Love to Tell the Story: Recent Episodes
Rev. Michael Lowry
Sermons, devotionals and other random stories from a New England church pastor
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All about the conversion of Saul and of the ways that God reaches out to us in ways that are completely surprising and utterly life-changing!
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All about "riding the curl" in the joy and adventure of true discipleship! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/support
As Christians, our mission is to reach out to others in Jesus’s name!--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/support
The life of the early church was marked by believers who were devoted to prayer, fellowship, and service; the same life to which we are called today! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/support
Pentecost Sunday is our day to celebrate God’s gift of the Holy Spirit and how it continues to inspire us to live as children of God! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/support
The disciples' story is ours as well... so how will that story begin?--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/support
God’s way is the way of love, and by sharing that love we can overcome the world!
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As members of the church of Jesus Christ, we are called first and foremost to be unabashedly Christian... and in that, unabashedly caring!
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Of all the voices that compete for our attention, we need to be listening carefully for the one voice that matters, that of the "Good Shepherd," Jesus Christ!
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All about the importance of “wearing”the attributes of our Christian faith.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/support
How Jesus offered "Doubting" Thomas three gifts with which to deal with his lingering doubts... and how he does the same for us today!--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/support
More than simply a day on the Christian calendar, more than a festival of the Church, Easter is an experience that makes all the difference for the world, and especially for you and me!--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/support
A Bonus Episode for Holy Week all about the difficulty... and the blessing of coming to the cross.
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Jesus' time in Gethsemane is what makes Jesus very real to us and very human... and it's what strengthens us in our own spiritual walk!
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There are some questions that only Jesus can answer... but "would we see Jesus?"
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When it comes to life, and especially faith, a strong foundation is of utter importance!--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/support
The living out of our Christian faith so often ends up as a matter of priorities!--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/support
All about starting over by taking up our crosses and following Jesus!--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/support
The first step in any spiritual "renovation" is learning to truly "abide" in Christ in the way he abides in us!--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/support
All about Jesus' presence at both "mountain-top Experiences" and walks "down in the valley!"--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/support
How Jesus brings us truth amidst all the grey areas of life! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/support
Jesus calls you and me to be "fishers of people," and he leads us in the task! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/support
When Jesus invites us to "come and see," we have the opportunity to experience truth and faith!--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/support
During the season of Epiphany, we celebrate the revelation of Jesus Christ as the Light of the World... and of you and of me!
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Christmas Day may have come and gone, but the greatest gift of Christmas -- the birth of Jesus, our Emmanuel -- remains! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/support
At the heart of Christmas is love... love given and love shared!--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/support
At the heart of Christmas is joy, understanding that joy is more than simply happiness or being jolly!
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At the heart of Christmas is peace, understanding that peace is much more than simply the absence of conflict! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/support
About how "surely, the days are coming" when God will bring consolation and light into darkness!
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As Christians, we hail Jesus Christ as “King of Kings, Lord of Lords...” but when it comes to our daily lives, does he reign over us?
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"Lord, when did we see you?" All about serving Christ even as we reach out to our brothers and sisters in need!
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God's promised kingdom is coming soon and very soon... so we'd better be watching for it, and we’d better be ready!--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/support
Life is full of stresses, strains, and storms… the question is, how will we respond to them when they come?--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/support
Is there a "checklist" for an authentic Christian life?--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/support
All about the “Good Samaritan,” and Jesus’ call for us to “go and do likewise!”--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/support
How can there be rejoicing in times such as these?--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/support
As Christians, just like workers in a vineyard, we are called to care for God’s kingdom... but does what we do reflect our fruitfulness?--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/support
All about the wide array of people, both known and unknown, who come to the Lord's Table to share in the joyful feast of the people of God! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/support
When it comes his great and abundant blessings, God’s not fair... or at least not how we think of fair!--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/support
Seven times? Seventy times Seven? As Jesus would have it be, the numbers matter far less than truly cultivating a true spirit of forgiveness!--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/support
How we seek to love one another says everything about our faith and our own indebtedness to God!
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Following Jesus leads to the good life… but what does that really mean?
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Even now, Jesus is asking us about what we believe about him... and our answer makes all the difference!--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/support
All about God the relentlessly caring and protective mother who raises us up as on eagle's wings!
