by Madison Shockley | Mar 27, 2022 | sermons
Given by Rev. Madison Shockley March 27, 2022 Our readings today are part of the hidden gospels. The question most people don’t ask is who edited the Bible. This editing was a historical process over several centuries. There are many writings that were not...
by Madison Shockley | Feb 27, 2022 | sermons
Given by Rev. Madison Shockley February 27, 2022 This is a time to stand up and raise our heads. Redemption is a popular theme in both the Hebrew and Christian faiths. In ancient times, the first of everything was given to God – crops, animals, and first-born...
by Madison Shockley | Jun 6, 2021 | sermons
Given by Rev. Madison Shockley June 6, 2021 Our reading today talks about who would be considered part of our family. The answer is anyone who does the will of God. Jesus redefined relationships. He broke down hierarchy, blood, and nationality. Faith is thicker than...
by Madison Shockley | Feb 28, 2021 | sermons
Given by Rev. Madison Shockley February 28, 2021 The further we go in the Lenten season, the higher the stakes become. Jesus is concerned with more profound dimensions of self-denial. He wants to know what you are willing to give up for your life and follow him. It is...
by Madison Shockley | Jan 17, 2021 | sermons
Given by Rev. Madison Shockley January 17, 2021 Today is Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday. We are also getting ready to celebrate the inauguration of a new president. In our reading today, Jesus tells his disciples that if they continue doing his work, then...
