Sermons Archive
Sunday, August 23, 2020 INTRODUCTION. As I said in the E-News, I would prefer to have face-to-face conversations with all of the members and friends of Beargrass. But that is not feasible, so if you haven’t seen the video, read the E-News, or “heard through the grapevine,” here we go. Ellen and I have been reflecting about my retirement date. We think…
This week’s story from Matthew 15 will become more powerful for us if we remember the timing and context. Jesus has been trying to get a break. He goes off to pray and get away from the crowds. He even packs up his pals in a boat and sends them out to sea. But after…
The Parable of the Sower is one of the more familiar stories in the Gospels. If you read beyond the passage above you’ll find several verses where the disciples questioned Jesus about why he spoke in parables and then you’ll find an explanation of this parable. It’s a curious and delightful text for sure! Imagine…
Matthew 11:28-30 This week we will continue to make our way through the middle of the Gospel of Matthew and focus on the demands of discipleship. I recommend that you read all of chapter 11—but let me warn you—it is pretty rough! It seems that Jesus needs a vacation. He “loses” it—and lets loose on…
As we continue to proceed through the season of Pentecost, we began what will be an extended journey through the middle of the Gospel of Matthew. The focus in Matthew 10 is on discipleship. Jesus gathers his dynamic dozen and gives them power over the diseases of mind, body and spirit. Undoubtedly, they feel honored,…