Category Archives: Grace

Experiencing God’s Grace in the Sacraments

This Sunday in Transformation Worship we will share in the sacrament of Holy Communion. Next Sunday the church will sharing in the sacrament of Holy Baptism as I have opportunity to share in the baptism with a beautiful new baby … Continue reading

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Ash Wednesday and the Lenten Season

Today is Ash Wednesday the beginning of the Lenten Season.  In many ways it is a season that is less popular and less enthusiastically observed than some of the more celebratory seasons of Advent, Christmas, and Easter.  It is easy to talk … Continue reading

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I Believe….

I am in the third week on a sermon series in Transformation Worship at First UMC Cedar Falls called “I Believe…”  It is a sermon series based on the outline of doctrines taught in the Apostles’ Creed.  (If you want … Continue reading

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Finding a Passion for Holy Living!

Right now I’m in the process of taking a course on United Methodist History.  I’m currently reading about the early years of John and Charles Wesley’s ministries.  And, though I’ve read about them before, I am again struck with John … Continue reading

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We Must Be Different!

Much of what goes on in our world today is about getting our way, having what we want, working for the good of me and mine.  But Christians are called to be different! My heart has been so grieved at … Continue reading

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