Sermons from August 2024

The purpose of worship is not merely to bask in the presence of God but to be transformed by it—to be sent out into the world, equipped and inspired to make a difference. Worship that doesn’t lead to action is incomplete. As we conclude this worship series, we explore how worship calls us to respond by actively participating in God’s mission in the world. Scripture: 1 Kings 2:10-12, 3:3-14 (NRSVue)

We are nearing the conclusion of our Worship with Rejoicing series. As we come to the end of a worship service, we often hear the words of benediction—a sending forth, a blessing. But what does it mean to be blessed as we go back into the world? Scripture: 2 Kings 2:10-12, 3:3-14 (NRSVue)

As we near the end of our Worship with Rejoicing series, we turn our focus to the “Prayers of the People.” In our scripture passage, we encounter David in a moment of deep sorrow as he learns of the death of his son Absalom. It reminds us that prayer is not just about the words we speak but also about the deep cries ofour hearts. Scripture: 2 Samuel 18:5-9, 15, 31-33 (NRSVue)

In week 4 of our Worship with Rejoicing series, we step into a powerful narrative from the story of King David that reveals the weight and impact of God’s word in our lives. Following last week’s difficult text about David and Bathsheba, the King is confronted by the prophet Nathan. Scripture: 2 Samuel 11:26-12:13a (NRSVue)