July 26, 2009 - American Idols: The Moment & Instantaneity

July 26, 2009 - American Idols: The Moment & Instantaneity

This is the second week in the sermon series American Idols. This week's topic of "the moment & instantaneity" explores how living in this fast-paced society can hinder our ability to follow Christ and hear God. This series will continue for twelve weeks through October 4, 2009. Topics: Busyness, The Moment & Instantaneity, Celebrity, Success, Stuff, Privacy, Security, Legislative Morality, Democratic Freedom, Christendom, Family Time, & The Bible.

July 19, 2009 - American Idols: Busyness

July 19, 2009 - American Idols: Busyness

This is the first week in the sermon series American Idols. This week's topic of busyness is perhaps more obvious than some on the rest of the list. But listen in an hear how busyness can disconnect us from God and one another and what God's plan for us is in the first place. This series will continue for twelve weeks through October 4, 2009. Topics: Busyness, The Moment & Instantaneity, Celebrity, Success, Stuff, Privacy, Security, Legislative Morality, Democratic Freedom, Christendom, Family Time, & The Bible.

July 12, 2009 - American Idols: Introduction

July 12, 2009 - American Idols: Introduction

This is the introduction to the sermon series American Idols. This series will continue for twelve weeks through October 4, 2009.

Sunday, November 9, 2008

Sunday, November 9, 2008

Lectionary Year A, Proper 27: Psalm 78:1-7; Joshua 24:1-3a, 14-25; I Thessalonians 4:13-18; Matthew 25:1-13.  Pastor Jeremy offers a word about the past, present, and the future asking, "What can we control in life?".  In summary: "We remember the past, as a lens through which we can see the present, as a means to reveal the hope of the future."

Sunday, November 2, 2008

Sunday, November 2, 2008

Lectionary Year A, Proper 26, scripture text: Matthew 23:1-12, I Thessalonians 2:9-13.  Pastor Jeremy reminds the Church that while we are in concern and prayer for Tuesday's national presidential election, we must continue to be the prophetic voice of God to the world despite what happens...one way or the other.

Sunday, October 26, 2008

Sunday, October 26, 2008

Lectionary Year A, Proper 23, scripture text: Philippians 4.  Pastor Jeremy D. Scott challenges us to consider the motives of our thoughts, words, and actions, particularly in light of this presidential election season.  Are we thinking, speaking, and acting out of love for God and people, or out of fear?

Sunday, October 19, 2008

Sunday, October 19, 2008

Lectionary Year A, Proper 22, scripture text: Philippians 3.  Pastor Jeremy speaks of his own faith story in light of Paul's words about his heritage.  Is our faith built on our own accomplishments and backgrounds, or is our faith built on Christ?