Divine Encounters: Saved and Sent

Divine Encounters: “Saved and Sent” Text: Isaiah 6:1-8, Luke 5:1-11 The stories of Isaiah, Peter, and Paul show us what it might be like to be in the presence of the Most Holy God. Like them, we are confronted with our own sinfulness, we encounter God’s grace, and we are invited to participate in the Mission…

Divine Encounters: On the Road – July 12, 2015

Divine Encounters: “On the Road” Text: Luke 24:13-35 As we walk on the ordinary roads of life, we learn to have our eyes and ears open that we might see Jesus. As we look at this traditional Easter text, we consider the ways that Jesus is revealed to us: in the ordinariness of life, in…

Crossroads: Encountering God in Decisions – July 5, 2015

“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 – June 28, 2015

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: Jacob’s Ladder – June 21, 2015

Divine Encounters: Jacob’s Ladder Text: Genesis 28:10-22 Recognizing that Jacob did nothing deserving of this divine encounter, we would do well to remember that this is not “Jacob’s Ladder,” but “God’s Ladder.” This story reminds us that God’s grace reaches out to us at our lowest point, inviting us to respond in worship and devotion.

Divine Encounters: Out On a Limb – June 7, 2015

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 – May 24, 2015

“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…

This is How We Know – May 17, 2015

“This is How We Know” Text: I John 5:6-13 “How do we know the truth about God? Which testimonies about God are reliable and trustworthy? As we conclude our journey through First John, we consider the importance of the doctrine of the incarnation, and understanding how Jesus perfectly reveals the God of Abraham, Isaac, and…