United Methodist Chucks

This series is called “Back to Sunday School.” Each week we will look at another lesson we may not have visited outside of a children’s Sunday school classroom. Our message today is “A Lion's Den.” Today we explore the story of Daniel and the lion's den as we explore jealousy and faith. Let us continue to grow in wisdom and grace as we continue to learn. Our scripture readings come from Daniel 6.

This series is called “Back to Sunday School.” Each week we will look at another lesson we may not have visited outside of a children’s Sunday school classroom. Our message today is “A Lone Shepherd.” Today we explore the story of David and Goliath as we explore individuality and faith. Let us continue to grow in wisdom and grace as we continue to learn. Our scripture readings come from 1 Samuel 17.

This series is called “Back to Sunday School.” Each week we will look at another lesson we may not have visited outside of a children’s Sunday school classroom. Our message today is “Two Brothers.” Today we explore the story of Cain and Abel while exploring God's grace. Let us continue to grow in wisdom and grace as we continue to learn. Our scripture readings come from Genesis 4.

This series is called “Back to Sunday School.” Each week we will look at another lesson we may not have visited outside of a children's Sunday school classroom. Our message today is “Miracles of Jesus.” Today we explore the deeper discussions to be had about the different miracles performed by Christ. Let us continue to grow in wisdom and grace as we continue to learn. Our scripture readings come from John 2:1-11; 4:46-54; 9:1-7; 20:30-31.

We finish our series called “Matriarchs of Christ.” Each week we looked at a different woman that is listed in the genealogy of Jesus from Matthew’s Gospel. Our message today is “Mary.” We read today about Mary and her song of joy over serving God. We hear about faith from unexpected places in unexpected ways. Our scripture readings come from Psalm 104:24-30; James 4:1-10; and Luke 1:39-56.

We continue our series called “Matriarchs of Christ.” Each week we look at a different woman that is listed in the genealogy of Jesus from Matthew’s Gospel. Our message today is “Bathsheba.” We read today about Bathsheba and her strength and courage. We hear about faith from unexpected places in unexpected ways. Our scripture readings come from 1 Kings 1:11-21, 28-31; Acts 7:44-47; and Matthew 12:38-42.

We continue our series called “Matriarchs of Christ.” Each week we look at a different woman that is listed in the genealogy of Jesus from Matthew’s Gospel. Our message today is “Ruth.” We read today from Ruth for the story of a woman that shows her loyalty and faithfulness. We hear about faith from unexpected places in unexpected ways. Our scripture readings come from Ruth 3:1-13, 4:13, 18-22; Isaiah 11:1-10; and Luke 1:26-33.

We continue our series called “Matriarchs of Christ.” Each week we look at a different woman that is listed in the genealogy of Jesus from Matthew’s Gospel. Our message today is “Rahab.” We reach back today into Joshua for the story of a woman that shows her intentions by her works. We hear about faith from unexpected places in unexpected ways. Our scripture readings come from Joshua 2:1-14, 6:22-25; James 2:20-26; and Matthew 5:14-16.

We start our series called “Matriarchs of Christ.” Each week we look at a different woman that is listed in the genealogy of Jesus from Matthew's Gospel. Our message today is “Tamar.” We reach back today into Genesis for the story of a woman that was wronged and teaches us about rushing to judgement. We hear about faith from unexpected places in unexpected ways. Our scripture readings come from Genesis 38:11-19, 24-30; Romans 2:1-3; and Matthew 7:1-5.

We continue our series called “Stories of Faith.” Each week we turn to a different gospel account of faith. Our message today is “Lack of Faith.” Today we look at Mark’s Gospel and the way we deal with our doubts and our weak faith. Let us continue to grow and continue to share our stories of faith. Our scripture readings come from Hosea 14:4-9; James 1:2-8; and Mark 9:17-27.

We continue our series called “Stories of Faith.” Each week we turn to a different gospel account of faith. Our message today is “Power of Faith.” Today we look at Matthew's Gospel and the power our faith can have. Let us continue to grow and continue to share our stories of faith. Our scripture readings come from Psalm 40:5-10; Hebrews 12:1-2; and Matthew 9:1-7, 18-31.

We continue our series called “Stories of Faith.” Each week we turn to a different gospel account of faith. Our message today is “Trusting.” Today we look at the story of a centurion's faith from Luke's Gospel. Let us continue to grow and continue to share our stories of faith. Our scripture readings come from Jeremiah 17:5-8; 1 Peter 1:3-9; and Luke 7:1-10.

We start our series called “Stories of Faith.” Each week we turn to a different gospel account of faith. Our message today is “To Believe.” Today we look at the humorous story of how Nathanael came to believe. Let us continue to grow and continue to share our stories of faith. Our scripture readings come from Proverbs 3:1-8; 2 Corinthians 4:13-18; and John 1:43-51.

We continue our series called “The Trinity.” We will look at the three persons of the Trinity as we explore how we see God. Our message today is “Christ the Son.” Today we reflect on the way we see God as a friend and confidant. Let us celebrate the hope of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit as we explore the Trinity. Our scripture readings come from Acts 20:18-28; Galatians 4:1-7; and Matthew 11:25-30. I am on vacation next Sunday, so there will be no recording for that day.

We continue our series called “The Trinity.” We will look at the three persons of the Trinity as we explore how we see God. Our message today is “Heavenly Father.” Today we reflect on the way we see God as a loving and caring parent. Let us celebrate the hope of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit as we explore the Trinity. Our scripture readings come from Isaiah 43:1-7; 1 John 2:28-3:3; and Matthew 5:43-48.

We finish our series called “Salvation Revealed.” We will spend the Easter season looking at how we live our lives in Christ. Our message today is “The Work.” Today we reflect on the work that we do to reflect the faith that we have and to show we have accepted salvation. May we always see salvation revealed in Jesus Christ our Lord. Our scripture readings come from Acts 16:16-34; Revelation 22:12-14, 16-17, 20-21; John 17:20-26. There will be no new sermon audio next week as I will be away.

We continue our series called “Salvation Revealed.” We will spend the Easter season looking at how we live our lives in Christ. Our message today is “Water & the Spirit.” Today we reflect on the physical and spiritual needs we have and the symbolism of both water and Spirit. May we always see salvation revealed in Jesus Christ our Lord. Our scripture readings come from Acts 16:9-15; Revelation 21:10, 22-22:5; John 14:23-29.

We continue our series called “Salvation Revealed.” We will spend the Easter season looking at how we live our lives in Christ. Our message today is “Something New.” Today we reflect on how we change due to living a life in Christ. May we always see salvation revealed in Jesus Christ our Lord. Our scripture readings come from Acts 11:1-18; Revelation 21:1-6; and John 13:31-35.

We continue our series called “Salvation Revealed.” We will spend the Easter season looking at how we live our lives in Christ. Our message today is “Shepherd & Lamb.” Today we reflect on Jesus as both a faithful shepherd and his role as the lamb. May we always see salvation revealed in Jesus Christ our Lord. Our scripture readings come from Acts 9:36-43; Revelation 7:9-17; and John 10:22-30.

We start a new series called “Salvation Revealed.” We will spend the Easter season looking at how we live our lives in Christ. Our message today is "With Love." Today we reflect on Jesus asking Peter about his love and how we begin everything with love. May we always see salvation revealed in Jesus Christ our Lord. Our scripture readings come from Acts 9:1-6; Revelation 5:11-14; and John 21:1-19.