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  • The Twentieth Sunday After Pentecost | Austin Becton
    2024/10/06

    Austin explores judgmentalism within and outside the church, emphasizing its negative impact on societal and personal levels. He highlights the tendency to judge others, the division it causes, and how fear and privilege can influence this behavior. Using biblical references, particularly the story of Jesus and the woman caught in adultery, he calls for a shift from judgment to mercy and grace and urges us to engage in humble and open conversations and to emulate Christ's example of extending grace rather than passing judgment.

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    26 分
  • The Nineteenth Sunday After Pentecost | Austin Becton
    22 分
  • The Eighteenth Sunday After Pentecost | Austin Becton
    2024/09/22

    Austin explores two contrasting views on leadership and success, urging us to consider the values of humility and service over power and ambition. He discusses how divine greatness is found in serving others and references biblical examples to highlight this. He calls for Christians to reassess their ambitions and the impact of their actions on others, promoting unity over division.

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    26 分
  • The Seventeenth Sunday After Pentecost | Eric Willits
    2024/09/15

    Eric discusses the dichotomy of fear and faith in Mark's Gospel, using various biblical examples. The disciples' fear contrasts with Jesus' call for faith, which involves confidence and action. He urges us to evaluate our faith cycles and fears, advocating for action-based faith. He encourages the exploration of fear-driving actions through introspection and making conscious efforts toward faith-driven behaviors.

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    30 分
  • The Sixteenth Sunday After Pentecost | Austin Becton
    2024/09/08

    Austin discusses the chaos in the world and the hope rooted in Isaiah's prophetic vision of restoration. He explores the idea of God bringing life to barren places despite current despair. He encourages us to participate in God's kingdom on earth through acts of restoration, encouragement, and healing. He addresses the struggle of why God seems distant at times but emphasizes the importance of honest relationships and trust in God's promises of total renewal.

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    20 分
  • The Fifteenth Sunday After Pentecost | Austin Becton
    2024/09/01

    Austin discusses the tendency to create curated versions of ourselves on social media and in life, emphasizing the importance of focusing on the heart rather than outward appearances. Using the example of the Pharisees, he highlights how adherence to traditions can overshadow genuine connection with God and others. He encourages listeners to embrace authenticity, loving neighbors, and living out God's love. The sermon concludes with an invitation to the communion table, welcoming attendees in their imperfections as they seek divine grace and transformation.

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    19 分
  • The Fourteenth Sunday After Pentecost | Brain Goodwin
    2024/08/25

    Brian explores the theme of choice in scripture and the nature of God's love. He reflects on how human choices and God's perfect, unwavering love differ. The sermon emphasizes the importance of being open to God's love and the enduring nature of divine love, even when human fidelity wavers. We end with an invitation to embrace God’s love through communion.

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    25 分
  • The Thirteenth Sunday After Pentecost | Andrea Herlong
    2024/08/18

    Andrea discusses the theological significance, historical context, and personal meaning of the Eucharist in the Anglican tradition. We explore John 6:53-59 and connect it to the current practice of communion, highlighting its sacramental value and the transformation it can bring to believers.

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    22 分