http://theuniversitychurchtoledo.org en Join us for worship at 10:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. on Sundays at The University Church, 4747 Hill Avenue in Toledo, Ohio. All are welcome. Join us for worship at 10:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. on Sundays at The University Church, 4747 Hill Avenue in Toledo, Ohio. All are welcome. Join us for worship at 10:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. on Sundays at The University Church, 4747 Hill Avenue in Toledo, Ohio. All are welcome.… Copyright 2026 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies juliandavies@theuniversitychurchtoledo.org false Sun, 31 Jul 2022 18:36:00 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies Acts 9:1-19 Colossians 2:6-19 & 3:1-11 Today we look at Paul's story and what it can teach us about living in the Holy Spirit and keeping our eyes on Jesus. Being uncomfortable can mean you're growing. Living in fear is not of God. Acts 9:1-19 Colossians 2:6-19 & 3:1-11 Today we look at Paul's story and what it can teach us about living in the Holy Spirit and keeping our eyes on Jesus. Being uncomfortable can mean you're growing. Living in fear is not of God. Acts 9:1-19 Colossians 2:6-19 & 3:1-11 Today we look at Paul's story and what it can teach us about living in the Holy Spirit and keeping our eyes on Jesus. Being uncomfortable can mean you're growing. Living in fear is not of God. … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 2150 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/22007734/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_theeighthsundayafterpentecostw/id/3846330.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/22007734 Paul, Jesus, fear, Holy Spirit, uncomfortable, Baptism Sun, 31 Jul 2022 18:36:00 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies Acts 9:1-19 Colossians 2:6-19 & 3:1-11 Today we look at Paul's story and what it can teach us about living in the Holy Spirit and keeping our eyes on Jesus. Being uncomfortable can mean you're growing. Living in fear is not of God. Acts 9:1-19 Colossians 2:6-19 & 3:1-11 Today we look at Paul's story and what it can teach us about living in the Holy Spirit and keeping our eyes on Jesus. Being uncomfortable can mean you're growing. Living in fear is not of God. Acts 9:1-19 Colossians 2:6-19 & 3:1-11 Today we look at Paul's story and what it can teach us about living in the Holy Spirit and keeping our eyes on Jesus. Being uncomfortable can mean you're growing. Living in fear is not of God. … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/22007734/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_theeighthsundayafterpentecostw/id/425263 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/22007734 Paul, Jesus, fear, Holy Spirit, uncomfortable, Baptism Sun, 24 Jul 2022 23:43:00 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies Psalm 85 Hosea 1:2-10 Faith beyond what you see Psalm 85 Hosea 1:2-10 Faith beyond what you see Psalm 85 Hosea 1:2-10 Faith beyond what you see… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 2486 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/22004470/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_theseventhsundayafterpentecost/id/3843172.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/22004470 faith, Jesus, Hosea, Gomer, Bible Sun, 24 Jul 2022 23:43:00 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies Psalm 85 Hosea 1:2-10 Faith beyond what you see Psalm 85 Hosea 1:2-10 Faith beyond what you see Psalm 85 Hosea 1:2-10 Faith beyond what you see… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/22004470/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_theseventhsundayafterpentecost/id/425014 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/22004470 faith, Jesus, Hosea, Gomer, Bible Sun, 17 Jul 2022 22:11:56 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies What do you see? Amos 8:1-2 & 11-12 Luke 10:38-42 What do you see? Amos 8:1-2 & 11-12 Luke 10:38-42 What do you see? Amos 8:1-2 & 11-12 Luke 10:38-42… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1606 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/22001483/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thesixthsundayafterpentecostwi/id/3840261.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/22001483 Jesus, Bible, Amos, Luke Sun, 17 Jul 2022 22:11:56 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies What do you see? Amos 8:1-2 & 11-12 Luke 10:38-42 What do you see? Amos 8:1-2 & 11-12 Luke 10:38-42 What do you see? Amos 8:1-2 & 11-12 Luke 10:38-42… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/22001483/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thesixthsundayafterpentecostwi/id/424824 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/22001483 Jesus, Bible, Amos, Luke Sun, 10 Jul 2022 15:26:00 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies What do you see? Amos 7:7-8 & Luke 10:25-37 What do you see? Amos 7:7-8 & Luke 10:25-37 What do you see? Amos 7:7-8 & Luke 10:25-37… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1528 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21997638/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thefifthsundayafterpentecostwi/id/3836436.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21997638 neighbor, Jesus, lawyer, Amos, grace, love Sun, 10 Jul 2022 15:26:00 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies What do you see? Amos 7:7-8 & Luke 10:25-37 What do you see? Amos 7:7-8 & Luke 10:25-37 What do you see? Amos 7:7-8 & Luke 10:25-37… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21997638/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thefifthsundayafterpentecostwi/id/424601 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21997638 neighbor, Jesus, lawyer, Amos, grace, love Sun, 03 Jul 2022 22:17:26 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies Isaiah 61:1-7 and Luke 4:18 What are you a slave of? What do you need to be set free? Isaiah 61:1-7 and Luke 4:18 What are you a slave of? What do you need to be set free? Isaiah 61:1-7 and Luke 4:18 What are you a slave of? What do you need to be set free? … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1802 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21995794/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thefourthsundayafterpentecostw/id/3834775.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21995794 freedom, Jesus, liberty, Isaiah, Luke, faith Sun, 03 Jul 2022 22:17:26 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies Isaiah 61:1-7 and Luke 4:18 What are you a slave of? What do you need to be set free? Isaiah 61:1-7 and Luke 4:18 What are you a slave of? What do you need to be set free? Isaiah 61:1-7 and Luke 4:18 What are you a slave of? What do you need to be set free? … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21995794/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thefourthsundayafterpentecostw/id/424452 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21995794 freedom, Jesus, liberty, Isaiah, Luke, faith Sun, 26 Jun 2022 23:08:37 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies the Bible, Jesus & Love Ecclesiastes 3:1-8 1 Corinthians 13 the Bible, Jesus & Love Ecclesiastes 3:1-8 1 Corinthians 13 the Bible, Jesus & Love Ecclesiastes 3:1-8 1 Corinthians 13… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1939 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21992961/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thethirdsundayafterpentecostwi/id/3832002.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21992961 Love, Jesus, Bible, Christian, Faith Sun, 26 Jun 2022 23:08:37 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies the Bible, Jesus & Love Ecclesiastes 3:1-8 1 Corinthians 13 the Bible, Jesus & Love Ecclesiastes 3:1-8 1 Corinthians 13 the Bible, Jesus & Love Ecclesiastes 3:1-8 1 Corinthians 13… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21992961/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thethirdsundayafterpentecostwi/id/424251 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21992961 Love, Jesus, Bible, Christian, Faith Sun, 19 Jun 2022 19:41:50 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for The Second Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on June 19, 2022 as we look at the teachings of Jesus on the Kingdom of Heaven. Join us for The Second Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on June 19, 2022 as we look at the teachings of Jesus on the Kingdom of Heaven. Join us for The Second Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on June 19, 2022 as we look at the teachings of Jesus on the Kingdom of Heaven. … Julian A. Davies 2132 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21989960/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thesecondsundayafterpentecostw/id/3829049.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21989960 Jesus, Kingdom, Well-being, health, wholeness, Scripture: Psalms 116:1-116:19, Matthew 9:35-10:8 Sun, 19 Jun 2022 19:41:50 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for The Second Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on June 19, 2022 as we look at the teachings of Jesus on the Kingdom of Heaven. Join us for The Second Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on June 19, 2022 as we look at the teachings of Jesus on the Kingdom of Heaven. Join us for The Second Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on June 19, 2022 as we look at the teachings of Jesus on the Kingdom of Heaven. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21989960/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thesecondsundayafterpentecostw/id/424050 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21989960 Jesus, Kingdom, Well-being, health, wholeness, Scripture: Psalms 116:1-116:19, Matthew 9:35-10:8 Sun, 12 Jun 2022 22:14:01 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for Trinity Sunday with The University Church on June 12, 2022. Join us for Trinity Sunday with The University Church on June 12, 2022. Join us for Trinity Sunday with The University Church on June 12, 2022.… Julian A. Davies 2136 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21987137/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_trinitysundaywiththeuniversity/id/3826340.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21987137 Trinity, Father, Son, Spirit, Wisdom., Scripture: Proverbs 8:1-8:31, John 16:12-16:15 Sun, 12 Jun 2022 22:14:01 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for Trinity Sunday with The University Church on June 12, 2022. Join us for Trinity Sunday with The University Church on June 12, 2022. Join us for Trinity Sunday with The University Church on June 12, 2022.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21987137/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_trinitysundaywiththeuniversity/id/423851 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21987137 Trinity, Father, Son, Spirit, Wisdom., Scripture: Proverbs 8:1-8:31, John 16:12-16:15 Sun, 05 Jun 2022 22:12:57 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for Pentecost Sunday with The University Church on June 5, 2022. Join us for Pentecost Sunday with The University Church on June 5, 2022. Join us for Pentecost Sunday with The University Church on June 5, 2022.… Julian A. Davies 2560 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21984254/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_pentecostsundaywiththeuniversi/id/3823525.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21984254 Holy Spirit, Pentecost, Passover, First-century Israel, Scripture: Joel 2:23-2:32, Acts 2:1-2:21 Sun, 05 Jun 2022 22:12:57 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for Pentecost Sunday with The University Church on June 5, 2022. Join us for Pentecost Sunday with The University Church on June 5, 2022. Join us for Pentecost Sunday with The University Church on June 5, 2022.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21984254/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_pentecostsundaywiththeuniversi/id/423643 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21984254 Holy Spirit, Pentecost, Passover, First-century Israel, Scripture: Joel 2:23-2:32, Acts 2:1-2:21 Sun, 29 May 2022 19:44:09 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Seventh Sunday of Easter - Ascension Sunday with The University Church on May 29, 2022. Join us for the Seventh Sunday of Easter - Ascension Sunday with The University Church on May 29, 2022. Join us for the Seventh Sunday of Easter - Ascension Sunday with The University Church on May 29, 2022.… Julian A. Davies 1910 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21981274/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_theseventhsundayofeasterascens/id/3820593.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21981274 Ascension, Sovereignty, Jesus, Presence, Scripture: Psalms 47, Luke 24:44-24:53 Sun, 29 May 2022 19:44:09 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Seventh Sunday of Easter - Ascension Sunday with The University Church on May 29, 2022. Join us for the Seventh Sunday of Easter - Ascension Sunday with The University Church on May 29, 2022. Join us for the Seventh Sunday of Easter - Ascension Sunday with The University Church on May 29, 2022.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21981274/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_theseventhsundayofeasterascens/id/423435 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21981274 Ascension, Sovereignty, Jesus, Presence, Scripture: Psalms 47, Luke 24:44-24:53 Sun, 22 May 2022 19:34:32 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Sixth Sunday of Easter with The University Church on May 22, 2022. Join us for the Sixth Sunday of Easter with The University Church on May 22, 2022. Join us for the Sixth Sunday of Easter with The University Church on May 22, 2022.… Julian A. Davies 1587 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21978356/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thesixthsundayofeasterwiththeu/id/3817727.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21978356 Scripture: Psalms 66:16-66:20, John 14:15-14:21 Sun, 22 May 2022 19:34:32 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Sixth Sunday of Easter with The University Church on May 22, 2022. Join us for the Sixth Sunday of Easter with The University Church on May 22, 2022. Join us for the Sixth Sunday of Easter with The University Church on May 22, 2022.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21978356/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thesixthsundayofeasterwiththeu/id/423236 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21978356 Scripture: Psalms 66:16-66:20, John 14:15-14:21 Sun, 08 May 2022 16:43:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Fourth Sunday of Easter with The University Church on March 8, 2022. Join us for the Fourth Sunday of Easter with The University Church on March 8, 2022. Join us for the Fourth Sunday of Easter with The University Church on March 8, 2022.… Julian A. Davies 1769 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21973258/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thefourthsundayofeasterwiththe/id/3812821.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21973258 Hospitality, Jesus, Emmaus, Scripture: Isaiah 53:3-53:9, Luke 24:13-24:35 Sun, 08 May 2022 16:43:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Fourth Sunday of Easter with The University Church on March 8, 2022. Join us for the Fourth Sunday of Easter with The University Church on March 8, 2022. Join us for the Fourth Sunday of Easter with The University Church on March 8, 2022.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21973258/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thefourthsundayofeasterwiththe/id/422854 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21973258 Hospitality, Jesus, Emmaus, Scripture: Isaiah 53:3-53:9, Luke 24:13-24:35 Sun, 01 May 2022 19:24:24 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Third Sunday of Easter with The University Church on May 1, 2022. Join us for the Third Sunday of Easter with The University Church on May 1, 2022. Join us for the Third Sunday of Easter with The University Church on May 1, 2022.… Julian A. Davies 1464 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21969465/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thethirdsundayofeasterwiththeu/id/3809063.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21969465 Scripture: Joshua 24:19-24:27, Luke 24:36-24:49 Sun, 01 May 2022 19:24:24 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Third Sunday of Easter with The University Church on May 1, 2022. Join us for the Third Sunday of Easter with The University Church on May 1, 2022. Join us for the Third Sunday of Easter with The University Church on May 1, 2022.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21969465/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thethirdsundayofeasterwiththeu/id/422545 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21969465 Scripture: Joshua 24:19-24:27, Luke 24:36-24:49 Sun, 24 Apr 2022 19:17:34 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Second Sunday of Easter with The University Church on April 24, 2022. Join us for the Second Sunday of Easter with The University Church on April 24, 2022. Join us for the Second Sunday of Easter with The University Church on April 24, 2022.… Julian A. Davies 1552 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21966291/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thesecondsundayofeasterwiththe/id/3805999.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21966291 Jesus, New creation, disciples, confusion, doubt, fear, Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11-29:13, John 20:19-20:31 Sun, 24 Apr 2022 19:17:34 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Second Sunday of Easter with The University Church on April 24, 2022. Join us for the Second Sunday of Easter with The University Church on April 24, 2022. Join us for the Second Sunday of Easter with The University Church on April 24, 2022.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21966291/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thesecondsundayofeasterwiththe/id/422299 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21966291 Jesus, New creation, disciples, confusion, doubt, fear, Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11-29:13, John 20:19-20:31 Sun, 17 Apr 2022 19:26:11 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for Easter Sunday with The University Church on April 17, 2022. Join us for Easter Sunday with The University Church on April 17, 2022. Join us for Easter Sunday with The University Church on April 17, 2022.… Julian A. Davies 1939 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21963198/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_eastersundaywiththeuniversityc/id/3803078.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21963198 Scripture: Psalms 118:1-118:24, John 20:1-20:18 Sun, 17 Apr 2022 19:26:11 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for Easter Sunday with The University Church on April 17, 2022. Join us for Easter Sunday with The University Church on April 17, 2022. Join us for Easter Sunday with The University Church on April 17, 2022.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21963198/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_eastersundaywiththeuniversityc/id/422105 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21963198 Scripture: Psalms 118:1-118:24, John 20:1-20:18 Sun, 10 Apr 2022 14:44:00 +0000 Robert H. Ball Join us for Palm - Passion Sunday with The University Church on April 10, 2022. Join us for Palm - Passion Sunday with The University Church on April 10, 2022. Join us for Palm - Passion Sunday with The University Church on April 10, 2022.… Robert H. Ball 1743 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21960053/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_palmpassionsundaywiththeuniver/id/3800059.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21960053 Palm Sunday, Passion Sunday, Scripture: Isaiah 50:4-50:9, Philippians 2:5-2:11 Sun, 10 Apr 2022 14:44:00 +0000 Robert H. Ball Join us for Palm - Passion Sunday with The University Church on April 10, 2022. Join us for Palm - Passion Sunday with The University Church on April 10, 2022. Join us for Palm - Passion Sunday with The University Church on April 10, 2022.… Robert H. Ball https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21960053/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_palmpassionsundaywiththeuniver/id/421866 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21960053 Palm Sunday, Passion Sunday, Scripture: Isaiah 50:4-50:9, Philippians 2:5-2:11 Sun, 03 Apr 2022 19:37:04 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Fifth Sunday in Lent with The University Church on April 3, 2022. Join us for the Fifth Sunday in Lent with The University Church on April 3, 2022. Join us for the Fifth Sunday in Lent with The University Church on April 3, 2022.… Julian A. Davies 1430 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21956402/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thefifthsundayinlentwiththeuni/id/3796429.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21956402 Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-37:14, John 11:45-11:53 Sun, 03 Apr 2022 19:37:04 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Fifth Sunday in Lent with The University Church on April 3, 2022. Join us for the Fifth Sunday in Lent with The University Church on April 3, 2022. Join us for the Fifth Sunday in Lent with The University Church on April 3, 2022.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21956402/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thefifthsundayinlentwiththeuni/id/421590 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21956402 Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-37:14, John 11:45-11:53 Sun, 27 Mar 2022 19:10:15 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Fourth Sunday in Lent with The University Church on March 27, 2022. Join us for the Fourth Sunday in Lent with The University Church on March 27, 2022. Join us for the Fourth Sunday in Lent with The University Church on March 27, 2022.… Julian A. Davies 2143 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21953220/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thefourthsundayinlentwiththeun/id/3793325.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21953220 Scripture: Psalms 23:1-23:6, John 9:1-9:41 Sun, 27 Mar 2022 19:10:15 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Fourth Sunday in Lent with The University Church on March 27, 2022. Join us for the Fourth Sunday in Lent with The University Church on March 27, 2022. Join us for the Fourth Sunday in Lent with The University Church on March 27, 2022.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21953220/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thefourthsundayinlentwiththeun/id/421372 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21953220 Scripture: Psalms 23:1-23:6, John 9:1-9:41 Mon, 21 Mar 2022 13:46:09 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Third Sunday in Lent with The University Church on March 20, 2022 as we look at encounter and conversation through the account of Jesus and the Samaritan woman at the well. Join us for the Third Sunday in Lent with The University Church on March 20, 2022 as we look at encounter and conversation through the account of Jesus and the Samaritan woman at the well. Join us for the Third Sunday in Lent with The University Church on March 20, 2022 as we look at encounter and conversation through the account of Jesus and the Samaritan woman at the well.… Julian A. Davies 2439 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21950305/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thethirdsundayinlentwiththeuni/id/3790571.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21950305 Jesus, Samaritan, well, encounter, conversation., Scripture: Exodus 17:1-17:7, John 4:1-4:42 Mon, 21 Mar 2022 13:46:09 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Third Sunday in Lent with The University Church on March 20, 2022 as we look at encounter and conversation through the account of Jesus and the Samaritan woman at the well. Join us for the Third Sunday in Lent with The University Church on March 20, 2022 as we look at encounter and conversation through the account of Jesus and the Samaritan woman at the well. Join us for the Third Sunday in Lent with The University Church on March 20, 2022 as we look at encounter and conversation through the account of Jesus and the Samaritan woman at the well.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21950305/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thethirdsundayinlentwiththeuni/id/421181 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21950305 Jesus, Samaritan, well, encounter, conversation., Scripture: Exodus 17:1-17:7, John 4:1-4:42 Sun, 06 Mar 2022 20:38:57 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for The First Sunday in Lent with The University Church on March 6, 2022, as we look at "Temptation." Join us for The First Sunday in Lent with The University Church on March 6, 2022, as we look at "Temptation." Join us for The First Sunday in Lent with The University Church on March 6, 2022, as we look at "Temptation."… Julian A. Davies 1994 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21942238/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thefirstsundayinlentwiththeuni/id/3782689.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21942238 Temptation, Jesus, Moses, Freedom, Bondage, Scripture: Genesis 2:15-2:17, Matthew 4:1-4:11 Sun, 06 Mar 2022 20:38:57 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for The First Sunday in Lent with The University Church on March 6, 2022, as we look at "Temptation." Join us for The First Sunday in Lent with The University Church on March 6, 2022, as we look at "Temptation." Join us for The First Sunday in Lent with The University Church on March 6, 2022, as we look at "Temptation."… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21942238/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thefirstsundayinlentwiththeuni/id/420714 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21942238 Temptation, Jesus, Moses, Freedom, Bondage, Scripture: Genesis 2:15-2:17, Matthew 4:1-4:11 Sun, 20 Feb 2022 15:05:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Seventh Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on February 20, 2022 as we look at "Love in Action." Join us for the Seventh Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on February 20, 2022 as we look at "Love in Action." Join us for the Seventh Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on February 20, 2022 as we look at "Love in Action."… Julian A. Davies 2189 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21935472/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_theseventhsundayaftertheepipha/id/3776139.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21935472 Love, Beatitude, Happiness, John Wesley, Jesus, Matthew, Scripture: Exodus 20:1-20:17, Matthew 5:1-5:12 Sun, 20 Feb 2022 15:05:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Seventh Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on February 20, 2022 as we look at "Love in Action." Join us for the Seventh Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on February 20, 2022 as we look at "Love in Action." Join us for the Seventh Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on February 20, 2022 as we look at "Love in Action."… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21935472/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_theseventhsundayaftertheepipha/id/420246 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21935472 Love, Beatitude, Happiness, John Wesley, Jesus, Matthew, Scripture: Exodus 20:1-20:17, Matthew 5:1-5:12 Sun, 13 Feb 2022 20:16:09 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Sixth Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on February 13, 2022 as we look at "Strangers and Guests." Join us for the Sixth Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on February 13, 2022 as we look at "Strangers and Guests." Join us for the Sixth Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on February 13, 2022 as we look at "Strangers and Guests."… Julian A. Davies 1648 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21931934/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thesixthsundayaftertheepiphany/id/3772658.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21931934 Stranger, guest, love, Scripture: Deuteronomy 10:17-10:19, Matthew 25:30-25:40 Sun, 13 Feb 2022 20:16:09 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Sixth Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on February 13, 2022 as we look at "Strangers and Guests." Join us for the Sixth Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on February 13, 2022 as we look at "Strangers and Guests." Join us for the Sixth Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on February 13, 2022 as we look at "Strangers and Guests."… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21931934/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thesixthsundayaftertheepiphany/id/419971 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21931934 Stranger, guest, love, Scripture: Deuteronomy 10:17-10:19, Matthew 25:30-25:40 Sun, 06 Feb 2022 14:47:13 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on February 6, 2022 - “As You Love Yourself.” Join us for the Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on February 6, 2022 - “As You Love Yourself.” Join us for the Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on February 6, 2022 - “As You Love Yourself.”… Julian A. Davies 1851 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21927508/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thefifthsundayaftertheepiphany/id/3768392.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21927508 Love, self, Jesus, John Wesley, Scripture: Leviticus 19:1-19:4, Luke 4:18-4:28 Sun, 06 Feb 2022 14:47:13 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on February 6, 2022 - “As You Love Yourself.” Join us for the Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on February 6, 2022 - “As You Love Yourself.” Join us for the Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on February 6, 2022 - “As You Love Yourself.”… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21927508/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thefifthsundayaftertheepiphany/id/419684 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21927508 Love, self, Jesus, John Wesley, Scripture: Leviticus 19:1-19:4, Luke 4:18-4:28 Sun, 30 Jan 2022 14:48:54 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Fourth Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on January 30, 2022 – “Loving your Neighbor (In-person and Virtually).” Join us for the Fourth Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on January 30, 2022 – “Loving your Neighbor (In-person and Virtually).” Join us for the Fourth Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on January 30, 2022 – “Loving your Neighbor (In-person and Virtually).”… Julian A. Davies 1927 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21924372/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thefourthsundayaftertheepiphan/id/3765460.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21924372 Church, family, metaverse, on-line, in-person, love, Scripture: Exodus 20:8-20:17, Romans 13:8-13:10 Sun, 30 Jan 2022 14:48:54 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Fourth Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on January 30, 2022 – “Loving your Neighbor (In-person and Virtually).” Join us for the Fourth Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on January 30, 2022 – “Loving your Neighbor (In-person and Virtually).” Join us for the Fourth Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on January 30, 2022 – “Loving your Neighbor (In-person and Virtually).”… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21924372/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thefourthsundayaftertheepiphan/id/419478 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21924372 Church, family, metaverse, on-line, in-person, love, Scripture: Exodus 20:8-20:17, Romans 13:8-13:10 Sun, 23 Jan 2022 14:23:46 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Third Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on January 23, 2022 - "The Nature of Community." Join us for the Third Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on January 23, 2022 - "The Nature of Community." Join us for the Third Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on January 23, 2022 - "The Nature of Community."… Julian A. Davies 1611 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21921185/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thethirdsundayaftertheepiphany/id/3762470.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21921185 Community, church, love, John Wesley, Scripture: Deuteronomy 10:12-10:15, Luke 10:25-10:28 Sun, 23 Jan 2022 14:23:46 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Third Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on January 23, 2022 - "The Nature of Community." Join us for the Third Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on January 23, 2022 - "The Nature of Community." Join us for the Third Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on January 23, 2022 - "The Nature of Community."… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21921185/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thethirdsundayaftertheepiphany/id/419265 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21921185 Community, church, love, John Wesley, Scripture: Deuteronomy 10:12-10:15, Luke 10:25-10:28 Sun, 16 Jan 2022 14:28:41 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for The Second Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on January 16, 2022 as we consider "Baptism and Community." Join us for The Second Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on January 16, 2022 as we consider "Baptism and Community." Join us for The Second Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on January 16, 2022 as we consider "Baptism and Community."… Julian A. Davies 1869 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21918092/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thesecondsundayaftertheepiphan/id/3759569.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21918092 Baptism, Jesus, John, John Wesley, Community, Church, Family, Scripture: Isaiah 43:1-43:7, Luke 3:15-3:22 Sun, 16 Jan 2022 14:28:41 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for The Second Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on January 16, 2022 as we consider "Baptism and Community." Join us for The Second Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on January 16, 2022 as we consider "Baptism and Community." Join us for The Second Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on January 16, 2022 as we consider "Baptism and Community."… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21918092/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thesecondsundayaftertheepiphan/id/419049 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21918092 Baptism, Jesus, John, John Wesley, Community, Church, Family, Scripture: Isaiah 43:1-43:7, Luke 3:15-3:22 Sun, 09 Jan 2022 14:40:54 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the First Sunday after the Epiphany - The Baptism of the Lord - with The University Church on January 9, 2022. Join us for the First Sunday after the Epiphany - The Baptism of the Lord - with The University Church on January 9, 2022. Join us for the First Sunday after the Epiphany - The Baptism of the Lord - with The University Church on January 9, 2022.… Julian A. Davies 1177 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21915120/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thefirstsundayaftertheepiphany/id/3756713.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21915120 Jesus, Baptism, John, Israel, Scripture: Genesis 1:1-1:5, Mark 1:4-1:11 Sun, 09 Jan 2022 14:40:54 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the First Sunday after the Epiphany - The Baptism of the Lord - with The University Church on January 9, 2022. Join us for the First Sunday after the Epiphany - The Baptism of the Lord - with The University Church on January 9, 2022. Join us for the First Sunday after the Epiphany - The Baptism of the Lord - with The University Church on January 9, 2022.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21915120/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thefirstsundayaftertheepiphany/id/418829 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21915120 Jesus, Baptism, John, Israel, Scripture: Genesis 1:1-1:5, Mark 1:4-1:11 Sun, 19 Dec 2021 23:54:33 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Fourth Sunday of Advent with The University Church on December 19, 2021. Join us for the Fourth Sunday of Advent with The University Church on December 19, 2021. Join us for the Fourth Sunday of Advent with The University Church on December 19, 2021.… Julian A. Davies 1605 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21907415/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thefourthsundayofadventwiththe/id/3749427.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21907415 Mary, Joseph, Jesus, Isaiah, Scripture: Isaiah 7:10-7:16, Matthew 1:18-1:25 Sun, 19 Dec 2021 23:54:33 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Fourth Sunday of Advent with The University Church on December 19, 2021. Join us for the Fourth Sunday of Advent with The University Church on December 19, 2021. Join us for the Fourth Sunday of Advent with The University Church on December 19, 2021.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21907415/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thefourthsundayofadventwiththe/id/418281 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21907415 Mary, Joseph, Jesus, Isaiah, Scripture: Isaiah 7:10-7:16, Matthew 1:18-1:25 Sun, 12 Dec 2021 20:34:02 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Third Sunday of Advent with The University Church on December 12, 2021 as we look at the question, "Are You The One Who Is To Come?" Join us for the Third Sunday of Advent with The University Church on December 12, 2021 as we look at the question, "Are You The One Who Is To Come?" Join us for the Third Sunday of Advent with The University Church on December 12, 2021 as we look at the question, "Are You The One Who Is To Come?"… Julian A. Davies 1283 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21904095/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thethirdsundayofadventwiththeu/id/3746267.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21904095 Jesus, John the Baptist, Kingdom of God, Advent, Scripture: Isaiah 35:1-35:10, Matthew 11:2-11:11 Sun, 12 Dec 2021 20:34:02 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Third Sunday of Advent with The University Church on December 12, 2021 as we look at the question, "Are You The One Who Is To Come?" Join us for the Third Sunday of Advent with The University Church on December 12, 2021 as we look at the question, "Are You The One Who Is To Come?" Join us for the Third Sunday of Advent with The University Church on December 12, 2021 as we look at the question, "Are You The One Who Is To Come?"… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21904095/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thethirdsundayofadventwiththeu/id/417987 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21904095 Jesus, John the Baptist, Kingdom of God, Advent, Scripture: Isaiah 35:1-35:10, Matthew 11:2-11:11 Sun, 05 Dec 2021 20:25:15 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for The Second Sunday of Advent with The University Church as we look at the opening words of Mark's Gospel. Join us for The Second Sunday of Advent with The University Church as we look at the opening words of Mark's Gospel. Join us for The Second Sunday of Advent with The University Church as we look at the opening words of Mark's Gospel. … Julian A. Davies 1604 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21900814/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thesecondsundayofadventwiththe/id/3743069.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21900814 Kingdom, Christ, Jesus, Empire, Nativity, Scripture: Isaiah 40:1-40:11, Mark 1:1-1:8 Sun, 05 Dec 2021 20:25:15 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for The Second Sunday of Advent with The University Church as we look at the opening words of Mark's Gospel. Join us for The Second Sunday of Advent with The University Church as we look at the opening words of Mark's Gospel. Join us for The Second Sunday of Advent with The University Church as we look at the opening words of Mark's Gospel. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21900814/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thesecondsundayofadventwiththe/id/417758 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21900814 Kingdom, Christ, Jesus, Empire, Nativity, Scripture: Isaiah 40:1-40:11, Mark 1:1-1:8 Sun, 21 Nov 2021 20:14:38 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for Christ the King Sunday with The University Church on November 21, 2021, as we look at what Jesus has to say about sheep and goats. Join us for Christ the King Sunday with The University Church on November 21, 2021, as we look at what Jesus has to say about sheep and goats. Join us for Christ the King Sunday with The University Church on November 21, 2021, as we look at what Jesus has to say about sheep and goats.… Julian A. Davies 1487 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21894230/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_christthekingsundaywiththeuniv/id/3737017.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21894230 Christ, King, Kingdom, Empire, Sheep, Goats, Scripture: Psalms 100, Matthew 25:31-25:46 Sun, 21 Nov 2021 20:14:38 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for Christ the King Sunday with The University Church on November 21, 2021, as we look at what Jesus has to say about sheep and goats. Join us for Christ the King Sunday with The University Church on November 21, 2021, as we look at what Jesus has to say about sheep and goats. Join us for Christ the King Sunday with The University Church on November 21, 2021, as we look at what Jesus has to say about sheep and goats.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21894230/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_christthekingsundaywiththeuniv/id/417365 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21894230 Christ, King, Kingdom, Empire, Sheep, Goats, Scripture: Psalms 100, Matthew 25:31-25:46 Sun, 14 Nov 2021 21:48:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Twenty Fifth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on November 14, 2021, as we look at the Parable of the Two Brothers (the Prodigal Son). Join us for the Twenty Fifth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on November 14, 2021, as we look at the Parable of the Two Brothers (the Prodigal Son). Join us for the Twenty Fifth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on November 14, 2021, as we look at the Parable of the Two Brothers (the Prodigal Son). … Julian A. Davies 2249 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21891303/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thetwentyfifthsundayafterpente/id/3734775.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21891303 Parable, Jesus, Shalom, Lost, Found, Scripture: Genesis 4:8-4:16, Luke 15:11-15:32 Sun, 14 Nov 2021 21:48:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Twenty Fifth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on November 14, 2021, as we look at the Parable of the Two Brothers (the Prodigal Son). Join us for the Twenty Fifth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on November 14, 2021, as we look at the Parable of the Two Brothers (the Prodigal Son). Join us for the Twenty Fifth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on November 14, 2021, as we look at the Parable of the Two Brothers (the Prodigal Son). … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21891303/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thetwentyfifthsundayafterpente/id/417219 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21891303 Parable, Jesus, Shalom, Lost, Found, Scripture: Genesis 4:8-4:16, Luke 15:11-15:32 Sun, 07 Nov 2021 23:54:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Twenty Fourth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on November 7, 2021 as we look at the parable of the talents and what it can teach us for today. Join us for the Twenty Fourth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on November 7, 2021 as we look at the parable of the talents and what it can teach us for today. Join us for the Twenty Fourth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on November 7, 2021 as we look at the parable of the talents and what it can teach us for today.… Julian A. Davies 1854 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21887605/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thetwentyfourthsundayafterpent/id/3731211.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21887605 Kingdom, Empire, Jesus, parable, talents, Scripture: Psalms 76, Matthew 25:14-25:30 Sun, 07 Nov 2021 23:54:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Twenty Fourth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on November 7, 2021 as we look at the parable of the talents and what it can teach us for today. Join us for the Twenty Fourth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on November 7, 2021 as we look at the parable of the talents and what it can teach us for today. Join us for the Twenty Fourth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on November 7, 2021 as we look at the parable of the talents and what it can teach us for today.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21887605/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thetwentyfourthsundayafterpent/id/416966 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21887605 Kingdom, Empire, Jesus, parable, talents, Scripture: Psalms 76, Matthew 25:14-25:30 Sun, 31 Oct 2021 19:41:25 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Twenty Third Sunday after Pentecost (Reformation Sunday) with The University Church on October 31, 2021. Join us for the Twenty Third Sunday after Pentecost (Reformation Sunday) with The University Church on October 31, 2021. Join us for the Twenty Third Sunday after Pentecost (Reformation Sunday) with The University Church on October 31, 2021. … Julian A. Davies 1778 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21884156/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thetwentythirdsundayafterpente/id/3727854.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21884156 Jesus, Parable, Church, Allegiance , Scripture: Psalms 78:1-78:7, Matthew 25:1-25:13 Sun, 31 Oct 2021 19:41:25 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Twenty Third Sunday after Pentecost (Reformation Sunday) with The University Church on October 31, 2021. Join us for the Twenty Third Sunday after Pentecost (Reformation Sunday) with The University Church on October 31, 2021. Join us for the Twenty Third Sunday after Pentecost (Reformation Sunday) with The University Church on October 31, 2021. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21884156/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thetwentythirdsundayafterpente/id/416729 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21884156 Jesus, Parable, Church, Allegiance , Scripture: Psalms 78:1-78:7, Matthew 25:1-25:13 Sun, 24 Oct 2021 20:08:19 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Twenty Second Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on October 24, 2021 as we hear Jesus speak of "Laying Heavy Burdens On The Shoulders Of Others." Join us for the Twenty Second Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on October 24, 2021 as we hear Jesus speak of "Laying Heavy Burdens On The Shoulders Of Others." Join us for the Twenty Second Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on October 24, 2021 as we hear Jesus speak of "Laying Heavy Burdens On The Shoulders Of Others."… Julian A. Davies 1865 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21881043/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thetwentysecondsundayafterpent/id/3724888.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21881043 Jesus, Law, Grace, Burdens, Scripture: Matthew 23:1-23:12 Sun, 24 Oct 2021 20:08:19 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Twenty Second Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on October 24, 2021 as we hear Jesus speak of "Laying Heavy Burdens On The Shoulders Of Others." Join us for the Twenty Second Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on October 24, 2021 as we hear Jesus speak of "Laying Heavy Burdens On The Shoulders Of Others." Join us for the Twenty Second Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on October 24, 2021 as we hear Jesus speak of "Laying Heavy Burdens On The Shoulders Of Others."… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21881043/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thetwentysecondsundayafterpent/id/416511 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21881043 Jesus, Law, Grace, Burdens, Scripture: Matthew 23:1-23:12 Sun, 17 Oct 2021 19:15:14 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Twenty First Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church as Jesus answers the question, "Which Commandment in the Law is the Greatest?" Join us for the Twenty First Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church as Jesus answers the question, "Which Commandment in the Law is the Greatest?" Join us for the Twenty First Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church as Jesus answers the question, "Which Commandment in the Law is the Greatest?"… Julian A. Davies 1983 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21877529/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thetwentyfirstsundayafterpente/id/3721588.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21877529 Jesus, commandment, law, Torah, love, neighbor, stranger, self, God, Scripture: Psalms 90:1-90:6, Matthew 22:34-22:46 Sun, 17 Oct 2021 19:15:14 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Twenty First Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church as Jesus answers the question, "Which Commandment in the Law is the Greatest?" Join us for the Twenty First Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church as Jesus answers the question, "Which Commandment in the Law is the Greatest?" Join us for the Twenty First Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church as Jesus answers the question, "Which Commandment in the Law is the Greatest?"… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21877529/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thetwentyfirstsundayafterpente/id/416285 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21877529 Jesus, commandment, law, Torah, love, neighbor, stranger, self, God, Scripture: Psalms 90:1-90:6, Matthew 22:34-22:46 Sun, 03 Oct 2021 22:44:05 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Nineteen Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on October 3, 2021 as we look at the parables of Jesus. Join us for the Nineteen Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on October 3, 2021 as we look at the parables of Jesus. Join us for the Nineteen Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on October 3, 2021 as we look at the parables of Jesus. … Julian A. Davies 1288 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21871205/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thenineteensundayafterpentecos/id/3715716.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21871205 Parable, Jesus, King, Kingdom, Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-53:8, Matthew 22:1-22:14 Sun, 03 Oct 2021 22:44:05 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Nineteen Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on October 3, 2021 as we look at the parables of Jesus. Join us for the Nineteen Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on October 3, 2021 as we look at the parables of Jesus. Join us for the Nineteen Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on October 3, 2021 as we look at the parables of Jesus. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21871205/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thenineteensundayafterpentecos/id/415841 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21871205 Parable, Jesus, King, Kingdom, Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-53:8, Matthew 22:1-22:14 Sun, 26 Sep 2021 22:04:16 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on September 26, 2021 as we look at another of Jesus' parables to see why "The Stone That The Builders Rejected Has Become The Cornerstone." Join us for the Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on September 26, 2021 as we look at another of Jesus' parables to see why "The Stone That The Builders Rejected Has Become The Cornerstone." Join us for the Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on September 26, 2021 as we look at another of Jesus' parables to see why "The Stone That The Builders Rejected Has Become The Cornerstone."… Julian A. Davies 1463 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21867889/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_theeighteenthsundayafterpentec/id/3712545.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21867889 Jesus, Parable, Vineyard, Isaiah, Cornerstone, Scripture: Psalms 19, Matthew 21:33-21:46 Sun, 26 Sep 2021 22:04:16 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on September 26, 2021 as we look at another of Jesus' parables to see why "The Stone That The Builders Rejected Has Become The Cornerstone." Join us for the Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on September 26, 2021 as we look at another of Jesus' parables to see why "The Stone That The Builders Rejected Has Become The Cornerstone." Join us for the Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on September 26, 2021 as we look at another of Jesus' parables to see why "The Stone That The Builders Rejected Has Become The Cornerstone."… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21867889/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_theeighteenthsundayafterpentec/id/415588 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21867889 Jesus, Parable, Vineyard, Isaiah, Cornerstone, Scripture: Psalms 19, Matthew 21:33-21:46 Sun, 19 Sep 2021 19:44:09 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on September 19, 2021 as we look at the parable of the two sons and see Jesus teach on the importance of the coherence of our words and deeds. Join us for the Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on September 19, 2021 as we look at the parable of the two sons and see Jesus teach on the importance of the coherence of our words and deeds. Join us for the Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on September 19, 2021 as we look at the parable of the two sons and see Jesus teach on the importance of the coherence of our words and deeds. … Julian A. Davies 1519 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21864644/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_theseventeenthsundayafterpente/id/3709389.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21864644 Word, Deed, Jesus, parable, Scripture: Psalms 78:1-78:4, Matthew 21:23-21:32 Sun, 19 Sep 2021 19:44:09 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on September 19, 2021 as we look at the parable of the two sons and see Jesus teach on the importance of the coherence of our words and deeds. Join us for the Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on September 19, 2021 as we look at the parable of the two sons and see Jesus teach on the importance of the coherence of our words and deeds. Join us for the Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on September 19, 2021 as we look at the parable of the two sons and see Jesus teach on the importance of the coherence of our words and deeds. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21864644/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_theseventeenthsundayafterpente/id/415356 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21864644 Word, Deed, Jesus, parable, Scripture: Psalms 78:1-78:4, Matthew 21:23-21:32 Sun, 12 Sep 2021 19:50:35 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on September 12, 2021 as we look at a question posed by Jesus in one of his parables, "Am I Not Allowed To Do What I Choose With What Belongs To Me? Join us for the Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on September 12, 2021 as we look at a question posed by Jesus in one of his parables, "Am I Not Allowed To Do What I Choose With What Belongs To Me? Join us for the Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on September 12, 2021 as we look at a question posed by Jesus in one of his parables, "Am I Not Allowed To Do What I Choose With What Belongs To Me?… Julian A. Davies 1726 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21859276/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thesixteenthsundayafterpenteco/id/3706236.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21859276 Distributive justice, grace, law, Jesus, parable, Scripture: Psalms 78:1-78:8, Matthew 20:1-20:16 Sun, 12 Sep 2021 19:50:35 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on September 12, 2021 as we look at a question posed by Jesus in one of his parables, "Am I Not Allowed To Do What I Choose With What Belongs To Me? Join us for the Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on September 12, 2021 as we look at a question posed by Jesus in one of his parables, "Am I Not Allowed To Do What I Choose With What Belongs To Me? Join us for the Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on September 12, 2021 as we look at a question posed by Jesus in one of his parables, "Am I Not Allowed To Do What I Choose With What Belongs To Me?… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21859276/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thesixteenthsundayafterpenteco/id/415136 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21859276 Distributive justice, grace, law, Jesus, parable, Scripture: Psalms 78:1-78:8, Matthew 20:1-20:16 Sun, 05 Sep 2021 20:01:45 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on September 5, 2021, as we look at forgiveness through the lens of one of Jesus' parables. Join us for the Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on September 5, 2021, as we look at forgiveness through the lens of one of Jesus' parables. Join us for the Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on September 5, 2021, as we look at forgiveness through the lens of one of Jesus' parables. … Julian A. Davies 1726 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21855894/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thefifteenthsundayafterpenteco/id/3703274.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21855894 Forgiveness, Jesus, Parable, Scripture: Exodus 14:19-14:31, Matthew 18:21-18:35 Sun, 05 Sep 2021 20:01:45 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on September 5, 2021, as we look at forgiveness through the lens of one of Jesus' parables. Join us for the Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on September 5, 2021, as we look at forgiveness through the lens of one of Jesus' parables. Join us for the Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on September 5, 2021, as we look at forgiveness through the lens of one of Jesus' parables. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21855894/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thefifteenthsundayafterpenteco/id/414917 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21855894 Forgiveness, Jesus, Parable, Scripture: Exodus 14:19-14:31, Matthew 18:21-18:35 Sun, 29 Aug 2021 19:51:25 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for The Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on August 29, 2021 as we look at the words of Jesus, "Where Two Or Three Are Gathered In Jesus’ Name." Join us for The Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on August 29, 2021 as we look at the words of Jesus, "Where Two Or Three Are Gathered In Jesus’ Name." Join us for The Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on August 29, 2021 as we look at the words of Jesus, "Where Two Or Three Are Gathered In Jesus’ Name."… Julian A. Davies 1490 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21852527/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thefourteenthsundayafterpentec/id/3700334.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21852527 Jesus, law, binding, loosing, Scripture, Scripture: Matthew 18:15-18:20 Sun, 29 Aug 2021 19:51:25 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for The Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on August 29, 2021 as we look at the words of Jesus, "Where Two Or Three Are Gathered In Jesus’ Name." Join us for The Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on August 29, 2021 as we look at the words of Jesus, "Where Two Or Three Are Gathered In Jesus’ Name." Join us for The Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on August 29, 2021 as we look at the words of Jesus, "Where Two Or Three Are Gathered In Jesus’ Name."… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21852527/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thefourteenthsundayafterpentec/id/414720 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21852527 Jesus, law, binding, loosing, Scripture, Scripture: Matthew 18:15-18:20 Sun, 22 Aug 2021 16:58:00 +0000 Diana M. Mathias Join us for the blessing of the backpacks on the Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost. Join us for the blessing of the backpacks on the Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost. Join us for the blessing of the backpacks on the Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost.… Diana M. Mathias 730 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21850302/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thirteenthsundayafterpentecost/id/3698190.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21850302 Children, backpacks, school Sun, 15 Aug 2021 14:37:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on August 15, 2021. Join us for the Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on August 15, 2021. Join us for the Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on August 15, 2021. … Julian A. Davies 2197 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21846727/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thetwelfthsundayafterpentecost/id/3694704.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21846727 Scripture: Psalms 105:1-105:6, Matthew 16:21-16:28 Sun, 15 Aug 2021 14:37:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on August 15, 2021. Join us for the Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on August 15, 2021. Join us for the Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on August 15, 2021. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21846727/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thetwelfthsundayafterpentecost/id/414332 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21846727 Scripture: Psalms 105:1-105:6, Matthew 16:21-16:28 Sun, 08 Aug 2021 19:33:44 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on August 8, 2021 as we look to a question asked by Jesus, "Who Do You Say That I Am?" Join us for the Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on August 8, 2021 as we look to a question asked by Jesus, "Who Do You Say That I Am?" Join us for the Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on August 8, 2021 as we look to a question asked by Jesus, "Who Do You Say That I Am?"… Julian A. Davies 1946 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21830454/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_theeleventhsundayafterpentecos/id/3691499.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21830454 Jesus, Hades, Peter, Messiah, Son of God, Scripture: Psalms 124, Matthew 16:13-16:20 Sun, 08 Aug 2021 19:33:44 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on August 8, 2021 as we look to a question asked by Jesus, "Who Do You Say That I Am?" Join us for the Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on August 8, 2021 as we look to a question asked by Jesus, "Who Do You Say That I Am?" Join us for the Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on August 8, 2021 as we look to a question asked by Jesus, "Who Do You Say That I Am?"… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21830454/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_theeleventhsundayafterpentecos/id/414082 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21830454 Jesus, Hades, Peter, Messiah, Son of God, Scripture: Psalms 124, Matthew 16:13-16:20 Sun, 01 Aug 2021 19:45:27 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Tenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on August 1, 2021 as we examine what it means when Jesus walks on the sea. Join us for the Tenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on August 1, 2021 as we examine what it means when Jesus walks on the sea. Join us for the Tenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on August 1, 2021 as we examine what it means when Jesus walks on the sea. … Julian A. Davies 1611 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21827002/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thetenthsundayafterpentecostwi/id/3688474.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21827002 Jesus, Sea, Yahweh, Scripture: Psalms 105:1-105:6, Matthew 14:22-14:33 Sun, 01 Aug 2021 19:45:27 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Tenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on August 1, 2021 as we examine what it means when Jesus walks on the sea. Join us for the Tenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on August 1, 2021 as we examine what it means when Jesus walks on the sea. Join us for the Tenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on August 1, 2021 as we examine what it means when Jesus walks on the sea. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21827002/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thetenthsundayafterpentecostwi/id/413868 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21827002 Jesus, Sea, Yahweh, Scripture: Psalms 105:1-105:6, Matthew 14:22-14:33 Mon, 26 Jul 2021 12:02:16 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for The Ninth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on July 25, 2021 as we look at "Loaves, Fishes and Reading Scripture." Join us for The Ninth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on July 25, 2021 as we look at "Loaves, Fishes and Reading Scripture." Join us for The Ninth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on July 25, 2021 as we look at "Loaves, Fishes and Reading Scripture."… Julian A. Davies 2004 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21824245/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_theninthsundayafterpentecostwi/id/3685820.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21824245 Scripture, Reading, Jesus, Scripture: Psalms 17:1-17:7, Matthew 14:13-14:21 Mon, 26 Jul 2021 12:02:16 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for The Ninth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on July 25, 2021 as we look at "Loaves, Fishes and Reading Scripture." Join us for The Ninth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on July 25, 2021 as we look at "Loaves, Fishes and Reading Scripture." Join us for The Ninth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on July 25, 2021 as we look at "Loaves, Fishes and Reading Scripture."… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21824245/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_theninthsundayafterpentecostwi/id/413706 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21824245 Scripture, Reading, Jesus, Scripture: Psalms 17:1-17:7, Matthew 14:13-14:21 Sun, 18 Jul 2021 13:43:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for The Eighth Sunday After Pentecost with The University Church on July 18, 2021 as we look at the parables of Jesus. Join us for The Eighth Sunday After Pentecost with The University Church on July 18, 2021 as we look at the parables of Jesus. Join us for The Eighth Sunday After Pentecost with The University Church on July 18, 2021 as we look at the parables of Jesus. … Julian A. Davies 1726 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21821333/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_theeighthsundayafterpentecostw/id/3683017.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21821333 Jesus, Parable, Mustard seeds, Yeast, Scripture: Psalms 105:1-105:11, Matthew 13:31-13:52 Sun, 18 Jul 2021 13:43:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for The Eighth Sunday After Pentecost with The University Church on July 18, 2021 as we look at the parables of Jesus. Join us for The Eighth Sunday After Pentecost with The University Church on July 18, 2021 as we look at the parables of Jesus. Join us for The Eighth Sunday After Pentecost with The University Church on July 18, 2021 as we look at the parables of Jesus. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21821333/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_theeighthsundayafterpentecostw/id/413481 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21821333 Jesus, Parable, Mustard seeds, Yeast, Scripture: Psalms 105:1-105:11, Matthew 13:31-13:52 Sun, 11 Jul 2021 19:49:22 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Seventh Sunday After Pentecost with The University Church on July 11, 2021 as we look at the parable of the wheat and the weeds - "Life as Struggle: Let Anyone With Ears Listen!" Join us for the Seventh Sunday After Pentecost with The University Church on July 11, 2021 as we look at the parable of the wheat and the weeds - "Life as Struggle: Let Anyone With Ears Listen!" Join us for the Seventh Sunday After Pentecost with The University Church on July 11, 2021 as we look at the parable of the wheat and the weeds - "Life as Struggle: Let Anyone With Ears Listen!"… Julian A. Davies 1742 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21817873/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_theseventhsundayafterpentecost/id/3679599.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21817873 Parable, Jesus, Wheat, Weeds, Scripture: Psalms 139:1-139:12, Matthew 13:24-13:43 Sun, 11 Jul 2021 19:49:22 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Seventh Sunday After Pentecost with The University Church on July 11, 2021 as we look at the parable of the wheat and the weeds - "Life as Struggle: Let Anyone With Ears Listen!" Join us for the Seventh Sunday After Pentecost with The University Church on July 11, 2021 as we look at the parable of the wheat and the weeds - "Life as Struggle: Let Anyone With Ears Listen!" Join us for the Seventh Sunday After Pentecost with The University Church on July 11, 2021 as we look at the parable of the wheat and the weeds - "Life as Struggle: Let Anyone With Ears Listen!"… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21817873/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_theseventhsundayafterpentecost/id/413243 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21817873 Parable, Jesus, Wheat, Weeds, Scripture: Psalms 139:1-139:12, Matthew 13:24-13:43 Sun, 04 Jul 2021 11:26:31 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Sixth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on July 4, 2021 - "The Two Most Important Days in Your Life." Join us for the Sixth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on July 4, 2021 - "The Two Most Important Days in Your Life." Join us for the Sixth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on July 4, 2021 - "The Two Most Important Days in Your Life."… Julian A. Davies 1671 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21813727/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thesixthsundayafterpentecostwi/id/3675554.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21813727 Jesus, parabole, seeds, Kingdom, Word, Deed., Scripture: Psalms 119:105-119:112, Matthew 13:1-13:23 Sun, 04 Jul 2021 11:26:31 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Sixth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on July 4, 2021 - "The Two Most Important Days in Your Life." Join us for the Sixth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on July 4, 2021 - "The Two Most Important Days in Your Life." Join us for the Sixth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on July 4, 2021 - "The Two Most Important Days in Your Life."… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21813727/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thesixthsundayafterpentecostwi/id/412982 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21813727 Jesus, parabole, seeds, Kingdom, Word, Deed., Scripture: Psalms 119:105-119:112, Matthew 13:1-13:23 Sun, 27 Jun 2021 11:33:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies The Fifth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on June 27, 2021 – “The End Is Near” [Not that sort of end, the other sort of end.] The Fifth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on June 27, 2021 – “The End Is Near” [Not that sort of end, the other sort of end.] The Fifth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on June 27, 2021 – “The End Is Near” [Not that sort of end, the other sort of end.]… Julian A. Davies 1639 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21809768/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thefifthsundayafterpentecostwi/id/3672607.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21809768 Scripture: Daniel 7:13-7:14, 1 Peter 4:7-4:11 Sun, 27 Jun 2021 11:33:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies The Fifth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on June 27, 2021 – “The End Is Near” [Not that sort of end, the other sort of end.] The Fifth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on June 27, 2021 – “The End Is Near” [Not that sort of end, the other sort of end.] The Fifth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on June 27, 2021 – “The End Is Near” [Not that sort of end, the other sort of end.]… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21809768/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thefifthsundayafterpentecostwi/id/412744 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21809768 Scripture: Daniel 7:13-7:14, 1 Peter 4:7-4:11 Sun, 20 Jun 2021 11:46:35 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Fourth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on June 20, 2021 - "For This You Were Called." Join us for the Fourth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on June 20, 2021 - "For This You Were Called." Join us for the Fourth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on June 20, 2021 - "For This You Were Called."… Julian A. Davies 1861 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21806666/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thefourthsundayafterpentecostw/id/3669583.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21806666 Call, Peter, Paul, Scripture: Exodus 3:1-3:4, 1 Peter 3:8-3:12 Sun, 20 Jun 2021 11:46:35 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Fourth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on June 20, 2021 - "For This You Were Called." Join us for the Fourth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on June 20, 2021 - "For This You Were Called." Join us for the Fourth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on June 20, 2021 - "For This You Were Called."… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21806666/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thefourthsundayafterpentecostw/id/412547 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21806666 Call, Peter, Paul, Scripture: Exodus 3:1-3:4, 1 Peter 3:8-3:12 Sun, 13 Jun 2021 11:32:40 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Third Sunday after Pentecost. with The University Church on June 13, 2021 - "Leaders and Followers." Join us for the Third Sunday after Pentecost. with The University Church on June 13, 2021 - "Leaders and Followers." Join us for the Third Sunday after Pentecost. with The University Church on June 13, 2021 - "Leaders and Followers."… Julian A. Davies 1648 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21803606/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thethirdsundayafterpentecostwi/id/3666612.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21803606 Scripture: Deuteronomy 7:6-7:8, 1 Peter 2:4-2:10 Sun, 13 Jun 2021 11:32:40 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Third Sunday after Pentecost. with The University Church on June 13, 2021 - "Leaders and Followers." Join us for the Third Sunday after Pentecost. with The University Church on June 13, 2021 - "Leaders and Followers." Join us for the Third Sunday after Pentecost. with The University Church on June 13, 2021 - "Leaders and Followers."… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21803606/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thethirdsundayafterpentecostwi/id/412328 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21803606 Scripture: Deuteronomy 7:6-7:8, 1 Peter 2:4-2:10 Sun, 06 Jun 2021 11:22:17 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Second Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on June 6, 2021, as we look at “Words that we may not use very often: Faith, Works and Salvation.” Join us for the Second Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on June 6, 2021, as we look at “Words that we may not use very often: Faith, Works and Salvation.” Join us for the Second Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on June 6, 2021, as we look at “Words that we may not use very often: Faith, Works and Salvation.”… Julian A. Davies 1983 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21800432/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thesecondsundayafterpentecostw/id/3663531.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21800432 Faith, Works, Salvation, Justification, Paul, James, John Wesley, Martin Luther, Scripture: Genesis 12:1-12:3, James 2:14-2:26 Sun, 06 Jun 2021 11:22:17 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Second Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on June 6, 2021, as we look at “Words that we may not use very often: Faith, Works and Salvation.” Join us for the Second Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on June 6, 2021, as we look at “Words that we may not use very often: Faith, Works and Salvation.” Join us for the Second Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on June 6, 2021, as we look at “Words that we may not use very often: Faith, Works and Salvation.”… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21800432/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thesecondsundayafterpentecostw/id/412082 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21800432 Faith, Works, Salvation, Justification, Paul, James, John Wesley, Martin Luther, Scripture: Genesis 12:1-12:3, James 2:14-2:26 Sun, 30 May 2021 12:17:17 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for Trinity Sunday with The University Church on May 30, 2021 as we look at "Words that we may not use very often: Trinity." Join us for Trinity Sunday with The University Church on May 30, 2021 as we look at "Words that we may not use very often: Trinity." Join us for Trinity Sunday with The University Church on May 30, 2021 as we look at "Words that we may not use very often: Trinity."… Julian A. Davies 2204 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21797298/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_trinitysundaywiththeuniversity/id/3660508.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21797298 Trinity, Image of God, Scripture: Psalms 8, Matthew 28:16-28:20 Sun, 23 May 2021 11:07:23 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for Pentecost Sunday with The University Church on May 23, 2021, as we think about, "Words that we may not use very often: Pentecost." Join us for Pentecost Sunday with The University Church on May 23, 2021, as we think about, "Words that we may not use very often: Pentecost." Join us for Pentecost Sunday with The University Church on May 23, 2021, as we think about, "Words that we may not use very often: Pentecost."… Julian A. Davies 1660 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21793910/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_pentecostsundaywiththeuniversi/id/3657342.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21793910 Pentecost, Spirit, Law, Scripture: Psalms 104:24-104:34, Acts 2:1-2:21 Sun, 23 May 2021 11:07:23 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for Pentecost Sunday with The University Church on May 23, 2021, as we think about, "Words that we may not use very often: Pentecost." Join us for Pentecost Sunday with The University Church on May 23, 2021, as we think about, "Words that we may not use very often: Pentecost." Join us for Pentecost Sunday with The University Church on May 23, 2021, as we think about, "Words that we may not use very often: Pentecost."… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21793910/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_pentecostsundaywiththeuniversi/id/411600 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21793910 Pentecost, Spirit, Law, Scripture: Psalms 104:24-104:34, Acts 2:1-2:21 Sun, 16 May 2021 11:29:08 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Seventh Sunday of Easter, Ascension Sunday, with The University Church on May 16, 2021, as we think about, "Words that we may not use very often: Ascension.” Join us for the Seventh Sunday of Easter, Ascension Sunday, with The University Church on May 16, 2021, as we think about, "Words that we may not use very often: Ascension.” Join us for the Seventh Sunday of Easter, Ascension Sunday, with The University Church on May 16, 2021, as we think about, "Words that we may not use very often: Ascension.”… Julian A. Davies 2487 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21790717/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_theseventhsundayofeasterascens/id/3654227.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21790717 Ascension, sovereignty, Jesus, cosmology, Scripture: Psalms 47, Luke 24:44-24:53 Sun, 16 May 2021 11:29:08 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Seventh Sunday of Easter, Ascension Sunday, with The University Church on May 16, 2021, as we think about, "Words that we may not use very often: Ascension.” Join us for the Seventh Sunday of Easter, Ascension Sunday, with The University Church on May 16, 2021, as we think about, "Words that we may not use very often: Ascension.” Join us for the Seventh Sunday of Easter, Ascension Sunday, with The University Church on May 16, 2021, as we think about, "Words that we may not use very often: Ascension.”… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21790717/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_theseventhsundayofeasterascens/id/411364 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21790717 Ascension, sovereignty, Jesus, cosmology, Scripture: Psalms 47, Luke 24:44-24:53 Sun, 09 May 2021 11:23:06 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Sixth Sunday of Easter with The University Church on May 9, 2021, as we look at the teachings of Jesus on equity. Join us for the Sixth Sunday of Easter with The University Church on May 9, 2021, as we look at the teachings of Jesus on equity. Join us for the Sixth Sunday of Easter with The University Church on May 9, 2021, as we look at the teachings of Jesus on equity. … Julian A. Davies 2315 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21787618/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thesixthsundayofeasterwiththeu/id/3651177.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21787618 Jesus, equity, race, Scripture: Psalms 98, John 15:9-15:17 Sun, 09 May 2021 11:23:06 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Sixth Sunday of Easter with The University Church on May 9, 2021, as we look at the teachings of Jesus on equity. Join us for the Sixth Sunday of Easter with The University Church on May 9, 2021, as we look at the teachings of Jesus on equity. Join us for the Sixth Sunday of Easter with The University Church on May 9, 2021, as we look at the teachings of Jesus on equity. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21787618/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thesixthsundayofeasterwiththeu/id/411145 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21787618 Jesus, equity, race, Scripture: Psalms 98, John 15:9-15:17 Sun, 02 May 2021 11:34:18 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Fifth Sunday of Easter with The University Church on May 2, 2021 as we see what Jesus has to say about vineyards, vines, and grapes. Join us for the Fifth Sunday of Easter with The University Church on May 2, 2021 as we see what Jesus has to say about vineyards, vines, and grapes. Join us for the Fifth Sunday of Easter with The University Church on May 2, 2021 as we see what Jesus has to say about vineyards, vines, and grapes.… Julian A. Davies 1867 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21784137/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thefifthsundayofeasterwiththeu/id/3647835.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21784137 Jesus, Vineyard, Vine, Grapes, I am. , Scripture: Psalms 22:25-22:31, John 15:1-15:8 Sun, 02 May 2021 11:34:18 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Fifth Sunday of Easter with The University Church on May 2, 2021 as we see what Jesus has to say about vineyards, vines, and grapes. Join us for the Fifth Sunday of Easter with The University Church on May 2, 2021 as we see what Jesus has to say about vineyards, vines, and grapes. Join us for the Fifth Sunday of Easter with The University Church on May 2, 2021 as we see what Jesus has to say about vineyards, vines, and grapes.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21784137/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thefifthsundayofeasterwiththeu/id/410918 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21784137 Jesus, Vineyard, Vine, Grapes, I am. , Scripture: Psalms 22:25-22:31, John 15:1-15:8 Sun, 25 Apr 2021 11:33:32 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Fourth Sunday of Easter with The University Church on April 25, 2021. Join us for the Fourth Sunday of Easter with The University Church on April 25, 2021. Join us for the Fourth Sunday of Easter with The University Church on April 25, 2021.… Julian A. Davies 1453 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21780644/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thefourthsundayofeasterwiththe/id/3644429.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21780644 Jesus, Life, Abundant Life, Easter, Scripture: Psalms 23, John 10:1-10:18 Sun, 25 Apr 2021 11:33:32 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Fourth Sunday of Easter with The University Church on April 25, 2021. Join us for the Fourth Sunday of Easter with The University Church on April 25, 2021. Join us for the Fourth Sunday of Easter with The University Church on April 25, 2021.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21780644/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thefourthsundayofeasterwiththe/id/410637 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21780644 Jesus, Life, Abundant Life, Easter, Scripture: Psalms 23, John 10:1-10:18 Sun, 18 Apr 2021 11:32:24 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Third Sunday of Easter with The University Church on April 18, 2021. Join us for the Third Sunday of Easter with The University Church on April 18, 2021. Join us for the Third Sunday of Easter with The University Church on April 18, 2021.… Julian A. Davies 1787 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21777096/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thethirdsundayofeasterwiththeu/id/3640995.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21777096 Jesus, Easter, Witness, Scripture: Psalms 4, Luke 24:36-24:48 Sun, 18 Apr 2021 11:32:24 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Third Sunday of Easter with The University Church on April 18, 2021. Join us for the Third Sunday of Easter with The University Church on April 18, 2021. Join us for the Third Sunday of Easter with The University Church on April 18, 2021.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21777096/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thethirdsundayofeasterwiththeu/id/410377 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21777096 Jesus, Easter, Witness, Scripture: Psalms 4, Luke 24:36-24:48 Sun, 11 Apr 2021 11:49:10 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Second Sunday in Easter with The University Church on April 11, 2021 as we look at the important role that doubt plays in faith. Join us for the Second Sunday in Easter with The University Church on April 11, 2021 as we look at the important role that doubt plays in faith. Join us for the Second Sunday in Easter with The University Church on April 11, 2021 as we look at the important role that doubt plays in faith.… Julian A. Davies 1622 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21773230/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thesecondsundayineasterwiththe/id/3637702.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21773230 Faith, Doubt, Thomas, Jesus, Scripture: Psalms 133, John 20:19-20:31 Sun, 11 Apr 2021 11:49:10 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Second Sunday in Easter with The University Church on April 11, 2021 as we look at the important role that doubt plays in faith. Join us for the Second Sunday in Easter with The University Church on April 11, 2021 as we look at the important role that doubt plays in faith. Join us for the Second Sunday in Easter with The University Church on April 11, 2021 as we look at the important role that doubt plays in faith.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21773230/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thesecondsundayineasterwiththe/id/410151 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21773230 Faith, Doubt, Thomas, Jesus, Scripture: Psalms 133, John 20:19-20:31 Sun, 04 Apr 2021 11:38:53 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for Easter Sunday with The University Church on April 4, 2021. Join us for Easter Sunday with The University Church on April 4, 2021. Join us for Easter Sunday with The University Church on April 4, 2021.… Julian A. Davies 1791 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21769315/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_eastersundaywiththeuniversityc/id/3633983.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21769315 Easter, Jesus, Resurrection, Women, Scripture: Psalms 118:1-118:24, Mark 16:1-16:8 Sun, 04 Apr 2021 11:38:53 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for Easter Sunday with The University Church on April 4, 2021. Join us for Easter Sunday with The University Church on April 4, 2021. Join us for Easter Sunday with The University Church on April 4, 2021.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21769315/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_eastersundaywiththeuniversityc/id/409902 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21769315 Easter, Jesus, Resurrection, Women, Scripture: Psalms 118:1-118:24, Mark 16:1-16:8 Thu, 01 Apr 2021 18:34:38 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for Maundy Thursday with The University Church on April 1, 2021. Join us for Maundy Thursday with The University Church on April 1, 2021. Join us for Maundy Thursday with The University Church on April 1, 2021.… Julian A. Davies 1263 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21768161/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_maundythursdaywiththeuniversit/id/3632924.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21768161 Maundy Thursday, Jesus, servanthood, Easter, Scripture: Exodus 12:1-12:14, Psalms 116:1-116:19, 1 Corinthians 11:23-11:26, John 13:1-13:35 Thu, 01 Apr 2021 18:34:38 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for Maundy Thursday with The University Church on April 1, 2021. Join us for Maundy Thursday with The University Church on April 1, 2021. Join us for Maundy Thursday with The University Church on April 1, 2021.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21768161/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_maundythursdaywiththeuniversit/id/409794 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21768161 Maundy Thursday, Jesus, servanthood, Easter, Scripture: Exodus 12:1-12:14, Psalms 116:1-116:19, 1 Corinthians 11:23-11:26, John 13:1-13:35 Sun, 28 Mar 2021 11:32:04 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for Palm Sunday - Passion Sunday with The University Church on March 28, 2021. Join us for Palm Sunday - Passion Sunday with The University Church on March 28, 2021. Join us for Palm Sunday - Passion Sunday with The University Church on March 28, 2021.… Julian A. Davies 2147 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21764982/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_palmsundaypassionsundaywiththe/id/3629864.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21764982 Palm Sunday, Passion Sunday, Jesus, Jerusalem, King, Scripture: Psalms 118:1-118:29, Matthew 21:1-21:11 Sun, 28 Mar 2021 11:32:04 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for Palm Sunday - Passion Sunday with The University Church on March 28, 2021. Join us for Palm Sunday - Passion Sunday with The University Church on March 28, 2021. Join us for Palm Sunday - Passion Sunday with The University Church on March 28, 2021.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21764982/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_palmsundaypassionsundaywiththe/id/409564 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21764982 Palm Sunday, Passion Sunday, Jesus, Jerusalem, King, Scripture: Psalms 118:1-118:29, Matthew 21:1-21:11 Sun, 21 Mar 2021 11:55:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Fifth Sunday in Lent with The University Church on March 21, 2021. Join us for the Fifth Sunday in Lent with The University Church on March 21, 2021. Join us for the Fifth Sunday in Lent with The University Church on March 21, 2021.… Julian A. Davies 1725 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21761364/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thefifthsundayinlentwiththeuni/id/3626390.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21761364 Lent, Jesus, Covenants, Invitations., Scripture: Jeremiah 31:31-31:34, John 12:20-12:33 Sun, 21 Mar 2021 11:55:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Fifth Sunday in Lent with The University Church on March 21, 2021. Join us for the Fifth Sunday in Lent with The University Church on March 21, 2021. Join us for the Fifth Sunday in Lent with The University Church on March 21, 2021.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21761364/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thefifthsundayinlentwiththeuni/id/409292 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21761364 Lent, Jesus, Covenants, Invitations., Scripture: Jeremiah 31:31-31:34, John 12:20-12:33 Sun, 14 Mar 2021 11:17:30 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Fourth Sunday in Lent with The University Church on March 14, 2021 as we think about what to do "When we Encounter Snakes in the Grass." Join us for the Fourth Sunday in Lent with The University Church on March 14, 2021 as we think about what to do "When we Encounter Snakes in the Grass." Join us for the Fourth Sunday in Lent with The University Church on March 14, 2021 as we think about what to do "When we Encounter Snakes in the Grass."… Julian A. Davies 2155 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21757754/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thefourthsundayinlentwiththeun/id/3622887.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21757754 Lent, Snakes, Jesus, Moses, Temptation, Scripture: Numbers 21:4-21:9, John 3:14-3:21 Sun, 14 Mar 2021 11:17:30 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Fourth Sunday in Lent with The University Church on March 14, 2021 as we think about what to do "When we Encounter Snakes in the Grass." Join us for the Fourth Sunday in Lent with The University Church on March 14, 2021 as we think about what to do "When we Encounter Snakes in the Grass." Join us for the Fourth Sunday in Lent with The University Church on March 14, 2021 as we think about what to do "When we Encounter Snakes in the Grass."… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21757754/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thefourthsundayinlentwiththeun/id/409027 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21757754 Lent, Snakes, Jesus, Moses, Temptation, Scripture: Numbers 21:4-21:9, John 3:14-3:21 Sun, 07 Mar 2021 12:47:25 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Third Sunday in Lent with The University Church on March 7, 2021 as we look at that moment in Jesus' journey to Jerusalem, the cross, and the empty tomb, when he declares that he is "all in" with the message of the Gospel and that there is no turning back. Join us for the Third Sunday in Lent with The University Church on March 7, 2021 as we look at that moment in Jesus' journey to Jerusalem, the cross, and the empty tomb, when he declares that he is "all in" with the message of the Gospel and that there is no turning back. Join us for the Third Sunday in Lent with The University Church on March 7, 2021 as we look at that moment in Jesus' journey to Jerusalem, the cross, and the empty tomb, when he declares that he is "all in" with the message of the Gospel and that there… Julian A. Davies 2147 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21753972/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thethirdsundayinlentwiththeuni/id/3619294.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21753972 Jesus, Lord, Jerusalem, Temple, Gospel, Scripture: Exodus 20:1-20:17, John 2:13-2:22 Sun, 07 Mar 2021 12:47:25 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Third Sunday in Lent with The University Church on March 7, 2021 as we look at that moment in Jesus' journey to Jerusalem, the cross, and the empty tomb, when he declares that he is "all in" with the message of the Gospel and that there is no turning back. Join us for the Third Sunday in Lent with The University Church on March 7, 2021 as we look at that moment in Jesus' journey to Jerusalem, the cross, and the empty tomb, when he declares that he is "all in" with the message of the Gospel and that there is no turning back. Join us for the Third Sunday in Lent with The University Church on March 7, 2021 as we look at that moment in Jesus' journey to Jerusalem, the cross, and the empty tomb, when he declares that he is "all in" with the message of the Gospel and that there… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21753972/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thethirdsundayinlentwiththeuni/id/408764 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21753972 Jesus, Lord, Jerusalem, Temple, Gospel, Scripture: Exodus 20:1-20:17, John 2:13-2:22 Sun, 28 Feb 2021 12:35:58 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Second Sunday in Lent with The University Church on February 28, 2021 as we consider "How To Pray When You Don’t Know How To Pray." Join us for the Second Sunday in Lent with The University Church on February 28, 2021 as we consider "How To Pray When You Don’t Know How To Pray." Join us for the Second Sunday in Lent with The University Church on February 28, 2021 as we consider "How To Pray When You Don’t Know How To Pray."… Julian A. Davies 2467 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21750345/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thesecondsundayinlentwiththeun/id/3615822.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21750345 Prayer, Lent, Sacrifice, Alms-giving, Jesus, Paul, Scripture: Genesis 17:1-17:7, Mark 8:31-8:38 Sun, 28 Feb 2021 12:35:58 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Second Sunday in Lent with The University Church on February 28, 2021 as we consider "How To Pray When You Don’t Know How To Pray." Join us for the Second Sunday in Lent with The University Church on February 28, 2021 as we consider "How To Pray When You Don’t Know How To Pray." Join us for the Second Sunday in Lent with The University Church on February 28, 2021 as we consider "How To Pray When You Don’t Know How To Pray."… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21750345/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thesecondsundayinlentwiththeun/id/408479 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21750345 Prayer, Lent, Sacrifice, Alms-giving, Jesus, Paul, Scripture: Genesis 17:1-17:7, Mark 8:31-8:38 Sun, 21 Feb 2021 12:44:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the First Sunday in Lent with The University Church on February 21, 2021. Join us for the First Sunday in Lent with The University Church on February 21, 2021. Join us for the First Sunday in Lent with The University Church on February 21, 2021.… Julian A. Davies 2326 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21746557/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thefirstsundayinlentwiththeuni/id/3612233.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21746557 Love, Creation, New Creation., Scripture: Genesis 9:8-9:17, Mark 1:9-1:15 Sun, 21 Feb 2021 12:44:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the First Sunday in Lent with The University Church on February 21, 2021. Join us for the First Sunday in Lent with The University Church on February 21, 2021. Join us for the First Sunday in Lent with The University Church on February 21, 2021.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21746557/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thefirstsundayinlentwiththeuni/id/408220 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21746557 Love, Creation, New Creation., Scripture: Genesis 9:8-9:17, Mark 1:9-1:15 Wed, 17 Feb 2021 20:05:15 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for Ash Wednesday with The University Church on February 17, 2021. Join us for Ash Wednesday with The University Church on February 17, 2021. Join us for Ash Wednesday with The University Church on February 17, 2021.… Julian A. Davies 1439 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21745552/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_ashwednesdaywiththeuniversityc/id/3611304.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21745552 Ash Wednesday, repentance, Scripture: Psalms 51:1-51:17, 2 Corinthians 5:20-6:10 Wed, 17 Feb 2021 20:05:15 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for Ash Wednesday with The University Church on February 17, 2021. Join us for Ash Wednesday with The University Church on February 17, 2021. Join us for Ash Wednesday with The University Church on February 17, 2021.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21745552/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_ashwednesdaywiththeuniversityc/id/408090 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21745552 Ash Wednesday, repentance, Scripture: Psalms 51:1-51:17, 2 Corinthians 5:20-6:10 Sun, 14 Feb 2021 12:35:29 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Sixth Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on February 14, 2021 as we look at "How we Make Choices: Wesleyan Ethics." Join us for the Sixth Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on February 14, 2021 as we look at "How we Make Choices: Wesleyan Ethics." Join us for the Sixth Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on February 14, 2021 as we look at "How we Make Choices: Wesleyan Ethics." … Julian A. Davies 1737 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21743163/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thesixthsundayaftertheepiphany/id/3609013.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21743163 Ethics, John Wesley, Virtue teleology. Sun, 14 Feb 2021 12:35:29 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Sixth Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on February 14, 2021 as we look at "How we Make Choices: Wesleyan Ethics." Join us for the Sixth Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on February 14, 2021 as we look at "How we Make Choices: Wesleyan Ethics." Join us for the Sixth Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on February 14, 2021 as we look at "How we Make Choices: Wesleyan Ethics." … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21743163/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thesixthsundayaftertheepiphany/id/407935 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21743163 Ethics, John Wesley, Virtue teleology. Sun, 07 Feb 2021 12:47:34 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on February 7, 2021 as we look at "Living in the World Today [Part 3: Rights and Responsibilities]." Join us for the Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on February 7, 2021 as we look at "Living in the World Today [Part 3: Rights and Responsibilities]." Join us for the Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on February 7, 2021 as we look at "Living in the World Today [Part 3: Rights and Responsibilities]."… Julian A. Davies 2325 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21739615/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thefifthsundayaftertheepiphany/id/3605832.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21739615 Political ethics, John Wesley, Rights, Responsibilities, Scripture: Exodus 1:1-1:14, Philemon 1:4-1:16 Sun, 07 Feb 2021 12:47:34 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on February 7, 2021 as we look at "Living in the World Today [Part 3: Rights and Responsibilities]." Join us for the Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on February 7, 2021 as we look at "Living in the World Today [Part 3: Rights and Responsibilities]." Join us for the Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on February 7, 2021 as we look at "Living in the World Today [Part 3: Rights and Responsibilities]."… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21739615/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thefifthsundayaftertheepiphany/id/407670 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21739615 Political ethics, John Wesley, Rights, Responsibilities, Scripture: Exodus 1:1-1:14, Philemon 1:4-1:16 Sun, 31 Jan 2021 12:41:32 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Fourth Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on January 31, 2021 as we look at "Living in the World Today. Part 2. The Rich and the Poor." Join us for the Fourth Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on January 31, 2021 as we look at "Living in the World Today. Part 2. The Rich and the Poor." Join us for the Fourth Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on January 31, 2021 as we look at "Living in the World Today. Part 2. The Rich and the Poor."… Julian A. Davies 2265 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21735930/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thefourthsundayaftertheepiphan/id/3602492.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21735930 Ethics, John Wesley, Economics, Finance, Money, Scripture: Deuteronomy 24:14-24:15, Matthew 6:19-6:24 Sun, 31 Jan 2021 12:41:32 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Fourth Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on January 31, 2021 as we look at "Living in the World Today. Part 2. The Rich and the Poor." Join us for the Fourth Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on January 31, 2021 as we look at "Living in the World Today. Part 2. The Rich and the Poor." Join us for the Fourth Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on January 31, 2021 as we look at "Living in the World Today. Part 2. The Rich and the Poor."… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21735930/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thefourthsundayaftertheepiphan/id/407363 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21735930 Ethics, John Wesley, Economics, Finance, Money, Scripture: Deuteronomy 24:14-24:15, Matthew 6:19-6:24 Sun, 24 Jan 2021 12:37:12 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Third Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on January 24, 2021 as we think about "Living in the World Today: What Can We Do and How Can We Do It?" Join us for the Third Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on January 24, 2021 as we think about "Living in the World Today: What Can We Do and How Can We Do It?" Join us for the Third Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on January 24, 2021 as we think about "Living in the World Today: What Can We Do and How Can We Do It?"… Julian A. Davies 1646 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21732326/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thethirdsundayaftertheepiphany/id/3599130.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21732326 Social ethics, John Wesley, Love, Neighbor, Scripture: Psalms 119, Philippians 2:1-2:8 Sun, 24 Jan 2021 12:37:12 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Third Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on January 24, 2021 as we think about "Living in the World Today: What Can We Do and How Can We Do It?" Join us for the Third Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on January 24, 2021 as we think about "Living in the World Today: What Can We Do and How Can We Do It?" Join us for the Third Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on January 24, 2021 as we think about "Living in the World Today: What Can We Do and How Can We Do It?"… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21732326/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thethirdsundayaftertheepiphany/id/407089 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21732326 Social ethics, John Wesley, Love, Neighbor, Scripture: Psalms 119, Philippians 2:1-2:8 Sun, 17 Jan 2021 13:10:05 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Second Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on January 17, 2021. Join us for the Second Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on January 17, 2021. Join us for the Second Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on January 17, 2021. … Julian A. Davies 2032 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21728745/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thesecondsundayaftertheepiphan/id/3595881.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21728745 John, Jesus, Philip, Nathanael, evangelism, networking, words, language., Scripture: Psalms 139:1-139:18, John 1:43-1:51 Sun, 17 Jan 2021 13:10:05 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Second Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on January 17, 2021. Join us for the Second Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on January 17, 2021. Join us for the Second Sunday after the Epiphany with The University Church on January 17, 2021. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21728745/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thesecondsundayaftertheepiphan/id/406834 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21728745 John, Jesus, Philip, Nathanael, evangelism, networking, words, language., Scripture: Psalms 139:1-139:18, John 1:43-1:51 Sun, 10 Jan 2021 12:32:20 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the First Sunday after the Epiphany - the Baptism of the Lord - with The University Church on January 10, 2021. Join us for the First Sunday after the Epiphany - the Baptism of the Lord - with The University Church on January 10, 2021. Join us for the First Sunday after the Epiphany - the Baptism of the Lord - with The University Church on January 10, 2021.… Julian A. Davies 1392 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21724584/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thefirstsundayaftertheepiphany/id/3592375.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21724584 Epiphany, batism, repentance, sin, Jesus, Scripture: Genesis 1:1-1:5, Mark 1:4-1:11 Sun, 10 Jan 2021 12:32:20 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the First Sunday after the Epiphany - the Baptism of the Lord - with The University Church on January 10, 2021. Join us for the First Sunday after the Epiphany - the Baptism of the Lord - with The University Church on January 10, 2021. Join us for the First Sunday after the Epiphany - the Baptism of the Lord - with The University Church on January 10, 2021.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21724584/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thefirstsundayaftertheepiphany/id/406572 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21724584 Epiphany, batism, repentance, sin, Jesus, Scripture: Genesis 1:1-1:5, Mark 1:4-1:11 Sun, 03 Jan 2021 12:35:18 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for Epiphany Sunday with The University Church on January 3, 2021 as we consider "Looking Beyond the Moment" in light of Isaiah 60:1-6 and Matthew 2:1-12. Join us for Epiphany Sunday with The University Church on January 3, 2021 as we consider "Looking Beyond the Moment" in light of Isaiah 60:1-6 and Matthew 2:1-12. Join us for Epiphany Sunday with The University Church on January 3, 2021 as we consider "Looking Beyond the Moment" in light of Isaiah 60:1-6 and Matthew 2:1-12. … Julian A. Davies 1814 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21720669/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_epiphanysundaywiththeuniversit/id/3589134.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21720669 Epiphany, Signs, Symbols, Jesus, Lord, Scripture: Isaiah 60:1-60:6, Matthew 2:1-2:12 Sun, 03 Jan 2021 12:35:18 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for Epiphany Sunday with The University Church on January 3, 2021 as we consider "Looking Beyond the Moment" in light of Isaiah 60:1-6 and Matthew 2:1-12. Join us for Epiphany Sunday with The University Church on January 3, 2021 as we consider "Looking Beyond the Moment" in light of Isaiah 60:1-6 and Matthew 2:1-12. Join us for Epiphany Sunday with The University Church on January 3, 2021 as we consider "Looking Beyond the Moment" in light of Isaiah 60:1-6 and Matthew 2:1-12. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21720669/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_epiphanysundaywiththeuniversit/id/406299 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21720669 Epiphany, Signs, Symbols, Jesus, Lord, Scripture: Isaiah 60:1-60:6, Matthew 2:1-2:12 Sun, 27 Dec 2020 12:41:30 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the First Sunday after Christmas Day with The University Church on December 27, 2020 as we consider "Resolutions and Covenants." Join us for the First Sunday after Christmas Day with The University Church on December 27, 2020 as we consider "Resolutions and Covenants." Join us for the First Sunday after Christmas Day with The University Church on December 27, 2020 as we consider "Resolutions and Covenants."… Julian A. Davies 2006 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21717557/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thefirstsundayafterchristmasda/id/3586350.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21717557 Covenants, resoltions, New Year Sun, 27 Dec 2020 12:41:30 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the First Sunday after Christmas Day with The University Church on December 27, 2020 as we consider "Resolutions and Covenants." Join us for the First Sunday after Christmas Day with The University Church on December 27, 2020 as we consider "Resolutions and Covenants." Join us for the First Sunday after Christmas Day with The University Church on December 27, 2020 as we consider "Resolutions and Covenants."… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21717557/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thefirstsundayafterchristmasda/id/406079 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21717557 Covenants, resoltions, New Year Thu, 24 Dec 2020 11:34:23 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for Christmas Eve with The University Church on Thursday, December 24, 2020. Join us for Christmas Eve with The University Church on Thursday, December 24, 2020. Join us for Christmas Eve with The University Church on Thursday, December 24, 2020. … Julian A. Davies 1634 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21716507/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_christmasevewiththeuniversityc/id/3585337.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21716507 Christmas Eve, Jesus, Nativity, Light, Darkness Sun, 20 Dec 2020 12:37:31 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Fourth Sunday of Advent with The University Church on December 20, 2020 as we light the Candle of Love in our Advent wreath and look at the centrality of love in the message of Jesus. Join us for the Fourth Sunday of Advent with The University Church on December 20, 2020 as we light the Candle of Love in our Advent wreath and look at the centrality of love in the message of Jesus. Join us for the Fourth Sunday of Advent with The University Church on December 20, 2020 as we light the Candle of Love in our Advent wreath and look at the centrality of love in the message of Jesus. … Julian A. Davies 1892 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21713507/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thefourthsundayofadventwiththe/id/3582846.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21713507 Advent, Jesus, Love Sun, 20 Dec 2020 12:37:31 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Fourth Sunday of Advent with The University Church on December 20, 2020 as we light the Candle of Love in our Advent wreath and look at the centrality of love in the message of Jesus. Join us for the Fourth Sunday of Advent with The University Church on December 20, 2020 as we light the Candle of Love in our Advent wreath and look at the centrality of love in the message of Jesus. Join us for the Fourth Sunday of Advent with The University Church on December 20, 2020 as we light the Candle of Love in our Advent wreath and look at the centrality of love in the message of Jesus. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21713507/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thefourthsundayofadventwiththe/id/405851 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21713507 Advent, Jesus, Love Sun, 13 Dec 2020 12:42:46 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Third Sunday of Advent with The University Church on December 13, 2020, as we look to the concept of "Testifying to the Light.” Join us for the Third Sunday of Advent with The University Church on December 13, 2020, as we look to the concept of "Testifying to the Light.” Join us for the Third Sunday of Advent with The University Church on December 13, 2020, as we look to the concept of "Testifying to the Light.”… Julian A. Davies 1923 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21709892/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thethirdsundayofadventwiththeu/id/3579572.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21709892 Light, Darkness, John the Baptist, Jesus, Advent, Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-61:11, John 1:6-1:28 Sun, 13 Dec 2020 12:42:46 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Third Sunday of Advent with The University Church on December 13, 2020, as we look to the concept of "Testifying to the Light.” Join us for the Third Sunday of Advent with The University Church on December 13, 2020, as we look to the concept of "Testifying to the Light.” Join us for the Third Sunday of Advent with The University Church on December 13, 2020, as we look to the concept of "Testifying to the Light.”… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21709892/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thethirdsundayofadventwiththeu/id/405616 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21709892 Light, Darkness, John the Baptist, Jesus, Advent, Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-61:11, John 1:6-1:28 Sun, 06 Dec 2020 12:56:40 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Second Sunday of Advent with The University Church on December 6, 2020 as we look at "Preparing the Way" through the lens of Isaiah 40 and Mark 1. Join us for the Second Sunday of Advent with The University Church on December 6, 2020 as we look at "Preparing the Way" through the lens of Isaiah 40 and Mark 1. Join us for the Second Sunday of Advent with The University Church on December 6, 2020 as we look at "Preparing the Way" through the lens of Isaiah 40 and Mark 1.… Julian A. Davies 1742 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21705955/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thesecondsundayofadventwiththe/id/3576323.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21705955 Kingdom, Empire, John the Baptist, Jesus, Wilderness, Scripture: Isaiah 40:1-40:11, Mark 1:1-1:8 Sun, 06 Dec 2020 12:56:40 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Second Sunday of Advent with The University Church on December 6, 2020 as we look at "Preparing the Way" through the lens of Isaiah 40 and Mark 1. Join us for the Second Sunday of Advent with The University Church on December 6, 2020 as we look at "Preparing the Way" through the lens of Isaiah 40 and Mark 1. Join us for the Second Sunday of Advent with The University Church on December 6, 2020 as we look at "Preparing the Way" through the lens of Isaiah 40 and Mark 1.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21705955/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thesecondsundayofadventwiththe/id/405390 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21705955 Kingdom, Empire, John the Baptist, Jesus, Wilderness, Scripture: Isaiah 40:1-40:11, Mark 1:1-1:8 Sun, 29 Nov 2020 12:40:42 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the First Sunday of Advent with The University Church on November 29, 2020, as we consider "Advent and Apocalypse" through the lens of Psalm 80 and Mark 13. Join us for the First Sunday of Advent with The University Church on November 29, 2020, as we consider "Advent and Apocalypse" through the lens of Psalm 80 and Mark 13. Join us for the First Sunday of Advent with The University Church on November 29, 2020, as we consider "Advent and Apocalypse" through the lens of Psalm 80 and Mark 13. … Julian A. Davies 2125 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21700278/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thefirstsundayofadventwiththeu/id/3573024.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21700278 Advent, Apocalypse, Hope, Jesus, Parousia, Nativity, Scripture: Psalms 80, Mark 13:28-13:37 Sun, 29 Nov 2020 12:40:42 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the First Sunday of Advent with The University Church on November 29, 2020, as we consider "Advent and Apocalypse" through the lens of Psalm 80 and Mark 13. Join us for the First Sunday of Advent with The University Church on November 29, 2020, as we consider "Advent and Apocalypse" through the lens of Psalm 80 and Mark 13. Join us for the First Sunday of Advent with The University Church on November 29, 2020, as we consider "Advent and Apocalypse" through the lens of Psalm 80 and Mark 13. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21700278/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thefirstsundayofadventwiththeu/id/405140 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21700278 Advent, Apocalypse, Hope, Jesus, Parousia, Nativity, Scripture: Psalms 80, Mark 13:28-13:37 Sun, 22 Nov 2020 12:35:43 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for Christ the King Sunday with The University Church on November 22, 2020, as we compare and contrast 2020 with 1925, the year in which Christ the King Sunday became part of the liturgical calendar. Join us for Christ the King Sunday with The University Church on November 22, 2020, as we compare and contrast 2020 with 1925, the year in which Christ the King Sunday became part of the liturgical calendar. Join us for Christ the King Sunday with The University Church on November 22, 2020, as we compare and contrast 2020 with 1925, the year in which Christ the King Sunday became part of the liturgical calendar. … Julian A. Davies 2075 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21697104/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_christthekingsundaywiththeuniv/id/3569971.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21697104 Christ the King, Allegiance, Kingdom, Scripture: Psalms 100, Matthew 25:31-25:46 Sun, 22 Nov 2020 12:35:43 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for Christ the King Sunday with The University Church on November 22, 2020, as we compare and contrast 2020 with 1925, the year in which Christ the King Sunday became part of the liturgical calendar. Join us for Christ the King Sunday with The University Church on November 22, 2020, as we compare and contrast 2020 with 1925, the year in which Christ the King Sunday became part of the liturgical calendar. Join us for Christ the King Sunday with The University Church on November 22, 2020, as we compare and contrast 2020 with 1925, the year in which Christ the King Sunday became part of the liturgical calendar. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21697104/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_christthekingsundaywiththeuniv/id/404892 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21697104 Christ the King, Allegiance, Kingdom, Scripture: Psalms 100, Matthew 25:31-25:46 Sun, 15 Nov 2020 13:04:38 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Twenty Fourth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on November 15, 2020 as we hear the words of Jesus on "What to do with what you've got." Join us for the Twenty Fourth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on November 15, 2020 as we hear the words of Jesus on "What to do with what you've got." Join us for the Twenty Fourth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on November 15, 2020 as we hear the words of Jesus on "What to do with what you've got."… Julian A. Davies 1904 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21693454/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thetwentyfourthsundayafterpent/id/3566632.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21693454 Jesus, Kingdom, Empire, Parable, Scripture: Psalms 76, Matthew 25:14-25:30 Sun, 15 Nov 2020 13:04:38 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Twenty Fourth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on November 15, 2020 as we hear the words of Jesus on "What to do with what you've got." Join us for the Twenty Fourth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on November 15, 2020 as we hear the words of Jesus on "What to do with what you've got." Join us for the Twenty Fourth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on November 15, 2020 as we hear the words of Jesus on "What to do with what you've got."… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21693454/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thetwentyfourthsundayafterpent/id/404645 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21693454 Jesus, Kingdom, Empire, Parable, Scripture: Psalms 76, Matthew 25:14-25:30 Sun, 08 Nov 2020 12:32:54 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Twenty Third Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on November 8, 2020 as Jesus reminds us, “You know neither the day nor the hour.” Join us for the Twenty Third Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on November 8, 2020 as Jesus reminds us, “You know neither the day nor the hour.” Join us for the Twenty Third Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on November 8, 2020 as Jesus reminds us, “You know neither the day nor the hour.”… Julian A. Davies 2002 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21690042/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thetwentythirdsundayafterpente/id/3563367.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21690042 Waiting, Jesus, Church, Allegiance , Scripture: Psalms 78:1-78:7, Matthew 25:1-25:13 Sun, 08 Nov 2020 12:32:54 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Twenty Third Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on November 8, 2020 as Jesus reminds us, “You know neither the day nor the hour.” Join us for the Twenty Third Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on November 8, 2020 as Jesus reminds us, “You know neither the day nor the hour.” Join us for the Twenty Third Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on November 8, 2020 as Jesus reminds us, “You know neither the day nor the hour.”… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21690042/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thetwentythirdsundayafterpente/id/404384 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21690042 Waiting, Jesus, Church, Allegiance , Scripture: Psalms 78:1-78:7, Matthew 25:1-25:13 Mon, 02 Nov 2020 05:10:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us on-line for the Twenty Second Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on November 1, 2020 as we read of Jesus bemoaning the conduct of the leaders of the people, saying, “They tie up heavy burdens, hard to bear, and lay them on the shoulders of others; but they themselves are unwilling to lift a finger to move them.” Join us on-line for the Twenty Second Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on November 1, 2020 as we read of Jesus bemoaning the conduct of the leaders of the people, saying, “They tie up heavy burdens, hard to bear, and lay them on the shoulders of others; but they themselves are unwilling to lift a finger to move them.” Join us on-line for the Twenty Second Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on November 1, 2020 as we read of Jesus bemoaning the conduct of the leaders of the people, saying, “They tie up heavy burdens, hard to bear, and lay them on the sh… Julian A. Davies 1736 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21686254/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thetwentysecondsundayafterpent/id/3559687.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21686254 Jesus, Torah, Leadership, Trust, Scripture: Psalms 107:1-107:7, Matthew 23:1-23:12 Mon, 02 Nov 2020 05:10:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us on-line for the Twenty Second Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on November 1, 2020 as we read of Jesus bemoaning the conduct of the leaders of the people, saying, “They tie up heavy burdens, hard to bear, and lay them on the shoulders of others; but they themselves are unwilling to lift a finger to move them.” Join us on-line for the Twenty Second Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on November 1, 2020 as we read of Jesus bemoaning the conduct of the leaders of the people, saying, “They tie up heavy burdens, hard to bear, and lay them on the shoulders of others; but they themselves are unwilling to lift a finger to move them.” Join us on-line for the Twenty Second Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on November 1, 2020 as we read of Jesus bemoaning the conduct of the leaders of the people, saying, “They tie up heavy burdens, hard to bear, and lay them on the sh… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21686254/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thetwentysecondsundayafterpent/id/403974 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21686254 Jesus, Torah, Leadership, Trust, Scripture: Psalms 107:1-107:7, Matthew 23:1-23:12 Sun, 25 Oct 2020 11:51:56 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Twenty First Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on October 25, 2020 as we ask, "during times like these, how should we act and what should our priorities be?" Join us for the Twenty First Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on October 25, 2020 as we ask, "during times like these, how should we act and what should our priorities be?" Join us for the Twenty First Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on October 25, 2020 as we ask, "during times like these, how should we act and what should our priorities be?"… Julian A. Davies 2818 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21682692/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thetwentyfirstsundayafterpente/id/3556274.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21682692 Great Commandment, Jesus, Priorities, Temple, Psalmist, Scripture: Psalms 90:1-90:17, Matthew 22:34-22:46 Sun, 25 Oct 2020 11:51:56 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Twenty First Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on October 25, 2020 as we ask, "during times like these, how should we act and what should our priorities be?" Join us for the Twenty First Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on October 25, 2020 as we ask, "during times like these, how should we act and what should our priorities be?" Join us for the Twenty First Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on October 25, 2020 as we ask, "during times like these, how should we act and what should our priorities be?"… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21682692/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thetwentyfirstsundayafterpente/id/403711 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21682692 Great Commandment, Jesus, Priorities, Temple, Psalmist, Scripture: Psalms 90:1-90:17, Matthew 22:34-22:46 Mon, 19 Oct 2020 00:00:21 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on October 18, 2020. Join us for the Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on October 18, 2020. Join us for the Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on October 18, 2020.… Julian A. Davies 1756 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21680677/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thetwentiethsundayafterpenteco/id/3554326.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21680677 Scripture: Psalms 99, Matthew 22:15-22:22 Mon, 19 Oct 2020 00:00:21 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on October 18, 2020. Join us for the Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on October 18, 2020. Join us for the Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on October 18, 2020.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21680677/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thetwentiethsundayafterpenteco/id/403491 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21680677 Scripture: Psalms 99, Matthew 22:15-22:22 Sun, 11 Oct 2020 14:58:14 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Nineteenth Sunday After Pentecost with The University Church on October 11, 2020. Join us for the Nineteenth Sunday After Pentecost with The University Church on October 11, 2020. Join us for the Nineteenth Sunday After Pentecost with The University Church on October 11, 2020.… Julian A. Davies 1823 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21675649/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thenineteenthsundayafterpentec/id/3549602.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21675649 Man, King, Jesus, Parable, Scripture: Psalms 106:1-106:23, Matthew 22:1-22:14 Sun, 11 Oct 2020 14:58:14 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Nineteenth Sunday After Pentecost with The University Church on October 11, 2020. Join us for the Nineteenth Sunday After Pentecost with The University Church on October 11, 2020. Join us for the Nineteenth Sunday After Pentecost with The University Church on October 11, 2020.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21675649/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thenineteenthsundayafterpentec/id/403208 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21675649 Man, King, Jesus, Parable, Scripture: Psalms 106:1-106:23, Matthew 22:1-22:14 Sun, 04 Oct 2020 15:10:59 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Eighteenth Sunday After Pentecost with The University Church on October 4, 2020 as we look at “The Tricky Art of Debate”. Join us for the Eighteenth Sunday After Pentecost with The University Church on October 4, 2020 as we look at “The Tricky Art of Debate”. Join us for the Eighteenth Sunday After Pentecost with The University Church on October 4, 2020 as we look at “The Tricky Art of Debate”.… Julian A. Davies 1909 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21672310/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_theeighteenthsundayafterpentec/id/3546437.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21672310 Jesus, debate, Pharisees, Priests, vineyard, Scripture: Psalms 19, Matthew 21:33-21:46 Sun, 04 Oct 2020 15:10:59 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Eighteenth Sunday After Pentecost with The University Church on October 4, 2020 as we look at “The Tricky Art of Debate”. Join us for the Eighteenth Sunday After Pentecost with The University Church on October 4, 2020 as we look at “The Tricky Art of Debate”. Join us for the Eighteenth Sunday After Pentecost with The University Church on October 4, 2020 as we look at “The Tricky Art of Debate”.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21672310/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_theeighteenthsundayafterpentec/id/402934 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21672310 Jesus, debate, Pharisees, Priests, vineyard, Scripture: Psalms 19, Matthew 21:33-21:46 Sun, 27 Sep 2020 15:18:42 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on September 27, 2020 as we consider the relationship between what we say, what we mean, what we do, and the outcome of what we do, through looking to the Parable of the Two Brothers, told by Jesus and recorded in Matthew 21. Join us for the Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on September 27, 2020 as we consider the relationship between what we say, what we mean, what we do, and the outcome of what we do, through looking to the Parable of the Two Brothers, told by Jesus and recorded in Matthew 21. Join us for the Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on September 27, 2020 as we consider the relationship between what we say, what we mean, what we do, and the outcome of what we do, through looking to the Parable of the Two … Julian A. Davies 2272 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21668855/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_theseventeenthsundayafterpente/id/3543217.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21668855 Words, deeds, coherence, Jesus, parable, Scripture: Psalms 78:1-78:16, Matthew 21:23-21:32 Sun, 27 Sep 2020 15:18:42 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on September 27, 2020 as we consider the relationship between what we say, what we mean, what we do, and the outcome of what we do, through looking to the Parable of the Two Brothers, told by Jesus and recorded in Matthew 21. Join us for the Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on September 27, 2020 as we consider the relationship between what we say, what we mean, what we do, and the outcome of what we do, through looking to the Parable of the Two Brothers, told by Jesus and recorded in Matthew 21. Join us for the Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on September 27, 2020 as we consider the relationship between what we say, what we mean, what we do, and the outcome of what we do, through looking to the Parable of the Two … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21668855/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_theseventeenthsundayafterpente/id/402691 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21668855 Words, deeds, coherence, Jesus, parable, Scripture: Psalms 78:1-78:16, Matthew 21:23-21:32 Sun, 20 Sep 2020 16:08:21 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on September 20, 2020 as we look at a parable in which Jesus asks (in paraphrased form), should people get only what they deserve, only what they’ve worked for, only what they’ve earned, or is there another way? Join us for the Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on September 20, 2020 as we look at a parable in which Jesus asks (in paraphrased form), should people get only what they deserve, only what they’ve worked for, only what they’ve earned, or is there another way? Join us for the Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on September 20, 2020 as we look at a parable in which Jesus asks (in paraphrased form), should people get only what they deserve, only what they’ve worked for, only what they’… Julian A. Davies 2491 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21665493/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thesixteenthsundayafterpenteco/id/3540005.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21665493 Justice, Distributive justice, Jesus, Parable, Scripture: Psalms 78:1-78:8, Matthew 20:1-20:16 Sun, 20 Sep 2020 16:08:21 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on September 20, 2020 as we look at a parable in which Jesus asks (in paraphrased form), should people get only what they deserve, only what they’ve worked for, only what they’ve earned, or is there another way? Join us for the Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on September 20, 2020 as we look at a parable in which Jesus asks (in paraphrased form), should people get only what they deserve, only what they’ve worked for, only what they’ve earned, or is there another way? Join us for the Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on September 20, 2020 as we look at a parable in which Jesus asks (in paraphrased form), should people get only what they deserve, only what they’ve worked for, only what they’… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21665493/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thesixteenthsundayafterpenteco/id/402447 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21665493 Justice, Distributive justice, Jesus, Parable, Scripture: Psalms 78:1-78:8, Matthew 20:1-20:16 Sun, 13 Sep 2020 15:16:28 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on September 13, 2020 as we look at the teachings of Jesus on debt forgiveness. Join us for the Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on September 13, 2020 as we look at the teachings of Jesus on debt forgiveness. Join us for the Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on September 13, 2020 as we look at the teachings of Jesus on debt forgiveness.… Julian A. Davies 2619 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21661457/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thefifteenthsundayafterpenteco/id/3536465.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21661457 Jesus, debt, forgiveness, slavery, Scripture: Exodus 14:19-14:31, Matthew 18:21-18:35 Sun, 13 Sep 2020 15:16:28 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on September 13, 2020 as we look at the teachings of Jesus on debt forgiveness. Join us for the Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on September 13, 2020 as we look at the teachings of Jesus on debt forgiveness. Join us for the Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on September 13, 2020 as we look at the teachings of Jesus on debt forgiveness.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21661457/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thefifteenthsundayafterpenteco/id/402167 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21661457 Jesus, debt, forgiveness, slavery, Scripture: Exodus 14:19-14:31, Matthew 18:21-18:35 Sun, 06 Sep 2020 14:46:26 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for The Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on September 6, 2020 as we look to the words of Jesus to guide us when we are having trouble speaking to each other in productive ways. Join us for The Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on September 6, 2020 as we look to the words of Jesus to guide us when we are having trouble speaking to each other in productive ways. Join us for The Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on September 6, 2020 as we look to the words of Jesus to guide us when we are having trouble speaking to each other in productive ways. … Julian A. Davies 2036 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21655578/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thefourteenthsundayafterpentec/id/3533210.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21655578 Scripture, Tradition, Reason, Experience, Binding, Loosing., Scripture: Psalms 149:1-149:4, Matthew 18:15-18:20 Sun, 06 Sep 2020 14:46:26 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for The Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on September 6, 2020 as we look to the words of Jesus to guide us when we are having trouble speaking to each other in productive ways. Join us for The Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on September 6, 2020 as we look to the words of Jesus to guide us when we are having trouble speaking to each other in productive ways. Join us for The Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on September 6, 2020 as we look to the words of Jesus to guide us when we are having trouble speaking to each other in productive ways. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21655578/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thefourteenthsundayafterpentec/id/401913 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21655578 Scripture, Tradition, Reason, Experience, Binding, Loosing., Scripture: Psalms 149:1-149:4, Matthew 18:15-18:20 Sun, 30 Aug 2020 15:11:45 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on August 30, 2020 as we think about God, the pandemic, racism, natural disasters and other things we don’t like. Join us for the Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on August 30, 2020 as we think about God, the pandemic, racism, natural disasters and other things we don’t like. Join us for the Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on August 30, 2020 as we think about God, the pandemic, racism, natural disasters and other things we don’t like. … Julian A. Davies 2519 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21651929/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thethirteenthsundayafterpentec/id/3530068.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21651929 God, Pandemic, Racism, Natural Disasters, Scripture: Psalms 105:1-105:6, Matthew 16:21-16:28 Sun, 30 Aug 2020 15:11:45 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on August 30, 2020 as we think about God, the pandemic, racism, natural disasters and other things we don’t like. Join us for the Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on August 30, 2020 as we think about God, the pandemic, racism, natural disasters and other things we don’t like. Join us for the Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on August 30, 2020 as we think about God, the pandemic, racism, natural disasters and other things we don’t like. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21651929/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thethirteenthsundayafterpentec/id/401643 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21651929 God, Pandemic, Racism, Natural Disasters, Scripture: Psalms 105:1-105:6, Matthew 16:21-16:28 Mon, 24 Aug 2020 18:53:36 +0000 Robert H. Ball Join us for the Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Churhc on August 23, 2020. Join us for the Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Churhc on August 23, 2020. Join us for the Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Churhc on August 23, 2020.… Robert H. Ball 2784 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21650071/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thetwelfthsundayafterpentecost/id/3528375.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21650071 Light, darkness, Scripture: Exodus 1:8-1:14, Psalms 124, Matthew 16:13-16:20 Sun, 16 Aug 2020 17:50:37 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Eleventh Sunday After Pentecost with The University Church on August 16, 2020. Join us for the Eleventh Sunday After Pentecost with The University Church on August 16, 2020. Join us for the Eleventh Sunday After Pentecost with The University Church on August 16, 2020.… Julian A. Davies 3082 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21645723/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_theeleventhsundayafterpentecos/id/3524190.