Sermons from 2025
Transformed for the Journey
The Transfiguration of Jesus wasn’t just a moment of divine glory—it was a moment of transformation for the disciples. How does encountering Christ change us? As we close our Foundations & Futures series, we dare to step boldly into the future that God is already shaping. Scripture: Luke 9:28-36 (NRSVue)
Living the Future Now
Jesus calls us to love our enemies, but what does that actually look like? In Luke 6:27-38, we explore how we can move beyond resentment, retaliation, and revenge to embrace mercy, generosity, and grace. What would it mean to live this out today? Scripture: Luke 6:27-38 (NRSVue)
Rejoice in the Vision
What does it mean to be blessed? The world often defines success in terms of wealth, comfort, and status—but Jesus offers a different perspective. In Luke 6, Jesus challenges our assumptions about blessings and woes, calling us to see the world through God’s vision. Join us for worship as we continue our sermon series, Foundations & Futures, exploring how God’s presence shapes us now and calls us into the future. Scripture: Luke 6:17-26 (NRSVue)
Into the Deep
This week’s sermon, part of our Foundations & Futures series, is part of our annual Scout Sunday—a day when we celebrate growth, learning, and the journey of faith. Just as scouting teaches us to see the world in new ways, Jesus invites us to go deeper, to risk trust, and to discover something greater than we imagined. What if faith isn’t about staying on the surface, but about stepping into the unknown with an open heart? Let’s explore what it…
Beyond Our Comfort Zone
What happens when faith challenges our assumptions? This week, we explore Luke 4:21-30, where Jesus returns to his hometown and proclaims that God’s promises are for all people—far beyond the boundaries his audience expected. At first, they marvel at his words, but when Jesus pushes them beyond their comfort zones, their excitement turns to outrage. How does stepping beyond what’s familiar help us embrace God’s wider vision? Join us as we continue our Foundations & Futures series and discover how…
Holy Habits
Join us for worship as we continue the Foundations & Futures series with a focus on spiritual growth through holy habits. This week, we explore Luke 4:14-21, where Jesus models the importance of worship and Scripture as foundational practices for living out God’s mission. How can spiritual habits like prayer, worship, and study shape our faith and prepare us to bring good news to the world? Let’s discover together the power of holy habits to deepen our relationship with God…
Where You Are: Embracing the Familiar
This week, we begin our new sermon series, Foundations and Futures, where we’ll explore how God grounds us in faith and calls us to step boldly into the future. In this first message, we focus on the familiar places and gifts God has provided, inviting us to recognize opportunities to serve and grow within our community. Together, we’ll discover how even ordinary moments can reveal extraordinary purpose. Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-11; John 2:1-11 (NRSVue)
Expectations & Affirmations
Are you navigating doubts about your purpose? In this week’s worship, we’re exploring how affirmations—especially those from God—help us embrace our identity and calling. Through the story of Jesus’ baptism, we’ll consider how moments of affirmation can guide us forward, even when we’re unsure of the path. Scripture: Luke 3:15-17, 21-22 (NRSVue)
Protesting Fear: Choosing Another Road
The magi’s journey was more than following a star—it was an act of courage and faith. By choosing another road, they resisted fear and trusted God’s guidance to lead them forward. As we step into a new year, what might it mean for us to protest fear and embrace the path God sets before us? Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12 (NRSVue)