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Pastor Josh Rhone preaches on April 2, 2023, at Zion Church, a United Methodist congregation, in York, Pennsylvania. Today we take a break from the Nehemiah series as we celebrate Palm Sunday and Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem. We look at the events of the day through the lens of Matthew 21.1-11 and the turmoil that the city was experiencing; as well as the question that so many were asking: "Who is this?" Join us for this week's conversation.

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Pastor Josh Rhone preaches on March 26, 2023, at Zion Church, a United Methodist congregation, in York, Pennsylvania. This weekend we look at Nehemiah 9.38-10.39. This weekend we look at how Nehemiah and the community in Jerusalem continue to respond to the Law which has been read, the feasts that have been observed, and their renewed understanding that God wants to know them and be known by them. Join us for this week's conversation.

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Pastor Josh Rhone preaches on March 19, 2023, at Zion Church, a United Methodist congregation, in York, Pennsylvania. This weekend we look at Nehemiah 9.1-37. Having listened as the Law of the book of Moses was read and having participated in Sukkot, the people of Judah/the inhabitants of Jerusalem enter into a time of remembrance and confession. They recount the history of the relationship between Yahweh and God's chosen people, as well as the many missteps and failures of Judah to honor their covenantal responsibilities. Despite their many failures, God remains "gracious and merciful, slow to anger and abounding in love." Today, we discuss the importance of remembering our past (good or bad), as well as the opportunity that we have to break the cycle with God's help –– embracing, leaning into, and living a new and different life as we follow Christ. Join us for this weekend's conversation!

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Pastor Josh Rhone preaches on March 12, 2023, at Zion Church, a United Methodist congregation, in York, Pennsylvania. This weekend we look at Nehemiah 8. This week we look at two important things that take place in the life of the community which inhabited Jerusalem and had worked diligently to rebuild the walls. First, they assembled for the reading of the book of the Law of Moses; and, second, they observed the "Festival of Booths." Each was celebratory in nature. Yet, each was unique and different. What might we learn from these distinct, unique times of worship? How might our understanding of the praise and worship of God be enriched/deepened? Join us for this week's conversation.

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Pastor Josh Rhone preaches on March 5, 2023, at Zion Church, a United Methodist congregation, in York, Pennsylvania. This weekend we look at Nehemiah 7.7-73. A genealogical record. A long list of names. Today, we look at this list of names and discuss their significance; as well as why they matter in terms of our faith journey.

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Will Harris, Zion Church's Director of Student Ministries, preaches on February 26, 2023, at Zion Church, a United Methodist congregation, in York, Pennsylvania. This weekend we look at Nehemiah 6.15-7.4. Will walks us through what it means to have confident faith, even in the midst of trying and challenging times. Join us for this week's conversation.

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Pastor Josh Rhone preaches on February 22, 2023, at Zion Church, a United Methodist congregation, in York, Pennsylvania. Today's message comes from Zion Church's 2023 Ash Wednesday Service. In the sermon we explore Matthew 6.1-6, 16-21, and discuss what it means to have "Authentic Faith." Please join us for this special message, as we begin the season of Lent together.

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Pastor Josh Rhone preaches on February 19, 2023, at Zion Church, a United Methodist congregation, in York, Pennsylvania. This weekend we look at Nehemiah 6.1-14. Nehemiah and team have successfully rebuilt the walls. Yet, not everyone is pleased. In fact, some in the community are downright angry. As a result, they make plans to harm Nehemiah and thwart the work that is being done. How will Nehemiah respond? And what can we learn from Nehemiah's response to adversity? Join us for this week's sermon.

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Pastor Josh Rhone preaches on February 12, 2023, at Zion Church, a United Methodist congregation, in York, Pennsylvania. This weekend we look at Nehemiah 5.14-19. The walls and gates of Jerusalem lie in ruin. Nehemiah is cupbearer to King Artaxerxes I, of Persia. Although he was born in captivity and despite having never been to Jerusalem, Nehemiah's heart breaks over the brokenness that has been reported. God stirs his heart. Nehemiah has the courage to care. He not only weeps over the situation and cries out to God, but he experiences God's leading. So he, with vulnerability, shares his concern with the king; requests safe passage and supplies; and has the courage to leave all behind to go. In today's Scripture, Nehemiah journeys to Jerusalem and, in so doing, faces opposition. Yet, he doesn't allow the opposition to get the better of him and he doesn't allow the opposition to stop him in his tracks. Today, we look at how a community, of diverse gifts and skills, joins with Nehemiah in the work of rebuilding the walls. Goldsmiths and perfume-makers; priests and homeowners and daughters –– all join in this work. When God is doing a new thing, it includes everyone! As chapter 4 begins, opposition mounts. Sanballat & Tobiah are determined to oppose the work that is taking place –– the new thing that God is doing. In the first part of chapter 5, Nehemiah addresses the "elephant in the room." In the latter half, he provides an example of an alternative way of life –– a life characterized by generosity rather than scarcity; hope rather than fear.

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Pastor Josh Rhone preaches on February 5, 2023, at Zion Church, a United Methodist congregation, in York, Pennsylvania. This weekend we look at Nehemiah 5.1-13. The walls and gates of Jerusalem lie in ruin. Nehemiah is cupbearer to King Artaxerxes I, of Persia. Although he was born in captivity and despite having never been to Jerusalem, Nehemiah's heart breaks over the brokenness that has been reported. God stirs his heart. Nehemiah has the courage to care. He not only weeps over the situation and cries out to God, but he experiences God's leading. So he, with vulnerability, shares his concern with the king; requests safe passage and supplies; and has the courage to leave all behind to go. In today's Scripture, Nehemiah journeys to Jerusalem and, in so doing, faces opposition. Yet, he doesn't allow the opposition to get the better of him and he doesn't allow the opposition to stop him in his tracks. Today, we look at how a community, of diverse gifts and skills, joins with Nehemiah in the work of rebuilding the walls. Goldsmiths and perfume-makers; priests and homeowners and daughters –– all join in this work. When God is doing a new thing, it includes everyone! As chapter 4 begins, opposition mounts. Sanballat & Tobiah are determined to oppose the work that is taking place –– the new thing that God is doing. In chapter 5, Nehemiah addresses the "elephant in the room." 

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