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Jesus heals a man at a wedding banquet at the home of a Pharisee.
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Paul talks about three spiritual gifts to open the mysteries of life.
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Here the story of Jesus final days from his triumphal entry into Jerusalem to his burial.
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Hear the story of the wise men who come to worship the Messiah.
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Mary sings a song of praise as she prepares for the birth of her child.
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John the Baptist prepares the way for the Messiah
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The story of Job is a lesson on dealing with suffering.
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We need to be persistent in hope during troubled times.
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This sermon tells a story of a lesson I learned about accepting other people as they are.
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The road from denial to acceptance is a long but important one to travel.
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The story of the ascension of Jesus and the mission he leaves for us.
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Julian of Norwich focuses on the feminine in God.
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Put away anger and wrath and replace with kindness and compassion.
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Jesus instructs his disciples to take some time for rest.
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Jesus foretells of the destruction of the temple
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Jesus heals the woman with a hemorrhage and raises Jairus' daughter from the dead.
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The disciples argue about who is the greatest among them
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Jesus asks his followers to pick up their crosses and follow him
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Jesus is the true vine and we are the branches.
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Jesus tells us that there are signs of eternal life around us.
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Jesus tells us that there are signs of eternal life around us.
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Jesus triumphal entry in Jerusalem and the crucifixion.
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Jesus triumphal entry in Jerusalem and the crucifixion.
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Jesus drives the moneychangers from the temple.
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Jesus drives the moneychangers from the temple.
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Jesus preaches with authority in the synagogue.
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Jesus preaches with authority in the synagogue.
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God gives us spiritual gifts to use for the common good.
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God gives us spiritual gifts to use for the common good.
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Jesus is baptized by John in the Jordan and receives the Holy Spirit.
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Jesus is baptized by John in the Jordan and receives the Holy Spirit.
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The story of Jesus dedicated by Simeon in the temple.
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The story of Jesus dedicated by Simeon in the temple.
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Give thanks by welcoming Jesus into your life and home.
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Give thanks by welcoming Jesus into your life and home.
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Jesus calls us to be a beacon of hope for the world.
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Jesus calls us to be a beacon of hope for the world.
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The valuable teachings of Jesus are often challenging.
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The valuable teachings of Jesus are often challenging.
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When we follow God's commandments, we are loving God and others.
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Justice in the Bible is a search for Shalom in the community.
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Jesus heals the daughter of the Canaanite woman.
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If we say we have no sin, the truth is not in us. Confess.
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Cultivate your heart to receive the Word of God.
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Paul gives us tools to avoid anxiety and find peace.
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The Preamble to the Declaration of Independence.
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Christ can cause divisions among us. It is our job to heal.
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Faith in Christ leads us from suffering to hope.
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The harvest is plentiful but the workers are few.
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He who wants to be great must become a servant to all.
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If we love God, God will send us the Spirit of Truth
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Show your faith in Christ by doing what is right and good.
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Unless we become like children, we will not enter the kingdom of heaven.
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The early followers of Christ live together with a sense of mutual care and generosity.
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Mary at the Tomb, The Road to Emmmaus, and Paul on the Road to Damascus
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Peter speaks to the Israelites about the resurrection.
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As Moses lifted up the serpent in the wilder, so too was Jesus raised up on the cross for our salvation.
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We are made right with God through faith not works.
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The rainbow is the symbol of God's covenant with humanity.
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The divisions in the world are due to human arrogance and sin.
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Store up treasures in heaven and follow Christ.
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God's covenant with Noah is a covenant with us.
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Faith requires listening to the Holy Spirit and NOT hardening our hearts.
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A prophet is not without honor except in his home town.
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THe story I Herod's horrible crime in the Christmas sto.ry
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You are a new creation in Christ. What does that mean for you?
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As a new creation in Christ, we live life in a new way.
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Start the new year hearing how God makes all things new.
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Christmas is about the gift of salvation sent by God to ALL people.
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We receive eternal life through faith in Jesus Christ.
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I rejoice in the Lord who created me and all that exists.
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The whole story of Christmas from Matthew, Luke and John
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Mary visits Elizabeth and sings the Magnificat.
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The angel Gabriel appears to Mary to announce the birth of Jesus.
