"The Lord's Prayer: Our Daily Bread"
We continue our study of the Lord's Prayer with a look at what it means to ask for "Our Daily Bread."
Monday, November 30, 2009
Sunday, November 29, 2009
The Lord's Prayer: Thy Will be Done - August 2, 2009
"The Lord's Prayer: Thy Will be Done"
Pastor Jon looks at the story of Jonah to help us understand what it means to pray "Thy Will be Done on earth as it is in Heaven."
Pastor Jon looks at the story of Jonah to help us understand what it means to pray "Thy Will be Done on earth as it is in Heaven."
Saturday, November 28, 2009
The Lord's Prayer: Thy Kingdom Come - July 26, 2009
"The Lord's Prayer: Thy Kingdom Come"
Pastor Jon continues to lead us on our journey through the Lord's Prayer, looking this week at what it means for God's Kingdom to come on earth as it is in Heaven.
Pastor Jon continues to lead us on our journey through the Lord's Prayer, looking this week at what it means for God's Kingdom to come on earth as it is in Heaven.
Friday, November 13, 2009
The Lord's Prayer: Hallowed Be Thy Name - July 19, 2009
"The Lord's Prayer: Hallowed Be Thy Name"
We continue our series in the Lord's Prayer by looking at what it means to pray that God's Name would be made holy in our lives.
We continue our series in the Lord's Prayer by looking at what it means to pray that God's Name would be made holy in our lives.
The Lord's Prayer: Our Father - July 12, 2009
"The Lord's Prayer: Our Father"
We begin a series on the Lord's Prayer with a close look at what it means to call God, "Our Father."
We begin a series on the Lord's Prayer with a close look at what it means to call God, "Our Father."
I Corinthians 13 - June 21, 2009
"I Corinthians 13"
Pastor Jon continues this series of familiar passages with a look at "The Love Chapter."
Pastor Jon continues this series of familiar passages with a look at "The Love Chapter."
Thursday, November 12, 2009
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
Sunday, May 03, 2009
Witnesses: Unstoppable - May 3, 2009
Witnesses: Unstoppable
Texts: Psalm 23; John 10:11-18; I John 3:16-14; Acts 4:5-20
In our third lesson in the "Witnesses" series, Pastor Jon looks at the response of Peter and John when they are put on trial for healing the crippled man outside the temple. Like an unstoppable force, Peter and John continue to boldly proclaim salvation in the Name of Jesus. May we be as unstoppable as we give witness to what God has done for us.
Texts: Psalm 23; John 10:11-18; I John 3:16-14; Acts 4:5-20
In our third lesson in the "Witnesses" series, Pastor Jon looks at the response of Peter and John when they are put on trial for healing the crippled man outside the temple. Like an unstoppable force, Peter and John continue to boldly proclaim salvation in the Name of Jesus. May we be as unstoppable as we give witness to what God has done for us.
Sunday, April 26, 2009
Witnesses: Silver & Gold - April 26, 2009
Witnesses: Silver & Gold
Texts: Psalm 84:1-2, 10-12; Luke 24:36-48; I John 3:1-7; Acts 3:1-16
Pastor Jon continues our exploration of the Early Church and what it means to be Jesus' witnesses. Peter and John are not swayed by the crippled man's stated needs, but look to meet his real needs--dignity, respect, the ability to walk, and the knowledge of Jesus. In doing so, not only is the man brought to salvation, but many more are added to their number.
Texts: Psalm 84:1-2, 10-12; Luke 24:36-48; I John 3:1-7; Acts 3:1-16
Pastor Jon continues our exploration of the Early Church and what it means to be Jesus' witnesses. Peter and John are not swayed by the crippled man's stated needs, but look to meet his real needs--dignity, respect, the ability to walk, and the knowledge of Jesus. In doing so, not only is the man brought to salvation, but many more are added to their number.
Sunday, April 19, 2009
Witnesses: Evidence of the Resurrection - April 19, 2009
Witnesses: Evidence of the Resurrection
Texts: Psalm 133; John 20:19-31; I John 1:1-2:2; Acts 1:1-11
During this Annual Pastor's Report, Pastor Jon calls the members and friends of the Cape Elizabeth Church of the Nazarene to a year of intentional witnessing--telling others what God has done for you. This is the first in a five-week series on sharing the Good News of the Gospel.
