Tag Archives: christianity

Reflections on Luke 11:14-54

Posted on September 27, 2025 by julieannseeksharpe

Jesus isn’t holding his tongue.v29 this is an evil generationv39 (to a guy who just invited him to dinner!) inside you are full of greed and wickedness. You fools! Jesus tells the pharisees what he thinks of them–shocking candor. Then … Continue reading →

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Did Jesus Know Everything?

Posted on March 20, 2025 by Corey Sharpe

Who, being in very nature God, did not consider equality with God something to be used to his own advantage; rather, he made himself nothing by taking the very nature of a servant, being made in human likeness. And being … Continue reading →

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Zacchaeus and The Disadvantages of Being Short

Posted on September 15, 2024 by Corey Sharpe

He wanted to see who Jesus was, but because he was short he could not see over the crowd. Luke 19:3 As I prepare for this Sunday’s sermon about Zacchaeus, my mind keeps wandering. What was it like being short … Continue reading →

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Abraham and the Appointment System

Posted on July 9, 2024 by Corey Sharpe

“Go from your country, your people and your father’s household to the land I will show you.” Genesis 12:1 On July 1, many United Methodist pastors received new appointments. They unpacked their books, and began meeting parishioners. Last Sunday they … Continue reading →

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Does God Go to Church?

Posted on August 13, 2020 by Corey Sharpe

“My God, My God, Why Hast Thou Forsaken Me?” – Psalm 22:1, Matthew 27:46 Whenever people gather (in person or online) in Jesus’ name, God is present among them. But in the Bible God reveals his power and glory in … Continue reading →

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Are There Zombies in the Church?

Posted on June 13, 2019 by Corey Sharpe

Jesus answered him, “Truly, truly, I say to you, unless one is born again he cannot see the kingdom of God.” (John 3:3) Several years ago a parishioner recommended that I watch The Walking Dead. I found season 1 mildly entertaining, but could never … Continue reading →

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Is This Guy Homeless?

Posted on January 22, 2019 by Corey Sharpe

To this present hour we are both hungry and thirsty, and are poorly clothed, and are roughly treated, and are homeless…1 Corinthians 4:11 Currently I am without transportation. I have 3 cars in working condition but I cannot drive them. … Continue reading →

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Do the Magi Belong in Manger Scenes?

Posted on December 5, 2018 by Corey Sharpe

When King Herod heard this he was disturbed, and all Jerusalem with him. –  Matthew 2:3 It seems every Christmas there is a myth buster who will tell us that 3 figures in our manger scenes do not belong there. … Continue reading →

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How Can We Always Be Happy?

Posted on July 25, 2018 by Corey Sharpe

…even though you do not see him now, you believe in him and are filled with an inexpressible and glorious joy. 1 Peter 1:8 Sometimes we struggle to grasp the biblical view of joy because of the way it is … Continue reading →

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Does God Ever Ignore Us?

Posted on June 22, 2018 by Corey Sharpe

How long, LORD? Will you forget me forever?  How long will you hide your face from me? (Psalm 13:1) Every Sunday in worship we pray for our homebound members, the sick and the hurting. During the week we ask God for … Continue reading →

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