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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.

Imitation is the Sincerest Form of Flattery, Ephesians 4:25 – 5:2

Posted on August 9, 2021 by patrick h wrisley

A sermon preached by Patrick H. Wrisley, D.Min. on August 8, 2021            Turn in your Bible to Ephesians 4 as we look at verses 25 – 5:2 this morning.  We are at a point in the letter where there is … Continue reading →

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The Sermon: How Do We Know if We Have Grown Up?; Ephesians 4:1-16

Posted on August 2, 2021 by patrick h wrisley

A sermon preached August 1, 2021 by the Rev. Dr. Patrick H. Wrisley. Ephesians 4:1-16 4.1 I therefore, the prisoner in the Lord, beg you to lead a life worthy of the calling to which you have been called, 2 with all humility … Continue reading →

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Sermon:  Do We Really Have Any Idea?; Ephesians 3:14-21

Posted on July 26, 2021 by patrick h wrisley

This message was delivered July 25, 2021 by the Rev. Dr. Patrick H. Wrisley             “For this reason, I bow my knees” Paul begins this exclamatory prayer of praise.  The first thing as readers of the text is to ask … Continue reading →

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Pastoral Prayer for Sunday, July 18, 2021

Posted on July 19, 2021 by patrick h wrisley

God of Abraham and Sarah, Mary and Joseph, we offer up our prayers and unite them with all the saints and with your angels in heaven. You are a God is who is mighty but gentle and who openly reveals … Continue reading →

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The Message: Now is the Time!, 2 Corinthians 6:1-13

Posted on June 21, 2021 by patrick h wrisley

A sermon preached by Patrick H. Wrisley on June 20, 2021. In previous weeks, we have noted the strained relationship between Paul and the church he founded in Corinth. In essence, he is reminding them to be the Church and … Continue reading →

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