Texts: Psalm 133; John 20:19-31; I John 1:1-2:2; Acts 1:1-11
During this Annual Pastor's Report, Pastor Jon calls the members and friends of the Cape Elizabeth Church of the Nazarene to a year of intentional witnessing--telling others what God has done for you. This is the first in a five-week series on sharing the Good News of the Gospel.
Monday, April 13, 2009
Easter: Walking on the Road - April 12, 2009
Easter: Walking on the Road
Texts: Psalm 118:1-17; Isaiah 25:6-9; I Corinthians 5:6b-8; Luke 24:13-35; Psalm 23:4
On this Easter Morning, Pastor Jon looks at the journey of the disciples along the Road to Emmaus, and how they went from disbelief and doubt to fully experiencing the resurrected Christ. No matter what road you are on today, the Risen Christ walks with you, desires to be recognized by you, and desires to bring you redemption and grace.
Texts: Psalm 118:1-17; Isaiah 25:6-9; I Corinthians 5:6b-8; Luke 24:13-35; Psalm 23:4
On this Easter Morning, Pastor Jon looks at the journey of the disciples along the Road to Emmaus, and how they went from disbelief and doubt to fully experiencing the resurrected Christ. No matter what road you are on today, the Risen Christ walks with you, desires to be recognized by you, and desires to bring you redemption and grace.
Sunday, April 05, 2009
Spring Training: The Poor, Humble, and Afflicted Entry - April 5, 2009
Spring Training: The Poor, Humble, and Afflicted Entry
Texts: Psalm 118:1-2, 19-29; Isaiah 50:4-9a; Philippians 2:5-11; Mark 11:1-11; Zechariah 9:9-10
Pastor Jon takes a look at three specific times in the Gospels where Jesus offered us a picture of how the Kingdom of God stands in stark contrast to the kingdom of this world.
Texts: Psalm 118:1-2, 19-29; Isaiah 50:4-9a; Philippians 2:5-11; Mark 11:1-11; Zechariah 9:9-10
Pastor Jon takes a look at three specific times in the Gospels where Jesus offered us a picture of how the Kingdom of God stands in stark contrast to the kingdom of this world.
Sunday, March 22, 2009
Spring Training: A Kernel of Wheat - March 22, 2009
Spring Training: A Kernel of Wheat
Texts: Psalm 51:7-12; Jeremiah 31:31-34; Hebrews 5:5-10; John 12:20-33; I Corinthians 15:20-23; Romans 8:23; James 1:18
Pastor Jon explores Jesus' teaching during Holy Week, about the Kernel of Wheat that must die and be planted in order to bring forth a great harvest. Listen to how the events of Holy Week and Pentecost may have been superimposed on the traditional Jewish Feast of First Fruits. Consider how we might participate in the spreading of the Gospel through giving of ourselves.
Texts: Psalm 51:7-12; Jeremiah 31:31-34; Hebrews 5:5-10; John 12:20-33; I Corinthians 15:20-23; Romans 8:23; James 1:18
Pastor Jon explores Jesus' teaching during Holy Week, about the Kernel of Wheat that must die and be planted in order to bring forth a great harvest. Listen to how the events of Holy Week and Pentecost may have been superimposed on the traditional Jewish Feast of First Fruits. Consider how we might participate in the spreading of the Gospel through giving of ourselves.
Monday, March 16, 2009
Spring Training: Snakes on the Ground - March 15, 2009
Spring Training: Snakes on the Ground
Texts: Psalm 107:1-3, 17-22; Ephesians 2:1-10; Numbers 21:4-9; John 3:14-21; Psalm 121; Hebrews 12:1-3
Pastor Jon shares his own personal dislike for snakes, and helps us understand what it might have been like for the Israelite children to walk through a desert infested with poisonous snakes. Jesus revisits this story in John chapter 3, helping us to understand that the solution to our problems is to get our eyes off from ourselves, and to fix them upon Jesus.
