St Cuthbert’s Presbyterian Church, Brown’s Bay “The Road to Jerusalem” Lenten Series 2006 A Synopsis of the sermon on 05 March 2006 by the Rev J O Evans [1] The Compelling Christ Reading: Luke 9: 51-62 Text: “He steadfastly set his face to go to Jerusalem.” [9:51] Luke sets a major, critical section…

Six years ago I went through a unique process in the church. I was ordained as a minister of the gospel. Several of you were present at this event. You got to see the process of how we examine those who feel called into ministry to discern whether they are called by God and if they are ready for the…

The Christians Walk Our Duty to Walk as Jesus Walked The Lesson’s to be learned from this passage: The genuineness of our profession shows in our walk. 1. 1 John 2:4 is a believer who says he knows Christ but does not keep His commandments. 2. 1 John 2:6 is the obligation to the one who says he abides…

Intro: Has anyone noticed any of these orange barrels all over the place? Driving down road/praise music playing. Staying within lines… Orange sign/work zone ahead! Traffic slows/brake lights ahead. Lines are gone/orange cones. Arrows pointing everywhere. Illustration: Do you really need to stay within…

We are living in trying times. Our country is on the brink of a war that is against an unseen enemy and will last for an uncertain duration. People are nervous. Some who live in big cities have curtailed any but non-essential activities. Many who fly frequently have cancelled their plans for the near…

Titus 1:5-16 A Word About Pastors Well Happy New Year! As we start this new year, we are starting a new book. If the Lord wills, we will be looking at 7 small books of the Bible this year. we begin with the letter to Titus. It was written by Paul to this partner in ministry, Titus. Titus was a Greek…

1. Following God will Recognize Tension (vs. 1-12) 2. Following God will Require Truth (vs. 13-22) 3. Following God will Result in Treasure (vs. 23-28)

That you may believe … and have Life" #2 - Gospel of John John 1:6-9 There Came a Man … This has been a week of unexpected tragedy, unimaginable actions, overwhelming grief and uncertain days. Perhaps you have struggled with trying to wrap your mind around the senselessness of it all. Perhaps you have…

Mark 11:1-25 Introduction They say that a picture is worth 1000 words, so the message today has 4000 words, because we want to look at four pictures out of Mark 11:1-25. We have been on a journey to Jerusalem in our study of Mark which began in the northern part of Galilee in Mark 8:27. Although two…

(Hi Res:https://youtu.be/nYh9iUdE3cs) Happy Mother's Day! Kara and Jeremy are joined by Brian, Chelsey, and Meghan for a few songs and a message ripped from the headlines. Listen in on a conversation about how to choose to participate in the Kingdom of God when the kingdom of darkness is all around.

After a discussion of why we’ve chosen to begin using a lectionary to guide our worship, we dive into the invitation that Jesus gives us to follow him, looking at the first disciples in Matthew 4.

THREE QUESTIONS ABOUT FAITH James 2:14-26 What doth it profit, my brethren, though a man say he hath faith, and have not works? Can faith save him? If a brother or sister be naked, and destitute of daily food, And one of you say unto them, Depart in peace, be ye warmed and filled; notwithstanding ye…

Introduction We are used to the image of the Bedouin shepherd — crook in hand, flowing robes, Middle Eastern head-covering. Now consider today’s e-shepherd — Bluetooth headset in ear, Blackberry PDA attached to belt, Venti Mocha perched desktop alongside GPS receiver. He sits remote from his flock in…

05 Just Do ItJohn 2:1-12 Intro: · @ I’ve been coaching Taylor’s basketball team the last month. o Made of 5 boys and 1 girl – most never played on a team before o They practice once a week with another coach o During the game my job is to try to get them to improve on their skills and understanding of…