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Sermons @ Shepherd

Sep 30, 2019

John Newton, the slave-trader-turned-evangelist and author of "Amazing Grace" understood the transforming power of Christ. If we know Jesus, we know grace, a grace beyond our theologies, dogmas, and understanding. John 1:14-18.


Sep 25, 2019

Joy is often part of the selfie; after all, who posts pictures of themselves bored, angry, or sad. True joy comes from God - it is one of the fruits of the Spirit. The seed of joy is hope, which much be nurtured and cared for to flourish. How will you nurture joy in your life, even amid difficult times? Colossians 1.


Sep 22, 2019

Moving the Ark of the Covenant was a harrowing experience for King David. When he finally brought it into Jerusalem, he was so overcome with joy that he danced before the Lord with all his might. That sacred joy is rooted in the fruits of the Spirit and the promise of hope. How do you celebrate the truth of God's...


Sep 16, 2019

This week we talk about taking the "self" out of "selfie" so that we can die to ourselves and live for Jesus. Jesus says multiple times, "Whoever wants to follow me must deny himself, and take up his cross daily." Romans 12:1-8.


Sep 16, 2019

The Apostle Paul's call to "die daily" is not so much about denying our own needs but about clearing space in our loves so that Christ might love in us. What needs to be cleared out of your life to make room for God? Get busy dying so that we might get busy living.