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Sermons from Starkville First United Methodist Church’s contemporary service. Pastored by Rev. Brian Gordon
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Sunday Dec 19, 2021
Sunday Dec 19, 2021
At creation light entered the physical darkness. At the birth of Jesus the light of the world disrupts a world filled with spiritual darkness. All of history turns on the revelation of God in Jesus.It is at Christmas that the world encounters God in the flesh, in person, dwelling among us. The ultimate disruption.
Sunday Dec 12, 2021
Sunday Dec 12, 2021
Joseph has found out that Mary is expecting a baby even though they have not lived together yet. But, he didn’t know what we know as the readers of Matthew. He has to assume the worst.
What does this reveal about God? God will accomplish his plan of redemption. God normally reveals himself and works through normal circumstances, but when he has to he will take decisive steps to accomplish his plan. He can be trusted, and we cannot screw that up. Therefore we have hope and peace and joy.
Sunday Dec 05, 2021
Sunday Dec 05, 2021
We are often perplexed about what God is doing. Especially if something that is happening in our life is completely disruptive. Our reaction still ought to be similar to Mary’s. Uncertainty about how God will do something is part of our faith journey, but the response of "here I am, your servant" is the right response.