| Master Sermons
Pollyanna and Cassandra Voices vs Voices of Faith Lectionary 7 August 2016 12th Sunday After Pentecost Isaiah 1:1, 10-20 Psalm 50:1-8, 22-23 Hebrews 11:1-3, 8-16 Luke 12:32-40 Text to Life Both political conventions have concluded. Can I get an “Amen?” Two candidates...
| Sound Theology |
In the same vein as last week’s post, this week highlights talented and adventurous young vocal musicians. Baylor University’s School of Music recently held their annual conference – Alleluia – for youth choir directors. Their featured guests were the National...
| Preaching Tips
The Hebrew scriptures are your clues to understanding the words, actions, and mission of Jesus. Everything Jesus says is built upon a Hebrew testament story from the Torah, the prophets, or the psalms. To better understand Jesus’ stories, always find its root in the...
| Pastor's Prayer |
Ah Lord, with trembling I confess, A gracious soul may fall from grace; The salt may lose its seasoning power, And never, never, find it more. Lest that my fearful case should be, Each moment knit my soul to thee; And lead me to the mount above, Through the low vale...
| Open Table |
Following Jesus: Biblical Reflections on Discipleship by N.T. Wright It has been a marvelously refreshing experience to read Following Jesus: Biblical Reflections on Discipleship by N. T. Wright (Eerdmans, 1995) This 2012 edition, which has a new preface by the...