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Sermon: Do not be afraid
We do not need to fear the future or look back on the past with nostalgic regret, because we know that the God who does new things will walk with us into whatever lies ahead. It may be death, but we also know that after the crucifixion comes resurrection. We have nothing to fear. Thanks be to God. Amen. Continue reading
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Tagged Babylonian Exile, Exodus, Fear, Isaiah 43:16-21, John 12:1-8, Lent, Lent 5, Mary of Bethany, Psalm 126, Second Isaiah, Year of Luke
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Sermon: A different sort of power
Here we see the true King, the only leader we are called to follow, showing an alternate vision to the Pax Romana, a different way of exercising power, with humility and gentleness. The crowds cheer: the powers that be, both Roman and Temple, worry. Ultimately, the powers that be will conspire to kill him. Continue reading