Is Life Meaningless?
If you’ve ever read through the Old Testament book of Ecclesiastes, you might have felt its weight—a sense of futility, even despair....
Well Done, My Good and Faithful Servant
The hope of hearing the words, “Well done, good and faithful servant,” at the end of our journey is something that drives many (Matthew...
Hold Fast to Hope: Jesus’ Message for the Doubting Heart
Jesus saith unto her, Touch me not; for I am not yet ascended to my Father: but go to my brethren, and say unto them, I ascend unto my...
Hope in Judgment: Isaiah 1-40
As we’ve been going through a sermon series on Isaiah, we’re seeing the ups and downs of God’s message to His people—messages...
The Benediction: God’s Good Word to His People
In the rhythm of the church’s liturgy, one element often overlooked is the benediction. Derived from the Latin word benedictio, meaning...
The Song of Response
In the flow of worship, the Song of Response follows the sermon, providing a moment for the congregation to respond to God’s Word...
The Sermon: Proclaiming Christ
It is not merely a motivational speech or a platform for personal opinions; rather, the sermon is where the gospel message—the good news...
The Prayer of Illumination: Seeking God’s Guidance
In the order of worship, the Prayer of Illumination is typically found preceding the sermon. This prayer asks God to illuminate the hearts...
Scripture Reading: Before the Sermon
In the liturgy, the reading of the sermon text is a vital moment. It allows the congregation to hear God’s Word directly for...