meyer-Abbott, explores the meaning of the End-Times through the lens of American history and the Bible. What does scripture actually say about the End-Times? What is the rapture and how do we understand the complexities of the Book of Revelation?
When Pigs Fly
Peter reports on his vision of “flying pigs” and how the Spirit sent him to a Gentile household. What did this event mean for the early church and how might the Spirit move through this text, bringing guidance and inspiration to us, the church today?