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    The Blessings Of Hardships

    Contributed by Fr. Rian Adams on Aug 26, 2019
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    Jesus said he came to, "send fire on the earth." This sermon takes a unique approach on this idea and uses the fire metaphor as a purging of the things inside us that hinder us from becoming who we can be through God.

    The Blessing of Hardships Since this Gospel reading is intense, I thought I’d begin by admitting something kind of funny about it. When I read it this week, I pictured Jesus at a Charlie Daniels concert singing, “Fire on the mountain run boys run.” It also made me wonder, “… how am I supposed ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    Everyone's Invited To The Reception

    Contributed by Fr. Rian Adams on Sep 2, 2019
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    The sermon​ looks at Luke's Parable of the weddings guests who compete for the best seat​ at the table. Jesus makes it clear that everyone should be invited (poor, lame etc.), not just the rich and powerful. Such is the kingdom.

    Everyone’s Invited To The Reception Intro If you've lived through a wedding you know, they are of all things most stressful. What few people realize is how stressful weddings are for the clergy. Although we will never say it with parishioners around, when clergy get together, we inevitably ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    God's Not Finished With You Yet!

    Contributed by Fr. Rian Adams on Sep 9, 2019
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    God's not finished working on us at the potter's wheel. Hope is never lost!

    God’s Not Finished With Me Yet! I'm going off-script this morning. I usually preach from the Gospel lesson, but I feel like the Jeremiah reading is timely for us today. Sometimes we need spiritual encouragement. Jeremiah knew that, and he told the story of a potter’s wheel. I hope this sermon ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    A Welcoming Grace

    Contributed by Fr. Rian Adams on Sep 16, 2019
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    Taken from the parable of the Good Shepherd who leaves the 99 to retrieve the one lost sheep, this sermon focuses on how grace is welcoming... hence, A welcoming grace. The sheep was retrieved​, then welcomed home.

    A Welcoming Grace Five words appear all across America. We print them on books, newsletters, church bulletins, and thousands of search signs. They are the de facto mission statement for an entire denomination. “The Episcopal Church welcomes you.” We insist that welcoming arms await all who ...read more

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    Clean Your Glasses: See The Needs Of Others

    Contributed by Fr. Rian Adams on Sep 30, 2019
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    This is a sermon about Lazarus and the rich man who passed him at his gate. The theme is to clear our spiritual eyes to see the needs around us and act to help the ones in need.

    Clean your glasses: Seeing those in need I heard something kind of funny last week about our eyesight changing. When I visited a family member, there was a cartoon clipping on the refrigerator that read, “I don’t stress about my eyesight failing as I get older. It’s God’s way of protecting me from ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    Is Jesus Grumpy?

    Contributed by Fr. Rian Adams on Jul 3, 2019
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    Those who wanted to follow Christ were told to follow him and not even burry their dead. This sermon explores how Jesus called to deeper discipleship.

    Grumpy Jesus: Feelings and Focus Have you ever been grumpy? I don't mean mere frustration; I mean, have you ever been in a place where no one could do anything right? Maybe you haven’t, but I bet you can notice it in other people. That sounds a lot like Jesus in Today's Gospel reading. ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    The Day Of Pentecost: Unified Diversity

    Contributed by Fr. Rian Adams on Jul 3, 2019
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    The Holy Spirit can heal the factions among us and bring us into unity with God and others. Then our mission is liberated because our focus is on Jesus's great commission​.

    Pentecost: Unified Diversity Sermon by The Rev. Rian Adams Pentecost is a strange day on the church calendar because we want to celebrate, but the Acts reading about speaking in tongues and erratic spiritual experiences is a little unsettling. I’ve learned that if we talk too often about ...read more

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    Jump: Trusting God And Overcoming Pride

    Contributed by Fr. Rian Adams on Jul 8, 2019
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    You can change your life if you can overcome your pride. This is a sermon about Naaman and how he overcame his pride to experience a miracle.

