Standalone Sermons
Messages not attached to a series
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.
Hope or Expectation?
August 28, 2022 • Rev. Tom Shinkle • Mark 10:17–22, Mark 10:46–52
Whether you have kids or not, the back to school season impacts our lives and the life of the church - it serves as a mile marker to the last four months of the year. Rev. Tom looks at this reality and Mark 10 to ask - What are your expectations? and What are your hopes? In this week's message Rev. Tom clearly defines how these two are different and how focusing on one leads to a better, God-centered, fulfilling life.
Lighthouse People
June 12, 2022 • Rev. Tom Shinkle • Matthew 5:13–16, 1 Peter 2:9–12
Rev. Tom uses the inspiration from VBS 2022 and talks about what it means to be lighthouse people. First, we are called to receive the light that God offers us. And then, we are called to share that light with other people.
Remembering Past & Future
May 29, 2022 • Rev. Tom Shinkle • John 9:1–25, Deuteronomy 8:10–14
How do we keep our memories of people alive? We tell the stories. Rev. Tom Shinkle on this Memorial Day weekend looks at the promises and good news of the Christian faith and what the things are we should never forget. Never forget you matter, never forget Jesus died for you, never forget you belong in community, and many more. How do we keep these memories alive? Tell the stories of Jesus and the Christian Community.
By Water and the Spirit
May 22, 2022 • Rev. Tom Shinkle • John 3:1–18, Ezekiel 36:24–28
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.
"You Belong Here"
May 1, 2022 • Rev. Tom Shinkle • Ephesians 2:11–22, Luke 19:1–10
Rev. Tom shares the words God put on his heart this week - "You Belong Here." No matter who you are, where you're from, what differences we have - you belong here - you belong with Jesus, with Jesus' people, and - on this communion Sunday - you belong at Jesus' table. Why? Because People (every person) needs Jesus.
Light Into Dark Spots
January 16, 2022 • Rev. Tom Shinkle • Matthew 22:34–40, Acts 9:1–9
Rev. Tom looks at our natural tendency to have blind spots - in our living and in our faith. What are those things that we may not see clearly, but they are keeping us from Jesus and living the Christian lifestyle? And, how would turning our eyes upon Jesus change us this new year?
Soul Food Cafe: Feeding People
January 9, 2022 • Rev. Tom Shinkle • Matthew 21:18–22, Matthew 21:28–32
As we look at a fresh new year ahead of us, Rev. Tom Shinkle looks at the teachings of Jesus from Matthew 21 and our call to be in mission and ministry in 2022. Are we producing fruit? Are we in action or are we just saying the right things? What will 2022 look like for the Christian Community we call Grand View in three locations?
Moving Forward
October 31, 2021 • Rev. Tom Shinkle • Matthew 11:25–30, Jeremiah 6:16–20
Rev. Tom Shinkle looks at this week's Grand View Reads scripture - Matthew 11 and Jesus call to "Come to Me all who are weary and I will give you rest." What kind of rest was Jesus talking about in this passage? And, what promise does that give to us today when we are feeling beat down, tired, and weary from the world around us?
Confirmed Christians
October 24, 2021 • Rev. Tom Shinkle • Matthew 5:13–16, Matthew 10:26–39
When people see you do they see by your actions that you are a Christian? Rev. Tom follows up Grand View's series on "Narrow Road Rules" by asking that tough question. If Christianity were illegal, would you be arrested and convicted? Or, are you saying one thing and acting another?
Navigating: Compass, Map, Chart
September 5, 2021 • Rev. Tom Shinkle • Matthew 3:13–17, Matthew 4:1–11
Rev. Tom Shinkle continues using navigation themes to look at the importance of two Christian principles in our ability to follow after Jesus and try to live the life he has called us to. The Bible & Christian Community are essential to helping us know the way to living and to stay on the right path.
Your Guiding Star
August 29, 2021 • Rev. Tom Shinkle • Matthew 2:3–12, Galatians 5:13–25
Rev. Tom Shinkle kicks off a new season and a new sermon series by looking at navigation. What are you living and working towards, what directs your way of life? And, what are the navigational tools that help you stay on the right track? The good news for Christians is that we have a clear model in Jesus and the words of God in the bible to help guide our way.