Sermons on Spiritual Growth
New Times and Old Times
In this Black History Month reflection, Rev. David Harris reflects on the tension and responsibility of speaking from a white perspective while lifting up the urgency of justice, equality, and diverse voices. Drawing on history, scripture, and personal experience, he challenges systems of racism, exclusion, and oppression, presents Jesus as a disruptor of unjust social orders, and calls Christians to a costly discipleship rooted in compassion, solidarity with the marginalized, nonviolence, and hope sustained by the Spirit.
Who Do We Listen To? – Choosing the Way of Grace
In times of difficulty and tension, voices clamor for our attention: voices of fear, anger, suspicion, pride. Yet there stands another voice—the gentle angel on our shoulder—whispering truths of grace, mercy, and love. Whose voice will guide our steps when the road is hard? Our task is to listen to the better angels—the Spirit’s fruit that ripens in dark seasons. May we learn to choose grace, to choose mercy, to choose Jesus in a world divided by strife.
The Long Road Ahead
The road ahead for today’s church leaders is a long one, but it is doable with God’s help. It calls for open ears, humble hearts, strength, patience, and resilience.
God of Our Past, Present and Future
We step into the new year with gratitude and hope, believing God continues to call us toward love, justice, compassion, and community.
Keep Your Eyes Open and Stay Alert
Pastor Ron emphasizes the importance of spiritual vigilance, hope, and readiness for the coming of Jesus Christ, while also highlighting lessons from scripture and contemporary challenges faced by our congregation.
Give Thanks to the King
A reflective and uplifting message for Christ the King Sunday, exploring the close of the church year as a moment for gratitude, reflection, and hopeful new beginnings. Pastor Ron connects personal growth, congregational transition, and spiritual wisdom to encourage us through times of change.
An Opportunity to Testify
“Is God good all the time?” Amidst the presence of suffering, injustice, and hardship in the world, God’s goodness is constant. Despite the brokenness of the world, we are encouraged as believers to maintain faith and endurance during difficult times.
Enemies of Our Faith
In Matthew 14:13-33, Jesus performs the miracle of feeding 5,000 people and subsequently walks on water to meet His disciples amid a storm. Pastor Ron uses this biblical narrative to explore themes of faith versus fear, trust in God during transitions, and the importance of spiritual focus and courage.
Take Notice
Jesus warns of the great judgment awaiting those who ignore the poor and the suffering. Hear Christ’s challenge to open our eyes, act with compassion, and live with mercy.
The Seed, the Soil and the Soul; Mama’s Garden
Chaplain Anne Owens delivers a sermon and a song, reflecting on the sacred cycles of sowing and reaping—Our Creator’s promise woven into the very rhythm of creation and the hope of life renewed. – from September 14, 2025.
The Cost of Disicpleship
When Christ calls us into the Kingdom, no longer should there be any issues in our lives that rival the will of God. Our families, our homes, our professions and our lifestyles should come second, only to Christ. – Rev. Dr. Ron Hankins’ sermon from September 7, 2025.
Nobody’s Fault But Mine
Let us remember that the fight for justice, peace, and love is not someone else’s responsibility; it is ours. We cannot afford to sit idly by while injustice prevails or hatred spreads. It is nobody’s fault but ours if we fail to act. Let us commit ourselves to pursuing justice, embracing peace, and cultivating love in every aspect of our lives.