The Humble Father (Luke 15)
This sermon was originally preached on June 12, 2020 (Father’s Day) in Nairobi, Kenya. I invite you to take a few moments to listen to a message on “The Humble Father.” The text is Luke 15. Traditionally this story is known as “The Prodigal Son.” (Artwork is by Rembrandt, d. 1669).
Joseph Series # 7 - The Life Of Faith (Genesis 43)
This message is about how God calls His people to live lives of faith. Real faith is not frivolous. Real faith is faithful, and leads us to put our lives on the line. Real faith is selfless, and leads us to lay down that which is most precious to us. Real faith causes us to eventually see that God works in our lives through human means. Moreover, real faith will help us to determine that God does not treat us as our sins deserve. (This sermon was originally preached in Nairobi, Kenya on June 14, 2020. Artwork is by Bacchiacca, d. 1557).
What’s In A Name (Exodus 3, 33, 34)
This sermon was originally "preached" online for Karen Vineyard Church (KVC) in Nairobi, Kenya. The message addresses the Name of God. God's Name reveals His character. I invite you to pause to consider what God has revealed about His own Name/character in Exodus chapters 3, 33, and 34. (Artwork is by Domenico Fetti, d. 1623).
Joseph Series # 6 - How God Causes Everything To Work Together For Our Good (Genesis 42)
This is the sixth message in the Joseph series. It was originally preached on June 7, 2020 in Nairobi, Kenya. I invite you to take a few minutes to consider how it is that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love Him. (Artwork is by Jacopo da Pontormo, d. 1557).
The Woman At The Well (John 4)
This message is about "The Woman At The Well" from John 4. It was "preached" online for Karen Vineyard Church (KVC) in Nairobi, Kenya on May 31, 2020. I invite you to take a few minutes to consider what personal things Jesus might have to say to you today. (Artwork is by Paolo Veronese, d. 1588).
Joseph Series # 5 - God Speaks And Lives (Genesis 41)
This is the fifth message in the Joseph series. The title is "God Speaks And Lives." I invite you to spend a few minutes listening to an exposition of Genesis 41. See how God utterly changes Joseph's life when he appears before Pharaoh. (This sermon was originally preached on May 24, 2020. Artwork is by Lawrence Alma Tadema, d. 1912).
Joseph Series # 4 - The Language Of God (Genesis 40)
This message was the fourth in a series on Joseph. The text was Genesis 40. The title of the sermon was “The Language Of God.” I invite you to take a few minutes to learn how it is that God speaks to us. Consider with me what the book of Genesis (and the story of Joseph, the Cupbearer, and the Baker) can teach us about God’s means of communication. (This message was originally preached in Nairobi, Kenya on May 17, 2020. Artwork is by Alexander Ivanov, d. 1858).
Joseph Series # 3 - The Hero’s Test (Genesis 39)
This message is entitled “The Hero’s Test.” It was originally preached on May 10, 2020 in Nairobi, Kenya. The text is Genesis 39. This is the story of Joseph and Potiphar’s Wife. I invite you to take a moment to consider the question, “What does a real hero look like?” (Artwork is by Ludovico Cigoli, d. 1613).
Joseph Series # 2 - The Breakthrough Of God’s Good Over Our Evil (Genesis 38)
This week the sermon continued the narrative of Jacob's sons. The chapter in focus was Genesis 38. I invite you to take time to hear the story of Judah and Tamar in this message entitled "The Breakthrough of God's Good over Our Evil." (This message was initially preached on May 3, 2020 in Nairobi, Kenya. Artwork is by Rembrandt, d. 1669).
Joseph Series # 1 - The Lord Of The Dreams (Genesis 37)
Today's message was from Genesis 37. It is titled "The Lord Of The Dreams." I invite you to take a few minutes to listen and consider how God worked out his plan in Joseph's life. (Artwork is by Ford Madox Brown, d. 1893).
How Encountering The Risen Jesus Changes Our Lives (John 20)
This sermon was originally preached on Easter Sunday, April 12, 2020 in Nairobi, Kenya. The message is from John 20. The topic is how encountering the risen Jesus changes our lives. (Artwork is by Caravaggio, d. 1610).
The Triumphal Entry (Matthew 22)
Today’s sermon is on The Triumphal Entry (and related stories). It was preached on Palm Sunday, April 5, 2020 in Nairobi, Kenya. I invite you to watch this video to see a treatment of Jesus’ kingly entry into Jerusalem, His “cleansing” of the temple, and His cursing of the fig tree. (Artwork is by Anthony van Dyck, d. 1641).