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We mark Rev. Douglas Denton’s last Sunday in the pulpit before his retirement. Read More →

Jesus longs to “save” us. And that means Jesus approaches others, even though evil seems to define who they are, with the intent to offer mercy. Read More →

Differences can tear us apart or, under the guidance of Christ, they can help us learn and grow together. Read More →

Happy Thanksgiving! Read More →

The Israelites are being reminded that it was God, and only God, Who has been with them through many challenges. Paul assures his readers that they are children of God. Read More →

We reflect with Rev. Douglas Denton on where we would fit during the Palm Sunday procession. Read More →

This sermon, written by Rev. Douglas Denton and delivered by his wife, Andrea Denton, discussed the necessities and challenges of being a peacemaker in troubled times. Read More →

On UMW Sunday, our United Methodist Women contribute elements of the worship service at all three hours. Read More →

Justice is having to do with how we treat one another. We are called to be God’s agents as an act of gratitude to God for all God has offered us. Read More →

Over the past several weeks, we have “traveled” to the manger. Now we continue to travel a journey that will lead to a life of change, challenge, hope and joy. Read More →

How can a servant also be a Leader? Read More →

Life dominated by fear will result in life containing any sense of fulfillment. Isaiah speaks to all of us when he says, “Say to those who are of a fearful heart, ‘Be strong, do not fear! Here is your God…he will come and save you.” And when Jesus approached his frightened... Read More →

Jesus’ wounds were still visible after his resurrection. He brings not only wholeness to the world but the scars and wounds as well. Read More →

Jesus is the gift who lasts forever. He is the gift that saturates our lives, bodies, and souls. Read More →

As we enter the “voting season”, let us mark our ballots with our faith in God at the forefront. Remember, politics must not shape our faith, faith must shape our politics. Read More →

Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, so that he may exalt you in due time. Cast all your anxieties on God, because he cares for you. I Peter 5:6–7 Read More →

Rev. Douglas Denton examines the story of Mary anointing Jesus’ feet and its message for our own acts of humility and love. Read More →

Rev. Douglas Denton examines where God fits in the overwhelming feelings of helplessness we can all experience. Read More →

Rev. Douglas Denton outlines some prominent themes in Paul’s letter to the Romans. Read More →

The question is this, “How are we to know if God is going to stand by us and keep the promises we have come to feel God has made to us?” Read More →

Christ gives us a peace, not as the world gives. Outward circumstances cannot kill the inner peace that comes from Christ. Read More →

God, through Jesus Christ, has made it possible for us to see what others may not see…to see God at work where others might not see God. Read More →

Three times, Mary Magdelene asked where Jesus’ body was when she found the empty tomb. We, like Mary, look for some security and sense of control by trying to put Jesus in a place that will make us comfortable. Read More →

Isaiah stubbornly listened to God in midst of the people’s despair. Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem demonstrated firmness and faith in the midst of strong and influential opposition. May we be inspired to do likewise. Read More →

When in the garden, Mary “turned” and saw Jesus. In Ezekiel, God calls the children of Israel to “repent and turn.” Repentance is turning away from that which is sinful and turning to God. Read More →

It is contrary to our human nature to want to be foolish.  Therefore, it is a challenge when Paul writes about the message of the cross being foolish and being fools for Christ. Read More →

How does God feel about worship, and what is the appropriate way to honor God? In “God and Solemn Assemblies,” Rev. Denton explores the prophets for answers to these questions. Read More →

As with Abraham when he journeyed through the middle east, our faith journey involves a divine impulse; some tentative testing; a leap of faith. Read More →

Through Christ, God has made reconciliation happen. It is up to us accept this and act on it…be ambassadors for Christ. Read More →

Is the gospel absurd? The apostle Paul, in I Corinthians, said that the gospel message appeared as “foolishness” to the “wise” of his day. Indeed there is paradox—apparent absurdity—at the heart of the proclamation about Jesus. How can the power of God be evident in the birth of... Read More →

In the book of Genesis, God granted Jacob a new name. God’s name is then part of Jacob’s new name, “Isra-el”. For the rest of his life, he will be carrying that name with him. When we allow God into our lives, we too are challenged to remember what a great responsibility it is to... Read More →

The writer of I John knew that Christians had many fears, chief among them death, persecution, and internal divisions. Must we live in fear? Is that what God wants for us? Read More →

Jesus tells his hearers that if they ask anything “in his name” he will do it! We need to understand that Jesus is not writing a blank check here. We reflect upon what it means to pray “in his name.” Visit kentmethodist.org/sermons for the video and an archive of past sermons. Read More →

Paul writes that we are like fragile earthen vessels or tents, and yet we are entrusted with the living and sharing of God’s Word. It is only by God’s grace that we can take on this mission. Read More →

Anger seems to be a motivating force in our society these days. There is nothing wrong with anger, in and of itself, but it is important to understand how the scriptures help us manage and direct anger. Read More →