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Courage in a Complicated World
A full Christmas sermon on Luke 1:26–38. Mary’s yes to God wasn’t quiet submission but courageous faith in a complicated world, reminding us that God’s favor is often a calling, not a comfort.
The Night That Changed Everything: Christmas Sermon
A full Christmas Eve sermon on Luke 2:1–20. Explore how the birth of Christ changed everything—bringing God’s presence into an ordinary world still in need of hope and peace.
The Rich Man and Lazarus: What Profits Hide and Prophets See (Amos 6:1, 4–7; Luke 16:19–23; 1 Timothy 6:11–19)
Discover the meaning of Amos 6, Luke 16, and 1 Timothy 6 in this sermon on the Rich Man and Lazarus—how wealth, comfort, and callousness blind us to God’s call.
Mercy and Justice Sermon
Mercy begins with a name. This sermon on Genesis 18, Hebrews 12, and Luke 19 explores justice, intercession, and Jesus’ weeping heart for the innocent.
Why We Choose Barabbas (Luke 23:13-25 Sermon)
Discover the meaning of Palm Sunday in this sermon on Luke 23:13-25 —why do we choose Barabbas when we know Christ is innocent?
Listening to the Voice that Names Us (Baptism Sermon, Luke 3:21-22)
In Luke 3:21-22, Jesus is baptized and the affirming voice of God breaks forth from heaven and declares, “You are my beloved son, with you I am well pleased.” This fuels Jesus’ life and ministry and this positive declaration is the voice that defines who we are. Learn more!
A Messiah for the Messy (Luke 2:1-7 Sermon)
Discover the real Christmas story in this sermon from Luke 2:1-7, exploring the humble birth of Jesus, the misconceptions about the inn, and God’s presence in life’s messy, unexpected moments.
A Happy Light in the Lonely Dark (Luke 2:8-20 Sermon)
Discover how the light of Christ breaks through the darkness, bringing joy, belonging, and hope to all, just as it did for the shepherds.
Called Forward by God’s Favor: Mary (Luke 1:26-45 Sermon)
In Luke 1:26-45, Mary’s story reveals that God’s favor doesn’t promise an easy life, but His presence makes the impossible possible. Faith calls us forward.
Don’t Waste Your Waiting (Luke 1:5-25 Sermon)
Zechariah and Elizabeth’s story in Luke 1:5-25 teaches us that waiting is not wasted when we trust God’s perfect timing and allow His grace to reshape our story.
Faith and Growth Through Doubt (Luke 1:67-80 Sermon)
Luke 1:67-80 meaning is profound. Zechariah both believes and doubts God, showing us that the journey of faith can be mixed. The angel Gabriel tells John his prayers are answered, yet he doubts. After months of being mute, he is enabled to speak and he praises God's faithfulness.
Figuring Out Faith: Jesus Sought Me as a Stranger
Peter became an important part of the Church, but he started off as a stranger, just like me and you. Jesus calls us to follow him and to own our faith. Luke 5 and John 21 are the passages.
Sharks in the Water! (Luke 12:49-56 Sermon)
In this evocative passage, Jesus presses us to realize the purifying power of Divine love which helps us see the dangers, the sharks that lurk within us. Click here to read the passage (Luke 12:49-56)
A Good Samaritan Sermon (Luke 10:25-37 Sermon)
This passage is familiar and yet tricky and the lesson we often hear from it is the exact mindset that Jesus was trying to push against.
The Sabbath Brings Freedom (Luke 13:10-17 Sermon)
The Sabbath is not a religious burden but a divine gift. Jesus heals a crippled woman in Luke 13:10-17 and a conversation ensues about the purpose of the sabbath.
The Parable of the Great Banquet
Jesus’ parable of the great banquet in Luke 14 allows us to consider what it means for God to be a host and a guest. God welcomes and invites. Will we receive God as a guest? Likewise, will we extend to God such a generous welcome, and do the same for others?