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MARCH 7, 2010 the THIRD SUNDAY IN LENT

Friday, March 5th, 2010

Sermon Text: Luke 13:1-9
Title: Your Dash
Notes: Jesus reminds his listeners that accidents happen to all. The question to be asked is not, “Why?”, but, “Are you ready no matter what life throws at you?”
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Second Sunday in Lent

Tuesday, February 23rd, 2010

Sermon Text: Genesis 15:1-12, 17-18
Sermon Title: “Trust God…How Far?”
Sermon Notes: Even though God promises to be with Abram to guide and protect him, Abram raises his concern about not having any children. Abram has been told that God will guide and be with him. Abram knows this, but he is concerned that he [...]

February 21 1st Sunday in Lent

Thursday, February 18th, 2010

Gospel Text: Luke 4:1-13
Sermon: Guest Preacher – Ryan Hunter
Gospel Notes: Most of us, when we are in the wilderness of our lives, are tempted to denounce God. Jesus also was tempted in the wilderness of his life, but he knew exactly how to reply.
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February 14th Transfiguration Sunday

Monday, February 8th, 2010

Sermon Text: Luke 9:28-36 (37-43)
Sermon Title: “A little tired, Awesomeness, Cloud, and Quiet”
Sermon Notes: Now it is Jesus’ turn to sport a shining face, reflective of a very close encounter with the presence of God. Quietness and listening can be good things. We may choose not to speak; sometimes we simply can’t speak. Quietness and [...]

February 7 the 5th Sunday after Epiphany

Friday, February 5th, 2010

Sermon Text: Luke 5:1-11
Sermon Title: “Take a Hike”:
Sermon Notes: Take note of how Peter’s response to Jesus parallels First Isaiah’s response to his vision of the lofty God.  Sometimes our best efforts, even when we’re doing what we do well, fall short of the best.  The grace of God promises that even in these times, [...]