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Hear the WHOLE Christmas story from a slightly different perspective.
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Zechariah dedicates his son John in the temple and praises God.
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Mary and Elizabeth are blessed by God by miraculous births.
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Paul explains Jesus' heritage and destiny in greeting the Romans.
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The birth of the Messsiah was prophesied by Isaiah and announced by an angel to Mary.
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John the Baptist tells us what we need to do to prepare the way of the Lord this Christmas.
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The angel Gabriel announces the birth of Jesus to Mary.
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The prophet Isaiah looks forward to the day when God will save his people.
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John the Baptist in prison asks if Jesus is the Messiah.
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Let's begin to prepare our hearts for a HOLY celebration this year.
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John the Baptist prepares the way for the coming of Jesus.
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Our work is a blessing when we see what we do as a part of God's mission in the world.
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To live peacefully in community, we have to learn to value the "least" of our members.
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This is the story of the greatest family reunion ever.
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End your week the way you started it--with God's Word.
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How we can best be there for others in times of need.
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This reading from Genesis talks about humanities ongoing struggle with God.
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God has provided us with multiple ways to tell right from wrong.
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Look for times that you have experienced conversions or spiritual insights in your life.
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Look for the miracles in the little things in your life.
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Though war is a tragic reality, our faith teaches how we can live in its shadow.
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Sharing what God has given us is central to faith.
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Jesus tells the parable of the sower and the seeds.
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A grain of wheat when buried in the soil germinates and brings forth new life.
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Today's reading from Ecclesiastes urges us to be happy in our work.
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The story of the people of Israel can show us how to rebuild after all has been torn down.
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Today's reading contains the most beloved saying of Jesus, John 3:16.
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Today, Jesus tells a story of unconditional forgiveness.
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Today we hear another Bible verse that exemplifies God's grace.
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God graciously forgives us through our faith in Jesus Christ.
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Today's reading comes from the Genesis story of the Great Flood.
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Think of the many ways that the Bible speaks to you.
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Notice that today's title is how to BE rich not how to GET rich. Listen and find out the difference.
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How many times should we forgive? Let's figure it out.
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We sometimes feel lost in life. The parable of The Good Shepherd some solutions
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This special Labor Day episode is a rebroadcast of how I learned my work ethic.
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Peter says, "God shows no partiality." What does that mean for us?
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The prophet Isaiah tells us what we need to do to find hope in the midst of trouble.
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Jesus calls us to sell our possessions and give alms to the poor. Is that even possible for anyone who is not a saint?
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Our religious life needs to inform our political life. But tread carefully.
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Lessons I learned about faith while being sick.
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What is evil and how do we deal with it in the world. The book of Genesis may give us some hints.
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Revelation contains a message of hope for all the oppressed and persecuted people of the world.
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Here the story of the resurrection and what it means in our lives today.
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Travel with Jesus to the cross through the stories of Good Friday.
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Two years ago, I posted a Palm Sunday sermon at the beginning of the Covid pandemic. Two years later it is even more relevant.
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During these troubled times, we all live under a load of fear. In this sermon, I talk about how we can live with our fears and help our children do the same.
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Jesus helps us in our quest for the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth
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There is a time to build up and there is a time to tear down. But we have to decide which time it is.
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The Serenity Prayer can teach us something important about happiness.
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Here's a new way to observe Ash Wednesday and Lent.
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We can turn to God in prayer to ease our fears and anxieties during times of war and violence.
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Jesus commands that we love our enemies. How is that even possible?
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Jesus challenges us with his woes and blessings for the poor and the rich.
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This story from Jesus' ministry can encourage all of us to drop what we are doing and become disciples of love and forgiveness.
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We are all called to be prophets. How can we find our prophetic voice when others don't want to hear it?
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How do you pray? Hear what Jesus says about praying.
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In Jesus' first miracle, Jesus turned water into wine. We experience many more miracles than that every day. This is their story.
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Here the story the Wise Men and how light is still coming into the world after Christmas.
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Let's keep the peace and hope of Christmas alive.
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Grab a candle and join me to a telling of the Christmas story.
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Prepare for Christmas by hearing the witness of the shepherds and wise men.
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John the Baptist tells us how to prepare our hearts for the coming of Christ.
