Jesus — Sermon Topics — St. Paul’s Murfreesboro

Christ, the crucified King

When Jesus came as the Messiah, he came not as a king crowned in glory and military might. Rather, Jesus is the King who overcame the power of sin and death through his own death on the cross. This is why the salvation of the world looks like forgiveness, love, and joy.

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The Fire of God

August 18, 2019 The Rev. Colin Ambrose Jesus, Redemption Luke

Jesus says that he comes to bring fire to the earth. How do we find hope in these words?

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Jesus gives us that simple invitation: Follow Me

June 30, 2019 The Rev. Colin Ambrose Jesus, The Way Luke

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Jesus Heals the Gerasene Demoniac

June 23, 2019 The Rt. Rev. John Bauerschmidt Jesus, Renewal Luke

“Return to your home, and declare how much God has done for you.”

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The Lament over Jerusalem

March 17, 2019 The Rev. Dr. Bob Abstein Christian Hope, Jesus Luke

The one who comes in the name of the Lord will hold up to the people a vision of hope, liberation, and justice for the poor. This has always been the vision of God.

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The Way of Jesus

March 10, 2019 The Rev. Colin Ambrose Jesus, The Way Luke

Early Christians were known as “People of the Way.” In our reading, Jesus teaches us three aspects of his way: 1) We do not live on bread alone, 2) We worship God, and serve only Him, and 3) We do not test the Lord our God.

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Blessings and Woes

February 17, 2019 The Rev. Dr. Bob Abstein Christian Life, Jesus Luke

The poor can help us see the need for a power greater than ourselves to heal us and give us happiness and meaning. They help us come to the day when we will clearly see the source of this power: Jesus, the Christ, our Savior.

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