Today we have a Gospel lesson from Mark 12 that holds two different approaches to faith in contrast: the approach of the scribes whose motivation is to build themselves up; and the approach of a widow whose motivation is to act in thankful response to the blessings that she knows from God. We are called […]
As we begin this season of stewardship we are reminded today that we have an opportunity to serve every day of our lives. When the opportunities arise to share our time, talents, and treasures so that others might know God’s grace, may we always remember that all we have is on loan to us in […]
Today’s Gospel lesson challenges us to consider what it would mean to give of what we have freely for God’s use, and it is a reminder that while our gifts of time, talents, and treasure sometimes may not seem like much, in the hands of Christ they can accomplish great things. May we rise up […]
The congregation is prompted to listen for references to time in the various readings and psalms. Worship is the interaction of our time and God’s time. Reference is made to the blockbuster film “Interstellar.”
As we celebrate the Transfiguration of our Lord we are reminded of our longing for mountaintop experiences where we know for sure that Jesus is Lord. And when we have those experiences we want, like Peter, John, and James, to make those moments last as long as possible, so we try to build dwelling places […]
Using the wedding at Cana as the backdrop, this sermon invites the hearer on a day in “ordinary time,” to experience the extraordinary Jesus who fills our lives. “You have saved the best wine til now!” Included is a reference to a motivational speaker back in Pastor Diehm’s coaching days.
When we look to do something worthwhile, we must give it the time it deserves if we have the desire to do that thing right. Just as a good pot of gumbo takes time, just as a healthy prayer life takes time, so our preparation for Christ’s coming also deserves our time. Our God took […]