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21645723 Words, Psalmist, Jesus, Scripture: Psalms 133, Matthew 15:10-15:20 Sun, 16 Aug 2020 17:50:37 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Eleventh Sunday After Pentecost with The University Church on August 16, 2020. Join us for the Eleventh Sunday After Pentecost with The University Church on August 16, 2020. Join us for the Eleventh Sunday After Pentecost with The University Church on August 16, 2020.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21645723/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_theeleventhsundayafterpentecos/id/401121 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21645723 Words, Psalmist, Jesus, Scripture: Psalms 133, Matthew 15:10-15:20 Sun, 09 Aug 2020 16:31:12 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for The Tenth Sunday After Pentecost with The University Church on August 9, 2020. Join us for The Tenth Sunday After Pentecost with The University Church on August 9, 2020. Join us for The Tenth Sunday After Pentecost with The University Church on August 9, 2020.… Julian A. Davies 2797 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21641887/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thetenthsundayafterpentecostwi/id/3520667.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21641887 Jesus, Sea, Chaos, Order, Mountain, Scripture: Psalms 105:1-105:6, Matthew 14:22-14:33 Sun, 09 Aug 2020 16:31:12 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for The Tenth Sunday After Pentecost with The University Church on August 9, 2020. Join us for The Tenth Sunday After Pentecost with The University Church on August 9, 2020. Join us for The Tenth Sunday After Pentecost with The University Church on August 9, 2020.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21641887/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thetenthsundayafterpentecostwi/id/400836 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21641887 Jesus, Sea, Chaos, Order, Mountain, Scripture: Psalms 105:1-105:6, Matthew 14:22-14:33 Sun, 02 Aug 2020 18:27:20 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Ninth Sunday After Pentecost with The University Church on August 2, 2020 as we explore the feeding of the five thousand. Join us for the Ninth Sunday After Pentecost with The University Church on August 2, 2020 as we explore the feeding of the five thousand. Join us for the Ninth Sunday After Pentecost with The University Church on August 2, 2020 as we explore the feeding of the five thousand.… Julian A. Davies 2782 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21638821/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_theninthsundayafterpentecostwi/id/3517717.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21638821 Jesus, five thousand, food insecurity, reading Scripture, Scripture: Psalms 17:1-17:7, Matthew 14:13-14:21 Sun, 02 Aug 2020 18:27:20 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Ninth Sunday After Pentecost with The University Church on August 2, 2020 as we explore the feeding of the five thousand. Join us for the Ninth Sunday After Pentecost with The University Church on August 2, 2020 as we explore the feeding of the five thousand. Join us for the Ninth Sunday After Pentecost with The University Church on August 2, 2020 as we explore the feeding of the five thousand.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21638821/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_theninthsundayafterpentecostwi/id/400564 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21638821 Jesus, five thousand, food insecurity, reading Scripture, Scripture: Psalms 17:1-17:7, Matthew 14:13-14:21 Sun, 26 Jul 2020 18:35:14 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the parables concerning mustard seeds and yeast, as described in Matthew's Gospel, Jesus shows the explosive nature of the Kingdom of Heaven, disrupting the status quo and rising up to challenge the power structures that dominate. In the parables concerning mustard seeds and yeast, as described in Matthew's Gospel, Jesus shows the explosive nature of the Kingdom of Heaven, disrupting the status quo and rising up to challenge the power structures that dominate. In the parables concerning mustard seeds and yeast, as described in Matthew's Gospel, Jesus shows the explosive nature of the Kingdom of Heaven, disrupting the status quo and rising up to challenge the power structures that dominate. … Julian A. Davies 2502 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21632094/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_theeighthsundayafterpentecostw/id/3514521.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21632094 Scripture: Psalms 105:1-105:11, Matthew 13:31-13:52 Sun, 26 Jul 2020 18:35:14 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the parables concerning mustard seeds and yeast, as described in Matthew's Gospel, Jesus shows the explosive nature of the Kingdom of Heaven, disrupting the status quo and rising up to challenge the power structures that dominate. In the parables concerning mustard seeds and yeast, as described in Matthew's Gospel, Jesus shows the explosive nature of the Kingdom of Heaven, disrupting the status quo and rising up to challenge the power structures that dominate. In the parables concerning mustard seeds and yeast, as described in Matthew's Gospel, Jesus shows the explosive nature of the Kingdom of Heaven, disrupting the status quo and rising up to challenge the power structures that dominate. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21632094/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_theeighthsundayafterpentecostw/id/400252 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21632094 Scripture: Psalms 105:1-105:11, Matthew 13:31-13:52 Sun, 19 Jul 2020 15:47:17 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for The Seventh Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on July 19, 2020.s Join us for The Seventh Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on July 19, 2020.s Join us for The Seventh Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on July 19, 2020.s… Julian A. Davies 1948 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21627855/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_theseventhsundayafterpentecost/id/3510579.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21627855 Parabole, Jesus, Weeds, Wheat, Scripture: Psalms 139:1-139:12, Matthew 13:24-13:43 Sun, 19 Jul 2020 15:47:17 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for The Seventh Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on July 19, 2020.s Join us for The Seventh Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on July 19, 2020.s Join us for The Seventh Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on July 19, 2020.s… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21627855/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_theseventhsundayafterpentecost/id/399952 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21627855 Parabole, Jesus, Weeds, Wheat, Scripture: Psalms 139:1-139:12, Matthew 13:24-13:43 Sun, 12 Jul 2020 16:17:27 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for The Sixth Sunday After Pentecost with The University Church on July 12, 2020. Join us for The Sixth Sunday After Pentecost with The University Church on July 12, 2020. Join us for The Sixth Sunday After Pentecost with The University Church on July 12, 2020.… Julian A. Davies 2215 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21624494/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thesixthsundayafterpentecostwi/id/3507527.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21624494 Seeds, sower, Jesus, Scripture: Psalms 119:105-119:112, Matthew 13:1-13:23 Sun, 12 Jul 2020 16:17:27 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for The Sixth Sunday After Pentecost with The University Church on July 12, 2020. Join us for The Sixth Sunday After Pentecost with The University Church on July 12, 2020. Join us for The Sixth Sunday After Pentecost with The University Church on July 12, 2020.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21624494/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thesixthsundayafterpentecostwi/id/399693 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21624494 Seeds, sower, Jesus, Scripture: Psalms 119:105-119:112, Matthew 13:1-13:23 Sun, 05 Jul 2020 18:05:06 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for The Fifth Sunday After Pentecost with The University Church on July 5, 2020. Join us for The Fifth Sunday After Pentecost with The University Church on July 5, 2020. Join us for The Fifth Sunday After Pentecost with The University Church on July 5, 2020.… Julian A. Davies 2063 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21621065/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thefifthsundayafterpentecostwi/id/3504562.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21621065 Jesus, expectations, yoke, love, Scripture: Psalms 72, Matthew 11:16-11:30 Sun, 05 Jul 2020 18:05:06 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for The Fifth Sunday After Pentecost with The University Church on July 5, 2020. Join us for The Fifth Sunday After Pentecost with The University Church on July 5, 2020. Join us for The Fifth Sunday After Pentecost with The University Church on July 5, 2020.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21621065/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thefifthsundayafterpentecostwi/id/399415 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21621065 Jesus, expectations, yoke, love, Scripture: Psalms 72, Matthew 11:16-11:30 Sun, 28 Jun 2020 18:07:25 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Fourth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on June 28, 2020 as we look at hospitality and what it might mean during a time of social distancing. Join us for the Fourth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on June 28, 2020 as we look at hospitality and what it might mean during a time of social distancing. Join us for the Fourth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on June 28, 2020 as we look at hospitality and what it might mean during a time of social distancing.… Julian A. Davies 2301 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21617471/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thefourthsundayafterpentecostw/id/3501327.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21617471 Hospitality, Jesus, social distancing, pandemic, Scripture: Psalms 13, Matthew 10:40-10:42 Sun, 28 Jun 2020 18:07:25 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for the Fourth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on June 28, 2020 as we look at hospitality and what it might mean during a time of social distancing. Join us for the Fourth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on June 28, 2020 as we look at hospitality and what it might mean during a time of social distancing. Join us for the Fourth Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on June 28, 2020 as we look at hospitality and what it might mean during a time of social distancing.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21617471/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thefourthsundayafterpentecostw/id/399144 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21617471 Hospitality, Jesus, social distancing, pandemic, Scripture: Psalms 13, Matthew 10:40-10:42 Sun, 21 Jun 2020 15:48:58 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us at The University Church on the Third Sunday after Pentecost (June 21, 2020). Join us at The University Church on the Third Sunday after Pentecost (June 21, 2020). Join us at The University Church on the Third Sunday after Pentecost (June 21, 2020). … Julian A. Davies 2374 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21612064/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_theuniversitychurchonthethirds/id/3497468.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21612064 Priorities, Jesus, family, Scripture: Psalms 17, Matthew 10:24-10:39 Sun, 21 Jun 2020 15:48:58 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us at The University Church on the Third Sunday after Pentecost (June 21, 2020). Join us at The University Church on the Third Sunday after Pentecost (June 21, 2020). Join us at The University Church on the Third Sunday after Pentecost (June 21, 2020). … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21612064/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_theuniversitychurchonthethirds/id/398887 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21612064 Priorities, Jesus, family, Scripture: Psalms 17, Matthew 10:24-10:39 Sun, 14 Jun 2020 17:02:30 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for The Second Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on June 14, 2020. Join us for The Second Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on June 14, 2020. Join us for The Second Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on June 14, 2020.… Julian A. Davies 2573 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21608757/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thesecondsundayafterpentecostw/id/3494501.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21608757 Health, wholeness, disease, sickness, health, Scripture: Psalms 116:1-116:19, Matthew 9:35-10:8 Sun, 14 Jun 2020 17:02:30 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for The Second Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on June 14, 2020. Join us for The Second Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on June 14, 2020. Join us for The Second Sunday after Pentecost with The University Church on June 14, 2020.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21608757/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thesecondsundayafterpentecostw/id/398613 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21608757 Health, wholeness, disease, sickness, health, Scripture: Psalms 116:1-116:19, Matthew 9:35-10:8 Sun, 07 Jun 2020 16:12:13 +0000 Julian A. Davies As those created in the Image of God, we see through the lens of the Doctrine of the Trinity that: (1) We were made to be together; (2) We were made for diversity in community; (3) We were made for equality; (4) We were made to be unique; and (5) We were made to stick together. All of which sounds like a lesson for the world today. As those created in the Image of God, we see through the lens of the Doctrine of the Trinity that: (1) We were made to be together; (2) We were made for diversity in community; (3) We were made for equality; (4) We were made to be unique; and (5) We were made to stick together. All of which sounds like a lesson for the world today. As those created in the Image of God, we see through the lens of the Doctrine of the Trinity that: (1) We were made to be together; (2) We were made for diversity in community; (3) We were made for equality; (4) We were made to be unique; and (5) We we… Julian A. Davies 2527 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21604732/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_trinitysundaywiththeuniversity/id/3490784.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21604732 Trinity, Scripture: Psalms 8, Matthew 28:16-28:20 Sun, 07 Jun 2020 16:12:13 +0000 Julian A. Davies As those created in the Image of God, we see through the lens of the Doctrine of the Trinity that: (1) We were made to be together; (2) We were made for diversity in community; (3) We were made for equality; (4) We were made to be unique; and (5) We were made to stick together. All of which sounds like a lesson for the world today. As those created in the Image of God, we see through the lens of the Doctrine of the Trinity that: (1) We were made to be together; (2) We were made for diversity in community; (3) We were made for equality; (4) We were made to be unique; and (5) We were made to stick together. All of which sounds like a lesson for the world today. As those created in the Image of God, we see through the lens of the Doctrine of the Trinity that: (1) We were made to be together; (2) We were made for diversity in community; (3) We were made for equality; (4) We were made to be unique; and (5) We we… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21604732/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_trinitysundaywiththeuniversity/id/398356 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21604732 Trinity, Scripture: Psalms 8, Matthew 28:16-28:20 Sun, 31 May 2020 16:11:12 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for Pentecost Sunday with The University Church on May 31 2020. Join us for Pentecost Sunday with The University Church on May 31 2020. Join us for Pentecost Sunday with The University Church on May 31 2020.… Julian A. Davies 2361 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21601270/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_pentecostsundaywiththeuniversi/id/3487540.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21601270 Pentecost, Spirit, Prophect, Visions, Dreams, Scripture: Psalms 104:24-104:34, Acts 2:1-2:21 Sun, 31 May 2020 16:11:12 +0000 Julian A. Davies Join us for Pentecost Sunday with The University Church on May 31 2020. Join us for Pentecost Sunday with The University Church on May 31 2020. Join us for Pentecost Sunday with The University Church on May 31 2020.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21601270/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_pentecostsundaywiththeuniversi/id/398082 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21601270 Pentecost, Spirit, Prophect, Visions, Dreams, Scripture: Psalms 104:24-104:34, Acts 2:1-2:21 Sun, 24 May 2020 15:03:09 +0000 Julian A. Davies Ascension Sunday with The University Church on May 24, 2020 (Aldersgate Day). Ascension Sunday with The University Church on May 24, 2020 (Aldersgate Day). Ascension Sunday with The University Church on May 24, 2020 (Aldersgate Day). … Julian A. Davies 2319 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21597517/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_ascensionsundaywiththeuniversi/id/3483987.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21597517 Ascension, Wesley, Aldersgate, Scripture: Psalms 47, Luke 24:44-24:53 Sun, 24 May 2020 15:03:09 +0000 Julian A. Davies Ascension Sunday with The University Church on May 24, 2020 (Aldersgate Day). Ascension Sunday with The University Church on May 24, 2020 (Aldersgate Day). Ascension Sunday with The University Church on May 24, 2020 (Aldersgate Day). … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21597517/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_ascensionsundaywiththeuniversi/id/397815 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21597517 Ascension, Wesley, Aldersgate, Scripture: Psalms 47, Luke 24:44-24:53 Sun, 17 May 2020 16:48:02 +0000 Julian A. Davies To whom shall we turn for guidance? Who will tell us the truth? Who will show us the next step? The situation in which we find ourselves isn’t new. The Psalmist, in Psalm 66, is convinced that, despite everything, God hears his prayers and responds in steadfast love.And in the Gospel of John, Jesus speaks of “another Advocate” – the Spirit of Truth – who guides us in a world in which truth is, as Jesus puts it, neither seen nor known. To whom shall we turn for guidance? Who will tell us the truth? Who will show us the next step? The situation in which we find ourselves isn’t new. The Psalmist, in Psalm 66, is convinced that, despite everything, God hears his prayers and responds in steadfast love.And in the Gospel of John, Jesus speaks of “another Advocate” – the Spirit of Truth – who guides us in a world in which truth is, as Jesus puts it, neither seen nor known. To whom shall we turn for guidance? Who will tell us the truth? Who will show us the next step? The situation in which we find ourselves isn’t new. The Psalmist, in Psalm 66, is convinced that, despite everything, God hears his prayers and responds in … Julian A. Davies 2326 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21593341/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thesixthsundayofeasterwiththeu/id/3480031.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21593341 Truth, Advocate, Paraclete, Jesus, Scripture: Psalms 66:16-66:20, John 14:15-14:21 Sun, 17 May 2020 16:48:02 +0000 Julian A. Davies To whom shall we turn for guidance? Who will tell us the truth? Who will show us the next step? The situation in which we find ourselves isn’t new. The Psalmist, in Psalm 66, is convinced that, despite everything, God hears his prayers and responds in steadfast love.And in the Gospel of John, Jesus speaks of “another Advocate” – the Spirit of Truth – who guides us in a world in which truth is, as Jesus puts it, neither seen nor known. To whom shall we turn for guidance? Who will tell us the truth? Who will show us the next step? The situation in which we find ourselves isn’t new. The Psalmist, in Psalm 66, is convinced that, despite everything, God hears his prayers and responds in steadfast love.And in the Gospel of John, Jesus speaks of “another Advocate” – the Spirit of Truth – who guides us in a world in which truth is, as Jesus puts it, neither seen nor known. To whom shall we turn for guidance? Who will tell us the truth? Who will show us the next step? The situation in which we find ourselves isn’t new. The Psalmist, in Psalm 66, is convinced that, despite everything, God hears his prayers and responds in … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21593341/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thesixthsundayofeasterwiththeu/id/397523 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21593341 Truth, Advocate, Paraclete, Jesus, Scripture: Psalms 66:16-66:20, John 14:15-14:21 Sun, 10 May 2020 14:59:51 +0000 Julian A. Davies What can we count on? In a world full of conspiracy theories, in a world in which racial violence continues, in a world in which our future plans may have suddenly come to nothing, in a world in which our hopes and dreams may have been shattered or at least pushed to a more–distant future? Today’s lectionary readings include portions of Psalm 31 and 1 Peter 2. Psalm 31 looks into what we can count on and what we can’t while1 Peter is set in world in which things that were known are suddenly questioned. Both seems particularly relevant today. What can we count on? In a world full of conspiracy theories, in a world in which racial violence continues, in a world in which our future plans may have suddenly come to nothing, in a world in which our hopes and dreams may have been shattered or at least pushed to a more–distant future? Today’s lectionary readings include portions of Psalm 31 and 1 Peter 2. Psalm 31 looks into what we can count on and what we can’t while1 Peter is set in world in which things that were known are suddenly questioned. Both seems particularly relevant today. What can we count on? In a world full of conspiracy theories, in a world in which racial violence continues, in a world in which our future plans may have suddenly come to nothing, in a world in which our hopes and dreams may have been shattered or at … Julian A. Davies 2230 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21588836/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_livingwithmorequestionsthanans/id/3475807.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21588836 Jesus, Rock, Cornerstone, Faith, Salvation, Scripture: Psalms 31:1-31:16, 1 Peter 2:2-2:10 Sun, 10 May 2020 14:59:51 +0000 Julian A. Davies What can we count on? In a world full of conspiracy theories, in a world in which racial violence continues, in a world in which our future plans may have suddenly come to nothing, in a world in which our hopes and dreams may have been shattered or at least pushed to a more–distant future? Today’s lectionary readings include portions of Psalm 31 and 1 Peter 2. Psalm 31 looks into what we can count on and what we can’t while1 Peter is set in world in which things that were known are suddenly questioned. Both seems particularly relevant today. What can we count on? In a world full of conspiracy theories, in a world in which racial violence continues, in a world in which our future plans may have suddenly come to nothing, in a world in which our hopes and dreams may have been shattered or at least pushed to a more–distant future? Today’s lectionary readings include portions of Psalm 31 and 1 Peter 2. Psalm 31 looks into what we can count on and what we can’t while1 Peter is set in world in which things that were known are suddenly questioned. Both seems particularly relevant today. What can we count on? In a world full of conspiracy theories, in a world in which racial violence continues, in a world in which our future plans may have suddenly come to nothing, in a world in which our hopes and dreams may have been shattered or at … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21588836/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_livingwithmorequestionsthanans/id/397196 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21588836 Jesus, Rock, Cornerstone, Faith, Salvation, Scripture: Psalms 31:1-31:16, 1 Peter 2:2-2:10 Sun, 03 May 2020 15:20:14 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Fourth Sunday of Easter we look to Psalm 23 and John 10 to understand "abundant life" at a time when life might not feel very abundant to many. On this Fourth Sunday of Easter we look to Psalm 23 and John 10 to understand "abundant life" at a time when life might not feel very abundant to many. On this Fourth Sunday of Easter we look to Psalm 23 and John 10 to understand "abundant life" at a time when life might not feel very abundant to many. … Julian A. Davies 2222 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21584960/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_abundantlife/id/3472186.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21584960 Jesus, Life, Abundant Life, Scripture: Psalms 23, John 10:1-10:18 Sun, 03 May 2020 15:20:14 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Fourth Sunday of Easter we look to Psalm 23 and John 10 to understand "abundant life" at a time when life might not feel very abundant to many. On this Fourth Sunday of Easter we look to Psalm 23 and John 10 to understand "abundant life" at a time when life might not feel very abundant to many. On this Fourth Sunday of Easter we look to Psalm 23 and John 10 to understand "abundant life" at a time when life might not feel very abundant to many. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21584960/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_abundantlife/id/396887 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21584960 Jesus, Life, Abundant Life, Scripture: Psalms 23, John 10:1-10:18 Sun, 26 Apr 2020 16:55:54 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Third Sunday of Easter we look to the Emmaus Road narrative to see how Jesus appears in the midst of sadness and lost hope. On this Third Sunday of Easter we look to the Emmaus Road narrative to see how Jesus appears in the midst of sadness and lost hope. On this Third Sunday of Easter we look to the Emmaus Road narrative to see how Jesus appears in the midst of sadness and lost hope. … Julian A. Davies 2437 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21581576/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thethirdsundayofeasterwiththeu/id/3468990.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21581576 Emmaus, Jesus, hope, sadness, Scripture: Psalms 116:1-116:19, Luke 24:13-24:35 Sun, 26 Apr 2020 16:55:54 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Third Sunday of Easter we look to the Emmaus Road narrative to see how Jesus appears in the midst of sadness and lost hope. On this Third Sunday of Easter we look to the Emmaus Road narrative to see how Jesus appears in the midst of sadness and lost hope. On this Third Sunday of Easter we look to the Emmaus Road narrative to see how Jesus appears in the midst of sadness and lost hope. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21581576/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thethirdsundayofeasterwiththeu/id/396591 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21581576 Emmaus, Jesus, hope, sadness, Scripture: Psalms 116:1-116:19, Luke 24:13-24:35 Sun, 19 Apr 2020 17:27:10 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Second Sunday of Easter we see how confusion, doubt and fear surround the disciples as they hide themselves away. The broad Biblical narrative suggests that we confront confusion, doubt and fear with peace, mercy, belief, and with the presence of God. On this Second Sunday of Easter we see how confusion, doubt and fear surround the disciples as they hide themselves away. The broad Biblical narrative suggests that we confront confusion, doubt and fear with peace, mercy, belief, and with the presence of God. On this Second Sunday of Easter we see how confusion, doubt and fear surround the disciples as they hide themselves away. The broad Biblical narrative suggests that we confront confusion, doubt and fear with peace, mercy, belief, and with the presence … Julian A. Davies 1843 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21577611/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_confusiondoubtandfear/id/3465326.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21577611 Scripture: Psalms 16, John 20:19-20:31 Sun, 12 Apr 2020 14:52:09 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Easter Sunday, we look to the Gospel of Mark to see how the crucifixion of Jesus is not the end of the story and that the Kingdom of God and the Lordship of Christ are affirmed ion the resurrection account. On this Easter Sunday, we look to the Gospel of Mark to see how the crucifixion of Jesus is not the end of the story and that the Kingdom of God and the Lordship of Christ are affirmed ion the resurrection account. On this Easter Sunday, we look to the Gospel of Mark to see how the crucifixion of Jesus is not the end of the story and that the Kingdom of God and the Lordship of Christ are affirmed ion the resurrection account. … Julian A. Davies 1328 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21572856/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_rollingawaythestone/id/3460687.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21572856 Easter, resurrection, Kingdom, Christ, Scripture: Psalms 118, Mark 16:1-16:8 Sun, 12 Apr 2020 14:52:09 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Easter Sunday, we look to the Gospel of Mark to see how the crucifixion of Jesus is not the end of the story and that the Kingdom of God and the Lordship of Christ are affirmed ion the resurrection account. On this Easter Sunday, we look to the Gospel of Mark to see how the crucifixion of Jesus is not the end of the story and that the Kingdom of God and the Lordship of Christ are affirmed ion the resurrection account. On this Easter Sunday, we look to the Gospel of Mark to see how the crucifixion of Jesus is not the end of the story and that the Kingdom of God and the Lordship of Christ are affirmed ion the resurrection account. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21572856/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_rollingawaythestone/id/395854 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21572856 Easter, resurrection, Kingdom, Christ, Scripture: Psalms 118, Mark 16:1-16:8 Sun, 05 Apr 2020 14:58:34 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies On this Palm Sunday, we look at the signs and symbols in Matthew's Gospel to understand how Jesus' entry to Jerusalem was a proclamation of his identity and a promise that life would win over death, that the empty tomb would win over the cross, that Kingdom would win over Empire, and that the proclamation that Jesus Christ is Lord would always win over the false claim that Cesar is Lord. On this Palm Sunday, we look at the signs and symbols in Matthew's Gospel to understand how Jesus' entry to Jerusalem was a proclamation of his identity and a promise that life would win over death, that the empty tomb would win over the cross, that Kingdom would win over Empire, and that the proclamation that Jesus Christ is Lord would always win over the false claim that Cesar is Lord. On this Palm Sunday, we look at the signs and symbols in Matthew's Gospel to understand how Jesus' entry to Jerusalem was a proclamation of his identity and a promise that life would win over death, that the empty tomb would win over the cross, that Ki… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 2568 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21567128/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whoisthis/id/3455903.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21567128 Christ, King, Lord, Prophet, Son of david Sun, 05 Apr 2020 14:58:34 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies On this Palm Sunday, we look at the signs and symbols in Matthew's Gospel to understand how Jesus' entry to Jerusalem was a proclamation of his identity and a promise that life would win over death, that the empty tomb would win over the cross, that Kingdom would win over Empire, and that the proclamation that Jesus Christ is Lord would always win over the false claim that Cesar is Lord. On this Palm Sunday, we look at the signs and symbols in Matthew's Gospel to understand how Jesus' entry to Jerusalem was a proclamation of his identity and a promise that life would win over death, that the empty tomb would win over the cross, that Kingdom would win over Empire, and that the proclamation that Jesus Christ is Lord would always win over the false claim that Cesar is Lord. On this Palm Sunday, we look at the signs and symbols in Matthew's Gospel to understand how Jesus' entry to Jerusalem was a proclamation of his identity and a promise that life would win over death, that the empty tomb would win over the cross, that Ki… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21567128/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_whoisthis/id/395497 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21567128 Christ, King, Lord, Prophet, Son of david Sun, 29 Mar 2020 15:20:37 +0000 Julian A. Davies As Easter approaches, we look to the competing narratives that Scripture presents to us. One is a message of death, the cross, the Empire and the Lordship of Cesar; the other is a message of life, the empty tomb, the Kingdom and the Lordship of Christ. Which message will prevail? To which path will we pledge our allegiance? As Easter approaches, we look to the competing narratives that Scripture presents to us. One is a message of death, the cross, the Empire and the Lordship of Cesar; the other is a message of life, the empty tomb, the Kingdom and the Lordship of Christ. Which message will prevail? To which path will we pledge our allegiance? As Easter approaches, we look to the competing narratives that Scripture presents to us. One is a message of death, the cross, the Empire and the Lordship of Cesar; the other is a message of life, the empty tomb, the Kingdom and the Lordship of Christ.… Julian A. Davies 2220 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21562029/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_chooselifeoverdeath/id/3451657.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21562029 Life, Death, Kingdom, Empire, Jesus, Cesar, Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-37:14, John 11:45-11:53 Sun, 29 Mar 2020 15:20:37 +0000 Julian A. Davies As Easter approaches, we look to the competing narratives that Scripture presents to us. One is a message of death, the cross, the Empire and the Lordship of Cesar; the other is a message of life, the empty tomb, the Kingdom and the Lordship of Christ. Which message will prevail? To which path will we pledge our allegiance? As Easter approaches, we look to the competing narratives that Scripture presents to us. One is a message of death, the cross, the Empire and the Lordship of Cesar; the other is a message of life, the empty tomb, the Kingdom and the Lordship of Christ. Which message will prevail? To which path will we pledge our allegiance? As Easter approaches, we look to the competing narratives that Scripture presents to us. One is a message of death, the cross, the Empire and the Lordship of Cesar; the other is a message of life, the empty tomb, the Kingdom and the Lordship of Christ.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21562029/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_chooselifeoverdeath/id/395152 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21562029 Life, Death, Kingdom, Empire, Jesus, Cesar, Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-37:14, John 11:45-11:53 Sun, 22 Mar 2020 16:42:11 +0000 Julian A. Davies Today we explore sight and blindness and how we experience both moments of sight and moments of blindness in our interactions with others. Today we explore sight and blindness and how we experience both moments of sight and moments of blindness in our interactions with others. Today we explore sight and blindness and how we experience both moments of sight and moments of blindness in our interactions with others. … Julian A. Davies 1381 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21556493/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_sight/id/3446568.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21556493 Sight, blindness, Jesus, Scripture: Psalms 23:1-23:6, John 9:1-9:41 Sun, 22 Mar 2020 16:42:11 +0000 Julian A. Davies Today we explore sight and blindness and how we experience both moments of sight and moments of blindness in our interactions with others. Today we explore sight and blindness and how we experience both moments of sight and moments of blindness in our interactions with others. Today we explore sight and blindness and how we experience both moments of sight and moments of blindness in our interactions with others. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21556493/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_sight/id/394769 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21556493 Sight, blindness, Jesus, Scripture: Psalms 23:1-23:6, John 9:1-9:41 Sun, 08 Mar 2020 19:25:22 +0000 Julian A. Davies Today we look to a conversation between Jesus and Nicodemus, a Pharisee, in which Jesus calls on an account of Moses during the Exodus to explain how he, Jesus, is central to the concept of belief in God. Today we look to a conversation between Jesus and Nicodemus, a Pharisee, in which Jesus calls on an account of Moses during the Exodus to explain how he, Jesus, is central to the concept of belief in God. Today we look to a conversation between Jesus and Nicodemus, a Pharisee, in which Jesus calls on an account of Moses during the Exodus to explain how he, Jesus, is central to the concept of belief in God. … Julian A. Davies 1770 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21547175/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_belief/id/3438185.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21547175 Scripture: Genesis 12:1-12:4, John 3:1-3:17 Sun, 08 Mar 2020 19:25:22 +0000 Julian A. Davies Today we look to a conversation between Jesus and Nicodemus, a Pharisee, in which Jesus calls on an account of Moses during the Exodus to explain how he, Jesus, is central to the concept of belief in God. Today we look to a conversation between Jesus and Nicodemus, a Pharisee, in which Jesus calls on an account of Moses during the Exodus to explain how he, Jesus, is central to the concept of belief in God. Today we look to a conversation between Jesus and Nicodemus, a Pharisee, in which Jesus calls on an account of Moses during the Exodus to explain how he, Jesus, is central to the concept of belief in God. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21547175/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_belief/id/393910 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21547175 Scripture: Genesis 12:1-12:4, John 3:1-3:17 Sun, 01 Mar 2020 20:20:14 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this First Sunday in Lent, we explore the concept of temptation and look at the tempting of Jesus as a model to help us understand how giving in to temptation can prevent us from loving God with all our heart, soul and might while resisting temptation helps us stay on the path to loving God. On this First Sunday in Lent, we explore the concept of temptation and look at the tempting of Jesus as a model to help us understand how giving in to temptation can prevent us from loving God with all our heart, soul and might while resisting temptation helps us stay on the path to loving God. On this First Sunday in Lent, we explore the concept of temptation and look at the tempting of Jesus as a model to help us understand how giving in to temptation can prevent us from loving God with all our heart, soul and might while resisting temptati… Julian A. Davies 1951 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21542735/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_temptation/id/3434555.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21542735 Temptation, Jesus, Shema, Slavery, Scripture: Genesis 2:15-2:17, Matthew 4:1-4:11 Sun, 01 Mar 2020 20:20:14 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this First Sunday in Lent, we explore the concept of temptation and look at the tempting of Jesus as a model to help us understand how giving in to temptation can prevent us from loving God with all our heart, soul and might while resisting temptation helps us stay on the path to loving God. On this First Sunday in Lent, we explore the concept of temptation and look at the tempting of Jesus as a model to help us understand how giving in to temptation can prevent us from loving God with all our heart, soul and might while resisting temptation helps us stay on the path to loving God. On this First Sunday in Lent, we explore the concept of temptation and look at the tempting of Jesus as a model to help us understand how giving in to temptation can prevent us from loving God with all our heart, soul and might while resisting temptati… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21542735/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_temptation/id/393633 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21542735 Temptation, Jesus, Shema, Slavery, Scripture: Genesis 2:15-2:17, Matthew 4:1-4:11 Sun, 23 Feb 2020 20:21:07 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Transfiguration Sunday we look at the idea of transfiguration (transformation, metamorphosis) as central in the story of Jesus and yet as something that may be a challenge for us to accept. Transfiguration allows us to understand Jesus as the bridge between heaven, the realm of God, and the created order. As those created in the Image of God, how we be that bridge for those who have yet to encounter it? On this Transfiguration Sunday we look at the idea of transfiguration (transformation, metamorphosis) as central in the story of Jesus and yet as something that may be a challenge for us to accept. Transfiguration allows us to understand Jesus as the bridge between heaven, the realm of God, and the created order. As those created in the Image of God, how we be that bridge for those who have yet to encounter it? On this Transfiguration Sunday we look at the idea of transfiguration (transformation, metamorphosis) as central in the story of Jesus and yet as something that may be a challenge for us to accept. Transfiguration allows us to understand Jesus as the b… Julian A. Davies 1927 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21539006/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_transfiguration/id/3431001.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21539006 Transfiguration, transformation, metamorphosis, Jesus, Moses, Elijah, mountain, Scripture: Exodus 24:12-24:18, Matthew 17:1-17:9 Sun, 23 Feb 2020 20:21:07 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Transfiguration Sunday we look at the idea of transfiguration (transformation, metamorphosis) as central in the story of Jesus and yet as something that may be a challenge for us to accept. Transfiguration allows us to understand Jesus as the bridge between heaven, the realm of God, and the created order. As those created in the Image of God, how we be that bridge for those who have yet to encounter it? On this Transfiguration Sunday we look at the idea of transfiguration (transformation, metamorphosis) as central in the story of Jesus and yet as something that may be a challenge for us to accept. Transfiguration allows us to understand Jesus as the bridge between heaven, the realm of God, and the created order. As those created in the Image of God, how we be that bridge for those who have yet to encounter it? On this Transfiguration Sunday we look at the idea of transfiguration (transformation, metamorphosis) as central in the story of Jesus and yet as something that may be a challenge for us to accept. Transfiguration allows us to understand Jesus as the b… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21539006/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_transfiguration/id/393301 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21539006 Transfiguration, transformation, metamorphosis, Jesus, Moses, Elijah, mountain, Scripture: Exodus 24:12-24:18, Matthew 17:1-17:9 Sun, 16 Feb 2020 20:21:14 +0000 Julian A. Davies How can the Body of Christ deploy the spiritual gifts entrusted to us into the world to move us ever closer to the Kingdom of God? Today, we look at specificity and intentionality as two key aspects of commitment in working within the Body of Christ. How can the Body of Christ deploy the spiritual gifts entrusted to us into the world to move us ever closer to the Kingdom of God? Today, we look at specificity and intentionality as two key aspects of commitment in working within the Body of Christ. How can the Body of Christ deploy the spiritual gifts entrusted to us into the world to move us ever closer to the Kingdom of God? Today, we look at specificity and intentionality as two key aspects of commitment in working within the Body of Christ. … Julian A. Davies 2157 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21535204/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_usingourgiftstotransformthewor/id/3427285.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21535204 Spiritual Gifts, Church. Commitment, Intentionality, Specificity. , Scripture: Psalms 24:1-24:6, Romans 12:1-12:5 Sun, 16 Feb 2020 20:21:14 +0000 Julian A. Davies How can the Body of Christ deploy the spiritual gifts entrusted to us into the world to move us ever closer to the Kingdom of God? Today, we look at specificity and intentionality as two key aspects of commitment in working within the Body of Christ. How can the Body of Christ deploy the spiritual gifts entrusted to us into the world to move us ever closer to the Kingdom of God? Today, we look at specificity and intentionality as two key aspects of commitment in working within the Body of Christ. How can the Body of Christ deploy the spiritual gifts entrusted to us into the world to move us ever closer to the Kingdom of God? Today, we look at specificity and intentionality as two key aspects of commitment in working within the Body of Christ. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21535204/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_usingourgiftstotransformthewor/id/392991 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21535204 Spiritual Gifts, Church. Commitment, Intentionality, Specificity. , Scripture: Psalms 24:1-24:6, Romans 12:1-12:5 Sun, 09 Feb 2020 20:46:08 +0000 Julian A. Davies Today we look to discovering our giftedness and how our gifts may be employed for the common good in building up the Body of Christ in love. Today we look to discovering our giftedness and how our gifts may be employed for the common good in building up the Body of Christ in love. Today we look to discovering our giftedness and how our gifts may be employed for the common good in building up the Body of Christ in love. … Julian A. Davies 2619 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21531718/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whatareyourgifts/id/3423877.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21531718 Spiritual Gifts, Giftedness, Paul, Love, Scripture: Exodus 15:11-15:13, Ephesians 4:11-4:16 Sun, 09 Feb 2020 20:46:08 +0000 Julian A. Davies Today we look to discovering our giftedness and how our gifts may be employed for the common good in building up the Body of Christ in love. Today we look to discovering our giftedness and how our gifts may be employed for the common good in building up the Body of Christ in love. Today we look to discovering our giftedness and how our gifts may be employed for the common good in building up the Body of Christ in love. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21531718/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_whatareyourgifts/id/392670 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21531718 Spiritual Gifts, Giftedness, Paul, Love, Scripture: Exodus 15:11-15:13, Ephesians 4:11-4:16 Sun, 02 Feb 2020 21:00:09 +0000 Julian A. Davies The church sees spiritual gifts as being for the good of the community and as being exercised to empower the five main tasks of the church: Prayers, Presence, Gifts, Service and Witness. Today, we look especially at two of these: prayers and witness. The church sees spiritual gifts as being for the good of the community and as being exercised to empower the five main tasks of the church: Prayers, Presence, Gifts, Service and Witness. Today, we look especially at two of these: prayers and witness. The church sees spiritual gifts as being for the good of the community and as being exercised to empower the five main tasks of the church: Prayers, Presence, Gifts, Service and Witness. Today, we look especially at two of these: prayers and witness. … Julian A. Davies 2429 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21528154/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_prayerspresencegiftsserviceand/id/3420412.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21528154 Church, prayer, witness, spiritual gifts, Scripture: Isaiah 59:21-60:2, Acts 2:44-2:47 Sun, 02 Feb 2020 21:00:09 +0000 Julian A. Davies The church sees spiritual gifts as being for the good of the community and as being exercised to empower the five main tasks of the church: Prayers, Presence, Gifts, Service and Witness. Today, we look especially at two of these: prayers and witness. The church sees spiritual gifts as being for the good of the community and as being exercised to empower the five main tasks of the church: Prayers, Presence, Gifts, Service and Witness. Today, we look especially at two of these: prayers and witness. The church sees spiritual gifts as being for the good of the community and as being exercised to empower the five main tasks of the church: Prayers, Presence, Gifts, Service and Witness. Today, we look especially at two of these: prayers and witness. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21528154/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_prayerspresencegiftsserviceand/id/392335 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21528154 Church, prayer, witness, spiritual gifts, Scripture: Isaiah 59:21-60:2, Acts 2:44-2:47 Sun, 26 Jan 2020 21:03:04 +0000 Julian A. Davies We look to Paul's first letter to the church at Corinth as we seek to understand his description of the church as a "body" and how spiritual gifts distributed among its members benefit the entire body of believers. We look to Paul's first letter to the church at Corinth as we seek to understand his description of the church as a "body" and how spiritual gifts distributed among its members benefit the entire body of believers. We look to Paul's first letter to the church at Corinth as we seek to understand his description of the church as a "body" and how spiritual gifts distributed among its members benefit the entire body of believers. … Julian A. Davies 1912 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21524546/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_onebodymanygifts/id/3416932.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21524546 Paul, Corinth, Spiritual Gifts, Scripture: Joshua 24:14-24:15, 1 Corinthians 12:1-12:31 Sun, 26 Jan 2020 21:03:04 +0000 Julian A. Davies We look to Paul's first letter to the church at Corinth as we seek to understand his description of the church as a "body" and how spiritual gifts distributed among its members benefit the entire body of believers. We look to Paul's first letter to the church at Corinth as we seek to understand his description of the church as a "body" and how spiritual gifts distributed among its members benefit the entire body of believers. We look to Paul's first letter to the church at Corinth as we seek to understand his description of the church as a "body" and how spiritual gifts distributed among its members benefit the entire body of believers. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21524546/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_onebodymanygifts/id/392033 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21524546 Paul, Corinth, Spiritual Gifts, Scripture: Joshua 24:14-24:15, 1 Corinthians 12:1-12:31 Sun, 19 Jan 2020 20:47:30 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we look at hope as a road map for life, we see how the Gifts of the Spirit play an important role as we cope with barriers along the way and also how spiritual gifts work for the good of the community in empowering us to work for the common good. As we look at hope as a road map for life, we see how the Gifts of the Spirit play an important role as we cope with barriers along the way and also how spiritual gifts work for the good of the community in empowering us to work for the common good. As we look at hope as a road map for life, we see how the Gifts of the Spirit play an important role as we cope with barriers along the way and also how spiritual gifts work for the good of the community in empowering us to work for the common good. … Julian A. Davies 1875 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21521122/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_giftsofthespiritandspiritualgi/id/3413634.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21521122 Gifts of the Spirit, spiritual gifts, the Way, hope, shalom, joy, love, Scripture: Isaiah 11:1-11:9, Romans 12:1-12:8 Sun, 19 Jan 2020 20:47:30 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we look at hope as a road map for life, we see how the Gifts of the Spirit play an important role as we cope with barriers along the way and also how spiritual gifts work for the good of the community in empowering us to work for the common good. As we look at hope as a road map for life, we see how the Gifts of the Spirit play an important role as we cope with barriers along the way and also how spiritual gifts work for the good of the community in empowering us to work for the common good. As we look at hope as a road map for life, we see how the Gifts of the Spirit play an important role as we cope with barriers along the way and also how spiritual gifts work for the good of the community in empowering us to work for the common good. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21521122/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_giftsofthespiritandspiritualgi/id/391761 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21521122 Gifts of the Spirit, spiritual gifts, the Way, hope, shalom, joy, love, Scripture: Isaiah 11:1-11:9, Romans 12:1-12:8 Sun, 12 Jan 2020 20:22:13 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we recall the baptism of the Lord we think of our own baptisms and how this sacrament impacts our lives. As we recall the baptism of the Lord we think of our own baptisms and how this sacrament impacts our lives. As we recall the baptism of the Lord we think of our own baptisms and how this sacrament impacts our lives. … Julian A. Davies 1896 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21517407/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thebaptismofthelordgivingandre/id/3410214.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21517407 Baptism, Jesus, John, Sacrament, Scripture: Isaiah 43:1-43:7, Luke 3:15-3:22 Sun, 12 Jan 2020 20:22:13 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we recall the baptism of the Lord we think of our own baptisms and how this sacrament impacts our lives. As we recall the baptism of the Lord we think of our own baptisms and how this sacrament impacts our lives. As we recall the baptism of the Lord we think of our own baptisms and how this sacrament impacts our lives. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21517407/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thebaptismofthelordgivingandre/id/391502 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21517407 Baptism, Jesus, John, Sacrament, Scripture: Isaiah 43:1-43:7, Luke 3:15-3:22 Sun, 05 Jan 2020 20:19:42 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Epiphany Sunday we look to Matthew's Gospel account of the magi bearing gifts to the child, Jesus, led by a star and thwarting the plans of Herod. We see how the magi, the star, and the gifts serve as signs that point to the Lordship of Jesus and that reject the Lordship of all others. On this Epiphany Sunday we look to Matthew's Gospel account of the magi bearing gifts to the child, Jesus, led by a star and thwarting the plans of Herod. We see how the magi, the star, and the gifts serve as signs that point to the Lordship of Jesus and that reject the Lordship of all others. On this Epiphany Sunday we look to Matthew's Gospel account of the magi bearing gifts to the child, Jesus, led by a star and thwarting the plans of Herod. We see how the magi, the star, and the gifts serve as signs that point to the Lordship of Jesus a… Julian A. Davies 1498 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21513919/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_threegifts/id/3406840.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21513919 Epiphany, Magi, Gifts, Jesus, Star, Scripture: Isaiah 60:1-60:6, Matthew 2:1-2:12 Sun, 05 Jan 2020 20:19:42 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Epiphany Sunday we look to Matthew's Gospel account of the magi bearing gifts to the child, Jesus, led by a star and thwarting the plans of Herod. We see how the magi, the star, and the gifts serve as signs that point to the Lordship of Jesus and that reject the Lordship of all others. On this Epiphany Sunday we look to Matthew's Gospel account of the magi bearing gifts to the child, Jesus, led by a star and thwarting the plans of Herod. We see how the magi, the star, and the gifts serve as signs that point to the Lordship of Jesus and that reject the Lordship of all others. On this Epiphany Sunday we look to Matthew's Gospel account of the magi bearing gifts to the child, Jesus, led by a star and thwarting the plans of Herod. We see how the magi, the star, and the gifts serve as signs that point to the Lordship of Jesus a… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21513919/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_threegifts/id/391227 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21513919 Epiphany, Magi, Gifts, Jesus, Star, Scripture: Isaiah 60:1-60:6, Matthew 2:1-2:12 Sun, 29 Dec 2019 20:59:34 +0000 Julian A. Davies How do we bring about change in our lives, both as individuals and as a community? We look to the wisdom of the Apostle Paul who, in Colossians, shows us how to aim with high specificity at worthwhile change. As we face a new year, we are challenged to be better than we have been, and Paul points us towards Jesus as the Way. How do we bring about change in our lives, both as individuals and as a community? We look to the wisdom of the Apostle Paul who, in Colossians, shows us how to aim with high specificity at worthwhile change. As we face a new year, we are challenged to be better than we have been, and Paul points us towards Jesus as the Way. How do we bring about change in our lives, both as individuals and as a community? We look to the wisdom of the Apostle Paul who, in Colossians, shows us how to aim with high specificity at worthwhile change. As we face a new year, we are challenged to… Julian A. Davies 2586 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21510549/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_covenantsandcommitments/id/3403805.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21510549 Scripture: Colossians 3:12-3:17 Sun, 29 Dec 2019 20:59:34 +0000 Julian A. Davies How do we bring about change in our lives, both as individuals and as a community? We look to the wisdom of the Apostle Paul who, in Colossians, shows us how to aim with high specificity at worthwhile change. As we face a new year, we are challenged to be better than we have been, and Paul points us towards Jesus as the Way. How do we bring about change in our lives, both as individuals and as a community? We look to the wisdom of the Apostle Paul who, in Colossians, shows us how to aim with high specificity at worthwhile change. As we face a new year, we are challenged to be better than we have been, and Paul points us towards Jesus as the Way. How do we bring about change in our lives, both as individuals and as a community? We look to the wisdom of the Apostle Paul who, in Colossians, shows us how to aim with high specificity at worthwhile change. As we face a new year, we are challenged to… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21510549/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_covenantsandcommitments/id/390982 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21510549 Scripture: Colossians 3:12-3:17 Sun, 22 Dec 2019 20:02:32 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies On this Fourth Sunday of Advent we light the Candle of Love in our Advent wreath and ask the question, "What's love got to do with it?" We conclude that love has everything to do with it and that the new commandment of Jesus calls us to be a community of love. On this Fourth Sunday of Advent we light the Candle of Love in our Advent wreath and ask the question, "What's love got to do with it?" We conclude that love has everything to do with it and that the new commandment of Jesus calls us to be a community of love. On this Fourth Sunday of Advent we light the Candle of Love in our Advent wreath and ask the question, "What's love got to do with it?" We conclude that love has everything to do with it and that the new commandment of Jesus calls us to be a community … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1199 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21507291/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_beingacommunityoflove/id/3400613.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21507291 Advent, love, Jesus Sun, 22 Dec 2019 20:02:32 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies On this Fourth Sunday of Advent we light the Candle of Love in our Advent wreath and ask the question, "What's love got to do with it?" We conclude that love has everything to do with it and that the new commandment of Jesus calls us to be a community of love. On this Fourth Sunday of Advent we light the Candle of Love in our Advent wreath and ask the question, "What's love got to do with it?" We conclude that love has everything to do with it and that the new commandment of Jesus calls us to be a community of love. On this Fourth Sunday of Advent we light the Candle of Love in our Advent wreath and ask the question, "What's love got to do with it?" We conclude that love has everything to do with it and that the new commandment of Jesus calls us to be a community … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21507291/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_beingacommunityoflove/id/390679 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21507291 Advent, love, Jesus Sun, 15 Dec 2019 23:08:11 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Third Sunday of Advent we light the Candle of Joy and look to joy as a characteristic of the pathway that characterizes hope. We see that joy can be found, even for a moment, in situations that otherwise appear joyless. On this Third Sunday of Advent we light the Candle of Joy and look to joy as a characteristic of the pathway that characterizes hope. We see that joy can be found, even for a moment, in situations that otherwise appear joyless. On this Third Sunday of Advent we light the Candle of Joy and look to joy as a characteristic of the pathway that characterizes hope. We see that joy can be found, even for a moment, in situations that otherwise appear joyless. … Julian A. Davies 1722 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21503989/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_beingacommunityofoy/id/3397422.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21503989 Joy, Advent, hope, peace, John the Baptist. , Scripture: Isaiah 12:2-12:6, Luke 3:7-3:18 Sun, 15 Dec 2019 23:08:11 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Third Sunday of Advent we light the Candle of Joy and look to joy as a characteristic of the pathway that characterizes hope. We see that joy can be found, even for a moment, in situations that otherwise appear joyless. On this Third Sunday of Advent we light the Candle of Joy and look to joy as a characteristic of the pathway that characterizes hope. We see that joy can be found, even for a moment, in situations that otherwise appear joyless. On this Third Sunday of Advent we light the Candle of Joy and look to joy as a characteristic of the pathway that characterizes hope. We see that joy can be found, even for a moment, in situations that otherwise appear joyless. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21503989/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_beingacommunityofoy/id/390414 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21503989 Joy, Advent, hope, peace, John the Baptist. , Scripture: Isaiah 12:2-12:6, Luke 3:7-3:18 Sun, 08 Dec 2019 20:43:26 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies On this Second Sunday of Advent we light the Candle of Peace and look to the concept of shalom as "the way things ought to be" and our role in bringing shalom into a dark and troubled world. On this Second Sunday of Advent we light the Candle of Peace and look to the concept of shalom as "the way things ought to be" and our role in bringing shalom into a dark and troubled world. On this Second Sunday of Advent we light the Candle of Peace and look to the concept of shalom as "the way things ought to be" and our role in bringing shalom into a dark and troubled world. … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1625 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21500248/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_beingacommunityofpeace/id/3393825.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21500248 Advent, Peace, Shalom, Jesus, John the Baptist. Sun, 08 Dec 2019 20:43:26 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies On this Second Sunday of Advent we light the Candle of Peace and look to the concept of shalom as "the way things ought to be" and our role in bringing shalom into a dark and troubled world. On this Second Sunday of Advent we light the Candle of Peace and look to the concept of shalom as "the way things ought to be" and our role in bringing shalom into a dark and troubled world. On this Second Sunday of Advent we light the Candle of Peace and look to the concept of shalom as "the way things ought to be" and our role in bringing shalom into a dark and troubled world. … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21500248/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_beingacommunityofpeace/id/390059 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21500248 Advent, Peace, Shalom, Jesus, John the Baptist. Sun, 01 Dec 2019 20:09:14 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this First Sunday of Advent we light the candle of hope and look at what it means to be a community of hope in a world in which hopelessness seems to surround us. On this First Sunday of Advent we light the candle of hope and look at what it means to be a community of hope in a world in which hopelessness seems to surround us. On this First Sunday of Advent we light the candle of hope and look at what it means to be a community of hope in a world in which hopelessness seems to surround us. … Julian A. Davies 1671 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21496640/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_beingacommunityofhope/id/3390371.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21496640 Advent, hope, Jesus, Kingdom of God, Scripture: Jeremiah 33:14-33:16, Luke 21:29-21:33 Sun, 01 Dec 2019 20:09:14 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this First Sunday of Advent we light the candle of hope and look at what it means to be a community of hope in a world in which hopelessness seems to surround us. On this First Sunday of Advent we light the candle of hope and look at what it means to be a community of hope in a world in which hopelessness seems to surround us. On this First Sunday of Advent we light the candle of hope and look at what it means to be a community of hope in a world in which hopelessness seems to surround us. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21496640/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_beingacommunityofhope/id/389758 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21496640 Advent, hope, Jesus, Kingdom of God, Scripture: Jeremiah 33:14-33:16, Luke 21:29-21:33 Sun, 24 Nov 2019 20:24:17 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies On this Christ the King Sunday we look at the words of Jesus as he separates the sheep and the goats based on their response to the needs of "the least of these." We are reminded of our allegiance to Christ as King and that our goal is the Kingdom as described by Jesus. On this Christ the King Sunday we look at the words of Jesus as he separates the sheep and the goats based on their response to the needs of "the least of these." We are reminded of our allegiance to Christ as King and that our goal is the Kingdom as described by Jesus. On this Christ the King Sunday we look at the words of Jesus as he separates the sheep and the goats based on their response to the needs of "the least of these." We are reminded of our allegiance to Christ as King and that our goal is the Kingdom as d… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1569 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21493382/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_sheepandgoats/id/3387257.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21493382 Christ the King, kingdom, Jesus, sheep, goats Sun, 24 Nov 2019 20:24:17 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies On this Christ the King Sunday we look at the words of Jesus as he separates the sheep and the goats based on their response to the needs of "the least of these." We are reminded of our allegiance to Christ as King and that our goal is the Kingdom as described by Jesus. On this Christ the King Sunday we look at the words of Jesus as he separates the sheep and the goats based on their response to the needs of "the least of these." We are reminded of our allegiance to Christ as King and that our goal is the Kingdom as described by Jesus. On this Christ the King Sunday we look at the words of Jesus as he separates the sheep and the goats based on their response to the needs of "the least of these." We are reminded of our allegiance to Christ as King and that our goal is the Kingdom as d… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21493382/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_sheepandgoats/id/389448 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21493382 Christ the King, kingdom, Jesus, sheep, goats Sun, 17 Nov 2019 20:33:01 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies In the final words of the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus describes the importance of not simply hearing his words but acting on them. He again uses two scenarios to outline the options available to those who have heard his message; one is hearing and acting, the other is hearing and then not acting. One endures while the other does not. In the final words of the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus describes the importance of not simply hearing his words but acting on them. He again uses two scenarios to outline the options available to those who have heard his message; one is hearing and acting, the other is hearing and then not acting. One endures while the other does not. In the final words of the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus describes the importance of not simply hearing his words but acting on them. He again uses two scenarios to outline the options available to those who have heard his message; one is hearing and actin… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1339 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21489369/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thesermononthemount13foundedon/id/3383410.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21489369 Jesus, Sermon on the Mount, teaching Sun, 17 Nov 2019 20:33:01 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies In the final words of the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus describes the importance of not simply hearing his words but acting on them. He again uses two scenarios to outline the options available to those who have heard his message; one is hearing and acting, the other is hearing and then not acting. One endures while the other does not. In the final words of the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus describes the importance of not simply hearing his words but acting on them. He again uses two scenarios to outline the options available to those who have heard his message; one is hearing and acting, the other is hearing and then not acting. One endures while the other does not. In the final words of the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus describes the importance of not simply hearing his words but acting on them. He again uses two scenarios to outline the options available to those who have heard his message; one is hearing and actin… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21489369/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thesermononthemount13foundedon/id/389029 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21489369 Jesus, Sermon on the Mount, teaching Sun, 10 Nov 2019 14:43:00 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies Jesus warns against being misled by false prophets who might cause his followers to stray from the path he has earlier described in the Sermon on the Mount. Jesus warns against being misled by false prophets who might cause his followers to stray from the path he has earlier described in the Sermon on the Mount. Jesus warns against being misled by false prophets who might cause his followers to stray from the path he has earlier described in the Sermon on the Mount. … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1561 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21485919/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thesermononthemount12falseprop/id/3380068.