Beginning this Sunday, I invite you to embark with me on a new worship journey—our fall stewardship series entitled “Anchored in Faith.” In a world that often feels unpredictable and…

In 1 Corinthians 12:4–26, the Apostle Paul offers a profound vision of the Christian community as the Body of Christ. Each member, though unique in gifts and responsibilities, is essential…

As followers of Christ, we are called to live with purpose, love, and urgency. In 1 Peter 4:7-10, the apostle Peter offers timely guidance for Christian living in a world…

Psalm 100 is one of the most joyful and enduring invitations to worship in all of Scripture. Written for Hebrew worship, it reminds us that worship is not only a…

When September arrives, it makes me think not only of the new school year for students, but also of a new church year (albeit not liturgically!). Our Block Party last…

Ezra 3: 8-13 At our house, we have several “Welcome Home” signs. One reads, “Enter as Guests and Leave as Family.” Another says, “Live Well, Laugh Often, Love Much.” If…

In just two short verses, Jesus offers a powerful image of the Kin-dom of God: “Again he asked, ‘What shall I compare the kin-dom of God to? It is like…

But God said to him, ‘You fool! This very night your life is being demanded of you. And the things you have prepared, whose will they be?’ So it is…

Luke 18:9–14 Jesus told this parable to those who were confident in their own righteousness and looked down on others. Two men went to the temple to pray—one a Pharisee,…

The three “Lost Stories” in the Gospel of Luke are among the most beloved parables of Jesus. On July 27, Pastor Dave offered a wonderful sermon on the “Lost Sheep.”…