Tag Archives: Jesus

Making Sure the Math is Right, Luke 14:25-33

Posted on September 8, 2025 by patrick h wrisley

A Sermon Delivered on September 7, 2025 by The Rev. Patrick H. Wrisley, D.Min. Both of today’s biblical readings deal with making choices. In Deuteronomy 30, Moses reminds the Hebrews that life with God requires a conscious decision. He declares, “Now choose life, … Continue reading →

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Have a Piece of Humble Pie, Luke 14:1, 7-14

Posted on September 2, 2025 by patrick h wrisley

A sermon delivered on August 31, 2025 by Patrick H. Wrisley, D.Min. Here’s a riddle: What’s the one thing you can strive for, but once you have it, you immediately lose it? Humility. So, let me ask you: Are you … Continue reading →

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Reclaiming the Sabbath, Luke 13:10-17

Posted on August 25, 2025 by patrick h wrisley

A Sermon Delivered on August 24, 2025 by the Rev. Dr. Patrick H. Wrisley By the end of last Wednesday, I was unable to give Patty a sermon title as it had not come to me yet. Well, it eventually … Continue reading →

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The Jack Russell Gospel, Luke 12:49-56

Posted on August 18, 2025 by patrick h wrisley

A Sermon Delivered by the Rev. Dr. Patrick H. Wrisley on August 17, 2025. There is a sense of urgency building in Luke’s gospel. Last week, you remember, Jesus reminds us God’s love for us is as a Shepherd caring … Continue reading →

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Fear Not, Little Flock, Luke 12:32-40

Posted on August 11, 2025 by patrick h wrisley

A Sermon Delivered by the Rev. Dr. Patrick H. Wrisley on Sunday, August 10, 2025. Luke 12:32-40 32“Do not be afraid, little flock, for it is your Father’s good pleasure to give you the kingdom. 33Sell your possessions, and give alms. … Continue reading →

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