Walk in the Light – December 2, 2007

Walk in the Light Text: Isaiah 2:1-5; Romans 13:11-14 On this First Sunday of Advent, Pastor Jon looks at the vision Isaiah had concerning the future coming of the Kingdom of God. As we consider how we ought to live “between the two advents” we are reminded of Isaiah’s exhortation to “walk in the light…

Living by Faith – November 18, 2007

Living by Faith Text: Luke 21:5-19; 2 Corinthians 4:16-18 Join us as we take a look at Jesus’ response to a casual observation about the beauty of the temple. Pastor Jon encourages us to consider the “temples” in our lives–the tangible and visible elements that we are tempted to place our faith in. Instead of…

Zacchaeus – November 4, 2007

Zacchaeus Texts: Luke 19:1-10; Hebrews 12:1-2; Luke 18:15-17, 35-43 In looking at the familiar story of Zacchaeus, Pastor Jon looks at the the lessons we can learn when we consider how we are like Zacchaeus, and the ways in which we might be like the crowds of Jesus’ followers.

God, Have Mercy on Me, a Sinner – October 28, 2007

God, Have Mercy on Me, a Sinner Text: Luke 18:9-14; Luke 6:36-37 Once again, Jesus takes our understanding of the Kingdom of God and turns it upside down. By looking at the Pharisee and the Tax Collector, Jesus helps us to understand the value of our own righteousness as compared to the value of God’s…

The Parable of the Persistent Widow – October 21, 2007

The Parable of the Persistent Widow Texts: Luke 17:20-35; Luke 18:1-8; Jeremiah 31:33-34; Luke 11:5-13 Pastor Jon takes a fresh look at the “Parable of the Persistent Widow and the Unjust Judge” by looking first at the larger context in which the parable is placed within the Gospel of Luke. Despite the bad news that…

Where are the Other Nine? – October 7, 2007

“Where are the Other Nine?” Text: Luke 17:11-19 The miracle of the 10 lepers helps us to understand the difference between being cured and being made whole. Pastor Jon looks at many of the lessons found in this miracle, encouraging us to leave behind the lesser things in order to follow after Jesus and seek…

The Wrong Side of the Tracks – September 30, 2007

“The Wrong Side of the Tracks” Text: Luke 16:19-31 The parable of “The Rich Man and Lazarus” reminds us of the difference between the “haves” and the “have-nots.” Pastor Jon shares a number of lessons from this parable, encouraging us to care for the poor and needy among us, and to share the Good News…

People vs. Possessions – September 23, 2007

“People vs. Possessions” Text: Luke 16:1-15 Pastor Jon offers some thoughts based upon the parable of the shrewd (and dishonest) manager. While the particular parable presents some interpretive difficulties, there are lessons that can be applied to our lives based upon this interesting story.

The Greatest Homecoming – September 16, 2007

“The Greatest Homecoming” Texts: Luke 15:11-32; Luke 15:1-2; II Corinthians 5:18-20 As part of the Cape Elizabeth Church of the Nazarenes’s Fortieth Anniversary Homecoming Celebration, Pastor Jon Twitchell shares some thoughts from one of the richest of Jesus’ parables. In looking at the Prodigal Son, we see a call for us to forsake the ways…