Sermons by Seminarian Brian Doel

Healing Light

In the time of Malachi, there were many misconceptions among God’s people. Many of these were caused when people expected God to adhere to their timing, rather than His timing and His plan/ They were bound to be disappointed. But as we look beyond the plans of men, we look  to the glorious promise of…

Rising Light

Sadness. Depression. When all around us seems sad and hopeless, what are we to do? Into the sadness long ago, Isaiah brought a message of hope and light, a message of radiance and glory. When we are in the darkness, there is a light. We can arise and shine, for our light has come! Jesus…

Dramatic Israel

When God had freed Israel from slavery, they wandered for 40 years. During their physical travels, they wandered spritually as well. Like a dramatic teenager, they distrusted God, and lost their faith. God sent snakes, and Israel was bitten by the consequenses of their actions. In the same way, we can be bitten by the…

Captivity & Freedom

Captivity is mentioned in the bible, Israel was captive in Egypt. And many of the apostles were held captive during their service to our Lord. Today we enjoy freedom, but are we free? Or are we captive to greed, lust, envy or revenge? Are we captive in other ways? These are more insidious, and can…