Tag: Ordinary Time

Psalm 105:1–11, 45b • Genesis 29:15–28 • Romans 8:26–39 • Matthew 13:31–33, 44–52 The theme for this Sunday during Ordinary Time is the kingdom is like King Jesus. The psalmist reminds us that God keeps his covenant to his people. He is worthy of all praise, honor, and glory. This is why we seek his … Continue reading "Sermon for July 26, 2026 — Proper 12" Read the article

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Psalm 139:1–12, 23-34 • Genesis 28:10–19a • Romans 8:12–25 • Matthew 13:24–30, 36–43 The theme for this week is Jesus is faithful to the end. The psalm proclaims a God who knows us fully and holds us fast, even as we ask to be searched and led (Psalm 139). In Genesis, Jacob discovers that God … Continue reading "Sermon for July 19, 2026 — Proper 11" Read the article

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Psalm 119:105–112 • Genesis 25:19–34 • Romans 8:1–11 • Matthew 13:1–9, 18–23 Today’s readings invite us to consider how God’s life-giving word moves from promise to fruit because the Father has sown his Son for the whole world. The psalm proclaims God’s word as a lamp that guides us along the path of faith (Psalm … Continue reading "Sermon for July 12, 2026 — Proper 10" Read the article

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Psalm 45:10–17 • Genesis 24:34–38, 42–49, 58–67 • Romans 7:15–25a • Matthew 11:16–19, 25–30 Today’s readings hold together a powerful vision of love and freedom: God rescues us through Jesus. Psalm 45 celebrates a royal love that calls us to leave what is familiar and entrust ourselves fully to the beloved. In Genesis, Rebekah does … Continue reading "Sermon for July 5, 2026 — Proper 9" Read the article

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Psalm 89:1–4, 15–18 • Jeremiah 28:5–9 • Romans 6:12–23 • Matthew 10:40–42 Our theme today is Christ Jesus obeys on our behalf and shares his life with us. Each Bible reading shows us what it means to trust God and how God responds with love, strength, and blessing. In Psalm 89:1–4, 15–18, we hear a … Continue reading "Sermon for June 28, 2026 — Proper 8" Read the article

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Psalm 69:7–10, (11–15), 16–18 • Jeremiah 20:7–13 • Romans 6:1b–11 • Matthew 10:24–39 Today’s theme is God has freed us from sin. The scriptures show us that God’s love meets people in real struggle and real pain and then draws them into the freedom found in Christ. Psalm 69 gives voice to someone who feels … Continue reading "Sermon for June 21, 2026 — Proper 7" Read the article

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Psalm 116:1–2, 12–19 • Genesis 18:1–15, (21:1–7) • Romans 5:1–8 • Matthew 9:35–10:8, (9–23) Today’s theme is God proves his love for us. Our call to worship psalm is a response of abundant gratitude to the Lord who hears our cries and rescues us from trouble. The Old Testament reading from Genesis presents the promise … Continue reading "Sermon for June 14, 2026 — Proper 6" Read the article

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Psalm 33:1–12 • Genesis 12:1–9 • Romans 4:13–25 • Matthew 9:9–13, 18–26 Today’s theme is God keeps his promises. Our call to worship psalm celebrates the righteousness and faithfulness of the Lord who called into existence all that came to be. Our Old Testament reading from Genesis recounts the calling of Abraham that marks the … Continue reading "Sermon for June 7, 2026 — Proper 5" Read the article

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