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A Sermon by the Rev'd. Greg Methvin
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A Sermon by the Rev'd. Thomas Kincaid
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A Sermon by the Rev'd. Greg Methvin
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A Sermon by Fr. Bob Johnston
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A Sermon by Matt Larsen
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A Sermon by Fr. Bob Johnston
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* Apollo 11 Support Crew & Capcom "As an American, it was my honor to serve my country by going to the moon aboard Apollo 16 and becoming the 10th man to walk on the lunar surface. We can all share in the accomplishments of the Apollo program, just as we shared that special moment when on July 20, 1969, we watched the televised pictures of the Commander of Apollo 11, Neil Armstrong, as he took his “...giant leap for mankind.” ON THE MOON *" See all the details, recaps and links for Theology Live. Listening options, Pt. 1:
Lily Tomlin has said, “If love is the answer, will you please reframe the question?” Finding the love of your life can be exhausting and heartbreaking. Plus, wherever we look and listen, someone is telling us what love is and how to find it. Greg was formerly the Vicar for Christ Church Plano and has now relocated to Church of the Incarnation! He was ordained as a priest in the Episcopal Church in 2004 after 14 years as a Baptist minister. He holds the Bachelor of Arts degree from Louisiana College and the Master of Divinity with a concentration in biblical languages from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. See all the details, recaps and links for Theology Live. Listening options:
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Helen Keller wrote, “The world is full of suffering, it is also full of overcoming it.“ It takes only a moment to look around us and know that suffering exists in the world. Probably all of us have been touched by it--either in the mundane or in the heart-wrenching. Either way, one cannot escape it’s effect. So how do we cope with suffering? How do we help others? Dr. Steve Danzey has been in the Ministry for many years and is now See all the details, recaps and links for Theology Live. Listening options:
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For the last six years, one topic has been requested by attendees of THEOLOGY LIVE, ALE & THE The Rev. Bob Johnston is priest-in-charge of the Uptown ministry at Church of the Incarnation where he has been on staff since 2004. As a bi-vocational priest, he also works as a patent attorney in downtown See all the details, recaps and links for Theology Live. Listening options:
Theology was once described as the investigation of God and everything else in so far as it relates to God. So how do we relate the current economic mess to God? Is it divine judgment on us? Is it a moment of truth? Or should we rethink what theology itself is? Born in Northern Ireland in 1947, Abraham is currently a Distinguished University Teacher at Perkins School of Theology, Southern Methodist University. Educated at Portora Royal School, Enniskillen and Queen’s University, Belfast, Abraham went on to receive a Master of Divinity Degree from Asbury Theological Seminary in Wilmore, Kentucky and a doctorate in Philosophy of Religion from the University of Oxford, England. He has served as a Methodist minister in Ireland and held the post of Associate Professor of Theology and Philosophy at Seattle Pacific University, and the McCreless Professor of Evangelism and Professor of Philosophy of Religion at Perkins School of Theology. Professor Abraham has authored numerous articles and books in philosophy, theology, and evangelism. In 1991 he wrote a major review article on “The State of Christian Theology in North America” for the Encyclopedia Britannica’s Great Ideas Today. See all the details, recaps and links for Theology Live. Listening options:
Acts 2 5 Now there were staying in Jerusalem God-fearing Jews from every nation under heaven. 6 When they heard this sound, a crowd came together in bewilderment, because each one heard them speaking in his own language. 7 Utterly amazed, they asked: "Are not all these men who are speaking Galileans? 8 Then how is it that each of us hears them in his own native language? 9 Parthians, Medes and Elamites; residents of Mesopotamia, Judea and Cappadocia, Pontus and Asia, 10 Phrygia and Pamphylia, Egypt and the parts of Libya near Cyrene; visitors from Rome 11 (both Jews and converts to Judaism); Cretans and Arabs-we hear them declaring the wonders of God in our own tongues!" 12 Amazed and perplexed, they asked one another, "What does this mean?" 13 Some, however, made fun of them and said, "They have had too much wine."
