The Good Son One of the chief accusations that Jesus’ legalistic opponents made against him was that he “ate and drank with sinners.” In...

When something terrible happens, we’re tempted to ask, “Why, Lord?” We’ve been taught that (1) Everything happens for a reason, i.e.,...

The contemporary worship song “Reckless Love” has since become a favorite of our CENTyouth Praise Band, whose name, Leaves the 99, is...

You’re invited to a new class on the history, beliefs, and practices of United Methodists. Methodism 101 will meet on Wednesday evenings...

This Sunday, we conclude the Season After Epiphany with a journey up the mountain alongside Jesus and three of his disciples. There, the...

Please attend the CENTyouth and Praise Open Mic night at New Song tomorrow! Pastor Vann

When we think about the sermons of Jesus, I imagine our minds drift to the famous Sermon on the Mount. But what about its lesser-known...

We live in a time when many seem to believe forgiveness is too much trouble. It’s easier to ghost somebody—cut them off—than forgive...

Scripture teaches that nothing is greater than love. You see the quote from 1 Corinthians. And do you remember 1 John 4:8? “Whoever does...

Do you live in the past? Do you spend a lot of time remembering the good old days when life was simpler, and you were happier? Or do you...

Observed on the Sunday before the annual observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday, Human Relations Day calls the Church to...

New Beginnings Everybody needs a fresh start. Most of us could use one on a regular basis! A fresh start is a chance to leave mistakes...

EPIPHANY: The Audacity of Hope “Epiphany” isn’t an everyday word. It derives from an ancient Greek word meaning “divine appearance.” To...

From Pastor Tyler: When I think of resolutions, the first thing I think of is the often-rushed period at the end of each session of the...

The Work of Christmas by Howard Thurman When the song of the angels is stilled, when the star in the sky is gone, when the kings and...

Advent At the Edge Every year, thousands of people get lost in the wilderness. Most find their way out or get rescued, but some are never...

What is Advent? The word “advent” derives from the Latin adventus , meaning “coming.” During its earliest observances, Advent was 40 days...

No guilt in life, no fear in death, This is the power of Christ in me; From life’s first cry to final breath, Jesus commands my destiny....

Pastor Tyler The approach of the Holiday Season means that the liturgical year is winding down. We only have two Sundays left before...

The Generosity of God This coming Sunday, I’ll be talking about financial stewardship. If somebody were to look at your receipts, your...