Sermons at Beargrass

2008 Sermons May 11, 2008: Walking with Power Acts 2:1-21 (Leigh Bond) May 4, 2008: Walking with Illumination Acts 1:6-14 (Leigh Bond) April 20, 2008: Walking with Faith Luke 24:36-53 (Leigh Bond) March 24, 2008:Easter. Unbinding Our Doubts John 20:19-31 (Leigh Bond) March 16 , 2008: Unbinding Our Faith Matthew 14:22-33 (Leigh Bond) Following Jesus to places we ordinarily would not go. March 9, 2008: Unbinding Our Church Home Mark 2:1-12 (Leigh Bond) Practicing hospitality in the house of the Lord. February 24, 2008: Unbinding Our Conversations John 4:7-10, 16-29 (Leigh Bond) Just talking with people can change their lives. February 17, 2008: God's Own People 1 Peter 2:1-10 (Leigh Bond) at Third Central UCC February 17, 2008: Unbinding Our Prayers Luke 5:1-10 (Leigh Bond) Let's think about different approaches for our prayers. February 10, 2008: Unbinding Our Lives Acts 9:1-19 (Leigh Bond) Saul/Paul's conversion; what do we have to say about our faith? February 3, 2008: A Heart of Awe Matthew 17:1-9 (Leigh Bond) The story of the transfiguration. January 27, 2008: A Heart for Ministry Matthew 4:12-23 (Leigh Bond) The beginning of Jesus' public ministry, our call to service. January 20, 2008: A Heart of Excitement John 1:29-42 (Leigh Bond) "State of Church" Address, a call to discipleship. January 13, 2008: A Heart of Purity Matthew 3:13-17 (Leigh Bond) Jesus' baptism, renewal of our baptismal covenant. January 6, 2008: A Heart of Giving Matthew 2:1-12 (Leigh Bond) Story of magi, what gifts will we share in this New Year? 2007 Sermons December 24, 2007: A Heart of Light John 1:1-4, 14-18 (Leigh Bond) Celebrating and sharing Jesus as the Light of the world. December 23, 2007: A Heart of Love Matthew 1:18-25 (Leigh Bond) Love December 16, 2007: A Heart of Joy Matthew 11:2-11 (Leigh Bond) Hope December 9, 2007: A Heart of Hope Matthew 3:1-12 (Leigh Bond) Hope November 25, 2007: Homecoming Jeremiah 23:1-8 (Leigh Bond) The prophet's prediction for restoration for God's people. November 18, 2007: Grateful Praise Isaiah 12 (Leigh Bond) Thanksgiving for God's blessing. November 11, 2007: The God of the Living Luke 20:27-40 (Leigh Bond) November 10, 2007: Words of Affirmation & Assurance for Rev. Mary Beth Guy (Leigh Bond) November 4, 2007: The Joy of Letting go Luke 19:11-27 (Leigh Bond) October 28, 2007: Tran$formation Luke 19:1-10 (Leigh Bond) October 21 , 2007: The Widow and the Judge Luke 18:1-8 (Steven Straub) October 14, 2007: But as for You . . . 2 Timothy 3:14-4:5 (Leigh Bond) Timothy (we are encouraged to hold on, persevere. September 30, 2007: Thank God for Lois and Eunice 2 Timothy 1:1-14 (Leigh Bond) Finding strength in community/communion. September 23, 2007: Not the MBA We Bargained For Luke 16:1-13 (Leigh Bond) Jesus challenges us to try to serve two masters. September 16, 2007: Lost Luke 15:1-10 (Leigh Bond) There is great joy when the "lost" are found. September 9, 2007: Clay Jeremiah 18:1-11 (Julie Richardson Brown) September 2 , 2007: Don't Let Up Luke 14:25-33 (Leigh Bond) Jesus presents some radical demands for discipleship. August 26, 2007: On Being Puffed Up Luke 14:1, 7-14 (Leigh Bond) Jesus reminds us about the need for humility. August 19, 2007: Don't Get Hung Up Luke 13:10-17, 14-1-6 (Leigh Bond) Jesus reminds us to offer help––whenever it's needed. August 12, 2007: On Not Giving Up Luke 13:1-9, 18-21 (Leigh Bond) Parables of the fig tree, mustard seed, yeast––patience. July 29, 2007: Freshening Up Luke 11:1-13 (Leigh Bond) Jesus offers words to strengthen our spirits and service. July 22, 2007: Listen Up! Luke 10:38-42 (Tommy Cook) The story of Martha and Mary July 15, 2007: Christ in You! The Hope of Glory! Colossians 1:15-29 (Dr. Bond) The Spirit helps us grow and mature in our faith. July 8, 2007: Christ in You! The Promise of Growth Colossians 1:1-14 (Dr. Bond) Our relationship with Jesus provides fertile ground for the growth of faith, love, and hope in our lives. June 17, 2007: A New Spirit of Hope Romans 5:1-5 (Dr. Bond) June 10, 2007: A New Spirit of Truth John 16:12-15 (Dr. Bond) June 