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THE READING: I John 3:18-24 15 "If you love me, you will obey what I command. 16 And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Counselor to be with you forever— 17 the Spirit of truth. The world cannot accept him, because it neither sees him nor knows him. But you know him, for he lives with you and will be in you. 18 I will not leave you as orphans; I will come to you. 19 Before long, the world will not see me anymore, but you will see me. Because I live, you also will live. 20 On that day you will realize that I am in my Father, and you are in me, and I am in you. 21 Whoever has my commands and obeys them, he is the one who loves me. He who loves me will be loved by my Father, and I too will love him and show myself to him." Listening options:
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THE READING: 33 And when they had come to the place called Calvary, there they crucified Him, and the criminals, one on the right hand and the other on the left. 34 Then Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they do.” And they divided His garments and cast lots. 35 And the people stood looking on. But even the rulers with them sneered, saying, “He saved others; let Him save Himself if He is the Christ, the chosen of God.” 36 The soldiers also mocked Him, coming and offering Him sour wine, 37 and saying, “If You are the King of the Jews, save Yourself.” 38 And an inscription also was written over Him in letters of Greek, Latin, and Hebrew: THIS IS THE KING OF THE JEWS. 39 Then one of the criminals who were hanged blasphemed Him, saying, “If You are the Christ, save Yourself and us.” 40 But the other, answering, rebuked him, saying, “Do you not even fear God, seeing you are under the same condemnation? 41 And we indeed justly, for we receive the due reward of our deeds; but this Man has done nothing wrong.” 42 Then he said to Jesus, “Lord, remember me when You come into Your kingdom.” 43 And Jesus said to him, “Assuredly, I say to you, today you will be with Me in Paradise.” Jesus Dies on the Cross Listening options:
THE READING: Jesus Faces the Sanhedrin Peter Denies Jesus, and Weeps Mark 15 Listening options:
THE READING: I Peter 1:3-9 Carrie continues the "Way of the Cross" series with part 2: "Agony in the Garden", discussing the betrayal of Jesus by Judas. The Prayer in the Garden Listening options:
THE READING: 1 Corinthians 11:23-26 Bob begins an extended series following the Passion week of Christ, starting with the last supper. Jesus Celebrates the Passover with His DisciplesNow on the first day of Unleavened Bread, when they killed the Passover lamb, His disciples said to Him, “Where do You want us to go and prepare, that You may eat the Passover?” Jesus Institutes the Lord’s Supper Listening options:
THE READING: Colossians 3:1-11 What does it mean to "take up your cross" and follow Christ? What does that look like in real life? Father Greg explores these questions in part 1 (Sunday Morning). In part 2 (evening service) Greg continues with practical, nuts-and-bolts ways to take up our cross. Jesus Predicts His Death and ResurrectionMark 8:31 And He began to teach them that the Son of Man must suffer many things, and be rejected by the elders and chief priests and scribes, and be killed, and after three days rise again. 32 He spoke this word openly. Then Peter took Him aside and began to rebuke Him. 33 But when He had turned around and looked at His disciples, He rebuked Peter, saying, “Get behind Me, Satan! For you are not mindful of the things of God, but the things of men.” Take Up the Cross and Follow Him 34 When He had called the people to Himself, with His disciples also, He said to them, “Whoever desires to come after Me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow Me. 35 For whoever desires to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for My sake and the gospel’s will save it. 36 For what will it profit a man if he gains the whole world, and loses his own soul? 37 Or what will a man give in exchange for his soul? 38 For whoever is ashamed of Me and My words in this adulterous and sinful generation, of him the Son of Man also will be ashamed when He comes in the glory of His Father with the holy angels.” Sunday morning Part 1: Sunday evening Part 2:
