There is something of Advent that sparks a bit of revolutionary spirit. Why is this and how does Mary, the innocent, humble, mother of our Lord help well it up within us? We explore the revolutionary nature of Mary's Magnificant and consider why this coming revolution is Good News for all of us.

Our third reflection in the James series takes a look at verses 4-6 of chapter 4, tackles a translation issue, and considers what it means for God to be jealous when our love is directed elsewhere.

James has much to say about our tongues! How can such a small part of our body have such a big impact on those around us! This Sunday we'll consider James 3, the challenge of taming our tongues, and the importance for believers to speak words of peace and grace.

How do we reconcile James and Paul on works and faith? Can we dismiss one and follow the other? When we take a closer look at James, we realize that faith and works go hand in hand and true trusting-solely-in-Jesus-faith bears fruit in the lives of believers.

We continue our study of James with a sermon on the beginning of Chapter 2. What does it mean for followers of Jesus to show no partiality? How does this play out in practice? We take a look at James 2:1-17 and consider how and why believers follow Jesus in this way.

James moves us through a lot of material in Chapter 1, discussing trials, wisdom, wealth, and being "doers of the Word." How are these things tied together and what do they mean for us today? Join us in our sermon series and study as we reflect on Chapter 1 of the Epistle of James. For information on our series and study, see our James Study page on our website: www.goodsamaritansummerville.org/james

Bishop Chip Edgar reflects on the saints before the throne of God on this celebration of All Saints Day.

The religious leaders are seeking to trap Jesus with a question about taxes - should they be paid to the Roman Empire or not? Jesus, instead, makes a statement about God - who he is and who we are in relationship to him. Join us this morning as we explore what it means to give back to God what belongs to him.

The banquet is ready but the guests refuse to come! How will the king respond? Who will he choose? And, what does it mean for us to be called and chosen by the king? Join us this morning as we look at the Parable of the Wedding Banquet and consider the life of a called and chosen follower of Jesus.

What does the resurrection mean for our everyday lives? Well - it changes everything! Today we consider out Jesus' resurrection is the first-fruits, setting in motion the defeat of all of God's enemies. Finally, we'll look at how this hope we have influences how are lives are shaped today.