The gospel, the good news about Jesus, belongs to God – not to Paul, nor to any other preacher. Listen to Pastor David’s message based on 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12.
Listen to the Spirit
What is truth? How does God’s Spirit lead us into all truth? Are we able to listen for the voice of the Spirit? Here is Pastor David’s sermon on John 16:12-15.
Good News: Receiving Truth and Grace
In a very mysterious, mystical event, Jesus was transfigured and met with Moses and Elijah, both long-deceased heroes from Israel’s history. What does this story have to do with our spiritual lives today? Listen to Pastor David’s sermon here:
Meeting Our Muslim Neighbors
Listening is such an important skill to learn. Some of us were born with a tendency to speak (or scream!) more often than not. Others of us were born as more quiet infants. But all of us have had to learn – and must continue to learn – the art of listening. This is more than just hearing what someone else says, but really trying to understand that person from his or her perspective.
Yesterday afternoon I had one such opportunity, which I’d like to share with you today. Continue reading
You Also Must Testify
Pentecost: God speaks through his people about the truth of Jesus. How does this relate to our prayer lives – and church scandals? Listen to Pastor David’s sermon on John 15:26-27 and 16:5-15.
Who Will Roll the Stone Away?
Life is full of unanswered, high-anxiety questions. How does the empty tomb of Jesus help us cope with uncertainty? Listen to this early-service message from Mark 16:1-4.
Fruit of the Spirit: Gentleness
Who is the Old Testament heroine known for her gentleness? Did you say “Esther”? If so, you are right – but probably not for the reason you think. Listen in to Pastor David’s message on Esther 4:6-5:2 – a risky confrontation involving this young Jewish woman.
Absolute Truth
I just received and read my copy of the current “Communion together” newsletter (Nov/Dec 2010). First, take a few minutes to read the article by Jen Carney on being “Missionaries in Our Own Community.” Her words are right on the money – missions work begins in our own neighborhood. It’s good stuff.
Second, I’d like to comment about Jim Lyon’s article on “Absolute Truth and the Word of God.” This article reminds us of some important points, such as the fact that the Bible contains the truths of God. But the notion of absolute truth is, I believe, more complicated than the article suggests. Here’s what I mean: