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Jesus offers Costly perfume for the world

Jesus changes the concept of “costly perfume” Text: John 12: 1-8; Fifth Sunday in Lent Costly perfume, in Jesus’ time, sometimes consisted of the oily essence of a delicious flower called nard. Its pungent scent can fill a garden or a house. In today’s story, Jesus’ dear friends in Bethany threw him a big dinner. […]

How can we ‘bear fruit’?

Practice spiritual discipline and you will Bear Fruit Text: Luke 13:1-9; Fifth Sunday in Lent If we want to bear fruit, it helps to practice some spiritual discipline. First, our Gospel story offers some harsh imagery of followers who, Jesus implies, may have failed to bear fruit. It raises plenty of questions. (The Message’s version […]

Jesus: Like a Mother Hen

Live out God’s love today! Listen to Pastor Wong’s sermon here: Text: Luke 13:31-35 Some concerned citizens warned Jesus that Herod was after him. But Jesus had work to do in Jerusalem — the city known for killing God’s prophets. Jesus replies: “How often have I desired to gather your children together as a hen […]

Tempted – Just like Jesus

Jesus walks with us when we are tempted Listen to Pastor Wong’s sermon here: Text: Luke 4:1-13. You don’t have to go to the Sonoran desert to feel like you’re in a wilderness. The cares of this life are wilderness enough! The good news: Jesus was tempted just like you are! You can count on […]

Rule of Behavior: Love the Unlovable

Love my enemies? God says ‘yes!’ Listen to Pastor Wong’s sermon here: Text: Luke 6:27-36.  Season of Epiphany. Jesus gives hard advice today: If you really trust God and want to be a follower, love your enemies! Be generous toward the unlovable. God gives us the strength to do it! You’ll find your life is […]