    Jump In! Sermon by The Rev. Rian Adams In today’s Old Testament lesson we meet a dangerous man, a military general who led the army of Israel’s biggest enemy, Naaman. He didn't share Israel's beliefs, their theology, their God, their politics, or their ethics, yet God was at work in him. ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    The Law Of Love: How Compassion Can Change Your Life

    Contributed by Fr. Rian Adams on Jul 18, 2019
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    The Parable of the Good Samaritan offers the unique opportunity to see compassion at work outside of Israel. Compassion can change our lives, our churches, and our world.

    The Law of Love: How Compassion Can Change Your Life By The Rev. Rian Adams Have you ever wondered how to spot a hypocrite? It’s possible to spot them in their natural habitat… hiding behind religious rules instead of living the law of love. That happened in today's Gospel lesson. It ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    Hearts Wide Open: Differences Are Okay

    Contributed by Fr. Rian Adams on Jul 23, 2019
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    Mary and Martha are different - sermon speaks to open hearts toward both expressions.

    Hearts Wide Open: Differences Are Okay Intro: Australian author Nikki Rowe said, “The greatest asset you could own is an open heart.” Open hearts compel doctors to give free medical care in the inner city. Open hearts lead Christians live out their baptismal vows and serve Christ in all people. ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    Fishing And Fighting: Leave Your Safety Nets

    Contributed by Fr. Rian Adams on Apr 6, 2020
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    The first disciples were willing to step out in faith to follow Jesus. The writer says "They left their nets." What nets do we need to leave behind so we can follow Jesus?

    Fishing and Fighting: Leave Your Safety Nets “We all have one thing in common,” says Brene Brown, “we’re sick of feeling afraid. We’re tired of the national conversation centering on “What we should fear” and “Who we should blame.” She points out a spiritual problem; fear is everywhere. With ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    Patience And Perseverance (Epiphany 4 Candlemas)

    Contributed by Fr. Rian Adams on Apr 6, 2020
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    The readings of Simeon and Anna speak of Jesus being presented in the temple as a child. Each character are examples of patience and perseverance.

    Patience and Perseverance Epiphany 4 Candlemas When I was a kid, my least favorite Church service of the year occurred on Super Bowl Sunday. You see, I grew up in a pastor's home, and my grandfather's church had a Sunday night service every week. I wanted to watch the Super Bowl instead of ...read more

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    Never Surrender Your Authenticity

    Contributed by Fr. Rian Adams on Apr 6, 2020
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    Jesus says let "yes" be yes and "no" be no. Righteousness must exceed the Pharisees. They surrendered their authenticity to appear more religious. This sermon is an encouragement to live in the opposite manner.

    Never Surrender Your Authenticity Counterfeiters make over a billion dollars a year, making fake designer clothes and handbags. That billion is from the United States, not the rest of the world. These are not cheap knock offs from street vendors; they are well-made fakes. There's an ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    Ash Wednesday: Confronting Our Sins, Embracing Our Vulnerabilities

    Contributed by Fr. Rian Adams on Apr 6, 2020
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     | 2,531 views

    Ash Wednesday sermon about confronting our sins, but how that is a call to vulnerability by the Holy Spirit

    Ash Wednesday: At one time Advent was my favorite season of the church year. The happiness, the joy of anticipation, the hope of a manger, the birth of a child… it all added a hopeful newness to my soul. But our culture ruined Christmas with the rabid consumerism and those lame made for TV ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    Temptation Is Information

    Contributed by Fr. Rian Adams on Apr 6, 2020
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    First Sunday in Lent. The sermon is about how our temptations in life can give us information about ourselves, and the world.

    Temptation is Information Temptations are too much for some people to handle. I heard a few years ago a 340lb man sued a hospital for 900k, claiming it ruined his gastric stapling operation. The man underwent weight loss surgery to cure his overeating. The surgeon implanted 70 tiny staples to ...read more

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