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21485919 Jesus, Sermon on the Mount, prophets Sun, 10 Nov 2019 14:43:00 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies Jesus warns against being misled by false prophets who might cause his followers to stray from the path he has earlier described in the Sermon on the Mount. Jesus warns against being misled by false prophets who might cause his followers to stray from the path he has earlier described in the Sermon on the Mount. Jesus warns against being misled by false prophets who might cause his followers to stray from the path he has earlier described in the Sermon on the Mount. … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21485919/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thesermononthemount12falseprop/id/388763 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21485919 Jesus, Sermon on the Mount, prophets Sun, 03 Nov 2019 20:46:51 +0000 Julian A. Davies In this portion of the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus speaks of two scenarios, the first consisting of a wide gate, an easy (broad) road that is taken by many and that leads to destruction (ruin) and the second consisting of a narrow gate, a hard (confined) road that is found by few and that leads to life. This "two scenario" model for life is one familiar from Hebrew Scripture and Jesus uses it to examine his proposition that love of God and neighbor, along with the Golden Rule, provide the guidance needed to find the path that leads to life. In this portion of the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus speaks of two scenarios, the first consisting of a wide gate, an easy (broad) road that is taken by many and that leads to destruction (ruin) and the second consisting of a narrow gate, a hard (confined) road that is found by few and that leads to life. This "two scenario" model for life is one familiar from Hebrew Scripture and Jesus uses it to examine his proposition that love of God and neighbor, along with the Golden Rule, provide the guidance needed to find the path that leads to life. In this portion of the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus speaks of two scenarios, the first consisting of a wide gate, an easy (broad) road that is taken by many and that leads to destruction (ruin) and the second consisting of a narrow gate, a hard (confined… Julian A. Davies 1950 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21481438/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thesermononthemount11thenarrow/id/3375798.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21481438 Jesus, Sermon on the Mount, Golden Rule, life, Scripture: Psalms 118:19-118:24, Matthew 7:13-7:14 Sun, 03 Nov 2019 20:46:51 +0000 Julian A. Davies In this portion of the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus speaks of two scenarios, the first consisting of a wide gate, an easy (broad) road that is taken by many and that leads to destruction (ruin) and the second consisting of a narrow gate, a hard (confined) road that is found by few and that leads to life. This "two scenario" model for life is one familiar from Hebrew Scripture and Jesus uses it to examine his proposition that love of God and neighbor, along with the Golden Rule, provide the guidance needed to find the path that leads to life. In this portion of the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus speaks of two scenarios, the first consisting of a wide gate, an easy (broad) road that is taken by many and that leads to destruction (ruin) and the second consisting of a narrow gate, a hard (confined) road that is found by few and that leads to life. This "two scenario" model for life is one familiar from Hebrew Scripture and Jesus uses it to examine his proposition that love of God and neighbor, along with the Golden Rule, provide the guidance needed to find the path that leads to life. In this portion of the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus speaks of two scenarios, the first consisting of a wide gate, an easy (broad) road that is taken by many and that leads to destruction (ruin) and the second consisting of a narrow gate, a hard (confined… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21481438/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thesermononthemount11thenarrow/id/388383 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21481438 Jesus, Sermon on the Mount, Golden Rule, life, Scripture: Psalms 118:19-118:24, Matthew 7:13-7:14 Sun, 27 Oct 2019 19:20:42 +0000 Julian A. Davies In this section of the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus teaches on the reciprocity of justice, concluding with what has become known as the Golden Rule, "In everything do to others as you would have them do to you; for this is the law and the prophets." We see how his reference to the law and the prophets takes us to his teaching on loving God and neighbor and that on this love hangs all that is contained in both the law and the prophets. In this section of the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus teaches on the reciprocity of justice, concluding with what has become known as the Golden Rule, "In everything do to others as you would have them do to you; for this is the law and the prophets." We see how his reference to the law and the prophets takes us to his teaching on loving God and neighbor and that on this love hangs all that is contained in both the law and the prophets. In this section of the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus teaches on the reciprocity of justice, concluding with what has become known as the Golden Rule, "In everything do to others as you would have them do to you; for this is the law and the prophets." We s… Julian A. Davies 1357 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21477491/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thesermononthemount10thelawand/id/3371989.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21477491 Jesus, Sermon on the Mount, justice, law, prophets, love, Scripture: Jeremiah 5:23-5:29, Matthew 7:1-7:12 Sun, 27 Oct 2019 19:20:42 +0000 Julian A. Davies In this section of the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus teaches on the reciprocity of justice, concluding with what has become known as the Golden Rule, "In everything do to others as you would have them do to you; for this is the law and the prophets." We see how his reference to the law and the prophets takes us to his teaching on loving God and neighbor and that on this love hangs all that is contained in both the law and the prophets. In this section of the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus teaches on the reciprocity of justice, concluding with what has become known as the Golden Rule, "In everything do to others as you would have them do to you; for this is the law and the prophets." We see how his reference to the law and the prophets takes us to his teaching on loving God and neighbor and that on this love hangs all that is contained in both the law and the prophets. In this section of the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus teaches on the reciprocity of justice, concluding with what has become known as the Golden Rule, "In everything do to others as you would have them do to you; for this is the law and the prophets." We s… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21477491/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thesermononthemount10thelawand/id/388037 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21477491 Jesus, Sermon on the Mount, justice, law, prophets, love, Scripture: Jeremiah 5:23-5:29, Matthew 7:1-7:12 Sun, 20 Oct 2019 19:42:57 +0000 Julian A. Davies As he tells us that, "No one can serve two masters," Jesus continues in the Sermon on the Mount with encouragement for those of us who worry about what the future might hold. He tells us, "So do not worry about tomorrow for tomorrow will bring worries of its own." and observes that, "Today’s trouble is enough for today." We look at the words of Jesus as urging us to focus on the here and now, and not to construct imaginary futures that keep us awake at night and which distract us from moving towards the Kingdom of God and righteousness. After all, as John Wesley taught, happiness is holiness. As he tells us that, "No one can serve two masters," Jesus continues in the Sermon on the Mount with encouragement for those of us who worry about what the future might hold. He tells us, "So do not worry about tomorrow for tomorrow will bring worries of its own." and observes that, "Today’s trouble is enough for today." We look at the words of Jesus as urging us to focus on the here and now, and not to construct imaginary futures that keep us awake at night and which distract us from moving towards the Kingdom of God and righteousness. After all, as John Wesley taught, happiness is holiness. As he tells us that, "No one can serve two masters," Jesus continues in the Sermon on the Mount with encouragement for those of us who worry about what the future might hold. He tells us, "So do not worry about tomorrow for tomorrow will bring worries … Julian A. Davies 1628 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21473606/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thesermononthemount9twomasters/id/3368276.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21473606 Jesus, Sermon on the Mount, worry, holiness, Scripture: Job 5:1-5:11, Matthew 6:24-6:34 Sun, 20 Oct 2019 19:42:57 +0000 Julian A. Davies As he tells us that, "No one can serve two masters," Jesus continues in the Sermon on the Mount with encouragement for those of us who worry about what the future might hold. He tells us, "So do not worry about tomorrow for tomorrow will bring worries of its own." and observes that, "Today’s trouble is enough for today." We look at the words of Jesus as urging us to focus on the here and now, and not to construct imaginary futures that keep us awake at night and which distract us from moving towards the Kingdom of God and righteousness. After all, as John Wesley taught, happiness is holiness. As he tells us that, "No one can serve two masters," Jesus continues in the Sermon on the Mount with encouragement for those of us who worry about what the future might hold. He tells us, "So do not worry about tomorrow for tomorrow will bring worries of its own." and observes that, "Today’s trouble is enough for today." We look at the words of Jesus as urging us to focus on the here and now, and not to construct imaginary futures that keep us awake at night and which distract us from moving towards the Kingdom of God and righteousness. After all, as John Wesley taught, happiness is holiness. As he tells us that, "No one can serve two masters," Jesus continues in the Sermon on the Mount with encouragement for those of us who worry about what the future might hold. He tells us, "So do not worry about tomorrow for tomorrow will bring worries … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21473606/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thesermononthemount9twomasters/id/387705 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21473606 Jesus, Sermon on the Mount, worry, holiness, Scripture: Job 5:1-5:11, Matthew 6:24-6:34 Sun, 06 Oct 2019 19:30:59 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we read the Sermon on the Mount, we encounter Jesus speaking of fasting, along with prayer and alms-giving. While prayer and alms-giving continue to be regular features of current-day church life, fasting, at least in Protestant circles, seems to have fallen off the radar! We examine the teachings about, and examples of, fasting in the Hebrew Bible and look to the teachings of Jesus to see how fasting, prayer and alms-giving come together as a whole in the life of the individual and community today. As we read the Sermon on the Mount, we encounter Jesus speaking of fasting, along with prayer and alms-giving. While prayer and alms-giving continue to be regular features of current-day church life, fasting, at least in Protestant circles, seems to have fallen off the radar! We examine the teachings about, and examples of, fasting in the Hebrew Bible and look to the teachings of Jesus to see how fasting, prayer and alms-giving come together as a whole in the life of the individual and community today. As we read the Sermon on the Mount, we encounter Jesus speaking of fasting, along with prayer and alms-giving. While prayer and alms-giving continue to be regular features of current-day church life, fasting, at least in Protestant circles, seems to ha… Julian A. Davies 1724 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21465662/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thesermononthemount7fasting/id/3360666.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21465662 Jesus, Sermon on the Mount, fasting, piety, Scripture: Leviticus 16:29-16:31, Matthew 6:16-6:18 Sun, 06 Oct 2019 19:30:59 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we read the Sermon on the Mount, we encounter Jesus speaking of fasting, along with prayer and alms-giving. While prayer and alms-giving continue to be regular features of current-day church life, fasting, at least in Protestant circles, seems to have fallen off the radar! We examine the teachings about, and examples of, fasting in the Hebrew Bible and look to the teachings of Jesus to see how fasting, prayer and alms-giving come together as a whole in the life of the individual and community today. As we read the Sermon on the Mount, we encounter Jesus speaking of fasting, along with prayer and alms-giving. While prayer and alms-giving continue to be regular features of current-day church life, fasting, at least in Protestant circles, seems to have fallen off the radar! We examine the teachings about, and examples of, fasting in the Hebrew Bible and look to the teachings of Jesus to see how fasting, prayer and alms-giving come together as a whole in the life of the individual and community today. As we read the Sermon on the Mount, we encounter Jesus speaking of fasting, along with prayer and alms-giving. While prayer and alms-giving continue to be regular features of current-day church life, fasting, at least in Protestant circles, seems to ha… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21465662/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thesermononthemount7fasting/id/387030 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21465662 Jesus, Sermon on the Mount, fasting, piety, Scripture: Leviticus 16:29-16:31, Matthew 6:16-6:18 Sun, 29 Sep 2019 19:19:48 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus speaks of piety using three main examples: prayer, alms giving, and fasting. This wee we focus on prayer and how Jesus teaches the Lord's Prayer. Appropriate practice of piety leads us towards the Kingdom while inappropriate practice of piety leads us away from the Kingdom. And, Jesus teaches, appropriateness is related to motivation and authenticity. In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus speaks of piety using three main examples: prayer, alms giving, and fasting. This wee we focus on prayer and how Jesus teaches the Lord's Prayer. Appropriate practice of piety leads us towards the Kingdom while inappropriate practice of piety leads us away from the Kingdom. And, Jesus teaches, appropriateness is related to motivation and authenticity. In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus speaks of piety using three main examples: prayer, alms giving, and fasting. This wee we focus on prayer and how Jesus teaches the Lord's Prayer. Appropriate practice of piety leads us towards the Kingdom while inappro… Julian A. Davies 1771 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21461695/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thesermononthemount6praying/id/3356874.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21461695 Jesus, Sermon on the Mount, prayer, fasting, alms giving., Scripture: Matthew 6:1-6:15 Sun, 29 Sep 2019 19:19:48 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus speaks of piety using three main examples: prayer, alms giving, and fasting. This wee we focus on prayer and how Jesus teaches the Lord's Prayer. Appropriate practice of piety leads us towards the Kingdom while inappropriate practice of piety leads us away from the Kingdom. And, Jesus teaches, appropriateness is related to motivation and authenticity. In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus speaks of piety using three main examples: prayer, alms giving, and fasting. This wee we focus on prayer and how Jesus teaches the Lord's Prayer. Appropriate practice of piety leads us towards the Kingdom while inappropriate practice of piety leads us away from the Kingdom. And, Jesus teaches, appropriateness is related to motivation and authenticity. In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus speaks of piety using three main examples: prayer, alms giving, and fasting. This wee we focus on prayer and how Jesus teaches the Lord's Prayer. Appropriate practice of piety leads us towards the Kingdom while inappro… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21461695/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thesermononthemount6praying/id/386744 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21461695 Jesus, Sermon on the Mount, prayer, fasting, alms giving., Scripture: Matthew 6:1-6:15 Sun, 22 Sep 2019 19:40:27 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus explains how the law is to read through the lens of his life and teaching. His life and teaching do not abolish the law but rather fulfill it. In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus explains how the law is to read through the lens of his life and teaching. His life and teaching do not abolish the law but rather fulfill it. In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus explains how the law is to read through the lens of his life and teaching. His life and teaching do not abolish the law but rather fulfill it. … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1876 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21457789/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thesermononthemount5fulfilling/id/3353189.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21457789 Jesus, law, Sermon on the Mount Sun, 22 Sep 2019 19:40:27 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus explains how the law is to read through the lens of his life and teaching. His life and teaching do not abolish the law but rather fulfill it. In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus explains how the law is to read through the lens of his life and teaching. His life and teaching do not abolish the law but rather fulfill it. In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus explains how the law is to read through the lens of his life and teaching. His life and teaching do not abolish the law but rather fulfill it. … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21457789/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thesermononthemount5fulfilling/id/386445 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21457789 Jesus, law, Sermon on the Mount Sun, 15 Sep 2019 19:21:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus uses the images of salt and light in addressing his audience. We explore how these images might have been understood and look to what this understanding teaches us about the nature of discipleship today. In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus uses the images of salt and light in addressing his audience. We explore how these images might have been understood and look to what this understanding teaches us about the nature of discipleship today. In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus uses the images of salt and light in addressing his audience. We explore how these images might have been understood and look to what this understanding teaches us about the nature of discipleship today. … Julian A. Davies 1652 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21453622/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thesermononthemount4saltandlig/id/3349368.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21453622 Salt, light, discipleship, Scripture: 2 Kings 2:19-2:22, Matthew 5:13-5:16 Sun, 15 Sep 2019 19:21:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus uses the images of salt and light in addressing his audience. We explore how these images might have been understood and look to what this understanding teaches us about the nature of discipleship today. In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus uses the images of salt and light in addressing his audience. We explore how these images might have been understood and look to what this understanding teaches us about the nature of discipleship today. In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus uses the images of salt and light in addressing his audience. We explore how these images might have been understood and look to what this understanding teaches us about the nature of discipleship today. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21453622/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thesermononthemount4saltandlig/id/386052 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21453622 Salt, light, discipleship, Scripture: 2 Kings 2:19-2:22, Matthew 5:13-5:16 Sun, 08 Sep 2019 18:59:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the final beatitudes we look to see how Jesus speaks of purity of heart, the concept of shalom, and how his followers can act in the face of persecution. In the final beatitudes we look to see how Jesus speaks of purity of heart, the concept of shalom, and how his followers can act in the face of persecution. In the final beatitudes we look to see how Jesus speaks of purity of heart, the concept of shalom, and how his followers can act in the face of persecution. … Julian A. Davies 1666 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21449388/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thesermononthemount3seeinggod/id/3345369.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21449388 Seron on the Mount, Jesus, purity of heart, peace, shalom, persecution, Scripture: Psalms 73:1-73:6, Matthew 5:8-5:12 Sun, 08 Sep 2019 18:59:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the final beatitudes we look to see how Jesus speaks of purity of heart, the concept of shalom, and how his followers can act in the face of persecution. In the final beatitudes we look to see how Jesus speaks of purity of heart, the concept of shalom, and how his followers can act in the face of persecution. In the final beatitudes we look to see how Jesus speaks of purity of heart, the concept of shalom, and how his followers can act in the face of persecution. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21449388/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thesermononthemount3seeinggod/id/385707 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21449388 Seron on the Mount, Jesus, purity of heart, peace, shalom, persecution, Scripture: Psalms 73:1-73:6, Matthew 5:8-5:12 Sun, 01 Sep 2019 22:39:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In our reading of the Sermon on the Mount we look to the third, fourth and fifth beatitudes through the lens of grace, understood in terms of the patron-client relationships that were in effect at the time of Jesus. In our reading of the Sermon on the Mount we look to the third, fourth and fifth beatitudes through the lens of grace, understood in terms of the patron-client relationships that were in effect at the time of Jesus. In our reading of the Sermon on the Mount we look to the third, fourth and fifth beatitudes through the lens of grace, understood in terms of the patron-client relationships that were in effect at the time of Jesus. … Julian A. Davies 1381 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21445981/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thesermononthemount2inheritanc/id/3342116.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21445981 Sermon on the Mount, Beatitudes, Makarisma, Grace, Patron-Client, Scripture: Jeremiah 17:7-17:8, Matthew 5:5-5:7 Sun, 01 Sep 2019 22:39:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In our reading of the Sermon on the Mount we look to the third, fourth and fifth beatitudes through the lens of grace, understood in terms of the patron-client relationships that were in effect at the time of Jesus. In our reading of the Sermon on the Mount we look to the third, fourth and fifth beatitudes through the lens of grace, understood in terms of the patron-client relationships that were in effect at the time of Jesus. In our reading of the Sermon on the Mount we look to the third, fourth and fifth beatitudes through the lens of grace, understood in terms of the patron-client relationships that were in effect at the time of Jesus. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21445981/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thesermononthemount2inheritanc/id/385426 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21445981 Sermon on the Mount, Beatitudes, Makarisma, Grace, Patron-Client, Scripture: Jeremiah 17:7-17:8, Matthew 5:5-5:7 Sun, 18 Aug 2019 21:45:00 +0000 Heather Gillen As we celebrate the Blessing of the Backpacks we are reminded that God chooses us, both children and adults, regardless of who we are, to be part of his ongoing story. As we celebrate the Blessing of the Backpacks we are reminded that God chooses us, both children and adults, regardless of who we are, to be part of his ongoing story. As we celebrate the Blessing of the Backpacks we are reminded that God chooses us, both children and adults, regardless of who we are, to be part of his ongoing story.… Heather Gillen 981 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21438243/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_andgodchoosesyou/id/3334770.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21438243 Discipleship, God, Children and Adults, Scripture: Psalms 100:1-100:5, Matthew 19:13-19:14 Sun, 18 Aug 2019 21:45:00 +0000 Heather Gillen As we celebrate the Blessing of the Backpacks we are reminded that God chooses us, both children and adults, regardless of who we are, to be part of his ongoing story. As we celebrate the Blessing of the Backpacks we are reminded that God chooses us, both children and adults, regardless of who we are, to be part of his ongoing story. As we celebrate the Blessing of the Backpacks we are reminded that God chooses us, both children and adults, regardless of who we are, to be part of his ongoing story.… Heather Gillen https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21438243/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_andgodchoosesyou/id/384789 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21438243 Discipleship, God, Children and Adults, Scripture: Psalms 100:1-100:5, Matthew 19:13-19:14 Sun, 11 Aug 2019 19:33:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the final chapter of the Epistle of James, we see how the hoarding of excess wealth leads to disruption across the relational spectrum of God - Neighbor - Self. In the final chapter of the Epistle of James, we see how the hoarding of excess wealth leads to disruption across the relational spectrum of God - Neighbor - Self. In the final chapter of the Epistle of James, we see how the hoarding of excess wealth leads to disruption across the relational spectrum of God - Neighbor - Self. … Julian A. Davies 1667 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21434403/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_richandpoor/id/3331143.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21434403 James, Rich, Poor, Scripture: Exodus 36:2-36:7, James 5:1-5:20, Series: James Part#5 Sun, 11 Aug 2019 19:33:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the final chapter of the Epistle of James, we see how the hoarding of excess wealth leads to disruption across the relational spectrum of God - Neighbor - Self. In the final chapter of the Epistle of James, we see how the hoarding of excess wealth leads to disruption across the relational spectrum of God - Neighbor - Self. In the final chapter of the Epistle of James, we see how the hoarding of excess wealth leads to disruption across the relational spectrum of God - Neighbor - Self. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21434403/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_richandpoor/id/384505 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21434403 James, Rich, Poor, Scripture: Exodus 36:2-36:7, James 5:1-5:20, Series: James Part#5 Sun, 04 Aug 2019 19:10:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies James explores the question of control in the latter part of chapter 4 of his epistle, writing ‘If the Lord wishes, we will live and do this or that.’ The conditio Jacobaea (the Jacobean reservation) became a Christian devotional to remind us, in humility and hope, that the future and, in particular, planned events are subject to the will of God. James explores the question of control in the latter part of chapter 4 of his epistle, writing ‘If the Lord wishes, we will live and do this or that.’ The conditio Jacobaea (the Jacobean reservation) became a Christian devotional to remind us, in humility and hope, that the future and, in particular, planned events are subject to the will of God. James explores the question of control in the latter part of chapter 4 of his epistle, writing ‘If the Lord wishes, we will live and do this or that.’ The conditio Jacobaea (the Jacobean reservation) became a Christian devotional to remind us, in hum… Julian A. Davies 1012 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21430511/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_theepistleofames4todayandtomor/id/3327461.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21430511 James,God, Control, Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-3:8, James 4:1-4:17, Series: James Part#4 Sun, 04 Aug 2019 19:10:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies James explores the question of control in the latter part of chapter 4 of his epistle, writing ‘If the Lord wishes, we will live and do this or that.’ The conditio Jacobaea (the Jacobean reservation) became a Christian devotional to remind us, in humility and hope, that the future and, in particular, planned events are subject to the will of God. James explores the question of control in the latter part of chapter 4 of his epistle, writing ‘If the Lord wishes, we will live and do this or that.’ The conditio Jacobaea (the Jacobean reservation) became a Christian devotional to remind us, in humility and hope, that the future and, in particular, planned events are subject to the will of God. James explores the question of control in the latter part of chapter 4 of his epistle, writing ‘If the Lord wishes, we will live and do this or that.’ The conditio Jacobaea (the Jacobean reservation) became a Christian devotional to remind us, in hum… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21430511/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_theepistleofames4todayandtomor/id/384176 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21430511 James,God, Control, Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-3:8, James 4:1-4:17, Series: James Part#4 Sun, 28 Jul 2019 19:40:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the third chapter of James, we see how language can be a double-edged sword, capable of being used both to praise God and to assault those made in the Image of God. James encourages us to show each other what faith looks like in the world rather than to rely exclusively on language as a means of expressing ourselves. In the third chapter of James, we see how language can be a double-edged sword, capable of being used both to praise God and to assault those made in the Image of God. James encourages us to show each other what faith looks like in the world rather than to rely exclusively on language as a means of expressing ourselves. In the third chapter of James, we see how language can be a double-edged sword, capable of being used both to praise God and to assault those made in the Image of God. James encourages us to show each other what faith looks like in the world rather tha… Julian A. Davies 1546 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21426641/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_theepistleofames3figsandolives/id/3323815.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21426641 Words, deeds, language, actions, Scripture: James 3:1-3:18, Series: James Part#3 Sun, 28 Jul 2019 19:40:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the third chapter of James, we see how language can be a double-edged sword, capable of being used both to praise God and to assault those made in the Image of God. James encourages us to show each other what faith looks like in the world rather than to rely exclusively on language as a means of expressing ourselves. In the third chapter of James, we see how language can be a double-edged sword, capable of being used both to praise God and to assault those made in the Image of God. James encourages us to show each other what faith looks like in the world rather than to rely exclusively on language as a means of expressing ourselves. In the third chapter of James, we see how language can be a double-edged sword, capable of being used both to praise God and to assault those made in the Image of God. James encourages us to show each other what faith looks like in the world rather tha… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21426641/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_theepistleofames3figsandolives/id/383887 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21426641 Words, deeds, language, actions, Scripture: James 3:1-3:18, Series: James Part#3 Sun, 21 Jul 2019 19:47:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In chapter 2 of James, we read of the role of works in salvation and see how John Wesley linked together faith, with a very specific meaning, and the works which result from such faith. In chapter 2 of James, we read of the role of works in salvation and see how John Wesley linked together faith, with a very specific meaning, and the works which result from such faith. In chapter 2 of James, we read of the role of works in salvation and see how John Wesley linked together faith, with a very specific meaning, and the works which result from such faith. … Julian A. Davies 2011 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21422826/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_theepistleofames2faithandworks/id/3320244.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21422826 Faith, works, Paul, James, Luther, Wesley, Scripture: James 2:1-2:26, Series: James Part#2 Sun, 21 Jul 2019 19:47:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In chapter 2 of James, we read of the role of works in salvation and see how John Wesley linked together faith, with a very specific meaning, and the works which result from such faith. In chapter 2 of James, we read of the role of works in salvation and see how John Wesley linked together faith, with a very specific meaning, and the works which result from such faith. In chapter 2 of James, we read of the role of works in salvation and see how John Wesley linked together faith, with a very specific meaning, and the works which result from such faith. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21422826/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_theepistleofames2faithandworks/id/383563 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21422826 Faith, works, Paul, James, Luther, Wesley, Scripture: James 2:1-2:26, Series: James Part#2 Sun, 14 Jul 2019 20:17:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the first chapter of the Epistle of James, we see an emphasis on "doing" (For if any are hearers of the word and not doers ...) that might appear to be an endorsement of works righteousness. We look to the work of Søren Kierkegaard on James to see how to integrate hearing and doing in a way that maintains the primacy of grace. In the first chapter of the Epistle of James, we see an emphasis on "doing" (For if any are hearers of the word and not doers ...) that might appear to be an endorsement of works righteousness. We look to the work of Søren Kierkegaard on James to see how to integrate hearing and doing in a way that maintains the primacy of grace. In the first chapter of the Epistle of James, we see an emphasis on "doing" (For if any are hearers of the word and not doers ...) that might appear to be an endorsement of works righteousness. We look to the work of Søren Kierkegaard on James to see h… Julian A. Davies 2016 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21419059/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_theepistleofames1doersandheare/id/3316703.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21419059 Hearing, Doing, Martin Luther, Søren Kierkegaard., Scripture: James 1:1-1:27, Series: James Part#1 Sun, 14 Jul 2019 20:17:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the first chapter of the Epistle of James, we see an emphasis on "doing" (For if any are hearers of the word and not doers ...) that might appear to be an endorsement of works righteousness. We look to the work of Søren Kierkegaard on James to see how to integrate hearing and doing in a way that maintains the primacy of grace. In the first chapter of the Epistle of James, we see an emphasis on "doing" (For if any are hearers of the word and not doers ...) that might appear to be an endorsement of works righteousness. We look to the work of Søren Kierkegaard on James to see how to integrate hearing and doing in a way that maintains the primacy of grace. In the first chapter of the Epistle of James, we see an emphasis on "doing" (For if any are hearers of the word and not doers ...) that might appear to be an endorsement of works righteousness. We look to the work of Søren Kierkegaard on James to see h… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21419059/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_theepistleofames1doersandheare/id/383256 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21419059 Hearing, Doing, Martin Luther, Søren Kierkegaard., Scripture: James 1:1-1:27, Series: James Part#1 Sun, 23 Jun 2019 22:02:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On the heels of Trinity Sunday, we look to the Athanasian Creed to understand Christology and its connection to Trinitarian theology. The fully divine and fully human Jesus, the Christ, shows us how we can be perfected by the love of God to recover the Imago Dei, individually and communally. On the heels of Trinity Sunday, we look to the Athanasian Creed to understand Christology and its connection to Trinitarian theology. The fully divine and fully human Jesus, the Christ, shows us how we can be perfected by the love of God to recover the Imago Dei, individually and communally. On the heels of Trinity Sunday, we look to the Athanasian Creed to understand Christology and its connection to Trinitarian theology. The fully divine and fully human Jesus, the Christ, shows us how we can be perfected by the love of God to recover the… Julian A. Davies 1716 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21407794/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_trinityandincarnation/id/3306002.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21407794 Trinity, incaration, Imago Dei, Theosis, Christian Perfection, Scripture: Isaiah 7:13-7:15, Matthew 1:18-1:25 Sun, 23 Jun 2019 22:02:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On the heels of Trinity Sunday, we look to the Athanasian Creed to understand Christology and its connection to Trinitarian theology. The fully divine and fully human Jesus, the Christ, shows us how we can be perfected by the love of God to recover the Imago Dei, individually and communally. On the heels of Trinity Sunday, we look to the Athanasian Creed to understand Christology and its connection to Trinitarian theology. The fully divine and fully human Jesus, the Christ, shows us how we can be perfected by the love of God to recover the Imago Dei, individually and communally. On the heels of Trinity Sunday, we look to the Athanasian Creed to understand Christology and its connection to Trinitarian theology. The fully divine and fully human Jesus, the Christ, shows us how we can be perfected by the love of God to recover the… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21407794/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_trinityandincarnation/id/382328 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21407794 Trinity, incaration, Imago Dei, Theosis, Christian Perfection, Scripture: Isaiah 7:13-7:15, Matthew 1:18-1:25 Sun, 16 Jun 2019 20:05:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Trinity Sunday we look to the Athanasian Creed to help us discern the nature of God and hence what it means to be made in the Image of God and to be seeking to recover that image in our individual and corporate lives. On this Trinity Sunday we look to the Athanasian Creed to help us discern the nature of God and hence what it means to be made in the Image of God and to be seeking to recover that image in our individual and corporate lives. On this Trinity Sunday we look to the Athanasian Creed to help us discern the nature of God and hence what it means to be made in the Image of God and to be seeking to recover that image in our individual and corporate lives. … Julian A. Davies 1658 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21403826/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_inthenameofthefatherandoftheso/id/3302096.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21403826 Trinity, Father, Son, Spirit, Scripture: Psalms 8:1-8:9, Matthew 28:16-28:20 Sun, 16 Jun 2019 20:05:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Trinity Sunday we look to the Athanasian Creed to help us discern the nature of God and hence what it means to be made in the Image of God and to be seeking to recover that image in our individual and corporate lives. On this Trinity Sunday we look to the Athanasian Creed to help us discern the nature of God and hence what it means to be made in the Image of God and to be seeking to recover that image in our individual and corporate lives. On this Trinity Sunday we look to the Athanasian Creed to help us discern the nature of God and hence what it means to be made in the Image of God and to be seeking to recover that image in our individual and corporate lives. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21403826/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_inthenameofthefatherandoftheso/id/381959 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21403826 Trinity, Father, Son, Spirit, Scripture: Psalms 8:1-8:9, Matthew 28:16-28:20 Sun, 09 Jun 2019 22:19:00 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies The outpouring of the Holy Spirit on one particular Pentecost many years ago is celebrated today as the fulfillment of the giving of Torah and so allows for the leading of the Spirit in lives of faith, characterized by love. The outpouring of the Holy Spirit on one particular Pentecost many years ago is celebrated today as the fulfillment of the giving of Torah and so allows for the leading of the Spirit in lives of faith, characterized by love. The outpouring of the Holy Spirit on one particular Pentecost many years ago is celebrated today as the fulfillment of the giving of Torah and so allows for the leading of the Spirit in lives of faith, characterized by love. … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1487 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21400328/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whenthedayofpentecosthadcome/id/3298702.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21400328 Pentecost, Torah, Spirit Sun, 09 Jun 2019 22:19:00 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies The outpouring of the Holy Spirit on one particular Pentecost many years ago is celebrated today as the fulfillment of the giving of Torah and so allows for the leading of the Spirit in lives of faith, characterized by love. The outpouring of the Holy Spirit on one particular Pentecost many years ago is celebrated today as the fulfillment of the giving of Torah and so allows for the leading of the Spirit in lives of faith, characterized by love. The outpouring of the Holy Spirit on one particular Pentecost many years ago is celebrated today as the fulfillment of the giving of Torah and so allows for the leading of the Spirit in lives of faith, characterized by love. … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21400328/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_whenthedayofpentecosthadcome/id/381659 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21400328 Pentecost, Torah, Spirit Sun, 02 Jun 2019 19:56:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the final chapter of Galatians, Paul writes of a two-fold approach to following the leading of the Spirit in love: assisting others and self examination. John Wesley's questions for "small groups" are helpful in this regard as we share with others in an atmosphere of trust and concern. In the final chapter of Galatians, Paul writes of a two-fold approach to following the leading of the Spirit in love: assisting others and self examination. John Wesley's questions for "small groups" are helpful in this regard as we share with others in an atmosphere of trust and concern. In the final chapter of Galatians, Paul writes of a two-fold approach to following the leading of the Spirit in love: assisting others and self examination. John Wesley's questions for "small groups" are helpful in this regard as we share with others i… Julian A. Davies 2375 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21396154/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_gracethatsustains/id/3294755.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21396154 Grace, Paul, Self examination, Assisting others, Scripture: Psalms 18:2-18:5, Galatians 6:1-6:18, Series: Galatians Part#6 Sun, 02 Jun 2019 19:56:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the final chapter of Galatians, Paul writes of a two-fold approach to following the leading of the Spirit in love: assisting others and self examination. John Wesley's questions for "small groups" are helpful in this regard as we share with others in an atmosphere of trust and concern. In the final chapter of Galatians, Paul writes of a two-fold approach to following the leading of the Spirit in love: assisting others and self examination. John Wesley's questions for "small groups" are helpful in this regard as we share with others in an atmosphere of trust and concern. In the final chapter of Galatians, Paul writes of a two-fold approach to following the leading of the Spirit in love: assisting others and self examination. John Wesley's questions for "small groups" are helpful in this regard as we share with others i… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21396154/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_gracethatsustains/id/381335 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21396154 Grace, Paul, Self examination, Assisting others, Scripture: Psalms 18:2-18:5, Galatians 6:1-6:18, Series: Galatians Part#6 Sun, 26 May 2019 19:16:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the fifth chapter of his letter to the churches of Galatia, Paul interprets Christ's message as one of freedom from slavery, even slavery to obedience to the law. He maintains that the only thing that counts is faith working through love and the whole law is summed up in a single commandment, ‘You shall love your neighbor as yourself.’ His position is that "if you are led by the Spirit, you are not subject to the law." Indeed, if justification by obedience to the law were possible then the work of Christ was all for nothing! In the fifth chapter of his letter to the churches of Galatia, Paul interprets Christ's message as one of freedom from slavery, even slavery to obedience to the law. He maintains that the only thing that counts is faith working through love and the whole law is summed up in a single commandment, ‘You shall love your neighbor as yourself.’ His position is that "if you are led by the Spirit, you are not subject to the law." Indeed, if justification by obedience to the law were possible then the work of Christ was all for nothing! In the fifth chapter of his letter to the churches of Galatia, Paul interprets Christ's message as one of freedom from slavery, even slavery to obedience to the law. He maintains that the only thing that counts is faith working through love and the who… Julian A. Davies 1580 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21390951/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_gracethatbearsfruit/id/3290926.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21390951 Grace, Law, Spirit, Fruit, Paul, Galatia, Scripture: Leviticus 19:15-19:18, Galatians 5:1-5:26, Series: Galatians Part#5 Sun, 26 May 2019 19:16:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the fifth chapter of his letter to the churches of Galatia, Paul interprets Christ's message as one of freedom from slavery, even slavery to obedience to the law. He maintains that the only thing that counts is faith working through love and the whole law is summed up in a single commandment, ‘You shall love your neighbor as yourself.’ His position is that "if you are led by the Spirit, you are not subject to the law." Indeed, if justification by obedience to the law were possible then the work of Christ was all for nothing! In the fifth chapter of his letter to the churches of Galatia, Paul interprets Christ's message as one of freedom from slavery, even slavery to obedience to the law. He maintains that the only thing that counts is faith working through love and the whole law is summed up in a single commandment, ‘You shall love your neighbor as yourself.’ His position is that "if you are led by the Spirit, you are not subject to the law." Indeed, if justification by obedience to the law were possible then the work of Christ was all for nothing! In the fifth chapter of his letter to the churches of Galatia, Paul interprets Christ's message as one of freedom from slavery, even slavery to obedience to the law. He maintains that the only thing that counts is faith working through love and the who… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21390951/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_gracethatbearsfruit/id/380992 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21390951 Grace, Law, Spirit, Fruit, Paul, Galatia, Scripture: Leviticus 19:15-19:18, Galatians 5:1-5:26, Series: Galatians Part#5 Sun, 19 May 2019 19:37:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Included in chapter 4 of Galatians is Paul's allegorical reading of the story of Abraham, Sarah and Hagar which he employs to support his case that works of the law cannot lead to justification but that this blessing is accessible only through faith which is itself a response to grace. Included in chapter 4 of Galatians is Paul's allegorical reading of the story of Abraham, Sarah and Hagar which he employs to support his case that works of the law cannot lead to justification but that this blessing is accessible only through faith which is itself a response to grace. Included in chapter 4 of Galatians is Paul's allegorical reading of the story of Abraham, Sarah and Hagar which he employs to support his case that works of the law cannot lead to justification but that this blessing is accessible only through faith wh… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21386508/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_gracethatforms/id/380671 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21386508 Grace, Paul, Abraham, Sarah, Hagar, Allegory, Scripture, Scripture: Genesis 16:1-16:16, Galatians 4:1-4:31, Series: Galatians Part#4 Sun, 12 May 2019 19:30:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the third chapter of Galatians, Paul presents the proofs for his argument that Gentiles do not have first to become Jews in order to become followers of Jesus. His discussion includes arguments from Scripture in which he shows a new way of interpreting and understanding what has been written, and provides important lessons for us, today, in this regard. In the third chapter of Galatians, Paul presents the proofs for his argument that Gentiles do not have first to become Jews in order to become followers of Jesus. His discussion includes arguments from Scripture in which he shows a new way of interpreting and understanding what has been written, and provides important lessons for us, today, in this regard. In the third chapter of Galatians, Paul presents the proofs for his argument that Gentiles do not have first to become Jews in order to become followers of Jesus. His discussion includes arguments from Scripture in which he shows a new way of interpret… Julian A. Davies 1904 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21382338/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_gracethatclothesus/id/3282627.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21382338 Paul, Grace, Scripture, Scripture: Genesis 12:1-12:4, Galatians 3:1-3:29, Series: Galatians Part#3 Sun, 12 May 2019 19:30:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the third chapter of Galatians, Paul presents the proofs for his argument that Gentiles do not have first to become Jews in order to become followers of Jesus. His discussion includes arguments from Scripture in which he shows a new way of interpreting and understanding what has been written, and provides important lessons for us, today, in this regard. In the third chapter of Galatians, Paul presents the proofs for his argument that Gentiles do not have first to become Jews in order to become followers of Jesus. His discussion includes arguments from Scripture in which he shows a new way of interpreting and understanding what has been written, and provides important lessons for us, today, in this regard. In the third chapter of Galatians, Paul presents the proofs for his argument that Gentiles do not have first to become Jews in order to become followers of Jesus. His discussion includes arguments from Scripture in which he shows a new way of interpret… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21382338/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_gracethatclothesus/id/380398 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21382338 Paul, Grace, Scripture, Scripture: Genesis 12:1-12:4, Galatians 3:1-3:29, Series: Galatians Part#3 Sun, 05 May 2019 19:14:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In Chapter 2 of Galatians, Paul makes clear that "... we know that a person is justified not by the works of the law but through faith in Jesus Christ" and the reason behind his claim is "... for if justification comes through the law, then Christ died for nothing." Paul reasons that Torah-obedience is not to be required of Gentiles who seek to be followers of Jesus and his embrace of the Gentile community requires an end to their exclusion based on a precondition of such Torah obedience. Prevenient grace acts before an individual makes any change in behavior and so any precondition of change denies the grace of God. In Chapter 2 of Galatians, Paul makes clear that "... we know that a person is justified not by the works of the law but through faith in Jesus Christ" and the reason behind his claim is "... for if justification comes through the law, then Christ died for nothing." Paul reasons that Torah-obedience is not to be required of Gentiles who seek to be followers of Jesus and his embrace of the Gentile community requires an end to their exclusion based on a precondition of such Torah obedience. Prevenient grace acts before an individual makes any change in behavior and so any precondition of change denies the grace of God. In Chapter 2 of Galatians, Paul makes clear that "... we know that a person is justified not by the works of the law but through faith in Jesus Christ" and the reason behind his claim is "... for if justification comes through the law, then Christ died… Julian A. Davies 1764 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21377940/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_gracethatembraces/id/3278397.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21377940 Grace, Paul, Exclusion, Embrace, Scripture: Galatians 2:1-2:21, Series: Galatians Part#2 Sun, 05 May 2019 19:14:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In Chapter 2 of Galatians, Paul makes clear that "... we know that a person is justified not by the works of the law but through faith in Jesus Christ" and the reason behind his claim is "... for if justification comes through the law, then Christ died for nothing." Paul reasons that Torah-obedience is not to be required of Gentiles who seek to be followers of Jesus and his embrace of the Gentile community requires an end to their exclusion based on a precondition of such Torah obedience. Prevenient grace acts before an individual makes any change in behavior and so any precondition of change denies the grace of God. In Chapter 2 of Galatians, Paul makes clear that "... we know that a person is justified not by the works of the law but through faith in Jesus Christ" and the reason behind his claim is "... for if justification comes through the law, then Christ died for nothing." Paul reasons that Torah-obedience is not to be required of Gentiles who seek to be followers of Jesus and his embrace of the Gentile community requires an end to their exclusion based on a precondition of such Torah obedience. Prevenient grace acts before an individual makes any change in behavior and so any precondition of change denies the grace of God. In Chapter 2 of Galatians, Paul makes clear that "... we know that a person is justified not by the works of the law but through faith in Jesus Christ" and the reason behind his claim is "... for if justification comes through the law, then Christ died… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21377940/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_gracethatembraces/id/380081 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21377940 Grace, Paul, Exclusion, Embrace, Scripture: Galatians 2:1-2:21, Series: Galatians Part#2 Sun, 28 Apr 2019 19:09:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the first chapter of Galatians we see an example of the transforming power of grace in the life of Saul/Paul. Paul describes himself as an "apostle" - one commissioned and sent by another for a specific purpose. In this case, Paul sees himself as sent by God through Christ and not by any other person to deliver a message of grace that is good news to those who receive it. In the first chapter of Galatians we see an example of the transforming power of grace in the life of Saul/Paul. Paul describes himself as an "apostle" - one commissioned and sent by another for a specific purpose. In this case, Paul sees himself as sent by God through Christ and not by any other person to deliver a message of grace that is good news to those who receive it. In the first chapter of Galatians we see an example of the transforming power of grace in the life of Saul/Paul. Paul describes himself as an "apostle" - one commissioned and sent by another for a specific purpose. In this case, Paul sees himself as se… Julian A. Davies 2402 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21374080/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_gracethattransforms/id/3274746.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21374080 Grace, Transformation, Saul, Paul, Galatians, Scripture: Galatians 1:1-1:24, Series: Galatians Part#1 Sun, 28 Apr 2019 19:09:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the first chapter of Galatians we see an example of the transforming power of grace in the life of Saul/Paul. Paul describes himself as an "apostle" - one commissioned and sent by another for a specific purpose. In this case, Paul sees himself as sent by God through Christ and not by any other person to deliver a message of grace that is good news to those who receive it. In the first chapter of Galatians we see an example of the transforming power of grace in the life of Saul/Paul. Paul describes himself as an "apostle" - one commissioned and sent by another for a specific purpose. In this case, Paul sees himself as sent by God through Christ and not by any other person to deliver a message of grace that is good news to those who receive it. In the first chapter of Galatians we see an example of the transforming power of grace in the life of Saul/Paul. Paul describes himself as an "apostle" - one commissioned and sent by another for a specific purpose. In this case, Paul sees himself as se… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21374080/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_gracethattransforms/id/379718 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21374080 Grace, Transformation, Saul, Paul, Galatians, Scripture: Galatians 1:1-1:24, Series: Galatians Part#1 Sun, 21 Apr 2019 19:09:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Easter Sunday we look to the discovery of the empty tomb as described in Mark's Gospel to see how this author understands dying, death and resurrection as leading to new life. On this Easter Sunday we look to the discovery of the empty tomb as described in Mark's Gospel to see how this author understands dying, death and resurrection as leading to new life. On this Easter Sunday we look to the discovery of the empty tomb as described in Mark's Gospel to see how this author understands dying, death and resurrection as leading to new life. … Julian A. Davies 1519 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21368743/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whowillrollawaythestoneforus/id/3269613.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21368743 Easter, resurrection, new life, Jesus, Scripture: Psalms 118:1-118:24, Mark 16:1-16:8 Sun, 21 Apr 2019 19:09:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Easter Sunday we look to the discovery of the empty tomb as described in Mark's Gospel to see how this author understands dying, death and resurrection as leading to new life. On this Easter Sunday we look to the discovery of the empty tomb as described in Mark's Gospel to see how this author understands dying, death and resurrection as leading to new life. On this Easter Sunday we look to the discovery of the empty tomb as described in Mark's Gospel to see how this author understands dying, death and resurrection as leading to new life. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21368743/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_whowillrollawaythestoneforus/id/379409 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21368743 Easter, resurrection, new life, Jesus, Scripture: Psalms 118:1-118:24, Mark 16:1-16:8 Sun, 14 Apr 2019 19:08:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we explore Mark's Palm Sunday account of the entry of Jesus into Jerusalem we see signs and symbols intended to proclaim to us exactly who it is that is entering the city: the King, the Messiah, the Savior, the Son of David. Indeed, the list goes on and on. As we explore Mark's Palm Sunday account of the entry of Jesus into Jerusalem we see signs and symbols intended to proclaim to us exactly who it is that is entering the city: the King, the Messiah, the Savior, the Son of David. Indeed, the list goes on and on. As we explore Mark's Palm Sunday account of the entry of Jesus into Jerusalem we see signs and symbols intended to proclaim to us exactly who it is that is entering the city: the King, the Messiah, the Savior, the Son of David. Indeed, the list goes on… Julian A. Davies 1576 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21364692/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_blessedistheonewhocomesinthena/id/3265734.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21364692 Jesus, Jerusalem, Signs, Kingship, Scripture: Psalms 118:1-118:29, Mark 1:1-11:11 Sun, 14 Apr 2019 19:08:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we explore Mark's Palm Sunday account of the entry of Jesus into Jerusalem we see signs and symbols intended to proclaim to us exactly who it is that is entering the city: the King, the Messiah, the Savior, the Son of David. Indeed, the list goes on and on. As we explore Mark's Palm Sunday account of the entry of Jesus into Jerusalem we see signs and symbols intended to proclaim to us exactly who it is that is entering the city: the King, the Messiah, the Savior, the Son of David. Indeed, the list goes on and on. As we explore Mark's Palm Sunday account of the entry of Jesus into Jerusalem we see signs and symbols intended to proclaim to us exactly who it is that is entering the city: the King, the Messiah, the Savior, the Son of David. Indeed, the list goes on… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21364692/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_blessedistheonewhocomesinthena/id/379076 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21364692 Jesus, Jerusalem, Signs, Kingship, Scripture: Psalms 118:1-118:29, Mark 1:1-11:11 Sun, 07 Apr 2019 19:33:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In John's Gospel we find an account of what might be considered the calm before the storm as Jesus pauses for dinner with friends on his journey to Jerusalem. We read of the anointing of Jesus in preparation for the Passover and for the death which is to be his destiny as the Son of Man who dies on behalf of his people as part of the dying-death-resurrection - new life model for salvation. In John's Gospel we find an account of what might be considered the calm before the storm as Jesus pauses for dinner with friends on his journey to Jerusalem. We read of the anointing of Jesus in preparation for the Passover and for the death which is to be his destiny as the Son of Man who dies on behalf of his people as part of the dying-death-resurrection - new life model for salvation. In John's Gospel we find an account of what might be considered the calm before the storm as Jesus pauses for dinner with friends on his journey to Jerusalem. We read of the anointing of Jesus in preparation for the Passover and for the death which is … Julian A. Davies 2066 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21360816/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_dinnerwithfriends/id/3262009.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21360816 Jesus, Lazarus, Mary, annointing, preparation, Scripture: John 12:1-12:8 Sun, 07 Apr 2019 19:33:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In John's Gospel we find an account of what might be considered the calm before the storm as Jesus pauses for dinner with friends on his journey to Jerusalem. We read of the anointing of Jesus in preparation for the Passover and for the death which is to be his destiny as the Son of Man who dies on behalf of his people as part of the dying-death-resurrection - new life model for salvation. In John's Gospel we find an account of what might be considered the calm before the storm as Jesus pauses for dinner with friends on his journey to Jerusalem. We read of the anointing of Jesus in preparation for the Passover and for the death which is to be his destiny as the Son of Man who dies on behalf of his people as part of the dying-death-resurrection - new life model for salvation. In John's Gospel we find an account of what might be considered the calm before the storm as Jesus pauses for dinner with friends on his journey to Jerusalem. We read of the anointing of Jesus in preparation for the Passover and for the death which is … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21360816/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_dinnerwithfriends/id/378765 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21360816 Jesus, Lazarus, Mary, annointing, preparation, Scripture: John 12:1-12:8 Sun, 31 Mar 2019 19:33:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In chapter 15 of luke's Gospel we find three parables dealing with a lost sheep, a lost coin and a lost son. As the lost are found, so the flock, the treasury, and the family are made whole in stories that echo the narrative of the Babylonian Exile and return to Judah. The stories of reconciliation show us that when one son is lost, the family itself is made incomplete and that for there to be wholeness for all, the one who strayed must be welcomed home. In chapter 15 of luke's Gospel we find three parables dealing with a lost sheep, a lost coin and a lost son. As the lost are found, so the flock, the treasury, and the family are made whole in stories that echo the narrative of the Babylonian Exile and return to Judah. The stories of reconciliation show us that when one son is lost, the family itself is made incomplete and that for there to be wholeness for all, the one who strayed must be welcomed home. In chapter 15 of luke's Gospel we find three parables dealing with a lost sheep, a lost coin and a lost son. As the lost are found, so the flock, the treasury, and the family are made whole in stories that echo the narrative of the Babylonian Exile and… Julian A. Davies 2061 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21356942/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_lostandfound/id/3258339.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21356942 Lost, Found, Prodigal Son, Exile, Return, Scripture: Luke 15:1-15:32 Sun, 31 Mar 2019 19:33:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In chapter 15 of luke's Gospel we find three parables dealing with a lost sheep, a lost coin and a lost son. As the lost are found, so the flock, the treasury, and the family are made whole in stories that echo the narrative of the Babylonian Exile and return to Judah. The stories of reconciliation show us that when one son is lost, the family itself is made incomplete and that for there to be wholeness for all, the one who strayed must be welcomed home. In chapter 15 of luke's Gospel we find three parables dealing with a lost sheep, a lost coin and a lost son. As the lost are found, so the flock, the treasury, and the family are made whole in stories that echo the narrative of the Babylonian Exile and return to Judah. The stories of reconciliation show us that when one son is lost, the family itself is made incomplete and that for there to be wholeness for all, the one who strayed must be welcomed home. In chapter 15 of luke's Gospel we find three parables dealing with a lost sheep, a lost coin and a lost son. As the lost are found, so the flock, the treasury, and the family are made whole in stories that echo the narrative of the Babylonian Exile and… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21356942/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_lostandfound/id/378441 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21356942 Lost, Found, Prodigal Son, Exile, Return, Scripture: Luke 15:1-15:32 Sun, 24 Mar 2019 19:52:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Through conversation and parable, Jesus explains that even though not all bad things are consequences of our own actions, our own bad actions can have serious consequences. And so we need to turn away from them and turn towards producing fruit as we rejoice in the LORD. Through conversation and parable, Jesus explains that even though not all bad things are consequences of our own actions, our own bad actions can have serious consequences. And so we need to turn away from them and turn towards producing fruit as we rejoice in the LORD. Through conversation and parable, Jesus explains that even though not all bad things are consequences of our own actions, our own bad actions can have serious consequences. And so we need to turn away from them and turn towards producing fruit as we re… Julian A. Davies 1744 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21352782/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whentocutyourlosses/id/3254396.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21352782 Freedom, Fruit, Figs, Scripture: Isaiah 55:1-55:9, Luke 13:1-13:9 Sun, 24 Mar 2019 19:52:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Through conversation and parable, Jesus explains that even though not all bad things are consequences of our own actions, our own bad actions can have serious consequences. And so we need to turn away from them and turn towards producing fruit as we rejoice in the LORD. Through conversation and parable, Jesus explains that even though not all bad things are consequences of our own actions, our own bad actions can have serious consequences. And so we need to turn away from them and turn towards producing fruit as we rejoice in the LORD. Through conversation and parable, Jesus explains that even though not all bad things are consequences of our own actions, our own bad actions can have serious consequences. And so we need to turn away from them and turn towards producing fruit as we re… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21352782/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_whentocutyourlosses/id/378085 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21352782 Freedom, Fruit, Figs, Scripture: Isaiah 55:1-55:9, Luke 13:1-13:9 Sun, 17 Mar 2019 19:37:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Second Sunday in Lent we look to the journey of Jesus towards Jerusalem through the lens of the Exodus and as a movement from slavery to freedom. On this Second Sunday in Lent we look to the journey of Jesus towards Jerusalem through the lens of the Exodus and as a movement from slavery to freedom. On this Second Sunday in Lent we look to the journey of Jesus towards Jerusalem through the lens of the Exodus and as a movement from slavery to freedom. … Julian A. Davies 1574 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21348728/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whomshallifear/id/3250509.