Sermons on Pentecost (Page 4)
Running on Faith
August 14, 2022——-10th Sunday after Pentecost——-Rev. Patrick Mecham Psalms 80: 1-2, 8-19; Hebrews 11: 29 – 12: 2; Luke 12: 54 – 56 Anybody here like to watch the Olympics when they are on TV? It’s kind of hard to not get drawn into all the excitement! And we get inspired and amazed by the dedication and work and PERSEVERANCE each of these athletes has displayed. While hearing our passage from Hebrews this morning, it sounded as if that writer…
Heroes of the Faith
August 7, 2022——9th Sunday after Pentecost——-Rev. Patrick Mecham Hebrews 11: 1-3. 8-16; Luke 12: 32-40 Do you have a hero? In your personal life, is there someone who has lived their life in a way that demonstrates courage, selflessness, and a willingness to go the extra mile? I will tell you about one of my heroes. Her name is Lois Roach, and she died several years ago. I didn’t meet her until she was already up in age, but it…
Beware the Snares
July 31, 2022——8th Sunday after Pentecost—-Rev. Patrick Mecham Colossians 3: 1-11; Luke 12; 13-21 I was walking our dog one day when I noticed a man coming toward me on the opposite sidewalk. He stumbled and FELL flat on his face! I rushed across the street to see if he needed help, and he managed to climb back up on his feet just as I got there. He looked back along the smooth sidewalk to see what had tripped him…
The Glory of God: Beyond Comprehension
July 24, 2022—–7th Sunday after Pentecost—-Rev. Patrick Mecham Ephesians 3: 14-21; John 6: 1-21 I’d like you to imagine being on a commercial airplane. It’s a hot day, and the plane is lumbering down the taxiway. You reach up and adjust the air flow so that it’s just right, and you murmur, “Thank you, God, for air conditioning!” Then you begin to wonder: How does air conditioning work? I know there are compressors and Freon and fans—but how does all…
A Famine of Words
People can say mean things. Words can hurt; words can harm; and words can heal. The tongue can curse, and the tongue can bless!
Three Effective Ways to Bypass God
July 10, 2022—-5th Sunday after Pentecost—–Rev. Scott Downing Amos 7: 7-17; Luke 10: 25-37
Celebrate and Make a Joyful Noise
July 3, 2022——–4th Sunday after Pentecost—–Elaine York Psalm 66: 1-9; Galatians 6: 1-16; Luke 10: 1-11, 16-20 Good Morning! I am glad to be back with you here at Spanish Springs Presbyterian Church. I have several really good friends here so, it is always fun to come to worship with you. In the Fall, I will be joining your Presbyterian Women’s Bible Study as we have had to end one of our circles at St. John’s. I look forward to…
All In
All In ……….. June 26, 2022 ………..3rd Sunday after Pentecost 2 Kings 2: 1-14; Luke 9: 51-62 ……….. Rev. Susan Taylor So, I’m a bit of a TV nerd, and one of the few shows I watch on a regular basis is “Jeopardy!” While I haven’t been as avid a fan since the devastating loss of Alex Trebek, I was among the millions of viewers who tuned in a few years back to watch James Holzhauer, a professional sports gambler…
God’s Power Unleashed
June 5, 2022 ……….. Pentecost Sunday ……….Rev. Patrick Mecham Acts 2: 1-21; John 14: 8-17, 25-27 The toddler was calling out from the bedroom, “Mommy! Where my socks?” The mother patiently directed her toddler, “Right there, on the end of your bed.” “Where?!” “I put them right at the foot of your bed.” “I don’ see dem!” “Oh, for heaven’s sake, I’ll come and show you where they are!” “Oh. I didn’ see dem.” Have you ever experienced the frustration…
From the Cross to the Sky
November 21, 2021—————Rev. Patrick Mecham………….Christ the King Sunday 2 Samuel 23: 1-7——————-Revelation 1: 4b-8—————John 18: 33-37 Those of you who follow professional football already know the name of David Tyree. You know that, in the 2008 Super Bowl, his New York Giants were behind the New England Patriots (the undefeated Patriots) they were behind by four points with only a minute and fifteen seconds left on the clock. Eli Manning launched a pass, and Tyree leapt for the ball at…
As the Day Approaches
November 14, 2021—————Rev. Patrick Mecham Hebrews 10: 19-25—————-Mark 13: 1-8 Please note that the sermon text is not available for this week.
Women of the Kingdom
November 7, 2021———-Rev. Patrick Mecham…………24th Sunday after Pentecost Ruth 3: 1-5, 4: 13-17—————-Mark 12: 38-44 Think for a moment about what you are willing to invest yourself in wholeheartedly. What is it that you want to put your best effort into? Is it your relationship with your family? How about the development of your career? Or maybe it’s your children’s education that has the absolute commitment of your heart? What exactly is it that you are willing to give your…