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As illustrated by the story of Joseph and his brothers from the book of Genesis, God uses even the most difficult of circumstances for the good of those he loves!
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Jacob's story from the Book of Genesis reminds us that whatever our vision of life happens to be, very often God has other plans!
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Even a "strange and unlovely story" like the Old Testament tale of Hagar and Ishmael shows forth the love, care ane providence of God!
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As the story of Sarah illustrates, oftentimes laughter that is the first and best response to the unexpected intrusions of a loving, living God!
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All about Abram who boldly answered God’s call to go, all for the sake of a blessing that would extend way into the future!
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Our story starts “in the beginning…” with a loving, creative God!
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Two stories celebrating God’s gift of the Holy Spirit and the fact that as the church we are a “Spirited” people!
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We are the people of a great legacy of faith and witness that began with the first disciples; the question is, will ours be as powerful as theirs?--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/support
Love is more than simply a warm and fuzzy sentiment; it is, in fact,determined action… it is an act of will!--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/support
In whatever you're building -- a home, a life, a faith -- it’s important that you always build upon a true and solid cornerstone!--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/support
The Lord is our shepherd, and because of this, no matter what, we can fear no evil! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/support
Because of the Risen Christ, the disciples’ lives -- and yours and mine -- were changed forever! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/support
For us as Christians, recognizing God comes down to recognizing the risen Christ!--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/support
An Easter Sunday message all about what's so very special about the empty tomb!--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/support
A bonus episode for Holy Week reflecting on the meaning of Maundy Thursday and Good Friday--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/support
There was much more going on with that "Palm Sunday Parade" than we might have realized!--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/support
All about taking hold of the life that "really is life!"--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/support
A bonus episode with a story about my daughter's visit with me to the nursing home and the gratitude behind extravagant gifts!--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-lowry/support
All about the powerful, overwhelming, radical and truly amazing nature of God's grace!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/michael-lowry/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/michael-lowry/support
All about the promise and blessing that comes with true repentance!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/michael-lowry/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/michael-lowry/support
All about the importance of remembering and truly celebrating the Lord's Supper in our worship!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/michael-lowry/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/michael-lowry/support
It’s the 40-plus days that lead up to Easter and a significant season in the life of the Christian Church… but why do we need Lent?--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/michael-lowry/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/michael-lowry/support
Life is filled with wonderful and amazing mountaintop experiences… but sooner or later we have to go down in the valley!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/michael-lowry/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/michael-lowry/support
When life becomes overwhelming, a good strategy is to follow the model of Jesus!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/michael-lowry/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/michael-lowry/support
A Bonus Episode all about ministerial robes and the spiritual clothing we wear!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/michael-lowry/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/michael-lowry/support
Jesus’ response to temptation was always one of integrity... can the same be said for you and me?--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/michael-lowry/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/michael-lowry/support
When it comes to living faithfully, you and I need to understand that others' rejection of what we believe is no reason to give up on it!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/michael-lowry/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/michael-lowry/support
Jesus' call to Simon and Andrew to become "fishers of people" is the same call Jesus extends to you and me today! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/michael-lowry/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/michael-lowry/support
God's word of affirmation at the time of Jesus' baptism is a word that extends to you and me as well!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/michael-lowry/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/michael-lowry/support
Christmas has come and Jesus, our Emmanuel, is born at last! But what does having"God With Us" mean for us moving forward with our lives? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/michael-lowry/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/michael-lowry/support
A Christmas week "bonus" episode all about the wonder of a newborn -- especially when that newborn is Jesus -- and pondering what that child will become!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/michael-lowry/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/michael-lowry/support
All about God bringing true light into darkness in the birth of the Savior Jesus in the manger of Bethlehem!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/michael-lowry/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/michael-lowry/support
Mary's first reaction to the news that she would be giving birth to the Son of God is to sing! But when you and I hear the news of Christ being born into the world, do we?--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/michael-lowry/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/michael-lowry/support
A mid-week "bonus" episode all about the joys of Christmas shopping and the tragedy of a rejected gift!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/michael-lowry/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/michael-lowry/support
When everything in our world and lives seems to work in opposition to the Spirit of the season, how can reclaim the splendor of the Holy Birth? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/michael-lowry/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/michael-lowry/support
Can it be said that you and I truly embrace the miracle of Christmas, or is the truth that we live in a posture of doubt? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/michael-lowry/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/michael-lowry/support
Beginning an Advent series of messages on "Reclaiming Christmas," all about joy that arises out of despair and the "scandal" that is Christmas! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/michael-lowry/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/michael-lowry/support
In times like these, it’s all the more important to consider God’s many blessings!
