Methodist Temple Sermons

Blessed are they who hunger and thirst after righteousness. A Christian yearns for salvation and righteousness, which are shown above him symbolically as a breastplate and sword. The thirst for salvation (Psalm 42.1) is indicated by a figure drinking from a vase containing the waters of life.

Scripture Reading: Matthew 5:1-6

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Mayor Stephanie Terry shares her thoughts and ideas regarding the parks in our area.

Two figures in their heavenly reward. Below them, and around the lower figure, flows a stole signifying the meek and humble of Christ who assumed the burden of omission. Christ bore our sins, a supreme example of meekness.

Scripture Reading: Matthew 5:1-5

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The hand of blessing descends upon a mourner. Arms outstretched, she gradually emerges from despair and fear to seek solace in God.

Scripture Reading: Matthew 5:1-4

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Christ extends the hand of invitation to the poor who are rising and reaching to meet him. At the bottom of the window, amid briars and thistles, the symbol of sin and worldly interests, stands the rich man in costly clothes that reflect his vanity.

Scripture Reading: Matthew 5:1-3

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The Round Window above the altar represents the Resurrection and Ascension of Christ and the descent of the Holy Spirit.

Scripture Reading: John 20:19-23

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Pastor Andy talks about what it means to love and going out of our way to make sure others feel seen.

Scripture Reading: Mark 16:1-8

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Jesus' entry into Jerusalem is the first scene of the final act. We must remember that in this opening scene of the last week of Jesus' life, he came in peace. As disciples of Jesus, we are sent not to conquer with force, but to bring peace through love. 

Scripture Reading: Mark 11:1-11

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Pastor Andy talks about how we can move from the old way of living to a newer way of living, accepting things we cannot change and controlling ourselves in the face of diversity.

Scripture Reading: Galatians 2:19-20

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For the final night of Open Community, Pastor Andy recaps where we've been, and talks about where we might go from here. If you missed any of the previous weeks, episodes can be found on the podcast channel or on youtube. 

Night 3 https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-994qq-15a2a7d

Night 2 https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-73bdu-1597edc

Night 1 https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-fpezy-158d8cd

Night 4 https://youtu.be/cLBioFAsJiE

Night 3 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jzfOuZ87ox0

Night 2 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a1vqrPHo2xg

Night 1 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PUx-pGySIoI