Proclaiming Christ to the generations . . Equipping disciples to transform the world
Sermons by Rev. Eugene W. Matthew
Scripture readings: Nehemiah 8:1–3, 5–6, 8–10, 1 Corinthians 12:12–31a, Luke 4:14–21
Scripture readings: Isaiah 42:1–9, Acts 10:1–15, 21–35, Matthew 3:13–17 Journeying Towards The Promise Land – a chronology of the life of Martin Luther King Jr. and the Civil Rights Movement Human Relations Day
Scripture Readings: Isaiah 43:1–7, Acts 8:14-17, Luke 3:15–17, 21–22
Scripture Readings: Isaiah 60:1–6, Ephesians 3:1–12, Matthew 2:1–12
Scripture Readings – 1 Samuel 2:18–20, 26, Colossians 3:12–17, Luke 2:41–52
Lighting of Advent Candle: Peace Scripture Readings – Malachi 3:1–4, Luke 1:68–79, Luke 3:1–6
Lighting of Advent Candle: Hope Scripture Readings – Jeremiah 33:14–15, 1 Thessalonians 3:11–13, Luke 21:25–36
Lord of all, we become so focused on ourselves sometimes that wedo not see the beauty and hope in front of us. We all face certainhardships in our lives, and we don’t always ask for help orguidance from you, Immanuel, God with us. Help us in ourhardship and selfish ways, O God, as only you…
You are our God, and we are your people and we are grateful thatyou have called us your own. You have set us in the company ofSaints past and present among those who have made bold witnessto your goodness and truth. Your Word opens up a new futurewhere we can see forward. Write the stories…