Pentecost +14Rev. Doug FloydRomans 12:1-8 Jesus calls us to take up our cross and follow Him. What does that look like? Every Easter, we hear stories of some people who take this literally and are crucified. In college, I thought I was called to be a martyr, but I was called to die daily. Our second lesson offers some clarification on that…
A circle of friends on pilgrimage for the love of God
A circle of friends on pilgrimage for the love of God
Sermons on Worship
A Song of PraisePentecost +2 2022Rev. Doug FloydZechariah 12:8-10, 13:1, Psalm 63, Galatians 3:23-29, Luke 9:18-24 King David is on the run. His kingdom is divided against itself. His son Absalom has taken over the Holy City and turned part of the people against him. Some of his beloved friends have joined Absalom. As David…
Easter 2 2022Rev. Doug FloydActs 5:12–29, Psalm 111, Revelation 1:1-19, John 20:19–31 We are in the days of hilarious celebration. Eastertide is a time for feasting, laughter and even jokes. In the Resurrection of Jesus Christ we rejoice in the one-time event of Jesus conquering sin and death in the grave. At the same time,…
Song Across the Ages Pentecost 16A Rev. Doug Floyd (this is a transcript of audio) In the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, Amen. Throughout the season of Pentecost, we have been meditating in various ways upon the role of discipleship. Last week, had brought a convicting word about forgiveness…
Worship and Doubt Rev. Doug Floyd Matthew 28:16-20 Over the years, I have often dreamed of houses that seem small, but when I step through the door they seem much larger on the inside. There is no end to hallways and room and places to explore. I begin walking through the house and keep discovering…
Training Our Lips For Joy Easter 2 2017 Rev. Doug Floyd Psalm 111 This is the day that the Lord has made. I will rejoice and be glad in it. We are standing, living, celebrating the joyous day of of the Lord. The day of resurrection. The first day of new creation. The beginning of…