Category Archives: Sermon

What if Mary said, “No”?, Luke 1:26-38

Posted on December 23, 2020 by patrick h wrisley

A sermon by the Rev. Patrick H. Wrisley, D.Min. We are slowly making our way through Advent and now the ship is turning towards Christmas. We have dallied through the last three weeks looking at the promise of God’s coming … Continue reading →

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A Joy that’s Down in My Heart!, John 1:6-8, 19-28

Posted on December 16, 2020 by patrick h wrisley

A sermon by Patrick H. Wrisley John 1:6-8,19-28 6There was a man sent from God, whose name was John. 7He came as a witness to testify to the light, so that all might believe through him. 8He himself was not the light, … Continue reading →

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Advent 1: Don’t Get Dis’ed at Christmas!, Mark 13:24-37

Posted on December 7, 2020 by patrick h wrisley

Preacher:      Patrick H. Wrisley, D.Min. Location: First Presbyterian Church Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Date: November 29, 2020             Well, happy new year to you!  Today we are beginning a new Christian Liturgical year as we commence the season of Advent. Advent, … Continue reading →

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The Message: Matthew’s Second Set of “Blessed Ares…”

Posted on November 23, 2020 by patrick h wrisley

Scripture:     Matthew 25:31-46   Preacher:      Patrick H. Wrisley, D.Min. Location:      First Presbyterian Church Fort Lauderdale         Date:             November 22, 2020 Today, we’re reading what has been called the Sermon on the Judgment, or as the preacher that married Kelly and … Continue reading →

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United for a Purpose – Each According to Their Ability, Matthew 25:14-30

Posted on November 16, 2020 by patrick h wrisley

Preacher:         Patrick H. Wrisley, D.Min. Location:         First Presbyterian Church Fort Lauderdale          Date:               November 15, 2020          The scene is being set for Jesus’ final days alive. Previously, we have seen Jesus in the Temple having rounds with the religious … Continue reading →

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