Sermon, 17th after Trinity, 2023
Are we legalistic? In the gospel reading this morning, we see the Pharises imposing their interpretation of the Fourth Commandment upon other. Their interpretations became the lens through which they evaluated the piety of others. Their expectation even prevented others from loving their neighbors as themselves. Not only were they hypocritical in their applications, but this showed their great pride. Were their Sabbath regulations justified? Do we have areas of pride like the Pharisees? What is a practical means of learning humility? What is our motivation for being humble? Propers Manuscript
Sermon, 14th Sunday after Trinity
God’s goodness to us is evident in Creation. The heavens declare the glory of God. The earth is the Lord’s and all that therein is. And our consciences reveal the justice and mercy of God which is placed within each of our hearts. Will we respond to these good gifts of God by worshiping Christ and walking in His Spirit? Propers Manuscript
Sermon, 13th Sunday after Trinity, 2023
Following Jesus is more than just checking boxes. It is more than just adhering to a set of rules. Following Jesus is a response to God’s great goodness and to the gift of salvation through faith given to us in Christ Jesus. May we understand the goodness and love of God, and may we receive those gift by giving ourselves through service back to God. Propers Manuscript
Sermon, 12th Sunday after Trinity
God desires to ABUNDANTLY pour His blessings upon us. Yet we must understand this in the context of what God reveals about Himself to us. We know that God is good, that God knows us, and that God loves us. How will we receive the blessings that He has for us? Propers Manuscript
Homily, the Feast of St. Bartholomew, Aug. 24
Celebrating the Apostle and Martyr, Bartholomew (Nathanael). Propers
Sermon, Feast of the Transfiguration, 2023
What is the Transfiguration and what is its significance? May we embrace the beauty and glory of Christ and may we reflect that glory into the world as we, the worshipers of Jesus Christ, are called to do. Propers Manuscript
Sermon, Third Sunday after Easter, 2023
We are in the world, but not of the world. What does that mean? Propers Manuscript