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21348728 Lent, Jesus, Exodus, Freedom, Slavery, Scripture: Psalms 27:1-27:14, Luke 13:31-13:35 Sun, 17 Mar 2019 19:37:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Second Sunday in Lent we look to the journey of Jesus towards Jerusalem through the lens of the Exodus and as a movement from slavery to freedom. On this Second Sunday in Lent we look to the journey of Jesus towards Jerusalem through the lens of the Exodus and as a movement from slavery to freedom. On this Second Sunday in Lent we look to the journey of Jesus towards Jerusalem through the lens of the Exodus and as a movement from slavery to freedom. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21348728/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_whomshallifear/id/377758 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21348728 Lent, Jesus, Exodus, Freedom, Slavery, Scripture: Psalms 27:1-27:14, Luke 13:31-13:35 Sun, 10 Mar 2019 19:52:00 +0000 Julian Davies and Mainsa Diaman As we hear the words of Scripture that the same Lord is Lord of all, we look to see how that might be reflected in a global church like The United Methodist Church. In conversation with Pastor Mainsa Diaman of Jerusalem Parish, Solwezi, Zambia, we see how we can engage in ministry globally even when situated locally. As we hear the words of Scripture that the same Lord is Lord of all, we look to see how that might be reflected in a global church like The United Methodist Church. In conversation with Pastor Mainsa Diaman of Jerusalem Parish, Solwezi, Zambia, we see how we can engage in ministry globally even when situated locally. As we hear the words of Scripture that the same Lord is Lord of all, we look to see how that might be reflected in a global church like The United Methodist Church. In conversation with Pastor Mainsa Diaman of Jerusalem Parish, Solwezi, Zambia, we see … Julian Davies and Mainsa Diaman 2877 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21344463/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thesamelordislordofall/id/3246675.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21344463 Global Church, Zambia, Kafakumba, Africa, Scripture: Romans 10:8-10:13 Sun, 10 Mar 2019 19:52:00 +0000 Julian Davies and Mainsa Diaman As we hear the words of Scripture that the same Lord is Lord of all, we look to see how that might be reflected in a global church like The United Methodist Church. In conversation with Pastor Mainsa Diaman of Jerusalem Parish, Solwezi, Zambia, we see how we can engage in ministry globally even when situated locally. As we hear the words of Scripture that the same Lord is Lord of all, we look to see how that might be reflected in a global church like The United Methodist Church. In conversation with Pastor Mainsa Diaman of Jerusalem Parish, Solwezi, Zambia, we see how we can engage in ministry globally even when situated locally. As we hear the words of Scripture that the same Lord is Lord of all, we look to see how that might be reflected in a global church like The United Methodist Church. In conversation with Pastor Mainsa Diaman of Jerusalem Parish, Solwezi, Zambia, we see … Julian Davies and Mainsa Diaman https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21344463/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thesamelordislordofall/id/377458 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21344463 Global Church, Zambia, Kafakumba, Africa, Scripture: Romans 10:8-10:13 Sun, 03 Mar 2019 20:40:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the final lines of the Nicene Creed we find the "marks of the church" and the call for baptismal unity as the world to come reaches out to us from the future. In the final lines of the Nicene Creed we find the "marks of the church" and the call for baptismal unity as the world to come reaches out to us from the future. In the final lines of the Nicene Creed we find the "marks of the church" and the call for baptismal unity as the world to come reaches out to us from the future. … Julian A. Davies 1728 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21340048/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thenicenecreed5onechurchonebap/id/3242409.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21340048 Church, Baptism, World, Nicene Creed, Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4-6:9, Matthew 17:1-17:6 Sun, 03 Mar 2019 20:40:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the final lines of the Nicene Creed we find the "marks of the church" and the call for baptismal unity as the world to come reaches out to us from the future. In the final lines of the Nicene Creed we find the "marks of the church" and the call for baptismal unity as the world to come reaches out to us from the future. In the final lines of the Nicene Creed we find the "marks of the church" and the call for baptismal unity as the world to come reaches out to us from the future. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21340048/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thenicenecreed5onechurchonebap/id/377092 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21340048 Church, Baptism, World, Nicene Creed, Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4-6:9, Matthew 17:1-17:6 Sun, 24 Feb 2019 20:21:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies The Nicene Creed describes the Holy Spirit as "the giver of life", one who is active in the world, speaking through the prophets, and who is generated by the Father and the Son, sharing the name "Lord". We see how the Holy Spirit is active throughout the Biblical narrative, from start to finish, and continues to be active in the world today. The Nicene Creed describes the Holy Spirit as "the giver of life", one who is active in the world, speaking through the prophets, and who is generated by the Father and the Son, sharing the name "Lord". We see how the Holy Spirit is active throughout the Biblical narrative, from start to finish, and continues to be active in the world today. The Nicene Creed describes the Holy Spirit as "the giver of life", one who is active in the world, speaking through the prophets, and who is generated by the Father and the Son, sharing the name "Lord". We see how the Holy Spirit is active throughout t… Julian A. Davies 1763 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21335856/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thenicenecreed4thegiveroflife/id/3238423.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21335856 Holy Spirit, Nicene Creed, Trinity, Scripture: Psalms 51:10-51:12, John 6:63-6:64 Sun, 24 Feb 2019 20:21:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies The Nicene Creed describes the Holy Spirit as "the giver of life", one who is active in the world, speaking through the prophets, and who is generated by the Father and the Son, sharing the name "Lord". We see how the Holy Spirit is active throughout the Biblical narrative, from start to finish, and continues to be active in the world today. The Nicene Creed describes the Holy Spirit as "the giver of life", one who is active in the world, speaking through the prophets, and who is generated by the Father and the Son, sharing the name "Lord". We see how the Holy Spirit is active throughout the Biblical narrative, from start to finish, and continues to be active in the world today. The Nicene Creed describes the Holy Spirit as "the giver of life", one who is active in the world, speaking through the prophets, and who is generated by the Father and the Son, sharing the name "Lord". We see how the Holy Spirit is active throughout t… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21335856/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thenicenecreed4thegiveroflife/id/376742 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21335856 Holy Spirit, Nicene Creed, Trinity, Scripture: Psalms 51:10-51:12, John 6:63-6:64 Sun, 17 Feb 2019 20:18:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Through the words of the Nicene Creed we see how incarnation is central to understanding the person and work of Jesus as one both fully human and fully divine. Through the words of the Nicene Creed we see how incarnation is central to understanding the person and work of Jesus as one both fully human and fully divine. Through the words of the Nicene Creed we see how incarnation is central to understanding the person and work of Jesus as one both fully human and fully divine. … Julian A. Davies 1451 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21331226/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thenicenecreed3incarnation/id/3233976.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21331226 Incarnation, Nicene Creed, Jesus, Scripture: Isaiah 9:2-9:7, Philippians 2:5-2:11 Sun, 17 Feb 2019 20:18:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Through the words of the Nicene Creed we see how incarnation is central to understanding the person and work of Jesus as one both fully human and fully divine. Through the words of the Nicene Creed we see how incarnation is central to understanding the person and work of Jesus as one both fully human and fully divine. Through the words of the Nicene Creed we see how incarnation is central to understanding the person and work of Jesus as one both fully human and fully divine. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21331226/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thenicenecreed3incarnation/id/376367 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21331226 Incarnation, Nicene Creed, Jesus, Scripture: Isaiah 9:2-9:7, Philippians 2:5-2:11 Sun, 10 Feb 2019 20:55:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the second part of the Nicene Creed, Jesus is described as Lord, Christ, and Son of God. One who is begotten, not made; of the same essence as the Father. We look to understand what is being said and how these terms might help us in better perceiving the nature of God and the person of Jesus. In the second part of the Nicene Creed, Jesus is described as Lord, Christ, and Son of God. One who is begotten, not made; of the same essence as the Father. We look to understand what is being said and how these terms might help us in better perceiving the nature of God and the person of Jesus. In the second part of the Nicene Creed, Jesus is described as Lord, Christ, and Son of God. One who is begotten, not made; of the same essence as the Father. We look to understand what is being said and how these terms might help us in better perceiv… Julian A. Davies 2218 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21327240/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thenicenecreed2onelord/id/3230190.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21327240 Jesus, Lord, Christ, Son of God, Begotten, Essence, Scripture: Genesis 1:1-1:5, John 1:1-1:5 Sun, 10 Feb 2019 20:55:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the second part of the Nicene Creed, Jesus is described as Lord, Christ, and Son of God. One who is begotten, not made; of the same essence as the Father. We look to understand what is being said and how these terms might help us in better perceiving the nature of God and the person of Jesus. In the second part of the Nicene Creed, Jesus is described as Lord, Christ, and Son of God. One who is begotten, not made; of the same essence as the Father. We look to understand what is being said and how these terms might help us in better perceiving the nature of God and the person of Jesus. In the second part of the Nicene Creed, Jesus is described as Lord, Christ, and Son of God. One who is begotten, not made; of the same essence as the Father. We look to understand what is being said and how these terms might help us in better perceiv… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21327240/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thenicenecreed2onelord/id/376056 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21327240 Jesus, Lord, Christ, Son of God, Begotten, Essence, Scripture: Genesis 1:1-1:5, John 1:1-1:5 Mon, 28 Jan 2019 00:07:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies The ecumenical Nicene Creed serves to provide a framework for Christian faith that is intended to be transformative and not simply informative. Here we look at the question of belief itself and how belief in one God can dramatically change the ways in which we experience the world. The ecumenical Nicene Creed serves to provide a framework for Christian faith that is intended to be transformative and not simply informative. Here we look at the question of belief itself and how belief in one God can dramatically change the ways in which we experience the world. The ecumenical Nicene Creed serves to provide a framework for Christian faith that is intended to be transformative and not simply informative. Here we look at the question of belief itself and how belief in one God can dramatically change the ways in … Julian A. Davies 1937 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21319295/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thenicenecreed1onegod/id/3222604.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21319295 Creed, Nicene Creed, Belief, God, Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:1-6:9, Romans 3:28-3:30 Mon, 28 Jan 2019 00:07:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies The ecumenical Nicene Creed serves to provide a framework for Christian faith that is intended to be transformative and not simply informative. Here we look at the question of belief itself and how belief in one God can dramatically change the ways in which we experience the world. The ecumenical Nicene Creed serves to provide a framework for Christian faith that is intended to be transformative and not simply informative. Here we look at the question of belief itself and how belief in one God can dramatically change the ways in which we experience the world. The ecumenical Nicene Creed serves to provide a framework for Christian faith that is intended to be transformative and not simply informative. Here we look at the question of belief itself and how belief in one God can dramatically change the ways in … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21319295/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thenicenecreed1onegod/id/375283 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21319295 Creed, Nicene Creed, Belief, God, Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:1-6:9, Romans 3:28-3:30 Sun, 06 Jan 2019 20:09:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Maybe we'd like to see signs and wonders written into the fabric of the universe so God's presence would be obvious to us. But perhaps we are called to write God’s presence into the fabric of the universe so it will be obvious to others. This year, may your Epiphany be a realization that you are called on a journey to the Kingdom. And may you be the star that guides another. Maybe we'd like to see signs and wonders written into the fabric of the universe so God's presence would be obvious to us. But perhaps we are called to write God’s presence into the fabric of the universe so it will be obvious to others. This year, may your Epiphany be a realization that you are called on a journey to the Kingdom. And may you be the star that guides another. Maybe we'd like to see signs and wonders written into the fabric of the universe so God's presence would be obvious to us. But perhaps we are called to write God’s presence into the fabric of the universe so it will be obvious to others. This year, may… Julian A. Davies 1343 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21306213/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_lookingbeyondthemoment/id/3210058.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21306213 Epiphany, Magi, Matthew, Scripture: Isaiah 60:1-60:6, Matthew 2:1-2:12 Sun, 06 Jan 2019 20:09:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Maybe we'd like to see signs and wonders written into the fabric of the universe so God's presence would be obvious to us. But perhaps we are called to write God’s presence into the fabric of the universe so it will be obvious to others. This year, may your Epiphany be a realization that you are called on a journey to the Kingdom. And may you be the star that guides another. Maybe we'd like to see signs and wonders written into the fabric of the universe so God's presence would be obvious to us. But perhaps we are called to write God’s presence into the fabric of the universe so it will be obvious to others. This year, may your Epiphany be a realization that you are called on a journey to the Kingdom. And may you be the star that guides another. Maybe we'd like to see signs and wonders written into the fabric of the universe so God's presence would be obvious to us. But perhaps we are called to write God’s presence into the fabric of the universe so it will be obvious to others. This year, may… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21306213/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_lookingbeyondthemoment/id/374295 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21306213 Epiphany, Magi, Matthew, Scripture: Isaiah 60:1-60:6, Matthew 2:1-2:12 Sun, 30 Dec 2018 20:12:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As the new year draws near we look at the possibility of change in our own lives and as a community. Paul encourages us to "clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, meekness, and patience" and we see from the example of Jesus how we might move in the direction that he proposes. As the new year draws near we look at the possibility of change in our own lives and as a community. Paul encourages us to "clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, meekness, and patience" and we see from the example of Jesus how we might move in the direction that he proposes. As the new year draws near we look at the possibility of change in our own lives and as a community. Paul encourages us to "clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, meekness, and patience" and we see from the example of Jesus how we might… Julian A. Davies 1307 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21302541/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_anewyeariscoming/id/3206555.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21302541 Change, Stages, Compassion, Kindness, Humility, Meekness, Patience, Scripture: Psalms 148:1-148:14, Colossians 3:12-3:17 Sun, 30 Dec 2018 20:12:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As the new year draws near we look at the possibility of change in our own lives and as a community. Paul encourages us to "clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, meekness, and patience" and we see from the example of Jesus how we might move in the direction that he proposes. As the new year draws near we look at the possibility of change in our own lives and as a community. Paul encourages us to "clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, meekness, and patience" and we see from the example of Jesus how we might move in the direction that he proposes. As the new year draws near we look at the possibility of change in our own lives and as a community. Paul encourages us to "clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, meekness, and patience" and we see from the example of Jesus how we might… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21302541/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_anewyeariscoming/id/373954 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21302541 Change, Stages, Compassion, Kindness, Humility, Meekness, Patience, Scripture: Psalms 148:1-148:14, Colossians 3:12-3:17 Sun, 23 Dec 2018 20:29:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Fourth Sunday of Advent we light the Candle of Love in our Advent wreath and see how love, as an act of the will, provides us with the agency to to move along a pathway characterized by joy towards the goal of shalom, all of which we capture in the word "hope." Tomorrow we add the Christ Candle and see the journey come to fruition in the person of Jesus. On this Fourth Sunday of Advent we light the Candle of Love in our Advent wreath and see how love, as an act of the will, provides us with the agency to to move along a pathway characterized by joy towards the goal of shalom, all of which we capture in the word "hope." Tomorrow we add the Christ Candle and see the journey come to fruition in the person of Jesus. On this Fourth Sunday of Advent we light the Candle of Love in our Advent wreath and see how love, as an act of the will, provides us with the agency to to move along a pathway characterized by joy towards the goal of shalom, all of which we capture in… Julian A. Davies 1662 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21298989/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_twodaysandcountinguntilchristm/id/3203204.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21298989 Hope, peace, Joy, Love, Advent, Scripture: Micah 5:2-5:4, Luke 1:39-1:45 Sun, 23 Dec 2018 20:29:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Fourth Sunday of Advent we light the Candle of Love in our Advent wreath and see how love, as an act of the will, provides us with the agency to to move along a pathway characterized by joy towards the goal of shalom, all of which we capture in the word "hope." Tomorrow we add the Christ Candle and see the journey come to fruition in the person of Jesus. On this Fourth Sunday of Advent we light the Candle of Love in our Advent wreath and see how love, as an act of the will, provides us with the agency to to move along a pathway characterized by joy towards the goal of shalom, all of which we capture in the word "hope." Tomorrow we add the Christ Candle and see the journey come to fruition in the person of Jesus. On this Fourth Sunday of Advent we light the Candle of Love in our Advent wreath and see how love, as an act of the will, provides us with the agency to to move along a pathway characterized by joy towards the goal of shalom, all of which we capture in… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21298989/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_twodaysandcountinguntilchristm/id/373704 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21298989 Hope, peace, Joy, Love, Advent, Scripture: Micah 5:2-5:4, Luke 1:39-1:45 Sun, 16 Dec 2018 20:59:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Third Sunday of Advent - Gaudete Sunday - we light the candle of joy in our Advent wreath and ponder the words of the Apostle Paul, "Be joyful in hope ..." On this Third Sunday of Advent - Gaudete Sunday - we light the candle of joy in our Advent wreath and ponder the words of the Apostle Paul, "Be joyful in hope ..." On this Third Sunday of Advent - Gaudete Sunday - we light the candle of joy in our Advent wreath and ponder the words of the Apostle Paul, "Be joyful in hope ..." … Julian A. Davies 1640 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21295445/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_ninedaysandcountinguntilchrist/id/3199785.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21295445 Joy,Gaudete Sunday, Blessing, Scripture: Isaiah 12:2-12:6, Luke 3:7-3:18 Sun, 16 Dec 2018 20:59:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Third Sunday of Advent - Gaudete Sunday - we light the candle of joy in our Advent wreath and ponder the words of the Apostle Paul, "Be joyful in hope ..." On this Third Sunday of Advent - Gaudete Sunday - we light the candle of joy in our Advent wreath and ponder the words of the Apostle Paul, "Be joyful in hope ..." On this Third Sunday of Advent - Gaudete Sunday - we light the candle of joy in our Advent wreath and ponder the words of the Apostle Paul, "Be joyful in hope ..." … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21295445/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_ninedaysandcountinguntilchrist/id/373421 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21295445 Joy,Gaudete Sunday, Blessing, Scripture: Isaiah 12:2-12:6, Luke 3:7-3:18 Sun, 09 Dec 2018 21:03:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we light the candle of peace in our Advent wreath, we look at the concept of shalom as a future-oriented goal that guides our life in the present. The idea of shalom as peace, including much more than the absence of conflict, leads us to the vision of Jesus for the world that he described as "the Kingdom." As we light the candle of peace in our Advent wreath, we look at the concept of shalom as a future-oriented goal that guides our life in the present. The idea of shalom as peace, including much more than the absence of conflict, leads us to the vision of Jesus for the world that he described as "the Kingdom." As we light the candle of peace in our Advent wreath, we look at the concept of shalom as a future-oriented goal that guides our life in the present. The idea of shalom as peace, including much more than the absence of conflict, leads us to the vision … Julian A. Davies 1577 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21291535/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_sixteendaysandcountinguntilchr/id/3196221.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21291535 Peace, shalom, Kingdom of God, telos, Scripture: Malachi 3:1-3:4, Luke 3:1-3:6 Sun, 09 Dec 2018 21:03:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we light the candle of peace in our Advent wreath, we look at the concept of shalom as a future-oriented goal that guides our life in the present. The idea of shalom as peace, including much more than the absence of conflict, leads us to the vision of Jesus for the world that he described as "the Kingdom." As we light the candle of peace in our Advent wreath, we look at the concept of shalom as a future-oriented goal that guides our life in the present. The idea of shalom as peace, including much more than the absence of conflict, leads us to the vision of Jesus for the world that he described as "the Kingdom." As we light the candle of peace in our Advent wreath, we look at the concept of shalom as a future-oriented goal that guides our life in the present. The idea of shalom as peace, including much more than the absence of conflict, leads us to the vision … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21291535/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_sixteendaysandcountinguntilchr/id/373129 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21291535 Peace, shalom, Kingdom of God, telos, Scripture: Malachi 3:1-3:4, Luke 3:1-3:6 Sun, 02 Dec 2018 20:29:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this First Sunday of Advent we see that we have only 23 days until Christmas! And on this day we light the candle of hope in our Advent Wreath and consider the difference between hope and wishful thinking. Can we realistically have hope for the future, collectively and individually? The answer to that question is seen to be "yes" as we consider the three components of hope: Goal, agency, and pathway. On this First Sunday of Advent we see that we have only 23 days until Christmas! And on this day we light the candle of hope in our Advent Wreath and consider the difference between hope and wishful thinking. Can we realistically have hope for the future, collectively and individually? The answer to that question is seen to be "yes" as we consider the three components of hope: Goal, agency, and pathway. On this First Sunday of Advent we see that we have only 23 days until Christmas! And on this day we light the candle of hope in our Advent Wreath and consider the difference between hope and wishful thinking. Can we realistically have hope for the fut… Julian A. Davies 1625 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21287657/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_twentythreedaysandcountingunti/id/3192318.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21287657 Advent, Christmas, Hope, Scripture: Jeremiah 33:14-33:16, Luke 21:29-21:33 Sun, 02 Dec 2018 20:29:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this First Sunday of Advent we see that we have only 23 days until Christmas! And on this day we light the candle of hope in our Advent Wreath and consider the difference between hope and wishful thinking. Can we realistically have hope for the future, collectively and individually? The answer to that question is seen to be "yes" as we consider the three components of hope: Goal, agency, and pathway. On this First Sunday of Advent we see that we have only 23 days until Christmas! And on this day we light the candle of hope in our Advent Wreath and consider the difference between hope and wishful thinking. Can we realistically have hope for the future, collectively and individually? The answer to that question is seen to be "yes" as we consider the three components of hope: Goal, agency, and pathway. On this First Sunday of Advent we see that we have only 23 days until Christmas! And on this day we light the candle of hope in our Advent Wreath and consider the difference between hope and wishful thinking. Can we realistically have hope for the fut… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21287657/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_twentythreedaysandcountingunti/id/372795 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21287657 Advent, Christmas, Hope, Scripture: Jeremiah 33:14-33:16, Luke 21:29-21:33 Sun, 25 Nov 2018 20:46:00 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies On this last Sunday of the church liturgical year we celebrate Christ the King Sunday and look to see how this day entered the church calendar and how it remains crucial today to proclaim that Christ is King. On this last Sunday of the church liturgical year we celebrate Christ the King Sunday and look to see how this day entered the church calendar and how it remains crucial today to proclaim that Christ is King. On this last Sunday of the church liturgical year we celebrate Christ the King Sunday and look to see how this day entered the church calendar and how it remains crucial today to proclaim that Christ is King.… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 2076 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21283415/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whywedowhatwedo7proclaimingesu/id/3188275.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21283415 Christ the King, Jesus Christ is Lord, Scripture: Matthew 25:31-25:46 Sun, 25 Nov 2018 20:46:00 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies On this last Sunday of the church liturgical year we celebrate Christ the King Sunday and look to see how this day entered the church calendar and how it remains crucial today to proclaim that Christ is King. On this last Sunday of the church liturgical year we celebrate Christ the King Sunday and look to see how this day entered the church calendar and how it remains crucial today to proclaim that Christ is King. On this last Sunday of the church liturgical year we celebrate Christ the King Sunday and look to see how this day entered the church calendar and how it remains crucial today to proclaim that Christ is King.… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21283415/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_whywedowhatwedo7proclaimingesu/id/372500 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21283415 Christ the King, Jesus Christ is Lord, Scripture: Matthew 25:31-25:46 Sun, 18 Nov 2018 16:04:00 +0000 Robert H. Ball How do prayer, fasting and charity fit into the life of a church? Why do we do these things and how do they manifest themselves in our lives today? How do prayer, fasting and charity fit into the life of a church? Why do we do these things and how do they manifest themselves in our lives today? How do prayer, fasting and charity fit into the life of a church? Why do we do these things and how do they manifest themselves in our lives today? … Robert H. Ball 1657 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21281530/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whywedowhatwedo6prayerfastinga/id/3186539.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21281530 Prayer, Fasting, Charity, Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-5:28 Sun, 04 Nov 2018 20:45:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we consider "Why we do what we do" in church life, today we turn our attention to Scripture and preaching. What do we mean when we describe a text as "Scripture" and what is the preacher attempting to do when a sermon is being delivered? Both questions relate to the nature of "the Word of God" and how a text can be a vehicle for revealing the "Good News" or "Gospel", which is, as Jesus describes it, "of the Kingdom of God." As we consider "Why we do what we do" in church life, today we turn our attention to Scripture and preaching. What do we mean when we describe a text as "Scripture" and what is the preacher attempting to do when a sermon is being delivered? Both questions relate to the nature of "the Word of God" and how a text can be a vehicle for revealing the "Good News" or "Gospel", which is, as Jesus describes it, "of the Kingdom of God." As we consider "Why we do what we do" in church life, today we turn our attention to Scripture and preaching. What do we mean when we describe a text as "Scripture" and what is the preacher attempting to do when a sermon is being delivered? Both quest… Julian A. Davies 2234 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21272887/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whywedowhatwedo4scriptureandpr/id/3178397.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21272887 Scripture, preaching, Good News, Word of God, Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-61:3, Luke 4:42-4:44 Sun, 04 Nov 2018 20:45:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we consider "Why we do what we do" in church life, today we turn our attention to Scripture and preaching. What do we mean when we describe a text as "Scripture" and what is the preacher attempting to do when a sermon is being delivered? Both questions relate to the nature of "the Word of God" and how a text can be a vehicle for revealing the "Good News" or "Gospel", which is, as Jesus describes it, "of the Kingdom of God." As we consider "Why we do what we do" in church life, today we turn our attention to Scripture and preaching. What do we mean when we describe a text as "Scripture" and what is the preacher attempting to do when a sermon is being delivered? Both questions relate to the nature of "the Word of God" and how a text can be a vehicle for revealing the "Good News" or "Gospel", which is, as Jesus describes it, "of the Kingdom of God." As we consider "Why we do what we do" in church life, today we turn our attention to Scripture and preaching. What do we mean when we describe a text as "Scripture" and what is the preacher attempting to do when a sermon is being delivered? Both quest… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21272887/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_whywedowhatwedo4scriptureandpr/id/371734 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21272887 Scripture, preaching, Good News, Word of God, Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-61:3, Luke 4:42-4:44 Sun, 28 Oct 2018 20:03:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies What is it that we do in worship and why do we do it? We explore the fourfold structure of worship, the Biblical model found in the Emmaus Road narrative, and the purpose behind what we do, especially in light of events around the country over the last week. What is it that we do in worship and why do we do it? We explore the fourfold structure of worship, the Biblical model found in the Emmaus Road narrative, and the purpose behind what we do, especially in light of events around the country over the last week. What is it that we do in worship and why do we do it? We explore the fourfold structure of worship, the Biblical model found in the Emmaus Road narrative, and the purpose behind what we do, especially in light of events around the country over the last… Julian A. Davies 1545 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21266459/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whywedowhatwedo3worship/id/3172394.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21266459 Worship, Scripture: Judges 2:7-2:12, Luke 4:1-4:8 Sun, 28 Oct 2018 20:03:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies What is it that we do in worship and why do we do it? We explore the fourfold structure of worship, the Biblical model found in the Emmaus Road narrative, and the purpose behind what we do, especially in light of events around the country over the last week. What is it that we do in worship and why do we do it? We explore the fourfold structure of worship, the Biblical model found in the Emmaus Road narrative, and the purpose behind what we do, especially in light of events around the country over the last week. What is it that we do in worship and why do we do it? We explore the fourfold structure of worship, the Biblical model found in the Emmaus Road narrative, and the purpose behind what we do, especially in light of events around the country over the last… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21266459/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_whywedowhatwedo3worship/id/371187 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21266459 Worship, Scripture: Judges 2:7-2:12, Luke 4:1-4:8 Sun, 21 Oct 2018 23:38:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies The sacrament of Holy Communion - a holy mystery - is celebrated every week at The University Church where we hold both Word and Table as central to what we do in worship. Why is that? Explore with us as we look at the Wesleyan conception of Eucharist and the centrality of that sacrament in church life. The sacrament of Holy Communion - a holy mystery - is celebrated every week at The University Church where we hold both Word and Table as central to what we do in worship. Why is that? Explore with us as we look at the Wesleyan conception of Eucharist and the centrality of that sacrament in church life. The sacrament of Holy Communion - a holy mystery - is celebrated every week at The University Church where we hold both Word and Table as central to what we do in worship. Why is that? Explore with us as we look at the Wesleyan conception of Eucharist… Julian A. Davies 2349 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21262461/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whywedowhatwedo2holycommunion/id/3168699.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21262461 Communion, Eucharist, Lord's Supper, Sacrament, Scripture: Luke 24:30-24:35 Sun, 21 Oct 2018 23:38:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies The sacrament of Holy Communion - a holy mystery - is celebrated every week at The University Church where we hold both Word and Table as central to what we do in worship. Why is that? Explore with us as we look at the Wesleyan conception of Eucharist and the centrality of that sacrament in church life. The sacrament of Holy Communion - a holy mystery - is celebrated every week at The University Church where we hold both Word and Table as central to what we do in worship. Why is that? Explore with us as we look at the Wesleyan conception of Eucharist and the centrality of that sacrament in church life. The sacrament of Holy Communion - a holy mystery - is celebrated every week at The University Church where we hold both Word and Table as central to what we do in worship. Why is that? Explore with us as we look at the Wesleyan conception of Eucharist… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21262461/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_whywedowhatwedo2holycommunion/id/370888 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21262461 Communion, Eucharist, Lord's Supper, Sacrament, Scripture: Luke 24:30-24:35 Sun, 14 Oct 2018 19:56:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we think about the questions of why we do what we do in church, we first consider Holy Baptism as (according to John Wesley), "a proper sacrament, a sign, seal, pledge, and means of grace." What is baptism and what does it mean, given that, according to the United Methodist Church, "the sacraments do not convey grace either magically or irrevocably, but they are powerful channels through which God has chosen to make grace available to us"? As we think about the questions of why we do what we do in church, we first consider Holy Baptism as (according to John Wesley), "a proper sacrament, a sign, seal, pledge, and means of grace." What is baptism and what does it mean, given that, according to the United Methodist Church, "the sacraments do not convey grace either magically or irrevocably, but they are powerful channels through which God has chosen to make grace available to us"? As we think about the questions of why we do what we do in church, we first consider Holy Baptism as (according to John Wesley), "a proper sacrament, a sign, seal, pledge, and means of grace." What is baptism and what does it mean, given that, accordin… Julian A. Davies 1644 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21258106/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whywedowhatwedo1baptism/id/3164599.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21258106 Baptism, New creation, Scripture: Ezekiel 16:8-16:12, Acts 10:44-10:48 Sun, 14 Oct 2018 19:56:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we think about the questions of why we do what we do in church, we first consider Holy Baptism as (according to John Wesley), "a proper sacrament, a sign, seal, pledge, and means of grace." What is baptism and what does it mean, given that, according to the United Methodist Church, "the sacraments do not convey grace either magically or irrevocably, but they are powerful channels through which God has chosen to make grace available to us"? As we think about the questions of why we do what we do in church, we first consider Holy Baptism as (according to John Wesley), "a proper sacrament, a sign, seal, pledge, and means of grace." What is baptism and what does it mean, given that, according to the United Methodist Church, "the sacraments do not convey grace either magically or irrevocably, but they are powerful channels through which God has chosen to make grace available to us"? As we think about the questions of why we do what we do in church, we first consider Holy Baptism as (according to John Wesley), "a proper sacrament, a sign, seal, pledge, and means of grace." What is baptism and what does it mean, given that, accordin… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21258106/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_whywedowhatwedo1baptism/id/370513 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21258106 Baptism, New creation, Scripture: Ezekiel 16:8-16:12, Acts 10:44-10:48 Sun, 07 Oct 2018 19:33:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Derived from a Swedish poem, the hymn "How Great Thou Art" was popularized in the US through the Billy Graham Crusades and by recording artists, including Elvis! The hymn describes the grandeur of creation and the human experience of it as inspiring awe and wonder before moving to describe one view of atonement and its consequences. The hymn is perhaps the most widely distributed hymn in the English language and is among the most popular among church goers. Derived from a Swedish poem, the hymn "How Great Thou Art" was popularized in the US through the Billy Graham Crusades and by recording artists, including Elvis! The hymn describes the grandeur of creation and the human experience of it as inspiring awe and wonder before moving to describe one view of atonement and its consequences. The hymn is perhaps the most widely distributed hymn in the English language and is among the most popular among church goers. Derived from a Swedish poem, the hymn "How Great Thou Art" was popularized in the US through the Billy Graham Crusades and by recording artists, including Elvis! The hymn describes the grandeur of creation and the human experience of it as inspiring a… Julian A. Davies 2165 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21254025/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thehymnswesing7howgreatthouart/id/3160689.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21254025 Hymns, Crusades, God, Scripture: Psalms 104:1-104:5, Revelation 21:1-21:6 Sun, 07 Oct 2018 19:33:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Derived from a Swedish poem, the hymn "How Great Thou Art" was popularized in the US through the Billy Graham Crusades and by recording artists, including Elvis! The hymn describes the grandeur of creation and the human experience of it as inspiring awe and wonder before moving to describe one view of atonement and its consequences. The hymn is perhaps the most widely distributed hymn in the English language and is among the most popular among church goers. Derived from a Swedish poem, the hymn "How Great Thou Art" was popularized in the US through the Billy Graham Crusades and by recording artists, including Elvis! The hymn describes the grandeur of creation and the human experience of it as inspiring awe and wonder before moving to describe one view of atonement and its consequences. The hymn is perhaps the most widely distributed hymn in the English language and is among the most popular among church goers. Derived from a Swedish poem, the hymn "How Great Thou Art" was popularized in the US through the Billy Graham Crusades and by recording artists, including Elvis! The hymn describes the grandeur of creation and the human experience of it as inspiring a… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21254025/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thehymnswesing7howgreatthouart/id/370155 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21254025 Hymns, Crusades, God, Scripture: Psalms 104:1-104:5, Revelation 21:1-21:6 Sun, 30 Sep 2018 19:28:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the Charles Wesley hymn, "And Can It Be That I Should Gain," make popular again in 2003 as the contemporary song, "Amazing Love," Charles describes his personal account of justification and regeneration. He shows how God's action in his life leads to a human response as, "My chains fell off, my heart was free, I rose, went forth, and followed thee." In the Charles Wesley hymn, "And Can It Be That I Should Gain," make popular again in 2003 as the contemporary song, "Amazing Love," Charles describes his personal account of justification and regeneration. He shows how God's action in his life leads to a human response as, "My chains fell off, my heart was free, I rose, went forth, and followed thee." In the Charles Wesley hymn, "And Can It Be That I Should Gain," make popular again in 2003 as the contemporary song, "Amazing Love," Charles describes his personal account of justification and regeneration. He shows how God's action in his life leads t… Julian A. Davies 2343 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21249801/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thehymnswesing6andcanitbethati/id/3156696.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21249801 Charles Wesley, Evangelical conversion, Divine action, human response, Scripture: Jeremiah 31:31-31:34, Romans 8:1-8:4 Sun, 30 Sep 2018 19:28:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the Charles Wesley hymn, "And Can It Be That I Should Gain," make popular again in 2003 as the contemporary song, "Amazing Love," Charles describes his personal account of justification and regeneration. He shows how God's action in his life leads to a human response as, "My chains fell off, my heart was free, I rose, went forth, and followed thee." In the Charles Wesley hymn, "And Can It Be That I Should Gain," make popular again in 2003 as the contemporary song, "Amazing Love," Charles describes his personal account of justification and regeneration. He shows how God's action in his life leads to a human response as, "My chains fell off, my heart was free, I rose, went forth, and followed thee." In the Charles Wesley hymn, "And Can It Be That I Should Gain," make popular again in 2003 as the contemporary song, "Amazing Love," Charles describes his personal account of justification and regeneration. He shows how God's action in his life leads t… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21249801/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thehymnswesing6andcanitbethati/id/369807 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21249801 Charles Wesley, Evangelical conversion, Divine action, human response, Scripture: Jeremiah 31:31-31:34, Romans 8:1-8:4 Sun, 23 Sep 2018 19:11:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Through a story that dates back to St. Patrick in 344 AD, we trace the history of the hymn, "Be Thou My Vision" and see how the themes of Celtic Christianity are reflected in it. Through a story that dates back to St. Patrick in 344 AD, we trace the history of the hymn, "Be Thou My Vision" and see how the themes of Celtic Christianity are reflected in it. Through a story that dates back to St. Patrick in 344 AD, we trace the history of the hymn, "Be Thou My Vision" and see how the themes of Celtic Christianity are reflected in it. … Julian A. Davies 1732 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21245623/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thehymnswesing5bethoumyvision/id/3152827.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21245623 St. Patrick, Celtic Christianity, Scripture: Numbers 12:4-12:6, Acts 2:17-2:21 Sun, 23 Sep 2018 19:11:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Through a story that dates back to St. Patrick in 344 AD, we trace the history of the hymn, "Be Thou My Vision" and see how the themes of Celtic Christianity are reflected in it. Through a story that dates back to St. Patrick in 344 AD, we trace the history of the hymn, "Be Thou My Vision" and see how the themes of Celtic Christianity are reflected in it. Through a story that dates back to St. Patrick in 344 AD, we trace the history of the hymn, "Be Thou My Vision" and see how the themes of Celtic Christianity are reflected in it. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21245623/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thehymnswesing5bethoumyvision/id/369500 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21245623 St. Patrick, Celtic Christianity, Scripture: Numbers 12:4-12:6, Acts 2:17-2:21 Sun, 16 Sep 2018 19:56:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In this hymn, with words by Charles Wesley, the understanding of sanctification as a "second rest" that "takes away our bent to sinning" (or "takes away our power of sinning") is elaborated upon as a key aspect of the Wesleyan Via Salutis (Way of Salvation) that leads to being perfected in love by the grace of God (Christian Perfection). In this hymn, with words by Charles Wesley, the understanding of sanctification as a "second rest" that "takes away our bent to sinning" (or "takes away our power of sinning") is elaborated upon as a key aspect of the Wesleyan Via Salutis (Way of Salvation) that leads to being perfected in love by the grace of God (Christian Perfection). In this hymn, with words by Charles Wesley, the understanding of sanctification as a "second rest" that "takes away our bent to sinning" (or "takes away our power of sinning") is elaborated upon as a key aspect of the Wesleyan Via Salutis (Way of Salva… Julian A. Davies 1964 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21241212/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thehymnswesing4lovedivinealllo/id/3149006.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21241212 Charles Wesley, Via Salutis, Sanctification, Scripture: Psalms 100:1-100:5, 1 Corinthians 13:1-13:13 Sun, 16 Sep 2018 19:56:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In this hymn, with words by Charles Wesley, the understanding of sanctification as a "second rest" that "takes away our bent to sinning" (or "takes away our power of sinning") is elaborated upon as a key aspect of the Wesleyan Via Salutis (Way of Salvation) that leads to being perfected in love by the grace of God (Christian Perfection). In this hymn, with words by Charles Wesley, the understanding of sanctification as a "second rest" that "takes away our bent to sinning" (or "takes away our power of sinning") is elaborated upon as a key aspect of the Wesleyan Via Salutis (Way of Salvation) that leads to being perfected in love by the grace of God (Christian Perfection). In this hymn, with words by Charles Wesley, the understanding of sanctification as a "second rest" that "takes away our bent to sinning" (or "takes away our power of sinning") is elaborated upon as a key aspect of the Wesleyan Via Salutis (Way of Salva… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21241212/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thehymnswesing4lovedivinealllo/id/369127 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21241212 Charles Wesley, Via Salutis, Sanctification, Scripture: Psalms 100:1-100:5, 1 Corinthians 13:1-13:13 Sun, 09 Sep 2018 19:45:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies The hymn, "All Creatures of our God and King", is a paraphrase of "The Canticle of the Sun" written by St. Francis towards the end of his life. In it, St. Francis considers the otherness of God and the response of creation to Creator, which is one of praise and humility. St. Francis sees all of creation as a gift from the Creator and he points towards the great gift of embodied grace in the person of Christ Jesus. The hymn, "All Creatures of our God and King", is a paraphrase of "The Canticle of the Sun" written by St. Francis towards the end of his life. In it, St. Francis considers the otherness of God and the response of creation to Creator, which is one of praise and humility. St. Francis sees all of creation as a gift from the Creator and he points towards the great gift of embodied grace in the person of Christ Jesus. The hymn, "All Creatures of our God and King", is a paraphrase of "The Canticle of the Sun" written by St. Francis towards the end of his life. In it, St. Francis considers the otherness of God and the response of creation to Creator, which is one of p… Julian A. Davies 1955 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21236949/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thehymnswesing3allcreaturesofo/id/3145009.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21236949 St. Francis, Canticle of the Sun, Creation, Creator, God, Scripture: Psalms 145:1-145:21, Ephesians 5:18-5:20, Psalms 148:1-148:14 Sun, 09 Sep 2018 19:45:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies The hymn, "All Creatures of our God and King", is a paraphrase of "The Canticle of the Sun" written by St. Francis towards the end of his life. In it, St. Francis considers the otherness of God and the response of creation to Creator, which is one of praise and humility. St. Francis sees all of creation as a gift from the Creator and he points towards the great gift of embodied grace in the person of Christ Jesus. The hymn, "All Creatures of our God and King", is a paraphrase of "The Canticle of the Sun" written by St. Francis towards the end of his life. In it, St. Francis considers the otherness of God and the response of creation to Creator, which is one of praise and humility. St. Francis sees all of creation as a gift from the Creator and he points towards the great gift of embodied grace in the person of Christ Jesus. The hymn, "All Creatures of our God and King", is a paraphrase of "The Canticle of the Sun" written by St. Francis towards the end of his life. In it, St. Francis considers the otherness of God and the response of creation to Creator, which is one of p… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21236949/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thehymnswesing3allcreaturesofo/id/368777 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21236949 St. Francis, Canticle of the Sun, Creation, Creator, God, Scripture: Psalms 145:1-145:21, Ephesians 5:18-5:20, Psalms 148:1-148:14 Sun, 02 Sep 2018 19:44:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies The words to the hymn that we now know as "O For A Thousand Tongues To Sing" were written by Charles Wesley to commemorate the one-year anniversary of his evangelical conversion experience in May, 1738. His words lay out a personal account of the Wesleyan Via Salutis (Way of Salvation) in which the grace of God is central. The words to the hymn that we now know as "O For A Thousand Tongues To Sing" were written by Charles Wesley to commemorate the one-year anniversary of his evangelical conversion experience in May, 1738. His words lay out a personal account of the Wesleyan Via Salutis (Way of Salvation) in which the grace of God is central. The words to the hymn that we now know as "O For A Thousand Tongues To Sing" were written by Charles Wesley to commemorate the one-year anniversary of his evangelical conversion experience in May, 1738. His words lay out a personal account of the Wesle… Julian A. Davies 2255 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21232412/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thehymnswesing2oforathousandto/id/3140919.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21232412 Grace, Charles Wesley, John Wesley, Via Salutis, Conversion, Scripture: Luke 19:37-19:48 Sun, 02 Sep 2018 19:44:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies The words to the hymn that we now know as "O For A Thousand Tongues To Sing" were written by Charles Wesley to commemorate the one-year anniversary of his evangelical conversion experience in May, 1738. His words lay out a personal account of the Wesleyan Via Salutis (Way of Salvation) in which the grace of God is central. The words to the hymn that we now know as "O For A Thousand Tongues To Sing" were written by Charles Wesley to commemorate the one-year anniversary of his evangelical conversion experience in May, 1738. His words lay out a personal account of the Wesleyan Via Salutis (Way of Salvation) in which the grace of God is central. The words to the hymn that we now know as "O For A Thousand Tongues To Sing" were written by Charles Wesley to commemorate the one-year anniversary of his evangelical conversion experience in May, 1738. His words lay out a personal account of the Wesle… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21232412/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thehymnswesing2oforathousandto/id/368466 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21232412 Grace, Charles Wesley, John Wesley, Via Salutis, Conversion, Scripture: Luke 19:37-19:48 Sun, 26 Aug 2018 22:08:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies The words of the hymn, Amazing Grace, chart an understanding of grace as both the unmerited love and favor of God, and as the work of the Holy Spirit that enables a person to grow towards the Imago Dei. The amazing nature of grace is revealed as it transforms' John Newton's life. The words of the hymn, Amazing Grace, chart an understanding of grace as both the unmerited love and favor of God, and as the work of the Holy Spirit that enables a person to grow towards the Imago Dei. The amazing nature of grace is revealed as it transforms' John Newton's life. The words of the hymn, Amazing Grace, chart an understanding of grace as both the unmerited love and favor of God, and as the work of the Holy Spirit that enables a person to grow towards the Imago Dei. The amazing nature of grace is revealed as it tra… Julian A. Davies 1945 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21228495/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thehymnswesing1amazinggrace/id/3137146.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21228495 Grace, slavery, slave trade, hymnody, Scripture: 1 Chronicles 17:16-17:17, John 1:14-1:17 Sun, 26 Aug 2018 22:08:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies The words of the hymn, Amazing Grace, chart an understanding of grace as both the unmerited love and favor of God, and as the work of the Holy Spirit that enables a person to grow towards the Imago Dei. The amazing nature of grace is revealed as it transforms' John Newton's life. The words of the hymn, Amazing Grace, chart an understanding of grace as both the unmerited love and favor of God, and as the work of the Holy Spirit that enables a person to grow towards the Imago Dei. The amazing nature of grace is revealed as it transforms' John Newton's life. The words of the hymn, Amazing Grace, chart an understanding of grace as both the unmerited love and favor of God, and as the work of the Holy Spirit that enables a person to grow towards the Imago Dei. The amazing nature of grace is revealed as it tra… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21228495/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thehymnswesing1amazinggrace/id/368138 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21228495 Grace, slavery, slave trade, hymnody, Scripture: 1 Chronicles 17:16-17:17, John 1:14-1:17 Sun, 19 Aug 2018 19:38:00 +0000 Heather Gillen As we approach the time of year when children (and grown ups) are starting school, we take time to bless them and wish them well, encouraging them to be aware of God's grace on every day and in every interaction. As we approach the time of year when children (and grown ups) are starting school, we take time to bless them and wish them well, encouraging them to be aware of God's grace on every day and in every interaction. As we approach the time of year when children (and grown ups) are starting school, we take time to bless them and wish them well, encouraging them to be aware of God's grace on every day and in every interaction. … Heather Gillen 1297 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21224191/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_blessingofthebackpacks/id/3133081.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21224191 Backpacks, blessing, children, school, Scripture: Matthew 19:13-19:14 Sun, 19 Aug 2018 19:38:00 +0000 Heather Gillen As we approach the time of year when children (and grown ups) are starting school, we take time to bless them and wish them well, encouraging them to be aware of God's grace on every day and in every interaction. As we approach the time of year when children (and grown ups) are starting school, we take time to bless them and wish them well, encouraging them to be aware of God's grace on every day and in every interaction. As we approach the time of year when children (and grown ups) are starting school, we take time to bless them and wish them well, encouraging them to be aware of God's grace on every day and in every interaction. … Heather Gillen https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21224191/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_blessingofthebackpacks/id/367810 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21224191 Backpacks, blessing, children, school, Scripture: Matthew 19:13-19:14 Sun, 12 Aug 2018 19:41:00 +0000 Sarah Moon In this service of "Blessing of the Animals" we look to see how grace is not a one-way street, from humans to animals, but is rather a reciprocal relationship in which humans are as much recipients as givers. In this service of "Blessing of the Animals" we look to see how grace is not a one-way street, from humans to animals, but is rather a reciprocal relationship in which humans are as much recipients as givers. In this service of "Blessing of the Animals" we look to see how grace is not a one-way street, from humans to animals, but is rather a reciprocal relationship in which humans are as much recipients as givers. … Sarah Moon 1198 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21220060/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_theblessingoftheanimals/id/3129240.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21220060 Creation, Care, Grace, Scripture: Job 4:1-40:24 Sun, 12 Aug 2018 19:41:00 +0000 Sarah Moon In this service of "Blessing of the Animals" we look to see how grace is not a one-way street, from humans to animals, but is rather a reciprocal relationship in which humans are as much recipients as givers. In this service of "Blessing of the Animals" we look to see how grace is not a one-way street, from humans to animals, but is rather a reciprocal relationship in which humans are as much recipients as givers. In this service of "Blessing of the Animals" we look to see how grace is not a one-way street, from humans to animals, but is rather a reciprocal relationship in which humans are as much recipients as givers. … Sarah Moon https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21220060/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_theblessingoftheanimals/id/367459 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21220060 Creation, Care, Grace, Scripture: Job 4:1-40:24 Sun, 05 Aug 2018 19:18:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Today we look to Luke's account in the Acts of the Apostles to see how one excluded from a large part of the religious life of Israel was welcomed into the community of those following Jesus through baptism, following a Scriptural discussion of the Good News. Today we look to Luke's account in the Acts of the Apostles to see how one excluded from a large part of the religious life of Israel was welcomed into the community of those following Jesus through baptism, following a Scriptural discussion of the Good News. Today we look to Luke's account in the Acts of the Apostles to see how one excluded from a large part of the religious life of Israel was welcomed into the community of those following Jesus through baptism, following a Scriptural discussion of the Goo… Julian A. Davies 1876 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21216072/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_onbeinghuman10recognizingthehu/id/3125591.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21216072 Inclusion, exclusion, humanity, Gospel, Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-53:9, Acts 8:26-8:40 Sun, 05 Aug 2018 19:18:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Today we look to Luke's account in the Acts of the Apostles to see how one excluded from a large part of the religious life of Israel was welcomed into the community of those following Jesus through baptism, following a Scriptural discussion of the Good News. Today we look to Luke's account in the Acts of the Apostles to see how one excluded from a large part of the religious life of Israel was welcomed into the community of those following Jesus through baptism, following a Scriptural discussion of the Good News. Today we look to Luke's account in the Acts of the Apostles to see how one excluded from a large part of the religious life of Israel was welcomed into the community of those following Jesus through baptism, following a Scriptural discussion of the Goo… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21216072/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_onbeinghuman10recognizingthehu/id/367141 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21216072 Inclusion, exclusion, humanity, Gospel, Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-53:9, Acts 8:26-8:40 Sun, 29 Jul 2018 19:46:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies When there is too much for one person to do, we can organize ourselves such that others join in and the work gets done. Today we compare the model used by Moses and the model employed in the Acts of the Apostles for getting things done. The Acts model, in one form or another, is still around today and seems to offer a format for the church to do ministry in a world in which there is far too much to do. When there is too much for one person to do, we can organize ourselves such that others join in and the work gets done. Today we compare the model used by Moses and the model employed in the Acts of the Apostles for getting things done. The Acts model, in one form or another, is still around today and seems to offer a format for the church to do ministry in a world in which there is far too much to do. When there is too much for one person to do, we can organize ourselves such that others join in and the work gets done. Today we compare the model used by Moses and the model employed in the Acts of the Apostles for getting things done. The Acts model,… Julian A. Davies 1500 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21212145/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_onbeinghuman9havingtoomuchtodo/id/3121757.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21212145 Leadership, Moses, The Seven, Deacons, Scripture: Exodus 18:13-18:27, Acts 6:1-6:7 Sun, 29 Jul 2018 19:46:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies When there is too much for one person to do, we can organize ourselves such that others join in and the work gets done. Today we compare the model used by Moses and the model employed in the Acts of the Apostles for getting things done. The Acts model, in one form or another, is still around today and seems to offer a format for the church to do ministry in a world in which there is far too much to do. When there is too much for one person to do, we can organize ourselves such that others join in and the work gets done. Today we compare the model used by Moses and the model employed in the Acts of the Apostles for getting things done. The Acts model, in one form or another, is still around today and seems to offer a format for the church to do ministry in a world in which there is far too much to do. When there is too much for one person to do, we can organize ourselves such that others join in and the work gets done. Today we compare the model used by Moses and the model employed in the Acts of the Apostles for getting things done. The Acts model,… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21212145/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_onbeinghuman9havingtoomuchtodo/id/366785 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21212145 Leadership, Moses, The Seven, Deacons, Scripture: Exodus 18:13-18:27, Acts 6:1-6:7 Sun, 22 Jul 2018 19:20:17 +0000 Julian A. Davies The origin of Seven Deadly Sins, and the Seven Heavenly Virtues that stand in opposition to them, are traced and placed in the context of living a virtuous life aimed towards the vision of Jesus for the world. The origin of Seven Deadly Sins, and the Seven Heavenly Virtues that stand in opposition to them, are traced and placed in the context of living a virtuous life aimed towards the vision of Jesus for the world. The origin of Seven Deadly Sins, and the Seven Heavenly Virtues that stand in opposition to them, are traced and placed in the context of living a virtuous life aimed towards the vision of Jesus for the world. … Julian A. Davies 1800 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21208163/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_onbeinghuman8sinsdeadlyandothe/id/3118060.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21208163 Seven Deadly Sins, Seven Heavenly Virtues, Scripture: Galatians 5:19-5:21 Sun, 22 Jul 2018 19:20:17 +0000 Julian A. Davies The origin of Seven Deadly Sins, and the Seven Heavenly Virtues that stand in opposition to them, are traced and placed in the context of living a virtuous life aimed towards the vision of Jesus for the world. The origin of Seven Deadly Sins, and the Seven Heavenly Virtues that stand in opposition to them, are traced and placed in the context of living a virtuous life aimed towards the vision of Jesus for the world. The origin of Seven Deadly Sins, and the Seven Heavenly Virtues that stand in opposition to them, are traced and placed in the context of living a virtuous life aimed towards the vision of Jesus for the world. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21208163/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_onbeinghuman8sinsdeadlyandothe/id/366484 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21208163 Seven Deadly Sins, Seven Heavenly Virtues, Scripture: Galatians 5:19-5:21 Sun, 15 Jul 2018 22:03:41 +0000 Julian A. Davies Fortitude, understood as the midpoint between fearful caution and foolhardy recklessness, and perhaps best considered as “reasoned courage,” is both a cardinal virtue and a Gift of the Holy Spirit (Isaiah 11). Described by John Locke as "the guard and support of the other virtues," fortitude is the enabler of the other cardinal virtues and allows for a life that points to the Kingdom even in the face of unspeakable pain and suffering. Fortitude, understood as the midpoint between fearful caution and foolhardy recklessness, and perhaps best considered as “reasoned courage,” is both a cardinal virtue and a Gift of the Holy Spirit (Isaiah 11). Described by John Locke as "the guard and support of the other virtues," fortitude is the enabler of the other cardinal virtues and allows for a life that points to the Kingdom even in the face of unspeakable pain and suffering. Fortitude, understood as the midpoint between fearful caution and foolhardy recklessness, and perhaps best considered as “reasoned courage,” is both a cardinal virtue and a Gift of the Holy Spirit (Isaiah 11). Described by John Locke as "the guard and … Julian A. Davies 1427 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21204342/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_onbeinghuman7livingbetweenbein/id/3114380.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21204342 Cardinal virtue, Gift of the Spirit, fortitude, reasoned courage, Scripture: Isaiah 41:5-41:10, 1 Corinthians 10:12-10:13 Sun, 15 Jul 2018 22:03:41 +0000 Julian A. Davies Fortitude, understood as the midpoint between fearful caution and foolhardy recklessness, and perhaps best considered as “reasoned courage,” is both a cardinal virtue and a Gift of the Holy Spirit (Isaiah 11). Described by John Locke as "the guard and support of the other virtues," fortitude is the enabler of the other cardinal virtues and allows for a life that points to the Kingdom even in the face of unspeakable pain and suffering. Fortitude, understood as the midpoint between fearful caution and foolhardy recklessness, and perhaps best considered as “reasoned courage,” is both a cardinal virtue and a Gift of the Holy Spirit (Isaiah 11). Described by John Locke as "the guard and support of the other virtues," fortitude is the enabler of the other cardinal virtues and allows for a life that points to the Kingdom even in the face of unspeakable pain and suffering. Fortitude, understood as the midpoint between fearful caution and foolhardy recklessness, and perhaps best considered as “reasoned courage,” is both a cardinal virtue and a Gift of the Holy Spirit (Isaiah 11). Described by John Locke as "the guard and … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21204342/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_onbeinghuman7livingbetweenbein/id/366185 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21204342 Cardinal virtue, Gift of the Spirit, fortitude, reasoned courage, Scripture: Isaiah 41:5-41:10, 1 Corinthians 10:12-10:13 Sun, 08 Jul 2018 19:58:19 +0000 Julian A. Davies The cardinal virtue of temperance - where self examination and self regulation lead to a more ordered life - was central to the Wesleyan understanding of growing in the faith. Wesley developed methods for self examination and self regulation that were employed within the structure of Methodism for many years and which were key to discipleship and ministry in the world. The cardinal virtue of temperance - where self examination and self regulation lead to a more ordered life - was central to the Wesleyan understanding of growing in the faith. Wesley developed methods for self examination and self regulation that were employed within the structure of Methodism for many years and which were key to discipleship and ministry in the world. The cardinal virtue of temperance - where self examination and self regulation lead to a more ordered life - was central to the Wesleyan understanding of growing in the faith. Wesley developed methods for self examination and self regulation that were … Julian A. Davies 2345 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21200085/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_onbeinghuman6howisitwithyourso/id/3110465.