September 2014
Finding Ourselves in Human Form
September 29, 2014
Philippians gives us insight into Paul's beliefs about the nature of Christ for the continuing community of Christ's followers. Jesus found his unique nature in community with other humans. Jesus's divinity and humanity were both located in relation to other humans. How do we keep relating and committing to one another, so we can find […]
Just Ask Brandon Marshall
September 22, 2014
Matthew 20:1-16 I don't usually offer commentary on the sermons I deliver to churches I serve. But this sermon starts slowly and not particularly well, and there's a reason for that. Fred Craddock, one of the great preachers and teacher of preachers in the United States, tells us that certain sermons should be preached from […]
A Simple Guide to Conflict Resolution
September 7, 2014
Preached September 1, 2014 in Ankeny UCC Matthew 18:15-22