Gospel
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“An Extravagant Friend!”
When I was a kid one of my favorite things to do, especially on a rainy day, was trade baseball cards with my friends. And the goal here was simple—I was always looking to exchange something I didn’t want for something a whole lot better. Continue reading
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“A Story of Faith”
We live in a time where the Christian faith is often misunderstood, and thereby, rejected as irrational and irrelevant. Moreover, many Christians themselves feel burnt out with Christianity. Continue reading
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James – A Sermon Series
If the gospel is true, how should we live? You could say this question is the question James is wrestling with and setting out to answer in this very short and practical letter. Continue reading
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“Key Principles for Personal Change”
All of us, regardless of our religious commitments, recognize that there’s something in us we’d like to change, some area that we need to improve on or experience growth in. So, how do we change? Continue reading
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“The Jesus We All Need”
I recall speaking with a gentleman who in the course of our conversation said to me something like this — “That’s great that Jesus and Christianity works for you but it’s not for me. I don’t like it when people push their religion on me. I don’t need that sort of thing. I don’t need… Continue reading
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“Where Can I find Hope?”
In a world of pain, chaos, and confusion, many people are looking into the future and lacking hope. Many people find themselves asking, “Where can I find hope?” Christians are meant to be people of hope and be equipped to give a reason for our hope, but how do we do that? Continue reading
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“Rethinking Repentance”
What is repentance? Many people think of repentance as a very negative thing and think of it in a very moralistic way. In this sermon, delivered on March 17, 2024 at Christ the Redeemer in Portland, ME, we’re invited to rethink the nature of true biblical repentance. Continue reading
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“Living a Spirit-Strengthened Life”
What does it mean to be strengthened by the Lord? Why does it matter? And how do we experience God’s strengthening power in our lives? Continue reading
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“Running the Race”
The following message is a talk I gave on finding hope in the struggle with sin. It was delivered at a men’s breakfast at the First Congregational Church of Hamilton in 2022. Continue reading
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“Christian Faith”
What is Christian faith? Many people today question the rationality and day-to-day importance of a Christian’s faith. To some, it’s simply a blind leap into the dark. For others, it’s just a crutch for weak-minded people. Continue reading
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“Love Does Not Envy”
The following sermon was delivered at the chapel service of Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary on April 20, 2021. I was very blessed by the invitation and opportunity to share the love of Christ in the light of our envy. Continue reading