THE READING: Deuteronomy 4:25-31 11 And He said, "A man had two sons. 12 "The younger of them said to his father, 'Father, give me (A)the share of the estate that falls to me ' So he divided his (B)wealth between them. 13 "And not many days later, the younger son gathered everything together and went on a journey into a distant country, and there he squandered his estate with loose living. 14 "Now when he had spent everything, a severe famine occurred in that country, and he began to be impoverished. 15 "So he went and hired himself out to one of the citizens of that country, and he sent him into his fields to feed swine. 16 "And he would have gladly filled his stomach with the pods that the swine were eating, and no one was giving anything to him. 17 "But when he came to his senses, he said, 'How many of my father's hired men have more than enough bread, but I am dying here with hunger! 18 'I will get up and go to my father, and will say to him, "Father, I have sinned against heaven, and in your sight; 19 I am no longer worthy to be called your son; make me as one of your hired men."' 20 "So he got up and came to his father. But while he was still a long way off, his father saw him and felt compassion for him, and ran and (C)embraced him and kissed him. 21 "And the son said to him, 'Father, I have sinned against heaven and in your sight; I am no longer worthy to be called your son.' 22 "But the father said to his slaves, 'Quickly bring out (D)the best robe and put it on him, and (E)put a ring on his hand and sandals on his feet; 23 and bring the fattened calf, kill it, and let us eat and celebrate; 24 for this son of mine was (F)dead and has come to life again; he was lost and has been found.' And they began to celebrate. 25 "Now his older son was in the field, and when he came and approached the house, he heard music and dancing. 26 "And he summoned one of the servants and began inquiring what these things could be. 27 "And he said to him, 'Your brother has come, and your father has killed the fattened calf because he has received him back safe and sound.' 28 "But he became angry and was not willing to go in; and his father came out and began pleading with him. 29 "But he answered and said to his father, 'Look! For so many years I have been serving you and I have never neglected a command of yours; and yet you have never given me a young goat, so that I might celebrate with my friends; 30 but when this son of yours came, who has devoured your (G)wealth with prostitutes, you killed the fattened calf for him.' 31 "And he said to him, 'Son, you have always been with me, and all that is mine is yours. 32 'But we had to celebrate and rejoice, for this brother of yours was (H)dead and has begun to live, and was lost and has been found.'" Sermon Resources:
February 20th at 7pm in the Great hall Come hear one of the foremost Christian thinkers of our day, Dr. John Patrick at Church of the Incarnation. This special event will be held in the Great Hall on Friday, February 20th at 7pm. Dr. Patrick has inspired thousands to think deeply about Christianity and Culture. Dr. Patrick’s heart for students is his passion and he will also speak about Augustine College. Sponsored by Uptown Ministry and the Dallas Chapter of Christian Medical & Dental Association, anyone is invited to this event. Sermon Resources:
THE READING: Psalm 27 Father Oliver speaks on the credibility of Jesus the Christ -- that on the mountain of transfiguration, the very voice of God re-iterated to those with him that the Son of God was there and they he was to be listened to. That even the disciples bore need of understanding the truth of his Godhead. That even though he lived, ate, and worked with them, he was not to be taken for granted. That the Son of God was to be listened to and obeyed. 2 After six days Jesus took Peter, James and John with him and led them up a high mountain, where they were all alone. There he was transfigured before them. 3 His clothes became dazzling white, whiter than anyone in the world could bleach them. 4 And there appeared before them Elijah and Moses, who were talking with Jesus. 5 Peter said to Jesus, "Rabbi, it is good for us to be here. Let us put up three shelters—one for you, one for Moses and one for Elijah." 6 (He did not know what to say, they were so frightened.) 7 Then a cloud appeared and enveloped them, and a voice came from the cloud: "This is my Son, whom I love. Listen to him!" 8 Suddenly, when they looked around, they no longer saw anyone with them except Jesus. 9 As they were coming down the mountain, Jesus gave them orders not to tell anyone what they had seen until the Son of Man had risen from the dead. Sermon Resources:
THE READING: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 This week Father Bob speaks about our fight to stay on target as a Christian trying to live as God intends; amidst a world full of distractions and perils that can lead us astray. Paul speaks of self-discipline and an ordered way of living to help balance the distractions...how can we do this? Bob speaks about what an outcast was and how it must have affected lepers as Jesus healed them -- he touched them when no one ever had. Once we are healed, we still have a fight on our hands living as God intends. We don't EARN our salvation, grace covers that. However we are called to still make the effort to live well--this is why Paul speaks of running a race and self-discipline. Sermon Resources:
