Sermons by Matt Smith (Page 31)
Generosity
Matt’s message is rooted in the life of Mother Teresa and Psalm 25. As we begin our Lenten journey toward the cross with Jesus, we’re invited to reflect on how we might be broken open into generosity.
Ash Wednesday
Matt’s Ash Wednesday message is rooted in the life of Dietrich Bonhoeffer. As we begin our Lenten journey toward the cross with Jesus, we’re invited to reflect on how we might be broken open into sacrfice. The worship service closed with the imposition of ashes and the sacrament of communion. The final six minutes of this podcast include selections of the music from our time of prayer, ashes, and communion.
Following Followers
Matt’s message invites reflection on “following followers.” What cautions might be needed in following followers? Who will you follow and how will you see Jesus dancing through the crowds?
First Followers
Matt’s message invites reflection on the “first followers” of Jesus. How might we be called to be first followers in this day?
Reaching in Love
Matt’s message is rooted in the story of Zacchaeus from Luke 19. Our journey toward a “new you” continues with Reaching in Love. How will the new you reach in love?
Growing in Faith
Matt’s message is rooted in John 1.43-51. Our journey toward a “new you” continues with Growing in Faith. Who planted the seeds of Grace in you long ago?
Rooted in Grace
Matt’s message focuses on Ephesians 2.1-10. Our journey toward a “new you” begins with rooting our lives in Grace.
Extras
Matt’s message invites our community to reflect the roles of the shepherds & angels in the Christmas story (Luke 2:8-20). Who do we see as extras in the world today? How will we receive the extras in our own lives? Casting Christmas (4 of 6)
Supporting Role
Matt’s message invites our community to reflect on Joseph and his supporting role in the Christmas story. How might we support those around us as they respond to God’s call on their lives? Casting Christmas (2 of 4)
Call Boy
Matt’s message invites our community to reflect on John the Baptist. As we prepare for the mystery of Christmas, how might we try on the role of John the Baptist in our own lives? Casting Christmas (1 of 4)
Wilderness and Litany of Blessing
Worship invited reflection on Jesus’ experience in the wilderness & the Sermon on the Mount. As we encounter change, what might the temptations of Jesus and the blessings of the Beatitudes have to teach us? (Part 3 of 4)
Returning to Egypt
Worship invited reflection on Joseph’s flight into Egypt as recorded in Matthew 2. As we all face change, how might we be called to return to “Egypt” in our own lives? (Part 2 of 4)