Father to the Fatherless Texts: Psalm 86:8-10; Genesis 21:8-21; Romans 6:1-11; Matthew 10:24-39; Psalm 68:4-6 On this Fathers Day, Pastor Jon looks at the way in which God is a Father to Ishmael after he was disowned by his own biological father, Abraham. If the church is the hands and feet of Christ, then we…

Faith & Action Texts: Psalm 116:1-6; Matthew 9:35-10:8; Romans 5:1-8; Genesis 18:1-15, 21:1-7; James 1:22-25, 2:14-18 In this portion of the Abraham narrative, we see Abraham and Sarah receiving a promise that requires their participation and activity. While we must trust God and believe in His promises, that trust ought to also inform and shape…

Following the Call of God Texts: Psalm 33:1-12; Genesis 12:1-9; Romans 4:13-25; Matthew 9:3-13, 18-26 Join us this summer as we journey through the book of Genesis, focusing on the patriarchs who heard God’s voice and responded. This week, we look at Abram (Abraham), and how he responded to God’s call to go to an…

Trinity Sunday: Reflecting God Texts: Psalm 8; Genesis 1; John 1; Matthew 28:16-20 On Trinity Sunday, Pastor Jon looks at the practical implications of the doctrine of the Trinity for us as individuals and as a congregation. What does a church look like when it reflects the very nature of the Triune-God? It is a…

God’s Burning Bush Texts: Psalm 104:24-30; John 20:19-23; Acts 2:1-21; Numbers 11:24-30; I Corinthians 12:4-13 Pastor Jon looks at Pentecost through the lens of the life of Moses, and his desire the the Spirit of the LORD would come upon all people, and that they would prophesy. This desire is fulfilled on the day of…

Bearing the Name ‘Christian’ Texts: Psalm 68:32-35; Matthew 26:31-35, 69-75; Acts 1:6-14; I Peter 4:12-16, 5:6-9; Philippians 3:10-11 The Name “Christian” probably had its origins as a derogatory way for pagans to refer to the followers of “The Way.” Peter encourages his readers to not be ashamed of the Name, but to bear it well.…

Are They Asking? Texts: Psalm 66:16-20; John 14:15-21; Acts 17:22-31; I Peter 2:9-12, 3:13-22; Romans 12:1-2 Peter tells us to “always be prepared to give an answer for the reason for the hope that is within us.” We ought to be able to clearly explain our faith and how it has made a difference in…

Annual Meeting: A Holy Priesthood of Living Stones Texts: Psalm 68:32-35; Acts 2:42-47; John 10:1-10; Ephesians 4:11-13; I Peter 2:4-10, 4:7-11; I Corinthians 5:20 This sermon is the Annual Pastor’s Report, presented to the Annual Meeting of the Cape Elizabeth Church of the Nazarene. Pastor Jon Twitchell takes a look at some of the victories…

The Power of the Presence of Christ Texts: Psalm 116:1-6; John 24:13-35; Acts 2:14a, 36-41; I Peter 1:17-25 The Presence of Christ was powerful in the lives of the disciples on the road to Emmaus. That same power is available to us today because of the Risen Christ. The Church is to be the Body…

Genuine Faith Texts: Psalm 16:1-2, 8-10; John 20:19-30; Acts 2:14a, 22-32; I Peter 1:3-9 In a world where we must constantly be on our guard against scams, seekers want to know if your faith is genuine, or just for show. Peter suggests that our trials come so that our faith might be proved genuine, and…