Sermon 8 June – John 14 – 16 Jesus’s conversation with the disciples moves to the Holy Spirit. Jesus has not left us alone. The third member of the Trinity came during Pentecost. He has come to— -indwell us -empower us -teach us -convict us -guide us Discussion Points
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Good morning, Trinity- For many churches, this coming Sunday will be another day of worship. If there’s anything on the calendar to be mindful of, it is that Father’s Day is coming the following week. But some will recognize the day for what it truly is—Pentecost Sunday. Somewhere, somehow, in my country especially, the church
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Sermon 1 June || John 15:1-8 Jesus’s conversation with the disciples included an object lesson—a vineyard. Jesus is the Vine, and we are the branches. The Father is the Vinedresser who cuts out and prunes back. His main objective is fruit bearing. It must also be ours. Our principal mission is to abide. The church
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New Pastors Blog Good morning, Trinity With the approaching date of my return home (June 16), I want to be sure to use my time well. From everything I can see, the church is on a good course— -the worship is consistent. Cerrie does a really good job of planning, leading, and sharing the load.
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Sermon 25 May || John11:1-37 Jesus’s conversation with Martha and Mary addresses the issue of disappointment, especially with the loss of Lazarus and the failure of Jesus to be present to heal. The conversation teaches us two things— 1-Death does not have the last word -it is not a closure but a commencement -it is
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As with my Philippians series in the Fall, I hope this present series in the Gospel of John is impacting your lives. It is having an effect on me (one of the benefits of preaching). Under an Open Heaven (Kregel, 2027) was my first book, and it took me on a journey deep into the
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Sermon 18 May || John 7:1-9 Jesus’s conversation with his brothers is a bit testy. He leaves them—and us—with two challenges— 1-Approach time with intentionality—be mindful of the times we are in 2-Approach life with conviction—be mindful of the growing evil Discussion Points
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Good morning Trinity- One of my aims in returning to Trinity has been to help with the process of looking for a Lead Pastor. I am grateful the church affirmed the seven nominees for the Pastoral Search Committee this past Sunday. The PSC has already had its first meeting, and there’s every reason to be
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Sermon 11 May || John 2:1-12 Jesus’s conversation with his mother was fitting for Mother’s Day. In it, I believe God is teaching us to 1) come to him with our needs and fears; 2) yield to his timing and will; 3) remain tenacious in seeking God to do whatever it is he wills to
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Hi everyone- Nostalgia, as I note in my recent blog, is not what it used to be. To reminisce was once considered a sign of oncoming dementia—or worse. I am back here at Trinity, and stepping into the community, I am sometimes hit by an occasional wave of memories. These go back to the years