2 Timothy 1:2-14

This sermons reflects on the need for mentors imparting into a younger generation just as Paul invested in Timothy. As we model living for Christ, let's invite others into that pattern of life.

In this new episode, we hear from Rev. Dr. Patricia Hunter who serves at both historic Seattle First Baptist and Mount Zion baptist. In our time together we discuss her ministry, pastoring in different cultures, the Black Lives Matter movement and more. We're thankful for her engaging conversation and reflections. We apologize that there are times where the recorded audio is disrupted because of network trouble.

Pastor Sam shares about how all Asian Americans need to confront the message about Asians being portrayed as a "Model Minority". When we confront racial myths, we discover how they can say false statements about ourselves and also the way in which we judge other ethnicities. The Apostle Paul's letter to the Galatians challenged the church at the time to reject their worldly judgments of each other to remember the essence of the gospel. 

Micah 6:6-8

Our Executive Minister, Rev. Douglas Avilesbernal shares with us his address to all the churches of our Evergreen Association of American Baptist Churches. He exhorts us and reminds us as God's people that we are called to faithfully pursue justice wherever we go.

Psalm 137

This sermon talks about the need for us to be willing to pray the difficult and honest prayers within our hearts. As we come truthfully before God, we will encounter God's true healing and Grace.

Pastor Sam speaks candidly about the seriousness of what transpired at St. John's Church in Washington, DC when President Trump used it as the backdrop for a photo op.

Acts 2:1-8

This sermon reminds us of the importance of the Holy Spirit in the Christian life. Let us all press in to come alive to the Spirit daily.

Pastor Sam has an online conversation with local artist May Kytonen about her identity as an artist and an Asian American. Also, we discuss her work that is currently installed in the JBC Narthex, "In the Fabric of Space and Time".

Romans 12:3-8

This sermon reminds us that God has given us all unique talents and gifts for the sake of blessing our faith community and beyond! Everyone is called to be a minister in Christ's name.

Pastor Sam shares some thoughts relating to current events and how God has called us to be agents of reconciliation and grace just as Christ was.