3, 2007: A New Spirit John 14:15-18, 25-27 (Dr. Bond) May 20, 2007: Arise and Be United John 17:20-26 (Dr. Bond) Jesus' prayer that we remain united; God's love unites us all and is what holds us together despite our differences. May 6, 2007: Arise and Love One Another John 13:31-35 (Dr. Bond) Jesus' "new" commandment––to love ech other as he has loved us. Showing our discipleship by our love. April 29, 2007: Arise and Listen John 10:22-30 (Dr. Bond) Jesus' "sheep" hear his voice; we are invited to listen for God's voice in the midst of our busy lives. April 22, 2007: Arise and Follow John 21:15-19 (Dr. Bond) Jesus' conversation with Peter––"Feed my sheep; follow me." We are called to do the same. April 15, 2007: Arise and Believe John 20:19-31 (Dr. Bond) Jesus appears to the disciples and Thomas; our challenge to believe even though we have not seen. April 8, 2007: Fear has Died . . . Faith has Come John 20:1-18 (Dr. Bond) Easter celebration, fear gives way to faith and trust in God. April 1, 2007: Despair has Died . . . Hope has Come Luke 19:28-40 (Dr. Bond) Palm Sunday celebration of the hope Jesus brings to us. March 25, 2007: Rejection has Died . . . Reconciliation has Come Luke 15:1-3, 11b-32 (Dr. Bond) Prodigal son story, a reminder that God welcomes us home–—even when others may not. March 18, 2007: Pride has Died . . . New Perspectives have Come Philippians 3:4b-15 (Dr. Bond) An invitation to let go of the past, let go of personal pride, and "press on" to embrace God's call upon our lives. March 11, 2007: Darkness has Died . . . Light has Come Psalm 27 (Dr. Bond) An affirmation that God gives us light, strength, and courage to overcome difficult times. March 4, 2007: Temptation has Died . . . Trust has Come Luke 4:1-13 (Dr. Bond) Finding strength in God to resist temptation. February 18, 2007 at 6:00 p.m.: Written on Our Hearts Jeremiah 31:31-34 (Dr. Bond) February 18, 2007: A New Glimpse of Glory Luke 9:28-36 (Dr. Bond) Transfiguration of Jesus, how do we see him? February 11, 2007: A New Sense of Blessing Luke 6:17-26 (Dr. Bond) Sermon on the Plain, a new way of understanding blessings/woes in the reign of God February 4, 2007: New Plans and Purposes Luke 5:1-11 (Dr. Bond) Fishing story, the calling of the disciples and new possiblities for their lives January 28, 2007: The Problems with New Perspectives Luke 4:21-30 (Dr. Bond) "No prophet accepted in his hometown," the difficulty in accepting/sharing new ideas January 21, 2007: Fruit of the Rooms John 14:31-15:10 (Dr. Bond) Vine/branches image––where new sanctuary/we fit into the picture January 21, 2007: "State of the Church" Address Luke 4:14-21 (Dr. Bond) Jesus' job description––and ours January 7, 2007: Why I Am A Disciple Isaiah 43:16-21 (Dr. Hull). "I am about to do a new thing." 2006 Sermons December 24, 2006: New Birth Luke 4:2:1-20 (Dr. Bond). Celebration of Jesus' birth, the possibility of ew birth for us. December 23, 2006: New Light Luke 1:67-79 (Dr. Bond). Zechariah's prophesy––"one who will give light to those in darkness" December 16, 2006: New Love Luke 1:26-38 (Dr. Bond). The annunciation of Jesus' birth to Mary. December 10, 2006: New Joy Luke 1:39-45 (Dr. Bond).Mary and Elizabeth's experiences together, the joy they shared. December 3 , 2006: New Hope Luke 21:25-36 (Dr. Bond). Introduction to the Advent season, the promise of hope. November 19, 2006 Evening:Oblivious to the Obvious Luke 17:11-19 (Dr. Bond). Community Thanksgiving Service. November 19, 2006:Professing Our Blessings Psalm 1 (Dr. Bond). Gratitude, giving thanks for God's bounty and blessings. November 12, 2006:Staying Focused Mark 13:1-8 (Dr. Bond). Remaining disciples in the midst of difficult distractions. November 5, 2006:The Widow's Might Mark 12:38-44 (Dr. Bond). Stewardship, Commitment of Pledges. October 15, 2006: What Must I Do? Mark 10:17-31 (Dr. Bond). Stewardship, seeking spiritual treasure first. October 8, 2006: Finding God Job 1:1, 2:1-10 (Rev. Brown). Where is God when bad things happen? October 1, 2006: The Bread of Compassion Mark 6:30-44 (Dr. Bond). Feeding of 5000, World Communion Celebration.   