Tag Archives: Discipleship

Two Parades, One Choice; Luke 19:28-40

A sermon delivered on Sunday, April 13, 2025 by the Rev. Dr. Patrick H. Wrisley. When a single preacher says something from the pulpit, people will say, “He or she is only preaching.”  When two preachers who don’t know one another … Continue reading

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Walking into the Future Facing Backwards, Philippians 3:4b-14

A sermon delivered on Sunday, April 6, 2025 by Rev. Dr. Patrick H. Wrisley Paul has a problem. Similar to the old adage, “When the cats away, the mice come out to play.” Paul is languishing in a prison cell … Continue reading

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Embracing Grace in Times of Suffering, Luke 13:1-9

A Sermon Delivered on March 23, 2025 by the Rev. Dr. Patrick H. Wrisley. Turn in your Bible to Luke 13:1-9. We are going to read a passage that only appears in Luke’s Gospel. It addresses a deep theological issue … Continue reading

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Remember Who You Are, Philippians 3.17-4.1

A Sermon delivered on March 16, 2025 by Rev. Dr. Patrick H. Wrisley This morning, I want us to begin with a light existential question to ponder. Ask yourself, “Who am I?” Who are you? Are you a mom, a … Continue reading

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Into the Wilderness: Tested, Strengthened, and Led by the Spirit, Luke 4:1-13

A sermon delivered on March 9, 2025 by the Rev. Dr. Patrick H. Wrisley. It has taken three chapters for Luke to build up to today’s debut of Jesus’ ministry. All the birth narratives are behind us, as are Jesus’ … Continue reading

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