by Rev. Madison Shockley | Jun 5, 2016 | sermons
The reading from I Kings 17 talks of the prophet, Elijah. Those who speak truth to power often end up as losers. Even though it is a divine appointment, it is a hard job. The times they live in are filled with terrible events which is why prophets are called. There...
by Rev. Madison Shockley | May 22, 2016 | sermons
The story of Pentecost from the Acts of the Apostles is not an historical event. It is more of a theological event. A declaration of faith so profound that it changed history. The church was forever changed by this multicultural, multiracial, and international idea....
by Rev. Madison Shockley | May 8, 2016 | sermons
Luke regales us with the tale of Paul in Athens during the reading from the Acts of the Apostles. It is one of the most remarkable passages in the bible. It makes us feel as if we are right there listening to Paul give his greatest sermon. We learn that God is not a...
by Rev. Madison Shockley | May 1, 2016 | sermons
Given By Madison Shockley on May 1, 2016 Today’s sermon is based on the reading where Paul is spreading the Gospel throughout Macedonia to the centers of power. His journey was mapped out through a dream of a man calling for help. This brings up the question of...
by Rev. Madison Shockley | Apr 23, 2016 | sermons
Today’s reading comes from the book of Revelations which has inspired the imaginations of countless generations. The question, “Are these the last days?,” has been asked by everyone in every civilization in some form or another. We wonder about the...
