In a society that values qualified workers, with the highest level of productivity, taking the shortest amount of time to accomplish their tasks, Jesus doesn't seem to value any of these things when choosing his 12 apostles. He instead chooses...Mike Yurkovich

In this sermon Jesus challenges superficial religious practices. The Pharisees and scribes criticize Jesus's disciples for not adhering to traditional handwashing rituals, reflecting their overemphasis on human traditions over God's...Matt McAlvey

The sermon recounts the story of Jesus walking on the sea, Peter's attempt to do the same, and his subsequent sinking due to doubt and fear. The sermon highlights that while many Christians aspire to be spiritual "honor roll" students...Matt McAlvey

The sermon highlights Jesus's compassion for the crowd despite his own grief over John the Baptist's death, illustrating his deep empathy and divine love. It emphasizes that the miracle of feeding the 5,000 was meant to teach the disciples...Matt McAlvey

In the sermon the preacher explores the story of Herod's troubled conscience, his rash oath, and the death of John the Baptist. Herod's conscience is pricked by Jesus' growing fame, recalling his guilt over John's execution. The...Matt McAlvey

The sermon emphasizes the call for Christians to be witnesses for Jesus locally, regionally, and globally. Drawing from Acts 1:8, the message highlights the responsibility of believers to spread the gospel, inspired by Jesus's life, death, and...Matt McAlvey

This sermon, informed by Elizabeth Reynolds Turnage's article and book, addresses the importance of preparing for death within a Christian context. It emphasizes the necessity of planning for our death by making arrangements, as demonstrated by...Matt McAlvey

Jesus reminds the disciples that anything servants do for their master is simply what they must do. Jesus reminds them that whatever he may call them to do, there's no reward involved, and there's no place for pride in their hearts, thinking...Wesley Croft

When Jesus delays in coming to the help sick Lazarus, and instead waits until he has died, we learn that Jesus's delay does not discount his love. We also learn that God meets us in our suffering with tender love, and he also is powerful do...Nate Vogel

The sermon addresses the contemplation of how one hopes to die, leading to a deeper reflection on how to live a meaningful and fulfilling life until that moment. Drawing from personal anecdotes and biblical examples, the sermon emphasizes the...Matt McAlvey