Sermons on Matthew (Page 4)
Salt & Light
As we continue in our teaching series “Spoke in the Wheel: Dietrich Bonhoeffer & Kingdom Allegiance,” Pastor T. C. teaches on Matthew 5.13-16. Another way Bonhoeffer’s time in Harlem transformed him was in his understanding of discipleship. No longer did he view the Sermon on the Mount as an impossibly high standard we can never measure up to, but rather as the costly and gracious call to discipleship. In this message, Pastor T. C. reminds us of our Kingdom Allegiance…
When God Seems Too Good
In this sermon, Emily Morrison reflects on two passages from this week’s lectionary readings: Matthew 20 (the parable of the vineyard workers) and John 4. In both, we see how the lavish Loyal-love and graciousness of God can seem a little too good at times. How do we respond when we feel this way? Emily helps us understand why and what to do with those feelings.
The God Who Takes Sides
As we continue in our series, Loyal-love: Exploring God’s Character and Mighty Deeds, we reach the Passover narrative. While we rightfully celebrate the liberation of the Israelites in the this story, we are less prone to celebrate God’s judgment upon the unjust Egyptian policy of slavery and Pharaoh himself. Why is that? God’s Loyal-love compels God to take sides; God sides with the oppressed. In this message, Pastor T. C. explores the current phenomenon of “Bothsidesing” that creates a false…
Let’s Be Still by The Head and the Heart
In this sermon, Emily Morrison draws our attention toward the theme of being still before God in the song “Let’s be still” by The Head and the Heart.
The Parable of the Lost Sheep
To cap off our teaching series on the parables of Jesus, Emily Morrison is teaches on parable of the lost sheep.