Tag Archives: Paul

Uncovering the Secret! (A sermon on Ephesians 2:11-22)

11So then, remember that at one time you Gentiles by birth, called “the uncircumcision” by those who are called “the circumcision” —a physical circumcision made in the flesh by human hands— 12remember that you were at that time without Christ, … Continue reading

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Circumcision and Other Cutting Edge Issues (a Sermon on Galatians 5:1-12)

“For freedom Christ has set us free; stand firm therefore, and do not submit again to a yoke of slavery. Look: I, Paul, say to you that if you accept circumcision, Christ will be of no advantage to you. I … Continue reading

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Love Is All You Need (a Sermon on Romans 13:8-10)

I’ve decided to speak this morning on one of the most unnerving and threatening pieces of Scripture I’ve ever come across – threatening and unnerving at least for professional clerics like myself (people who get paid to teach the Bible). … Continue reading

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Jesus is the Answer… Not Always (a Sermon on Acts 17:22-31)

“Now while Paul was waiting for them at Athens, his spirit was provoked within him as he saw that the city was full of idols.” (Acts 17:16) Ange and I have been to Athens, as I suspect many of you … Continue reading

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