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21200085 John Wesley, Susanna Wesley, Methodism, Self examination, Self regulation, temperance, virtue, Scripture: Galatians 5:22-5:25 Sun, 08 Jul 2018 19:58:19 +0000 Julian A. Davies The cardinal virtue of temperance - where self examination and self regulation lead to a more ordered life - was central to the Wesleyan understanding of growing in the faith. Wesley developed methods for self examination and self regulation that were employed within the structure of Methodism for many years and which were key to discipleship and ministry in the world. The cardinal virtue of temperance - where self examination and self regulation lead to a more ordered life - was central to the Wesleyan understanding of growing in the faith. Wesley developed methods for self examination and self regulation that were employed within the structure of Methodism for many years and which were key to discipleship and ministry in the world. The cardinal virtue of temperance - where self examination and self regulation lead to a more ordered life - was central to the Wesleyan understanding of growing in the faith. Wesley developed methods for self examination and self regulation that were … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21200085/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_onbeinghuman6howisitwithyourso/id/365855 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21200085 John Wesley, Susanna Wesley, Methodism, Self examination, Self regulation, temperance, virtue, Scripture: Galatians 5:22-5:25 Sun, 01 Jul 2018 19:44:25 +0000 Julian A. Davies How are our modern ideas about justice constructed and do they look at all like the ideas of justice that the Biblical narrative presents? As a cardinal virtue, justice - as constructed in the Bible - is one of the hinges on which the doorway to the Kingdom of God swings. How are our modern ideas about justice constructed and do they look at all like the ideas of justice that the Biblical narrative presents? As a cardinal virtue, justice - as constructed in the Bible - is one of the hinges on which the doorway to the Kingdom of God swings. How are our modern ideas about justice constructed and do they look at all like the ideas of justice that the Biblical narrative presents? As a cardinal virtue, justice - as constructed in the Bible - is one of the hinges on which the doorway to the K… Julian A. Davies 2273 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21196032/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_onbeinghuman5thearcofthemoralu/id/3106852.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21196032 Justice, law, Bible, Scripture: Micah 6:8-6:8, Matthew 23:23-23:23 Sun, 01 Jul 2018 19:44:25 +0000 Julian A. Davies How are our modern ideas about justice constructed and do they look at all like the ideas of justice that the Biblical narrative presents? As a cardinal virtue, justice - as constructed in the Bible - is one of the hinges on which the doorway to the Kingdom of God swings. How are our modern ideas about justice constructed and do they look at all like the ideas of justice that the Biblical narrative presents? As a cardinal virtue, justice - as constructed in the Bible - is one of the hinges on which the doorway to the Kingdom of God swings. How are our modern ideas about justice constructed and do they look at all like the ideas of justice that the Biblical narrative presents? As a cardinal virtue, justice - as constructed in the Bible - is one of the hinges on which the doorway to the K… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21196032/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_onbeinghuman5thearcofthemoralu/id/365553 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21196032 Justice, law, Bible, Scripture: Micah 6:8-6:8, Matthew 23:23-23:23 Sun, 24 Jun 2018 19:25:28 +0000 Julian A. Davies Making the best possible choices and learning what to ignore and what to pay attention to is a subject of considerable importance today where what is fake and what is real are ever before us. The Writers of the Book of Proverbs spend time on the subject of "prudence" - a word that is uncommon today but which Aristotle saw as "right reason applied to practice" and which the church has historically seen as a cardinal virtue - a virtue that can be learned. Making the best possible choices and learning what to ignore and what to pay attention to is a subject of considerable importance today where what is fake and what is real are ever before us. The Writers of the Book of Proverbs spend time on the subject of "prudence" - a word that is uncommon today but which Aristotle saw as "right reason applied to practice" and which the church has historically seen as a cardinal virtue - a virtue that can be learned. Making the best possible choices and learning what to ignore and what to pay attention to is a subject of considerable importance today where what is fake and what is real are ever before us. The Writers of the Book of Proverbs spend time on the subjec… Julian A. Davies 1479 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21191747/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_onbeinghuman4somethingsarebest/id/3102730.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21191747 Prudence, virtue, choices, Scripture: Luke 6:32-6:38, Proverbs 1:1-1:6 Sun, 24 Jun 2018 19:25:28 +0000 Julian A. Davies Making the best possible choices and learning what to ignore and what to pay attention to is a subject of considerable importance today where what is fake and what is real are ever before us. The Writers of the Book of Proverbs spend time on the subject of "prudence" - a word that is uncommon today but which Aristotle saw as "right reason applied to practice" and which the church has historically seen as a cardinal virtue - a virtue that can be learned. Making the best possible choices and learning what to ignore and what to pay attention to is a subject of considerable importance today where what is fake and what is real are ever before us. The Writers of the Book of Proverbs spend time on the subject of "prudence" - a word that is uncommon today but which Aristotle saw as "right reason applied to practice" and which the church has historically seen as a cardinal virtue - a virtue that can be learned. Making the best possible choices and learning what to ignore and what to pay attention to is a subject of considerable importance today where what is fake and what is real are ever before us. The Writers of the Book of Proverbs spend time on the subjec… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21191747/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_onbeinghuman4somethingsarebest/id/365218 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21191747 Prudence, virtue, choices, Scripture: Luke 6:32-6:38, Proverbs 1:1-1:6 Sun, 17 Jun 2018 19:39:45 +0000 Julian A. Davies Often it seems as if people like to make things complicated. A situation arises and we agonize over whether to respond with justice or with love. And yet, as creatures made in the image of God, we learn from classical orthodoxy, specifically the Doctrine of Divine Simplicity, that the love of God and the justice of God are identical and so they should be identical for us. Learning how to see love, justice, grace, mercy, peace, and so on, as identical to each other helps us live into what it means to be made in God's image and provides a template for us to use in reacting to complex issues in the world today. Often it seems as if people like to make things complicated. A situation arises and we agonize over whether to respond with justice or with love. And yet, as creatures made in the image of God, we learn from classical orthodoxy, specifically the Doctrine of Divine Simplicity, that the love of God and the justice of God are identical and so they should be identical for us. Learning how to see love, justice, grace, mercy, peace, and so on, as identical to each other helps us live into what it means to be made in God's image and provides a template for us to use in reacting to complex issues in the world today. Often it seems as if people like to make things complicated. A situation arises and we agonize over whether to respond with justice or with love. And yet, as creatures made in the image of God, we learn from classical orthodoxy, specifically the Doctri… Julian A. Davies 1545 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21187741/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_onbeinghuman3ifloveistheanswer/id/3099159.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21187741 Human, God, love, justice, simplicity, Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4-6:9, Luke 10:25-10:28 Sun, 17 Jun 2018 19:39:45 +0000 Julian A. Davies Often it seems as if people like to make things complicated. A situation arises and we agonize over whether to respond with justice or with love. And yet, as creatures made in the image of God, we learn from classical orthodoxy, specifically the Doctrine of Divine Simplicity, that the love of God and the justice of God are identical and so they should be identical for us. Learning how to see love, justice, grace, mercy, peace, and so on, as identical to each other helps us live into what it means to be made in God's image and provides a template for us to use in reacting to complex issues in the world today. Often it seems as if people like to make things complicated. A situation arises and we agonize over whether to respond with justice or with love. And yet, as creatures made in the image of God, we learn from classical orthodoxy, specifically the Doctrine of Divine Simplicity, that the love of God and the justice of God are identical and so they should be identical for us. Learning how to see love, justice, grace, mercy, peace, and so on, as identical to each other helps us live into what it means to be made in God's image and provides a template for us to use in reacting to complex issues in the world today. Often it seems as if people like to make things complicated. A situation arises and we agonize over whether to respond with justice or with love. And yet, as creatures made in the image of God, we learn from classical orthodoxy, specifically the Doctri… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21187741/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_onbeinghuman3ifloveistheanswer/id/364879 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21187741 Human, God, love, justice, simplicity, Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4-6:9, Luke 10:25-10:28 Sun, 10 Jun 2018 21:52:59 +0000 Julian A. Davies Hope is a key component of what it means to be human and hope in God, calling to us from the fullness of time that all things are being made new, provides the catalyst for us to be about the transformation of the world through helping to usher in the Kingdom of God. Hope is a key component of what it means to be human and hope in God, calling to us from the fullness of time that all things are being made new, provides the catalyst for us to be about the transformation of the world through helping to usher in the Kingdom of God. Hope is a key component of what it means to be human and hope in God, calling to us from the fullness of time that all things are being made new, provides the catalyst for us to be about the transformation of the world through helping to usher in the K… Julian A. Davies 1143 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21183852/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_onbeinghuman2hopeandwishfulthi/id/3095566.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21183852 Hope, despair, wishful thinking, Scripture: Job 14:7-14:12, Romans 5:1-5:5 Sun, 10 Jun 2018 21:52:59 +0000 Julian A. Davies Hope is a key component of what it means to be human and hope in God, calling to us from the fullness of time that all things are being made new, provides the catalyst for us to be about the transformation of the world through helping to usher in the Kingdom of God. Hope is a key component of what it means to be human and hope in God, calling to us from the fullness of time that all things are being made new, provides the catalyst for us to be about the transformation of the world through helping to usher in the Kingdom of God. Hope is a key component of what it means to be human and hope in God, calling to us from the fullness of time that all things are being made new, provides the catalyst for us to be about the transformation of the world through helping to usher in the K… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21183852/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_onbeinghuman2hopeandwishfulthi/id/364567 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21183852 Hope, despair, wishful thinking, Scripture: Job 14:7-14:12, Romans 5:1-5:5 Sun, 03 Jun 2018 19:28:21 +0000 Julian A. Davies What does it mean to be human? Can philosophers, scientists, theologians, authors, poets, movie makers, etc., etc. shed light on this question and is there a particularly Christocentric answer? We explore these questions and look to the role of faith in determining who we are and what we do. What does it mean to be human? Can philosophers, scientists, theologians, authors, poets, movie makers, etc., etc. shed light on this question and is there a particularly Christocentric answer? We explore these questions and look to the role of faith in determining who we are and what we do. What does it mean to be human? Can philosophers, scientists, theologians, authors, poets, movie makers, etc., etc. shed light on this question and is there a particularly Christocentric answer? We explore these questions and look to the role of faith i… Julian A. Davies 1862 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21179657/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_onbeinghuman1theshiftingsandso/id/3091557.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21179657 Human, Trinity, Son of Man, Purpose, Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:12-13:13 Sun, 03 Jun 2018 19:28:21 +0000 Julian A. Davies What does it mean to be human? Can philosophers, scientists, theologians, authors, poets, movie makers, etc., etc. shed light on this question and is there a particularly Christocentric answer? We explore these questions and look to the role of faith in determining who we are and what we do. What does it mean to be human? Can philosophers, scientists, theologians, authors, poets, movie makers, etc., etc. shed light on this question and is there a particularly Christocentric answer? We explore these questions and look to the role of faith in determining who we are and what we do. What does it mean to be human? Can philosophers, scientists, theologians, authors, poets, movie makers, etc., etc. shed light on this question and is there a particularly Christocentric answer? We explore these questions and look to the role of faith i… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21179657/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_onbeinghuman1theshiftingsandso/id/364239 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21179657 Human, Trinity, Son of Man, Purpose, Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:12-13:13 Sun, 27 May 2018 19:45:19 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Trinity Sunday we look at the Doctrine of the Trinity and how a Trinitarian understanding of God shapes what it means to be made in the image of God. On this Trinity Sunday we look at the Doctrine of the Trinity and how a Trinitarian understanding of God shapes what it means to be made in the image of God. On this Trinity Sunday we look at the Doctrine of the Trinity and how a Trinitarian understanding of God shapes what it means to be made in the image of God. … Julian A. Davies 1946 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21175243/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thenewmath31/id/3087808.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21175243 Trinity, community, Scripture: Romans 8:12-8:17 Sun, 27 May 2018 19:45:19 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Trinity Sunday we look at the Doctrine of the Trinity and how a Trinitarian understanding of God shapes what it means to be made in the image of God. On this Trinity Sunday we look at the Doctrine of the Trinity and how a Trinitarian understanding of God shapes what it means to be made in the image of God. On this Trinity Sunday we look at the Doctrine of the Trinity and how a Trinitarian understanding of God shapes what it means to be made in the image of God. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21175243/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thenewmath31/id/363933 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21175243 Trinity, community, Scripture: Romans 8:12-8:17 Sun, 20 May 2018 19:58:39 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Pentecost Sunday we look back to the events on one specific Pentecost long ago in the context of the celebrations underway and see how these events are described with symbols that refer back to the giving of the Decalogue to Moses on Sinai. The fulfillment of the giving of the law through the Holy Spirit empowers us in the church today to work towards the new life that Jesus made possible and ushered in through his life, death and resurrection. On this Pentecost Sunday we look back to the events on one specific Pentecost long ago in the context of the celebrations underway and see how these events are described with symbols that refer back to the giving of the Decalogue to Moses on Sinai. The fulfillment of the giving of the law through the Holy Spirit empowers us in the church today to work towards the new life that Jesus made possible and ushered in through his life, death and resurrection. On this Pentecost Sunday we look back to the events on one specific Pentecost long ago in the context of the celebrations underway and see how these events are described with symbols that refer back to the giving of the Decalogue to Moses on Sinai. Th… Julian A. Davies 2172 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21171071/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_drunkatnineinthemorning/id/3083800.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21171071 Pentecost, Holy Spirit, Scripture: Acts 2:1-2:21 Sun, 20 May 2018 19:58:39 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Pentecost Sunday we look back to the events on one specific Pentecost long ago in the context of the celebrations underway and see how these events are described with symbols that refer back to the giving of the Decalogue to Moses on Sinai. The fulfillment of the giving of the law through the Holy Spirit empowers us in the church today to work towards the new life that Jesus made possible and ushered in through his life, death and resurrection. On this Pentecost Sunday we look back to the events on one specific Pentecost long ago in the context of the celebrations underway and see how these events are described with symbols that refer back to the giving of the Decalogue to Moses on Sinai. The fulfillment of the giving of the law through the Holy Spirit empowers us in the church today to work towards the new life that Jesus made possible and ushered in through his life, death and resurrection. On this Pentecost Sunday we look back to the events on one specific Pentecost long ago in the context of the celebrations underway and see how these events are described with symbols that refer back to the giving of the Decalogue to Moses on Sinai. Th… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21171071/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_drunkatnineinthemorning/id/363586 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21171071 Pentecost, Holy Spirit, Scripture: Acts 2:1-2:21 Sun, 13 May 2018 19:42:15 +0000 Julian A. Davies In 1 John we find described the eternal quality of life that we can enter into through Christ Jesus when we "walk just as he walked" by paying attention to (i) Loving one another, (ii) Laying down our lives for one another, and (iii) Sharing our worldly goods with those in need. In 1 John we find described the eternal quality of life that we can enter into through Christ Jesus when we "walk just as he walked" by paying attention to (i) Loving one another, (ii) Laying down our lives for one another, and (iii) Sharing our worldly goods with those in need. In 1 John we find described the eternal quality of life that we can enter into through Christ Jesus when we "walk just as he walked" by paying attention to (i) Loving one another, (ii) Laying down our lives for one another, and (iii) Sharing our worldl… Julian A. Davies 1673 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21166825/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_life/id/3079755.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21166825 Life, eternal life, Jesus, Scripture: 1 John 5:9-5:13 Sun, 13 May 2018 19:42:15 +0000 Julian A. Davies In 1 John we find described the eternal quality of life that we can enter into through Christ Jesus when we "walk just as he walked" by paying attention to (i) Loving one another, (ii) Laying down our lives for one another, and (iii) Sharing our worldly goods with those in need. In 1 John we find described the eternal quality of life that we can enter into through Christ Jesus when we "walk just as he walked" by paying attention to (i) Loving one another, (ii) Laying down our lives for one another, and (iii) Sharing our worldly goods with those in need. In 1 John we find described the eternal quality of life that we can enter into through Christ Jesus when we "walk just as he walked" by paying attention to (i) Loving one another, (ii) Laying down our lives for one another, and (iii) Sharing our worldl… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21166825/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_life/id/363223 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21166825 Life, eternal life, Jesus, Scripture: 1 John 5:9-5:13 Sun, 06 May 2018 19:41:22 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we look at the words of Jesus on love in John 15 we see that he is speaking of a love that is the fruit of a certain way of interacting with each other. Interacting not as master and slave but rather as friends. This seems to be a prerequisite for the type of love that Jesus has in mind and is a call for us to re-examine our own relationships with each other in all aspects of life. As we look at the words of Jesus on love in John 15 we see that he is speaking of a love that is the fruit of a certain way of interacting with each other. Interacting not as master and slave but rather as friends. This seems to be a prerequisite for the type of love that Jesus has in mind and is a call for us to re-examine our own relationships with each other in all aspects of life. As we look at the words of Jesus on love in John 15 we see that he is speaking of a love that is the fruit of a certain way of interacting with each other. Interacting not as master and slave but rather as friends. This seems to be a prerequisite for t… Julian A. Davies 1215 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21162404/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_loveoneanother/id/3075788.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21162404 Love, Commandment, Jesus, Scripture: John 15:9-15:17 Sun, 06 May 2018 19:41:22 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we look at the words of Jesus on love in John 15 we see that he is speaking of a love that is the fruit of a certain way of interacting with each other. Interacting not as master and slave but rather as friends. This seems to be a prerequisite for the type of love that Jesus has in mind and is a call for us to re-examine our own relationships with each other in all aspects of life. As we look at the words of Jesus on love in John 15 we see that he is speaking of a love that is the fruit of a certain way of interacting with each other. Interacting not as master and slave but rather as friends. This seems to be a prerequisite for the type of love that Jesus has in mind and is a call for us to re-examine our own relationships with each other in all aspects of life. As we look at the words of Jesus on love in John 15 we see that he is speaking of a love that is the fruit of a certain way of interacting with each other. Interacting not as master and slave but rather as friends. This seems to be a prerequisite for t… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21162404/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_loveoneanother/id/362873 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21162404 Love, Commandment, Jesus, Scripture: John 15:9-15:17 Sun, 29 Apr 2018 19:43:45 +0000 Julian A. Davies With language that points to the person of Jesus as the embodiment of Israel as it was always intended to be, we see how fruitfulness by the disciples of Jesus is to be seen as the measure of faithfulness to the original command to Abraham to "be a blessing to the whole world." With language that points to the person of Jesus as the embodiment of Israel as it was always intended to be, we see how fruitfulness by the disciples of Jesus is to be seen as the measure of faithfulness to the original command to Abraham to "be a blessing to the whole world." With language that points to the person of Jesus as the embodiment of Israel as it was always intended to be, we see how fruitfulness by the disciples of Jesus is to be seen as the measure of faithfulness to the original command to Abraham to "be a ble… Julian A. Davies 1914 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21158296/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_iamthetruevine/id/3071876.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21158296 Vine, vineyard, Jesus, Scripture: John 15:1-15:8 Sun, 29 Apr 2018 19:43:45 +0000 Julian A. Davies With language that points to the person of Jesus as the embodiment of Israel as it was always intended to be, we see how fruitfulness by the disciples of Jesus is to be seen as the measure of faithfulness to the original command to Abraham to "be a blessing to the whole world." With language that points to the person of Jesus as the embodiment of Israel as it was always intended to be, we see how fruitfulness by the disciples of Jesus is to be seen as the measure of faithfulness to the original command to Abraham to "be a blessing to the whole world." With language that points to the person of Jesus as the embodiment of Israel as it was always intended to be, we see how fruitfulness by the disciples of Jesus is to be seen as the measure of faithfulness to the original command to Abraham to "be a ble… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21158296/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_iamthetruevine/id/362474 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21158296 Vine, vineyard, Jesus, Scripture: John 15:1-15:8 Sun, 22 Apr 2018 19:39:07 +0000 Julian A. Davies Within the Easter Season we encounter John's description of Jesus describing the shepherd and the sheep and explaining the difference between a thief, a hired hand, and the good shepherd. Comparing and contrasting the three characters in his narrative, we see how the message embodied by Jesus reveals what the abundant life can be for each of us. Within the Easter Season we encounter John's description of Jesus describing the shepherd and the sheep and explaining the difference between a thief, a hired hand, and the good shepherd. Comparing and contrasting the three characters in his narrative, we see how the message embodied by Jesus reveals what the abundant life can be for each of us. Within the Easter Season we encounter John's description of Jesus describing the shepherd and the sheep and explaining the difference between a thief, a hired hand, and the good shepherd. Comparing and contrasting the three characters in his narrative,… Julian A. Davies 1730 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21153655/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_iamthegoodshepherd/id/3067721.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21153655 Jesus, Shepherd, Sheep, I AM, new life, Scripture: John 10:1-10:18 Sun, 22 Apr 2018 19:39:07 +0000 Julian A. Davies Within the Easter Season we encounter John's description of Jesus describing the shepherd and the sheep and explaining the difference between a thief, a hired hand, and the good shepherd. Comparing and contrasting the three characters in his narrative, we see how the message embodied by Jesus reveals what the abundant life can be for each of us. Within the Easter Season we encounter John's description of Jesus describing the shepherd and the sheep and explaining the difference between a thief, a hired hand, and the good shepherd. Comparing and contrasting the three characters in his narrative, we see how the message embodied by Jesus reveals what the abundant life can be for each of us. Within the Easter Season we encounter John's description of Jesus describing the shepherd and the sheep and explaining the difference between a thief, a hired hand, and the good shepherd. Comparing and contrasting the three characters in his narrative,… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21153655/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_iamthegoodshepherd/id/362116 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21153655 Jesus, Shepherd, Sheep, I AM, new life, Scripture: John 10:1-10:18 Sun, 15 Apr 2018 19:52:10 +0000 Julian A. Davies In Luke's Gospel, Jesus shares words of peace with his disciples, speaks to help them through fear and doubt, and then asks them for something to eat! In this very human way, Jesus calls on the image of the feeding of the five thousand as representative of the type of new life that follows resurrection. He calls on his disciples to be witnesses and so, through the centuries, calls on us to live new lives shaped by his words and deeds. In Luke's Gospel, Jesus shares words of peace with his disciples, speaks to help them through fear and doubt, and then asks them for something to eat! In this very human way, Jesus calls on the image of the feeding of the five thousand as representative of the type of new life that follows resurrection. He calls on his disciples to be witnesses and so, through the centuries, calls on us to live new lives shaped by his words and deeds. In Luke's Gospel, Jesus shares words of peace with his disciples, speaks to help them through fear and doubt, and then asks them for something to eat! In this very human way, Jesus calls on the image of the feeding of the five thousand as representati… Julian A. Davies 1891 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21149291/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_youarewitnessesofthesethings/id/3063656.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21149291 Witness, Gospel, Jesus, New Life, Scripture: Luke 24:36-24:48 Sun, 15 Apr 2018 19:52:10 +0000 Julian A. Davies In Luke's Gospel, Jesus shares words of peace with his disciples, speaks to help them through fear and doubt, and then asks them for something to eat! In this very human way, Jesus calls on the image of the feeding of the five thousand as representative of the type of new life that follows resurrection. He calls on his disciples to be witnesses and so, through the centuries, calls on us to live new lives shaped by his words and deeds. In Luke's Gospel, Jesus shares words of peace with his disciples, speaks to help them through fear and doubt, and then asks them for something to eat! In this very human way, Jesus calls on the image of the feeding of the five thousand as representative of the type of new life that follows resurrection. He calls on his disciples to be witnesses and so, through the centuries, calls on us to live new lives shaped by his words and deeds. In Luke's Gospel, Jesus shares words of peace with his disciples, speaks to help them through fear and doubt, and then asks them for something to eat! In this very human way, Jesus calls on the image of the feeding of the five thousand as representati… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21149291/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_youarewitnessesofthesethings/id/361777 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21149291 Witness, Gospel, Jesus, New Life, Scripture: Luke 24:36-24:48 Sun, 08 Apr 2018 19:42:13 +0000 Julian A. Davies In today's Gospel reading we once again encounter Thomas, famed throughout history as "Doubting Thomas", and examine the role of doubt in faith. Doubts and questions can be the engines that drive us to explore more deeply, engage more seriously, and live out our faith more effectively. In today's Gospel reading we once again encounter Thomas, famed throughout history as "Doubting Thomas", and examine the role of doubt in faith. Doubts and questions can be the engines that drive us to explore more deeply, engage more seriously, and live out our faith more effectively. In today's Gospel reading we once again encounter Thomas, famed throughout history as "Doubting Thomas", and examine the role of doubt in faith. Doubts and questions can be the engines that drive us to explore more deeply, engage more seriously, and li… Julian A. Davies 1771 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21144702/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_mylordandmygod/id/3059218.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21144702 Thomas, Jesus, Doubt, Faith, Scripture: John 20:19-20:31 Sun, 08 Apr 2018 19:42:13 +0000 Julian A. Davies In today's Gospel reading we once again encounter Thomas, famed throughout history as "Doubting Thomas", and examine the role of doubt in faith. Doubts and questions can be the engines that drive us to explore more deeply, engage more seriously, and live out our faith more effectively. In today's Gospel reading we once again encounter Thomas, famed throughout history as "Doubting Thomas", and examine the role of doubt in faith. Doubts and questions can be the engines that drive us to explore more deeply, engage more seriously, and live out our faith more effectively. In today's Gospel reading we once again encounter Thomas, famed throughout history as "Doubting Thomas", and examine the role of doubt in faith. Doubts and questions can be the engines that drive us to explore more deeply, engage more seriously, and li… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21144702/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_mylordandmygod/id/361385 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21144702 Thomas, Jesus, Doubt, Faith, Scripture: John 20:19-20:31 Sun, 01 Apr 2018 19:49:30 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Easter Sunday, we are reminded that the resurrection of Jesus is not simply a story about Jesus alone. It is also a story that invites us to resurrection and new life such that the love of God, mediated by the people of God, overcomes the sins of the world. On this Easter Sunday, we are reminded that the resurrection of Jesus is not simply a story about Jesus alone. It is also a story that invites us to resurrection and new life such that the love of God, mediated by the people of God, overcomes the sins of the world. On this Easter Sunday, we are reminded that the resurrection of Jesus is not simply a story about Jesus alone. It is also a story that invites us to resurrection and new life such that the love of God, mediated by the people of God, overcomes the sins … Julian A. Davies 1495 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21140057/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whowillrollawaythestoneforus/id/3055022.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21140057 Easter, New Life, Jesus, Resurrection, Scripture: Mark 16:1-16:8 Sun, 01 Apr 2018 19:49:30 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Easter Sunday, we are reminded that the resurrection of Jesus is not simply a story about Jesus alone. It is also a story that invites us to resurrection and new life such that the love of God, mediated by the people of God, overcomes the sins of the world. On this Easter Sunday, we are reminded that the resurrection of Jesus is not simply a story about Jesus alone. It is also a story that invites us to resurrection and new life such that the love of God, mediated by the people of God, overcomes the sins of the world. On this Easter Sunday, we are reminded that the resurrection of Jesus is not simply a story about Jesus alone. It is also a story that invites us to resurrection and new life such that the love of God, mediated by the people of God, overcomes the sins … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21140057/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_whowillrollawaythestoneforus/id/361038 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21140057 Easter, New Life, Jesus, Resurrection, Scripture: Mark 16:1-16:8 Sun, 25 Mar 2018 19:40:37 +0000 Julian A. Davies From Mark's account of the entry of Jesus into Jerusalem we see signs and symbols that proclaim who Jesus is: Lord, King, Messiah, Liberator, Savior, Son of David. These signs help us interpret the Easter narrative and see how the Easter story invites us to participate in new creation. From Mark's account of the entry of Jesus into Jerusalem we see signs and symbols that proclaim who Jesus is: Lord, King, Messiah, Liberator, Savior, Son of David. These signs help us interpret the Easter narrative and see how the Easter story invites us to participate in new creation. From Mark's account of the entry of Jesus into Jerusalem we see signs and symbols that proclaim who Jesus is: Lord, King, Messiah, Liberator, Savior, Son of David. These signs help us interpret the Easter narrative and see how the Easter story invites … Julian A. Davies 1576 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21135345/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_blessedistheonewhocomesinthena/id/3050520.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21135345 Palm Sunday, Jerusalem, Temple, Jesus, Easter, Scripture: Mark 11:1-11:11 Sun, 25 Mar 2018 19:40:37 +0000 Julian A. Davies From Mark's account of the entry of Jesus into Jerusalem we see signs and symbols that proclaim who Jesus is: Lord, King, Messiah, Liberator, Savior, Son of David. These signs help us interpret the Easter narrative and see how the Easter story invites us to participate in new creation. From Mark's account of the entry of Jesus into Jerusalem we see signs and symbols that proclaim who Jesus is: Lord, King, Messiah, Liberator, Savior, Son of David. These signs help us interpret the Easter narrative and see how the Easter story invites us to participate in new creation. From Mark's account of the entry of Jesus into Jerusalem we see signs and symbols that proclaim who Jesus is: Lord, King, Messiah, Liberator, Savior, Son of David. These signs help us interpret the Easter narrative and see how the Easter story invites … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21135345/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_blessedistheonewhocomesinthena/id/360644 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21135345 Palm Sunday, Jerusalem, Temple, Jesus, Easter, Scripture: Mark 11:1-11:11 Sun, 18 Mar 2018 19:57:04 +0000 Julian A. Davies In today's lectionary Gospel passage we see how Gentiles seek to encounter Jesus in Jerusalem, a sign to him that the time has come when the Son of Man is to be glorified. The words of Jesus, "And I, when I am lifted up from the earth, will draw all people to myself" speak to the call for all people to be drawn in to the redemptive love that he offers. In today's lectionary Gospel passage we see how Gentiles seek to encounter Jesus in Jerusalem, a sign to him that the time has come when the Son of Man is to be glorified. The words of Jesus, "And I, when I am lifted up from the earth, will draw all people to myself" speak to the call for all people to be drawn in to the redemptive love that he offers. In today's lectionary Gospel passage we see how Gentiles seek to encounter Jesus in Jerusalem, a sign to him that the time has come when the Son of Man is to be glorified. The words of Jesus, "And I, when I am lifted up from the earth, will draw all pe… Julian A. Davies 1644 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21130517/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_nowmysoulistroubled/id/3045709.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21130517 Jesus, Jerusalem, Gentiles, Temple, Lent, Scripture: John 12:20-12:33 Sun, 18 Mar 2018 19:57:04 +0000 Julian A. Davies In today's lectionary Gospel passage we see how Gentiles seek to encounter Jesus in Jerusalem, a sign to him that the time has come when the Son of Man is to be glorified. The words of Jesus, "And I, when I am lifted up from the earth, will draw all people to myself" speak to the call for all people to be drawn in to the redemptive love that he offers. In today's lectionary Gospel passage we see how Gentiles seek to encounter Jesus in Jerusalem, a sign to him that the time has come when the Son of Man is to be glorified. The words of Jesus, "And I, when I am lifted up from the earth, will draw all people to myself" speak to the call for all people to be drawn in to the redemptive love that he offers. In today's lectionary Gospel passage we see how Gentiles seek to encounter Jesus in Jerusalem, a sign to him that the time has come when the Son of Man is to be glorified. The words of Jesus, "And I, when I am lifted up from the earth, will draw all pe… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21130517/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_nowmysoulistroubled/id/360307 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21130517 Jesus, Jerusalem, Gentiles, Temple, Lent, Scripture: John 12:20-12:33 Sun, 11 Mar 2018 19:53:37 +0000 Julian A. Davies In John's Gospel, we see Jesus explain to Nicodemus, a Pharisee, a "leader of the Jews," how to think about what he is accomplishing by reference to the Exodus from Egypt and freedom from slavery. Freedom from that which enslaves us provides a key for unlocking the meaning of the journey that Jesus takes to Jerusalem, to the cross and the empty tomb, that resonates across the centuries. In John's Gospel, we see Jesus explain to Nicodemus, a Pharisee, a "leader of the Jews," how to think about what he is accomplishing by reference to the Exodus from Egypt and freedom from slavery. Freedom from that which enslaves us provides a key for unlocking the meaning of the journey that Jesus takes to Jerusalem, to the cross and the empty tomb, that resonates across the centuries. In John's Gospel, we see Jesus explain to Nicodemus, a Pharisee, a "leader of the Jews," how to think about what he is accomplishing by reference to the Exodus from Egypt and freedom from slavery. Freedom from that which enslaves us provides a key for … Julian A. Davies 1890 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21125907/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_snakesinthegrass/id/3044509.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21125907 Jesus, Jerusalem, Moses, Exodus, Slavery, Scripture: John 3:14-3:21 Sun, 11 Mar 2018 19:53:37 +0000 Julian A. Davies In John's Gospel, we see Jesus explain to Nicodemus, a Pharisee, a "leader of the Jews," how to think about what he is accomplishing by reference to the Exodus from Egypt and freedom from slavery. Freedom from that which enslaves us provides a key for unlocking the meaning of the journey that Jesus takes to Jerusalem, to the cross and the empty tomb, that resonates across the centuries. In John's Gospel, we see Jesus explain to Nicodemus, a Pharisee, a "leader of the Jews," how to think about what he is accomplishing by reference to the Exodus from Egypt and freedom from slavery. Freedom from that which enslaves us provides a key for unlocking the meaning of the journey that Jesus takes to Jerusalem, to the cross and the empty tomb, that resonates across the centuries. In John's Gospel, we see Jesus explain to Nicodemus, a Pharisee, a "leader of the Jews," how to think about what he is accomplishing by reference to the Exodus from Egypt and freedom from slavery. Freedom from that which enslaves us provides a key for … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21125907/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_snakesinthegrass/id/359918 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21125907 Jesus, Jerusalem, Moses, Exodus, Slavery, Scripture: John 3:14-3:21 Sun, 04 Mar 2018 20:56:14 +0000 Julian A. Davies In John's account of Jesus cleansing the Temple we see how Jesus commits to his pathway forward in a way that cannot be reversed. Our own call in be "all in" as we work towards the Kingdom of God is made apparent and speaks to us across the centuries to make our own commitment absolute. In John's account of Jesus cleansing the Temple we see how Jesus commits to his pathway forward in a way that cannot be reversed. Our own call in be "all in" as we work towards the Kingdom of God is made apparent and speaks to us across the centuries to make our own commitment absolute. In John's account of Jesus cleansing the Temple we see how Jesus commits to his pathway forward in a way that cannot be reversed. Our own call in be "all in" as we work towards the Kingdom of God is made apparent and speaks to us across the centuries t… Julian A. Davies 1607 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21121272/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_allin/id/3036868.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21121272 Jesus, Temple, Commitment, Scripture: John 2:13-2:22 Sun, 04 Mar 2018 20:56:14 +0000 Julian A. Davies In John's account of Jesus cleansing the Temple we see how Jesus commits to his pathway forward in a way that cannot be reversed. Our own call in be "all in" as we work towards the Kingdom of God is made apparent and speaks to us across the centuries to make our own commitment absolute. In John's account of Jesus cleansing the Temple we see how Jesus commits to his pathway forward in a way that cannot be reversed. Our own call in be "all in" as we work towards the Kingdom of God is made apparent and speaks to us across the centuries to make our own commitment absolute. In John's account of Jesus cleansing the Temple we see how Jesus commits to his pathway forward in a way that cannot be reversed. Our own call in be "all in" as we work towards the Kingdom of God is made apparent and speaks to us across the centuries t… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21121272/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_allin/id/359537 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21121272 Jesus, Temple, Commitment, Scripture: John 2:13-2:22 Sun, 25 Feb 2018 20:56:19 +0000 Julian A. Davies From Paul's letter to the church at Rome we see an understanding of prayer that can help move us as the Body of Christ to more fully embrace the Kingdom of God. Coupled with the words of Jesus on self denial, we can move towards an experience of prayer that calls us to look to the interests of those who are marginalized and neglected through words and deeds. From Paul's letter to the church at Rome we see an understanding of prayer that can help move us as the Body of Christ to more fully embrace the Kingdom of God. Coupled with the words of Jesus on self denial, we can move towards an experience of prayer that calls us to look to the interests of those who are marginalized and neglected through words and deeds. From Paul's letter to the church at Rome we see an understanding of prayer that can help move us as the Body of Christ to more fully embrace the Kingdom of God. Coupled with the words of Jesus on self denial, we can move towards an experience of prayer… Julian A. Davies 1713 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21116119/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_prayerandselfdenial/id/3032087.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21116119 Prayer, Self denial, Jesus, Paul, Scripture: Mark 8:31-8:38 Sun, 25 Feb 2018 20:56:19 +0000 Julian A. Davies From Paul's letter to the church at Rome we see an understanding of prayer that can help move us as the Body of Christ to more fully embrace the Kingdom of God. Coupled with the words of Jesus on self denial, we can move towards an experience of prayer that calls us to look to the interests of those who are marginalized and neglected through words and deeds. From Paul's letter to the church at Rome we see an understanding of prayer that can help move us as the Body of Christ to more fully embrace the Kingdom of God. Coupled with the words of Jesus on self denial, we can move towards an experience of prayer that calls us to look to the interests of those who are marginalized and neglected through words and deeds. From Paul's letter to the church at Rome we see an understanding of prayer that can help move us as the Body of Christ to more fully embrace the Kingdom of God. Coupled with the words of Jesus on self denial, we can move towards an experience of prayer… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21116119/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_prayerandselfdenial/id/359120 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21116119 Prayer, Self denial, Jesus, Paul, Scripture: Mark 8:31-8:38 Sun, 18 Feb 2018 20:45:46 +0000 Julian A. Davies We follow the theme of "new creation" from Isaiah to Revelation as we seek to understand the Good News proclaimed by Jesus and endorsed from the heavens at his baptism with the words. ‘You are my Son, the Beloved; with you I am well pleased.’ We follow the theme of "new creation" from Isaiah to Revelation as we seek to understand the Good News proclaimed by Jesus and endorsed from the heavens at his baptism with the words. ‘You are my Son, the Beloved; with you I am well pleased.’ We follow the theme of "new creation" from Isaiah to Revelation as we seek to understand the Good News proclaimed by Jesus and endorsed from the heavens at his baptism with the words. ‘You are my Son, the Beloved; with you I am well pleased.’… Julian A. Davies 2144 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21110753/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thebeloved/id/3027521.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21110753 Jesus, Kingdom, New Creation, Scripture: Mark 1:9-1:15 Sun, 18 Feb 2018 20:45:46 +0000 Julian A. Davies We follow the theme of "new creation" from Isaiah to Revelation as we seek to understand the Good News proclaimed by Jesus and endorsed from the heavens at his baptism with the words. ‘You are my Son, the Beloved; with you I am well pleased.’ We follow the theme of "new creation" from Isaiah to Revelation as we seek to understand the Good News proclaimed by Jesus and endorsed from the heavens at his baptism with the words. ‘You are my Son, the Beloved; with you I am well pleased.’ We follow the theme of "new creation" from Isaiah to Revelation as we seek to understand the Good News proclaimed by Jesus and endorsed from the heavens at his baptism with the words. ‘You are my Son, the Beloved; with you I am well pleased.’… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21110753/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thebeloved/id/358695 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21110753 Jesus, Kingdom, New Creation, Scripture: Mark 1:9-1:15 Sun, 11 Feb 2018 20:49:28 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Transfiguration Sunday we look at Mark's account of the transfiguration, alongside those of Matthew and Luke, to see how God's endorsement of Jesus in the presence of the great law giver, Moses, and the great prophet, Elijah, give him the authority to establish how the love of God and neighbor provide the framework upon which hangs all the law and the prophets. On this Transfiguration Sunday we look at Mark's account of the transfiguration, alongside those of Matthew and Luke, to see how God's endorsement of Jesus in the presence of the great law giver, Moses, and the great prophet, Elijah, give him the authority to establish how the love of God and neighbor provide the framework upon which hangs all the law and the prophets. On this Transfiguration Sunday we look at Mark's account of the transfiguration, alongside those of Matthew and Luke, to see how God's endorsement of Jesus in the presence of the great law giver, Moses, and the great prophet, Elijah, give him the autho… Julian A. Davies 1555 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21106115/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_ateacheralawgiverandaprophet/id/3023049.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21106115 Transfiguration, Jesus, Moses, Elijah, Scripture: Mark 9:2-9:9 Sun, 11 Feb 2018 20:49:28 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Transfiguration Sunday we look at Mark's account of the transfiguration, alongside those of Matthew and Luke, to see how God's endorsement of Jesus in the presence of the great law giver, Moses, and the great prophet, Elijah, give him the authority to establish how the love of God and neighbor provide the framework upon which hangs all the law and the prophets. On this Transfiguration Sunday we look at Mark's account of the transfiguration, alongside those of Matthew and Luke, to see how God's endorsement of Jesus in the presence of the great law giver, Moses, and the great prophet, Elijah, give him the authority to establish how the love of God and neighbor provide the framework upon which hangs all the law and the prophets. On this Transfiguration Sunday we look at Mark's account of the transfiguration, alongside those of Matthew and Luke, to see how God's endorsement of Jesus in the presence of the great law giver, Moses, and the great prophet, Elijah, give him the autho… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21106115/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_ateacheralawgiverandaprophet/id/358341 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21106115 Transfiguration, Jesus, Moses, Elijah, Scripture: Mark 9:2-9:9 Sun, 04 Feb 2018 23:15:18 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the NRSV, the 17 words of Lydia function to test the Apostle Paul as to his commitment to the idea that we are neither Jew nor Greek, slave nor free, male nor female, but are all one in Christ Jesus. Fortunately we are told that, "she prevailed upon us"! In the NRSV, the 17 words of Lydia function to test the Apostle Paul as to his commitment to the idea that we are neither Jew nor Greek, slave nor free, male nor female, but are all one in Christ Jesus. Fortunately we are told that, "she prevailed upon us"! In the NRSV, the 17 words of Lydia function to test the Apostle Paul as to his commitment to the idea that we are neither Jew nor Greek, slave nor free, male nor female, but are all one in Christ Jesus. Fortunately we are told that, "she prevailed upon… Julian A. Davies 2272 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21101818/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thewordsofthewomeninthebible3l/id/3018969.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21101818 Lydia, Paul, Women, Equality, Equity, Scripture: Acts 16:11-16:15, Series: The One Percent Part#3 Sun, 04 Feb 2018 23:15:18 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the NRSV, the 17 words of Lydia function to test the Apostle Paul as to his commitment to the idea that we are neither Jew nor Greek, slave nor free, male nor female, but are all one in Christ Jesus. Fortunately we are told that, "she prevailed upon us"! In the NRSV, the 17 words of Lydia function to test the Apostle Paul as to his commitment to the idea that we are neither Jew nor Greek, slave nor free, male nor female, but are all one in Christ Jesus. Fortunately we are told that, "she prevailed upon us"! In the NRSV, the 17 words of Lydia function to test the Apostle Paul as to his commitment to the idea that we are neither Jew nor Greek, slave nor free, male nor female, but are all one in Christ Jesus. Fortunately we are told that, "she prevailed upon… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21101818/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thewordsofthewomeninthebible3l/id/357926 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21101818 Lydia, Paul, Women, Equality, Equity, Scripture: Acts 16:11-16:15, Series: The One Percent Part#3 Sun, 28 Jan 2018 20:50:57 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the story of Deborah and Jael we see how two women shape the course of the history of the people of God. In our churches today, are we making space for women to speak prophetically, judge Israel, and lead among us? In the story of Deborah and Jael we see how two women shape the course of the history of the people of God. In our churches today, are we making space for women to speak prophetically, judge Israel, and lead among us? In the story of Deborah and Jael we see how two women shape the course of the history of the people of God. In our churches today, are we making space for women to speak prophetically, judge Israel, and lead among us? … Julian A. Davies 2236 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21096580/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thewordsofthewomeninthebible2d/id/3014007.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21096580 Deborah, Jael, Judges, Women, Scripture: Judges 4:4-4:9, Series: The One Percent Part#2 Sun, 28 Jan 2018 20:50:57 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the story of Deborah and Jael we see how two women shape the course of the history of the people of God. In our churches today, are we making space for women to speak prophetically, judge Israel, and lead among us? In the story of Deborah and Jael we see how two women shape the course of the history of the people of God. In our churches today, are we making space for women to speak prophetically, judge Israel, and lead among us? In the story of Deborah and Jael we see how two women shape the course of the history of the people of God. In our churches today, are we making space for women to speak prophetically, judge Israel, and lead among us? … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21096580/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thewordsofthewomeninthebible2d/id/357460 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21096580 Deborah, Jael, Judges, Women, Scripture: Judges 4:4-4:9, Series: The One Percent Part#2 Sun, 21 Jan 2018 20:48:35 +0000 Julian A. Davies We look to the words of the women in the Bible to shape and guide us as we seek to be equal - to be one in Christ Jesus - in the world today. We look to the words of the women in the Bible to shape and guide us as we seek to be equal - to be one in Christ Jesus - in the world today. We look to the words of the women in the Bible to shape and guide us as we seek to be equal - to be one in Christ Jesus - in the world today. … Julian A. Davies 2242 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21091497/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thewordsofthewomeninthebible1e/id/3009131.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21091497 Bible, women, Eve, church, Scripture: Genesis 3:2-4:25, Series: The One Percent Part#1 Sun, 21 Jan 2018 20:48:35 +0000 Julian A. Davies We look to the words of the women in the Bible to shape and guide us as we seek to be equal - to be one in Christ Jesus - in the world today. We look to the words of the women in the Bible to shape and guide us as we seek to be equal - to be one in Christ Jesus - in the world today. We look to the words of the women in the Bible to shape and guide us as we seek to be equal - to be one in Christ Jesus - in the world today. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21091497/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thewordsofthewomeninthebible1e/id/357056 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21091497 Bible, women, Eve, church, Scripture: Genesis 3:2-4:25, Series: The One Percent Part#1 Sun, 10 Dec 2017 21:05:37 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Second Sunday of Advent, we hear the beginning of the Good News from Mark's Gospel, a message that challenges the then-existing sociopolitical structures and points towards a new way, one that leads from wilderness to Kingdom. On this Second Sunday of Advent, we hear the beginning of the Good News from Mark's Gospel, a message that challenges the then-existing sociopolitical structures and points towards a new way, one that leads from wilderness to Kingdom. On this Second Sunday of Advent, we hear the beginning of the Good News from Mark's Gospel, a message that challenges the then-existing sociopolitical structures and points towards a new way, one that leads from wilderness to Kingdom. … Julian A. Davies 1469 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21065946/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_cryingoutinthewilderness/id/2984639.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21065946 John the Baptist, Jesus, Kingdom, Good News, Scripture: Mark 1:1-1:8 Sun, 10 Dec 2017 21:05:37 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Second Sunday of Advent, we hear the beginning of the Good News from Mark's Gospel, a message that challenges the then-existing sociopolitical structures and points towards a new way, one that leads from wilderness to Kingdom. On this Second Sunday of Advent, we hear the beginning of the Good News from Mark's Gospel, a message that challenges the then-existing sociopolitical structures and points towards a new way, one that leads from wilderness to Kingdom. On this Second Sunday of Advent, we hear the beginning of the Good News from Mark's Gospel, a message that challenges the then-existing sociopolitical structures and points towards a new way, one that leads from wilderness to Kingdom. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21065946/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_cryingoutinthewilderness/id/355073 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21065946 John the Baptist, Jesus, Kingdom, Good News, Scripture: Mark 1:1-1:8 Sun, 03 Dec 2017 20:52:12 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this First Sunday of Advent, we encounter a reading from Mark's Gospel, known as the little apocalypse, which interweaves the destruction of the existing order with encouragement to stay faithful as the new order is ushered in. The concept of "active waiting" for the fullness of the Kingdom reinforces our own responsibility as agents in bringing forth the Kingdom of God. On this First Sunday of Advent, we encounter a reading from Mark's Gospel, known as the little apocalypse, which interweaves the destruction of the existing order with encouragement to stay faithful as the new order is ushered in. The concept of "active waiting" for the fullness of the Kingdom reinforces our own responsibility as agents in bringing forth the Kingdom of God. On this First Sunday of Advent, we encounter a reading from Mark's Gospel, known as the little apocalypse, which interweaves the destruction of the existing order with encouragement to stay faithful as the new order is ushered in. The concept of "activ… Julian A. Davies 1811 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21061655/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_mywordswillnotpassaway/id/2980542.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21061655 Advent, Waiting, Mark, Apocalypse., Scripture: Mark 13:28-13:31 Sun, 03 Dec 2017 20:52:12 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this First Sunday of Advent, we encounter a reading from Mark's Gospel, known as the little apocalypse, which interweaves the destruction of the existing order with encouragement to stay faithful as the new order is ushered in. The concept of "active waiting" for the fullness of the Kingdom reinforces our own responsibility as agents in bringing forth the Kingdom of God. On this First Sunday of Advent, we encounter a reading from Mark's Gospel, known as the little apocalypse, which interweaves the destruction of the existing order with encouragement to stay faithful as the new order is ushered in. The concept of "active waiting" for the fullness of the Kingdom reinforces our own responsibility as agents in bringing forth the Kingdom of God. On this First Sunday of Advent, we encounter a reading from Mark's Gospel, known as the little apocalypse, which interweaves the destruction of the existing order with encouragement to stay faithful as the new order is ushered in. The concept of "activ… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21061655/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_mywordswillnotpassaway/id/354746 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21061655 Advent, Waiting, Mark, Apocalypse., Scripture: Mark 13:28-13:31 Sun, 26 Nov 2017 20:53:59 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Christ the King Sunday, the proclamation of Christ as King is seen through the lens of caring for "the least of these" and as allegiance to the Kingdom way of living in the world. On this Christ the King Sunday, the proclamation of Christ as King is seen through the lens of caring for "the least of these" and as allegiance to the Kingdom way of living in the world. On this Christ the King Sunday, the proclamation of Christ as King is seen through the lens of caring for "the least of these" and as allegiance to the Kingdom way of living in the world. … Julian A. Davies 1854 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21057324/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_sheepandgoats/id/2976478.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21057324 Jesus, allegiance, sheep, goats, Scripture: Matthew 25:31-25:46 Sun, 26 Nov 2017 20:53:59 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Christ the King Sunday, the proclamation of Christ as King is seen through the lens of caring for "the least of these" and as allegiance to the Kingdom way of living in the world. On this Christ the King Sunday, the proclamation of Christ as King is seen through the lens of caring for "the least of these" and as allegiance to the Kingdom way of living in the world. On this Christ the King Sunday, the proclamation of Christ as King is seen through the lens of caring for "the least of these" and as allegiance to the Kingdom way of living in the world. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21057324/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_sheepandgoats/id/354390 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21057324 Jesus, allegiance, sheep, goats, Scripture: Matthew 25:31-25:46 Sun, 19 Nov 2017 20:42:24 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the minority reading of the parable of the talents, Jesus compares the economics of the Empire with the economics of the Kingdom and contrasts Empire teaching with the teachings of Torah. Once again, Jesus calls for allegiance to the Kingdom in the face of tremendous pressure to collude with the Empire and its economic model. In the minority reading of the parable of the talents, Jesus compares the economics of the Empire with the economics of the Kingdom and contrasts Empire teaching with the teachings of Torah. Once again, Jesus calls for allegiance to the Kingdom in the face of tremendous pressure to collude with the Empire and its economic model. In the minority reading of the parable of the talents, Jesus compares the economics of the Empire with the economics of the Kingdom and contrasts Empire teaching with the teachings of Torah. Once again, Jesus calls for allegiance to the Kingdom in the … Julian A. Davies 1881 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21053447/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whattodowithwhatyouvegot/id/2972833.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21053447 Kingdom, Empire, economics, Jesus, Scripture: Matthew 15:14-15:30 Sun, 19 Nov 2017 20:42:24 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the minority reading of the parable of the talents, Jesus compares the economics of the Empire with the economics of the Kingdom and contrasts Empire teaching with the teachings of Torah. Once again, Jesus calls for allegiance to the Kingdom in the face of tremendous pressure to collude with the Empire and its economic model. In the minority reading of the parable of the talents, Jesus compares the economics of the Empire with the economics of the Kingdom and contrasts Empire teaching with the teachings of Torah. Once again, Jesus calls for allegiance to the Kingdom in the face of tremendous pressure to collude with the Empire and its economic model. In the minority reading of the parable of the talents, Jesus compares the economics of the Empire with the economics of the Kingdom and contrasts Empire teaching with the teachings of Torah. Once again, Jesus calls for allegiance to the Kingdom in the … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21053447/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_whattodowithwhatyouvegot/id/354072 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21053447 Kingdom, Empire, economics, Jesus, Scripture: Matthew 15:14-15:30 Sun, 05 Nov 2017 20:56:04 +0000 Julian A. Davies Those who lay heavy burdens on the shoulders of others, making Torah a weight to be carried and not a joy to be experienced, come under close scrutiny by Jesus who manages to invert the expected order, saying, "The greatest among you will be your servant. All who exalt themselves will be humbled, and all who humble themselves will be exalted." Those who lay heavy burdens on the shoulders of others, making Torah a weight to be carried and not a joy to be experienced, come under close scrutiny by Jesus who manages to invert the expected order, saying, "The greatest among you will be your servant. All who exalt themselves will be humbled, and all who humble themselves will be exalted." Those who lay heavy burdens on the shoulders of others, making Torah a weight to be carried and not a joy to be experienced, come under close scrutiny by Jesus who manages to invert the expected order, saying, "The greatest among you will be your serva… Julian A. Davies 1680 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21044552/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_layingheavyburdensontheshoulde/id/2964243.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21044552 Torah, Jesus, Pharisees, Scripture: Matthew 23:1-23:12 Sun, 05 Nov 2017 20:56:04 +0000 Julian A. Davies Those who lay heavy burdens on the shoulders of others, making Torah a weight to be carried and not a joy to be experienced, come under close scrutiny by Jesus who manages to invert the expected order, saying, "The greatest among you will be your servant. All who exalt themselves will be humbled, and all who humble themselves will be exalted." Those who lay heavy burdens on the shoulders of others, making Torah a weight to be carried and not a joy to be experienced, come under close scrutiny by Jesus who manages to invert the expected order, saying, "The greatest among you will be your servant. All who exalt themselves will be humbled, and all who humble themselves will be exalted." Those who lay heavy burdens on the shoulders of others, making Torah a weight to be carried and not a joy to be experienced, come under close scrutiny by Jesus who manages to invert the expected order, saying, "The greatest among you will be your serva… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21044552/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_layingheavyburdensontheshoulde/id/353372 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21044552 Torah, Jesus, Pharisees, Scripture: Matthew 23:1-23:12 Sun, 29 Oct 2017 19:41:02 +0000 Julian A. Davies In today's lectionary Gospel passage, Jesus provides an overarching view of Hebrew Scripture in terms of love of God and love of neighbor. His claim, along with the authority he cites to make this claim, led John Wesley to write in "A Plain Account of Christian Perfection" that "You should be thoroughly aware of this—the heaven of heavens is love. There is nothing higher in religion; there is, in effect, nothing else; if you look for anything but more love, you are looking wide of the mark …" And the challenge for us today is live out that love in a world that calls it into question. In today's lectionary Gospel passage, Jesus provides an overarching view of Hebrew Scripture in terms of love of God and love of neighbor. His claim, along with the authority he cites to make this claim, led John Wesley to write in "A Plain Account of Christian Perfection" that "You should be thoroughly aware of this—the heaven of heavens is love. There is nothing higher in religion; there is, in effect, nothing else; if you look for anything but more love, you are looking wide of the mark …" And the challenge for us today is live out that love in a world that calls it into question. In today's lectionary Gospel passage, Jesus provides an overarching view of Hebrew Scripture in terms of love of God and love of neighbor. His claim, along with the authority he cites to make this claim, led John Wesley to write in "A Plain Account of … Julian A. Davies 1907 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21039868/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whichcommandmentinthelawistheg/id/2959737.