Sermons

Joshua and the Israelites finally arrive at the front of the wall of Jericho. It is a wall that seems impossible to fall down. But God's promise was to hand Jericho to Joshua. Today, we are going to explore how God has been working and His masterplan to keep the promise that God made with Joshua.

In Joshua chapter4, Joshua and the Israelites have finally crossed the Jordan River.  Now, God commands that 12 stones (representing the 12 tribes of Israel) to be picked up from the middle of the Jordan River and to make a memorial so they can remember what God has done for them; the story of their crossing shall be passed onto the future generations.  Today, we learn the importance of remembering—what are we to do with the significant events of our lives? How does remembering impact our faith journey?

Today, we begin our journey through the book of Joshua.  The Israelites are about to end the 4 decades of wandering in the wilderness and finally enter the promise land.  Their great leader Moses has passed away, and God has called Joshua to emerge as the new leader.  We see the importance of going where God is calling to go, and doing what God commands us to do.

In honoring Mother’s Day, we lean into the story of Hannah where she displays incredible strength during her journey of motherhood.  Not only mothers, but all of God’s people can glean from Hannah’s perseverance, faith, obedience and worship.  For those that are weary of waiting or simply struggling to discern what God’s plans are for them can be encouraged and instructed to walk on the path of faith and favor. 

Of all characteristics of our God, is there any more powerful/meaningful than His grace?  We are drawn mostly to His unfailing grace.  When we are at our worst, he meets us with His absolute best.  He waits for us; He scolds us not, He condemns us not.  He reminds us that we are unworthy not worthless.  As He shares His forbearing love with us, so we move toward others with the same love.

On this Palm Sunday, we look in to the scene where Jesus entered the city of Jerusalem where brokenness and despair ruled. He signaled the new heavenly rule—not of earthly power or brute force but He came declaring peace riding on a donkey. People sang praises unto Him, and declared Him as their Lord. What will you do today? Will you declare Jesus Christ as your king?

Evangelism is motivated by love, and love grows out of thankfulness. How can we become more thankful for the Gospel over time?