THE READING: 1 Corinthians 8:-1b-13 What does in mean to be a good steward of what God has given you? Do we have a responsibility to share with the Church from that which God has blessed us? Is it arbitrary or is there really a history and reason there? Bishop Burton discusses the topic of stewardship and how it plays a role in our lives. Sermon Resources:
THE READING: Psalms 111 Is it possible to be to familiar with Jesus? Can this be manifested by a lack of awe and devotion to him? Father Greg brings a refreshed perspective on who Jesus really was to the people of his day. How he was different from the other leaders. How he moved with purpose. How he loved them. And how they responded. Sermon Resources:
January 18, 2009| "Follow You Where?" A Sermon by Father Oliver Butler
THE READING: 1 Corinthians 6:11b-20 Sermon Resources:
January 4, 2009| "Is God IM'ing Me?" A Sermon by Father Greg Methvin
Is God IM'ing me? How does God reach out to us? Does he? In the midst of all the voices that resonate in our lives, how do we discern the one that can do the most for us? How do we sense God's leading in our lives? THE READING: Matthew 2 Sermon Resources:
December 28, 2008| "Instructional Eucharist" (In 2 parts) A Sermon by Father Bob Johnston
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December 21, 2008| "The Night That Changed The World" A Sermon by Father Bob Johnston
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December 14, 2008| "Third Sunday of Advent" A Sermon by Father Oliver Butler
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December 7, 2008 | "The Call of the Wild" A Sermon by Father Bob Johnston
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November 30, 2008, Evening Service| "Advent" A Sermon by Father Bob Johnston
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November 30, 2008, Morning Service| "Inclusivity" A Sermon by Father Bob Johnston
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November 23, 2008| "Healing" A Sermon by Father Bob Johnston
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November 16, 2008| "Going All the Way" A Sermon by Father Bob Johnston
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November 9, 2008| "Sheep & Goats" A Sermon by Father Oliver Butler
THE READING: Revelation 21:1-7
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October 17, 2008| "A Tricky Question: God & Government" A Sermon by Father Bob Johnston
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October 12, 2008| "You're Invited...Are You Coming?" A sermon by Father Oliver Butler
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October 5, 2008| "Make It Count: MINISTRY" Part 3 of a 3-part series by Father Bob Johnston
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September 28, 2008| "Make It Count: VOCATION" Part 2 of a 3-part series by Father Bob Johnston
THE READING: 1 Peter 2:18-25 Sermon Resources:
September 21, 2008| "Make It Count: GUIDANCE" Part 1 of a 3-part series by Father Bob Johnston
THE READING: Ephesians 2:1-10 Sermon Resources:
September 14, 2008| "70x7" A Study of the true nature of forgiveness. by Father Oliver Butler
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August 31, 2008| "A Vision for Incarnation" by Bishop Burton
THE READING: Romans 12: 9-11 Sermon Resources:
August 31, 2008| "Let's Go! A Vision for Uptown" by Father Bob Johnston
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August 31, 2008| "Something Worth Sharing" by Father Bob Johnston & Thomas Mccause
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August 24, 2008| "Simon Says" by Father Craig Reed
THE READING: ROMANS 11: 33-36
August 17, 2008| Bliss, pt. 5 "Holding the Right View of Bliss" A Study of the Book of Philippians by Father Bob Johnston
THE READING: PHILIPPIANS 4:2-23
August 10, 2008| Bliss, pt. 4 "The View of Bliss" A Study of the Book of Philippians by Father Bob Johnston & Justin Brooks
THE READING: PHILIPPIANS 3:1-4:1
August 3, 2008| Bliss, pt. 3 "Living Unified in Bliss" A Study of the Book of Philippians by Father Bob Johnston
THE READING: PHILIPPIANS 2:19-30
July 27, 2008| Bliss, pt. 2 "Standing United in Bliss" A Study of the Book of Philippians by Father Oliver Butler
THE READING: PHILIPPIANS 1:27 – 2:18
July 20, 2008| Bliss, pt. 1 "Introducing Bliss" A Study of the Book of Philippians by Father Bob Johnston
THE READING: PHILIPPIANS 1:1-26
July 6, 2008| "To Be Free" A Sermon by Father Oliver Butler
June 29, 2008| "Sex and the City of God" A Sermon by Father Bob Johnston
THE READING: GENESIS 1:26-31
June 23, 2008| Theology Live: Ale & The Almighty 4: "Suffering" A talk by Father Greg Methvin
Greg is the Vicar for Christ Church Plano and directs the day-to-day operations of the ministries of Christ Church. He was ordained as a priest in the Episcopal Church in 2004 after 14 years as a Baptist minister. He holds the Bachelor of Arts degree from Louisiana College and the Master of Divinity with a concentration in biblical languages from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary.
