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Dr. Palmer, in three smaller sermonettes, discusses the importance of music in worship over the centuries. Read More →

Dr. Palmer examines how the saving grace of God can make even the most sinful among us saints in heaven. Read More →

Inspired by God’s goodness, we cheerfully give our best for God Read More →

This Consecration Sunday, Dr. Palmer discusses the importance of measuring oneself to God’s standard, and not man’s. Read More →

When God calls people into mission, people will sometimes run away from the call (Jonah), or come up with excuses for why they are not the one to do it (Moses). We are challenged by the model of Isaiah, who says, “Here I Am; Send Me.” Read More →

Human beings so often strive after things that are ultimately empty. We find our true satisfaction and fulfillment in God. Read More →

We need to recognize the presence of God’s Spirit in every other person. True faith is not insisting on one’s own claims but having a deep relationship with God that allows for compassion and the acceptance of diversity, and that leaves room for all. Read More →

God answers us personally, with what we truly need, in ways often beyond our understanding, and answers finally with a call to be in mission for God. Read More →

The glory of God is revealed in the wonder of the created world around us. Read More →

In the face of disasters, we need to trust that God is yet at work according to God’s good purpose. Read More →

Biblical people journeyed from anarchy (the period of the Judges) through authoritarianism (the period of the kings) through subservience (the period of being dominated by empires) to genuine freedom in Jesus Christ. Freedom is not simply being able to do what you want; it is... Read More →

We so often imagine that we have to wrestle our way through life by our own shrewdness and ability; but when we come up short, we recognize our profound need for God. Read More →

We are invited to live in light of the future we have with God. Read More →

We can hear God’s voice speaking to us today. Read More →

Zephaniah initially proclaims God’s devastating judgment, then suddenly declares God’s forgiveness and promise. It is a theological movement foreshadowing what God does in Christ. Read More →

We often want to keep things controlled and comprehensible; but God works beyond our expectations.  We need to make room for mystery in life, to be receptive to the Spirit of God. Read More →

Although evil may rage on earth, there is a Judge on high.  God will ultimately bring justice.   We are called to be a part of God’s purposes on earth, trusting in the face of evil that good will prevail. Read More →

 We find our real strength, as individuals and as a nation, in God. Read More →