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We all have a lot to celebrate in this season of hope, light, and love.
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Listen to the stories that lead up to the birth of Christ.
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We thank God in good times and in bad. As a nation and as individuals.
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This week I share the stories of our veterans in honor of Veterans Day.
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We can recover the stories of healing in our lives and in the Bible and access their power to heal anew.
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Here are some tips on how to say you're sorry like you mean it.
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How can we come to understand and live in peace with people of other faiths.
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Today I talk about how Christians respond to authority.
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Today I talk about how faith and science work together without conflict.
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Jesus said that you are worth more than many sparrows. What do you think your net worth is?
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There is beauty in all seasons. What does fall bring us.
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What would your world look like if you didn't have to work? Where would you find meaning. Today I examine the implications of a world without work.
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This week I talk about what it means to remember 9/11.
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For Labor Day, I tell the story of a hardworking man, my father, who served as my inspiration. I hope that you can think of those who inspired you in your work life.
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We all face losses. Today I talk about how we grieve our losses.
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This sermon on faith was a repeat aired at a previous date.
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The best runners know how to pace themselves. The same applies to life in general. Run a smart life.
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The Bible and our faith can help us deal with our own mortality.
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Learn how to unclutter your life and determine your bare necessities.
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Learning about God's description of a good shepherd can help us select our leaders.
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Embark on a journey to discover the hidden treasure that lies within you.
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We live in the present, but it is important how we view the past and future.
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All life is sacred. We honor even the smallest creatures.
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Sometimes it's best for us to stay in the boat and let Jesus walk on water.
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The story of the Good Samaritan asks us to think about who we consider as our neighbor.
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Based on an earlier sermon, Remember YOUR Sabbath talks about maintaining a good perspective on our work life.
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Memorial Day is a time to remember all that have lost their lives for our country.
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How do we get out of the Israeli/Palestinian conflict?
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There's anger all around us. Today I talk about how we can process our anger.
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The Christian life calls us to live for the common good.
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The isolation caused by the pandemic has distorted our perception of time. Here are some ways that we can put time back into perspective
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How do we think about an infinite God. We know him by many names. Here are three names of God to help you know him.
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We all bear responsibility for racism. What can we do?
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Easter a provides message which inspires, encourages, and empowers us.
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The story of Holy Weeks goes from Jesus' triumphal entry in Jerusalem to his death and burial. It's a story we must hear.
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We are one body with many members. We CAN live together as individuals while respecting others.
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This week we talk about the importance of friends in our lives.
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Patience can help us through stressful times. Here I talk about patience with our situation, with other people, and with God.
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We need to find ways to remember the ones we have lost to covid.
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Although New Orleans is shut down for Mardi Gras this year, here's how you can benefit from the religious celebration of the day.
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We are all tempted at times to do things that go contrary to God's will and our own consciences. This story of Jesus' temptation can help us face our own.
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How to deal with our perfectionism and live up to God's will at the same time.
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This week's sermon is in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr
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We hear how the story of the three wise men brings light and hope into our world.
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Listen to the full story of Jesus birth then sing along to Silent night with your own candlelights service.
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Hear the story of the angel announcing Jesus' birth to the shepherds
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The shepherds serve as a witness for all the world and all time of the birth of Jesus.
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The story of a humble couple giving birth in a stable has meaning for us today.
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The four candles of Advent may have a special meaning for us this year as we wait to find some light in the darkness.
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Thanksgiving is a good time to hone our gratitude skills.
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The story of the Passover can have meaning for us as we confront the covid pandemic.
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On All Saints Day we remember those who have gone before us and look forward to a reunion in heaven.
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The words of scripture can give comfort, consolation and hope in times of trouble.
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We need to know when to look for the silver lining--and when not to.
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The story of Joseph and his brothers teaches us about how complicated it is to be a part of God's family.
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The parable of the prodigal son teaches lessons for modern life.
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Jesus gives good news to us through the Beatitudes.
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Many times in biblical history, the end of creation has been predicted. Some people wonder today if we might be coming to the end due to all of the problems and trials we are facing. I look at how we can turn to the apocalyptic vision of the Bible to help us put our times into perspective.
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Confidence in Jesus Christ can cast out our fear.
