https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-9aaif-192e80b This sermon looks at Matthew’s account of the Transfiguration and how it moves us to be a people of … Continue reading Summer in the Mountains: The Mountain of Fulfillment
This poem reflects on the complexity of love in a world that has become divided and harsh. It contrasts past simplicity with current challenges of accepting and loving others, especially those who differ from us. True love requires confronting pain, humility, and the willingness to embrace the difficult, as taught by Christ. Continue reading It Was Easier
https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-jjs77-192347b This sermon looks at the death of Moses in Deuteronomy 34 as a reminder that we don’t always get … Continue reading Summer in the Mountains: The Mountain of Longing
Scottie Scheffler and Nelly Korda recently opened up about how even the biggest wins don’t last forever. Their reflections echo something timeless: the mountaintop is meaningful—but real life is lived in the valley. Continue reading You Can’t Live on the Mountain
https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-nczvi-1918eb1 This sermon looks at Elijah on Mt. Carmel in 1 Kings 18 and the call for us to make … Continue reading Summer in the Mountains: The Mountain of Difficult Decisions
🛑 Sabbath is not self-care. It’s resistance.
In a world that runs on burnout, endless scrolling, and outrage, rest isn’t just a luxury—it’s rebellion.
Jesus invites us to opt out of empire one day a week.
Read my latest post: Sabbath as Resistance
#SabbathAsResistance #SpiritualFormation #PunkRockPastor #UMC #SabbathRest #FaithAndCulture Continue reading Sabbath as Resistance
https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-hvye3-190f395 This sermon looks at Moses experience with God on Mt. Sinai and the gift of revelation that is still … Continue reading Summer in the Mountains: The Mountain of Revelation
When I first said yes to the call of ministry, I didn’t picture ring lights, follower counts, or email algorithms. … Continue reading Resisting Platform Culture in Ministry
https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-cuhej-18fc246 This sermon looks at the story of Noah landing on Mt. Ararat and how his new beginning models how … Continue reading Summer in the Mountains: The Mountain of New Beginnings
In a time when the Church feels fractured and faith is often hijacked by political agendas, I still believe in the body of Christ. This post reflects on my journey through addiction, recovery, and ordination—and the hope I’ve found in the Spirit’s power to unify us around our true purpose: to seek and to save by building communities of love. The Church is still worth it. Let’s remember why we’re here. Continue reading The Church’s Call: Unity of Purpose Amidst Division
Grace and Recovery 