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So often these days, it feels like the world is spinning hopelessly out of control… nevertheless, Christ reigns!
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When it comes to discipleship and the being ready for the Kingdom of God, the time for work is NOW!
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So often it's when we lose ourselves that we truly find ourselves… especially when it comes to faith!
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Everything we are is a gift from God, but how much of ourselves could have been invested for the sake of God’s kingdom, but wasn’t?
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Concluding our look at the Parable of the Prodigal Son "From a Certain Point of View," all about the older, "good" son who in many ways represents you and me who work so hard to live faithfully!
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Continuing our look at the Parable of the Prodigal Son "From a Certain Point of View," all about the father's awkward - and somewhat inappropriate - run across the field to meet his returning son!
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Looking at the Parable of the Prodigal Son "From a Certain Point of View," all about the prodigal's journey from home to pigsty... and back again!
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As Christians, we are called to step out in faith to truly love one another… beginning with the person that’s right beside you!
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Love, when it truly is love, involves risk… and so it is with God's love for you and me!
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All about model rockets, life's troubles and God's graceful and unfailing hope!
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God sets before us a choice between life and death, and our response seems clear… but Jesus us there to remind us that there is a cost to choosing life!
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A story about just how easily our perception of things and people affects our view of reality... and how God's Light provides us a brand new reality of life and eternity!
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All about the God who takes great pleasure in lovingly reshaping us into something fresh and new!
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All about "paddling around the pond..." again (!), life's many changing landscapes and God's "doing a new thing!"
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Jesus tells us that no matter what in life, be persistent in prayer, for there is great power in shameless prayer!
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In life as in the weather, there are storms that inevitably come our way... but how do we weather those storms?
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All about being good and faithful stewards of... our time!
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On missing a golden opportunity -- and a first priority -- for prayer!
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All about the vocation of Christian ministry as a way of life and living and love… and something that belongs to each one of us!
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A story about a very non-traditional... and wholly sacred... service of communion!
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There's a cost as well as a joy in discipleship, and we'd best be clear about that if we're to follow Jesus!
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It's the Holy Spirit that sets the pace for us who continue to be the church in this time and place!
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God’s gift of the Holy Spirit gives us insight we need amidst the unfolding mysteries of our human lives!
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God’s gift of the Holy Spirit is still loose in the church and in the world! But have we forgotten?
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All about Jesus' ascension up to heaven, awe-struck disciples, and our own calling to be the church!
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Some thoughts on Memorial Day and the gift of time!
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When our walk of faith becomes difficult, what a wonderful thing it is that Jesus has promised us that no matter what, we will have an advocate for the way!
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Sometimes there are consequences for doing good… but that’s no reason not to!
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All about the Book of Worship, lost and found... and the wonder of true Sacrament!
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So often in the midst of our lives, we all have the need for a Good Shepherd!
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Some thoughts on Covid-19, Easter Sunday 2022 and the endurance of resurrection joy... no matter what!
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How the all-important question that the Risen Christ asked Peter is the same question that He asks you and me...
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A Holy Week meditation on the courage required to come to worship — and to the cross — on Maundy Thursday
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Remembering Palm Sunday, when Christians everywhere celebrate Jesus’ “triumphal entry” into the city of Jerusalem... however, that's not the end of the story...
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As persons, people and most especially as the church, we have much to offer Jesus!
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Memories of Walt Disney Word, wheelchairs and Jesus' offer of healing!
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With so much in the world and in life that is out of our control, it’s essential that we "seek the Lord while he may be found!"
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On late winter snowfall, "mud season," and the Lenten journey to the cross...
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Life – and faith – is a journey, with many lessons learned on the way, most especially when that "way" is not where or how we expect!
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About the forty days that Jesus spent in the wilderness, and the times we find ourselves there as well...
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An Ash Wednesday meditation about cluttered desks, cluttered lives and the spiritual importance of "reaming out."
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When have we been not wholly “in the moment,” and thus lose a moment that is holy?
