Sermons from February 2025

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)

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…

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…