Author: Matthew Ruttan
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Recovering the lost art of porch-sitting and the evening constitutional
This episode is the audio version of an article co-authored with Sarah Joy Covey. It is about finding simple ways to pause, reflect and regroup which can help do away with the lingering disquiet that persists after the pandemic.
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Eden isn’t just in the past [Sermon]
Jurgen Moltmann says that miracles are not an interuption of the natural order of things but the restoration of the natural order of things. This helps us see Jesus’ miracles in a new light. Eden isn’t just in the past. It’s coming again. Jesus is the great restorer. This sermon on Mark 1:40-2:17 explores this…
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Clashing with the kingdom of darkness and demons
When Jesus came to proclaim the Kingdom of God he was not doing so in neutral territory. In Satan’s view, Jesus was an intruder trying to encroach on his turf. A clash was inevitable. This sermon (also posted as a podcast episode) addresses demons, the kingdom of darkness, and looks at Jesus’ exorcisms in Mark…
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Think Bigger [Sermon]
What if had been trained or deceived into thinking small thoughts about God and his kingdom? This sermon is Part 1 in a new series on Mark’s Gospel. Here we explore Mark 1:1-15. Let’s think bigger.
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The Way Up is Down [Sermon]
What do you want to be successful at? But of course there are different ways to define success. This sermon explores James 4:1-10 to better understand the mind of God as we pursue our hopes and dreams.
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Giving Up Good Things For Great Things [Sermon]
Following Jesus means making sacrifices — and that can be difficult. But we find fresh motivation when we count not only the costs, but the benefits. This podcast is a sermon on Luke 9:57-62.