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In whatever the possibility happens to be in our lives and living, if God is in the midst of it, there is always something good to be found!
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So often in the midst of life's difficulties you and I need a sign to remind us of God's presence and love!
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The Bible is filled with stories of God’s people who have a passion for the Word... the question is, do we?
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Reflections on preaching (and living!) the "familiar" Word of God!
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About the true purpose of the spiritual life: to serve others and to serve the Lord!
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When it comes to living the spiritual life, we all stumble from time to time… and one of the ways we stumble the most is by tripping on our own tongues!
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About the place of prayer in our Sunday Worship and finding meaning in the Lord's Prayer...
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So much of living a true and joyful spiritual life comes in what happens when we "watch our attitude!"
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Life is the intermingling of our greatest joys and deepest pain... and church is so often the place where both can be found behind the smiles of those sitting in the pews.
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Another resolution of the spiritual life: if you want to learn more about faith and true discipleship, become an apprentice!
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Of the many resolutions we can make for the new year, the first and best we can make for our spiritual life is to remember that we are God's own!
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As the Christmas season becomes the season of Epiphany, it's time for celebrating the light that has come into the world in Jesus Christ!
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Old Simeon's proclamation upon holding the newborn Christ Child reminds you and me that Jesus' story -- and ours -- is just beginning!
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An East Church Christmas Eve meditation about God's great gift... and our response to it!
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Not only is it among the most prominent “Proclamations” heard throughout the story of Christmas, it’s perhaps one of the most important of all: “Fear Not!”
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Memories of a long-ago Sunday School Christmas Pageant... and what it reveals about true Christmas!
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Even (and especially!) at Christmas life can seem enveloped in discouragement; that’s why it’s such good news that Jesus himself reminds us to go and tell what we see and hear!
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Isaiah's promise of a Child who will be named "Wonderful Counselor" speaks to our great need to have someone who truly "gets" us and wants the best for us!
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Continuing a series of messages about the "Proclamations" of the season, "preparing the way" for Emmanuel's coming means getting the world ready... and ourselves!
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About the season of Advent and times spent sitting on a log deep in the Maine woods!
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Advent is a season of waiting... but not just waiting around! Beginning a series of messages about the "Proclamations" of the season!
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About Thanksgiving as the joyful remembrance of the One who is the true source of all of our blessings!
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Some thoughts of one of the great "sides" of Thanksgiving Dinner, and how out of great difficulty often comes something of meaning and joy!
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Each one of us is seeking to be, as the Bible puts it, “justified” in life and most especially before God. The question is, how do we get there?
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Going “above and beyond” in life and by faith has a real way of changing things for the better!
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Stewardship Sunday memories... and being blessed "in the doing!"
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In times of losing heart, Jesus teaches us that the better gift, the greater answer, the fuller purpose awaits those who pray continually and keep the faith!
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Some thoughts on the beauty of autumn in New Hampshire... and the wonder of its Creator!
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In times such as these, we can take comfort in God’s plan and promise for us!
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To truly live our lives faithfully requires having God's Law written upon our hearts!
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In life and faith, it's not the destination but the journey that matters... but oftentimes the journey takes us right through all the briars and brambles of that life!
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Memories of my first pastoral call and our shared work of hope and caring on God’s behalf!
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When it comes to faith, it’s not the destination, but it's the journey of service and servanthood that matters!
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In times such as these, the best thing that we can do as people beloved of God is to keep an attitude of joy, faith and love as we seek to be imitators of Jesus Christ.
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Wisdom is good and greatly to be desired, but to ignore wisdom carries with it dire and negative consequences!
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There’s a whole lot that can be said about Jesus, but the real question is, “What Say You?”
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When it comes to the "basics" of God, it always comes back to LOVE!
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God gives us a Law... and that Law not only has to do with our relationship with God, it has a great deal to say about our relationships with each other!
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What does it truly mean "to take the Lord's name in vain," and what does that have to do with the way we worship?
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God gives us life, his love, his name and a Law... and within that Law, a Promise!
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Memories of the first church I served as pastor... and the ministries of church people!
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God gives us life, his love, a law... and his name!
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Whether you're stranded "on the pond," or doing God's work, we're all in this together!
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About Camp Signs and the importance of growing strong with that to which you are anchored!
