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Talking About the Passion: Sermons from Holy Cross Lutheran Church episodes
- Lenten Homily on Genesis 1 & 2, Preached by Jonathan Warren on 2/21/24
God invites us to share life with himself
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13 min - Everyone who thirsts! (Lenten Homily on Isaiah 55, Preached by Brandy Holloway)
God provides abundant water for all who thirst.
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14 min - Judgment, Repentance, and the Pathway to Peace (Numbers 21:4-9)
Our story from the book of Numbers today shows us that God's judgment is not merely punitive but serves as a revelation of what happens when we turn away from the good gifts that God offers. The Christian understanding of repentance offers us a redemptive pathway to transformation and new life.
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19 min - Embracing the Promise (Gen. 17, delivered on the 2nd Sunday in Lent, 2/25/24)In scripture-- and in our everyday lives-- names reflect identity and purpose. Abraham, originally named Abram, is promised by God to be the ancestor of a multitude of nations, with his name changed to reflect this new identity.Despite Abraham's moments of doubt and wavering faith, God's steadfast love and promise remain unchanged. Abraham's journey of faith is a model for believers today, even in the midst of struggles and uncertainties that accompany the Christian walk.Through Abraham's sto...18 min
- Embracing the Urgency of Now (2 Corinthians 5; Delivered Ash Wednesday, 2/14/24)Paul's message to the Corinthians emphasizes the importance of embracing the present moment. There are real obstacles to a deeper life with God, both obvious and subtle. This Lenten season is a time to simplify, focus, and make room for Jesus and the transformative power of his presence. Support the Show.18 min
- Beyond Words (Mark 1:21-28; delivered on the fourth Sunday after Epiphany, 1/28/24)Mark tells us that Jesus taught as one with authority...even though we do not actually hear the CONTENT of his teaching. That's because Jesus' authority comes not from somewhere else, but is rooted in his own identity. Our call as disciples is to move beyond mere recognition of Jesus' authority to a transformative recognition of his power and goodness.Support the Show.13 min
- The Risk of Love (Genesis 9; delivered 1st Sunday in Lent, 2/18/24)God's covenant with Noah and all creation is grounded in a unilateral promise: a commitment to never again destroy the earth with a flood. Through the symbol of the rainbow, God demonstrates vulnerability and a willingness to risk all for love.Love demands sacrifices and risks, whether it's enduring sleepless nights for a sick child or intervening in a friend's destructive behavior. Just as God takes risks in his covenant with humanity, humans are called to sacrificial love, dying to themselv...16 min
- Living the Story (Exodus 20, delivered 3rd Sunday in Lent, 3/3/24)Grounded in the Exodus narrative, the Ten Commandments are not mere abstract rules but a vital part of a larger story of liberation and covenantal relationship between God and humanity. The Ten Commandments are gifts from God designed to lead humanity toward flourishing and abundant life; guides for living in alignment with God's covenant of grace, fostering faithful and courageous living.Support the Show.15 min
- Beyond Expectations (John 2:1-11, delivered on the 5th Sunday after Epiphany, 2/4/24)Jesus not only provides for physical needs but also sees and responds to the deeper desires of our hearts. Jesus' ministry is about far more than mere provision for our needs, but about giving us extravagant joy and fulfillment beyond all our expectations.Support the Show.11 min
- Listening for the Spirit (1 Samuel 3:1-10)
Samuel's journey, like ours, involves navigating the mystery of God's work in our lives.
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About Talking About the Passion: Sermons from Holy Cross Lutheran Church
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Weekly Sermons from Holy Cross Lutheran Church. We serve the community of Athens, and the students of the University of Georgia, by preaching and living out the good news of Jesus Christ and his…
saving love for the world. We worship each Sunday at 10:00am at Holy Cross Lutheran Church (800 Westlake Drive).