Texts: Psalm 107:1-3, 17-22; Ephesians 2:1-10; Numbers 21:4-9; John 3:14-21; Psalm 121; Hebrews 12:1-3
Pastor Jon shares his own personal dislike for snakes, and helps us understand what it might have been like for the Israelite children to walk through a desert infested with poisonous snakes. Jesus revisits this story in John chapter 3, helping us to understand that the solution to our problems is to get our eyes off from ourselves, and to fix them upon Jesus.
Monday, March 09, 2009
Spring Training: Take Up Your Cross - March 8, 2009
Spring Training: Take Up Your Cross
Texts: Psalm 22:23-31; Genesis 17:1-7, 15-16; Romans 4:13-25; Mark 8:27-38; Matthew 16:17-19
Pastor Jon continues our Lenten "Spring Training for the Soul" with a look at Peter's confession, and Jesus teaching on "taking up our cross." A simple head knowledge of the right answers is not enough for salvation. It is not enough to simply know what the Rabbi knows, we must learn to be like the Rabbi, and to follow Him so closely that we are covered with the dust of His sandals. The call of the Rabbi is to deny yourself, to take up your cross, and follow Him.
Texts: Psalm 22:23-31; Genesis 17:1-7, 15-16; Romans 4:13-25; Mark 8:27-38; Matthew 16:17-19
Pastor Jon continues our Lenten "Spring Training for the Soul" with a look at Peter's confession, and Jesus teaching on "taking up our cross." A simple head knowledge of the right answers is not enough for salvation. It is not enough to simply know what the Rabbi knows, we must learn to be like the Rabbi, and to follow Him so closely that we are covered with the dust of His sandals. The call of the Rabbi is to deny yourself, to take up your cross, and follow Him.
Sunday, March 01, 2009
Spring Training: Back to the Basics - March 1, 2009
Spring Training: Back to the Basics
Texts: Psalm 25:1-5; Genesis 9:8-17; I Peter 3:18-22; Mark 1:9-15; Proverbs 30:7-9; Matthew 4:1-4; Matthew 6:19-21
As we begin this Lenten Journey, Pastor Jon encourages us to view this time as a "Spring Training for the Soul," where we go "Back to the Basics." Lent provides us intentional time and space for us to consider what we hunger and thirst after, and to consider how we might more fully chase after the Christ we claim to follow.
Texts: Psalm 25:1-5; Genesis 9:8-17; I Peter 3:18-22; Mark 1:9-15; Proverbs 30:7-9; Matthew 4:1-4; Matthew 6:19-21
As we begin this Lenten Journey, Pastor Jon encourages us to view this time as a "Spring Training for the Soul," where we go "Back to the Basics." Lent provides us intentional time and space for us to consider what we hunger and thirst after, and to consider how we might more fully chase after the Christ we claim to follow.
Sunday, February 22, 2009
Looking for a Miracle - January 22, 2009
Looking for a Miracle
Texts: Psalm 50:1-6; Mark 9:2-9; II Corinthians 4:3-6; II Kings 5:1-14; II Chronicles 20:12
Pastor Jon returns from sabbatical with a challenge for us from the story of Naaman. When we look for a miracle of God, it is not simply enough for us to pray and hope that someone waves their hands over the problem to make it go away. We must surrender our desire for a "quick fix," and do the simple things that God asks of us to do.
Texts: Psalm 50:1-6; Mark 9:2-9; II Corinthians 4:3-6; II Kings 5:1-14; II Chronicles 20:12
Pastor Jon returns from sabbatical with a challenge for us from the story of Naaman. When we look for a miracle of God, it is not simply enough for us to pray and hope that someone waves their hands over the problem to make it go away. We must surrender our desire for a "quick fix," and do the simple things that God asks of us to do.
Sunday, February 15, 2009
REPEAT: What's Your Perspective? - February 15, 2009
"What's Your Perspective"
For the past 8 weeks, we brought you some of our favorite messages from 2006. Regular weekly sermon podcasts will resume next week: February 22, 2009.
