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Free Finance Workshop on February 13
Wednesday, January 27th, 2010
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“Where is God in a Recession”
Tuesday, January 19th, 2010 A new sermon series begins on January 24. We will ask the question “Where is God in a recession?
” This sermon series will explore some of the lessons that we can learn about God and about ourselves in the midst of the second worst economic downturn in the last century. If you or someone you love has been affected by the struggling economy, come and find comfort, wisdom and strength. Where is God in a recession. The new sermon series at Light of the Canyon United Methodist Church.
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“Contentment”
Saturday, February 6th, 2010St. Augustin
e once prayed to God that “our hearts are restless until they find their rest in you.” We have become a society of restless hearts. We have come to pursue the wrong things, more stuff, more money, more of everything. And we have forgotten patience. We have become like the writer of Ecclesiastes. The recession has made all to clear, however, that this is “chasing after wind.” The time has come to learn contentment, not as the world gives, but as only God can give.
For a video or audio recording of this sermon, follow this link.
“The American Dream”
Sunday, January 31st, 2010We hear th
e phrase “The American Dream” all of the time. It is conjured up as some bucolic image of hearth, home and community. But, lately, the image of the American Dream has changed. In the past decade, the image has shifted to one of (over) consumption. The American Dream has come to mean, I have a right to have whatever I want to have whenever I want to have it. This has led to some serious financial problems for a lot of people. What do we do when our American Dream becomes, to quote Pastor Adam Hamilton, “an American nightmare”?
For a video or audio recording of this sermon, follow this link.
“Enough”
Saturday, January 23rd, 2010Today, we b
egin asking the question, “Where is God in a recession?” This is a question that weighs on many of our hearts because everyone is affected when the economy is down. But, if we are truly going to seek God in the midst of our current financial crisis, then perhaps the first place that we should look is ourselves. What behavior and attitudes in us have brought us to this place. What can we learn about ourselves, (and possibly change) from the recession? Sometimes, it all comes down to one question. How much is enough?
For a video or audio recording of this sermon, follow this link.
Haiti Relief
Tuesday, January 19th, 2010The earthquake
in Haiti was devastating. Some estimate that the death toll be above 200,00 people. Thousan
ds upon thousands are homeless and without food or the basic necessities of life. Please keep the people of Haiti and those providing relief in your prayers. It is time for the church to respond by sharing God’s love with those that have suffered so much. Follow this link if you would to donate to the relief effort in Haiti.
“Thank You for Being a Friend”
Sunday, January 17th, 2010In the st
ory of the man who was healed by Jesus when his friends lowered him through the roof on a stretcher, we often focus on the miraculous healing. But, Jesus himself says that it is the faith of the man’s friends that made him well. What kind of friend are we? Are we someone that will go out of our way to share the love of God with others? Or do we “hide it under a bushel.” The world is in need of healing. And Christians should be about seeking solutions, not lamenting our limitations.
For a video or audio recording of this sermon, follow this link.
“Come and See”
Tuesday, January 12th, 2010
Today, we heard about how Philip invited Nathanael to “come and see” Jesus. He did not answer all of Nathanael’s questions, or et involved in a debate, he simply extended an invitation. That is the heart of Christian evangelism. We are called to invite others to “come and see” what God is doing in our midst.
For a video or audio recording of this sermon, follow this link.
“Help”
Saturday, January 2nd, 2010Today, we are beginning a new sermon series entitled “Heroes.” Why is a man who cries out to Jesus, “help my unbelief” a hero of our faith? Becau
se he did not run away from Christ in shame when he felt that his faith was not enough. He ran to Christ in hope, proclaiming his desire and need for Christ’s help. Sometimes, that is enough.
For a video or audio recording of this sermon, follow this link.
Who Am I
Sunday, December 27th, 2009When Jon asked if I would preach for him today, I was excited and scared and nervous, but mostly excited…at first. Then when it really sank in, I thought to myself, “But it’s just me. Who am I that I should get up in front of you to bring you God’s message? What message would I bring? Where do I start?”
For a video or audio recording of this sermon, follow this link.
