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Sermon Text:
Exodus 15:22-27
As the Israelites wander in the wilderness they encounter their first major obstacle - lack of water. When they finally find water the people find that it is undrinkable. The people grumble but YHWH provides by “teaching Moses a tree” Rejecting the traditional interpretation which focuses on the grumbling and lack of faith among the Israelites, we look at the unusual language being used to arrive at a more profound point about what YHWH is trying to teach his people. YHWH is crafting the people into a new kind of society completely opposite of the Egyptians who had enslaved them.
Sermon Text:
Exodus 15:1-21
Today we look at one of my favorite texts, the Song of the Sea. This is one of the oldest passages in the Bible and also a Hebrew nerds dream. We look at the structure of the song and some Hebrew poetic devices (though not as many as I would like). Along the way we learn more about the identity of YHWH. We also conclude by learning about grammar - specifically the difference between the perfect and the imperfect. It sounds boring but it actually leads to a really important point about worship and how we live our lives as a community of followers of Christ.
Sermon Text:
Exodus 14:10-31
In the face of the understandable terror of the people of Israel as they find themselves trapped between Pharaoh’s army of charioteers and a large body of water, Moses delivers a message from YHWH. The people are told to fear not, stand firm, and wait for the salvation of the Lord in silence. Its very churchy advice, but what do we actually do with it? We seldom find ourselves pursued by large armies. Yet when we look at the world we see one that is hopelessly broken built on structures and systems that seem impossible to change. How are we do to enact Moses’ advice in such a world where our fear and despair can get the better of us? We look at these issues along with an examination of the Biblical view of sin in order to recover a greater vision of the church’s mission in a world that continues in the violence, oppression, and exploitation of Egypt’s Pharaoh.
Sermon Text:
Matthew 2:1-12
Today we study the mysterious magi. Who were these people and why does Matthew include this story in his gospel? What would the details of this story meant to his audience? More importantly what possible relevance could a group of Zoroastrian astrologers possibly have for us? Along the way we will touch on a lot of history and also a Resurrection Church favorite - numismatics!
Sermon Text:
Matthew 1-18-25
After giving us a long genealogy about where Jesus came from, Matthew tells us a completely different and contradictory story about where Jesus comes from. Why does Matthew do this. As we learn in this sermon, Matthew loves to mess with us in order to make a point. Today’s sermon explores the importance of the Holy Spirit in the incarnation and why it is absolutely key to the whole gospel of Matthew.
Sermon Text:
Luke 1:39-56
Today’s sermon looks at the meeting between Mary and Elizabeth which is one of the most unusual and incredible scenes in all of Scripture. This time our focus will be less on Mary’s song but what happens when Mary and Elizabeth meet. Particularly the attitude of Elizabeth, the wife of a priest toward her cousin Mary. Here we learn that newness can come into the world and that what is represented by motherhood is the best expression of that hope. Birth and newness are God’s answers to the brokenness of the world.
Sermon Text: Matthew 1:1-17
For our second week in Advent, we look at the introduction to Matthew’s gospel. Matthew gives us a genealogy spanning from Abraham to Jesus. The list of names is long and tedious, and so Matthew helpfully divides the genealogy into three sections of 14 generations. However, the last section only has 13 generations even though Matthew tells us there are 14. Did Matthew make a mistake or is the missing generation actually the point? Find out the answer to this question and more as we learn more about the brokenness of the world and how Jesus comes to fix it.
Sermon Text:
Mark 1:1-8
In this first Sunday in Advent, we look at Mark’s introduction as Mark begins to tell us how Jesus comes to fix a broken world. The idea of fixing a broken world will be the theme for Advent this year as we look at how the world is broken and how it is that Jesus fixes it. In order to do that, we look at some Easter eggs from the Hebrew Bible as Mark sets us for the coming of Jesus in this weird character of John the Baptistizer. As we will soon learn, far from being the weird aesthetic that we imagine with his camel hair shirt and his bizarre diet, John is doing something much more interesting and revolutionary that we miss. Learn how eating grasshoppers and honey does not mean what you have always thought or been taught it means and what this has to say about the vision of a new beginning Mark wants to present to us.
Sermon Text:
Genesis 2:5-17
Genesis 3:17-24
Psalm 103
A reflection on what it means that we are dust. We start with the origins of the universe and look at various Biblical passages that describe our origins as humans.
