Sermon Podcast
227 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 months ago - ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsWeekly sermon recordings and other special services from St. Barnabas Episcopal Church located in DeLand, Florida.
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Asking the Right Question Makes a BIG Difference
August 15, 2021 16:00 - 23 minutes - 15.9 MBIf you ask the wrong question, you will get a wrong answer. But if you ask the right question, you might just find you get an answer the leads you to life changing opportunities and solutions. How many of us can hear ourselves ask; how much is this going to cost verse how do I prevent this from happening? Or how little to I have to commit instead of how fully can I invest? I get it, it is much easier to change the standard, claim ignorance, or ask the wrong question and live with the r...
Lean Back and Let Go
August 08, 2021 17:00 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MBHow quickly we forget truth and begin to embrace lies that try to steal, kill, and destroy the very power, wonder and glory of God. Now that is a big statement, that is a heavy statement to start a sermon with, but it is true. I don’t think anyone of us wants to live with lies guiding our lives, but unless we begin recognizing the lies and cling to the truth we are bound to go down the road of deception and fear that does not lead us to all that God desires. How many of you have ever bee...
Not My Stuff Any Longer
July 11, 2021 13:00 - 18 minutes - 12.8 MBSunday Sermon - 7/11/2021 Support the show
Whenever I am weak, I just complain more till I get my way.
July 04, 2021 16:00 - 22 minutes - 15.2 MBThere is a lesson I have learned in being a parent. You may remember doing this as child or perhaps you can remember your children doing this to you as a parent. Either way there seems to be an unwritten rule for children these days. I am not sure where they learn it, but it seems to be standard operations for most children to give it a try. Maybe you can help me out in understanding what to do? Here is the rule children seem to be living by: Whenever I don’t like something, I’ll just ...
When Hope is Stretched Thin
June 27, 2021 16:00 - 21 minutes - 14.9 MBThere is a lot we don’t understand and yet even in these moments there is a clear call for those who know Jesus. For we do not live as those who have no hope. But what do we do when the hope that we have seems to be stretched to the outer limits and we feel as though the string that holds us together are about to break? Maybe it is not the death of a loved one, but some other issue you are facing, perhaps a relationship that is struggling, children that are wandering, your own health ...
Finding Grace
June 06, 2021 16:00 - 22 minutes - 15.6 MBA couple of weeks ago, I was driving somewhere with my son Isaac. Isaac has a way of asking questions that will make you stop and have to think before you answer. We were driving down the road and he asked: “Dad, what is the oldest trick in the book? He wasn’t asking what does the oldest trick in the book mean, he knew that but he was asking just as it sounded what is the oldest trick in the book? What would you say? Well, I thought about saying I don’t know, and may have said as much...
Do You have the Fire of God's Presence
May 23, 2021 16:00 - 26 minutes - 18.1 MBHave you ever been glad to see someone leave? Usually, it is because they have worn out their welcome and you are feeling like you need a break from them. But what about that person who leaves who has done so with the promise that the next time you see them they are going to be bringing you something even better than what they could have given you if they stayed. Although you might not want to see them leave you are excited when they go and filled with hope for when they will return. ...
FRIENDS
May 09, 2021 16:00 - 27 minutes - 18.9 MBI bet you have heard this saying before. “With friends like these, who needs enemies?” This statement might cause you to laugh, but the truth behind the statement is, the people a person calls a friend are not supposed to act like enemies. In other words, your friends are supposed to help you, assist you, walk with you in life. They know you, they know what is important to you, they know what you cherish, they know what you is your desire, they know what you need to accomplish your goal...
Abiding in Jesus
May 02, 2021 16:00 - 26 minutes - 18 MBWhen you discover a relationship with a person that you care greatly about it changes the way you think, it changes the way you feel, it changes the things you value, it changes the things that occupy your mind, body, and soul. When you discover a relationship with a person that you know loves you, you find peace and hope for each new day. You find joy in being together and anticipation of the times to come. You grow and become more and more like the person who you know for certain l...
Who are you being molded by?
April 18, 2021 16:00 - 30 minutes - 20.9 MBChildren are a beautiful thing. One of the most interesting things about becoming a parent is how much our children reflect us as parents. We have four children, and I did not think it would be possible for this to hold true with four different people four different personalities that each of our children have. But it is. It is amazing how our children have all the best qualities of Susan and me. We often laugh and enjoy seeing these parts of their lives being lived out. And as mu...
