Sermons from June 2025
TWL – Parables S5E13 6.17.25
Understanding Evil Through Parables In this session of “Truth Worth Living,” we delve into the profound teachings of Jesus as illustrated in the parable of the weeds found in Matthew 13. This parable offers a compelling perspective on the presence of evil in the world and God’s ultimate plan for justice. The Parable of the Weeds Jesus tells a story about a farmer who sows good seed in his field. However, while everyone is asleep, an enemy sows weeds among…
Miracles Week 3
Miracles and Faith: A Father’s Desperate Plea On a special Father’s Day service, we delved into the theme of miracles, exploring how faith, even as small as a mustard seed, can move mountains. This sermon was grounded in the story from Mark 9:14-29, where a desperate father seeks Jesus’ help to heal his son possessed by an impure spirit. The Scene of Chaos The narrative unfolds immediately after the Transfiguration, a moment when Jesus’ divine nature was revealed to Peter,…
Miracles Week 2
Miracles from Faith: A Journey Through Acts 8 In this sermon, we delve into the profound relationship between faith and miracles, exploring how genuine belief often precedes divine intervention. This theme is beautifully illustrated through the story of Philip and the Ethiopian eunuch in Acts 8. The Nature of Miracles Frederick Buechner’s perspective on miracles provides a starting point for understanding their role in faith. He suggests that while miracles can have rational explanations, they are primarily events that bolster…
TWL – Parables S5E12 6.3.25
Understanding the Parable of the Bags of Gold In this episode of “Truth Worth Living,” we delve into the parables shared by Jesus, particularly focusing on the parable of the bags of gold as recorded in Matthew 25. This parable serves as a powerful illustration of what it means to wait wisely for Jesus’ return. The Context of Waiting Jesus, before His departure, spent considerable time preparing His disciples for His return. In Matthew 24-25, He uses various signs and…
Miracles EP1
Miracles Week 1: Embracing the Thin Places In our new sermon series, “Miracles,” we delve into the miraculous works of God as depicted in the Bible, starting with the well-known story of Exodus 3:1-6—the burning bush. This narrative not only sets the tone for understanding miracles but also challenges us to recognize the “thin places” in our lives where heaven and earth converge. The Importance of Belief in Miracles In today’s world, belief in miracles is often questioned, even within…