Sermon, Sunday, December 31, 2023

 Our God Reigns!

Worldly powers are hostile to the things of God. But our Sovereign Lord will bring the kingdom to its fullness in the 'Anointed' -- no matter what.  

Sermon, Sunday, December 17, 2023

 Wishing on a Star

The magi followed the star to the Christ child. True disciples know that it shone with the light - and hope - of God's new day.

Sermon, Sunday, December 10, 2023

 Monsters, Myths, & the Messiah

The Bible often describes God's work in the language of pagan myths. True disciples know that Christ cast down the dragon at Christmas.

Sermon, Sunday, December 3, 2023, First Sunday of Advent

 A History of Death

Matthew introduces the Christ child in an unexpected context of death and disappointment. True disciples know that Jesus has come to bring life.

Sermon, Sunday, November 26, 2023

"Joy of the Whole Earth"

The theocracy's global vision gets taken up in the Great Commission. 

Sermon, Sunday, November 19, 2023

God at War

Israel's 'Holy Wars' illustrate God's judgement. True disciples still take those lessons to heart -- but leave their swords at home. 

Sermon, Sunday, November 12, 2023

 City of God

Old Jerusalem has a lot to say about God's person and work. True disciples know it's a picture of the new heavenly city.

Sermon, Sunday, November 5, 2023

God's Tabernacling Presence

Through the sanctuary, God dwelt among sinners. True disciples know that our true temple is Jesus.

Sermon, Sunday, October 29, 2023

 Signs of the Times

Theocratic Israel was a symbol of the heavenly kingdom. The theocracy may be gone, but the king has come!

Sermon, Sunday, October 22, 2023

Three Levels of Unity (2)

God anoints his people with blessings from above. They point to the Messiah -- and his 'Pentecostal' ministry. 

Sermon, Sunday, October 15, 2023

Three Levels of Unity

From the beginning God has desired 'oneness' among his people. He accomplishes it through Christ by his Spirit.

Sermon, Sunday, October 1, 2023

The Broad View

David fixes our hope on the Promised Land. But true disciples know that in Christ we are heirs of a heavenly country.

Sermon, Sunday, September 24, 2023

The Long View

World news may drive us to distraction -- or worse! But true disciples live orderly lives of confidence.

Sermon, Sunday, September 10, 2023

 Confession Confusion: When Sinners Pray

The Christian life is X-shaped like Jesus' Cross.  Repentance and faith are better than any buried treasure.

Sermon, Sunday, September 3, 2023

 "You are gods, all of you..."

Sermon, Sunday, August 27, 2023

Builders & Buildings Like Us

God calls his people to wise kingdom building. Fruitfulness is a sure thing in Christ. 

Sermon, Sunday, August 20, 2023

 The ABCs of Wisdom

Our world, our homes, & our hearts require much attention. True disciples seek God's wisdom for all of life.

Sermon, Sunday July, 23, 2023

 Psalm 29

Lament for the Common Man

Humanity is marked by sin and death. True disciples know that Christ's 'lament' gives voice to their trouble -- and redeems them from it.

Sermon, Sunday, June 18, 2023

King of the Mountain

David pours out his 'lament" to God. True disciples know that the King enthroned on Zion hears -- and answers. 

Sermon, Sunday, June 11, 2023

 Uncommon Communion

David trusts that God will never abandon him. True disciples know that Christ always rescues his own -- even from death.

Sermon, Sunday, June 4, 2023

 The Secret of Contentment

David rejoices in his heritage from God. True disciples are satisfied with 'bread' from their heavenly Father.

Sermon, Sunday, May 28, 2023

The Company We Keep

David makes God his refuge. In times of trouble, true disciples depend on God and the resources he supplies -- including each other. 

Sermon, Sunday, May 21, 2023

 A Tale of Two Scepters

God protects his people from wickedness. True disciples rejoice that Jesus rules the city of God -- and changes their hearts.

Sermon, Sunday, May 14, 2023

A Tale of Two Cities

God's care for his people is like a wall of protective mountains. True disciples rejoice that they are citizens of the heavenly Jerusalem. 

Sermon, Sunday, May 7, 2023

Finding Sanctuary in His Presence

David seeks deliverance before God's 'face' in the tabernacle. True disciples know that Christ is God's provision for people in trouble. 

Sermon, Sunday, April 30, 2023 --Psalm 27

Keep Trusting, Keep Following

David was confident in the Lord's deliverance from his enemies. True disciples follow Christ -- all the way to the end.

Sermon, Sunday, April 23, 2023

Thomas, from Doubting to Determined 

Drake Williams

Sermon, Sunday, April 16, 2023

 A Table Before Me

David found satisfaction in God's overshadowing presence. True disciples make Jesus their tabernacle.

Sermon, Easter Sunday, April 9, 2023

Long Live the King

Jesus' birth and death share many details. True disciples can think about death -- and resurrection! -- in a new way.

Sermon, Palm Sunday, April 2, 2023

 Blessed Is the King!

The long road to Jerusalem gave Jesus time to 'map out' the kingdom he came to establish. (Some things don't fit on a campaign button!)

Sermon, Sunday March 26, 2023

The God Who Remembers

Israel was defined by creation and exodus. Such a loving Creator and mighty Savior never forgets. 

Sermon, Sunday, March 19, 2023

We Are What We Worship

God is worthy of praise because of his love and greatness. True disciples know that Jesus' death on the cross illustrates both.

Sermon, Sunday, March 12,2023

Lord of Hosts, Lord of History

Pagans listen for the 'divine' in nature and their own hearts. True disciples rejoice that God reveals himself savingly in history.

Sermon, Sunday, March 5, 2023

 A King of Contrasts

Unlike earthly kings, the God of the Bible rules in righteousness forever. True disciples receive the blessings of God's kingdom in God's messianic king. 

Sermon, Sunday, February 26, 2023

When Trouble Comes

God declares his sovereign control over creation, the nations, and worldly might. True disciples know he's trustworthy -- so they obey, even when it's hard.

Sermon, Sunday, February 19, 2023

In His Own Words

The universe is a 'theater' of God's revelation.

But true disciples rejoice that he speaks specifically and savingly in his Son. 

Sermon, Sunday, February 12, 2023

"The Secret of My Strength"

David reflects on the unexpected ways of God.

True disciples boast in their weakness-made-strong in Christ Jesus. 

Sermon, Sunday, February 5, 2023

Poetry for the Penitent

Repentance and faith are wrought in secret by our saving God. But they don't stay there: They overflow in proclamation of his wonderful works! 

Sermon, Sunday, January 29, 2023

Introduction to the Psalms

The Psalms inspire us to speak to God; God inspired them to speak to us. Psalm 1 says, "Find life in the way of God's wisdom!"

Sermon, Sunday, January 8, 2023

Sermon prepared for Advent Four 'Christmas Canticles' 

Nunc Dimittis

Simeon's Christmas Canticle of Witness & Wonder