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About rough rides on a back country road and along the way of life!
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What is true freedom, and where does it come from?
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The great importance of spiritual renewal on a lakeside dock...
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Sometimes the question is not whether we’ve heard the gospel… but rather how we respond when we hear it!
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In the midst of life’s many storms, Jesus helps us to anchor deep, pray, and... hold on!
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When it comes to gardening, it’s not so much about what we do that matters, but what God is doing just beyond our sight... and so it is with the Kingdom of God!
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Life is always moving, so it's good news that God is always moving with us!
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About Bach, "Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring," and "God in Three Persons, Blessed Trinity!"
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About the joys and challenges of preaching!
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The Holy Spirit as God's relentless determination to do everything possible that we might hear and receive his Word!
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To live by faith requires standards that are higher than that of the world!
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So often the best (and the worst) stuff of life and living and faith that we pass down to our children comes by word and example!
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When it comes to living out of our Christian faith, the bottom line is to love one another!
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About the infinite love and care of Jesus, who is the "Good Shepherd!"
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About the great importance of food, fellowship, and living as witnesses of the Risen Christ!
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When the Risen Christ brings his peace right into the midst of our fear and dread...
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Who could possibly be afraid of Easter? As it turns out, resurrection isn't all that easy a thing to deal with!
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What might have the conversation been like at Jesus' Last Supper?
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At the Garden of Gethsemane with Jesus, the disciples fell asleep... would we have done the same?
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With another Holy Week approaching and the shadow of the cross looming before us, some thoughts on this most important Christian symbol...
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About one of the most crucial (and personal) questions asked by Jesus.
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The truth of what one sees is largely determined by how one sees it, and that is especially true with Jesus!
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About the season of Lent and the meaning of our "journey of the cross..."
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About the times when it's necessary to clean out our lives and living!
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It’s always good for us to assess the measure of love in our lives and living... and not just on Valentine’s Day!
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What happens when all of the wonder of life as God intends opens up before you!
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Those who wait unto the Lord -- even the grasshoppers-- shall mount up with wings like eagles!
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About true citizenship and an allegiance that directs our pathway along the journey...
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You and I who are called to follow Jesus are empowered to proclaim his good news and “To Be Bold” in faith!
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Some thoughts about social distancing and spiritual un-distancing!
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In times of ease and in times of turmoil it remains both our prayer and our confession: “For God alone my soul waits...”
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About the act and attitude of listening... to each other and for the voice of God!
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About singers who sing and you and I being salt and light!
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On being well-practiced in the joy of God's light coming into the world, most especially in these dark and confusing times!
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If it's possible for Mary and Joseph to "lose" Jesus, it's certainly possible we can lose him as well!
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The first and greatest gift of Christmas is Emmanuel, God with us... and we need that gift now more than ever!
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About Nativity scenes, motley shepherds and the importance of being overwhelmed at the Holy Birth!
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Mary’s response to the momentous news that she would give birth to the Christ Child was one of praise and rejoicing. Can the same be said of us as we await His coming?
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On being a "Collector of Christmas Music" and the Advent vision of true Christmas!
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This year of all years, to “prepare the way of the Lord” means doing the work of faith boldly and gladly!
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In these strange and tumultuous times, we need “Christmas, Now More Than Ever!”
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A Thanksgiving story about rejoicing in the Lord... always!
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The so-called “Widow’s Mite” turned out to be the widow's "might…” and it can be ours as well!
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According to Jesus, when it comes to the coming of the Kingdom of Heaven, the time to be ready is now! But the question is, are we... really?
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No matter what befalls us in life and in this world, we can find hope and strength in knowing that God is in charge!
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The story of an unexpected errand of mercy on a dark November night, and our call to bring caring and kindness to the places where we dwell!
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In the end, everything we embrace as people of faith pretty much comes down to – or ought to come down to… LOVE!
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The importance of glue in woodworking... and in doing the work of God's KIngdom!
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Perhaps now more than ever, we need some “proverbial wisdom” for our lives and our world!
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A discipline of prayer is our imperative as believers... but it's also a spiritual gift!
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As God provided manna and quail to the Israelites in the midst of their murmuring, so God provides for us!
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At the end of the day, you see, our talk matters very little; it is the way that we “walk the talk” that is truly important... especially as it pertains to our place in the Kingdom of God!
