In his sermon, John Willingham concludes the gap in his Old Testament preaching history by focusing on a passage from the Book of Habakkuk. In that account from the 7th century B.C., the prophet bearing that name shares a vision from God that offers clues about the future of that nation and believer. Join us as we listen in and ponder what that moment from the past has to say to us about the clues our Maker provides for us still.
Jun 19, 2023•22 min•Ep. 104
In the sermon, John Willingham reflects on two Biblical passages that speak of a future end to all hardship. Join us as we ponder those reminders of God’s promises to us and how we best wait until the change appears.
Jun 13, 2023•19 min•Ep. 103
On this Pentecost Sunday, John Willingham focuses on a moment that occurred on October 17, 520 B.C. A new temple was under construction and some old-timers were distressed until the prophet Haggai brought this word from God: “My spirit abides among you; do not fear.” Join us as we ponder the gift that message was to them and its continuing power for us on this Memorial Day weekend 2483 years later.
May 31, 2023•22 min•Ep. 102
In the sermon, John Willingham draws from the Old Testament book of Obadiah where the prophet criticizes the neighbors of ancient Israel for failing to act when Jerusalem was overrun. We join his account to the words of Jesus’ Parable of the Good Samaritan and consider what God might be saying to us when we, too, are bystanders to hurt or evil today.
May 26, 2023•25 min•Ep. 101
DPC Youth Riley B., Gavin J., and Olivia F. offered heartfelt accounts of how God has touched their lives as they have moved through DPC's children and youth ministries over the years.
May 16, 2023•17 min•Ep. 100
During another joint worship service with Second Baptist Church of Doylestown, this time here at DPC, Pastor Robert Hamlin delivered the message in which he called upon each of us to live our lives in a way that represents Jesus.
May 04, 2023•31 min•Ep. 99
In the sermon, John Willingham focuses on words from Hosea. Even though that prophet lived 3,000 years ago, his message speaks with freshness and relevance about our 21st century responsibility to care for God’s good creation. Join us as we listen in on that enduring call and consider our part in making a difference.
Apr 24, 2023•22 min•Ep. 98
A week after Easter, one by one, a few have encountered the risen Jesus. Join in as we ponder along with Thomas, our own encounter with Jesus.
Apr 18, 2023•13 min•Ep. 97
John Willingham explores the interaction between Mary Magdalene and the Risen Jesus as we celebrate the Resurrection of our Lord on Easter Sunday.
Apr 11, 2023•17 min•Ep. 96
In the sermon, John Willingham focuses on the final utterance by Jesus as recorded in John’s gospel. Join us on Palm Sunday as we reflect together on the ongoing meaning and power of his words on the Friday that followed: “It is finished.”
Apr 03, 2023•19 min•Ep. 95
In the sermon, John Willingham focuses on the moment Jesus cries out from the cross “I am thirsty.” In reporting those words, the gospel writer makes a passing statement as to why Jesus said what he did. Join us as we consider the peril and possibilities of claiming to know the mind of Christ.
Mar 28, 2023•22 min•Ep. 94
In the sermon, John Willingham focuses on the parting words of Jesus from the cross that have created the most conversation and consternation over the years. Join us as we ponder the significance of that moment when Jesus cried out “My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?”
Mar 21, 2023•20 min•Ep. 93
In the sermon, John Willingham continues our look at "The Last Seven Words of Jesus," by pondering the moment Christ entrusts his mother to the care of the Beloved Disciple. Join us as we reflect upon those words and the ongoing gift he created with them.
Mar 14, 2023•19 min•Ep. 92
In the sermon, John Willingham continues our Lenten focus on the final words of Jesus. This week we hear his reply to a thief on the cross who asks “Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom.” Join us as we ponder the significance of that request and response.
Mar 07, 2023•21 min•Ep. 91
In the sermon, John Willingham starts our Lenten series that will focus on the Last 7 Words of Jesus. We begin by hearing our Savior ask God to forgive those who had placed him on the cross because “they do not know what they are doing.” Join us as we ponder that gift anew.
Feb 27, 2023•20 min•Ep. 90
In the midst of Black History Month, Pauline Sexton offers a sermon that reflects on a time when Abram was a stranger in a foreign land and how his assumptions about the people were challenged.
