Sermons

Rembrandt’s “Jesus Among the People” draws us into an ordinary crowd—parents, children, the sick, the curious, even the skeptical—gathered around a quiet light. It’s a window into Matthew’s Gospel and a mirror for our own life together: Christ meets us where we live, blesses our children, hears our questions, and holds our hurts. Linger with the image and let it remind you that Jesus stands in the middle of real life, welcoming all into mercy.

This sermon returns to Ezekiel’s valley of dry bones and the grief of John 11 to ask a question that still echoes in our lives: can these bones live? With honest lament for a hurting world and deep trust in the Spirit who still breathes, we were invited to notice the small resurrections already stirring among us and to become a people of courage, compassion, and renewed purpose. Revisit this message to take a deep breath, listen for the Spirit’s movement in dry places, and remember that God is still making life where we only see bones.

Faith sprouts the way seeds do—quietly, persistently, sometimes in unexpected soil. Guided by Jesus’ parable of the sower and Vincent van Gogh’s luminous paintings, we’ll explore how God’s grace warms every field and how our choices nurture or hinder new growth. Join us as we ask: What seeds is Christ scattering in us today, and how can we sow hope for others?

In “Gravity,” we meet the Ascended Christ not as one who vanishes skyward, but as the force that draws heaven down to earth. Grounded in Acts 1 and Ephesians 1, this sermon shows how resurrection life tethers us upward to God’s purpose and outward to embodied love of neighbor. Following Jesus means letting holy “gravity” anchor our faith in real places, real people, and concrete acts of hope—so every step becomes part of God’s descent into the world.

What if Psalm 23 invites us to see God not only as Shepherd, but also as Mother? In this sermon, we reflect on a God who nurtures, feeds, and fiercely loves—challenging our assumptions and expanding our understanding of divine care. Drawing from scripture’s often-overlooked maternal images of God, we’re invited to embrace the nourishment of God’s love, receive the strength of a fierce tenderness, and rest at the table of the One who makes room for us all.

Explore how Jesus’ parable of the loving father invites us to cherish authentic connection over mere exchange. In this sermon, we’ll discover how embracing genuine relationships, rather than transactional thinking, empowers us to love more boldly and hope more fully.

“The Banquet” invites us to accept God’s open table and to make room for one another. Moving from Faith Ringgold’s joyful church picnic to Edward Hopper’s quiet diner, we considered the stories that keep us away and the grace that brings us home. With Psalm 133 and Luke 14 as our guides, this message reminds us that Christ offers rest for weary souls, food that nourishes faith, and courage for everyday gospel living. Revisit the sermon and be encouraged to say yes to the invitation and to share it widely.

Jeremiah calls us to more than outward obedience; he invites us to let God’s love be “written on our hearts,” shaping every word and deed. Drawing on Marc Chagall’s sorrow-tinged portrait of the prophet and Charles White’s hopeful vision of a modern-day seer, this sermon reminds us that true change begins deep within and ripples outward as compassion, justice, and shared hope. Revisit “Written on Our Hearts” to be nourished by a prophetic wisdom that still guides us toward a community where God’s truth beats at the center of our common life.

Doctrine isn’t a dusty formula—it’s a living conversation about the God who invites us to the table of love. This Sunday we’ll trace the Trinity through Scripture and art, from Proverbs’ dancing Wisdom to Rublev’s welcoming icon, and discover how God’s own community of giving shapes ours. Come and see how talking about God can open a window (and maybe a mirror) to deeper belonging and generous living.

In this sermon, we’re invited to see diversity, equity, and inclusion not as political talking points, but as deeply biblical values—rooted in creation, justice, and the wide welcome of God’s family. As we reflect on Psalm 23 and the parable of the lost sheep, we’ll explore how honoring God’s design leads us to advocate for fairness, cherish every person’s worth, and build communities where all can truly belong.

This Eastertide sermon invites us to see resurrection not just as a past event, but as the shape of the world and the heartbeat of our faith. Through the stories of Mary in the garden and God's renewing creation, we’ll explore how real hope rises from sacrifice, how God works with what’s broken, and how—even when we mistake Jesus for the gardener—new life calls us by name. Because Christ is risen, we are moving, day by day, from death to life.

Discover how Jesus invites us from self-reliance into a shared life where love, accountability, and support kindle genuine hope. In this sermon, we’ll see how building relationships and embracing community fosters resilience, belonging, and a renewed sense of purpose.

Storms rise, the boat rocks, and still Christ strides across the waves, steadying every heart. Guided by a twelfth‑century mosaic and a playful modern print, we revisited Matthew’s water‑walking story to see how awe, courage, and community meet when life feels unsteady. The sermon invites us to marvel (“Wow!”), to trust the One who lifts us when faith wavers, and to remember that the church, though sometimes a fragile skif,f remains held fast by Jesus’ outstretched arms. Come back to the story and let its quiet promise anchor your next step.

Like Jacob wrestling through the night, we, too, struggle with questions of justice, identity, and blessing. Reflecting on Paul Gauguin’s bold “Vision After the Sermon,” we’ll see how honest wrestling can deepen trust and move us toward courageous action for a fairer world. Together we’ll lean into God’s embrace, hold on for the blessing, and discover the strength to become that blessing for our neighbors.

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Pentecost isn’t just the church’s birthday—it’s a vivid picture of who we’re called to be. In this sermon, we trace the Acts 2 story through bold works of art, discovering a Spirit-fueled vision that blows past familiar walls, builds bridges across cultures, and widens the circle of God’s good news. Come explore how wind, fire, and imagination still ignite an expansive, brave, and joyful church today.

Psalm 23 paints a picture of a God who not only provides, but who walks beside us—through meadows and shadowed valleys alike. In this sermon, we explore what it means to follow the God who gives: who offers food, healing, rest, and purpose. Grounded in both creation and incarnation, we are invited to receive life as gift—and to respond with lives of generosity, compassion, and friendship with God.

We're invited to remember in this Holy Week sermon—not selectively, but deeply and honestly. As we reflect on the unnamed woman who anointed Jesus, we’ll explore how true remembrance leads us beyond comfort, into compassion, truth-telling, and hope. By joining our stories to Jesus’ story, we discover the kind of love that never forgets and the kind of hope that never lets go.