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“Such ever was love’s way – to rise, it stoops.” And so it is, says Jesus, with the Kingdom of God!
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Reflections on the nature and diversity of the church, as well as... the Beatles!
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Of all the things we carry with us as we walk through these days, the most important is our identity as children of God!
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Whether we're talking about the body or the soul, water is life... and the best water is the living water that Jesus provides!
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On "going deeper" in faith in times such as these!
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When the storms of life are raging, will we be found crying out or... singing in the strain?
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About the essential importance of love in "knowing what we know" about faith!
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Life is just too short... not to live it with God at the center!
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About the art of sailing and weathering the storms of life!
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About a family bulletin board, and the relevancy of Holy Scripture in these times...
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Who knows how the love of God is shared and received? Maybe, says Jesus, it happens even in a cup of cold water!
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The paradox of Christian faith, the meaning of true discipleship... and an incident at the Drive-In!
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About life, true and mature faith, and... "Survivor."
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In these times when life and this world makes us feel so small, what a blessing it is to know that God has crowned us with glory and honor!
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Kite Flying and the wonderful and mysterious movement of God's Spirit!
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God's gift of the Holy Spirit not only leads us in truly hearing and understanding God but also also enables us to hear each other more clearly!
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We are sent by Jesus to go forth on an uncertain journey to be his witnesses “to the ends of the earth...” but we have a have a Spirit for whatever happens next!
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Kickball games, being chosen first, and Jesus who calls us "friend!"
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Even now in these days when as congregations we’re scattered, nonetheless as the church we’re being “built... spiritually into a dwelling place for God!”
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It’s a question we’re asking a lot these days: Where is God to be found in these days of pandemic? Turns out that even (and especially!) in these strange and uncertain times there a quite a few “God Sightings” to report!
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Theodore Roosevelt, "Bible Point," and a faithful stance for the journey ahead
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Most especially in times like these, it’s important to “keep the faith” – and the good news is that we’re given a promise and an “advocate” to help us do just that!
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As the song goes, as Christians we’ve got “joy down in our hearts to stay;” but in times such as these, how do we stay joyful?
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A story about the worst camping trip ever, and how we keep the faith when troubles pile on!
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Thomas’ doubt — and ours — in this strange and uncertain age
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About a salami sandwich, a cup of black coffee and an awareness of the resurrection!
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The good news of Easter is that in raising Jesus Christ from the dead, God has made us brand new!
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About a bag of beleaguered bulbs and the "good" of Good Friday!
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When it comes to Palm Sunday, the truth and the glory is found in the details!
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In these uncertain times we need the living water that only God can provide!
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However intently darkness seeks to overwhelm us we have a light that will prevail!
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The true story of John Newton's "Amazing Grace," and ours as well!
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“Wherever two or more are gathered…” Some thoughts on being the church in the midst of the coronavirus crisis!
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What would you if somebody offered you everything you've ever dreamed of, even if you didn't know you were dreaming of it? That's what happened to the Samaritan Woman who encountered Jesus... at the well!
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On "the act and attitude of worship," even at a drive-in movie theater!
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Two different people came to Jesus asking for pretty much the same thing: life! But only one received what he was yearning for... so what was the difference between them?
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Nicodemus had important questions that he needed to ask Jesus, questions of being and of true faith… and so do we!
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Life’s mountaintop experiences, the transfiguration of Christ, and the beginnings of true faith!
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The slow approach of spring and looking closely for the presence and power of God!
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In faith, as in life, building a strong foundation matters!
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On learning the game of chess... and the ways of faithful discipleship!
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On the importance of being salt and light!
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It is God’s foolishness, wiser than any human wisdom, that saves us... and makes us who we are!
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Thoughts on Bible Study and "Jonathan Livingston Seagull"
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In the midst of our searching for God, it turns out that God is searching for us!
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Some thoughts on hope, trust, and fortune cookies!
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Like a trickle of water that ever widens into the sea such is the love of God!
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Some thoughts on how pastors are addressed, and how God’s call affirms our identity
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True life and real living can indeed be something that is holy and good… And it begins with the voice of God!
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Sometimes we all need a sign to remind us... even, at times, of God’s presence and love!
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Just as the fir tree stays evergreen in the face of any and all dangers, so we’re given such a gift through the one who is the vine to our branches!
