Luke 5:1-11 

The third in the series based on Bishop Robert Schnase’s book, Five Practices of Fruitful Congregations, Dr. Yoost preaches a sermon on “intentional faith development,” entitled “Going Deeper.”  Are we closer to Christ than we were five years ago?  What are we doing that is deliberate, purposeful, and a high priority in order to go deeper in our spiritual lives?  Spiritual growth is too difficult for us to go it alone.  We need others for accountability and support.  Jesus instructed the disciples to “put out into the deep water.”  He instructs us to go deeper in our walk with him as well, that God may form us into the people God intends us to be.

 

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Psalm 84, Exodus 8:1, Luke 10:25-28

Rev. Bogre asks, “What did you expect?”  Have you ever danced the Hokey Pokey at a wedding?  It always ends with putting your whole self in.  Is that how you worship?  Are you all in when you show up at worship on Sunday?  This sermon is about passionate worship.  It’s about worshipping with your whole self in.  I hope this message challenges you to be released from the things that keep you from being all in. 

 

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John 1:35-21 & Romans 15:7

Dr. Charles Yoost preaches on the theme “Facing Outward.”   The first in the series on Five Practices of Faithful Disciples, Dr. Yoost explores the practice of radical hospitality (caring for people and demonstrating genuine love in a way that is dramatically different from the ordinary practice).  Who can you call at 3 o’clock in the morning if you have an emergency?  Are you part of a caring fellowship?  People need what the church has to offer.  Life was meant to be shared!

 

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Isaiah 43:1-7 and Luke 3:15-17, 21-22

Baptism of the Lord - Dr. Yoost preaches on the theme “Water and the Spirit!”   At his baptism, Jesus affirmed his identity and committed himself to fulfilling God’s mission for his life.  When we recall our baptism, we remember that we, also, were created, formed and redeemed by God for a special purpose in this world.  No matter what our calling, we are not alone.  God is always with us. 
 

 

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Isaiah 60:1-6, Matthew 2:1-12

It’s Epiphany and we are celebrating the arrival of the three wise men with their wonderful gifts.  They had reasons for seeking the Christ child.  Herod also had reasons for wanting to seek the Christ child.  I have a question for you.  Rev. Bogre asks, “Why do you seek him?”  This sermon is about wrestling with all of the reasons that we have journeyed to the manger this year.  Remember, once you get to the manger, it is almost impossible to leave the same way you came.

 

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