Originally Published: October 8, 2006
Texts: Job 1:13-21, 19:25; Mark 10:17-31; Psalm 90; Hebrews 4:12-16
Contrasting Job with the Rich Young Ruler forces us to consider the priorities in our own life. Our ability to face the inevitable losses and tragedy in life is determined by our perspective on life. By setting our sights on things above, we are better able to weather the storms in life.
This message extensively references a recent barn fire in Albion, ME, which you can read about here or watch a news report here.
For the past 8 weeks, we brought you some of our favorite messages from 2006. Regular weekly sermon podcasts will resume next week: February 22, 2009.
Originally Published: October 8, 2006
Texts: Job 1:13-21, 19:25; Mark 10:17-31; Psalm 90; Hebrews 4:12-16
Contrasting Job with the Rich Young Ruler forces us to consider the priorities in our own life. Our ability to face the inevitable losses and tragedy in life is determined by our perspective on life. By setting our sights on things above, we are better able to weather the storms in life.
This message extensively references a recent barn fire in Albion, ME, which you can read about here or watch a news report here.
Sunday, February 08, 2009
REPEAT: A Matter of Life and Death - February 8, 2009
A Matter of Life and Death
For the next 2 weeks, we bring you some of our favorite messages from 2006. Regular weekly sermon podcasts will resume on February 22, 2009.
Originally Published: July 9, 2006
Texts: II Samuel 1:1-27; Matthew 5:43-48
The story of the end of Saul's life forces us to confront questions about the Sanctity of Life. However, it would be good for us to remember that Sanctity of Life is not only about when life begins or when life ends, but about how we live our lives between birth and death.
For the next 2 weeks, we bring you some of our favorite messages from 2006. Regular weekly sermon podcasts will resume on February 22, 2009.
Originally Published: July 9, 2006
Texts: II Samuel 1:1-27; Matthew 5:43-48
The story of the end of Saul's life forces us to confront questions about the Sanctity of Life. However, it would be good for us to remember that Sanctity of Life is not only about when life begins or when life ends, but about how we live our lives between birth and death.
Sunday, February 01, 2009
REPEAT: We Need a Hero? - February 1, 2009
We Need a Hero?
For the next 3 weeks, we bring you some of our favorite messages from 2006. Regular weekly sermon podcasts will resume on February 22, 2009.
Originally Published: July 2, 2006
Text: I Samuel 17:1-49
The story of David and Goliath is interpreted against the backdrop of superhero stories like Superman, Spiderman, or Zorro. David challenges us to not simply wait around for a "superhero" to step in and do amazing things, but to use the gifts that God has given us to make a difference in the world around us.
For the next 3 weeks, we bring you some of our favorite messages from 2006. Regular weekly sermon podcasts will resume on February 22, 2009.
Originally Published: July 2, 2006
Text: I Samuel 17:1-49
The story of David and Goliath is interpreted against the backdrop of superhero stories like Superman, Spiderman, or Zorro. David challenges us to not simply wait around for a "superhero" to step in and do amazing things, but to use the gifts that God has given us to make a difference in the world around us.
Sunday, January 25, 2009
REPEAT: Crash Helmets & Life Jackets - January 25, 2009
Pentecost - Crash Helmets & Life Jackets
For the next 4 weeks, we bring you some of our favorite messages from 2006. Regular weekly sermon podcasts will resume on February 22, 2009.
Originally Published: June 4, 2006
Text: Acts 2:1-41
Pentecost Sunday provides an opportunity to consider the great power of the Holy Spirit available to the Church. Unfortunately, we are often ill-equipped to tap into God's power, and would be surprised if we encountered the sort of transformational worship that took place on that first Christian Pentecost. Theologian Annie Dillard suggests that our ushers should distribute crash helmets and life jackets in case the Almighty chose to show up at church.
For the next 4 weeks, we bring you some of our favorite messages from 2006. Regular weekly sermon podcasts will resume on February 22, 2009.
Originally Published: June 4, 2006
Text: Acts 2:1-41
Pentecost Sunday provides an opportunity to consider the great power of the Holy Spirit available to the Church. Unfortunately, we are often ill-equipped to tap into God's power, and would be surprised if we encountered the sort of transformational worship that took place on that first Christian Pentecost. Theologian Annie Dillard suggests that our ushers should distribute crash helmets and life jackets in case the Almighty chose to show up at church.
