Pastor Bob explores the mystery of the ascension and explains why this is a significant Christian holy day...and good news, too!
Keeping Up With God's Welcome | Bob Reid
Pastor Bob reflects on a passage from Ephesians and the constant work that the early church finds itself doing: keeping up with the hospitality of God.
The Lord is my Shepherd | Bob Reid
In this homily, Bob ties Psalm 23 to a passage in Acts 9 wherein Tabitha is raised from the dead. Tabitha is a leader in the church. God provides miraculously for the provision of the church by raising her from the dead. God provides a way forward for the community of faith throughout time.
God has no Enemies | Caleb Schut
Caleb preaches on Saul's conversion, a story that shows that even when we position ourselves against God, God does not regard us as enemies.
A Small Act of Resurrection
Has Easter really happened? In this homily, Caleb explores the response of the disciples to Jesus and tells a story of resurrection hope.
God Raised Him on the Third Day | Bob Reid
Bob explores the resurrection by looking at the impact it had on his closest followers. Primarily, Bob notes how the resurrection was the first fruits of God's extravagant love that does not show partiality.
The Whole House Smelled Like Perfume | Bob Reid
Mary breaks open a jar of expensive perfume on Jesus fit and the entire house is filled with the scent. Bob explores this story from John which features one of the most poignant and beautiful images of Christian worship.
The Narrow Door | Caleb Schut
Caleb picks up in Luke 13 where a man asks, “will only a few be saved?” Jesus answer includes a narrow door and has been quoted and misunderstood by so many.
Asking the Wrong Questions | Caleb Schut
In this emotional homily, Caleb explores a passage in Luke where the crowd is asking if deaths in the news were the punishment of God. Jesus makes it clear that the crowd is asking the wrong questions. In the wake of the shooting in Christchurch, New Zealand, the questions of the crowd are relevant and moving. Jesus response to their questions is equally moving.
The Gift of Jesus' Faithfulness | Bob Reid
On the first Sunday of Lent, Bob explores the story of Jesus’ temptation in the wilderness.