Pastor Jeffrey unpacks one of the most important parables from Jesus’ earthly ministry, The Parable of the Sower, which is told in Matthew, Mark and Luke. Why is it so important? Because it goes to the heart of how faith changes the world for the better.
“Give me your tired, your poor, Your huddled masses yearning to breathe free, The wretched refuse of your teeming shore, Send these, the homeless, tempest-tossed to me, I lift my lamp beside the golden door!” Emma Lazarus, 1903
For Pentecost Sunday, watch our first complete video “Virtual Service,” including music, readings, prayers and Pastor Jeffrey’s sermon. (Click the PDF button above if you would like to read the text of the sermon.)
Scripture: Acts 1:6-14 As we begin today on this Ascension Sunday, let us remember our veterans, many of whom have themselves ascended to the love and fullness that is God. And let us give thanks for their great service and sacrifice on our behalf and on behalf of this great nation. *** Today is Ascension…
Moses said, “Show me your glory, I pray.” “But,” God said, “you cannot see my face; for no one shall see me and live.” And the Lord continued, “See, there is a place by me where you shall stand on the rock; and while my glory passes by I will put you in a cleft…
Scripture: John 14:1-14 “Don’t let your heart be troubled. Believe in God. Believe also in me. In God’s house are many rooms.” These were Jesus’ words to his disciples. They are also his words to us. “Don’t let your heart be troubled. Believe in God. Believe also in me.” I can’t tell you how many…
Scripture: Psalm 23; John 10:1-10 This is the 4th Sunday of Easter in the church lectionary, and the 4th Sunday is often referred to as “Shepherd Sunday.” The image of the Good Shepherd is one of Christianity’s most cherished depictions of Jesus, and indeed, throughout the bible. Almost everyone grew up with the 23rd Psalm.…