Sermon, Sunday, January 7, 2024

"Thou Art My Son" 

God always planned to rule the world by a theocrtic king. Jesus fulfills God's design as the anointed, exalted Christ.

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.