Sermons on John
The Cast of Christmas – The Arrival and Invitation
Christmas isn’t about this church or even a religion. It’s about relationship with God. It’s about love, life, and a real freedom.
The Cast of Christmas: Magi – Adoration and Worship
Worship or Tradtion: What is the true spirit of Christmas? For King Harod, the birth of the Messiah produced a spirit of self interest and a desire to protect the tradition of his power. The wise men, on the other hand, meet Christ’s birth with the spirit of worship. As Christmas nears, let’s seek God and give Him the worship and praise He rightly deserves as wise men.
Beyond 52: Church Outside of Sunday Mornings – Relationships
Last week, we started a new series called Beyond 52: Church Outside of Sunday Mornings. Why is it called Beyond 52? Simply put, there are 52 weeks in a year. There are 52 possible Sundays that you and I could walk through the doors of a church. However, the Bible’s vision of the Church is more than just a couple hours on Sunday mornings; it’s a way of life. My hope is that this series will challenge our ideas about…
Talking Points: Part 1 – One is the Win
We can disagree politically and love unconditionally.
Part 6: Pivotal Circumstances
Your suffering and your pain and the bumps in the road really are not the exceptions. They are part of the story. And Jesus made it all too clear; it’s an important part of the story.
Part 5: The Journey – Big Changes
Today, we are going to take a look at two of the most recognizable people in the Bible who encountered Jesus and how their journey with Him changed everything for them. My hope is that the stories of these two men just might give you some great insights and hope for your own journey with Jesus.
Good Friday: The Service of Shadows
To commemorate the crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ this Good Friday, Pastor Trisha Guise of York Springs United Methodist Church, along with six local pastors from the York Springs area, present this reading of The Service of Shadows.
There is Purpose in the Wait
Psalm 27:14 (NLT) “Wait for the LORD; be strong and take heart and wait for the LORD.” One of the hardest things to do in life is to wait. Whether we are expecting something good, something bad or the unknown, waiting is tough. Patience is a virtue, something we have to work for. It’s a quality that we are not born with, but that we learn. And it’s something, because of our human nature, that we have to practice…over and…
What are you looking for?
God is concerned and interested in our desires. What are you looking for in your years remaining on earth? What do you still want to do with your life? What kind of person do you want to become before you die?
What is Holy Communion? A Spiritual Nourishment
Holy Communion is a Spiritual Nourishment where God feeds our souls as we, together, celebrate the Bread of Life given for all.