Sermons by The Rev. Ben Hughes (Page 2)
Nov. 9: Working Quietly
Paul shows how the Gospel transforms our disordered view of work, bringing order and peace to our chaos.
Readings from this service:
2 Thessalonians 3: 6-15
Psalm 127: 1-3
Matthew 25: 14-30…
Oct. 26: Experiencing the Good News
As Paul reminds the Thessalonians, we can stand firm in faith because the Gospel is God’s work from beginning to end.
Readings from this service:
2 Thessalonians 2: 13-17
Psalm 90: 13-17
John 14: 16-19…
Oct. 19: Stand Firm
Paul encourages the Thessalonians to stand firm persecution by remembering that they are chosen and beloved by God.
Readings from this service:
2 Thessalonians 2: 13-17
Psalm 16: 6-11
John 17: 20-24…
Sept. 28: Waiting for Judgment
Ben wrestles with the truth of God’s justice and explains how the doctrine of hell magnifies the cross.
Readings from this service:
2 Thessalonians 1: 5-12
Psalm 11: 4-7
Matthew 25: 31-46…
Sept. 14: Grace in Jesus
We start a new series focusing on 2 Thessalonians this week.
The opening verses 2 Thessalonians introduce us to the swirling drama of the letter and remind us that the Gospel runs like an underground stream to nourish God’s Church.…
Aug. 31: Build Your House On the Rock
In the Sermon on the Mount’s climactic final parable, Jesus urges us to consider the foundation of our lives and set our hopes on Him alone.
Readings from this service:
Ezekiel 13: 9-16
Psalm 111: 10
Matthew 7: 24-27…
Aug. 17: A Tree & Its Fruit
Jesus gives a warning about the very real danger of bad influences and some practical guidance about how to recognize them before it’s too late.
Readings from this service:
2 Timothy 4: 1-4
Psalm 1: 1-4
Matthew 7: 15-20…
July 27: Ask, Seek, Knock
Jesus urges us to pray in all circumstances because we have a Heavenly Father who always hears and delights to give us good things.
Readings from this service:
Jeremiah 29: 10-14
Psalm 9: 9-10
Matthew 7: 7-11…
July 13: Lilies & Sparrows
Ben explores what Jesus has to say about anxiety, scarcity, and shame.
Readings from this service:
Philippians 4: 4-7
Psalm 91: 1-4
Matthew 6: 25-34…
June 29: Jesus’ Portfolio
Jesus’ teaches us to invest our lives in the gospel because all “lesser treasures” will leave us empty and in the dark.
Readings from this service:
Philippians 3: 7-8
Psalm 49: 16-20
Matthew 6: 19-21…
