Church of the Messiah UMC
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Regrets are like belly buttons. Everyone has one. It’s not possible to live without regret. It IS possible to live wisely, focusing our lives in God’s direction with God’s help (what Jesus calls the “narrow gate”). As we do so, we find meaning
Words are like seeds. Planted in the soil of hearts and minds, they grow, and eventually, bear fruit - for better or worse. So it’s wise to be careful with our words, because our words have the power of life, and death. Words have a profound im
Words are like seeds. Planted in the soil of hearts and minds, they grow, and eventually, bear fruit - for better or worse. So it’s wise to be careful with our words, because our words have the power of life, and death. Words have a profound im
The Book of Proverbs reads like a laundry list of “dos” and “don’ts”, or a catalog of “always” and “never” statements. Yet it’s far more than that – it's a heartfelt letter from a father to his son, crafted to guide him towards a wise and fulfi
He is Risen!This week in worship we continue to celebrate the reality of resurrection in our lives as we begin a sporadic series: “The Character of God.” Character of God Sundays are rooted in Exodus 34:6-7 and will occur from time to time
Last night was a sacred gathering as we observed Good Friday in solemn reflection and worship. Through our service, "A Service of Shadows," we deeply contemplated Jesus Christ's profound sacrifice. Indeed, Good Friday's significance is fully re
This week we begin a series of worship experiences that help us make the journey from Palm Sunday, through the Last Supper, Crucifixion, and, ultimately, to a celebration of resurrection on Easter Sunday. We’ll remember Jesus’ entrance into Jer
During Lent we have explored various facets of our faithfulness: abiding in Christ, margins that guide our days, connections that enrich our lives, and joy that can fill our hearts in every season of life. Throughout this conversation, we’ve in
Ever leave home without your cell phone? Did you leave it behind on purpose, or leave it behind in a moment of distraction? Now and then I jump in the car to run an errand, or even to come to the church, and leave my phone laying on my desk at
Margin. It’s the space between our load and our limits. Margin - it’s a concept virtually unknown to many of us, and certainly unknown to the world in which we live. We can do anything, be anywhere, know anything – and so we do. Living without
The relentless pace of modern life severs our connections – with God, with others, and even with ourselves. Living in the manner of Jesus necessitates a radical departure from the constant hurry that defines our existence. It demands a delibera
Over the course of the past few weeks, we have explored the story of beginnings found in the early chapters of Genesis. We’ve asked questions: Why is there something and not nothing? What are we here for? Why it the world so broken? We’ve learn
This Sunday as we delve deeper into our ongoing sermon series on Genesis, "In The Beginning…". We will be focusing our attention on Genesis 3:1-13 and exploring the theme, "A World So Broken."
There's a point and a purpose to every life. Each of ours, all of ours. The question is, what? What are we 'supposed' to be doing with our lives? Ask any influencer, politician, employer, and they'll have a ready-made answer. This Sunday, let's
The beginning of the Bible is a carefully crafted story about God creating and ordering the whole cosmos. The first three chapters of Genesis reveal why God creates, what the creation is for, how the creation got off track, and about God’s grac
You may have heard the song “Do You Hear What I Hear?” several times over the past few weeks. Whenever I hear it I think of Bing Crosby crooning “Do you see what I see … a star, a star, dancing in the night ...” While this tune has become a Chr
Have you ever planted a seed? The soil must be prepared, fertilized, watered. The seed placed at just the right depth. Then, the waiting while the seed germinates in secret. One day – hello there! – the seed sprouts and a plant begins to grow a
“No vacancies,” the sign on the inn reads. And though Jesus comes into the world in a crowded, unexpected place, God makes room. God is always making room in crowded, unexpected places. That’s what Jesus’ birth story is about – God making room
Following the birth of his son, Zechariah sings a song of praise for God’s protection and promise. After Elizabeth proclaims God’s blessing upon Mary, Mary sings a song of hope in God’s liberating freedom. As we prepare for Christ’s birth, may
Have you noticed? Children see the world differently. For a child, a ladybug is a miracle. A pine tree is a wonder. Water isn’t for hydration but for joyous exploration! As adults, we too often forget this language of awe and wonder. When we fo
We see in the story of Mary and Elizabeth that joy often expands in connection and community. When we can't rejoice, we can carry one another’s joy. This is what Elizabeth and Mary do for one another – as Mary arrives at Elizabeth’s door, the c
There's power in naming a thing – a truth, a feeling, a dream. There's power, as we begin the season of Advent, in naming the weariness we carry around with us. Strained relationships, global insecurity, flagging health, loss of direction, perv
There's a lot to be said about the good old days - the way things used to be. It's easy to remember, and to long to go back to how it was when we were kids, when life was easier. When we follow Jesus, remembering is for one purpose - to be remi
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