June 16, 2008| Theology Live: Ale & The Almighty 3: "Hypocrisy & the Church" A talk by Father Bob Johnston
The Rev. Bob Johnston is priest-in-charge of the Uptown ministry at Church of the Incarnation where he has been on staff since 2004. As a bi-vocational priest, he also works as a patent attorney in downtown Dallas. He has a mechanical engineering degree from Baylor University and graduate degrees in law, business, and theology from Southern Methodist University. He is married to Robin and has twin sons. While he has passionately served in hosting Theology Live over the years, he is excited to be among this year's speakers! Talk Resources: Part 1/3 Talk Resources: Part 2/3 (Talk + the start of Q & A) Talk Resources: Part 3/3 (Q & A)
June 15, 2008| "Friends" A Sermon by Father Bob Johnston
THE READING: ECCLESIASTES 4:9-12
June 9, 2008| Theology Live: Ale & The Almighty 2: "Tainted Love" A talk by Dr. Davey Naugle
Dr. David K. Naugle is chair and professor of philosophy at Dallas Baptist University where he has worked for seventeen years in both administrative and academic capacities. He earned a Ph.D. in systematic theology, and a Ph.D. in humanities with concentrations in philosophy and English literature. He is also the director of the Paideia College Society, an academic organization now internally funded by DBU. Overall, the PCS seeks to deepen the undergraduate students educational experience through a vision of Christian humanism and classical liberal education in this context. Dr. Naugle serves as a “Fellow” for the Wilberforce Forum, the Christian worldview think tank sponsored by Prison Fellowship near Washington, D. C., and is also on the advisory board of the International Institute of Christian Studies. He is also the author of Worldview: The History of a Concept which was selected by Christianity Today magazine as the 2003 book of the year in the theology and ethics category.
June 8, 2008| "The Great Physician" A Sermon by Father Oliver Butler
THE READING: HOSEA 5:15-6:6
June 2, 2008| Theology Live: Ale & The Almighty 1: "Religion & Politics" A talk by Dr. Billy Abraham
"Many Americans are perplexed (some are furious) about the role of religion in the public square. There are deep dilemmas at the heart of the debate. If religion enters the public square, then it runs the danger of being a source of division and coercion. If it stays out of the public square, then religion runs the risk of being privatized and thus ceases to be itself. If religion goes public, then the separation of church and state is undermined. If it does not go public, the social capital of public life is diminished. Can we resolve these dilemmas? And what should we do?" Born in Northern Ireland in 1947, Abraham is currently a Distinguished University Teacher at Perkins School of Theology, Southern Methodist University. Educated at Portora Royal School, Enniskillen and Queen’s University, Belfast, Abraham went on to receive a Master of Divinity Degree from Asbury Theological Seminary in Wilmore, Kentucky and a doctorate in Philosophy of Religion from the University of Oxford, England. He has served as a Methodist minister in Ireland and held the post of Associate Professor of Theology and Philosophy at Seattle Pacific University, Seattle, Washington and the McCreless Professor of Evangelism and Professor of Philosophy of Religion at Perkins School of Theology. In 1995 he was appointed to the Albert Cook Outler Professor of Theology and Wesley Studies at Perkins, working as a philosophical and systematic theologian in the Wesleyan tradition. Professor Abraham has authored numerous articles and books in philosophy, theology, and evangelism. In 1991 he wrote a major review article on “The State of Christian Theology in North America” for the Encyclopedia Britannica’s Great Ideas Today. His books include: The Divine Inspiration of Holy Scripture, Divine Revelation and the Limits of Historical Criticism, The Coming Great Revival: Recovering the Full Evangelical Tradition, An Introduction to the Philosophy of Religion, and The Logic of Evangelism; The Logic of Renewal; John Wesley for Armchair Theologians; Crossing the Threshold of Divine Revelation. Sermon Resources: Part 1/2 Sermon Resources: Part 2/2
May 11, 2008| "Wind & Fire: Experiencing Pentecost" Part 2/2 of a sermon series by Father Bob Johnston
THE READING: ACTS 2: 1-13
May 4, 2008| "Wind & Fire: Preparing for Pentecost" Part 1/2 of a sermon series by Father Bob Johnston
THE READING: ACTS 1: 6-9
April 27, 2008| "Tied In Knots: ANGER" Part 4/4 in a sermon series by Father Oliver Butler
