“I AM… the Way, the Truth, and the Life” Text: John 14:1-11a Before Jesus is betrayed, he tells his disciples not to let their hearts be troubled. Even as we consider uncertain times, we are called to walk fearlessly and faithfully with Jesus, trusting that the Way will show us the way… that the Truth…
“Throwing Stones” Text: John 7:53 – 8:11 Rev. Cheryl Curlew, Associate Pastor of the South Portland Church of the Nazarene, shares this week’s message. During the story of the woman adulterer (John Chapter 8), Jesus shows compassion to not just the woman, but those wishing to accuse her as well. How might our lives and…
“I AM… the Light of the World” Text: John 8 and John 9 The Light of the World made the blind to see! John 8 and 9 remind us that Jesus not only said he was the Light of the World, he acted it out as well. We consider what it means to walk in…
“Remember When…” Luke 24:1-12 What was it like that Resurrection morning as the women walked to the tomb? What did they talk about? What stories did they tell? Pastor Jeff Barker provides an imaginative retelling of this narrative, suggesting ways we can combat amnesia in our own lives and faith journeys.What was it like that…
Divine Encounters: “More than Conquerors” Text: Judges 6 and 7 The story of Gideon helps us to consider the ways that God calls and equips us, and how it is not our strength or abilities that make the ultimate difference in the outcome.
“Crossroads: Encountering God in Decisions” 2 Chronicles 20:1-12 Rev. Michael Griggs (US Navy Chaplain) provides this morning’s message on “Encountering God in Decisions.” We will look at the prayer of Jehoshaphat, being challenged to first look to God whenever we find ourselves at a crossroads, not knowing what to do.
Divine Encounters: “Looking for a Miracle” Text: 2 Kings 5:1-15 The story of Naaman reminds us that when we need a miracle, we must go to the right place, ask the right person, and be prepared to participate. Naaman almost missed out on his miracle because it didn’t come in the size and shape that…
Divine Encounters: “Out On a Limb” Text: Luke 19:1-10 When we look deeper at the familiar story of Zacchaeus, we realize that this is not just the story of a short man who was unable to see. This is the story of a man who was ostracized from his community and hiding from the crowds,…
“The New Creation” Text: Acts 2:1-4, 37-41 Creation. Baptism. Pentecost. These events combine to help us understand that God is already at work breathing life into the New Creation. What does it mean to be part of this covenant community? What does it mean to participate with God in the redemption of all things? What…
“People of Faith” Text: I John 5:1-5 Love. Faith. Obedience. These three elements are inseparably intertwined, as we live into our calling as subjects in God’s kingdom. Pastor Jon explores the way that these three cords are woven together – considering what it means to live holy, faithful, and obedient lives in response to God’s…