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How do we live with the thought of our own mortality? We turn to our faith in the resurrection.
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Our national motto is "In God We Trust." In whom should we put our trust?
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Sometimes misfortune piles upon misfortune in our lives. In this podcast I look at how God provides ways out of times of overwhelming suffering.
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America has been described as "a shining city on a hill". How stands that city today?
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When supposed prophets and pundits come at us with conflicting information, it's hard to discern the truth. Using a story from the prophet Jeremiah, I present some tools for discerning the truth.
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This episode looks at the history of the Juneteenth holiday and its meaning for us today.
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Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem and his driving the money changers out to of the temple are instructive on how we react to civil disobedience.
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On the Pentecost the church celebrates the sending of the Holy Spirit. In this sermon I look at how the Holy Spirit can help us find ways to heal the divisions among us.
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This Memorial Day we remember those who have sacrificed for us.
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The disciples of Jesus had to grieve losing him. All of us have to grieve losses in our lives. There is much to grieve during the current pandemic. In this sermon I draw upon the work of Elizabeth Kubler-Ross in ways we can grieve our losses.
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Why are you cast down O my soul; and why are you disquieted within me. How faith can get us through moments of desperation.
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When Jesus ascended into heaven, he left his disciples with a mission. What is OUR mission?
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We all have experienced losses in the current pandemic. The story of Mary and Martha confronting Jesus at the death of their brother Lazarus can help us deal with the anger we may be experiencing as the result of our losses.
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The story of Jesus appearing after his resurrection on the road to Emmaus. How does that affect our lives?
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Celebrate the Good News of Easter. Christ is risen!
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The story of Jesus' passion is told through the traditional Bible verses for Good Friday.
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In the course of a week, we travel from the high of Palm Sunday to the depths of Jesus death on God Friday and then to the heights of Easter. Holy Week can serve as a model of hope to get us through troubled times.
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This sermon talks about how Faith can support our Hope in difficult times.
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We're all facing anxiety and panic right now in face of the coronavirus outbreak. The story of Jesus calming the storm on the Sea of Galilee helps us to seek comfort during difficult times.
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How do we reconcile patriotism and protest in America?
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How to Love Your Enemies and heal your relationships with lovingkindness.
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This Christmas sermon tells the meaning of Christmas from the unique views of St. Luke and St. Matthew.
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This episode shows how God's 10 Commandments relate to our lives.
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This is a personal story about how empathy has affected my feelings about taking the life of any sentient being.
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It's all right to look back on our glory days and celebrate the accomplishments of groups we are associated with. Everybody should have a shot at greatness. That is, until this train of thought leads us to think that we are better than others. In this episode, I suggest that kindness and gentleness are more important than greatness.
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M. Scott Peck said, "Life is difficult. This is a great truth, one of the greatest truths." Life is difficult when things are going well. Life can seem downright impossible when illness or disaster strike. It is hard to deal with our own suffering; but dealing with the suffering of others brings its own challenges. Here are some ways to help you deal with the suffering of others.
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Fewer than 50% of Americans belong to a faith community and only about 25% report worshipping on a regular basis. If you are one of those, you might want to think about what you are missing. Do YOU need a church home?
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We all must face the loss of family and friends to death. In this episode I suggest some simple ways to celebrate their lives.
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I spent a lot of time with my father as a child. He was a hardworking man who taught me through his words and by his example. In this story I relate his simple recipe for happiness in life.
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This is a personal story about acceptance and of regret for things we have done and left undone.
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Invite Jesus into your home using the simple dinner prayer, "Come, Lord Jesus, be our guest and let these gifts to us be blessed. Amen.
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When the Apostle Peter was establishing the Christian Church after the death and resurrection of Jesus, a revelation convinces him that God "shows no partiality" to anyone. The implication for us is that all are created equal in God's sight and we should live in such a way that all are given equal opportunity for happiness and accomplishment.
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All of us experience times in our lives when we descend into darkness. Sometimes it is because of loss or other tragic events. Sometimes we can be spontaneously overcome by depression without apparent reason. I refer to these experiences as descent into the Pit. Jesus experienced the Pit, literally and figuratively in the days before his death. In this episode I talk about how his experience validates our own, tells us that we are not alone, and offers us hope in the resurrection that he experienced.