What are you Looking for? I got some Peace for you
April 11, 2021 16:00 - 21 minutes - 14.5 MBSupport the show
Experience Easter, Yes; but did you Encounter Jesus?
April 04, 2021 16:00 - 25 minutes - 17.6 MBGood Morning to you and most definitely, Happy Easter to you all! I hope your morning has brought you here ready to see, expecting to hear, and willing to be embraced by Jesus. And if not, I pray that by the time you leave here today you know that this is the invitation that God has given to you today. This Jesus invites you to encounter him this Easter morning, through out this Easter season, and into every day of the rest of your life. Will you come and see? Will you come and kneel at...
Good Friday
April 03, 2021 01:00 - 17 minutes - 11.9 MBThe Cross has said it all In other words, God told the people of Israel through Moses: I Am the Lord I will free you from the burdens I will deliver you from slavery I will redeem you with an outstretched arm and mighty acts of judgement I will take you as my people I will be your God I will bring you into the Land I swore to Abraham I will give it to you Because, I AM the LORD. Support the show
Maundy Thursday, Will His Grace Ever be Enough
April 02, 2021 00:00 - 30 minutes - 20.9 MBI want to ask you to travel back to a place with me. A place where we have been slaves for multiple generations for what could be up to 400 years. I place where generation after generation has not known freedom. A place where we have only known the fear of oppression, the pain of bondage, the doubt of our own identity. We step into this place and we get a glimpse of what life was like when Moses comes onto the scene. Imagine the people of Israel. They had been slaves so long that thy ...
Untitled Episode
April 02, 2021 00:00 - 30 minutes - 20.9 MBI want to ask you to travel back to a place with me. A place where we have been slaves for multiple generations for what could be up to 400 years. I place where generation after generation has not known freedom. A place where we have only known the fear of oppression, the pain of bondage, the doubt of our own identity. We step into this place and we get a glimpse of what life was like when Moses comes onto the scene. Imagine the people of Israel. They had been slaves so long that thy ...
What is this all about? (Palm Sunday)
March 28, 2021 17:00 - 16 minutes - 11.4 MBAnd you get excited about this? Tell me, why? Support the show
The Greatness of God
March 14, 2021 17:00 - 28 minutes - 19.4 MBWhat is something that you get excited about? Maybe it is a sports team, a particular college, club, or a life story. Maybe it is sharing stories about your children, grandchildren, or even your dog or your cat. What do you get excited about? Perhaps it is your career, a hobby, or even the last movie or TV show you have watched. How great is God? How would you describe the power and love of God? How great is God? This is an interesting question, because anyone who has been in the...
Trust and Beleive
March 07, 2021 17:00 - 26 minutes - 18.4 MBA. How many of you believe God exist? How many of you believe God is almighty? How many of you believe God is good? How many of you believe that God’s love is greater than your own? That God’s ways are wiser than our ways? That His thoughts are higher than our thoughts? That God’s strength is stronger than your own strength? How many of you believe these statements about God are absolutely true? Then what’s the problem? God does not desire for us to come into His presence only to ...
Trust and Beleive
March 07, 2021 17:00 - 26 minutes - 18.4 MBA. How many of you believe God exist? How many of you believe God is almighty? How many of you believe God is good? How many of you believe that God’s love is greater than your own? That God’s ways are wiser than our ways? That His thoughts are higher than our thoughts? That God’s strength is stronger than your own strength? How many of you believe these statements about God are absolutely true? Then what’s the problem? God does not desire for us to come into His presence only to ...
Forgiveness is Real and Really for YOU
February 28, 2021 18:00 - 22 minutes - 15.6 MBAn opportunity to receive the fullness of what God has given to His children. All because of who He is. Support the show
Crossing the Point of NO RETURN
February 21, 2021 18:00 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MBWhen you cross the point of no return, there is no looking back. It is too late. You are committed to go forward, you cannot return to where you were moments ago. What if, what if God desires for us to cross a point of no return as it relates to our faith? Will you go? Support the show
Ash Wednesday: Have you heard? Noon Service
February 18, 2021 00:00 - 21 minutes - 14.9 MBFr. Comforted gave a great sermon to the students this morning about why we make the sign of a cross on our heads for Ash Wednesday. He talked about our Christian Identity. How this little cross reminds us of our belonging to Jesus above and before the things of this world. Beginning today and through our Lenten journey we are intended to walk a path of closer connection to Jesus that when Lent is over our Identity does not end or morf back to a time before, but instead has become clearer...
