Tag Archives: Christmas

Pondering, Luke 2:8-10

Posted on December 24, 2025 by patrick h wrisley

A Sermon Delivered on Christmas Eve 2025 by the Rev. Dr. Patrick H. Wrisley. Luke 2:8–20 8 In that region there were shepherds living in the fields, keeping watch over their flock by night. 9 Then an angel of the Lord stood before … Continue reading →

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When Faith Disrupts Our Plans, Matthew 1:18025

Posted on December 23, 2025 by patrick h wrisley

A Sermon Delivered on December 21, 2025 by the Rev. Dr. Patrick H. Wrisley. All the little open windows on our Advent calendars are beginning to show that there are not many days left before Christmas. In just a few … Continue reading →

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Don’t Be Tempted to Hit the Snooze Button, Matthew 24:36-44

Posted on December 1, 2025 by patrick h wrisley

A Sermon Delivered on November 30, 2025 by the Rev. Dr. Patrick H. Wrisley. Business guru Stephen Covey tells us in his book, Seven Habits of Highly Effective People, to begin with the end in mind. In other words, to best … Continue reading →

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Growing Back into Christmas

Posted on December 24, 2024 by patrick h wrisley

A sermon delivered on December 24, 2024 by Patrick H. Wrisley, D.Min. John 1:1-14 1.1 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. 2He was in the beginning with God. 3All things came into … Continue reading →

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John the Baptist: Good News and Advent Preparations, Luke 3:1-6

Posted on December 17, 2024 by patrick h wrisley

A sermon delivered by Rev. Dr. Patrick H. Wrisley on December 8, 2024. This morning, we are introduced to Jesus’ cousin, John the Baptist. Jesus’ aunt Elizabeth follows in the steps of great biblical heroines like Sarah and Hannah who … Continue reading →

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