Dr. Christopher Graham Pentecost +19 2026 – Flourishing in ChristDr. Christopher GrahamIsaiah 5:1-7, Psalm 80, Philippians 3:14-21, Matthew 21:33-44 “When the season for fruit drew near, he sent his servants to the tenants to get his fruit.” Two weeks ago, you may remember, we were in the vineyard of Matthew 20 along with the master, the oikodespotes, whose mercy is so extravagant…
A circle of friends on pilgrimage for the love of God
A circle of friends on pilgrimage for the love of God
Sermons on Christ the King
Rev. Doug Floyd Pentecost +18 2026Rev. Doug FloydEzekiel 37:15-28, Psalm 25, Philippians 2:1-13, Matthew 21:28-32 “He leads the humble in what is right, and teaches the humble his way. All the paths of the Lord are steadfast love and faithfulness, for those who keep his covenant and his testimonies.” (Psalm 25:9–10, ESV) We are following the leader. At times, He will lead…
Rev. Doug Floyd Pentecost +11 2026 Our God ReignsRev. Doug FloydPsalm 29 The voice of the Lord is over the waters;The voice of the Lord is powerful;The voice of the Lord is full of majesty;The voice of the Lord breaks the cedars;The voice of the Lord flashes forth flames of fire;The voice of the Lord shakes the wilderness;“The voice of the Lord…
Rev. Doug Floyd Advent 2, 2025Rev. Doug FloydIsaiah 11:1-10, Psalm 72, Romans 15:1-13, Matthew 3:1-12 This week and next week, our Gospel readings focus on John the Baptist. He is the herald of the coming Messiah. Alongside John the Baptist, we are waiting for the coming of the king. We are waiting for the coming of Jesus the Christ. Our psalm today…
Rev. Doug Floyd Pentecost +9 2025 – Christ is the centerRev. Doug FloydColossians 2:16-23 Last week, Fr. Les reminded us of the center of Colossians. In chapter 2, verse six and seven we read, Therefore, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live your lives in him, rooted and built up in him and firm in your faith just…
Rev. Doug Floyd Easter 5 2025Rev. Doug FloydRevelation 19 Kelly and I were talking the other night about her job. She’s worked with the same company for many years. During that time, she’s come in contact and befriended people throughout the organization. She told she’s seen many people who once were passionate about their work have grown weary. They’ve lost their joy.…
Rev. Doug Floyd Christ the King 2024Rev. Doug FloydDaniel 7:9-14, Psalm 93, Revelation 1:1-8, John 18:33-37 A few years ago, I saw a bumper sticker that said, “Jesus is coming look busy.” And also, “Jesus is coming and he is p*&#ed.” A more Evangelical version has been, “He came as a lamb the first time. When returns, he will come as a…
Christ the KingRev. Doug FloydMatthew 25:31-46 Then the King will say to those on his right, ‘Come, you who are blessed by my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world.[1] The kingdom has come. The King reigns. His glory shines on earth as it is in heaven. Today we reflect on what we might call a…
Rev. Doug Floyd Easter 2023Rev. Doug FloydMatthew 28:1-10 I read an Epiphany poem this week that spoke to me deeply about our Easter celebration. This is Epiphany poem by George Mackay Brown. Epiphany Poem The red kingCame to a great water. He said,Here the journey ends.No keel or skipper on this shore. The yellow kingHalted under a hill. He said,Turn the camels…
Maundy Thursday 2023Rev. Dr. Les MartinJohn 13:1-5 In the name of the living God, Father, Son and the Holy Spirit, amen. During the years that Kate and I lived in Nigeria, there was a story that often repeated itself. Sometimes at the market, sometimes at the bank, sometimes in a government queue. We’d be waiting patiently and a man, it was almost…