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21039868 Jesus, Great Commandment, love, Torah, Scripture: Matthew 22:34-22:46 Sun, 29 Oct 2017 19:41:02 +0000 Julian A. Davies In today's lectionary Gospel passage, Jesus provides an overarching view of Hebrew Scripture in terms of love of God and love of neighbor. His claim, along with the authority he cites to make this claim, led John Wesley to write in "A Plain Account of Christian Perfection" that "You should be thoroughly aware of this—the heaven of heavens is love. There is nothing higher in religion; there is, in effect, nothing else; if you look for anything but more love, you are looking wide of the mark …" And the challenge for us today is live out that love in a world that calls it into question. In today's lectionary Gospel passage, Jesus provides an overarching view of Hebrew Scripture in terms of love of God and love of neighbor. His claim, along with the authority he cites to make this claim, led John Wesley to write in "A Plain Account of Christian Perfection" that "You should be thoroughly aware of this—the heaven of heavens is love. There is nothing higher in religion; there is, in effect, nothing else; if you look for anything but more love, you are looking wide of the mark …" And the challenge for us today is live out that love in a world that calls it into question. In today's lectionary Gospel passage, Jesus provides an overarching view of Hebrew Scripture in terms of love of God and love of neighbor. His claim, along with the authority he cites to make this claim, led John Wesley to write in "A Plain Account of … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21039868/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_whichcommandmentinthelawistheg/id/352998 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21039868 Jesus, Great Commandment, love, Torah, Scripture: Matthew 22:34-22:46 Sun, 22 Oct 2017 20:08:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Jesus, confronted with a question about taxes that is seemingly impossible to answer, shows how idolatry lies at the heart of the question and amazes his hearers with his response that questions where their loyalties really lie. Jesus, confronted with a question about taxes that is seemingly impossible to answer, shows how idolatry lies at the heart of the question and amazes his hearers with his response that questions where their loyalties really lie. Jesus, confronted with a question about taxes that is seemingly impossible to answer, shows how idolatry lies at the heart of the question and amazes his hearers with his response that questions where their loyalties really lie. … Julian A. Davies 2127 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21035270/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_payingyourtaxes/id/2955314.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21035270 Jesus, Temple, Idolatry, Kingdom, Empire, Scripture: Matthew 22:15-22:22 Sun, 22 Oct 2017 20:08:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Jesus, confronted with a question about taxes that is seemingly impossible to answer, shows how idolatry lies at the heart of the question and amazes his hearers with his response that questions where their loyalties really lie. Jesus, confronted with a question about taxes that is seemingly impossible to answer, shows how idolatry lies at the heart of the question and amazes his hearers with his response that questions where their loyalties really lie. Jesus, confronted with a question about taxes that is seemingly impossible to answer, shows how idolatry lies at the heart of the question and amazes his hearers with his response that questions where their loyalties really lie. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21035270/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_payingyourtaxes/id/352597 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21035270 Jesus, Temple, Idolatry, Kingdom, Empire, Scripture: Matthew 22:15-22:22 Sun, 15 Oct 2017 20:09:29 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the minority reading of this parable, the Kingdom of Heaven is compared (and contrasted) to the worldly kingdom of Herod, showing how a different set of criteria establish the Kingdom of Heaven here on earth. In the minority reading of this parable, the Kingdom of Heaven is compared (and contrasted) to the worldly kingdom of Herod, showing how a different set of criteria establish the Kingdom of Heaven here on earth. In the minority reading of this parable, the Kingdom of Heaven is compared (and contrasted) to the worldly kingdom of Herod, showing how a different set of criteria establish the Kingdom of Heaven here on earth. … Julian A. Davies 1533 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21030373/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_manyarecalledbutfewarechosen/id/2950655.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21030373 Kingdom, Parable, Jesus, Herod., Scripture: Matthew 22:1-22:14 Sun, 15 Oct 2017 20:09:29 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the minority reading of this parable, the Kingdom of Heaven is compared (and contrasted) to the worldly kingdom of Herod, showing how a different set of criteria establish the Kingdom of Heaven here on earth. In the minority reading of this parable, the Kingdom of Heaven is compared (and contrasted) to the worldly kingdom of Herod, showing how a different set of criteria establish the Kingdom of Heaven here on earth. In the minority reading of this parable, the Kingdom of Heaven is compared (and contrasted) to the worldly kingdom of Herod, showing how a different set of criteria establish the Kingdom of Heaven here on earth. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21030373/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_manyarecalledbutfewarechosen/id/352159 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21030373 Kingdom, Parable, Jesus, Herod., Scripture: Matthew 22:1-22:14 Sun, 08 Oct 2017 20:07:38 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies In another vineyard parable, Jesus calls into question the leadership of the chief priests and the Pharisees, and their role in shaping the Kingdom. In a message for today, Jesus asks what fruit are being produced? In another vineyard parable, Jesus calls into question the leadership of the chief priests and the Pharisees, and their role in shaping the Kingdom. In a message for today, Jesus asks what fruit are being produced? In another vineyard parable, Jesus calls into question the leadership of the chief priests and the Pharisees, and their role in shaping the Kingdom. In a message for today, Jesus asks what fruit are being produced? … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1564 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21025917/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thestonethatthebuildersreected/id/2946429.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21025917 Kingdom, Fruit, Cornerstone Sun, 08 Oct 2017 20:07:38 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies In another vineyard parable, Jesus calls into question the leadership of the chief priests and the Pharisees, and their role in shaping the Kingdom. In a message for today, Jesus asks what fruit are being produced? In another vineyard parable, Jesus calls into question the leadership of the chief priests and the Pharisees, and their role in shaping the Kingdom. In a message for today, Jesus asks what fruit are being produced? In another vineyard parable, Jesus calls into question the leadership of the chief priests and the Pharisees, and their role in shaping the Kingdom. In a message for today, Jesus asks what fruit are being produced? … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21025917/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thestonethatthebuildersreected/id/351802 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21025917 Kingdom, Fruit, Cornerstone Sun, 01 Oct 2017 19:55:38 +0000 Julian A. Davies Faced with questions concerning his authority while teaching in the Temple, Jesus turns the tables on those questioning him by probing their attitudes towards John the Baptist. As part of the debate, Jesus tells the parable of the two sons and relates a story centered on the coherence between words and deeds, an issue that continues to plague us today. Faced with questions concerning his authority while teaching in the Temple, Jesus turns the tables on those questioning him by probing their attitudes towards John the Baptist. As part of the debate, Jesus tells the parable of the two sons and relates a story centered on the coherence between words and deeds, an issue that continues to plague us today. Faced with questions concerning his authority while teaching in the Temple, Jesus turns the tables on those questioning him by probing their attitudes towards John the Baptist. As part of the debate, Jesus tells the parable of the two sons and relates … Julian A. Davies 1728 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21021585/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_theparableofthetwosons/id/2942234.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21021585 Words, Deeds, Coherence, Parable, Jesus, Temple., Scripture: Matthew 21:23-21:32 Sun, 01 Oct 2017 19:55:38 +0000 Julian A. Davies Faced with questions concerning his authority while teaching in the Temple, Jesus turns the tables on those questioning him by probing their attitudes towards John the Baptist. As part of the debate, Jesus tells the parable of the two sons and relates a story centered on the coherence between words and deeds, an issue that continues to plague us today. Faced with questions concerning his authority while teaching in the Temple, Jesus turns the tables on those questioning him by probing their attitudes towards John the Baptist. As part of the debate, Jesus tells the parable of the two sons and relates a story centered on the coherence between words and deeds, an issue that continues to plague us today. Faced with questions concerning his authority while teaching in the Temple, Jesus turns the tables on those questioning him by probing their attitudes towards John the Baptist. As part of the debate, Jesus tells the parable of the two sons and relates … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21021585/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_theparableofthetwosons/id/350676 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21021585 Words, Deeds, Coherence, Parable, Jesus, Temple., Scripture: Matthew 21:23-21:32 Sun, 24 Sep 2017 19:36:29 +0000 Julian A. Davies In this parable, Jesus speaks of labor and reward, illustrating the graciousness of God towards the covenant people. In a narrative that challenges today's views of distributive justice, Jesus shows how the grace of God is without end and points us to a future in which we extend grace without limit. In this parable, Jesus speaks of labor and reward, illustrating the graciousness of God towards the covenant people. In a narrative that challenges today's views of distributive justice, Jesus shows how the grace of God is without end and points us to a future in which we extend grace without limit. In this parable, Jesus speaks of labor and reward, illustrating the graciousness of God towards the covenant people. In a narrative that challenges today's views of distributive justice, Jesus shows how the grace of God is without end and points us to … Julian A. Davies 1304 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21017053/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_aminotallowedtodowhatichoosewi/id/2937895.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21017053 Grace, Justice, Inclusion, Scripture: Matthew 20:1-20:16 Sun, 24 Sep 2017 19:36:29 +0000 Julian A. Davies In this parable, Jesus speaks of labor and reward, illustrating the graciousness of God towards the covenant people. In a narrative that challenges today's views of distributive justice, Jesus shows how the grace of God is without end and points us to a future in which we extend grace without limit. In this parable, Jesus speaks of labor and reward, illustrating the graciousness of God towards the covenant people. In a narrative that challenges today's views of distributive justice, Jesus shows how the grace of God is without end and points us to a future in which we extend grace without limit. In this parable, Jesus speaks of labor and reward, illustrating the graciousness of God towards the covenant people. In a narrative that challenges today's views of distributive justice, Jesus shows how the grace of God is without end and points us to … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21017053/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_aminotallowedtodowhatichoosewi/id/350305 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21017053 Grace, Justice, Inclusion, Scripture: Matthew 20:1-20:16 Sun, 17 Sep 2017 19:44:19 +0000 Julian A. Davies In his parable on the forgiveness of debt, Jesus contrasts the way of the Kingdom of Heaven and the way of the empire. We are challenged to see whether or not we find ourselves cast as one of the characters in the parable, and if we can follow the way of the Kingdom in our own dealings with others. In his parable on the forgiveness of debt, Jesus contrasts the way of the Kingdom of Heaven and the way of the empire. We are challenged to see whether or not we find ourselves cast as one of the characters in the parable, and if we can follow the way of the Kingdom in our own dealings with others. In his parable on the forgiveness of debt, Jesus contrasts the way of the Kingdom of Heaven and the way of the empire. We are challenged to see whether or not we find ourselves cast as one of the characters in the parable, and if we can follow the way … Julian A. Davies 1950 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21012420/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_forgiveness/id/2933395.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21012420 Forgiveness, debt, parable, Scripture: Matthew 18:21-18:35 Sun, 17 Sep 2017 19:44:19 +0000 Julian A. Davies In his parable on the forgiveness of debt, Jesus contrasts the way of the Kingdom of Heaven and the way of the empire. We are challenged to see whether or not we find ourselves cast as one of the characters in the parable, and if we can follow the way of the Kingdom in our own dealings with others. In his parable on the forgiveness of debt, Jesus contrasts the way of the Kingdom of Heaven and the way of the empire. We are challenged to see whether or not we find ourselves cast as one of the characters in the parable, and if we can follow the way of the Kingdom in our own dealings with others. In his parable on the forgiveness of debt, Jesus contrasts the way of the Kingdom of Heaven and the way of the empire. We are challenged to see whether or not we find ourselves cast as one of the characters in the parable, and if we can follow the way … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21012420/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_forgiveness/id/349937 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21012420 Forgiveness, debt, parable, Scripture: Matthew 18:21-18:35 Sun, 10 Sep 2017 19:42:46 +0000 Julian A. Davies Today we look at a passage often described as "church discipline" and attempt to return it to its context in Matthew's Gospel and in the canon as a whole such that we can see how it functions in the life of the church today. Today we look at a passage often described as "church discipline" and attempt to return it to its context in Matthew's Gospel and in the canon as a whole such that we can see how it functions in the life of the church today. Today we look at a passage often described as "church discipline" and attempt to return it to its context in Matthew's Gospel and in the canon as a whole such that we can see how it functions in the life of the church today. … Julian A. Davies 1659 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21007944/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_wheretwoorthreearegatheredines/id/2929247.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21007944 Law, commandments, Torah, Scripture, church, Scripture: Matthew 18:15-18:20 Sun, 10 Sep 2017 19:42:46 +0000 Julian A. Davies Today we look at a passage often described as "church discipline" and attempt to return it to its context in Matthew's Gospel and in the canon as a whole such that we can see how it functions in the life of the church today. Today we look at a passage often described as "church discipline" and attempt to return it to its context in Matthew's Gospel and in the canon as a whole such that we can see how it functions in the life of the church today. Today we look at a passage often described as "church discipline" and attempt to return it to its context in Matthew's Gospel and in the canon as a whole such that we can see how it functions in the life of the church today. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21007944/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_wheretwoorthreearegatheredines/id/349196 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21007944 Law, commandments, Torah, Scripture, church, Scripture: Matthew 18:15-18:20 Sun, 03 Sep 2017 19:44:48 +0000 Julian A. Davies When Peter learns what it will mean for Jesus to live out his vocation as "the Messiah, Son of the living God" he reacts with horror, proclaiming, "God forbid ...". And yet, God does not forbid and Jesus indeed suffers, dies and is raised. When does God forbid and when does God allow? Do we make choices about how we react to situations or does God cause us to react without free agency? These important questions come to light in today's text, and are especially important when, as was the case with Peter, we are confronted by something too terrible to face. When Peter learns what it will mean for Jesus to live out his vocation as "the Messiah, Son of the living God" he reacts with horror, proclaiming, "God forbid ...". And yet, God does not forbid and Jesus indeed suffers, dies and is raised. When does God forbid and when does God allow? Do we make choices about how we react to situations or does God cause us to react without free agency? These important questions come to light in today's text, and are especially important when, as was the case with Peter, we are confronted by something too terrible to face. When Peter learns what it will mean for Jesus to live out his vocation as "the Messiah, Son of the living God" he reacts with horror, proclaiming, "God forbid ...". And yet, God does not forbid and Jesus indeed suffers, dies and is raised. When does Go… Julian A. Davies 1633 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21003489/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_getbehindmesatan/id/2925121.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21003489 Free will, Divine action, Providence, Scripture: Matthew 16:21-16:28 Sun, 03 Sep 2017 19:44:48 +0000 Julian A. Davies When Peter learns what it will mean for Jesus to live out his vocation as "the Messiah, Son of the living God" he reacts with horror, proclaiming, "God forbid ...". And yet, God does not forbid and Jesus indeed suffers, dies and is raised. When does God forbid and when does God allow? Do we make choices about how we react to situations or does God cause us to react without free agency? These important questions come to light in today's text, and are especially important when, as was the case with Peter, we are confronted by something too terrible to face. When Peter learns what it will mean for Jesus to live out his vocation as "the Messiah, Son of the living God" he reacts with horror, proclaiming, "God forbid ...". And yet, God does not forbid and Jesus indeed suffers, dies and is raised. When does God forbid and when does God allow? Do we make choices about how we react to situations or does God cause us to react without free agency? These important questions come to light in today's text, and are especially important when, as was the case with Peter, we are confronted by something too terrible to face. When Peter learns what it will mean for Jesus to live out his vocation as "the Messiah, Son of the living God" he reacts with horror, proclaiming, "God forbid ...". And yet, God does not forbid and Jesus indeed suffers, dies and is raised. When does Go… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21003489/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_getbehindmesatan/id/348863 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/21003489 Free will, Divine action, Providence, Scripture: Matthew 16:21-16:28 Sun, 13 Aug 2017 19:55:28 +0000 Julian A. Davies In this narrative, Jesus provides a model for discipleship as he shows us that we cannot stay at the mountaintop, where heaven and earth meet, but are called to come down to the troubled waters below, where the boat in which we sail is tossed and turned by storms. In this narrative, Jesus provides a model for discipleship as he shows us that we cannot stay at the mountaintop, where heaven and earth meet, but are called to come down to the troubled waters below, where the boat in which we sail is tossed and turned by storms. In this narrative, Jesus provides a model for discipleship as he shows us that we cannot stay at the mountaintop, where heaven and earth meet, but are called to come down to the troubled waters below, where the boat in which we sail is tossed and turne… Julian A. Davies 1378 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20990119/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_walkingonwater/id/2912377.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20990119 Jesus, discipleship, mountaintop, chaos, terror, Scripture: Matthew 14:22-14:33 Sun, 13 Aug 2017 19:55:28 +0000 Julian A. Davies In this narrative, Jesus provides a model for discipleship as he shows us that we cannot stay at the mountaintop, where heaven and earth meet, but are called to come down to the troubled waters below, where the boat in which we sail is tossed and turned by storms. In this narrative, Jesus provides a model for discipleship as he shows us that we cannot stay at the mountaintop, where heaven and earth meet, but are called to come down to the troubled waters below, where the boat in which we sail is tossed and turned by storms. In this narrative, Jesus provides a model for discipleship as he shows us that we cannot stay at the mountaintop, where heaven and earth meet, but are called to come down to the troubled waters below, where the boat in which we sail is tossed and turne… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20990119/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_walkingonwater/id/347753 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20990119 Jesus, discipleship, mountaintop, chaos, terror, Scripture: Matthew 14:22-14:33 Sun, 06 Aug 2017 19:44:31 +0000 Julian A. Davies How can we best read a text as familiar as the "Feeding of the Five Thousand"? The long history of the church suggests that a "literal" reading be accompanied by a 'spiritual" reading with the latter consisting of analogical, anagogical and moral components. When we look at the "Feeding of the Five Thousand" this way, we see how it speaks to not only the past but also to the present and future. How can we best read a text as familiar as the "Feeding of the Five Thousand"? The long history of the church suggests that a "literal" reading be accompanied by a 'spiritual" reading with the latter consisting of analogical, anagogical and moral components. When we look at the "Feeding of the Five Thousand" this way, we see how it speaks to not only the past but also to the present and future. How can we best read a text as familiar as the "Feeding of the Five Thousand"? The long history of the church suggests that a "literal" reading be accompanied by a 'spiritual" reading with the latter consisting of analogical, anagogical and moral compo… Julian A. Davies 1860 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20985359/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_loavesandfishes/id/2907821.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20985359 Scripture, Reading, Church, Scripture: Matthew 14:13-14:21 Sun, 06 Aug 2017 19:44:31 +0000 Julian A. Davies How can we best read a text as familiar as the "Feeding of the Five Thousand"? The long history of the church suggests that a "literal" reading be accompanied by a 'spiritual" reading with the latter consisting of analogical, anagogical and moral components. When we look at the "Feeding of the Five Thousand" this way, we see how it speaks to not only the past but also to the present and future. How can we best read a text as familiar as the "Feeding of the Five Thousand"? The long history of the church suggests that a "literal" reading be accompanied by a 'spiritual" reading with the latter consisting of analogical, anagogical and moral components. When we look at the "Feeding of the Five Thousand" this way, we see how it speaks to not only the past but also to the present and future. How can we best read a text as familiar as the "Feeding of the Five Thousand"? The long history of the church suggests that a "literal" reading be accompanied by a 'spiritual" reading with the latter consisting of analogical, anagogical and moral compo… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20985359/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_loavesandfishes/id/347400 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20985359 Scripture, Reading, Church, Scripture: Matthew 14:13-14:21 Sun, 30 Jul 2017 19:42:17 +0000 Julian A. Davies In a set of parables on the Kingdom of Heaven, Jesus shows how the status quo will be overturned by the onset of the Kingdom in ways that challenge us. A commitment to the Kingdom brings with it a willingness to let go of the status quo and step into the Kingdom, even when the path ahead looks challenging. In a set of parables on the Kingdom of Heaven, Jesus shows how the status quo will be overturned by the onset of the Kingdom in ways that challenge us. A commitment to the Kingdom brings with it a willingness to let go of the status quo and step into the Kingdom, even when the path ahead looks challenging. In a set of parables on the Kingdom of Heaven, Jesus shows how the status quo will be overturned by the onset of the Kingdom in ways that challenge us. A commitment to the Kingdom brings with it a willingness to let go of the status quo and step into t… Julian A. Davies 1498 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20980937/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_mustardandyeast/id/2903550.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20980937 Kingdom of Heaven, Parable, Jesus, Scripture: Matthew 13:31-13:52 Sun, 30 Jul 2017 19:42:17 +0000 Julian A. Davies In a set of parables on the Kingdom of Heaven, Jesus shows how the status quo will be overturned by the onset of the Kingdom in ways that challenge us. A commitment to the Kingdom brings with it a willingness to let go of the status quo and step into the Kingdom, even when the path ahead looks challenging. In a set of parables on the Kingdom of Heaven, Jesus shows how the status quo will be overturned by the onset of the Kingdom in ways that challenge us. A commitment to the Kingdom brings with it a willingness to let go of the status quo and step into the Kingdom, even when the path ahead looks challenging. In a set of parables on the Kingdom of Heaven, Jesus shows how the status quo will be overturned by the onset of the Kingdom in ways that challenge us. A commitment to the Kingdom brings with it a willingness to let go of the status quo and step into t… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20980937/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_mustardandyeast/id/347030 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20980937 Kingdom of Heaven, Parable, Jesus, Scripture: Matthew 13:31-13:52 Sun, 23 Jul 2017 19:36:34 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the parable of the wheat and the weeds, Jesus challenges our notions about reward and punishment. Why is it that the weeds get to grow among the wheat all through the growing season and are only separated at harvest time (the end of the age)? In the parable of the wheat and the weeds, Jesus challenges our notions about reward and punishment. Why is it that the weeds get to grow among the wheat all through the growing season and are only separated at harvest time (the end of the age)? In the parable of the wheat and the weeds, Jesus challenges our notions about reward and punishment. Why is it that the weeds get to grow among the wheat all through the growing season and are only separated at harvest time (the end of the age)? … Julian A. Davies 1210 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20976399/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_letanyonewithearslisten/id/2899123.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20976399 Parable, Jesus, Wheat, Weeds, Scripture: Matthew 1:24-13:43 Sun, 23 Jul 2017 19:36:34 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the parable of the wheat and the weeds, Jesus challenges our notions about reward and punishment. Why is it that the weeds get to grow among the wheat all through the growing season and are only separated at harvest time (the end of the age)? In the parable of the wheat and the weeds, Jesus challenges our notions about reward and punishment. Why is it that the weeds get to grow among the wheat all through the growing season and are only separated at harvest time (the end of the age)? In the parable of the wheat and the weeds, Jesus challenges our notions about reward and punishment. Why is it that the weeds get to grow among the wheat all through the growing season and are only separated at harvest time (the end of the age)? … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20976399/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_letanyonewithearslisten/id/346617 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20976399 Parable, Jesus, Wheat, Weeds, Scripture: Matthew 1:24-13:43 Mon, 17 Jul 2017 00:16:53 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the parable of the sower and the seeds, Jesus instructs his hearers about the centrality of the "word of the Kingdom" and how living a life shaped by this word gives meaning and purpose while ushering in the Kingdom. In the parable of the sower and the seeds, Jesus instructs his hearers about the centrality of the "word of the Kingdom" and how living a life shaped by this word gives meaning and purpose while ushering in the Kingdom. In the parable of the sower and the seeds, Jesus instructs his hearers about the centrality of the "word of the Kingdom" and how living a life shaped by this word gives meaning and purpose while ushering in the Kingdom.… Julian A. Davies 1652 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20971881/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_sowingseeds/id/2894959.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20971881 Word of the Kingdom, logos, Word made flesh, Scripture: Matthew 13:1-13:23 Mon, 17 Jul 2017 00:16:53 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the parable of the sower and the seeds, Jesus instructs his hearers about the centrality of the "word of the Kingdom" and how living a life shaped by this word gives meaning and purpose while ushering in the Kingdom. In the parable of the sower and the seeds, Jesus instructs his hearers about the centrality of the "word of the Kingdom" and how living a life shaped by this word gives meaning and purpose while ushering in the Kingdom. In the parable of the sower and the seeds, Jesus instructs his hearers about the centrality of the "word of the Kingdom" and how living a life shaped by this word gives meaning and purpose while ushering in the Kingdom.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20971881/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_sowingseeds/id/346221 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20971881 Word of the Kingdom, logos, Word made flesh, Scripture: Matthew 13:1-13:23 Sun, 09 Jul 2017 19:40:40 +0000 Julian A. Davies What God knows about you is far more important than what people think about you. Jesus offers to share our burdens and to show us a way to be at one with God, without regard to what others might think. What God knows about you is far more important than what people think about you. Jesus offers to share our burdens and to show us a way to be at one with God, without regard to what others might think. What God knows about you is far more important than what people think about you. Jesus offers to share our burdens and to show us a way to be at one with God, without regard to what others might think. … Julian A. Davies 1173 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20967166/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whenyouustcantwin/id/2890544.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20967166 Burdens, Jesus, Sharing the load., Scripture: Matthew 11:16-11:30 Sun, 09 Jul 2017 19:40:40 +0000 Julian A. Davies What God knows about you is far more important than what people think about you. Jesus offers to share our burdens and to show us a way to be at one with God, without regard to what others might think. What God knows about you is far more important than what people think about you. Jesus offers to share our burdens and to show us a way to be at one with God, without regard to what others might think. What God knows about you is far more important than what people think about you. Jesus offers to share our burdens and to show us a way to be at one with God, without regard to what others might think. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20967166/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_whenyouustcantwin/id/345805 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20967166 Burdens, Jesus, Sharing the load., Scripture: Matthew 11:16-11:30 Sun, 02 Jul 2017 20:02:18 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies The people of Biblical Israel saw hospitality as a cultural value of prime importance. Jesus spoke of being welcoming on several occasions and showed how a people can be formed by hospitality such that when they welcome another, they welcome the presence of God among them. The people of Biblical Israel saw hospitality as a cultural value of prime importance. Jesus spoke of being welcoming on several occasions and showed how a people can be formed by hospitality such that when they welcome another, they welcome the presence of God among them. The people of Biblical Israel saw hospitality as a cultural value of prime importance. Jesus spoke of being welcoming on several occasions and showed how a people can be formed by hospitality such that when they welcome another, they welcome the presen… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1792 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20962889/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_onbeingwelcoming/id/2886379.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20962889 Welcome, hospitality, cultural values Sun, 02 Jul 2017 20:02:18 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies The people of Biblical Israel saw hospitality as a cultural value of prime importance. Jesus spoke of being welcoming on several occasions and showed how a people can be formed by hospitality such that when they welcome another, they welcome the presence of God among them. The people of Biblical Israel saw hospitality as a cultural value of prime importance. Jesus spoke of being welcoming on several occasions and showed how a people can be formed by hospitality such that when they welcome another, they welcome the presence of God among them. The people of Biblical Israel saw hospitality as a cultural value of prime importance. Jesus spoke of being welcoming on several occasions and showed how a people can be formed by hospitality such that when they welcome another, they welcome the presen… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20962889/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_onbeingwelcoming/id/345442 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20962889 Welcome, hospitality, cultural values Sun, 25 Jun 2017 20:05:16 +0000 Julian A. Davies Today's lectionary Gospel passage challenges us to think seriously about our priorities and if our actions line up with our words. Today's lectionary Gospel passage challenges us to think seriously about our priorities and if our actions line up with our words. Today's lectionary Gospel passage challenges us to think seriously about our priorities and if our actions line up with our words.… Julian A. Davies 1753 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20958464/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_priorities/id/2882052.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20958464 Jesus, Priorities, Gospel, Scripture: Matthew 10:24-10:39 Sun, 25 Jun 2017 20:05:16 +0000 Julian A. Davies Today's lectionary Gospel passage challenges us to think seriously about our priorities and if our actions line up with our words. Today's lectionary Gospel passage challenges us to think seriously about our priorities and if our actions line up with our words. Today's lectionary Gospel passage challenges us to think seriously about our priorities and if our actions line up with our words.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20958464/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_priorities/id/345067 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20958464 Jesus, Priorities, Gospel, Scripture: Matthew 10:24-10:39 Sun, 18 Jun 2017 22:10:37 +0000 Julian A. Davies The message of Jesus on the Kingdom of Heaven coming near speaks directly to health and wholeness through healing of disease and sickness. We examine the approach that Jesus takes and we see how that can inform our own work in the world to provide glimpses of the Kingdom. The message of Jesus on the Kingdom of Heaven coming near speaks directly to health and wholeness through healing of disease and sickness. We examine the approach that Jesus takes and we see how that can inform our own work in the world to provide glimpses of the Kingdom. The message of Jesus on the Kingdom of Heaven coming near speaks directly to health and wholeness through healing of disease and sickness. We examine the approach that Jesus takes and we see how that can inform our own work in the world to provide glim… Julian A. Davies 1522 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20954090/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thekingdomofheavenhascomenear/id/2877966.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20954090 Kingdom of Heaven, Jesus, wholeness, health, Scripture: Matthew 1:35-10:8 Sun, 18 Jun 2017 22:10:37 +0000 Julian A. Davies The message of Jesus on the Kingdom of Heaven coming near speaks directly to health and wholeness through healing of disease and sickness. We examine the approach that Jesus takes and we see how that can inform our own work in the world to provide glimpses of the Kingdom. The message of Jesus on the Kingdom of Heaven coming near speaks directly to health and wholeness through healing of disease and sickness. We examine the approach that Jesus takes and we see how that can inform our own work in the world to provide glimpses of the Kingdom. The message of Jesus on the Kingdom of Heaven coming near speaks directly to health and wholeness through healing of disease and sickness. We examine the approach that Jesus takes and we see how that can inform our own work in the world to provide glim… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20954090/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thekingdomofheavenhascomenear/id/344728 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20954090 Kingdom of Heaven, Jesus, wholeness, health, Scripture: Matthew 1:35-10:8 Sun, 11 Jun 2017 19:53:46 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Trinity Sunday we look to Scripture, tradition, reason and experience to talk about God in a way that informs our understanding of what it means to be made in the Image of God and how that influences who we are as the church today On this Trinity Sunday we look to Scripture, tradition, reason and experience to talk about God in a way that informs our understanding of what it means to be made in the Image of God and how that influences who we are as the church today On this Trinity Sunday we look to Scripture, tradition, reason and experience to talk about God in a way that informs our understanding of what it means to be made in the Image of God and how that influences who we are as the church today… Julian A. Davies 2278 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20949601/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_inthenameofthefatherandoftheso/id/2873658.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20949601 Trinity, Creed, Church, Scripture: Matthew 28:16-28:20 Sun, 11 Jun 2017 19:53:46 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Trinity Sunday we look to Scripture, tradition, reason and experience to talk about God in a way that informs our understanding of what it means to be made in the Image of God and how that influences who we are as the church today On this Trinity Sunday we look to Scripture, tradition, reason and experience to talk about God in a way that informs our understanding of what it means to be made in the Image of God and how that influences who we are as the church today On this Trinity Sunday we look to Scripture, tradition, reason and experience to talk about God in a way that informs our understanding of what it means to be made in the Image of God and how that influences who we are as the church today… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20949601/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_inthenameofthefatherandoftheso/id/344363 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20949601 Trinity, Creed, Church, Scripture: Matthew 28:16-28:20 Sun, 04 Jun 2017 20:12:41 +0000 Julian A. Davies On Pentecost we look to the culmination of Passover, the Counting of the Omer, and Shavuot to see the Jewish routes that help us understand the particular Pentecost event described in the Acts of the Apostles and how the outpouring of the Holy Spirit inspires and empowers us in bringing forth the Kingdom of God. On Pentecost we look to the culmination of Passover, the Counting of the Omer, and Shavuot to see the Jewish routes that help us understand the particular Pentecost event described in the Acts of the Apostles and how the outpouring of the Holy Spirit inspires and empowers us in bringing forth the Kingdom of God. On Pentecost we look to the culmination of Passover, the Counting of the Omer, and Shavuot to see the Jewish routes that help us understand the particular Pentecost event described in the Acts of the Apostles and how the outpouring of the Holy Spirit i… Julian A. Davies 1499 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20945124/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_pentecost/id/2869371.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20945124 Pentecost, Holy Spirit, Scripture: Acts 2:1-2:21 Sun, 04 Jun 2017 20:12:41 +0000 Julian A. Davies On Pentecost we look to the culmination of Passover, the Counting of the Omer, and Shavuot to see the Jewish routes that help us understand the particular Pentecost event described in the Acts of the Apostles and how the outpouring of the Holy Spirit inspires and empowers us in bringing forth the Kingdom of God. On Pentecost we look to the culmination of Passover, the Counting of the Omer, and Shavuot to see the Jewish routes that help us understand the particular Pentecost event described in the Acts of the Apostles and how the outpouring of the Holy Spirit inspires and empowers us in bringing forth the Kingdom of God. On Pentecost we look to the culmination of Passover, the Counting of the Omer, and Shavuot to see the Jewish routes that help us understand the particular Pentecost event described in the Acts of the Apostles and how the outpouring of the Holy Spirit i… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20945124/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_pentecost/id/343993 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20945124 Pentecost, Holy Spirit, Scripture: Acts 2:1-2:21 Sun, 28 May 2017 19:53:42 +0000 Julian A. Davies The Ascension of Jesus doesn't mean that Jesus is absent from us but rather that Jesus is both present and exalted! We look at the ways in which Ascension is depicted in art, cartoons and movies to make sense of the differences between symbols and literal meaning. The Ascension of Jesus doesn't mean that Jesus is absent from us but rather that Jesus is both present and exalted! We look at the ways in which Ascension is depicted in art, cartoons and movies to make sense of the differences between symbols and literal meaning. The Ascension of Jesus doesn't mean that Jesus is absent from us but rather that Jesus is both present and exalted! We look at the ways in which Ascension is depicted in art, cartoons and movies to make sense of the differences between symbols and lit… Julian A. Davies 1565 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20938477/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_ascension/id/2863581.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20938477 Ascension, Jesus, Exaltation, Scripture: Luke 24:44-24:53 Sun, 28 May 2017 19:53:42 +0000 Julian A. Davies The Ascension of Jesus doesn't mean that Jesus is absent from us but rather that Jesus is both present and exalted! We look at the ways in which Ascension is depicted in art, cartoons and movies to make sense of the differences between symbols and literal meaning. The Ascension of Jesus doesn't mean that Jesus is absent from us but rather that Jesus is both present and exalted! We look at the ways in which Ascension is depicted in art, cartoons and movies to make sense of the differences between symbols and literal meaning. The Ascension of Jesus doesn't mean that Jesus is absent from us but rather that Jesus is both present and exalted! We look at the ways in which Ascension is depicted in art, cartoons and movies to make sense of the differences between symbols and lit… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20938477/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_ascension/id/343594 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20938477 Ascension, Jesus, Exaltation, Scripture: Luke 24:44-24:53 Mon, 22 May 2017 21:54:35 +0000 Diana M. Mathias Join us as we take a look at The Gospel of John's theology around the Trinity, Jesus' final return and Jesus' last words to the disciples before the crucifixion. Join us as we take a look at The Gospel of John's theology around the Trinity, Jesus' final return and Jesus' last words to the disciples before the crucifixion. Join us as we take a look at The Gospel of John's theology around the Trinity, Jesus' final return and Jesus' last words to the disciples before the crucifixion. … Diana M. Mathias 1212 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20935098/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_anotheradvocate/id/2860465.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20935098 Christian, Jesus, John, Holy Spirit, Trinity, Scripture: John 14:15-14:21, Psalms 66:8-66:20 Mon, 22 May 2017 21:54:35 +0000 Diana M. Mathias Join us as we take a look at The Gospel of John's theology around the Trinity, Jesus' final return and Jesus' last words to the disciples before the crucifixion. Join us as we take a look at The Gospel of John's theology around the Trinity, Jesus' final return and Jesus' last words to the disciples before the crucifixion. Join us as we take a look at The Gospel of John's theology around the Trinity, Jesus' final return and Jesus' last words to the disciples before the crucifixion. … Diana M. Mathias https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20935098/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_anotheradvocate/id/343334 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20935098 Christian, Jesus, John, Holy Spirit, Trinity, Scripture: John 14:15-14:21, Psalms 66:8-66:20 Sun, 14 May 2017 16:45:58 +0000 Diana M. Mathias Join us for worship at 10:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. on Sundays at The University Church, 4747 Hill Avenue in Toledo, Ohio. All are welcome. Join us for worship at 10:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. on Sundays at The University Church, 4747 Hill Avenue in Toledo, Ohio. All are welcome. Join us for worship at 10:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. on Sundays at The University Church, 4747 Hill Avenue in Toledo, Ohio. All are welcome.… Diana M. Mathias 1100 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20928756/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_showusthefather/id/2854407.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20928756 Jesus, Gospel, John, Christian, Hope, Comfort, Scripture: Psalms 31:1-31:16, John 14:1-14:14 Sun, 14 May 2017 16:45:58 +0000 Diana M. Mathias Join us for worship at 10:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. on Sundays at The University Church, 4747 Hill Avenue in Toledo, Ohio. All are welcome. Join us for worship at 10:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. on Sundays at The University Church, 4747 Hill Avenue in Toledo, Ohio. All are welcome. Join us for worship at 10:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. on Sundays at The University Church, 4747 Hill Avenue in Toledo, Ohio. All are welcome.… Diana M. Mathias https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20928756/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_showusthefather/id/342812 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20928756 Jesus, Gospel, John, Christian, Hope, Comfort, Scripture: Psalms 31:1-31:16, John 14:1-14:14 Sun, 07 May 2017 19:59:19 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we journey through the season of Easter, we encounter John's account of Jesus describing the abundant life using the images of sheep, shepherds, thieves, and hired hands. The abundant life turns out to be one laid before God to be picked up again in ways that exceed our greatest expectations in terms of doing no harm, doing all the good we can, and staying in love with God. As we journey through the season of Easter, we encounter John's account of Jesus describing the abundant life using the images of sheep, shepherds, thieves, and hired hands. The abundant life turns out to be one laid before God to be picked up again in ways that exceed our greatest expectations in terms of doing no harm, doing all the good we can, and staying in love with God. As we journey through the season of Easter, we encounter John's account of Jesus describing the abundant life using the images of sheep, shepherds, thieves, and hired hands. The abundant life turns out to be one laid before God to be picked up again in… Julian A. Davies 1649 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20924676/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_abundantlife/id/2850490.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20924676 Abundant life, Easter, Sheep, Shepherds, Scripture: John 10:1-10:18 Sun, 07 May 2017 19:59:19 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we journey through the season of Easter, we encounter John's account of Jesus describing the abundant life using the images of sheep, shepherds, thieves, and hired hands. The abundant life turns out to be one laid before God to be picked up again in ways that exceed our greatest expectations in terms of doing no harm, doing all the good we can, and staying in love with God. As we journey through the season of Easter, we encounter John's account of Jesus describing the abundant life using the images of sheep, shepherds, thieves, and hired hands. The abundant life turns out to be one laid before God to be picked up again in ways that exceed our greatest expectations in terms of doing no harm, doing all the good we can, and staying in love with God. As we journey through the season of Easter, we encounter John's account of Jesus describing the abundant life using the images of sheep, shepherds, thieves, and hired hands. The abundant life turns out to be one laid before God to be picked up again in… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20924676/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_abundantlife/id/342421 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20924676 Abundant life, Easter, Sheep, Shepherds, Scripture: John 10:1-10:18 Sun, 30 Apr 2017 19:49:05 +0000 Julian A. Davies In this post-resurrection encounter with Jesus, two travelers have their eyes opened and discover that salvation has indeed come to God's people. In this post-resurrection encounter with Jesus, two travelers have their eyes opened and discover that salvation has indeed come to God's people. In this post-resurrection encounter with Jesus, two travelers have their eyes opened and discover that salvation has indeed come to God's people. … Julian A. Davies 1883 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20920021/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_ontheroadagain/id/2845999.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20920021 Resurrection, Salvation, Narrative, Scripture: Luke 24:13-24:35 Sun, 30 Apr 2017 19:49:05 +0000 Julian A. Davies In this post-resurrection encounter with Jesus, two travelers have their eyes opened and discover that salvation has indeed come to God's people. In this post-resurrection encounter with Jesus, two travelers have their eyes opened and discover that salvation has indeed come to God's people. In this post-resurrection encounter with Jesus, two travelers have their eyes opened and discover that salvation has indeed come to God's people. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20920021/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_ontheroadagain/id/342031 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20920021 Resurrection, Salvation, Narrative, Scripture: Luke 24:13-24:35 Sun, 23 Apr 2017 19:48:08 +0000 Julian A. Davies In John's Gospel, Jesus appears following the resurrection amidst confusion, doubt and fear. Clarity, certainty, and fearlessness do not seem to be prerequisites for an encounter with the risen Christ. In John's Gospel, Jesus appears following the resurrection amidst confusion, doubt and fear. Clarity, certainty, and fearlessness do not seem to be prerequisites for an encounter with the risen Christ. In John's Gospel, Jesus appears following the resurrection amidst confusion, doubt and fear. Clarity, certainty, and fearlessness do not seem to be prerequisites for an encounter with the risen Christ. … Julian A. Davies 1280 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20915207/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_mylordandmygod/id/2841524.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20915207 Thomas, Jesus, Doubt, Confusion, Fear, Scripture: John 2:19-20:31 Sun, 23 Apr 2017 19:48:08 +0000 Julian A. Davies In John's Gospel, Jesus appears following the resurrection amidst confusion, doubt and fear. Clarity, certainty, and fearlessness do not seem to be prerequisites for an encounter with the risen Christ. In John's Gospel, Jesus appears following the resurrection amidst confusion, doubt and fear. Clarity, certainty, and fearlessness do not seem to be prerequisites for an encounter with the risen Christ. In John's Gospel, Jesus appears following the resurrection amidst confusion, doubt and fear. Clarity, certainty, and fearlessness do not seem to be prerequisites for an encounter with the risen Christ. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20915207/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_mylordandmygod/id/341658 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20915207 Thomas, Jesus, Doubt, Confusion, Fear, Scripture: John 2:19-20:31 Sun, 16 Apr 2017 19:55:08 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Easter Sunday we look to John's Gospel account of the discovery of the empty tomb to discover how Jesus appears to the least likely of people in the midst of sorrow and weeping. On this Easter Sunday we look to John's Gospel account of the discovery of the empty tomb to discover how Jesus appears to the least likely of people in the midst of sorrow and weeping. On this Easter Sunday we look to John's Gospel account of the discovery of the empty tomb to discover how Jesus appears to the least likely of people in the midst of sorrow and weeping. … Julian A. Davies 1361 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20910353/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whyareyouweeping/id/2836794.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20910353 Resurrection, Easter, Scripture: John 2:1-20:18 Sun, 16 Apr 2017 19:55:08 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Easter Sunday we look to John's Gospel account of the discovery of the empty tomb to discover how Jesus appears to the least likely of people in the midst of sorrow and weeping. On this Easter Sunday we look to John's Gospel account of the discovery of the empty tomb to discover how Jesus appears to the least likely of people in the midst of sorrow and weeping. On this Easter Sunday we look to John's Gospel account of the discovery of the empty tomb to discover how Jesus appears to the least likely of people in the midst of sorrow and weeping. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20910353/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_whyareyouweeping/id/341297 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20910353 Resurrection, Easter, Scripture: John 2:1-20:18 Sun, 09 Apr 2017 19:47:35 +0000 Julian A. Davies The big question as Jesus entered Jerusalem was, "Who is this?" and Matthew answers the question with signs and symbols that point to Jesus as King, Messiah, Savior, son of David, and Lord. Knowing who is points us to the outcome of the Jerusalem story - the Lordship of Christ over all the world. The big question as Jesus entered Jerusalem was, "Who is this?" and Matthew answers the question with signs and symbols that point to Jesus as King, Messiah, Savior, son of David, and Lord. Knowing who is points us to the outcome of the Jerusalem story - the Lordship of Christ over all the world. The big question as Jesus entered Jerusalem was, "Who is this?" and Matthew answers the question with signs and symbols that point to Jesus as King, Messiah, Savior, son of David, and Lord. Knowing who is points us to the outcome of the Jerusalem story… Julian A. Davies 1361 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20905256/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whoisthis/id/2831959.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20905256 Jesus, Jerusalem, Lent, Scripture: Matthew 21:1-21:11 Sun, 09 Apr 2017 19:47:35 +0000 Julian A. Davies The big question as Jesus entered Jerusalem was, "Who is this?" and Matthew answers the question with signs and symbols that point to Jesus as King, Messiah, Savior, son of David, and Lord. Knowing who is points us to the outcome of the Jerusalem story - the Lordship of Christ over all the world. The big question as Jesus entered Jerusalem was, "Who is this?" and Matthew answers the question with signs and symbols that point to Jesus as King, Messiah, Savior, son of David, and Lord. Knowing who is points us to the outcome of the Jerusalem story - the Lordship of Christ over all the world. The big question as Jesus entered Jerusalem was, "Who is this?" and Matthew answers the question with signs and symbols that point to Jesus as King, Messiah, Savior, son of David, and Lord. Knowing who is points us to the outcome of the Jerusalem story… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20905256/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_whoisthis/id/340905 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20905256 Jesus, Jerusalem, Lent, Scripture: Matthew 21:1-21:11 Sun, 02 Apr 2017 19:56:18 +0000 Julian A. Davies As Easter approaches, we see resistance to the message of Jesus mount as a plot to end his life takes shape. Can the death of one man really take the place of the death of many, or is something missing from such an idea? The resurrection lies in an unexpected future at this stage of the story and the leaders of the Sanhedrin press ahead without understanding exactly what they are plotting. As Easter approaches, we see resistance to the message of Jesus mount as a plot to end his life takes shape. Can the death of one man really take the place of the death of many, or is something missing from such an idea? The resurrection lies in an unexpected future at this stage of the story and the leaders of the Sanhedrin press ahead without understanding exactly what they are plotting. As Easter approaches, we see resistance to the message of Jesus mount as a plot to end his life takes shape. Can the death of one man really take the place of the death of many, or is something missing from such an idea? The resurrection lies in an un… Julian A. Davies 1490 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20900445/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_oneman/id/2827433.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20900445 Jesus, Easter, Sanhedrin, Scripture: John 11:45-11:53 Sun, 02 Apr 2017 19:56:18 +0000 Julian A. Davies As Easter approaches, we see resistance to the message of Jesus mount as a plot to end his life takes shape. Can the death of one man really take the place of the death of many, or is something missing from such an idea? The resurrection lies in an unexpected future at this stage of the story and the leaders of the Sanhedrin press ahead without understanding exactly what they are plotting. As Easter approaches, we see resistance to the message of Jesus mount as a plot to end his life takes shape. Can the death of one man really take the place of the death of many, or is something missing from such an idea? The resurrection lies in an unexpected future at this stage of the story and the leaders of the Sanhedrin press ahead without understanding exactly what they are plotting. As Easter approaches, we see resistance to the message of Jesus mount as a plot to end his life takes shape. Can the death of one man really take the place of the death of many, or is something missing from such an idea? The resurrection lies in an un… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20900445/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_oneman/id/340517 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20900445 Jesus, Easter, Sanhedrin, Scripture: John 11:45-11:53 Sun, 26 Mar 2017 20:00:54 +0000 Julian A. Davies In John's account of the healing of a blind man by Jesus we see how the text proclaims that Jesus is Lord (while Caesar is not) and that Jesus is the revelation of God (YHWH) in the world. The text calls us to a journey of penitence as we approach Easter week. In John's account of the healing of a blind man by Jesus we see how the text proclaims that Jesus is Lord (while Caesar is not) and that Jesus is the revelation of God (YHWH) in the world. The text calls us to a journey of penitence as we approach Easter week. In John's account of the healing of a blind man by Jesus we see how the text proclaims that Jesus is Lord (while Caesar is not) and that Jesus is the revelation of God (YHWH) in the world. The text calls us to a journey of penitence as we approach East… Julian A. Davies 1728 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20895214/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_sight/id/2822549.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20895214 Lent, Jesus, Blindness, Sight., Scripture: John 9:1-9:41 Sun, 26 Mar 2017 20:00:54 +0000 Julian A. Davies In John's account of the healing of a blind man by Jesus we see how the text proclaims that Jesus is Lord (while Caesar is not) and that Jesus is the revelation of God (YHWH) in the world. The text calls us to a journey of penitence as we approach Easter week. In John's account of the healing of a blind man by Jesus we see how the text proclaims that Jesus is Lord (while Caesar is not) and that Jesus is the revelation of God (YHWH) in the world. The text calls us to a journey of penitence as we approach Easter week. In John's account of the healing of a blind man by Jesus we see how the text proclaims that Jesus is Lord (while Caesar is not) and that Jesus is the revelation of God (YHWH) in the world. The text calls us to a journey of penitence as we approach East… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20895214/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_sight/id/340076 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20895214 Lent, Jesus, Blindness, Sight., Scripture: John 9:1-9:41 Sun, 19 Mar 2017 19:38:41 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the familiar story of the Samaritan woman at the well, Jesus seeks to symbolically repair the historic damage to the covenant by including the people of Samaria, a group that were often excluded and marginalized at that time. Jesus opens the door through an encounter and a conversation, showing us how to restore broken covenants and move towards a fuller realization of the Kingdom of God. In the familiar story of the Samaritan woman at the well, Jesus seeks to symbolically repair the historic damage to the covenant by including the people of Samaria, a group that were often excluded and marginalized at that time. Jesus opens the door through an encounter and a conversation, showing us how to restore broken covenants and move towards a fuller realization of the Kingdom of God. In the familiar story of the Samaritan woman at the well, Jesus seeks to symbolically repair the historic damage to the covenant by including the people of Samaria, a group that were often excluded and marginalized at that time. Jesus opens the door th… Julian A. Davies 1868 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20890169/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_encounter/id/2817664.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20890169 Covvenant, Jesus, Israel, Samaria, Conversation, Scripture: John 4:1-4:42 Sun, 19 Mar 2017 19:38:41 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the familiar story of the Samaritan woman at the well, Jesus seeks to symbolically repair the historic damage to the covenant by including the people of Samaria, a group that were often excluded and marginalized at that time. Jesus opens the door through an encounter and a conversation, showing us how to restore broken covenants and move towards a fuller realization of the Kingdom of God. In the familiar story of the Samaritan woman at the well, Jesus seeks to symbolically repair the historic damage to the covenant by including the people of Samaria, a group that were often excluded and marginalized at that time. Jesus opens the door through an encounter and a conversation, showing us how to restore broken covenants and move towards a fuller realization of the Kingdom of God. In the familiar story of the Samaritan woman at the well, Jesus seeks to symbolically repair the historic damage to the covenant by including the people of Samaria, a group that were often excluded and marginalized at that time. Jesus opens the door th… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20890169/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_encounter/id/339701 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20890169 Covvenant, Jesus, Israel, Samaria, Conversation, Scripture: John 4:1-4:42 Sun, 12 Mar 2017 19:42:59 +0000 Julian A. Davies While John 3:16 is perhaps the best known verse in the New Testament, the two preceding verses, which explain the context by reference to Moses and the events of the Exodus, often pass without comment. We see in these verses the parallel between Moses and the Exodus journey, and the journey of Jesus to Jerusalem. During Lent, we focus on the tools of Lenten discipline to help free us from whatever it might be that enslaves us and prevents us from loving God with all our heart, soul, and might. While John 3:16 is perhaps the best known verse in the New Testament, the two preceding verses, which explain the context by reference to Moses and the events of the Exodus, often pass without comment. We see in these verses the parallel between Moses and the Exodus journey, and the journey of Jesus to Jerusalem. During Lent, we focus on the tools of Lenten discipline to help free us from whatever it might be that enslaves us and prevents us from loving God with all our heart, soul, and might. While John 3:16 is perhaps the best known verse in the New Testament, the two preceding verses, which explain the context by reference to Moses and the events of the Exodus, often pass without comment. We see in these verses the parallel between Moses … Julian A. Davies 1595 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20884480/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_belief/id/2812367.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20884480 Lent, Jesus, Moses, Exodus, Faith, Belief, Trust, Scripture: John 3:1-3:17 Sun, 12 Mar 2017 19:42:59 +0000 Julian A. Davies While John 3:16 is perhaps the best known verse in the New Testament, the two preceding verses, which explain the context by reference to Moses and the events of the Exodus, often pass without comment. We see in these verses the parallel between Moses and the Exodus journey, and the journey of Jesus to Jerusalem. During Lent, we focus on the tools of Lenten discipline to help free us from whatever it might be that enslaves us and prevents us from loving God with all our heart, soul, and might. While John 3:16 is perhaps the best known verse in the New Testament, the two preceding verses, which explain the context by reference to Moses and the events of the Exodus, often pass without comment. We see in these verses the parallel between Moses and the Exodus journey, and the journey of Jesus to Jerusalem. During Lent, we focus on the tools of Lenten discipline to help free us from whatever it might be that enslaves us and prevents us from loving God with all our heart, soul, and might. While John 3:16 is perhaps the best known verse in the New Testament, the two preceding verses, which explain the context by reference to Moses and the events of the Exodus, often pass without comment. We see in these verses the parallel between Moses … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20884480/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_belief/id/339318 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20884480 Lent, Jesus, Moses, Exodus, Faith, Belief, Trust, Scripture: John 3:1-3:17 Sun, 05 Mar 2017 20:46:59 +0000 Julian A. Davies Even Jesus was tempted! And his temptation was to ignore the great prayer of Deuteronomy 6, the Shema, and to use his heart, soul and strength for his own benefit and not for the benefit of all Israel. He overcame that temptation and ultimately, through his journey to Jerusalem, overcame the power of all that enslaves us, even to this day. Even Jesus was tempted! And his temptation was to ignore the great prayer of Deuteronomy 6, the Shema, and to use his heart, soul and strength for his own benefit and not for the benefit of all Israel. He overcame that temptation and ultimately, through his journey to Jerusalem, overcame the power of all that enslaves us, even to this day. Even Jesus was tempted! And his temptation was to ignore the great prayer of Deuteronomy 6, the Shema, and to use his heart, soul and strength for his own benefit and not for the benefit of all Israel. He overcame that temptation and ultimately, throu… Julian A. Davies 1534 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20879454/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_temptation/id/2807580.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20879454 Temptation, Lent, Jesus, Exodus, Scripture: Matthew 4:1-4:11 Sun, 05 Mar 2017 20:46:59 +0000 Julian A. Davies Even Jesus was tempted! And his temptation was to ignore the great prayer of Deuteronomy 6, the Shema, and to use his heart, soul and strength for his own benefit and not for the benefit of all Israel. He overcame that temptation and ultimately, through his journey to Jerusalem, overcame the power of all that enslaves us, even to this day. Even Jesus was tempted! And his temptation was to ignore the great prayer of Deuteronomy 6, the Shema, and to use his heart, soul and strength for his own benefit and not for the benefit of all Israel. He overcame that temptation and ultimately, through his journey to Jerusalem, overcame the power of all that enslaves us, even to this day. Even Jesus was tempted! And his temptation was to ignore the great prayer of Deuteronomy 6, the Shema, and to use his heart, soul and strength for his own benefit and not for the benefit of all Israel. He overcame that temptation and ultimately, throu… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20879454/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_temptation/id/338901 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20879454 Temptation, Lent, Jesus, Exodus, Scripture: Matthew 4:1-4:11 Sun, 26 Feb 2017 20:43:21 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Transfiguration Sunday we see how Jesus, in Luke's account, was "speaking of his departure (exodus), which he was about to accomplish at Jerusalem." This account launches Jesus on a trajectory towards Jerusalem where the goal of the exodus - freedom from slavery - will be accomplished. On this Transfiguration Sunday we see how Jesus, in Luke's account, was "speaking of his departure (exodus), which he was about to accomplish at Jerusalem." This account launches Jesus on a trajectory towards Jerusalem where the goal of the exodus - freedom from slavery - will be accomplished. On this Transfiguration Sunday we see how Jesus, in Luke's account, was "speaking of his departure (exodus), which he was about to accomplish at Jerusalem." This account launches Jesus on a trajectory towards Jerusalem where the goal of the exodus - fr… Julian A. Davies 1640 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20874117/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_transfiguration/id/2802339.