Sermon Texts:
Genesis 6:11-13
Revelation 7:9-12
Exodus 8:20-32
Today’s sermon looks at the fourth sign - that of the swarm. Traditionally, referred to as the plague of the flies, we look at several other possibilities for the offending creatures including mosquitos, a mixed horde of wild animals, and werewolves. We also find the text included two Easter Eggs, one pointing back to Genesis and one pointing ahead to when the Israelites are set free by the Pharaoh in Egypt. Along the way we see a recurring pattern in the Bible in which God’s judgment brings salvation for the oppressed leading to diversity.
Genesis 13:14-16
Romans 8:28
Exodus 8:16-19
This week we look at the sign of the lice, one of the itchier sermons preached at Resurrection church. Today we continue to look at the 10 signs of the Exodus to see what they tell us about YHWH. Here we learn about the power and trustworthiness of God’s promise and how that gives us faith and purpose.
Sermon Text:
Matthew 5:43-48
John 1:14-16
Exodus 8:1-15
Today’s sermon looks at my favorite of the ten signs. Here we look at the symbolism of frogs in Egypt and particularly what this sign tells us about YHWH. In addition, we look at what this sign communicates to the Israelites. As we examine the details of the story, we also learn about a key difference that separates the Egyptian value system from that of YHWH.
Sermon Texts:
Genesis 4:8-12
Luke 4:16-21
Exodus 7:14-25
Today we look at what is traditionally known as the first plague in which the Nile River is turned to blood. However, I argue we should use the term sign instead of plague because signs are symbols that reveal information. In this case, we learn something about YHWH. Along the way we will begin to study the issue of the hardening of Pharaoh’s heart as well as learn about different conceptions of the brushtail possum in Australia and New Zealand. We also study blood as a symbol and why this sign may be a bit more complex than traditionally read.
Luke 2:41-52
This week we kick it old school with DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince as we look at the story of 12 year-old Jesus’ visit to the Temple.
Sermon Text:
Matthew 2:1-21
Its the week of Epiphany and we look at the story of the Magi. What does that have do with zombies and laxatives? You will just have to listen.
Sermons Texts:
Genesis 1:20-21
1 Corinthians 15:54-58
Exodus 7:8-13
Todays sermon is on the confrontation between Moses and Aaron and Pharaoh’s magicians. Aaron throws down his staff which transforms into a serpent. However, I argue that the staff actually transforms into a creature much more incredible than a serpent but our modern translations are too timid to say so.
Along the way we look at the function of the chaos monster in ancient near eastern mythology and how the Hebrew scriptures challenge this view. Then we finish by reading Paul’s take on the defeat of the ultimate dark power, death, and how that victory shapes the way we live in the world now.
Colossians 3:1-14
Exodus 7:1-7
Today’s sermon looks at two questions about recurring issues in the Exodus narrative. First, why does God seem so intent on Pharaoh being the one who actually free the Israelites? Second, if Pharaoh is the one to free the Israelites, why does God harden Pharaoh’s heart to prevent Pharaoh from doing just that? Along the way we discuss the Egyptian and ancient mindset as shaped by polytheism. We conclude by applying these lessons to the powerful forces that shape our own life.
Exodus 29:39
Hebrews 10:19-25
Exodus 6:10-30
We enter a new section in Exodus featuring the climatic battle between God and Pharaoh with exciting plagues and miracles involving seas parting. However, before we do so the text pauses to give us, of all things, a genealogy. Is this genealogy misplaced, or does it interrupt out story for a reason. This sermon argues that the genealogy is here to make a very important and practical point. Along the way we learn about an important Hebrew literary device known as an inclusio and discuss a really interesting rabbinic debate.
Sermon Texts:
Genesis 35:9-15
John 6:16-21
Exodus 5:22-6:13
Moses’ first day on the job has not gone so well and Moses lets God know about it. God responds with His name. Here we further develop ideas began in Exodus 3 at the burning bush about what the name YHWH means. We explore the mysterious name El Shaddai and the other names used for God in chapter 5 and 6 to see what makes YHWH unique.
Sermon Texts:
Genesis 17:9-14
Colossians 2:6-15
Exodus 4:24-31
Today we look at one of the weirdest passages in the whole Bible. This is the story of when God suddenly tries to execute Moses who is only saved from death by a hastily performed surgical operation. There are so many questions and yet few answers. Also what possible relevance could this passage have for us?
