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

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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Pressing on…, Philippians 3:4b-14

The spiritual life is not about a pedigree or accomplishments; a spiritual life is finding our single, laser-focused love affair with Jesus and jettisoning anything and everything we have to embrace him. Continue reading

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Empty Shelves to Empty Selves; Philippians 2:1-11

Sermon:        Empty Shelves to Empty Selves Scripture:     Philippians 2:1-11 Preacher:      Patrick H. Wrisley, D.Min. Location:      First Presbyterian Church, Fort Lauderdale, FL Date:             September 27, 2020 This morning we are picking up right where we left off last week in our reading of Paul’s letter to … Continue reading

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Pastoral Prayer for Sunday, September 6, 2020

Resplendent God, full of Light, Justice and Love, we gather as your people and try once more to get it right. We come this day tired and worn out from both the physical and emotional strains we face as humble … Continue reading

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Nothing Works if We Don’t Get the Basics Right; Psalm 133

Sermon:        Nothing Works if We Don’t’ Get the Basics Right Scripture:     Psalm 133; Philippians 3:17- 4:3 Preacher:      Patrick H. Wrisley, D.Min. Location:      First Presbyterian Church, Fort Lauderdale, FL Date:             August 16, 2020 Today’s Psalm, coupled with the Philippians text, … Continue reading

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