Passage: Leviticus 19:1-18
Preacher: Pastor Walt
This passage is a marvelous series of instructions on how to live righteous and holy lives, that clearly underscore the solid foundation we Christians have in our Jew ancestors. The admonition to “love your neighbor” appears and further emphasis this point of mine. … read more ›
Passage: Deuteronomy 30:15-20
Preacher: Pastor Walt
The challenge is placed before the Israelites as they make their journey to the promised land – death or life, blessing or curse. Choosing the way of the Lord lead to blessing and life. The choice is ours as well. … read more ›
Passage: Isaiah 58:1-12
Preacher: Pastor Walt
This great passage from Isaiah, tries to right the balance between observance of the ritual behaviors that are thought to nurture or reveal faith, and the acts of sacrificial servanthood that would do the same – better Isaiah says! This is what is pleasing to God. It’s a call to mission … read more ›
Passage: Psalm 27:1-9
Preacher: Pastor Walt
John’s arrest spurs Jesus into his public ministry. Andrew and Simon Peter are now fishing and Jesus comes to them and calls them to follow him. Jesus pushes through the fear into ministry. We too believe like the disciples and follow Jesus, pushing through our fears. … read more ›
Passage: Psalm 40:1-11
Preacher: Pastor Walt
John points his disciples to Jesus, and Andrew brings Peter to see Jesus. It’s a good lesson on the importance of inviting people to Jesus, helping them encounter Jesus. It’s the foundation of our witness of faith. … read more ›
Passage: Micah 6:6-8
Preacher: Pastor Walt
Howard Thurman’s words about how the Christmas miracle and season is to be lived out through our Christ-inspired service. Today we will herald that sentiment and draw upon two beautiful scripture passages that clearly Thurman had in mind – “what does the Lord require of you but to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God?” and “Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers.” … read more ›