Author Archives: Secretary of Awesomeness

Deep in the heart of every person, there is a sense of the way things are supposed to be. When things are in alignment, we have peace. Shalom denotes a right relationship with God, with others, and with God’s good … Continue reading →

The holiday season is often a time of joyous celebration, however, that is not always the case. As we enter into advent, let us remember the hope God instills in us. It is not about what we deserve, it’s about … Continue reading →

The Church is the only community that is for the benefit of its nonmembers. Yet, as we will see in this week’s sermon, participating in the community of the church brings value to everyone who intentionally engages in it. Dietrich … Continue reading →

All through the books of Deuteronomy and Joshua, the people of God are exhorted to remember. Remember the great works of God. Remember their narrow escapes and miraculous deliverances. This remembering was to fuel future exploits, and future faithfulness.So, with … Continue reading →

Scripture warns us that “God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.”  In today’s parable, we learn that we are all equal in the eyes of God and that humility and mercy are gifts that set us free.

The value of an object is determined by the one who is willing to pay the price. In the parables from Matthew 13:44-45, this week we will discover that God sees us as priceless treasures.

This week, Pastor Kevin begins a new sermon series on the parables of Jesus. Our first parable will be about the wheat and the tares of Matthew 13:24-30. What does it mean that the wheat and the tares will grow … Continue reading →

Raise your hand if you’ve heard the story of the woman at the well preached in such a way that she was either insinuated or outright accused of being some kind of promiscuous lady who slept around. This week we … Continue reading →

Rizpah’s story, though not well known, is another one of the more tragic stories that occur in the Bible. Left after King Saul’s death, she is the only one to defend the unjust death of her two sons. What love, … Continue reading →

Generosity and humility are life savers. When we are introspective, curious, and humble, we are less likely to make the sort of rash assumptions and judgments that can destroy relationships. But there is a time to speak up, right? A … Continue reading →