Sunday, February 27, 2011

The Uppity Woman at the Well


One of Jesus' greatest challenges from a woman was the Samaritan woman at the well.  Even talking in public was scandalous for them both, but it drew out one of Jesus' greatest teachings.

Sunday, February 20, 2011

Women Who Challenged Jesus


The Pharisees tried to trap Jesus with their questions.  But some of his greatest challenges came from women, who seemed to call forth knowledge Jesus had not planned to reveal or possibly even realized until the encounter took place.  

Sunday, February 13, 2011

Know When To Hold 'Em


There is a time for keeping the faith and persevering... and there is a time to change directions.  When do we stay and when do we go - in relationships, jobs, project, dreams?  Are obstacles something to be worked through, or do they signify we're on the wrong path?

Sunday, February 6, 2011

Benefit of the Doubt



Rev. Ellen "takes requests" from time to time. This talk originated from a request by a church member who was misunderstood and annoyed by someone who refused to give the benefit of the doubt.