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The Rock We Stand On

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Jesus teaches us that new life in Him requires a fresh approach—just as new wine needs new wineskins, faith can’t be patched onto old ways.

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“Our faith rests on the rock of God’s unchanging love—even when we face tough questions.” – Rev. Max Brennan

In this thought-provoking sermon, Rev. Max Brennan guides us through the complexities of Scripture, addressing challenging stories and contrasting them with the image of a compassionate God revealed in Jesus. Standing on the solid rock of faith, Rev. Brennan invites us to embrace both the mystery and the certainty of God’s love, reminding us of the power of reflection and the peace that comes with a grounded faith.

Making Peace: Finding True Peace in Life and Faith

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How do we find true peace in every part of our lives? In this week’s sermon,
Rev. Teague explores what it means to be a peacemaker, as Jesus describes in Matthew 5:9.

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“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.”
– Matthew 5:9

“Making peace with others and God begins with forgiveness and love. Let peace start with you.”
– Rev. Mary Teague

No. 2444 – Rev. Teague touches on making peace with our past traumas, accepting our mortality, offering forgiveness freely to others, and opening our hearts to God’s love and grace. It’s a powerful reminder that peace isn’t just a feeling; it’s a way of living.

Finding Redemption: The Story of Zacchaeus

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Have you ever felt the need for redemption? Zacchaeus did, and his encounter with Jesus changed everything.

“Jesus was unlike anybody else who ever lived, and the things He said and did were unlike anything anyone else could.”
– Rev. Max Brennan

In this sermon, Rev. Max Brennan reflects on Zacchaeus’ story—how a man viewed as a sinner found redemption in his encounter with Jesus. Through this story, Rev. Brennan emphasizes the transformative power of grace and how Jesus invites all of us, no matter our past, to be transformed. Zacchaeus’ decision to seek Jesus led to a profound change in his life, reminding us that Jesus’ love and grace can redeem anyone.

Watch/Listen to discover how Zacchaeus’ story speaks to us today about redemption, grace, and transformation.