Tag Archives: First Presbyterian Fort Lauderdale

The Message: The Cost to See Jesus; John 12:20-26

Posted on March 22, 2021 by patrick h wrisley

Preached by Patrick H. Wrisley, D.Min. on March 21, 2021             The row between Jesus and the religious officials is growing and we join the Story after Jesus entered Jerusalem for the Passover festival. The crowds are full and they … Continue reading →

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The Power of Communion!, 1 Corinthians 9:16-23

Posted on February 8, 2021 by patrick h wrisley

         A sermon by Patrick H. Wrisley, D.Min., 2/7/2021. Today we find our beloved but beleaguered Apostle Paul having to defend himself against upstarts in the church who are challenging his leadership and teaching. You see, after Paul left the … Continue reading →

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The Message: The Big Reveal!, Matthew 2:1-12, Epiphany

Posted on January 4, 2021 by patrick h wrisley

A sermon preached by Patrick H. Wrisley, January 3, 2021 The popular trend of gender reveals has taken off in our country.  This is when a young couple is expecting a child and they throw a party to reveal whether … Continue reading →

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What if Mary said, “No”?, Luke 1:26-38

Posted on December 23, 2020 by patrick h wrisley

A sermon by the Rev. Patrick H. Wrisley, D.Min. We are slowly making our way through Advent and now the ship is turning towards Christmas. We have dallied through the last three weeks looking at the promise of God’s coming … Continue reading →

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Pastoral Prayer for Sunday, September 6, 2020

Posted on September 6, 2020 by patrick h wrisley

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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