Tag Archives: ad fontem

Patio Time, John 3:14-21

Posted on March 14, 2024 by patrick h wrisley

The Gospel of John introduces key aspects about Jesus in the first two chapters: his divine origins, gathering of disciples, gracious acts, and future destiny. In a conversation with Nicodemus, Jesus explains his purpose and the universal love of God, challenging Nicodemus to deepen his spiritual understanding. This highlights the importance of engaging in meaningful spiritual conversations. Continue reading →

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The Real GOAT, Isaiah 40:21-31

Posted on February 5, 2024 by patrick h wrisley

One of the most important people in any indigenous culture is the storyteller. These are the men and women who remind, preserve, and pass down vital knowledge of the community, its history, and its cultural traditions to future generations. In … Continue reading →

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The Gospel Defined, Mark 1:14-20

Posted on January 22, 2024 by patrick h wrisley

A sermon delivered by Patrick H. Wrisley, D.Min., on January 21, 2024 We are beginning to wade into the Gospel of Mark for a season and before beginning, I want to give it some context. Mark is one of the … Continue reading →

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A Christmas Eve Meditation, 2023

Posted on December 25, 2023 by patrick h wrisley

Delivered at First Presbyterian Church of Glens Falls Luke 2:1–20 (NRSV) 2.1 In those days a decree went out from Emperor Augustus that all the world should be registered. 2 This was the first registration and was taken while Quirinius was … Continue reading →

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The Winsome News!, Mark 1:1-8

Posted on December 12, 2023 by patrick h wrisley

Sixty-three years before Jesus was born, the powers of Rome came and took control of what we know as Israel and Palestine. As we learn in the various Gospel stories, the Romans were an oppressive regime exercising their will at … Continue reading →

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