The sermon looks at the practice and symbolism of circumcision. Also we look at this story in context to try to make sense of it. Hopefully we also arrive at some answers involving more universal themes of judgment, identity, and transformation.
Sermon Texts:
Genesis 17:9-14
Colossians 2:6-15
Exodus 4:24-31
Today we look at one of the weirdest passages in the whole Bible. This is the story of when God suddenly tries to execute Moses who is only saved from death by a hastily performed surgical operation. There are so many questions and yet few answers. Also what possible relevance could this passage have for us?
The sermon looks at the practice and symbolism of circumcision. Also we look at this story in context to try to make sense of it. Hopefully we also arrive at some answers involving more universal themes of judgment, identity, and transformation.
Matthew 2:13-21
Exodus 4:18-23
Today we take a different approach. The Gospel of Matthew quotes from this passage of Exodus and several other Old Testament passages. The problem is that Matthew seems to take those passages out of context. We examine Matthew’s use of the Old Testament to try and work through how the New Testament writers use the Old Testament and what application that can have for us today.
Sermon Texts:
Revelation 1:4-8
Exodus 4:1-17
Today we conclude the section of Exodus on the call of Moses. Here we examine the significance of the three signs YHWH gives to Moses to verify that Moses’ message is of divine origin. We also examine how the question of Moses’ identity is answered in relationship to YHWH. We conclude by reading God’s revelation at Sinai through Revelation 1 and see how God’s existence is not so the big question but rather God’s insistence.
Sermon Texts:
Genesis 2:5-8,15
Romans 1:19-25
Exodus 3:12
We continue our study of the call of Moses. Here we examine a single verse. However, this verse directs us to the overall purpose of the Exodus. The point is not simply to escape Egypt or even to receive God’s law. Instead, the Israelites are to worship God. We examine what worship means by studying the Hebrew word avad and see why understanding avad is not important just for the Israelites but also for us.
Sermon Text:
John 1:45-51
Exodus 3:10-17
Today we look at enigmatic name of God. God gives Moses His name YHWH as part of Moses’ prophetic call. This sermon attempts to answer the question of what the explanation of God’s name, eyeh asher eyeh, means and why the name is important to Moses’ prophetic call. We also attempt to explain why Moses is given a sign (that he and the people will return to this same mountain) that will only be filled in the future. Through all these very abstract ideas we learn a very important practical lesson about what it means to be in a relationship with YHWH and why faith is such an important part of that relationship. The calling of Nathaniel in John is used to illustrate this point more fully.
One note, the scripture readings were not recorded as they typically are before the sermon.
Sermon Texts:
Luke 4:16-21
Exodus 2:25-3:12
Today we look at the burning bush and specifically the symbolism behind the image of the burning bush. In the burning bush we talk about how Moses experience the divine pathos of God. We see the role the divine pathos plays in the prophetic call and the need for the church to carry on the prophetic voice particularly in solidarity with the oppressed.
Sermon Texts:
Genesis 16:1-16
Matthew 27:45-56
Exodus 2:23-25
Today we look the conclusion of Exodus chapter 2. These are some significant verse because this is the first time God enters the story in the book of Exodus. In this sermon we discuss how God is revealed in ways very different from our modern western categories of philosophy. Along the way we attempt to answer the question of what God revealing Himself at this particular point in the story tells us about God. In order to answer this question we look at the crazy story of Hagar in Genesis 16. There is also a discussion about placemats from North Carolina fish camps in the 1970s.
Sermon Text:
Exodus 2:1-22
John 4:1-42
This sermon looks at two stories from the life of Moses in which Moses acts to bring justice to the oppressed. One approach is a failure and one is a success. We explore what features differentiate these two approaches and how it fits in with this theme of power we have been discussing. Also we connect the well type scene with the story of the Samaritan woman at the well and see how Jesus epitomizes Moses’ successful intervention at the well at Midian.
Sermon Texts:
Genesis 44:18-34
Mark 10:35-45
Exodus 1:1-22
We are still in Exodus chapter one. This week’s sermon answers the question of how the Israelites became slaves in the first place. At several points we see the text hint that the Israelites may not be innocent victims. Pharaoh is certainly bad, but does that mean the Israelites are without fault? Looking back on the Joseph story we find evidence that Joseph may not be the perfect hero we make him out to be. We see how Joseph and Pharaoh are both trapped in a cycle of violence and oppression. However, we see hope in the most unlikely of places; Joseph’s brother Judah. Judah’s actions break the cycle and allows healing for Joseph’s family anticipating the work of Christ. Again we examine power and how power is meant to be exercised in God’s plan to bring life, abundance, and flourishing into the world.
