Sermons by Minister Lea Gilmore
Open Doors, Open Hearts, Open Souls – Welcoming the Stranger
In a world that often divides us, the call to embrace those who are different from us is not just a suggestion; it is a command rooted deeply in scripture. This command is not merely about hospitality; it is about recognizing our shared humanity. Jesus identifies Himself with the immigrant, the marginalized. When we welcome the stranger, we are not just serving them; we are serving Christ Himself. – Govans’ Minister for Racial Justice and Multicultural Engagement, Lea Gilmore’s sermon…
Jubilant Justice, Powerful Peace & Radical Love
As we celebrate the dedication of the new sanctuary artwork, join Minister of Racial Justice and Multicultural Engagement, Lea Gilmore as she reflects on Jesus’ call to practice a powerful peace, seek jubilant justice and embrace a radical love! – Sermon from Sanctuary City Parts I & II dedication service on Sunday, February 9, 2025.
Where is My Faith?
Knock knock…the Lord is calling! Listen as Minister Lea Gilmore emphasizes the power of faith, private prayer, and active engagement with God’s Word in overcoming life’s challenges and following Jesus faithfully. – Minister Lea Gilmore’s sermon from October 27, 2024.
Minister Lea Gilmore’s Sermon – July 28, 2024
Minister Lea Gilmore explores Lamentations 3:21-24 as we remember how to retain hope in a world that often feels hopeless. From this scripture, Lea touches on the importance of grieving and lamenting and keeping faith and hope when the world around us tries to tell us that there is no light in the darkness. – Sermon from July 28, 2024.
Celebrate Juneteenth!
We celebrate freedom, equity, and justice in honor of the federal Juneteenth holiday. Minister Lea Gilmore’s sermon on 2 Corinthians 3:17-20: “Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom.”
The Power of Pentecost
Minister Lea Gilmore explores the purpose and power of celebrating Pentecost. What does it mean to truly and fundamentally understand this story and how we should never reject the power of the Holy Spirit?
Who Do You Say I Am?
Minister Lea Gilmore explores Mark 8:27-30, where Jesus asks, “Who do you say I am?” Delving into this passage, Lea will unpack its significance for our identity as a church and as children of God. – Minister Lea Gilmore’s sermon from March 17, 2024.
You Are “Wonderfully Made” by God
Min. Lea Gilmore explores what it really means to be “fearfully and wonderfully made”, as well as living encouraging us to live an authentic life.
Embracing Joy and Living a Persistent Faith
Minister Lea Gilmore discusses I Thessalonians 3:6-13 as a call to live a persistent faith, embrace joy in living, and dedicate ourselves to doing good in the world. You (Yes, you!) are a beautiful child of God whose good works impact us all. Let’s receive it and believe it.
Live a Courageous Christianity
Minister Lea Gilmore speaks on being courageously Christian (not Christian nationalist) no matter where you find yourself. Hint: we should strive to choose love.
“To Sin or Not to Sin?”…that is the question
What is sin? What does it mean to be “free from sin?” While God does indeed cover us with grace, it does not give us permission to embrace sin (however we define it). Yet, are we inherently sinful by nature? Oh, the confusion! Join us as Minister Lea Gilmore reflects upon this complex passage which scholars spend a lifetime trying to understand. – Sermon from May 21, 2023
Consenting to God
Minister Lea Gilmore preaching on the themes of baptism by water, fire, and the Holy Spirit based on Matthew 3:1-17. How are we called to consent to God?