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What happens after the Christ Child is born, and what about the promise of peace he engenders?
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“Lead by the light of Faith serenely beaming, with glowing hearts by his cradle we stand...” a meditation for Christmas Eve
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About Joseph, who brings us to the Holy Night... and beyond!
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About our dog Ollie’s tumultuous relationship with our manger scene!
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Can Isaiah’s “Peaceable Kingdom” truly come to pass in the world as we know it?
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On singing Christmas carols during Advent… And “The Virgin Mary had a Baby Boy”
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“A thrill of hope, the weary world rejoices!” Drawn from the words of “O Holy Night, “ some Advent thoughts on the coming of light into darkness
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Thanksgiving is not just about the day, just as true gratitude is never to be simply about the moment at hand!
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The faith journey of “Mayflower” passenger — and family member (!) — Captain Myles Standish
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In a world that often seems to be spinning out of control, it’s good to know that in Jesus “all things hold together!”
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Leaf raking memories and our work for the sake of God’s Kingdom!
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Ours is not the God of the dead but the God of the living… and because of the resurrection all are alive!
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Looking at Jesus’ Beatitudes — and our lives — from a slightly different point of view!
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Halloween costume memories and the blessing of being exactly who we are before God!
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What does it mean to have a life that is “abundant?”
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Stone walls, stewardship and what we leave for the next generation!
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When we give with delight God delights in us!
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A new criteria for true and authentic leadership according to Jesus!
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The story of a saint known as “Uncle Herman,” and a pocket full of bubblegum!
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We may have many motivations for coming to church, but the way of true worship begins with ascribing to God the glory due his name!
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The size, the scope... and the wonder of feasting together at the Lord’s table!
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The faith we’ve been given needs to be tended to... and shared!
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Memories of marching band season, a fateful performance at a high school basketball game, and a reminder that we can never go it completely alone!
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About one the more “difficult” stories told by Jesus... and our challenge to be shrewd and wise as we walk in faith!
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The Importance of not missing opportunities for love and care in amidst the distractions of life
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About sin, mercy and true grace!
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Philemon, Onesimus, you and me… and how faith impacts real life!
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About Sunday school, confirmation class, and the importance of spiritual formation
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Hospitality, Humility and the Kingdom Life!
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The church is filled with all different kinds of people… and that includes you and me!
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There are times in life and faith when we’re given “windows of opportunity” that require both a decision and action… a time is of the essence!
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About time capsules, congregational history, and the best legacy we can leave for the next generations of the faithful
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“ Faith is the assurance of things hoped for…”. In these days of confused situations it’s a vitally important reminder for you and I who walk in faith!
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On seeking the Lord in the midst of summer yard work!
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We’re all looking for what can be considered through security in life, but the question is, what kind of security do we really need?
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The glories of Maine humor, speaking “downeast” as a second language and the true nature of the church!
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The kingdom of God is like the huge rocks that line the shore, and which stand firm and strong!
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The kingdom of God shall be compared to a sailboat tied securely to its buoy, lest the storm come up and carry it away!
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Finding a few new metaphors for God and God’s Kingdom... “uptacamp!”
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Christian discipleship as a way of life, of living, and of love… It’s why we’re here!
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The joys of fresh peas, new potatoes and a spiritual garden!
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Life is all about the choices we make and the distractions that seek to keep us from those choices... but Jesus reminds us we must always “keep our hand to the plow!”
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Lessons in faith, wisdom and understanding, learned as a “Cabin Boy” on the coast of Maine...
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God comes to his people bringing hope and peace… though not always in the manner we expect!
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A story about the “Old Man of the Mountain” and on not seeing the forest for the trees...
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“After the Spirit” comes in power and in love, there’s the church... and we are the church!
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Pentecost Sunday, the gift of God’s Holy Spirit, and the joy of sailing!
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As one of two potential candidates to replace Judas as an Apostle, he’s of the great mystery men of the New Testament… but he also represents the need for the church — and you and I within it — to move boldly into the future!
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The storms of life are very real but so is the comfort of God who is our refuge and strength!
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About flying, fear and a peace that the world cannot give...
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Some thoughts on all the connections —especially the spiritual one — that make us who we are!
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Introduction and “And They’ll Know We Are Christians…”
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