Holy Extravagance

Ephesians 1:3-14; 3:14-21 Along with scores of others, mostly tourists, my friends and I sat in folding chairs in the chancel of the historic and awe-inspiring Westminster Abbey, for Pentecost Sunday morning worship, in 2022.… Holy Extravagance

Chosen, In Christ

Ephesians 1:3-14 Continuing in a series of sermons on chapter one of the Letter to the Ephesians, which we began last week, today we will consider the divine action of election. Now don’t go running… Chosen, In Christ

Redeeming Grace

Ephesians 1:3-14 Grace. Redeeming grace. God’s redeeming grace. It’s impossible to define, to wrap one’s mind around or express adequately in one’s lived experience. That’s why addressing the church at Ephesus the author, likely a… Redeeming Grace

No King But Caesar!

John 18:33-19:22 Before I begin to read from the Gospel of John and preach, I think it is appropriate to acknowledge that three days ago, leaders of the free world came together in France in… No King But Caesar!

Abiding in Love

I John 3:16-24 I have to say, I have had the best time being a part of this community; let me offer some examples. This past Thursday morning, about eight or nine people showed up… Abiding in Love