September 24, 2006: Climbing Ladders and Carrying Crosses Mark 8:27-38 (Dr. Bond). Self-denial, taking up the cross of discipleship. September 17, 2006: Eyes to See, Ears to Hear Mark 7:31-37 (Dr. Bond). Jesus "opens our eyes and ears." September 10, 2006: Crumbs and Compassion Mark 7:24-30 (Dr. Bond). Jesus ministers to "outsiders," offering an example to us. September 3, 2006, 8;00 a.m.: For Everything There is a Season Ecclesiastes 3:1-18. (Dr. Bond). Closing of the 8:00 a.m. service. September 3, 2006: Dirty Hands and Clean Hearts! Mark 7:1-8, 14-15, 21-23 (Dr. Bond). Jesus desires that our hearts be cleansed, not our hands. August 27, 2006: Be Strong! Ephesians 6:10-24 (Dr. Bond). Finding strenght in God to face life's difficulties. August 20, 2006: Be Careful! Ephesians 5:3-20 (Dr. Bond). Living the Christian life; choosing paths of discipleship. August 13, 2006: Be Changed! Ephesians 4:25-5:2 (Dr. Bond). Responding to God's challenge to be transformed. August 5, 2006: Be Filled! Ephesians 3:14-21 (Dr. Bond). Opening ourselves to God's indwelling Spirit. July 23, 2006: Be Blessed! Ephesians 1:1-14 (Dr. Bond). Celebrating our spiritual blessings in Christ. July 16, 2006: A Reason to Sing 2 Samuel 6:1-5, 12b-19 (Rev. Brown). God gives us a reason to sing. June 25, 2006: God IS for Us! Romans 8:28-39 (Dr.Bond). God IS for Us! June 18, 2006: With Sighs Too Deep for Words Romans 8:18-27 (Dr.Bond). Finding hope in hopeless situations. June 11, 2006: By the Spirit Romans 8:1-17 (Dr.Bond). Charateristics of the "spirit-led" life. June 4, 2006: All Present and Accounted For Acts 2:1-21 (Dr.Bond). God's inclusive invitation to hear the Good News. May 28, 2006: Go into the World John 17:6-19 (Dr.Bond). Jesus prays for his disciples. As he was sent into the world by God, we are sent by him to share God's love with others. May 14, 2006: Go and Bear Fruit John 15:1-17 (Dr.Bond). As we abide in God, we bear fruit. What kinds of "fruit" can we bear as God's people in this world? May 7, 2006: Go, Lay Down Your Life John 10:11-18 (Dr.Bond). Jesus is the good shepherd who lays down his life for us. As his disciples, we are to find ways to lay down our lives for others. April 23, 2006: Go and Tell John 20:19-31 (Dr.Bond). As the disciples shared the Good News of Jesus' resurrection with Thomas, we are to share that Good News with others. April 16, 2006: Healing and Hope: The Resurrection John 20:1-18 (Dr.Bond). Living with "resurrection" hope. April 9, 2006: Healing and Hope: The Cross Mark 11:1-11 (Dr.Bond). Finding hope in the cross. April 2, 2006: Healing and Hope: Forgiveness Jeremiah 31:31-34 (Dr.Bond). Experiencing healing through accepting/granting forgiveness. March 26, 2006: Healing and Hope: The Gift of Grace Ephesians 2:4-10 (Dr.Bond). Finding healing and hope in God's gift of grace. March 19, 2006: Healing and Hope: Cleaning House John 2:13-22 (Dr.Bond). Discovering healing/hope through the process of "letting go" of things in our lives. March 5, 2006: Healing and Hope: Temptation Mark 1:11-12; 8:31-38 (Dr.Bond). Finding/gaining strength in times of temptation. March 1, 2006: "Of Ashes, Dust, and New Life" Psalm 90:1-12 (Dr.Bond). Out with the old, in with the new. February 19, 2006: Amazed, by God Mark 2:1-12 (Dr.Bond). Story of healing of paralytic; are we amazed by what God does in our lives, the world? February 5, 2006: Healed, by God Mark 1:29-39 (Dr.Bond). The healing Jesus brings; what are some ways we can continue his healing ministry? January 29, 2006: Authorized, by God Mark 1:21-28 (Dr.Bond). Jesus teaches "with authority;" we have authority to continue his ministry. January 22, 2006: Invited, by God Mark 1:14-20 (Dr.Bond). "State of Church" Address; our call to discipleship. January 15, 2006: Called, by God 1 Samuel 3:1-10 (Dr.Bond). Listening for/responding to God's call. January 8, 2006: Defined, by God Mark 1:4-11 (Dr.Bond). Service of baptismal renewal; re-defining our lives through baptism. January 1, 2006: The Promise of a New Year Luke 2:22-40 (Dr.Bond). New Year's Day Return to Top