Ash Wednesday: Have you heard? Evening Service
February 18, 2021 00:00 - 25 minutes - 17.2 MBFr. Comforted gave a great sermon to the students this morning about why we make the sign of a cross on our heads for Ash Wednesday. He talked about our Christian Identity. How this little cross reminds us of our belonging to Jesus above and before the things of this world. Beginning today and through our Lenten journey we are intended to walk a path of closer connection to Jesus that when Lent is over our Identity does not end or morf back to a time before, but instead has become clearer...
Jesus Heals and Causes His Glory to Shine
January 31, 2021 17:00 - 26 minutes - 18.4 MBSupport the show
Faith Comes Alive in Unexpected Moments
January 24, 2021 19:00 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MBSupport the show
What is the greates gift you have given in 2020, what about received
January 03, 2021 18:00 - 18 minutes - 12.5 MBChristmas has come, and though it is actually still here, many have quickly flowed past the 12 days of Christmas and have soared into 2021 hoping something different from 2020 awaits them. If I were to ask you, what is the greatest gift you gave to someone in 2020, what would it be. Last Sunday, I thought about this and then on Thursday I was watching Fr. Comforted lead morning prayer and was reminded of the this again. Fr. Comforted used a tag line, not great but grateful to describe 20...
What is the greates gift you have given in 2020, what about received
January 03, 2021 18:00 - 18 minutes - 12.5 MBChristmas has come, and though it is actually still here, many have quickly flowed past the 12 days of Christmas and have soared into 2021 hoping something different from 2020 awaits them. If I were to ask you, what is the greatest gift you gave to someone in 2020, what would it be. Last Sunday, I thought about this and then on Thursday I was watching Fr. Comforted lead morning prayer and was reminded of the this again. Fr. Comforted used a tag line, not great but grateful to describe 20...
The Holy Alarm of God / Christmas Eve
December 25, 2020 14:00 - 25 minutes - 17.9 MBI was reminded of the value of alarms and the noise things make to give you a heads up, a warning that something is happening that needs your attention. How would you describe your 2020? Most people I hear seem to be describing 2020 from the vantage point of the world. Seeing dark and gloomy moments, hopes dashed against a stone or virus we might say, dreams crushed, and isolation becoming overwhelming. People are looking forward to 2021 but the only problem is that we are being told 20...
God's Promises are Good and Trustworthy
December 13, 2020 17:00 - 25 minutes - 17.4 MBHow many of you remember that game show, Let’s Make A Deal. As a kid, it was always one of my favorites to watch if I was home sick for the day. This game show was always fun to watch because people would squirm all over the place not knowing what to do. Wanting something greater, but scared to let go of what they had, even though just seconds before they had nothing, no prize at all. You would think that it would be an easy decision. I came here with nothing so why not give anything ...
Things are not always what they seem.
December 06, 2020 17:00 - 33 minutes - 23.3 MBHave you ever thought about how much of your life is being lived out of focus? Maybe this morning you will think, how much you might be missing out on by living, experiencing, and processing life through a belief or understanding that is out of focus from what it was meant to be? What are some preconceived thoughts and ideas that you have or some ways of life that live that perhaps God wants you to see differently but in order to see clearly you will have to put on God’s eyes instead ...
Take a Look in the Mirror
November 22, 2020 18:00 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MBHaving teenagers in the house is pretty fun. I mean it is interesting to see how they look at themselves in the mirror. I had almost forgotten that feeling, till I started noticing my two oldest sons becoming more and more aware of their appearance. You know, a teenage boy never misses a chance to flex in a mirror and a teenage girls never passes up an opportunity to flip her hair as she passes by her reflection looking back at her. Of course, they do this undercover unless they don’t...
Jesus is Coming Soon, Are You Prepared?
November 08, 2020 17:00 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MB2020 has been a great preparation for the coming of Jesus. What do I mean in saying this? No one could have predicted what 2020 would hold. In fact, I am sure if you go back to all those New Year predictions everyone would have been wrong. There have been so many twists and turns that this year feels a bit like a roller coaster that you cannot wait to get off. As we have lived out 2020, we have been given a rare opportunity to truly evaluate where and what we have been living for. ...
The Holiness of God and How We Join In
October 25, 2020 16:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MBBut we were gentle among you, like a nurse tenderly caring for her own children. So deeply do we care for you that we are determined to share with you not only the gospel of God but also our own selves, because you have become very dear to us. 1 Thess 2: 8 Support the show