Sunday Sermon Synopsis for 12/13: What will this child turn out to be? Lu. 1:66 (about John who pointed people to Jesus)

Every parent dreams big when God blesses his/her home with a child. “My son’s going to be a heart surgeon someday”, or “He’s going to be a prosecuting attorney.” ” My daughter’s going to be a big city newscaster one day”, or “She’s going to be a future U.S. President.” I’m no different than anybody … [Read more…]

Sunday Sermon Synopsis for 12/6: How can this be since I am a virgin? Lu. 1:34

All of us have had our fair share of embarrassing moments. And some of these moments live with us the rest of our lives. Some good news here though: typically, no one remembers these embarrassments – except us. I’m particularly gifted in this area. I’ve had many embarrassing moments. But the one I’m about to … [Read more…]

Sunday Sermon Synopsis for 11/15: Am I my brother’s keeper? Ge.4:4

Not all siblings get along. Many of us remember the Andrews Sisters, LaVerne, Maxene and Patty. Back in the turbulent 1930’s and 40’s, when the world was imploding with a 2nd world war within a quarter century, the Andrews Sisters brought some much-needed entertainment through music and film. They reached stardom with such hits as … [Read more…]

Sunday Sermon Synopsis for 11/08: Is it right for us to pay taxes to Caesar or not? Lu.20:22

Someone made the astute observation that reflects our nation’s sociological evolution: “America is still the land of opportunity. Everybody can become a taxpayer.”   The subject of taxation in our good ole US of A has become the brunt of many-a-one-liner. Here’s a smattering: “The path of our civilization is paved with tax receipts.” “A … [Read more…]