Sermon Texts:
Genesis 2:18-23
Luke 1:46-55
Exodus 1:15-2:10
Our passage from Exodus centers our a series of three incidents in which a woman or women work in creative and surprising ways to thwart Pharaoh’s plan to kill the Israelites’ babies. We examine the similarities in these stories and then examine them in light of the story of the creation of the woman from Genesis 2. Undoing centuries of misogyny, we arrive at a better reading of the account of God’s formation of the woman and see God’s plan for creation involves the woman as a delivering ally known in Hebrew as an ezer. Far from an aberration simply designed to humiliate the Pharaoh, the stories from Exodus are part of a pattern that illustrate how God’s power is exercised in the world. We see that pattern reach its apex in Mary’s song and in the life and work of Jesus.
Sermon Texts:
Genesis 11:1-9
John 1:14-16
Exodus 8-22
Today’s sermon looks at the Exodus from Pharaoh’s perspective. Why does Pharaoh think the way he does and why does he persist in his plans even as they achieve the opposite results. To answer this question we look at the connection with the Babel story in Genesis 11.
Sermon Text:
Genesis 12:1-3
Mark 8:27-30
Exodus 1:1-14
Today we begin a study of Exodus. This sermon looks at the importance of the connection between Genesis and Exodus and how creation, the covenant with Abraham, and the Joseph story are all “hyperlinked” in the first 14 verses of Exodus. We also notice the mysterious absence of God. Using the same rationale for Mark’s messianic secret we see God demonstrating power not in traditional human ways. Rather we see God acting according to His own character which fundamentally that of a creator who desires life, fertility, flourishing, and abundance for His creation.
Isabel Sutton and Annabeth Lundberg tag team to present this sermon for our youth led worship service. Their sermon reflects on the practice of Christianity within the setting of social structures common to contemporary high school students. Centering on the concept of human dignity, they interact with the work of the philosopher Rosi Braidotti to demonstrate the importance of the image of God in how we relate to one another in community. In doing so they present a vision of divine instituted uniqueness that fosters a higher ethic embracing the totality of humanity that results in true peace and flourishing.
Sermon Texts:
Hebrews 4:14-16
1 Peter 3:8-9
Psalm 34
We study Psalm 34 where we discuss feigning insanity, protection rackets, urinating in caves, and why George Jones’ version of “Tennessee Whiskey” is superior to Chris Stapleton’s version. This sermon has it all, plus the importance of reflecting on our lives and finding God.
Sermon Texts:
Joshua 15:13-19
Joshua 17:1-6
Joshua chapters 13-21 centers on the issue of land allocation and is probably one of the most boring parts of the Bible. However, we look at two particular stories within this section and see how they relate to the status of women in the ancient near east. What we find is another instance in Joshua where a boundary has been broken down.
Sermon Text
Ephesians 1:3-10
Ephesians 3:14-4:3
Typically Ephesians is divided into chapters 1-3 which is about the mission of God and 4-6 which is the mission of the church. Instead of viewing these sections as distinct, we study the transition from chapter 3 to 4 and see how they are in fact linked. The mission of God in the world as remembered leads to worship which leads to a new understanding which drives us to a new way of living in the world. Specifically we will focus on the abundance of a gracious and generous God and see this as an example of the purpose of worship.
We also see how Paul explains to the Ephesians and us that we are now part of the story and if we get the story then it will only make sense to live our lives in a way consistent with that story. This will necessarily include a new set of virtues that will set forth a counter vision to the broken world that surround us.
Sermon Text:
Colossians 1:15-20
Colossians 2:9-15
This sermon looks at the Easter story through the symbolism of the cross. Why did Jesus have to die on a cross? What did the cross symbolize in the Roman world? What does the cross symbolize to a victim? What does the cross symbolize to an oppressor? If victory comes through a cross, then how does that change how we view success?
Sermon Texts:
Zechariah 9:9-16
Matthew 21:1-11
Today’s sermon looks at the events of Palm Sunday within the context of the wider Greco-Roman world. We look at the various symbols used by the Romans, Jewish people, and Jesus and what they meant in their context. We will see how Jesus delivers an incredible statement through his action of the triumphal entry challenging the Romans, the Jewish people, His disciples, His followers, and us. In the end Jesus’ message is even more radical and even more new that anyone could imagine.
