A Sabbatical In Ruins -- Excitement of the Dig. In his "For Your Thoughtful Consideration" column for May-June, Pastor Buuck discusses the reasons for his choosing the archaeological dig at Bethsaida in Israel and some facts that are known about it. Sermons The Heart of the Lamb. When we look at Jesus on the cross, we see the Lamb of God, and the heart of God. Listen to what Jesus says on the cross to sense his compassion, his suffering, and his accomplishment. Delivered on Good Friday, March 21, 2008. The Lamb Claims His Feast. Jesus was the Lamb of God who claimed and changed the Passover Feast, turning it into fulfilled prophecy. Follow the use of lambs in Israel as Pastor Buuck relates it to the Maundy Thursday service. Delivered March 20, 2008 Jerusalem On Palm Sunday: Marching For Freedom. Would you believe that the "Hosanna" and "Son of David" calls and the palm branches on Palm Sunday were an independence day parade? The Gospel of John and Pastor Buuck "adjust" our view of that day. Delivered March 16, 2008. The Scandal of Heaven on Earth. Can heaven and eternal life be present now, for us? Based on John 11:25-27, Pastor Buuck presents Biblical truth as a scandal to the rational, modern mind. Delivered March 9, 2008. Stores About Listening To God. The ancient Tempter tried to subvert the plans of God by enticing people to listen to him instead of to God. Jesus succeeded where Adam and Eve failed. We hear Adam and Matthew tell their stories, delived February 10, 2008 Stephen's Lesson. From the story of the first Christian martyr, Stephen, and the Apostle Peter's words to people expecting persecution, we get a lesson on Christian trials. Stories of modern trials follow. Delivered April 13, 2008. Peter, What's Come Over You?!. All three Scripture readings on this Sunday include Simon Peter. His change from two weeks ago is remarkable. We can relate to his weaknesses, but can we find some of his strength? Delivered March 30, 2008. Your Goal, God's Goal...?. There are basically two compasses to guide us in this life. How do you know which one is God's? How do you know your life goals line up with God's? Based on Romans 8:6, this sermon was delivered on March 2, 2008. "It's Time To Listen". The time of Lent this year will be a time to listen for the voice of God. Pastor Buuck explains what he has in mind. The text is the story of Jesus' Transfiguration from Matthew 17:1-9, delivered February 3, 2008. Who Needs the Light?. Using new knowledge of Galilee, Pastor Buuck sees new meaning in two Scripture passages. The "Light" of Jesus shines on our world, and into our human needs. Delivered January 27, 2008 The Faith of a Disciple. What did that early disciple of Jesus, the "Disciple Jesus Loved," actually see and actually believe that first Easter day? And what does today's "Disciple Jesus Loves" believe? Delivered Easter Sunday, March 23, 2008. Easter: Jesus, Before and After - Or, The Sky's the Limit. Based on St. John's account of Easter (20:1-18), Mary Magdalene got to the tomb first and met Jesus first. What did she see? How had Jesus changed...or not? What does this mean for you? Delivered early on Easter, March 23, 2008. The Water of Life, or, "Who, Me, Listen to Jesus?". Pastor Buuck imagines how the woman who met Jesus at the well in Samaria might have told her story. Is it possible for us to have a "chat" with Jesus even today? Delivered February 17, 2008 |