Sunday, January 18, 2009
REPEAT: Rejoice! The Song is Alive - January 18, 2009
Easter Sunday - Rejoice! The Song is Alive
For the next 5 weeks, we bring you some of our favorite messages from 2006. Regular weekly sermon podcasts will resume on February 22, 2009.
Originally Published: April 16, 2006
Texts: Isaiah 53:6; Acts 3:15; Luke 7:18-23; Luke 15:1-7; John 9; John 11:1-44
As the continuation of the message begun on Good Friday, we can rejoice today for the Song is alive. For even though we killed the Author of Life, God is more powerful than darkness, life is stronger than death, God's song is stronger than the silence. The lost are found, the blind see, the dead live again. What shall our response be to this proclamation of the Gospel? What song shall we now sing? To whom shall we sing our song? Let us echo the words of Casting Crowns--indeed, "let my lifesong sing to You!"
For the next 5 weeks, we bring you some of our favorite messages from 2006. Regular weekly sermon podcasts will resume on February 22, 2009.
Originally Published: April 16, 2006
Texts: Isaiah 53:6; Acts 3:15; Luke 7:18-23; Luke 15:1-7; John 9; John 11:1-44
As the continuation of the message begun on Good Friday, we can rejoice today for the Song is alive. For even though we killed the Author of Life, God is more powerful than darkness, life is stronger than death, God's song is stronger than the silence. The lost are found, the blind see, the dead live again. What shall our response be to this proclamation of the Gospel? What song shall we now sing? To whom shall we sing our song? Let us echo the words of Casting Crowns--indeed, "let my lifesong sing to You!"
Sunday, January 11, 2009
REPEAT: Killing the Song - January 11, 2009
"Laodicea: Stop Kidding Yourself"
For the next 6 weeks, we bring you some of our favorite messages from 2006. Regular weekly sermon podcasts will resume on February 22, 2009.
Originally Published: April 14, 2006
Text: Revelation 3:14-22
After summarizing the lessons from the past six weeks, Pastor Jon concludes our study on the letters to the Seven Churches of Revelation with a look at the letter to the church in Laodicea. By properly understanding the drinking water situation in Laodicea, and by looking that the things that this church was well known for, we realize that this passage is an exhortation to be sure that we have not deceived ourselves (Like the emperor in Hans Christian Anderson's classic children's story). Pastor Jon concludes this message with an invitation that everyone needs to hear.
For the next 6 weeks, we bring you some of our favorite messages from 2006. Regular weekly sermon podcasts will resume on February 22, 2009.
Originally Published: April 14, 2006
Text: Revelation 3:14-22
After summarizing the lessons from the past six weeks, Pastor Jon concludes our study on the letters to the Seven Churches of Revelation with a look at the letter to the church in Laodicea. By properly understanding the drinking water situation in Laodicea, and by looking that the things that this church was well known for, we realize that this passage is an exhortation to be sure that we have not deceived ourselves (Like the emperor in Hans Christian Anderson's classic children's story). Pastor Jon concludes this message with an invitation that everyone needs to hear.
Sunday, January 04, 2009
REPEAT: A New Wardrobe - January 4, 2009
A New Wardrobe
For the next 7 weeks, we bring you some of our favorite messages from 2006. Regular weekly sermon podcasts will resume on February 22, 2009.
Originally Published: January 1, 2006
Text: Revelation 21:1-6a, Isaiah 43
TLC's "What Not to Wear" provides the backdrop for this New Year's sermon about our God who is making all things new. As we prepare to throw away our old wardrobe, we know that God is always doing a new thing and desires to clothe us with His robes. What "New Thing" does God want for you this year?
For the next 7 weeks, we bring you some of our favorite messages from 2006. Regular weekly sermon podcasts will resume on February 22, 2009.
Originally Published: January 1, 2006
Text: Revelation 21:1-6a, Isaiah 43
TLC's "What Not to Wear" provides the backdrop for this New Year's sermon about our God who is making all things new. As we prepare to throw away our old wardrobe, we know that God is always doing a new thing and desires to clothe us with His robes. What "New Thing" does God want for you this year?
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