Scripture: Isaiah 43:16-21 Behold, I am doing a new thing John 12:1-8 Mary Annoints Jesus Sermon: A Shoot Springs ForthI have always liked this verse, especially as a young radical wanting change. Then I learned about Living Tradition: moving into the future in continuity with the past. Now, I think
Continue readingScripture: Psalm 32:1-11 Blessed are the forgiven Luke 15:1-7 Parable of the lost sheep Luke 15:11-32 Parable of the prodigal and his brother Sermon: Evolution of MercyThe evolution from grace as pardon for wrong doing to the more relational picture of the loving father rushing out to welcome his son
Continue readingIsaiah 55:1-9 Come, buy wine and milk without money! Psalm 63: 1-8 I long for you, O God. 1 Corinthians 10:1-13 God will not let you be tested beyond your strength. Luke 13:1-9 The parable of the barren fig tree. A voice cries out, my soul thirsts for you, my
Continue readingGenesis 15:1-12, 17-18 God seals the covenant with Abram and Sarai Philippians 3:17-4:1 My dear friends, my joy, my crown, hold firm in God. Luke 13:31-35 Jesus cries over Jerusalem as a hen over her chicks. For some, the eyes are the first place we look to discover whether or not
Continue readingDeuteronomy 26:1-11 My father was a wondering Aramean. Psalm 91: 1-2, 9-16 I will raise you up on eagle’s wings.Luke 4:1-13 Jesus tested in the desert. As we begin the season of lent we are invited to enter a ritual of deep contemplation and reflection by looking into a mirror,
Continue readingScripture: Exodus 34:29-35 Shining face of Moses Luke 9:28-36 Jesus with Moses and Elijah 2 Corinthians 3:12-4:2 Lifting the veil of the mind Sermon: Eternal LightChrist-light, shining on the mountain-top, in the midst of prayer, viewed through eyes struggling to stay awake — ancestors of the faith bearing witness, words
Continue readingJeremiah 1:4-10 Before you were formed in the womb, I set you apart. Psalm 71:1-6 God is our fortress and sheltering rock. 1 Corinthians 13:1-13 Love is patient and kind. Luke 4:21-30 Jesus is driven out of Nazareth. You have been called, you are known, and you have been claimed
Continue readingScripture: 1 Kings 8:22-30 Solomon’s dedication Psalm 122 To the house of the Lord Matthew 7:24-29 A house built on rock Sermon: Building on the EdgeThis Sunday, we launch a full year of celebration of the 100th anniversary of the building which houses Robertson-Wesley. At the time, this beautiful building
Continue readingScripture: Isaiah 62:1-5 A crown of beauty Psalm 36:5-10 Fountain of life John 2:1-11 Wedding at Cana Sermon: Banquet of LifeAccording to John’s version of the gospel, Jesus ministry begins with a wedding that has run out of wine. The Psalmist speaks of feasting on the abundance of God’s house.
Continue readingIsaiah 43:1-7 When you pass through the waters, I will be with you. Psalm 29 Ascribe to God glory and strength. Luke 3:15-17, 21-22 Jesus is baptized by John As we hear the story of Jesus being baptized by John the Baptist, we pause to reflect on our own understanding
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