Feb 22, 2023•23 min•Ep. 89
In the sermon, John Willingham concludes a two-part look at our twelve-year-old mission statement, focusing on what has occurred in our efforts to be a “beacon of His love.” Join us as we learn of a few ways DPC has sought to embody that mission and are reminded of the work ahead.
Feb 14, 2023•25 min•Ep. 88
Twelve years ago, the Session approved our mission statement to “Be a bridge for Christ and a beacon of His love.” In the sermon, John Willingham reflects on the first part of that affirmation and what we have learned about being a bridge as a people of faith before, during, and since a worldwide pandemic.
Feb 07, 2023•22 min•Ep. 87
Offering the sermon this Sunday is the Reverend Doctor John M. Mulder. John is an honorably retired member of the Mid-Kentucky Presbytery, having served for 22 years as the President of Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary. John will draw from Jesus' focus on forgiveness found within his words as he offered the Lord’s Prayer as a model for us. Join us as we ponder that message together.
Feb 01, 2023•24 min•Ep. 86
In his sermon, John Willingham focuses on two passages that address the freedoms we have as a follower of Jesus Christ. What does that gift mean in the everyday actions that can either support or challenge the journey of others? Join us as we ponder that essential matter together.
Jan 23, 2023•24 min•Ep. 85
In the sermon, John Willingham focuses on a Sabbath when Jesus is challenged by the religious elite because his disciples are not observing the Jewish law as they understand it. In response, Jesus makes clear that there are times when more important standards need to prevail for his followers then and today. Join us as we listen in and ponder the moments when perhaps we should look past the law, too.
Jan 17, 2023•20 min•Ep. 84
In his sermon, John Willingham focuses on a moment when Jesus urged a crowd in the first century to “learn from me.” As descendants in the faith, that remains our calling, too. Join us as we ponder how we best act on his invitation still.
Jan 10, 2023•18 min•Ep. 83
This Sunday we celebrate Epiphany! After gaining inspiration from the story of the magi, you are invited to select a star word, which can serve as a guide for the year ahead. You are encouraged to have a paper and writing utensil on hand to participate during the star selection.
Jan 03, 2023•17 min•Ep. 82
Pastor John Willingham reads from the Book of Luke, recounting the angels spreading the news of Jesus' birth to the shepherds, as we gathered in praise on Christmas Eve.
Dec 28, 2022•16 min•Ep. 81
In the sermon, John Willingham focuses on a song by Mary offered while visiting in the home of Elizabeth and Zechariah. Her words are often spoken of as the Magnificat, a response from that future mother of Jesus to all that God has been doing. Join us as we listen in on this Fourth Sunday of Advent and consider what her words invite us to notice, too.
Dec 22, 2022•20 min•Ep. 80
In the sermon, John Willingham reflects on a reunion between Elizabeth and Mary, first-century kinswomen who had much to celebrate about God’s creative work. Join us as we ponder what unfolded on that day and how it informs the expression of our era: “Blessed to be a blessing.”
Dec 19, 2022•16 min•Ep. 79
In the sermon on Sunday, John Willingham focuses on the Song of Hannah, the response of a first-time mother to the nature of God’s work. Join us as we listen in on her confident words and consider how each of us, during this Season of Advent, might respond in kind.
Dec 08, 2022•24 min•Ep. 78
During Advent our focus will be on moments in Scripture when individuals of the past burst forth in song. On Sunday, John Willingham reflects on one of the oldest portions of the Bible when Moses and the Israelites sing their praise of God for successfully crossing the Red Sea. Join us as we ponder the moments when our hearts and voices might do the same.
Dec 05, 2022•20 min•Ep. 77
In his sermon, John Willingham reflects on what might be the most challenging words Jesus ever uttered. Join us as we listen in on his conversation with the rich, young ruler, seeking a word of hope in spite of the difficult standard for discipleship that Jesus names.
Nov 17, 2022•20 min•Ep. 76
In his sermon, John Willingham focuses on a parable where Jesus contrasts the prayers of a Pharisee and tax collector. The distinction between the two could not be any sharper and offers insights as to how we carry-out our own deeds of faith. Join us as we listen in and seek the word that each of us most needs to hear.
Nov 09, 2022•21 min•Ep. 75