Jeremiah 32: 1-19
Luke 19:11-27
Today’s sermon looks at the Parable of the Ten Minas. Here we look beyond the traditional stewardship and the importance of the wise use of resources meaning usually attributed to this parable. If we read this parable in its context and as an analogy rather than an allegory, we find an even more amazing interpretation that helps us understand Christ’s mission and our own mission as faithful followers of Christ.
Sermon Texts:
Exodus 2:24-25
Matthew 27:45-50
Lamentations 5:1-22
This week we conclude our series on Lamentations with a troubling passage. We hear from the voice of the community. The problem with this last chapter in Lamentations is we do not get the conclusion or ending that we hope for so we examine what this lack of closure means for us. We also talk about the snap from Avengers: Infinity War and Johnny Cash.
Isaiah 53:1-12
Matthew 16:21-23
Lamentations 3:1-66
Today we pick back up our sermon series from two years ago on the book of Lamentations. We hear the voice of the soldier and his words as he experiences the loss of his identity as a protector. We also find the theological center of Lamentations and see how it leads it to the cross and the necessity of suffering.
Sermon Texts:
Joshua 9:1-27
Acts 15:1-20
Today’s sermon looks at the Gibeonites, a Canaanite people who use deception to force a covenant with the Israelites. We examine the dilemma this covenant with the Gibeonites poses and how it is resolved. In doing so we see that the Gibeonites, though outsiders, are portrayed as insiders and like the story of Rahab, expands the definition of God’s people to those who should be excluded. In examining issues of identity and inclusion we look at the council of Jerusalem in Acts 15 and see what principles determine who is in and who is out.
Sermon Texts:
Joshua 8:30-35
Romans 1:1-15
We look at the covenant renewal ceremony at Mt. Ebal. These are strange, ancient rituals that are foreign to us. I argue that these various rituals make sense of one of the key issues in Joshua - identity. Namely that the unity of the people is centered on the covenant. In this sermon we talk more about the covenant that is embodied and enacted in ritual and how that can help us understand faith which has become a very abstract concept in our churches. I argue for a more concrete understanding of faith that makes sense if we recenter the gospel away from us and personal salvation and to the Biblical understanding of Jesus as Lord.
Sermon Texts:
Joshua 7:1-26
Philippians 3:4-9
Today’s sermon looks at the disturbing episode of Achan and the sin that led to his stoning. This also leads to an examination of corporate and individual sin giving us an opportunity to set these lessons in our own time by discussing systemic societal issues. We continue to examine issues of identity and how Joshua challenges ideas of who is us and who is them by comparing the story of Achan with Rahab. In the end we conclude with how this leads to Jesus and Paul’s thoughts about issues of identity and some practical ways we can live these lessons out in our community.
Sermon Texts:
2 Kings 23:1-15
Romans 1:18-25
Joshua 6:1-27
In this sermon we study the battle of Jericho and also discuss the problem of violence. We look at the command to the Israelites to devote to destruction the men and women, old and young, and even the donkeys. We also look at how the battle of Jericho connects with the year of Jubilee. Ultimately, we see that Jericho is about God breaking down boundaries and freeing humanity from idolatry.
Sermon Text:
Exodus 3:1-15
Joshua 5:1-15
This sermon continues our examination of the book of Joshua and identity by first examining the rituals of circumcision and Passover. However, things get bonkers when Joshua meets this mysterious figure known as the Commander of the Lord’s Army. That means we get to talk about the divine warrior motif in the Ancient Near East and a really cool literary technique called ellipsis or gapping. We also discuss the divine name revealed in the Tetragrammaton and one of my favorite verses in the Bible in Amos 9 of all places.
Sermon Text:
Joshua 3:1-4:24
Matthew 3:13-17
On the surface these two chapters in Joshua are just a simple story of the Israelites moving from one side of the Jordan River to the other. However, as we dig deep we see that it function as liturgy. Here we discuss the role of liturgy and worship in knowing and develop and see how ritual functions as a form of epistemology. We learn what this passage tells us about God and particular what it says about God and boundaries. Then we apply this knowledge to the account of the baptism of Jesus and examine how Jesus brings all of these ideas into fulfillment and what implications all of this has for the church.
