must be asked before we really go deep into the meaning of Jesus Baptism, our own baptism, and how that relates to ministry. January 11, 2015 Reverend Aaron Gordon Scholars have put forth many different answers over the years, but I think that there are really only two plausible options. One is that Jesus has…
Time to Make Some Calls – EPHESIANS 1:3-14 ¬¬– God’s perfect timing set up all events so that when Jesus was born, the time was right for God to reach out to all peoples. We can be confident that we will not miss anything. This is the first Sunday of 2015. A brand new year….
“A Fitting Beginning” Luke 2:22-40 — Jesus was presented in the temple as required, and was given a fitting prediction of His ministry to come, and the ministry we share in. Babies! Having a baby is one of the most awesome and frustrating things that a couple can ever do. Right? Babies are beautiful, and…
As we thank God for bringing Jesus into the world, we look forward to his return with confidence that Christ has given us what we need in the present age. So here we are, in church this first Sunday morning of the advent season. Advent is the time of the year when we prepare to…
As we thank God for bringing Jesus into the world, we look forward to his return with confidence that Christ has given us what we need in the present age. So here we are, in church this first Sunday morning of the advent season. Advent is the time of the year when we prepare to…
-Don’t shy away from conflict when it is needed, do it well, to the Glory of God. Because relationships are the most important things we have. Relationships are important to God – the fact that you are here in this building to worship God this morning means you already know this to some degree. But…
-Don’t shy away from conflict when it is needed, do it well, to the Glory of God. Because relationships are the most important things we have. Relationships are important to God – the fact that you are here in this building to worship God this morning means you already know this to some degree. But…
Well, here we are – my last sermon at Hillcrest Church. I know a guy in Cincinnati who was on vacation with his wife. They always went to church, even on vacation, so they stopped at a random church one Sunday morning. Turns out the church they visited was having the last Sunday for its…
We all have had the experience of having someone say something nice to us. They go on and on, showering us with praise. But somehow in the back of your mind, you are waiting for them to say something NOT so nice. With some folks, if you recall that old expression, “You’re always waiting for…
Our reading today is from the book of Ephesus. Ephesus was a young church, and Paul was in constant prayer for the Spirit to help them grow and thrive. Earlier in the letter, Paul prays for: The inner strength of the Spirit The indwelling of Christ in the believer’s heart For incomprehensible love to permeate…