The Coming Generation
Lakeside United Methodist Church
Guest Preacher: Rev. Caitlin White Swann Sermon Title: The Coming Generation Scripture: Psalm 78:1-24; 32-39 (NRSVUE) Psalm 78 reminds us that faith has always been meant to be shared from one generation to the next. But the story we pass on isn’t one of perfect people—it’s the story of God’s enduring grace and faithfulness, even when we fall short. In this message, we’ll reflect on how the church can model integrity, honesty, and compassion so that young people encounter a faith worth inheriting. As each generation decides what story it will tell, we are invited to consider...
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Were You There
Lakeside United Methodist Church
Sermon Title: Were You There Scripture: Matthew 16:24, Galatians 2:20 When the angel Gabriel told Joseph his soon-to-be step son Jesus would save people from their sins, he was talking about more than just the individual mistakes we make. Through the selfless example of Jesus, we are to be transformed. LakesideUMC.net
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Agnus Dei
Lakeside United Methodist Church
Sermon Title: Agnus Dei Scripture: Jeremiah 31:31-34, Luke 22:19-20 It is no coincidence that Jesus brought his conflict with the earthly authorities to a head at Passover. Jesus intentionally ties what he will do on the cross to the events of the Exodus in which God brought both freedom and covenant. Passover video courtesy of BibleProject: LakesideUMC.net
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O Love Divine, What Hast Thou Done
Lakeside United Methodist Church
Sermon Title: O Love Divine, What Hast Thou Done Scripture: Hebrews 10:10-12 One of the most common understandings of why Jesus had to die is that Jesus needed to pay the penalty for our sin. Another atonement theory that focuses on solving the problem of our sin involves seeing Jesus’ death as a sacrificial offering. LakesideUMC.net
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Lift High the Cross
Lakeside United Methodist Church
Sermon Title: Lift High the Cross Scripture: John 1-5, 14; 1 Corinthians 15:21-22 Christians agree that the death and resurrection of Jesus put us right with God, but there is not universal agreement on how. Before we dig deeply into the question of how, we begin by first asking what God is saying to us through the crucifixion. LakesideUMC.net
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Awakened Through Service
Lakeside United Methodist Church
Sermon Title: Awakened Through Service Scripture: Psalm 112:4-9 What if our awakening to grace is visible first not to us, but to those who observe our lives? What if it isn’t a sudden epiphany or a booming voice, but rather a slow realization that God has been with us the whole time? LakesideUMC.net
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Awakened Through Sabbath
Lakeside United Methodist Church
Sermon Title: Awakened Through Sabbath Scripture: Genesis 1:27-2:3 Sabbath is so much more than just taking a break. In fact, the better we understand Sabbath, the better we understand our purpose, our relationship to our work, and the One who calls us to that work. LakesideUMC.net
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Awakened Through Fasting
Lakeside United Methodist Church
Sermon Title: Awakened Through Fasting Scripture: Luke 9:23-25 What in your life has pull over you? Fasting is the practice of recognizing the things that compete for control and intentionally setting them aside so Jesus can have a greater place in our lives. LakesideUMC.net
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Awakened Through Scripture
Lakeside United Methodist Church
Sermon Title: Awakened Through Scripture Scripture: Philippians 3:5-11 Because we often call our engagement with the Scriptures “Bible study,” we get the idea that it’s a reference book to consult when we have questions, needs, or challenges. And while there is much to learn, the real power of reading the Scripture is in the way it awakens us to God’s presence and grace. LakesideUMC.net
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Awakened Through Silence
Lakeside United Methodist Church
Sermon Title: Awakened Through Scripture Scripture: Philippians 3:5-11 Guest Preacher: Pat Oxley Because we often call our engagement with the Scriptures “Bible study,” we get the idea that it’s a reference book to consult when we have questions, needs, or challenges. And while there is much to learn, the real power of reading the Scripture is in the way it awakens us to God’s presence and grace.
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Scripture: Matthew 7:1-5
Giving something a name has the power to bring clarity. Having a clearer view of ourselves and our situation makes us more compassionate and better able to help others.
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