The Way of Jesus

Ephesians 6:13-17, on being and becoming the People of God

Sermon Audio: 11.20.11

(click the above link to listen to November 20th's sermon or right click and select to download the mp3 file to your computer.)

Here is the scripture for the morning: 

¹³ Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand. ¹⁴ Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in place, ¹⁵ and with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace. ¹⁶ In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one. ¹⁷ Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.  Ephesians 6:13-17

Grace and peace ~ David

Ephesians 6:12, On Being and Becoming the People of God

Sermon Audio: 11.13.11

(Click the above link to listen to November 13th's sermon or right click and select to download the mp3 file to your computer)

Here is the scripture passage:  "For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms." Ephesians 6:12

Two diversionary tactics of the powers: 1) Be Unaware, 2) Fight the wrong battle.  Your fight is not with people...

Grace and peace,

David

Column: Christian politics, unholy alliances – USATODAY.com

They are at it again. Republican presidential candidates are trolling for conservative Christian votes. Christian political organizers are trolling for Republican candidates' attention. (The next occasion will be the Republican candidate debate sponsored by The Family Leader in two weeks at a church in Des Moines.) The Democrats, too, will make some effort to join this game, as they did in the 2008 cycle.

via www.usatoday.com

This column by David Gushee is worth reading from USA Today. I like Gushee's work and in this column he addresses a huge problem very well. His conclusions are understandable but for me need more nuance and depth. Check it out. Your comments are welcome.

Ephesians 6:11, On Being and Becoming the People of God

Sermon Audio 10.30.11

(click the above link to listen to October 30th's sermon or right click and select to download mp3 file to your computer.)

From the scripture from the morning, I focussed on three words regarding three dramatic acts that we would perform as a congregation -- Baptism, Eucharist/Communion, and Offering.

Here is the passage:  "Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes"  Ephesians 6:11

Grace and peace,

David