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Sermons on Epiphany (Page 7)
Baptism is important – so much that each believer must be baptized to be freed from our sins. As our sins are washed away, we are each made new. But why did Jesus come to John to be baptized? Why did He allow it to be so, and what does this mean for us today?
The Beatitudes seem to present a challenge to life – where being poor is a both challenge and a blessing. The poor are lifted up as inheritors of the Kingdom of God, and the rich will be sent away hungry. How can we keep from a reliance on status or resources to make room for…
When the Lord called Jeremiah, he was but a child. When we try to witness and share the Good News of Jesus Christ, we can feel childlike, unsure of our abilities. May we release our hesitations, grudges, and fears! May we trust in God as Jeremiah did, and may we be bold to share His…
When we think of stewardship, we tend to think of the traditional means and methods of stewardship. But can we rethink this and take stewardship to the next level? Can we be stewards of time and talent all our blessings, not just the material ones? We are all members of the Body of Christ. All…
When the world gives, there is often something missing… When we love God and love our neighbor, the church brings these together. Without the lordship of Jesus, without taking true faith these gifts are empty. May we all use our varied gifts and talents to the Glory of God!
When John baptized Jesus, the crowds thought John was the Christ the Messiah but they were wrong. John was not ‘the man in full’ that had been prophesied. Jesus was different. Jesus brought not fear but acceptance, awe and wonder. What does it take for us today to become men and women in full? To have…
Mark’s gospel documents Jesus bringing healing and good news in the face of the forces of evil. After a very full day, Jesus felt overwhelmed. What next? Jesus went off to pray. He made time for prayer. Are you feeling overwhelmed? It can be difficult in our busy lives to make time for prayer–but if…
Remember getting ready for the first day of school… thinking about what kind of teacher we would want? A teacher who knows their stuff, and teaches with authority! Jesus cast out demons with authority–this made the disciples’ first day of school exciting! May we be filled with this same excitement for His word and His…
Ever played go fish? Holding on to your cards is the goal. You don’t know what you’ll get in the card game – skill patience and faith are required. Jesus asked the disciples to fishing for people instead of fish–what a concept! Simon Peter and Andrew left their boats to fish for people. They did…
God has called His people to serve Him throughout history. When Jesus arrived and began His ministry, he likewise began calling His disciples. As He called, they listened and they responded. May we also reject worldly calls and listen instead to the call of Christ!