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12 mins read|12/23/18
Gospel: Luke 2:22-40 (Christmas 1: Series C)
But here we are again on the other side of a Christmas celebration. This inevitably involves a sense of let-down, even for preachers (Warning: Do not check the attendance numbers this coming Sunday). If Christmas is as significant as we say, it is worth reflecting with your hearers on what comes next. What is on the other side of Christmas? -
10 mins read|12/17/18
Where Do We Look for Jesus to Come?
What Jesus says is simple, but the simplest things are difficult, and difficulty causes friction. -
13 mins read|12/16/18
Preaching to C & E Christians
No doubt a few preachers cringe at the thought of "C and E" (Christmas and Easter) Christians showing up for Christmas Eve services...I must confess, when I preach on Christmas and Easter, I do not share this sentiment held by some of my peers. -
11 mins read|12/16/18
Gospel: Luke 1:39-55 (Advent 4: Series C)
It is the day before Christmas Eve. The trappings have taken their toll. Despite your valiant attempts to hold the Advent line, members of your congregation (and perhaps you, too) have grown weary of the Christmas season. One of the primary culprits, of course, is the ubiquitous Christmas playlist. -
17 mins read|12/13/18
Mary's Magnificat
It is the sort of joy that is brought about by the mutual consolation of the saints when they encourage one another through hard times. -
22 mins read|12/09/18
From Advent to Christmas
Past, present, fututre converge in Advent. The historical coming of the Lord Jesus in the flesh, born of Mary to suffer and die for the world's redemption is indicated by having the Palm Suday account read on the First Sunday in Advent. All of the church year revolves around the cross.
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