This is the last installment of a sermon series where we’ve been looking at how to deal with some of the different emotions we experience at different times and try to see how the Christian faith may speak to these emotions. Anger is an emotion we all face from time to time, that impacts decision making, that can cloud our judgment, and that Christians have particularly had a difficult time addressing! What a dangerous emotion to talk about in Church on Sunday morning?! After all, “Anger” is one letter away from “Danger!” Anger is a tough one because it takes on so many faces and varying degrees of presence. From the slightest hint of what might be a dissatisfaction or frustration all the way through absolute rage or fury, we all experience it for different reasons throughout our lives, our days, and it can really affect us, so it is important to take a look at this emotion as Christians. THE READING: EPHESIANS 4: 22-32
April 20, 2008| "Tied In Knots: ANXIETY" Part 3/4 in a sermon series by Father Bob Johnston
THE READING: PHILIPPIANS 4:4-7
April 13, 2008| "Tied In Knots: BURNOUT" Part 2/4 in a sermon series by Father Bob Johnston
THE READING: EXODUS 20:1-17
April 6, 2008| "Tied In Knots: LONLINESS" Part 1/4 in a sermon series by Father Bob Johnston
THE READING: PHILIPPIANS 4:8-9
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February 14, 2010| "Loves Of My Life (Part 5) - "Dating And The Single Life" 
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January 31, 2010| "Loves Of My Life (Part 3) - Marriage" 
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January 17, 2010| "Loves Of My Life (Part 1)" A Sermon by Fr. Bob Johnston
December 13, 2009 I "What To Pack For Bethlehem" 
December 6, 2009| "Happy Birthday Uptown" A Sermon by Fr. Bob Johnston
November 29, 2009 I "What The World's Waiting For" A Sermon by Matt Larrsen
September 6, 2009| "Magnificent" A Sermon by Fr. Bob Johnston
August 30, 2009| Slippery Pathways To God" A Sermon by the Rev'd. Greg Methvin
August 23, 2009| "An Un-American Thing?" A Sermon by Fr. Bob Johnston
August 16, 2009| "Dr. Jekyll And Mr. Hyde" A Sermon by Bishop Tony Burton
August 9, 2009| "Memories Of The Future" A Sermon by Dec. Thomas Kincaid
August 2, 2009| "Taking It Off" A Sermon by Fr. Bob Johnston
June29, 2009| Theology Live '09 V: "Walkin' on the Moon" with Apollo 16 Astronaut Charlie Duke
June22, 2009| Theology Live '09 IV: "Relationships" by the Rev'd. Greg Methvin
June 15, 2009| Theology Live '09 III: "Suffering" by the Rev'd. Dr. Steve Danzey
June 8, 2009| Theology Live '09 II: "Most Controversial Topic" by the Rev'd. Bob Johnston
June 1, 2009| Theology Live '09 I: "The Economy" by Dr. Billy Abraham
May 10, 2009| "Naughty and Alone" A Sermon by Father Bob
April 19, 2009| "Faith and Doubt " A Sermon by Father Bob
April 12, 2009| "A New World " A Sermon by Father Bob
April 5, 2009| "The Crucifixion " A Sermon by Father Greg Methvin
March 29, 2009| "Innocence Condemned" A Sermon by Deacon Dorothy Budd
March 22, 2009| "Agony in the Garden " A Sermon by Carrie Boren
March 15, 2009| "The Last Supper " A Sermon by Fr. Bob Johnston
March 1, 2009| "Life in the Pig Pen " A Sermon by Fr. Matthew Olver
"Christianity & Culture" Lecture by Dr. John Patrick
February 15, 2009| "The Fight of Your Life" A Sermon by Father Bob
February 8, 2009| "Celebrity Idol Dining Club?" A Sermon by Bishop Burton
February 1, 2009| "More than a mall cop?" A Sermon by Father Greg Methvin
A challenge by Father Bob to evaluate our zeal. What is our attitude as a Christian? How much do we want to grow? Locally, do we have a desire to reach out and change the city of Dallas for the better? What are we doing to that end?
Go ye therefore in to all the world and preach the gospel...What does this mean to us today? Why is that some Christians are so able to share their faith openly and tangibly and others are not? Is it personality? Is it technique? Is it an option?
What does the scripture have to say about how to purport ourselves in our intimate relationships?
"Eugene Peterson writes that suffering is pain plus…the painful incident followed by fears, doubts, and deep wounds. Our experiences of suffering can crack our faith and crush our hopes. But can our faith also help face our hurts and point a way through the pain? Join Greg Methvin as we take on these questions and search for practical wisdom that will help us deal with our sufferings and deepen our faith in God."
Anger is real, and throughout history and everyday right now, this sometimes unbridled emotion has driven people to hurt, destroy, manipulate, and kill other people. We see too clearly why it is important to control our anger everyday in the news, because uncontrolled anger, that leads to wrath and violence is what is destructive. Anger suppression, or not dealing our own feelings of anger, can lead to different types of damage – of others, of course, but also of the self. We can’t just ignore our feelings, or put a different label on it and expect it to vanish. But anger can also be what drives us to right wrongs, fight injustices, and stand up for those who cannot stand up for themselves.