Sermon Text:
Joshua 2:1-24
This sermon examines the story of Rahab and how her story subverts the narrative established in Joshua chapter 1 of obedience and unity. The story of Rahab in Joshua 2 is an incredible piece of literature in which the most non-Israelite imaginable, a Canaanite, a woman, and a prostitute, becomes the hero of this story. It would have been shocking to its ancient audience. We recover the shocking nature of this story and see what it has to tell us about issues of God and identity.
Sermons Text:
Joshua 1:1-18
Ephesians 4:1-16
This sermon begins to introduce the major themes of Joshua especially as the book relates to identity. We will interact with ideas of identity and how it shapes religion and politics and enter into the contemporary debate over issues of tribalism. Also in this sermon, we discuss how Bruce Springsteen’s 1984 hit, “Born in the U.S.A.” can be used as a key to understanding the subversive nature of Joshua.
Sermon Texts:
1 Chronicles 12:19
2 Chronicles 15:1-8
2 Chronicles 20:14-19
2 Chronicles 24:20-22
Four texts from the book of Chronicles, what could be more fun? Today’s sermon looks at four stories, unique to Chronicles, that make an important and practical point about how we live out our faith guided by the Spirit particularly in reference to our sacred scriptures and traditions.
Sermons Texts:
Numbers 11:16-30
Numbers 12:3-8
Numbers 14:11-20
Toxic leadership practices are a common problem in the church today as those who have been listening to the “Rise and Fall of Mars Hill” podcast have learned. In this sermon we look at three stories in Moses’ life from the book of Numbers to derive some principles of what Spirit filled leadership looks like. The hope is to find a better way of being leaders in the church and to discover what traits we should look for in those in authority in our churches.
Sermon Texts:
Genesis 18:18-19
Micah 3:1-12
This sermon examines how the Spirit works through prophets in general and Micah in particular. Specifically we study how prophets challenge the powerful and advocate for the outcasts. We study what the Bible means by justice and we learn how the Holy Spirit works to bring life and flourishing to everyone.
Sermon Texts:
Exodus 35:30-35
Ephesians: 2:10-22
This sermon examines how the Holy Spirit works to bring life and flourishing into the world through art and creativity. Also we study the implications of the aseity of God and how a view that centers on unnecessary and extravagant abundance rather than utility and practicality can bring the hope and grace of the new creation into the world.
Sermon Text:
Genesis 41:1-40
Today we learn how the Holy Spirit works through Joseph to bring life and flourishing into the world through activities we think of us as unspiritual -wise management, administration, policy, and bureaucracy.
Sermon Text:
Psalm 33:1-7
Psalm 104
This sermon continues the theme of seeing how the Holy Spirit is active in creation but this time in the natural processes and interconnectedness of the world. Here we find that the work of the Holy Spirit is closer than we might have thought if only we expand our view as the Psalmist does.
Sermon Texts:
Genesis 1:1-2
Revelation 21:1-4
This sermon explores the thought world of the Ancient Near East in order to compare the Babylonian creation myth with the Genesis creation story. By doing so we highlight the amazing role of the Holy Spirit in creation as we study the first appearance of the ruah in the Old Testament. We also learn about some Ancient Near Eastern agricultural practices and perform some Hebrew words studies. So lots of what you know and love about Resurrection Church sermons.
Sermon Texts:
John 3:1-8
Numbers 11:16-32
After a brief diversion into the East Coast-West Coast hip hop rivalry of the 90s, this sermon examines the multiple meanings of the Hebrew word ruah and how the ambiguity of the word ruah can expand our view of the Holy Spirit.
Sermon Texts:
Genesis 3:22-24
Romans 5:1-11
Song of Songs 3:1-5, 8:6-7
This sermon examines the restoration of the relationship between humanity and God using the story of the romance of the couple in the Song.
Genesis 3:17-24
Romans 18:18-23
Song of Songs 4:1-8
This sermons examines the restoration of the relationship between humanity and creation.
Sermon Texts:
Genesis 3:15-16
Galatians 3:26-29
Song of Songs 3:6-10, 4:8-16, & 7:10-13
This sermons imagines the restoration of the relationship between male and female.
Genesis 3:17-19
2 Corinthians 5:17-20
Song of Songs 1:2-7, 2:8-17
This sermon looks at reimagining vocation and work.
Scripture Readings:
Genesis 3:14-19
1 Corinthians 6:1-5
Song of Songs 1:1-2:7
This sermon will explore imagination as a spiritual practice using the poetry of Song of Songs.