James 3:13-18; Mark 9:30-37 Ambition fuels human behavior. Many events in people’s lives are motivated by ambition. A shopkeeper strives to find new ways to display goods… read more

Genesis 17:1-10, 15-19; Mark 8:31-38 Most families have a first ancestor, a patriarch or matriarch who founded the clan. It may be the ancestor that first came to these shores… read more

John 4:5-42 The story of the woman at the well is Jesus’ longest conversation with one person in the Gospels. In this story, the woman erects barriers. She finds countless… read more

Acts 1:1-11 Today is one of those relatively obscure Christian holidays of which many are unaware: Ascension Sunday. This is the day in the church calendar when we celebrate the… read more

John 14:15-21 Preaching on Memorial Day weekend is difficult for preachers. A good many of those who attend American worship come with the expectation that the service will, in… read more

3 Weeks Week 1: It's About Trust 1 Corinthians 8:1-13; Mark 1:21-28 What is Christian faith? Is it believing certain creeds, having a moving experience of God’s mercy in… read more