Sermons on The Gospel
What Must I Do to Be Saved?
Drawing on Acts 2 and Pentecost, the Rev. Dr. Roslyn Sellman describes God’s spirit as confronting empire and resisting erasure by meeting people in their own language and culture. The message emphasizes that transformation begins not through assimilation, but through honoring identity and authenticity.
Akilah Atkinson’s Sermon from April 12, 2026
Jesus’s resurrection is more than a moment in history—it’s a revolutionary, ongoing act that continues to shape our lives today. In this message, we explore how the risen Christ brings peace in the midst of fear, empowers us to stand against evil with courage and purpose, and offers grace that sustains us even in seasons of doubt. Together, these themes invite us into a life marked by hope, boldness, and active faith—reflecting the transformative power of the resurrection in both…
Rev. Dr. Jerrett Hansen
Rev. Dr. Jerrett Hansen reflects on the struggles of today’s church and calls for a return to the heart of Jesus’s message—authentic relationship, healing, and grace. Grounded in the story of the Samaritan woman at the well, this sermon highlights Jesus’s radical inclusivity and invitation to “living water” as a path toward renewed, life-giving faith. – Sermon from March 8, 2026.
When Love is Your Identity
Guest preacher, Rev. Dr. Roslyn Sellman offers a profound theological reflection on the theme, “When Love Becomes Your Identity.” Drawing from the parable of the Good Samaritan, she explores identity, compassion, and redemption through a deeply biblical lens. The sermon challenges societal and political narratives that restrict belonging, and proclaims the transformative power of love grounded in divine recognition, relationality, and grace. Rev. Dr. Roslyn Sellman leads a multidisciplinary team in delivering comprehensive spiritual support across the continuum of care.…
Repentance: An Important Key to the Kingdom
Death is a common denominator for every living being. Only repentance can bring about eternal life and true repentance involves a major change in one’s spiritual direction. Jesus illustrates the parable of the fig tree to warn us that judgement comes to those who do not repent. – Rev. Dr. Ron Hankins’ sermon from March, 23, 2025.
Rev. Shannon Weston’s Sermon: Sunday, May 5, 2024
The feeding of the 5, 000 – it’s a familiar story, and it’s a great story, but it is because it is a great story that I wonder if its complexity is often overlooked. Luke’s version of the story isn’t in the lectionary, but in it are details about the community and Jesus’s continued empowering ministry that should not be overlooked.
Rev. Shannon Weston – April 14, 2024
Jesus’ work never ended. Still hasn’t. As soon as the same day he had been seen raised in the garden, Jesus found the disciples gathered in a room huddling for fear, all except one, Thomas. The following week, when Jesus returned, Thomas was with them. Jesus apparently knew Thomas was doubtful of the disciples’ report and invited Thomas to inspect his body. But Thomas didn’t need further proof. Jesus then explained the responsibility Jesus was passing on to the disciples…
“Life’s Illusions”
The story of the resurrection of Jesus is not about a single event that happened 2000 years ago to one man. It is the story of how Jesus disciples used the prophetic imagination he taught, to envision a new life and community centered on his living life and ministry. Rev. Harris uses the song “Both Sides Now” by Joni Mitchell as a springboard to talk about how we make life more real and more lasting by infusing it with vision,…
Unmiraculous Miracles
What makes a miracle, well, miraculous? And how might God be inviting us to be part of the miracles in our lives and neighborhoods? In this sermon, we continue our reading through the major leaders and prophets of the Hebrew Bible with the story of Elisha and Naaman from 2 Kings 5. Pastor Billy preaches on the seemingly mundane miracles that can transform the world around us even today.
Are You With Them?
Are we saints? How can we be sure? Is that even the right question to ask? We explore what it might mean to be model Christians as we discuss the story of Peter’s denial of Jesus from the Gospel of Luke. – Pastor Billy’s sermon from November 6, 2022
Easter Sunday Sermon
Happy Easter!
Keep on Gnawing
In John’s gospel, Jesus tells us repeatedly he is the “bread of life,” but how exactly does that work? This Sunday, Pastor Billy will discuss the great bread chapter of John (chapter 6), Passover, manna, feeding the 5,000, and what Jesus’ invitation to carbo-loaded, full life might mean for us today.
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