…most of us probably feel a little bit uncomfortable about inviting someone to church. The same two factors that a rocket must face are in play when it comes talking about our faith with others. There is a barrier that we must overcome. And we need to have enough thrust to overcome it.
Tag: Jesus
Stewardship of Life
Pastor Mike was in his office working on his sermon for next Sunday when Bob Smith burst through the doorway … More
Who are you following? (John 1:35-51)
Read: John 1:35-51 Focus: What does it mean to be an apprentice? Inform V. 35 mathaytays a disciple, an apprentice, … More
Where is Your Life Pointing? (John 1:19-34)
Read: John 1:19-34 Focus: What signs can you identify by their shapes? What are some things that signs point towards? … More
The Cream and Bread Sermon (or Small Groups: A Place of Grace)
(Significant Scriptures: Psalm 103:1-12; Ephesians 4:1-16; John 13:31-35) As I was preparing this message, I had an idea. I thought … More
Small Groups: A Place of Truth
(Significant Scriptures: Exodus 18:13-26; Galatians 2:8-16; John 14:1-6) You might remember comedian Yakov Smirnoff. When he first came to the … More
The Hope that We Already Have
I would like to begin today by talking to you about hope. Hope is so important to life. Some scientists … More
Poverty – Part 1: Why should I be concerned?
This past July, as my family and journeyed to Alberta for our annual pilgrimage to visit family and friends, we … More
Poverty – Part 2: What can I do?
Jesus is the one who gives us forgiveness, salvation and eternal life. As we respond to the richness of his … More
Questions: What about Mary the mother of Jesus?
Today we continue our summer sermon series of “Questions You’ve Always Wanted to Ask.” It’s a time when you get … More
Farewell to Shadowlands 