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About patrick h wrisley

A Mainline Presbyterian Orthodox Evangelical Socially Minded Prophetic Contemplative Preacher sharing the Winsome Story of Christ as I try to muddle through as a father, friend, head of staff, colleague, and disciple.

The Metamorphosis, Luke 9:28-36

Posted on March 5, 2025 by patrick h wrisley

A sermon delivered Sunday, March 2, 2025by the Rev. Dr. Patrick H. Wrisley Turn in your Bibles to Luke 9:28-36. The very first line of our text says, “Now about eight days after these sayings, Jesus took…” As careful readers, our first … Continue reading →

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The Hard Work of Forgiveness, Luke 6:27-38

Posted on February 24, 2025 by patrick h wrisley

A sermon delivered on February 23, 2025 by the Rev. Dr. Patrick H. Wrisley This morning, we pick up where we left off last week. Jesus and his disciples have climbed a mountain for a time of prayer, and it … Continue reading →

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A Gentle Wake-Up Call, Luke 6:17-28

Posted on February 19, 2025 by patrick h wrisley

A sermon delivered by the Rev. Dr. Patrick H. Wrisley on February 23, 2025. Growing up in North Georgia gave me ample opportunity to wander through the woods and mountains. Over the years, I developed a deep affinity for the … Continue reading →

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Epiphany and Discipleship: Obey, Confess, Follow, Luke 5:1-11

Posted on February 13, 2025 by patrick h wrisley

A Sermon Delivered by the Rev. Dr. Patrick H. Wrisley Our reading this morning is from Luke’s gospel, and we pick up early in the Story. Jesus has set out on his own in the region of Galilee. He has … Continue reading →

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Showing Others Who God Is, 1 Corinthians 12:1-11

Posted on January 21, 2025 by patrick h wrisley

A Sermon delivered on January 19, 2025 by Rev. Dr. Patrick H. Wrisley. 1 Corinthians 12:1-11 12.1 Now concerning spiritual gifts, brothers and sisters, I do not want you to be uninformed. 2You know that when you were pagans, you were enticed … Continue reading →

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