by Madison Shockley | Dec 19, 2021 | sermons
Given by Rev. Madison Shockley December 19, 2021 Today we hear one of the birth narratives. Luke’s version differs from Matthew’s. These are not historical accounts. The purpose for Luke’s narrative is so the readers understand the meaning of Jesus...
by Madison Shockley | Dec 12, 2021 | sermons
Given by Rev. Madison Shockley December 12, 2021 The message today is when times are hard, stay close to Jesus. Over the last few years, we have been tested. Life is hard for so many. Each person’s understanding and relationship with Jesus is different and...
by Madison Shockley | Dec 5, 2021 | sermons
Given by Rev. Madison Shockley December 5, 2021 Today’s passage by Luke quotes Isaiah in order to discomfort the Israelites living in the promised land. They needed to be shaken out of their comfort zone. The world was not ready to receive God’s presence....
by Madison Shockley | Nov 28, 2021 | sermons
Given by Rev. Madison Shockley November 28, 2021 The sermon today is inspired by the Ahmaud Arbery verdict. Three men were convicted of his murder. This was a quick decision by the jury. The evidence was clear. Ahmaud was a victim of racist vigilantes who resented...
by Madison Shockley | Nov 21, 2021 | sermons
Given by Rev. Madison Shockley November 21, 2021 When Pontius Pilate asked Jesus if he was King of the Jews, Jesus replied that his kingdom was not from this world. If so, then his followers would be fighting to prevent Jesus from being handed over to Rome. Jesus was...
