Sermons

I’ve been preaching for over thirty years now. Almost every one of the sermons I’ve preached since 1996 is here. Some of the sermons are good, but not all of them. I’ve learned a lot in the thirty-plus years I've been preaching, and I still have a long way to go. Feel free to use these sermons as a resource. If you’re a preacher, please preach your own sermons.

Figure the Cost (Luke 14:25-35)

Aug 24, 2003 10 min read Luke

To truly follow Jesus, we must be ready to give up everything—relationships, possessions, and our own plans. Though this is challenging, it leads to true freedom and greater rewards than we sacrifice.

Secret Seed (Mark 4:26-32)

Aug 3, 2003 3 min read Mark

Despite the church's seemingly small and imperfect beginnings, the Kingdom of God will grow and prevail even if its progress is not always visible or understood.

Return of the Evil Spirit (Matthew 12:43-45)

Jul 20, 2003 7 min read Matthew

Jesus' parable shows that trying to improve yourself without genuine spiritual change is pointless.

Lessons from a Winemaker (Luke 5:33-38)

Jul 13, 2003 10 min read Luke

Jesus used parables to challenge religious traditions and show the need for open, changed hearts.

Grace-Filled Families (Ephesians 5:28-33; Romans 15:7; Colossians 3:13)

Jun 22, 2003 9 min read topical

Build loving families by putting others first, accepting differences, and forgiving each other, just as Christ loves us.