Sermons from August 2020

Sermons from August 2020

A Rock?

A Rock?

12 Pentecost, Proper 16 – August 23, 2020 Matthew 16:13-20                 Today’s gospel is a bit intimidating. Jesus is calling Peter a “rock” and blessing him with a mighty blessing. I wonder how Peter felt at the time….I would guess he thought to himself….’”what?  I’m no rock and I don’t want that power you’re talking about” do you really know me, Jesus?? Matthew tells us that Jesus and the disciples visit Caesarea Philippi, where Jesus, after having asked his companions…
Life's Struggles

Life’s Struggles

9 Pentecost, Proper 13 – August 2, 2020 Genesis 32:22-31 and Matthew 14:13-21           This morning we have one of my favorite stories – Jacob wrestling with an angel. It is close to my heart as I am reminded of the times I have wrestled with God in my own life.  And we have the miracle story – the only miracle story to appear in all 4 of our gospels – the fishes and the loaves, the feeding of the…