Sermons from July 2024

As we continue our series on the elements of our traditional worship service, this week we focus on the “Call to Confession.” In the scripture text, David’s actions serve as a stark reminder of the importance of seeking reconciliation with God and recognizing our need for God’s mercy and grace. This week gives us the opportunity to reflect on how we can respond to this call to confession with sincere hearts, trusting in God’s unfailing love and forgiveness. Scripture: 2…

As we continue our series on the elements of our traditional worship service, we focus this week on the “Call to Worship.” Through David’s story, we explore how our desire to honor God and God’s presence calls us into a deeper relationship with the Divine. Let us consider how we can respond to God’s invitation to worship with hearts full of gratitude and reverence. Scripture: 2 Samuel 7:1-14a (NRSVue)

Worship is the heartbeat of our faith community. It’s a time when we gather to celebrate, reflect, and connect with God and each other. In the story of King David, we find a powerful example of what it means to gather for worship. As the Ark of the Covenant is brought to Jerusalem, David leads the people in joyous celebration, dancing before the Lord with all his might. This scene captures the essence of worship as a communal and heartfelt…