Rev. Tom Shinkle preaches about the theological and historical explanation for baptism. In the end, it is about God's work in you to bring you more deeply into the family of God and a proclamation of the faith you possess. This moving sermon led into Grand View's first "Baptism Sunday" with full immersion baptism.
By Water and the Spirit
Baptism Sunday
May 22, 2022 • Rev. Tom Shinkle • John 3:1–18, Ezekiel 36:24–28
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Uncharted Territory: Traveling Together
November 6, 2022 • Rev. Tom Shinkle • 1 Corinthians 11:23–31, Luke 6:31–38
Rev. Tom takes time on this communion Sunday to look at our call to not only receive grace and mercy from God - but to also give it. When you are in situations where you feel out of control, confused, frustrated, or worried - are you showing the same kind of love, grace, and forgiveness that God shows you? And, as Grand View and other United Methodist Churches look at their future - how can we have tough conversations with this type of 'map' of how to interact with others?
Copperheads and Arsenic
October 9, 2022 • Rev. Tom Shinkle • Mark 16:15–18, 2 Timothy 3
As Grand View finishes up reading the Gospel of Mark as part of Grand View Reads, Rev. Tom Shinkle looks at some challenging teaching from Jesus in the end of this book. What does it mean for Jesus' followers to be able to withstand snakes and poison? Rev. Tom look at this call and promise from Jesus as an invitation and reminder that with God, you can handle any of the poison and evil that is found around you in this world.
The Main Thing
October 2, 2022 • Rev. Tom Shinkle • Romans 14:14–19, Matthew 23:1–28
On this World Communion Sunday 2022, Rev. Tom reminds us of the importance of communion - not just the bread and juice - but what they represent. The main thing for the church is to help people be in connection with God and with God's people. Starting today, may we be reminded that all we do must move people into deeper connection.