This sermon examines the apparent condemnation of homosexual practice in Leviticus, and how the central issue in the Leviticus laws is resisting the idolatry of the surrounding culture.

The real sin of Sodom and Gomorrah according to the Scriptures – Ezekiel 16:49 “This was the guilt of your sister Sodom: she and her daughters had pride, excess of food, and prosperous ease, but did not aid the poor and needy.”

This sermon introduces the United Methodist debate on homosexuality and the need to rightly understand the Scripture. It also focuses on the Biblical call for respectful dialogue and spiritual unity.

The wise men rightly perceive what – and who – is worthy of our utmost allegiance, not the tyrants of this world, but the One who embodies the grace of God.

Our youth pastor, Rick Stout, delivers a message putting the Covenant Renewal service in context.

From where does the true meaning of Christmas come? Whose responsibility is the preservation of that story?