Sermons on Genesis
Lent 3 – The Price of Theological Certainty
Lent 3 – The Price of Theological Certainty – Genesis 3:16 Throughout the Season of Lent, I will preach on saints who might not be known as such. Today, we will learn about Ann Glover, an elderly Irish widow, who was prosecuted and executed as a witch by influential theologian Cotton Mather in 1688. New England Puritan Mather’s ancestors had come to the shores of America fleeing religious persecution in England. Despite their own experience, they did not build a…
The Language of Love
The Language of Love – Genesis 11:1-9, Acts 2:1-21 My dog Shadow and I are very much tuned in to each other. We know how the other is doing most of the time. There are many ways to communicate with people and animals, and words is just one of them. Words can be very useful, insightful, and beautiful, don’t get me wrong! I love reading books, I love writing sermons. Nothing is better for intellectual engagement than words. But with…
Sin of Pride vs. Humility
Pride and Humility Pride is only a sin when it gets out of balance. You are proud of an accomplishment at work, great! It will inspire you to continue to strive for success. But, you think you are the only one who can save your family, your company or the world, calm down, and show some humility! A healthy dose of humility will make you understand that you are not the center of the world, nor the center of your…