United Methodist Church of Kent Sermon Podcast
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Faith in Action
Faith in Christ involves not just feeling or sentiment but action – doing things that draw us closer to God, and engaging in ministries of outreach to others. We commit ourselves not simply to believe in God but to actively follow Christ.
From Terrible Loss to Sure Hope
In times of loss, we can find much in the Bible with which to identify, as many central Biblical stories are stories of severe loss, including a sense of the loss of God. Such loss comes to its climax on the cross. But in the depths God is at work,
What Jesus Said about Heaven
There are many popular concepts of what heaven will be like, but what is the Biblical truth about heaven? Audi commercial referenced: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xrgq2CIag6M&t=4s
The Crowd and the Witnesses
The crowd is always wrong, thronging to the leader who promises quick fixes, big earthly rewards, and glory. The crowd turned from Jesus because he proclaimed instead a challenging message. But we are called to hear that message, break from the crowd,
The Extraordinary Form of God’s Salvation
When we look up to Christ in faith we find healing that is eternal.
Not as the World
Christ gives us a peace, not as the world gives. Outward circumstances cannot kill the inner peace that comes from Christ.
Lift Up Your Hearts
Lamentations says “Let us test and examine our ways, and return to the Lord. Let us lift up our hearts as well as our hands to God in heaven.” (Lam. 3:40-41) These words were written when the people of Judah were in desperate circumstances,
The Real Message of St. Patrick
St. Paddy’s Day is often a frivolous “holiday” or just an ode to all things Irish. But the real life of St. Patrick is an inspiring example of trusting in Christ and following His call to serve those who are far beyond our own circle.
Youth Sunday 2019
In this episode, you will hear the scriptures and messages from our Youth Sunday service. This annual service of worship is organized and presented by the teens in our church with oversight from our Christian Education Director, Rick Stout.
The Way Forward for Our Church
Are we using the test in the book of Acts as the basis for church membership? How did the earliest Christians approach the idea of inclusiveness?