Job 19.23-27 Here we are in our third section of Job. The reading assignment for today took us through Chapter 27. I am sure most of you are caught up, but for anyone who has missed one a week, let’s do a quick review. — The first two chapters of Job demonstrates that this writing … [Read more…]
Job 14:1-16 This is the second sermon on the book of Job. Last Sunday we covered the first eight chapters and today we will go through the 18th chapter. I invite all of you to join us in our study. So let’s do a quick review. Before we put on our spiritual glasses to find … [Read more…]
Lent 1 2014 Job 1. 1, 2. 1-10 Who said life is fair? Who said life is fair? A friend of mine inherited so much money from her grandfather that neither she nor her two sons would ever have to have a job as long as they follow the financial advisor’s advice. She is a … [Read more…]
Matthew 6.24-34 Seek first the kingdom of God and God’s and God’s righteousness, and all these things will be given to you.The alternative Jesus invites us to consider instead of worry is entering into relationship with God — the God who is infinite and whose love for us and all creation is infinite as well. … [Read more…]
The Eyes of the Heart Ephesians 1.11-23 All Saints Day has been a Christian religious tradition since the fourth century. It is November 1st on the calendar, but we recognize it in worship the Sunday after November 1st. — But many churches do not recognize All Saints Day at all. Many do not include a … [Read more…]
What does the life of a Christian look like? Luke 18:9-14 In Sunday School we are learning about living a contemplative life, which is living in the moment, praying without ceasing, connecting with God in everything, not looking at everything in terms of black and white, right vs. wrong, but instead seeing the complexities and … [Read more…]
“What does the Lord Require of You?” Luke 14.25-33 When I was a student at Jesse M. Clark Junior High School – yes at that time it was called Junior High and not middle school, clothes were very important. “Preppy” was the fashion. I had colorful Chino pants and button-down shirts with a matching belt … [Read more…]
Southern Etiquette Luke 14.1, 7-14 A friend of mine has a mixed marriage. She is from here in Kentucky and she married a man from Wisconsin. I know – I know, I warned them. It is a mixed culture marriage and while I am all for diversity, it has caused a lot of problems through … [Read more…]
Watchful Waiting Luke 12:32-40 As you drive south of Lexington, you will more than likely see signs made by Evangelist Dewey Cooper that say: “Jesus is coming, Are you Ready?” I have always wondered if those signs have had any positive effect. Has anyone come to know Jesus because of one of those signs? Has … [Read more…]
What is Enough? Luke 12.13-21 My grandfather Devine died from lung at home under excellent Hospice care when I was in my mid-20’s. My aunt called when they believed he was at the end of his life and I drove over the Harrodsburg to sit vigil with the family as my grandfather transitioned from this … [Read more…]
