Tag Archives: First Presbyterian Church Glens Falls

Matthew’s Second Set of “Blessed Ares,” Matthew 25:31-46

Today, we’re reading what has been called the Sermon on the Judgment, or as the preacher that married Kelly and me 40 years ago calls it, “The Sermon on the Last Audit.”[1] It’s about how all of us will appear … Continue reading

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Each According to Their Ability, Matthew 25:14-30

A sermon delivered November 19, 2023 by the Rev. Patrick H. Wrisley, D.Min. The scene is being set for Jesus’ final days alive. Previously, we have seen Jesus in the Temple having rounds with the religious leaders, scholars, and politicians … Continue reading

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What’s in Your Wallet?, Matthew 22:15-22

A sermon deliverd by Rev. Patrick H Wrisley, D.Min. on October 22, 2023 This morning, we are going to look at the notion of precedence and what matters most. As we approach our text this morning, it’s helpful to realize … Continue reading

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You Cannot Fill a Full Bucket, Philippians 2:1-13

A sermon delivered on October 1, 2023, by the Rev. Dr. Patrick H. Wrisley This morning we celebrate World Communion Sunday whereby churches of all ilks and denominations celebrate the power of the unifying work of Jesus Christ. It began … Continue reading

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They Put the “FUN” in Dysfunction! Genesis 50:15-21

A sermon preached by the Rev. Patrick H Wtisley, D.Min. on September 17, 2023. Hear the main point of today’s message: God thrives in the messes we create for ourselves. God thrives in the messes we create for ourselves. Let’s … Continue reading

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