Blazing New TrailsIn the first sermon recorded in his Gospel, Matthew spotlights Jesus’ major emphasis on values. Jesus knew His first task was to provide a set of core values for those who would follow … Read More
I’ll Be Home for Christmas
I’ll Be Home for ChristmasIf you love Christmas music, then you know this one, right? It’s a Christmas song that evokes images of a decorated home, flickering candles, and the aroma of fresh cookies and … Read More
The Power of Thankfulness
The Power of ThankfulnessThere really is power in thankfulness! An attitude of gratitude makes a huge difference. Positivity is contagious. But, how does power come from being thankful? People who express gratitude tend to have … Read More
Not Today, Satan
Not Today, SatanDay in and day out we are tempted to get angry, to be jealous, to be lazy, to be selfish. But there comes a point when we have to say, Not Today, Satan. The … Read More
One Story, His Story
One Story, His StoryEverybody loves a good story, right? Maybe you like to curl up with a good book, getting lost in its pages. Or maybe you prefer to sit down and watch a movie … Read More
The Promises of Jesus
The Promises of JesusSermon Notes are found on the Park Avenue UMC App. Text paumcapp to 77977 to get a link to download the App.SeekTHE VINE: The most widely used plant form in Christian art, … Read More
Cross-Examined
Cross-ExaminedQuestions are good. Jesus asked a lot of them. In fact, the Gospels reveal that Jesus asked 307 questions, was asked 183 questions but only answered 8. The reality is that many of us are afraid … Read More
Light of the Same Star
Light of the Same StarIt’s no surprise that Advent and Christmas will be different this year, given that all of 2020 has pretty much been unprecedented for us all. Yet, the pieces of the story … Read More