Sermons on rooted in grace (Page 15)
Drip. Drip. Drip.
Matt’s message on this third Sunday in Advent is rooted in Matthew 11.2-11. Barbara Brown Taylor writes, “The Messiah has decided to come for now—not all at once but steadily, drop by drop, for millennia.” How are we experiencing the steady drip of God’s mercy in our lives this Advent season?
Already/Not Yet
Matt’s message on this first Sunday in Advent is rooted in Matthew 24.36-44. While dominant expressions of Christianity would have followers of Jesus believe what we do in this world means nothing because it will all be wiped away as the faithful are taken into eternity upon Jesus’ return. The Gospel of Matthew invites us to practice an eschatological existence as we join with God in bringing healing in places of hurt.
Power Is Not Given, It Is Taken
Rev. Rhina Ramos’s message holds her own migration story in conversation with Exodus 5.1-8.
Ruth the Moabite Other
Rev. Dr. Jeffrey Kuan’s message weaves the migration story of Ruth with his own migration story.
Coming Home
Alexie Torres invites reflection on the great migration back to the heart of God in which we find each other.
Rooted In Grace
Matt’s message is rooted in the parable of the Pharisee & the tax collector (Luke 18.9-14). Marjorie Procter-Smith asks, “If a tax collector can find mercy before God, who is excluded?” Luke’s Gospel tells us the tax collector goes down to his home justified by God, but we don’t know what his new life will look like. How might God call us beloved through the waters of baptism and long for us to deepen in our commitments to loving God and our neighbors? Matt invites…
Giving Generously
Matt’s message invites reflection on life together at The Table. How has God been moving among us at The Table this year? What might God’s vision be for The Table in the year ahead? What Deep Commitment might you be called to make to God and our community of faith for the coming year?
More Than Crumbs
Rev. Sam Blewis was our special guest preacher this morning at The Table. Sam’s message is rooted in Luke 16:19-31 & invites reflection on where we might find ourselves in the story of Lazarus and the rich man.
The Bottom Line
Micheal Pope was our special guest preacher. Micheal’s message is rooted in Luke 15.1-10.
The Bottom Line
Rev. Carol Estes was our special guest preacher for the opening worship of this series. Carols’ message is rooted in Luke 14.25-33.
Sabbath
Matt’s message this Labor Day weekend invites reflection on how we might be called to renew our commitments to keeping a weekly day of Sabbath.
Rebels with a Cause
Matt’s message is rooted in story of Jesus healing the bent over woman in Luke 13.10-17. Who might God be calling you to notice? How might you be called to accompany them as they rise to freedom?