How Jesus makes miracles happen

Today we hear of Jesus first miracle -- turning water into wine. The same way Jesus does this miracle -- using common elements and common people -- is how Jesus does miracles today.

Baptism of Jesus

Today we hear of Jesus Baptism (Luke 3:14-21). Today we also have a Baptism of a baby. Why was Jesus baptized? Why do we baptize? Why do we baptize babies?

Did you get what you wanted for Christmas?

Did you get what you wanted for Christmas? The magi bring three gifts that seem like "wants" and not "needs." A closer examination reveals that actually they are just the gifts Jesus and we need...Sermon based on Matthew 2:1-11 (and 1st Corinthians 1:18-31).

Christmas Eve

Christmas was ruined! The Christmas counterdowner had falled apart and the elf, elmo and other Muppets were all so frightened! Although it is just a movie, sometimes it can seem like Chritsmas does depend on us. The truth is, God comes into our world at Christmas and always and let's us know that it doesn't all depend on us.

Mary's Song

During Advent this year, our congregation looked at God's messengers, both new and old. This week we hear from Mary. What is her message to us? Based on Luke 1:39-55

Psalm 145 and the struggle for faith

Psalm 145 is nothing but praise for God. It confesses the faith many of us had as children. As adults, praising God can be tougher as we encounter the challenges of life. This week we also hear Jesus standing before Pilate. In Pilate's words we find some responses to the struggles of life. But we find the truth in Jesus' words.

Daniel and the Lion's Den

People often think the book of Daniel is a book about doomsday dreams. The book is much more about what it looks like for us to be faithful in an unfaithful world. If you have ever had to make a decision that your group, your company, your school, your town, even your church or nation disapproved of because you believed it was the right thing to do, then the book of Daniel is for you.