We all know what it feels like to be chosen last, to be the odd one out. Would it surprise you to know that the heart of God is revealed when God chooses the least, the last, and the lost? … Continue reading →

Palm Sunday – Holy Week begins with our attention focused on the triumphant entry of Jesus into Jerusalem. The crowd is cheering and Jesus seems destined to be rightfully crowned “King of the Jews.” How quickly things can change. Are … Continue reading →

This is the first in a five-part series on our United Methodist commitment to prayer, presence, gifts, service, and witness. In this first installment, we deal with the subject of prayer – what it is and why it is important.

Most would agree that healing was an important part of the ministry of Jesus. What does that tell us about Jesus and what does that mean for us today? If you can’t play the audio file in your feed reader … Continue reading →

In The Gospel of Mark, the author wastes no time in showing us what it looks like to be in ministry to the world. Jesus enters the synagogue in Capernaum and begins to teach. Those listening are astounded because he speaks "as one with authority." What wo

When Jesus called Peter, Andrew, James and John, he said, "Follow me and I will make you fish for people." As fishermen, I'm sure that this made perfect sense to the four would-be disciples. But what if you don't like fishing? What would you hear Jesus sa

On this first Sunday of Advent, we begin turning our hearts toward Bethlehem where we will encounter our King in the strangest of places. If we are to fully celebrate Christmas, we must first reconnect with the longing of the ancient Israelites. The ache

In Matthew chapter 16, Jesus asks the disciples a simple question. "Who do you say that I am?" It is the most important question we will ever answer. - If you can't play the audio file in your feed reader or email client,

The parable of the "Wheat and Weeds" seems to be a simple story urging us to choose the good and reject the bad. But if I know anything about Jesus, I know that it can't be that simple. - If you can't play the audio file in your feed reader or email c...

The "Parable of the Sower" or "Parable of the Soils" may be one of Jesus' best known parables. How can we hear this parable in a way that's fresh and transformative? Maybe we need to ask the right questions. Sermon Title: A Farmer's Delight Preacher: A