“Looking Down”

Rev. Kevin Murphy

Preparation Scripture:
Psalm 119: 137-144, 2 Thessalonians: 1: 1-4, 11-12, and Luke 19: 1-10

As Jesus entered the city of Jerico, crowds gathered along his path to welcome his arrival. Spotting Zaccchaeus, a wealthy tax collector and a man of small stature perched in a tree, Jesus asked him to come down and provide lodging for the night.

This sermon speaks of our tendency to participate in the Christian Experience while not becoming too involved. As Jesus confronted Zacchaeus, he also confronts us. We are not to merely “Look Down” from a protected distance, but to take pride in participating in our own special way.

In his presence, Zacchaeus made every effort to assure Jesus of his worthiness. Don't just "Look Down"... To listen to this sermon


a cassette is available in the Church Library

"Trust in God's Mercy"

Rev. Kevin Murphy
OCTOBER 24, 2010

Preparation Scriptures: Psalm 65, Joel 2: 23-29, and Luke 18: 9-14

This sermon describes the lives of two men, each serving God as he is willing or able. We join them as they come before God as worshippers in the Temple. As each contemplates and expresses his service to God, he and we begin to accept different priorities. We realize that it is not our achievments, but God's Mercy in forgiving our transgressions that brings fresh and continuous abundance to our lives.

"When we were overwhelmed by sins,
                 you forgave us our transgressions."

Listen to this sermon as it guides us toward understanding God's goals and purpose for our lives.
To listen to this sermon


a cassette is available in the Church Library

"Soldiers, Athletes, Farmers & Managers"

Rev. Kevin Murphy
OCTOBER 17, 2010

Preparation Scriptures: Psalm 66: 1-12, 2nd Timothy 2: 1-15, & Luke 16: 1-13

In this sermon, Kevin helps us understand how to be become better deciples for Christ by observing the attributes of the soldier, athlete, farmer and manager. Achieving these skills is difficult, but learning to apply these blessings of empowerment and recognize them as gifts from God is our greatest challenge... and our greatest opportunity to experience the rewards of sharing.

As we are empowered by God's blessings, we are made able to serve God, in his own special way.

But there is so much more in this sermon... To listen live...

a cassette is available in the Church Library

"God is Unscrupulous!"

Rev. Edward McNulty
OCTOBER 10, 2010

Scripture Reference: Exodus 3: 1-12, Matthew 13: 10-17

How are we to harmonize with God's plan for us in the Universe? Should we seek or expect his advice? The scripture teaches that God is very much envolved with our daily lives. But how are to go about seeing, hearing and perceiving God?

The Reverend McNulty is an interesting storyteller who is always able to paint any description with a wide range of references and vivid detail. Listen to this interesting sermon as he describes the many ways we are able to see, hear and find God in the most unusual places and events each day of our lives. We can begin by observing God's presence in the bush while picking blackberries. To listen to this sermon

a cassette is available in the Church Library

"Treasure the Treasure"

Rev. Kevin Murphy
OCTOBER 3, 2010

Preparation Scriptures: Psalm 137, 2nd Timothy 1: 1-14, Luke 17: 5-10

As we are drawn into the delights of filling a treasure chest, by the experiences of Kevin's collection of picture postcards when a young boy, we begin to see our church as a similar treasure chest. A treasure chest where objects and memories of caring and sharing are collected and enjoyed by those passing thru its doors and this life within the Northwest Community Church.

As you listen to this engaging sermon you will discover "the greatest treasure of them all". 
To listen to this sermon

a cassette is available in the Church Library