Sermons from November 2024

Out of Their Abundance

Today, we dive into Jesus’ surprising praise for a poor widow who, despite her poverty, gave “all she had to live on.” In a world that often values outward appearances and assumes that “more” is always “better,” Jesus’ affirmation of the widow’s gift invites us to reconsider what it means to give. This story challenges our understanding of abundance and invites us to consider how we, too, might give in ways that embody our trust in God. Scripture: Mark 12:38-44…

The Home of God

This week, we gather for All Saints Sunday, a time to remember those who have entered life eternal over the past year and reflect on God’s promise of resurrection. Our scripture readings today remind us that God is not distant but makes a home with us. Scripture: John 11:32-44; Revelation 21:1-6a (NRSVUE)