Preparing for "How to Choose Joy" | Sermon for August 4, 2024

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Preparing for "How to Choose Joy" | Sermon for August 4, 2024

August 4, 2024 • Rev. Dr. Craig S. Brown • Ecclesiastes 5:10–20

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Joy is less of an emotion and more of a choice. When we choose to live our life only for ourselves and those who benefit us, we find ourselves in an endless cycle of greed. It is a joyless way of life. When we make the choice for joy we can find a way toward true enJOYment and gratitude.

Preparing for "This Is a Life-Line" | Sermon for November 10, 2024

November 10, 2024 • Rev. Dr. Craig S. Brown • John 15:1–11

At the center of Christian living is Jesus, our source and giver of life. As Jesus prepared his followers for his death and resurrection, he makes clear that a connection with him is vital for their lives. We, too, must make the same choice each day: to stay connected to only source of true life, Jesus.

Preparing for "Untie Your Faith" | Sermon for November 3, 2024

November 3, 2024 • Rev. Dr. Craig S. Brown • John 11:32–44

People of faith often talk about how they are different or transformed because of their faith. When times of testing come, however, that faith may not be as important as it seems. This is especially true when we face death. Too often, we face the reality of death in the same way the world does. In this week's episode, Jesus challenges us to a new kind of faith, especially in the face of death.

Preparing for "Caring About What Matters" | Sermon for October 27, 2024

October 20, 2024 • Rev. Dr. Craig S. Brown • John 9:1–12

When something amazing happens, we often first ask how it happened. During a difficult season for us or others we often ask what caused things to be this way. What get's lost here is caring in the moment. In this week's episode Jesus helps us to stay focused on caring for the person right in front of us.