The woman caught in adultery. This event in the life of Jesus is one of the favorites for anyone who wants to make sure no one who is a Christian is “judgmental.” You can’t speak against someone else’s behavior as wrong because we all know, “let he who is without sin cast the first stone.” Is this what Jesus really means? Far from it...
The truths of Jesus are admired by almost everyone...To follow those truths and reap the benefits, however, takes trust in him in the power of the Holy Spirit. Human power can't compete with spiritual power nor be made complete by spiritual power.
Race issues are at the forefront of our nation today. In the light of Jesus being the creator and sustainer of all- some observations...Have a listen
Jesus brings God's intent for the world into focus as he deals with the challenges of his own life. Things happen to Jesus like they happen to you and me.
With attempts by some religions, philosophies, and political factions to stifle speech and information that one disagrees with, Christianity is far different...Test everything!
Sibling relationships are complicated. Jesus and his brothers are no different. Sermon based on John 7:1-9
Most of the teaching of Jesus is not hard to understand...just hard to do! When we follow him, we follow him, not what we want him to be. He embodies what we are meant to be. Sermon on John 6:60-69
When we receive Jesus@ Holy Communion, his nourishment becomes part of our own body as we join him in the world...A sermon of eating the body and drinking the blood of Jesus
Who doesn't love stories of people who come form humble origins and become wealthy or influential? Sometimes we call this a self-made man or woman. Except it is a myth. There is no such thing as a self-made man or woman. We are God-made!
When you partner with Jesus you get out of the boat...
You can have whatever you want when you want what God wants? Needs, wants, and God
Why one would want to explore Christianity and come to know Jesus...
Jesus invites all to examine the evidence of who his is and what that means...
Honoring God means honoring Jesus. Everyone is called to acknowledge what he has done for them, give thanks, and trust in his way.
When the strict law-observant Judaean's are confronted with Jesus' way of thinking there are going to be consequences... A sermon on John 5:9-18
The whole world can see God's Kingdom power in action...Here's a glimpse Sermon based on John 5:1-9
How the Holy Spirit got the short end of the stick in the Christian family tree and what he does about it...Pentecost sermon
Why are we always worrying about the other person when it comes to Jesus? Well, it's as old as the original disciples. Here's what Jesus has to say...
Why do we follow Jesus? It all boils down to love. Debee Jusko, LIFEhouse Youth Ministry Leader, invites us to spend some time with Jesus and Peter.
When Jesus appears to the disciples for the third time after he raises from the dead, they are in for a surprise...
What happens when Jesus spends some time with his disciples after he is risen? Walking through walls, breathing on them...and what about Thomas? Does he get a bad rap? Listen...
100 year anniversary weekend for LIFEHouse Church of Northridge CA. This is the sermon@ the celebration worship based on Jeremiah 29:4-7.
After the resurrection of Jesus, everything begins to change in the world and our relationship with God. It all starts in a garden once again..
Where is he and what do you do now that it is the first day of the new creation? The answer to the first question leads to the answer to the second... (great insights by NT Wright)
The prophecies and bookends of the life of Jesus...
The woman@ the well brings our individual call from God into focus. What is your part in fulfilling God's destiny?
Jesus and the woman at the well have a discussion about life and truth...The wait is over...
"God is good. All the time." Is God really Good? Yes... Here is why...
Martin Luther's key teaching on the role of the Church and the state, both of which he sees as under to direct rule of God. Luther speaks about the two governments, or the two kingdoms.
When Jesus meets the woman at the well there is more than meets the eye...Sermon based on John 4:1-15
