Sermons Archive
Recent Sermons
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Encountering Jesus: Journey to the Cross
Our theme for the Lenten season this year is "Encountering Jesus: Journey to the Cross." Luke 9:1 reads, "As the time approached for him to be taken up to heaven, Jesus resolutely set out for Jerusalem." As Jesus faces toward the cross and intentionally travels toward His crucifixion, He encounters a number of unique people from different walks of life: disciples, followers, questioners, the ill, and some enemies. During Lent and through Holy Week we will journey with Jesus toward the cross, learning from a number of these encounters He had along the way.
Draw Near
Though we often take it for granted, each Christian has been invited to draw near to God—to come closer and closer to the Almighty Creator of the universe who is the definition of love. Drawing near to God sounds like a good thing, but the practicality—the HOW—can be difficult for many to understand. Others may not even have a desire to come closer to God, despite His invitation. In this sermon series we will examine what it means to draw near to God and some steps we can take to do so.
