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Sermon for 2nd Sunday in Advent Dec 9, 2007

Chuck Warnock

07 Dec 2007

I just posted my sermon, A Dwelling Glorious, from Isaiah 11:1-10, for the second Sunday in Advent, December 9, 2007. Hope it's helpful as you reflect on Advent.

Also, Robert Dilday, associate editor of The Religious Herald, interviewed me on lectionary preaching for his article in ABP's Stand and Deliver series. If you want some information on preaching from lectionary texts, Robert's article is a good resource. Have a great day Sunday!

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Trinity: The Wind and the Dance

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The Story Continues: Pentecost

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Swimming in an Ocean of Love

Most of us grew up thinking Christianity was about following Jesus – being good, following rules, trying our best to live like he did. But here, Jesus reveals something deeper. He's inviting us into the family circle, into the very heart of divine love itself.

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His Cave was not His Grave

Trinity: The Wind and the Dance

The Story Continues: Pentecost

Swimming in an Ocean of Love