Scripture: Colossians 3:12-17 Do you ever wonder whether Paul is making sense or not? I will read the list of sexual & speech-related misbehavior in 3:5-9. Then I will read verses 12-17. < > Now, ask yourself this: suppose there was a town (town A) in which everybody behaved in the way described in verses 5-9. And suppose, a few miles down the road, there was another town (town B) where everybody behaved in the way described in verses 12-17. Which town would you rather li

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-7 This is the third of our Advent sermons based on some of the gifts of Christmas. We have looked at hope & being prepared for the return of Jesus Christ. Last week I spoke about love. Jesus, according to the apostle John, was “love incarnate,” God’s love in human form. Next week we will focus on peace. Today, our focus in on joy; specifically on Paul’s admonition to the church in Philippi - & by extension to us – to rejoice always. Or as the Co

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-11 Eternal Light of the world, you have promised to live among us, to save your people from fear, oppression & death. Open our hearts to the wisdom of your holy Word, that we may see & hear & feel your presence in our lives. Amen. A young man’s fiancé had broken off their engagement. But a couple of months later, he received the following letter from her: “Dearest Jimmy, No words could ever express the great unhappiness I have felt since breaking