Sermons on rooted in grace (Page 19)
The Story of Tamar
Linda’s message is rooted in the cry of Tamar and the crime of Amnon from 2 Samuel 13.1-22. Tamar’s story speaks a truth we are reluctant to hear from beginning to end. May we listen to the stories of sexual assault and may compassion open us the unheard cries of every Tamar. May our response to Tamar’s story, and to every Tamar we meet, be holy and loving and just.
The Story of Hagar
Linda’s message is rooted in Hagar’s story from Genesis 16: 1-16; 21:9-21. Hagar’s story is one of cruelty and abuse at the hand of another woman, Sarah. Yet Hagar’s story is also one of a woman who sees and names God and finds the freedom to become the mother of a great nation. With whom do you identify in this story? How might we be emboldened and find courage to speak truth to power in our own communities? What hope does God’s freedom hold…
Flour.
How might the beautiful, simple, & inspiring ingredients that have been passed down to us through the generations stir up the gift of God among us? Matt’s message invites the love of God to rekindle our imaginations as we discern making Deep Commitments at The Table. Worship on is rooted in 2 Timothy 1.1-14.
Communion
Christina’s message is rooted in Matthew 26.26-28 and invites reflection on communion as a way of staying in love with God.
Unlocking the ingredients of God’s love.
Linda’s message is rooted in John 14.23-29. She talks about John’s version of the Last Supper and unlocking the ingredients of God’s love.
Glory, Love, and Mac & Cheese
Matt’s message is rooted in John 13.31-35 and the story of Chef Niki Nakayama.
A Third Plate Picnic by the Sea
Matt’s message is rooted in John 21.1-19 and the The Third Plate by Dan Barber.
Where Do Those Beans Think They’re Going?
Linda’s message invites reflection on Chef Massimo Bottura & the story of Thomas encountering the Risen One in John 20.19-31.
Easter Message
Matt’s Easter message is rooted in Luke 24.1-12.
Palm-less Palm Sunday
Matt’s Message is rooted in Luke 19 and invites reflection on how we might lay our authority before God.
Prodigal
Matt’s message is rooted in Luke 15 and invites reflection on where we might find ourselves in relationship to the parable of the prodigal. Clips from Julian Cunningham singing At The Table by Josh Garrels in our 9:30 am worship gathering are woven into the beginning and ending of the podcast.
What If…
Matt’s message is rooted in Luke 13.1-9 and invites reflection on repentance and the parable of the fig tree in the vineyard.