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20874117 Transfiguration, Jesus, Moses, Elijah, Peter, Scripture: Matthew 1:1-17:9 Sun, 26 Feb 2017 20:43:21 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Transfiguration Sunday we see how Jesus, in Luke's account, was "speaking of his departure (exodus), which he was about to accomplish at Jerusalem." This account launches Jesus on a trajectory towards Jerusalem where the goal of the exodus - freedom from slavery - will be accomplished. On this Transfiguration Sunday we see how Jesus, in Luke's account, was "speaking of his departure (exodus), which he was about to accomplish at Jerusalem." This account launches Jesus on a trajectory towards Jerusalem where the goal of the exodus - freedom from slavery - will be accomplished. On this Transfiguration Sunday we see how Jesus, in Luke's account, was "speaking of his departure (exodus), which he was about to accomplish at Jerusalem." This account launches Jesus on a trajectory towards Jerusalem where the goal of the exodus - fr… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20874117/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_transfiguration/id/338490 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20874117 Transfiguration, Jesus, Moses, Elijah, Peter, Scripture: Matthew 1:1-17:9 Sun, 19 Feb 2017 20:42:02 +0000 Julian A. Davies Paul's prayer in 1 Thessalonians 1:2-5 includes thanksgiving for faith, love and hope among the followers of Jesus in Thessalonica. These marks of the new birth, as John Wesley would later refer to them, are works of the Holy Spirit within us and part of Paul's Spirit-led understanding of prayer. Paul's prayer in 1 Thessalonians 1:2-5 includes thanksgiving for faith, love and hope among the followers of Jesus in Thessalonica. These marks of the new birth, as John Wesley would later refer to them, are works of the Holy Spirit within us and part of Paul's Spirit-led understanding of prayer. Paul's prayer in 1 Thessalonians 1:2-5 includes thanksgiving for faith, love and hope among the followers of Jesus in Thessalonica. These marks of the new birth, as John Wesley would later refer to them, are works of the Holy Spirit within us and part … Julian A. Davies 2237 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20869099/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_paulandprayerpart5/id/2797271.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20869099 Paul, prayer, virtue, Holy Spirit, Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:2-1:5, Series: Paul and Prayer Part#5 Sun, 19 Feb 2017 20:42:02 +0000 Julian A. Davies Paul's prayer in 1 Thessalonians 1:2-5 includes thanksgiving for faith, love and hope among the followers of Jesus in Thessalonica. These marks of the new birth, as John Wesley would later refer to them, are works of the Holy Spirit within us and part of Paul's Spirit-led understanding of prayer. Paul's prayer in 1 Thessalonians 1:2-5 includes thanksgiving for faith, love and hope among the followers of Jesus in Thessalonica. These marks of the new birth, as John Wesley would later refer to them, are works of the Holy Spirit within us and part of Paul's Spirit-led understanding of prayer. Paul's prayer in 1 Thessalonians 1:2-5 includes thanksgiving for faith, love and hope among the followers of Jesus in Thessalonica. These marks of the new birth, as John Wesley would later refer to them, are works of the Holy Spirit within us and part … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20869099/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_paulandprayerpart5/id/337992 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20869099 Paul, prayer, virtue, Holy Spirit, Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:2-1:5, Series: Paul and Prayer Part#5 Sun, 12 Feb 2017 20:38:21 +0000 Julian A. Davies Paul's prayer in Ephesians 3:14-21 speaks to the breadth and length and height and depth and knowledge of the love of Christ. John Wesley commented on this when he wrote: "What is the breadth of the love of Christ — Embracing all mankind. And length — From everlasting to everlasting. And depth — Not to be fathomed by any creature. And height — Not to be reached by any enemy." We are challenged in Paul's prayer to love without limits. Paul's prayer in Ephesians 3:14-21 speaks to the breadth and length and height and depth and knowledge of the love of Christ. John Wesley commented on this when he wrote: "What is the breadth of the love of Christ — Embracing all mankind. And length — From everlasting to everlasting. And depth — Not to be fathomed by any creature. And height — Not to be reached by any enemy." We are challenged in Paul's prayer to love without limits. Paul's prayer in Ephesians 3:14-21 speaks to the breadth and length and height and depth and knowledge of the love of Christ. John Wesley commented on this when he wrote: "What is the breadth of the love of Christ — Embracing all mankind. And length — … Julian A. Davies 1722 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20863980/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_paulandprayerpart4/id/2792431.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20863980 Paul, prayer, unity, love, Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-3:21, Series: Paul and Prayer Part#4 Sun, 12 Feb 2017 20:38:21 +0000 Julian A. Davies Paul's prayer in Ephesians 3:14-21 speaks to the breadth and length and height and depth and knowledge of the love of Christ. John Wesley commented on this when he wrote: "What is the breadth of the love of Christ — Embracing all mankind. And length — From everlasting to everlasting. And depth — Not to be fathomed by any creature. And height — Not to be reached by any enemy." We are challenged in Paul's prayer to love without limits. Paul's prayer in Ephesians 3:14-21 speaks to the breadth and length and height and depth and knowledge of the love of Christ. John Wesley commented on this when he wrote: "What is the breadth of the love of Christ — Embracing all mankind. And length — From everlasting to everlasting. And depth — Not to be fathomed by any creature. And height — Not to be reached by any enemy." We are challenged in Paul's prayer to love without limits. Paul's prayer in Ephesians 3:14-21 speaks to the breadth and length and height and depth and knowledge of the love of Christ. John Wesley commented on this when he wrote: "What is the breadth of the love of Christ — Embracing all mankind. And length — … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20863980/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_paulandprayerpart4/id/337540 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20863980 Paul, prayer, unity, love, Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-3:21, Series: Paul and Prayer Part#4 Sun, 05 Feb 2017 20:55:25 +0000 Julian A. Davies In 1 Corinthians we see how Paul understands the link between spiritual gifts and prayer such that we are called through prayer to find that place where our deepest passion meets the world's greatest need. In 1 Corinthians we see how Paul understands the link between spiritual gifts and prayer such that we are called through prayer to find that place where our deepest passion meets the world's greatest need. In 1 Corinthians we see how Paul understands the link between spiritual gifts and prayer such that we are called through prayer to find that place where our deepest passion meets the world's greatest need. … Julian A. Davies 1900 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20858925/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_paulandprayerpart3/id/2787462.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20858925 Paul, Prayer, Holy Spirit, Spiritual gifts, Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:4-1:9, Series: Paul and Prayer Part#3 Sun, 05 Feb 2017 20:55:25 +0000 Julian A. Davies In 1 Corinthians we see how Paul understands the link between spiritual gifts and prayer such that we are called through prayer to find that place where our deepest passion meets the world's greatest need. In 1 Corinthians we see how Paul understands the link between spiritual gifts and prayer such that we are called through prayer to find that place where our deepest passion meets the world's greatest need. In 1 Corinthians we see how Paul understands the link between spiritual gifts and prayer such that we are called through prayer to find that place where our deepest passion meets the world's greatest need. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20858925/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_paulandprayerpart3/id/337062 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20858925 Paul, Prayer, Holy Spirit, Spiritual gifts, Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:4-1:9, Series: Paul and Prayer Part#3 Sun, 29 Jan 2017 20:56:03 +0000 Julian A. Davies In Paul's letter to the church at Ephesus we see how Paul puts into effect his understanding of prayer (Romans 8) and see how we might develop a life of prayer through following his example. In Paul's letter to the church at Ephesus we see how Paul puts into effect his understanding of prayer (Romans 8) and see how we might develop a life of prayer through following his example. In Paul's letter to the church at Ephesus we see how Paul puts into effect his understanding of prayer (Romans 8) and see how we might develop a life of prayer through following his example.… Julian A. Davies 2062 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20854071/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_paulandprayer/id/2782795.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20854071 Paul, Prayer, Ephesus, Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-1:23, Series: Paul and Prayer Part#2 Sun, 29 Jan 2017 20:56:03 +0000 Julian A. Davies In Paul's letter to the church at Ephesus we see how Paul puts into effect his understanding of prayer (Romans 8) and see how we might develop a life of prayer through following his example. In Paul's letter to the church at Ephesus we see how Paul puts into effect his understanding of prayer (Romans 8) and see how we might develop a life of prayer through following his example. In Paul's letter to the church at Ephesus we see how Paul puts into effect his understanding of prayer (Romans 8) and see how we might develop a life of prayer through following his example.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20854071/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_paulandprayer/id/336290 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20854071 Paul, Prayer, Ephesus, Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-1:23, Series: Paul and Prayer Part#2 Sun, 22 Jan 2017 21:43:02 +0000 Diana M. Mathias Join us as we take a look at what it looks like to be a covenant people and how it has changed over the years. Join us as we take a look at what it looks like to be a covenant people and how it has changed over the years. Join us as we take a look at what it looks like to be a covenant people and how it has changed over the years. … Diana M. Mathias 1857 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20848774/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acovenanttothepeople/id/2777845.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20848774 covenant, jesus, peter, john, MLK, hope, Scripture: Isaiah 49:1-49:8, John 21:15-21:19 Sun, 22 Jan 2017 21:43:02 +0000 Diana M. Mathias Join us as we take a look at what it looks like to be a covenant people and how it has changed over the years. Join us as we take a look at what it looks like to be a covenant people and how it has changed over the years. Join us as we take a look at what it looks like to be a covenant people and how it has changed over the years. … Diana M. Mathias https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20848774/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acovenanttothepeople/id/335819 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20848774 covenant, jesus, peter, john, MLK, hope, Scripture: Isaiah 49:1-49:8, John 21:15-21:19 Sun, 22 Jan 2017 20:36:53 +0000 Julian A. Davies Paul teaches us that prayer isn't something that we need to know how to do and that the Holy Spirit acts when we pray. Praying is part of our covenant with God and with each other and so we are committed to a life in prayer - a mystery that we don't have to understand before we do it! Paul teaches us that prayer isn't something that we need to know how to do and that the Holy Spirit acts when we pray. Praying is part of our covenant with God and with each other and so we are committed to a life in prayer - a mystery that we don't have to understand before we do it! Paul teaches us that prayer isn't something that we need to know how to do and that the Holy Spirit acts when we pray. Praying is part of our covenant with God and with each other and so we are committed to a life in prayer - a mystery that we don't ha… Julian A. Davies 1745 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20848671/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_paulandprayer/id/2777739.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20848671 Prayer, Paul, Jesus, Scripture: Romans 8:26-8:29, Series: Paul and Prayer Part#1 Sun, 22 Jan 2017 20:36:53 +0000 Julian A. Davies Paul teaches us that prayer isn't something that we need to know how to do and that the Holy Spirit acts when we pray. Praying is part of our covenant with God and with each other and so we are committed to a life in prayer - a mystery that we don't have to understand before we do it! Paul teaches us that prayer isn't something that we need to know how to do and that the Holy Spirit acts when we pray. Praying is part of our covenant with God and with each other and so we are committed to a life in prayer - a mystery that we don't have to understand before we do it! Paul teaches us that prayer isn't something that we need to know how to do and that the Holy Spirit acts when we pray. Praying is part of our covenant with God and with each other and so we are committed to a life in prayer - a mystery that we don't ha… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20848671/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_paulandprayer/id/335811 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20848671 Prayer, Paul, Jesus, Scripture: Romans 8:26-8:29, Series: Paul and Prayer Part#1 Sun, 08 Jan 2017 17:55:55 +0000 Diana M. Mathias Join us as we look at Baptism. What it's about, why we do it and why the church matters for you and the world. Also, if you were ever confused about Confirmation, check out this sermon. Join us as we look at Baptism. What it's about, why we do it and why the church matters for you and the world. Also, if you were ever confused about Confirmation, check out this sermon. Join us as we look at Baptism. What it's about, why we do it and why the church matters for you and the world. Also, if you were ever confused about Confirmation, check out this sermon. … Diana M. Mathias 1827 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20838630/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_baptismalcovenant/id/2767957.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20838630 Baptism, Jesus, Water, Covenant, Commitment, Confirmation, Kingdom, Scripture: Isaiah 42:1-42:9, Matthew 1:13-3:17 Sun, 08 Jan 2017 17:55:55 +0000 Diana M. Mathias Join us as we look at Baptism. What it's about, why we do it and why the church matters for you and the world. Also, if you were ever confused about Confirmation, check out this sermon. Join us as we look at Baptism. What it's about, why we do it and why the church matters for you and the world. Also, if you were ever confused about Confirmation, check out this sermon. Join us as we look at Baptism. What it's about, why we do it and why the church matters for you and the world. Also, if you were ever confused about Confirmation, check out this sermon. … Diana M. Mathias https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20838630/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_baptismalcovenant/id/334886 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20838630 Baptism, Jesus, Water, Covenant, Commitment, Confirmation, Kingdom, Scripture: Isaiah 42:1-42:9, Matthew 1:13-3:17 Sun, 01 Jan 2017 17:08:02 +0000 Diana M. Mathias Join us as we take a look at new year's resolutions in the world and covenants in the Bible. From Genesis to the Gospel of Matthew. At the end, we join together in a Wesleyan style covenant renewal. Join us as we take a look at new year's resolutions in the world and covenants in the Bible. From Genesis to the Gospel of Matthew. At the end, we join together in a Wesleyan style covenant renewal. Join us as we take a look at new year's resolutions in the world and covenants in the Bible. From Genesis to the Gospel of Matthew. At the end, we join together in a Wesleyan style covenant renewal. … Diana M. Mathias 1530 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20834138/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_covenantrenewal/id/2763688.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20834138 Covenant, Renewal, Noah, Promise, God, Humanity, Creation, Wesley, Vow, Ceremony, Resolutions, Scripture: Genesis 9:8-9:11, Matthew 25:31-25:46 Sun, 01 Jan 2017 17:08:02 +0000 Diana M. Mathias Join us as we take a look at new year's resolutions in the world and covenants in the Bible. From Genesis to the Gospel of Matthew. At the end, we join together in a Wesleyan style covenant renewal. Join us as we take a look at new year's resolutions in the world and covenants in the Bible. From Genesis to the Gospel of Matthew. At the end, we join together in a Wesleyan style covenant renewal. Join us as we take a look at new year's resolutions in the world and covenants in the Bible. From Genesis to the Gospel of Matthew. At the end, we join together in a Wesleyan style covenant renewal. … Diana M. Mathias https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20834138/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_covenantrenewal/id/334505 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20834138 Covenant, Renewal, Noah, Promise, God, Humanity, Creation, Wesley, Vow, Ceremony, Resolutions, Scripture: Genesis 9:8-9:11, Matthew 25:31-25:46 Sat, 24 Dec 2016 23:12:06 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Christmas Eve we are reminded of the fragile nature of the nativity of Jesus. At each step we might ask, tongue in cheek, "What could possibly go wrong?" And yet, the light continued to shine in the darkness and still does today! On this Christmas Eve we are reminded of the fragile nature of the nativity of Jesus. At each step we might ask, tongue in cheek, "What could possibly go wrong?" And yet, the light continued to shine in the darkness and still does today! On this Christmas Eve we are reminded of the fragile nature of the nativity of Jesus. At each step we might ask, tongue in cheek, "What could possibly go wrong?" And yet, the light continued to shine in the darkness and still does today!… Julian A. Davies 791 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20830473/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whatcouldpossiblygowrong/id/2760344.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20830473 Christmas, Jesus, Light, Scripture: Matthew 1:1-2:12 Sat, 24 Dec 2016 23:12:06 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Christmas Eve we are reminded of the fragile nature of the nativity of Jesus. At each step we might ask, tongue in cheek, "What could possibly go wrong?" And yet, the light continued to shine in the darkness and still does today! On this Christmas Eve we are reminded of the fragile nature of the nativity of Jesus. At each step we might ask, tongue in cheek, "What could possibly go wrong?" And yet, the light continued to shine in the darkness and still does today! On this Christmas Eve we are reminded of the fragile nature of the nativity of Jesus. At each step we might ask, tongue in cheek, "What could possibly go wrong?" And yet, the light continued to shine in the darkness and still does today!… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20830473/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_whatcouldpossiblygowrong/id/334246 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20830473 Christmas, Jesus, Light, Scripture: Matthew 1:1-2:12 Sun, 18 Dec 2016 20:45:33 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Fourth Sunday of Advent we look to Matthew's description of the birth of Jesus, understood through the lens of Isaiah, in order to understand how "love came down at Christmas." On this Fourth Sunday of Advent we look to Matthew's description of the birth of Jesus, understood through the lens of Isaiah, in order to understand how "love came down at Christmas." On this Fourth Sunday of Advent we look to Matthew's description of the birth of Jesus, understood through the lens of Isaiah, in order to understand how "love came down at Christmas."… Julian A. Davies 1772 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20827748/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_publicdisgrace/id/2757683.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20827748 Advent, Jesus, love, Scripture: Matthew 1:18-1:25 Sun, 18 Dec 2016 20:45:33 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Fourth Sunday of Advent we look to Matthew's description of the birth of Jesus, understood through the lens of Isaiah, in order to understand how "love came down at Christmas." On this Fourth Sunday of Advent we look to Matthew's description of the birth of Jesus, understood through the lens of Isaiah, in order to understand how "love came down at Christmas." On this Fourth Sunday of Advent we look to Matthew's description of the birth of Jesus, understood through the lens of Isaiah, in order to understand how "love came down at Christmas."… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20827748/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_publicdisgrace/id/334016 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20827748 Advent, Jesus, love, Scripture: Matthew 1:18-1:25 Sun, 04 Dec 2016 20:39:28 +0000 Julian A. Davies On the Second Sunday of Advent, as we light the candle of peace, we look to John the Baptist, preparing the way of the Lord, as a pathway to peace in the fullest sense of the word. We ask how we can be agents of peace during this Advent time of waiting and preparing. On the Second Sunday of Advent, as we light the candle of peace, we look to John the Baptist, preparing the way of the Lord, as a pathway to peace in the fullest sense of the word. We ask how we can be agents of peace during this Advent time of waiting and preparing. On the Second Sunday of Advent, as we light the candle of peace, we look to John the Baptist, preparing the way of the Lord, as a pathway to peace in the fullest sense of the word. We ask how we can be agents of peace during this Advent time of waiting… Julian A. Davies 1517 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20818888/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_preparethewayofthelord/id/2749112.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20818888 Advent, Preparation, Peace, John the Baptist, Isaiah, Scripture: Matthew 3:1-3:12 Sun, 04 Dec 2016 20:39:28 +0000 Julian A. Davies On the Second Sunday of Advent, as we light the candle of peace, we look to John the Baptist, preparing the way of the Lord, as a pathway to peace in the fullest sense of the word. We ask how we can be agents of peace during this Advent time of waiting and preparing. On the Second Sunday of Advent, as we light the candle of peace, we look to John the Baptist, preparing the way of the Lord, as a pathway to peace in the fullest sense of the word. We ask how we can be agents of peace during this Advent time of waiting and preparing. On the Second Sunday of Advent, as we light the candle of peace, we look to John the Baptist, preparing the way of the Lord, as a pathway to peace in the fullest sense of the word. We ask how we can be agents of peace during this Advent time of waiting… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20818888/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_preparethewayofthelord/id/333241 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20818888 Advent, Preparation, Peace, John the Baptist, Isaiah, Scripture: Matthew 3:1-3:12 Sun, 27 Nov 2016 20:46:10 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this First Sunday of Advent, we look to both the celebration of the birth of Christ and to the coming fullness of the Kingdom of God. We find hope based upon the faithfulness of God and see our role in active waiting as using our gifts to bring forth the Kingdom in the here and now. On this First Sunday of Advent, we look to both the celebration of the birth of Christ and to the coming fullness of the Kingdom of God. We find hope based upon the faithfulness of God and see our role in active waiting as using our gifts to bring forth the Kingdom in the here and now. On this First Sunday of Advent, we look to both the celebration of the birth of Christ and to the coming fullness of the Kingdom of God. We find hope based upon the faithfulness of God and see our role in active waiting as using our gifts to bring fort… Julian A. Davies 1581 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20814084/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_nooneknows/id/2744577.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20814084 Advent, Kingdom, Waiting, Preparing, Scripture: Matthew 24:36-24:44 Sun, 27 Nov 2016 20:46:10 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this First Sunday of Advent, we look to both the celebration of the birth of Christ and to the coming fullness of the Kingdom of God. We find hope based upon the faithfulness of God and see our role in active waiting as using our gifts to bring forth the Kingdom in the here and now. On this First Sunday of Advent, we look to both the celebration of the birth of Christ and to the coming fullness of the Kingdom of God. We find hope based upon the faithfulness of God and see our role in active waiting as using our gifts to bring forth the Kingdom in the here and now. On this First Sunday of Advent, we look to both the celebration of the birth of Christ and to the coming fullness of the Kingdom of God. We find hope based upon the faithfulness of God and see our role in active waiting as using our gifts to bring fort… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20814084/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_nooneknows/id/332875 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20814084 Advent, Kingdom, Waiting, Preparing, Scripture: Matthew 24:36-24:44 Sun, 20 Nov 2016 20:55:55 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Christ the King Sunday, we look at the integration of this celebration into the liturgical calendar by Pope Pius XI in 1925 as the church faced a changing world and we see how our baptismal vows call us to a single allegiance to Christ, resisting evil, injustice and oppression. On this Christ the King Sunday, we look at the integration of this celebration into the liturgical calendar by Pope Pius XI in 1925 as the church faced a changing world and we see how our baptismal vows call us to a single allegiance to Christ, resisting evil, injustice and oppression. On this Christ the King Sunday, we look at the integration of this celebration into the liturgical calendar by Pope Pius XI in 1925 as the church faced a changing world and we see how our baptismal vows call us to a single allegiance to Christ, resisti… Julian A. Davies 1869 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20809902/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_lighttothosewhositindarkness/id/2740538.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20809902 Christ the King, Liturgical calendar, Vows, Scripture: Luke 1:68-1:79 Sun, 20 Nov 2016 20:55:55 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Christ the King Sunday, we look at the integration of this celebration into the liturgical calendar by Pope Pius XI in 1925 as the church faced a changing world and we see how our baptismal vows call us to a single allegiance to Christ, resisting evil, injustice and oppression. On this Christ the King Sunday, we look at the integration of this celebration into the liturgical calendar by Pope Pius XI in 1925 as the church faced a changing world and we see how our baptismal vows call us to a single allegiance to Christ, resisting evil, injustice and oppression. On this Christ the King Sunday, we look at the integration of this celebration into the liturgical calendar by Pope Pius XI in 1925 as the church faced a changing world and we see how our baptismal vows call us to a single allegiance to Christ, resisti… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20809902/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_lighttothosewhositindarkness/id/332503 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20809902 Christ the King, Liturgical calendar, Vows, Scripture: Luke 1:68-1:79 Sun, 13 Nov 2016 21:06:46 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies In his parable of the two sons, one obedient and one not, Jesus casts the chief priests and elders - the leaders of the people - as disobedient and the tax collectors and prostitutes - the outcasts - as obedient. In a complete reversal of the status quo, Jesus shows the way to Kingdom. In his parable of the two sons, one obedient and one not, Jesus casts the chief priests and elders - the leaders of the people - as disobedient and the tax collectors and prostitutes - the outcasts - as obedient. In a complete reversal of the status quo, Jesus shows the way to Kingdom. In his parable of the two sons, one obedient and one not, Jesus casts the chief priests and elders - the leaders of the people - as disobedient and the tax collectors and prostitutes - the outcasts - as obedient. In a complete reversal of the status qu… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1671 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20804727/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_twomoresons/id/2735785.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20804727 Outcasts, Parable, Jesus, Kingdom Sun, 13 Nov 2016 21:06:46 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies In his parable of the two sons, one obedient and one not, Jesus casts the chief priests and elders - the leaders of the people - as disobedient and the tax collectors and prostitutes - the outcasts - as obedient. In a complete reversal of the status quo, Jesus shows the way to Kingdom. In his parable of the two sons, one obedient and one not, Jesus casts the chief priests and elders - the leaders of the people - as disobedient and the tax collectors and prostitutes - the outcasts - as obedient. In a complete reversal of the status quo, Jesus shows the way to Kingdom. In his parable of the two sons, one obedient and one not, Jesus casts the chief priests and elders - the leaders of the people - as disobedient and the tax collectors and prostitutes - the outcasts - as obedient. In a complete reversal of the status qu… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20804727/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_twomoresons/id/332043 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20804727 Outcasts, Parable, Jesus, Kingdom Sun, 06 Nov 2016 21:05:05 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the third parable of Luke 15, Jesus details the misadventures of a father and two sons, a story that follows the pattern of the account of the exile in Babylon and which conforms to the Dying-Death-Resurrection- New Life motif common to salvation narratives of the people of Israel. We see how the prodigal son, accepted by the father on his return, has a life that prepares him well for discipleship. In the third parable of Luke 15, Jesus details the misadventures of a father and two sons, a story that follows the pattern of the account of the exile in Babylon and which conforms to the Dying-Death-Resurrection- New Life motif common to salvation narratives of the people of Israel. We see how the prodigal son, accepted by the father on his return, has a life that prepares him well for discipleship. In the third parable of Luke 15, Jesus details the misadventures of a father and two sons, a story that follows the pattern of the account of the exile in Babylon and which conforms to the Dying-Death-Resurrection- New Life motif common to salvation na… Julian A. Davies 1827 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20799864/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_twosons/id/2731180.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20799864 Jesus, Parable, Prodigal Son, Exile, Salvation, Scripture: Luke 15:11-15:32, Series: The Parables of Jesus Part#11 Sun, 06 Nov 2016 21:05:05 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the third parable of Luke 15, Jesus details the misadventures of a father and two sons, a story that follows the pattern of the account of the exile in Babylon and which conforms to the Dying-Death-Resurrection- New Life motif common to salvation narratives of the people of Israel. We see how the prodigal son, accepted by the father on his return, has a life that prepares him well for discipleship. In the third parable of Luke 15, Jesus details the misadventures of a father and two sons, a story that follows the pattern of the account of the exile in Babylon and which conforms to the Dying-Death-Resurrection- New Life motif common to salvation narratives of the people of Israel. We see how the prodigal son, accepted by the father on his return, has a life that prepares him well for discipleship. In the third parable of Luke 15, Jesus details the misadventures of a father and two sons, a story that follows the pattern of the account of the exile in Babylon and which conforms to the Dying-Death-Resurrection- New Life motif common to salvation na… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20799864/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_twosons/id/331632 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20799864 Jesus, Parable, Prodigal Son, Exile, Salvation, Scripture: Luke 15:11-15:32, Series: The Parables of Jesus Part#11 Sun, 30 Oct 2016 20:03:06 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the parables of Luke 15, Jesus describes the lost and found in ways that confound the Pharisees and scribes in his audience. In the parables of Luke 15, Jesus describes the lost and found in ways that confound the Pharisees and scribes in his audience. In the parables of Luke 15, Jesus describes the lost and found in ways that confound the Pharisees and scribes in his audience. … Julian A. Davies 1058 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20795079/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_lostandfound/id/2726641.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20795079 Jesus, parable, sheep, shepherd, coin, woman, Scripture: Luke 15:1-15:10, Series: The Parables of Jesus Part#10 Sun, 30 Oct 2016 20:03:06 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the parables of Luke 15, Jesus describes the lost and found in ways that confound the Pharisees and scribes in his audience. In the parables of Luke 15, Jesus describes the lost and found in ways that confound the Pharisees and scribes in his audience. In the parables of Luke 15, Jesus describes the lost and found in ways that confound the Pharisees and scribes in his audience. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20795079/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_lostandfound/id/331234 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20795079 Jesus, parable, sheep, shepherd, coin, woman, Scripture: Luke 15:1-15:10, Series: The Parables of Jesus Part#10 Sun, 23 Oct 2016 19:57:43 +0000 Julian A. Davies In Luke 13:22-30, Jesus responds to the question, "Lord, will only a few be saved?" by telling a parable that illustrates how dependence on birthright as member of the covenant is not, in and of itself, sufficient but that knowing and following Jesus through faith is the key to salvation. In Luke 13:22-30, Jesus responds to the question, "Lord, will only a few be saved?" by telling a parable that illustrates how dependence on birthright as member of the covenant is not, in and of itself, sufficient but that knowing and following Jesus through faith is the key to salvation. In Luke 13:22-30, Jesus responds to the question, "Lord, will only a few be saved?" by telling a parable that illustrates how dependence on birthright as member of the covenant is not, in and of itself, sufficient but that knowing and following Jesus t… Julian A. Davies 1412 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20790164/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_lastfirstandfirstlast/id/2722022.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20790164 Jesus, Parable, Covenant, Faith, Scripture: Luke 1:22-13:30, Series: The Parables of Jesus Part#9 Sun, 23 Oct 2016 19:57:43 +0000 Julian A. Davies In Luke 13:22-30, Jesus responds to the question, "Lord, will only a few be saved?" by telling a parable that illustrates how dependence on birthright as member of the covenant is not, in and of itself, sufficient but that knowing and following Jesus through faith is the key to salvation. In Luke 13:22-30, Jesus responds to the question, "Lord, will only a few be saved?" by telling a parable that illustrates how dependence on birthright as member of the covenant is not, in and of itself, sufficient but that knowing and following Jesus through faith is the key to salvation. In Luke 13:22-30, Jesus responds to the question, "Lord, will only a few be saved?" by telling a parable that illustrates how dependence on birthright as member of the covenant is not, in and of itself, sufficient but that knowing and following Jesus t… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20790164/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_lastfirstandfirstlast/id/330769 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20790164 Jesus, Parable, Covenant, Faith, Scripture: Luke 1:22-13:30, Series: The Parables of Jesus Part#9 Sun, 16 Oct 2016 19:48:59 +0000 Heather Gillen On this laity Sunday, Ms. Heather Gillen continues our exploration of the Parables of Jesus by asking what made the man who tore down his storage barns to build even bigger ones such a fool? On this laity Sunday, Ms. Heather Gillen continues our exploration of the Parables of Jesus by asking what made the man who tore down his storage barns to build even bigger ones such a fool? On this laity Sunday, Ms. Heather Gillen continues our exploration of the Parables of Jesus by asking what made the man who tore down his storage barns to build even bigger ones such a fool? … Heather Gillen 709 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20784886/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_onbuildingbarns/id/2717036.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20784886 Parable, Jesus, Wealth, Commitment, Scripture: Luke 12:13-12:21, Series: The Parables of Jesus Part#8 Sun, 16 Oct 2016 19:48:59 +0000 Heather Gillen On this laity Sunday, Ms. Heather Gillen continues our exploration of the Parables of Jesus by asking what made the man who tore down his storage barns to build even bigger ones such a fool? On this laity Sunday, Ms. Heather Gillen continues our exploration of the Parables of Jesus by asking what made the man who tore down his storage barns to build even bigger ones such a fool? On this laity Sunday, Ms. Heather Gillen continues our exploration of the Parables of Jesus by asking what made the man who tore down his storage barns to build even bigger ones such a fool? … Heather Gillen https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20784886/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_onbuildingbarns/id/330292 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20784886 Parable, Jesus, Wealth, Commitment, Scripture: Luke 12:13-12:21, Series: The Parables of Jesus Part#8 Sun, 09 Oct 2016 19:53:34 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the parable known as "the parable of the Good Samaritan, Jesus shows how the Samaritan acts with covenant loyalty (loving Kindness) towards the man who was stripped, beaten and robbed and symbollically brings about reunification of the northern and southern kingdoms in his role as Messiah. Jesus shows how covenant people can reach across the space that divides them to achieve unity and models a way to restore covenantal unity when it has been challenged by the forces of history and culture. In the parable known as "the parable of the Good Samaritan, Jesus shows how the Samaritan acts with covenant loyalty (loving Kindness) towards the man who was stripped, beaten and robbed and symbollically brings about reunification of the northern and southern kingdoms in his role as Messiah. Jesus shows how covenant people can reach across the space that divides them to achieve unity and models a way to restore covenantal unity when it has been challenged by the forces of history and culture. In the parable known as "the parable of the Good Samaritan, Jesus shows how the Samaritan acts with covenant loyalty (loving Kindness) towards the man who was stripped, beaten and robbed and symbollically brings about reunification of the northern and … Julian A. Davies 1462 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20779658/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_strippedbeatenandrobbed/id/2712091.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20779658 Covenant, Samaritan, Kingdom, Jesus, Scripture: Luke 10:25-10:37, Series: The Parables of Jesus Part#7 Sun, 09 Oct 2016 19:53:34 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the parable known as "the parable of the Good Samaritan, Jesus shows how the Samaritan acts with covenant loyalty (loving Kindness) towards the man who was stripped, beaten and robbed and symbollically brings about reunification of the northern and southern kingdoms in his role as Messiah. Jesus shows how covenant people can reach across the space that divides them to achieve unity and models a way to restore covenantal unity when it has been challenged by the forces of history and culture. In the parable known as "the parable of the Good Samaritan, Jesus shows how the Samaritan acts with covenant loyalty (loving Kindness) towards the man who was stripped, beaten and robbed and symbollically brings about reunification of the northern and southern kingdoms in his role as Messiah. Jesus shows how covenant people can reach across the space that divides them to achieve unity and models a way to restore covenantal unity when it has been challenged by the forces of history and culture. In the parable known as "the parable of the Good Samaritan, Jesus shows how the Samaritan acts with covenant loyalty (loving Kindness) towards the man who was stripped, beaten and robbed and symbollically brings about reunification of the northern and … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20779658/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_strippedbeatenandrobbed/id/329865 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20779658 Covenant, Samaritan, Kingdom, Jesus, Scripture: Luke 10:25-10:37, Series: The Parables of Jesus Part#7 Sun, 02 Oct 2016 19:40:42 +0000 Julian A. Davies Today we look at Kingdom parables that appear only in Matthew's Gospel where Jesus speaks to the question of commitment as it relates to the Kingdom of Heaven. His vision calls for us to be "all in" when it comes to making real the Kingdom in the places where we live and work. Today we look at Kingdom parables that appear only in Matthew's Gospel where Jesus speaks to the question of commitment as it relates to the Kingdom of Heaven. His vision calls for us to be "all in" when it comes to making real the Kingdom in the places where we live and work. Today we look at Kingdom parables that appear only in Matthew's Gospel where Jesus speaks to the question of commitment as it relates to the Kingdom of Heaven. His vision calls for us to be "all in" when it comes to making real the Kingdom in the place… Julian A. Davies 1484 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20774631/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_kingdomparablesii/id/2707397.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20774631 Kingdom of Heaven, Parables, Matthew, Scripture: Matthew 13:44-13:51, Series: The Parables of Jesus Part#6 Sun, 02 Oct 2016 19:40:42 +0000 Julian A. Davies Today we look at Kingdom parables that appear only in Matthew's Gospel where Jesus speaks to the question of commitment as it relates to the Kingdom of Heaven. His vision calls for us to be "all in" when it comes to making real the Kingdom in the places where we live and work. Today we look at Kingdom parables that appear only in Matthew's Gospel where Jesus speaks to the question of commitment as it relates to the Kingdom of Heaven. His vision calls for us to be "all in" when it comes to making real the Kingdom in the places where we live and work. Today we look at Kingdom parables that appear only in Matthew's Gospel where Jesus speaks to the question of commitment as it relates to the Kingdom of Heaven. His vision calls for us to be "all in" when it comes to making real the Kingdom in the place… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20774631/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_kingdomparablesii/id/329366 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20774631 Kingdom of Heaven, Parables, Matthew, Scripture: Matthew 13:44-13:51, Series: The Parables of Jesus Part#6 Sun, 25 Sep 2016 19:57:21 +0000 Julian A. Davies In Jesus' Kingdom parables, we see how the image of the Kingdom disrupts the status quo and opens up new possibilities for making real the reign of God in the world. In Jesus' Kingdom parables, we see how the image of the Kingdom disrupts the status quo and opens up new possibilities for making real the reign of God in the world. In Jesus' Kingdom parables, we see how the image of the Kingdom disrupts the status quo and opens up new possibilities for making real the reign of God in the world. … Julian A. Davies 1470 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20769685/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_kingdomparables/id/2702715.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20769685 Parable, Jesus, Kingdom of God, Scripture: Luke 13:18-13:21, Series: The Parables of Jesus Part#5 Sun, 25 Sep 2016 19:57:21 +0000 Julian A. Davies In Jesus' Kingdom parables, we see how the image of the Kingdom disrupts the status quo and opens up new possibilities for making real the reign of God in the world. In Jesus' Kingdom parables, we see how the image of the Kingdom disrupts the status quo and opens up new possibilities for making real the reign of God in the world. In Jesus' Kingdom parables, we see how the image of the Kingdom disrupts the status quo and opens up new possibilities for making real the reign of God in the world. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20769685/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_kingdomparables/id/328874 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20769685 Parable, Jesus, Kingdom of God, Scripture: Luke 13:18-13:21, Series: The Parables of Jesus Part#5 Sun, 18 Sep 2016 19:43:02 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the parable we discuss today, Jesus makes it plain that just because bad things to people, they aren't somehow more to blame for their lot in life than anyone else. He uses the parable of the fig tree to illustrate communal responsibility for facing up to evil in the world. In the parable we discuss today, Jesus makes it plain that just because bad things to people, they aren't somehow more to blame for their lot in life than anyone else. He uses the parable of the fig tree to illustrate communal responsibility for facing up to evil in the world. In the parable we discuss today, Jesus makes it plain that just because bad things to people, they aren't somehow more to blame for their lot in life than anyone else. He uses the parable of the fig tree to illustrate communal responsibility for facing… Julian A. Davies 1310 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20764701/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_figs/id/2697971.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20764701 Parable, Jesus, Figs, Victim blaming, Kingdom of God, Scripture: Luke 1:6-13:9, Series: The Parables of Jesus Part#4 Sun, 18 Sep 2016 19:43:02 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the parable we discuss today, Jesus makes it plain that just because bad things to people, they aren't somehow more to blame for their lot in life than anyone else. He uses the parable of the fig tree to illustrate communal responsibility for facing up to evil in the world. In the parable we discuss today, Jesus makes it plain that just because bad things to people, they aren't somehow more to blame for their lot in life than anyone else. He uses the parable of the fig tree to illustrate communal responsibility for facing up to evil in the world. In the parable we discuss today, Jesus makes it plain that just because bad things to people, they aren't somehow more to blame for their lot in life than anyone else. He uses the parable of the fig tree to illustrate communal responsibility for facing… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20764701/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_figs/id/328442 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20764701 Parable, Jesus, Figs, Victim blaming, Kingdom of God, Scripture: Luke 1:6-13:9, Series: The Parables of Jesus Part#4 Sun, 11 Sep 2016 20:05:43 +0000 Julian A. Davies In this parable, Jesus addresses the question of prayer and the role of the Holy Spirit in prayer. That God is reliable and trustworthy, unlike some people, forms the basis of his parable. In this parable, Jesus addresses the question of prayer and the role of the Holy Spirit in prayer. That God is reliable and trustworthy, unlike some people, forms the basis of his parable. In this parable, Jesus addresses the question of prayer and the role of the Holy Spirit in prayer. That God is reliable and trustworthy, unlike some people, forms the basis of his parable. … Julian A. Davies 1602 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20759680/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_persistencepaysoff/id/2693177.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20759680 Prayer, Holy Spirit, Jesus, Parable, Scripture: Luke 1:5-11:13, Series: The Parables of Jesus Part#3 Sun, 11 Sep 2016 20:05:43 +0000 Julian A. Davies In this parable, Jesus addresses the question of prayer and the role of the Holy Spirit in prayer. That God is reliable and trustworthy, unlike some people, forms the basis of his parable. In this parable, Jesus addresses the question of prayer and the role of the Holy Spirit in prayer. That God is reliable and trustworthy, unlike some people, forms the basis of his parable. In this parable, Jesus addresses the question of prayer and the role of the Holy Spirit in prayer. That God is reliable and trustworthy, unlike some people, forms the basis of his parable. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20759680/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_persistencepaysoff/id/328000 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20759680 Prayer, Holy Spirit, Jesus, Parable, Scripture: Luke 1:5-11:13, Series: The Parables of Jesus Part#3 Sun, 04 Sep 2016 19:52:47 +0000 Julian A. Davies In Luke's Sermon on the Plain, Jesus weaves a parable into his teaching that illustrates how hearing his words requires doing. Even calling Jesus "Lord, Lord" is not alone enough, Jesus calls for an active response. In Luke's Sermon on the Plain, Jesus weaves a parable into his teaching that illustrates how hearing his words requires doing. Even calling Jesus "Lord, Lord" is not alone enough, Jesus calls for an active response. In Luke's Sermon on the Plain, Jesus weaves a parable into his teaching that illustrates how hearing his words requires doing. Even calling Jesus "Lord, Lord" is not alone enough, Jesus calls for an active response. … Julian A. Davies 1533 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20754713/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_hearinganddoing/id/2688437.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20754713 Jesus, parable, foundation, Scripture: Luke 6:46-6:49, Series: The Parables of Jesus Part#2 Sun, 04 Sep 2016 19:52:47 +0000 Julian A. Davies In Luke's Sermon on the Plain, Jesus weaves a parable into his teaching that illustrates how hearing his words requires doing. Even calling Jesus "Lord, Lord" is not alone enough, Jesus calls for an active response. In Luke's Sermon on the Plain, Jesus weaves a parable into his teaching that illustrates how hearing his words requires doing. Even calling Jesus "Lord, Lord" is not alone enough, Jesus calls for an active response. In Luke's Sermon on the Plain, Jesus weaves a parable into his teaching that illustrates how hearing his words requires doing. Even calling Jesus "Lord, Lord" is not alone enough, Jesus calls for an active response. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20754713/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_hearinganddoing/id/327536 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20754713 Jesus, parable, foundation, Scripture: Luke 6:46-6:49, Series: The Parables of Jesus Part#2 Sun, 28 Aug 2016 20:16:51 +0000 Julian A. Davies Jesus used parables extensively in his teaching. Today we look at the nature of parables and explore an example that concerns discipleship and the "Golden Rule." Jesus used parables extensively in his teaching. Today we look at the nature of parables and explore an example that concerns discipleship and the "Golden Rule." Jesus used parables extensively in his teaching. Today we look at the nature of parables and explore an example that concerns discipleship and the "Golden Rule." … Julian A. Davies 1482 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20749689/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_clearvision/id/2683742.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20749689 Parable, Jesus, Golden Rule, Scripture: Luke 6:39-6:42, Series: The Parables of Jesus Part#1 Sun, 28 Aug 2016 20:16:51 +0000 Julian A. Davies Jesus used parables extensively in his teaching. Today we look at the nature of parables and explore an example that concerns discipleship and the "Golden Rule." Jesus used parables extensively in his teaching. Today we look at the nature of parables and explore an example that concerns discipleship and the "Golden Rule." Jesus used parables extensively in his teaching. Today we look at the nature of parables and explore an example that concerns discipleship and the "Golden Rule." … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20749689/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_clearvision/id/327109 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20749689 Parable, Jesus, Golden Rule, Scripture: Luke 6:39-6:42, Series: The Parables of Jesus Part#1 Sun, 21 Aug 2016 14:30:26 +0000 Diana M. Mathias We take a whirlwind look at the understanding and theology of fasting in the Old Testament. We look at how the theology of fasting changed and deepened pre-exile and post-exile. We also look at how fasting connects to John Wesley's understanding of salvation. We take a whirlwind look at the understanding and theology of fasting in the Old Testament. We look at how the theology of fasting changed and deepened pre-exile and post-exile. We also look at how fasting connects to John Wesley's understanding of salvation. We take a whirlwind look at the understanding and theology of fasting in the Old Testament. We look at how the theology of fasting changed and deepened pre-exile and post-exile. We also look at how fasting connects to John Wesley's understanding of sal… Diana M. Mathias 2273 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20744386/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_fasting/id/2679846.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20744386 fasting, Lent, discipline, John Wesley, Jesus, Isaiah, Exile, Scripture: Isaiah 58:2-58:7, Matthew 6:16-6:18, Series: The Lenten Disciplines Part#3 Sun, 21 Aug 2016 14:30:26 +0000 Diana M. Mathias We take a whirlwind look at the understanding and theology of fasting in the Old Testament. We look at how the theology of fasting changed and deepened pre-exile and post-exile. We also look at how fasting connects to John Wesley's understanding of salvation. We take a whirlwind look at the understanding and theology of fasting in the Old Testament. We look at how the theology of fasting changed and deepened pre-exile and post-exile. We also look at how fasting connects to John Wesley's understanding of salvation. We take a whirlwind look at the understanding and theology of fasting in the Old Testament. We look at how the theology of fasting changed and deepened pre-exile and post-exile. We also look at how fasting connects to John Wesley's understanding of sal… Diana M. Mathias https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20744386/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_fasting/id/326708 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20744386 fasting, Lent, discipline, John Wesley, Jesus, Isaiah, Exile, Scripture: Isaiah 58:2-58:7, Matthew 6:16-6:18, Series: The Lenten Disciplines Part#3 Sun, 14 Aug 2016 13:47:43 +0000 Diana M. Mathias Join us as we take a look at the second of the so-called Lenten Disciplines, prayer. What is it? Why do we do it? Why might we resist praying? Join us as we take a look at the second of the so-called Lenten Disciplines, prayer. What is it? Why do we do it? Why might we resist praying? Join us as we take a look at the second of the so-called Lenten Disciplines, prayer. What is it? Why do we do it? Why might we resist praying? … Diana M. Mathias 1657 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20740015/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_prayer/id/2676048.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20740015 Prayer, Discipline, Connection, Relationship, Jesus, Matthew, Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:1-6:9, Matthew 6:5-6:15, Series: The Lenten Disciplines Part#2 Sun, 14 Aug 2016 13:47:43 +0000 Diana M. Mathias Join us as we take a look at the second of the so-called Lenten Disciplines, prayer. What is it? Why do we do it? Why might we resist praying? Join us as we take a look at the second of the so-called Lenten Disciplines, prayer. What is it? Why do we do it? Why might we resist praying? Join us as we take a look at the second of the so-called Lenten Disciplines, prayer. What is it? Why do we do it? Why might we resist praying? … Diana M. Mathias https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20740015/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_prayer/id/326400 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20740015 Prayer, Discipline, Connection, Relationship, Jesus, Matthew, Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:1-6:9, Matthew 6:5-6:15, Series: The Lenten Disciplines Part#2 Sun, 07 Aug 2016 17:47:07 +0000 Diana M. Mathias Today we take a look at the ancient practice of almsgiving and we see what its purpose was in Jesus' day and today. We also examine the Jewish understanding of holiness as it relates to humans and God. Today we take a look at the ancient practice of almsgiving and we see what its purpose was in Jesus' day and today. We also examine the Jewish understanding of holiness as it relates to humans and God. Today we take a look at the ancient practice of almsgiving and we see what its purpose was in Jesus' day and today. We also examine the Jewish understanding of holiness as it relates to humans and God.… Diana M. Mathias 1414 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20734875/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_almsgiving/id/2669671.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20734875 almsgiving, piety, money, treasure, connection, Jesus, Brene Brown, holiness, Scripture: Deuteronomy 24:17-24:19, Matthew 6:1-6:4, Matthew 2:19-6:21, Series: The Lenten Disciplines Part#1 Sun, 07 Aug 2016 17:47:07 +0000 Diana M. Mathias Today we take a look at the ancient practice of almsgiving and we see what its purpose was in Jesus' day and today. We also examine the Jewish understanding of holiness as it relates to humans and God. Today we take a look at the ancient practice of almsgiving and we see what its purpose was in Jesus' day and today. We also examine the Jewish understanding of holiness as it relates to humans and God. Today we take a look at the ancient practice of almsgiving and we see what its purpose was in Jesus' day and today. We also examine the Jewish understanding of holiness as it relates to humans and God.… Diana M. Mathias https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20734875/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_almsgiving/id/325835 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20734875 almsgiving, piety, money, treasure, connection, Jesus, Brene Brown, holiness, Scripture: Deuteronomy 24:17-24:19, Matthew 6:1-6:4, Matthew 2:19-6:21, Series: The Lenten Disciplines Part#1 Sun, 31 Jul 2016 20:11:46 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we bring to a close our series on Scripture as Drama, we look to the question of transformation and how to internalize Scripture, prayer and embodied living as a way of life. As we bring to a close our series on Scripture as Drama, we look to the question of transformation and how to internalize Scripture, prayer and embodied living as a way of life. As we bring to a close our series on Scripture as Drama, we look to the question of transformation and how to internalize Scripture, prayer and embodied living as a way of life. … Julian A. Davies 2450 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20730101/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_learningyourlines/id/2665110.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20730101 Scripture, Prayer, Embodied presence, Scripture: Psalms 146:1-146:10, Philippians 2:1-2:8, Series: Scripture as Drama Part#10 Sun, 31 Jul 2016 20:11:46 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we bring to a close our series on Scripture as Drama, we look to the question of transformation and how to internalize Scripture, prayer and embodied living as a way of life. As we bring to a close our series on Scripture as Drama, we look to the question of transformation and how to internalize Scripture, prayer and embodied living as a way of life. As we bring to a close our series on Scripture as Drama, we look to the question of transformation and how to internalize Scripture, prayer and embodied living as a way of life. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20730101/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_learningyourlines/id/325451 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20730101 Scripture, Prayer, Embodied presence, Scripture: Psalms 146:1-146:10, Philippians 2:1-2:8, Series: Scripture as Drama Part#10 Sun, 24 Jul 2016 19:56:56 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we consider Scripture as drama, we look to the cast of characters and see how there is no "white knight" coming to save us from ourselves. Jesus has already done all that is necessary and now the task of spreading the Gospel and ushering in the Kingdom is ours, with guidance from the Holy Spirit. As we consider Scripture as drama, we look to the cast of characters and see how there is no "white knight" coming to save us from ourselves. Jesus has already done all that is necessary and now the task of spreading the Gospel and ushering in the Kingdom is ours, with guidance from the Holy Spirit. As we consider Scripture as drama, we look to the cast of characters and see how there is no "white knight" coming to save us from ourselves. Jesus has already done all that is necessary and now the task of spreading the Gospel and ushering in the King… Julian A. Davies 1372 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20725246/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thecastofcharacters/id/2660567.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20725246 Jesus, Lord, Salvation, Scripture: Matthew 22:36-22:40, Series: Scripture as Drama Part#9 Sun, 24 Jul 2016 19:56:56 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we consider Scripture as drama, we look to the cast of characters and see how there is no "white knight" coming to save us from ourselves. Jesus has already done all that is necessary and now the task of spreading the Gospel and ushering in the Kingdom is ours, with guidance from the Holy Spirit. As we consider Scripture as drama, we look to the cast of characters and see how there is no "white knight" coming to save us from ourselves. Jesus has already done all that is necessary and now the task of spreading the Gospel and ushering in the Kingdom is ours, with guidance from the Holy Spirit. As we consider Scripture as drama, we look to the cast of characters and see how there is no "white knight" coming to save us from ourselves. Jesus has already done all that is necessary and now the task of spreading the Gospel and ushering in the King… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20725246/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thecastofcharacters/id/325025 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20725246 Jesus, Lord, Salvation, Scripture: Matthew 22:36-22:40, Series: Scripture as Drama Part#9 Sun, 17 Jul 2016 20:29:04 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the afterglow of seeing Scripture acted out as drama, we look to the past narrative and to the future vision to help us cope with the harsh realities of life today, with conflict and strife around the globe, and wonder how we can work towards the Kingdom in its midst. In the afterglow of seeing Scripture acted out as drama, we look to the past narrative and to the future vision to help us cope with the harsh realities of life today, with conflict and strife around the globe, and wonder how we can work towards the Kingdom in its midst. In the afterglow of seeing Scripture acted out as drama, we look to the past narrative and to the future vision to help us cope with the harsh realities of life today, with conflict and strife around the globe, and wonder how we can work towards the Ki… Julian A. Davies 2018 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20720440/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_afterglowwherearewenow/id/2656013.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20720440 Repentance, Action, Kingdom, Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-4:6, Series: Scripture as Drama Part#8 Sun, 17 Jul 2016 20:29:04 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the afterglow of seeing Scripture acted out as drama, we look to the past narrative and to the future vision to help us cope with the harsh realities of life today, with conflict and strife around the globe, and wonder how we can work towards the Kingdom in its midst. In the afterglow of seeing Scripture acted out as drama, we look to the past narrative and to the future vision to help us cope with the harsh realities of life today, with conflict and strife around the globe, and wonder how we can work towards the Kingdom in its midst. In the afterglow of seeing Scripture acted out as drama, we look to the past narrative and to the future vision to help us cope with the harsh realities of life today, with conflict and strife around the globe, and wonder how we can work towards the Ki… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20720440/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_afterglowwherearewenow/id/324582 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20720440 Repentance, Action, Kingdom, Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-4:6, Series: Scripture as Drama Part#8 Sun, 10 Jul 2016 20:09:40 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the final act of our exploration of Scripture as drama we look to a vision of the future, painted through the words and deeds of Jesus, of the Kingdom of God. We see our role in ushering in this new creation and in the recovery of the Imago Dei, both individually and corporately. In the final act of our exploration of Scripture as drama we look to a vision of the future, painted through the words and deeds of Jesus, of the Kingdom of God. We see our role in ushering in this new creation and in the recovery of the Imago Dei, both individually and corporately. In the final act of our exploration of Scripture as drama we look to a vision of the future, painted through the words and deeds of Jesus, of the Kingdom of God. We see our role in ushering in this new creation and in the recovery of the Imago Dei, bot… Julian A. Davies 1495 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20715617/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thefullnessoftime/id/2651482.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20715617 Kingdom of God, Jesus, New Creation, Scripture: Mark 1:9-1:15, Series: Scripture as Drama Part#7 Sun, 10 Jul 2016 20:09:40 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the final act of our exploration of Scripture as drama we look to a vision of the future, painted through the words and deeds of Jesus, of the Kingdom of God. We see our role in ushering in this new creation and in the recovery of the Imago Dei, both individually and corporately. In the final act of our exploration of Scripture as drama we look to a vision of the future, painted through the words and deeds of Jesus, of the Kingdom of God. We see our role in ushering in this new creation and in the recovery of the Imago Dei, both individually and corporately. In the final act of our exploration of Scripture as drama we look to a vision of the future, painted through the words and deeds of Jesus, of the Kingdom of God. We see our role in ushering in this new creation and in the recovery of the Imago Dei, bot… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20715617/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thefullnessoftime/id/324202 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20715617 Kingdom of God, Jesus, New Creation, Scripture: Mark 1:9-1:15, Series: Scripture as Drama Part#7 Sun, 03 Jul 2016 19:51:52 +0000 Julian A. Davies We enter Act 5 of the Scriptural narrative with an account of the formation and function of the church, leading us to question the role of the church today and its relationship to the world and the ushering in of the Kingdom of God. We enter Act 5 of the Scriptural narrative with an account of the formation and function of the church, leading us to question the role of the church today and its relationship to the world and the ushering in of the Kingdom of God. We enter Act 5 of the Scriptural narrative with an account of the formation and function of the church, leading us to question the role of the church today and its relationship to the world and the ushering in of the Kingdom of God. … Julian A. Davies 1497 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20710867/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_church/id/2646994.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20710867 Church, Kingdom, World, Scripture: Acts 2:44-2:47, Series: Scripture as Drama Part#6 Sun, 03 Jul 2016 19:51:52 +0000 Julian A. Davies We enter Act 5 of the Scriptural narrative with an account of the formation and function of the church, leading us to question the role of the church today and its relationship to the world and the ushering in of the Kingdom of God. We enter Act 5 of the Scriptural narrative with an account of the formation and function of the church, leading us to question the role of the church today and its relationship to the world and the ushering in of the Kingdom of God. We enter Act 5 of the Scriptural narrative with an account of the formation and function of the church, leading us to question the role of the church today and its relationship to the world and the ushering in of the Kingdom of God. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20710867/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_church/id/323842 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20710867 Church, Kingdom, World, Scripture: Acts 2:44-2:47, Series: Scripture as Drama Part#6 Sun, 26 Jun 2016 19:59:58 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we consider Scripture as drama, we enter Act 4, following the interlude, and find that a child is born whose life, death, resurrection and ascension will change the world. As we consider Scripture as drama, we enter Act 4, following the interlude, and find that a child is born whose life, death, resurrection and ascension will change the world. As we consider Scripture as drama, we enter Act 4, following the interlude, and find that a child is born whose life, death, resurrection and ascension will change the world. … Julian A. Davies 1655 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20706418/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_redemption/id/2642737.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20706418 Jesus, redemption, Kingdom, Scripture: John 1:14-1:18, Series: Scripture as Drama Part#5 Sun, 26 Jun 2016 19:59:58 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we consider Scripture as drama, we enter Act 4, following the interlude, and find that a child is born whose life, death, resurrection and ascension will change the world. As we consider Scripture as drama, we enter Act 4, following the interlude, and find that a child is born whose life, death, resurrection and ascension will change the world. As we consider Scripture as drama, we enter Act 4, following the interlude, and find that a child is born whose life, death, resurrection and ascension will change the world. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20706418/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_redemption/id/323496 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20706418 Jesus, redemption, Kingdom, Scripture: John 1:14-1:18, Series: Scripture as Drama Part#5 Sun, 19 Jun 2016 19:37:53 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies In the interlude between the end of the Old Testament and the start of the New Testament, there are about 400 years in which Judah underwent great changes. All of these changes formed the immediate backdrop for the coming of Jesus into the world and their study helps us better understand the world into which Jesus was born. In the interlude between the end of the Old Testament and the start of the New Testament, there are about 400 years in which Judah underwent great changes. All of these changes formed the immediate backdrop for the coming of Jesus into the world and their study helps us better understand the world into which Jesus was born. In the interlude between the end of the Old Testament and the start of the New Testament, there are about 400 years in which Judah underwent great changes. All of these changes formed the immediate backdrop for the coming of Jesus into the world and th… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1719 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20701588/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_interludebetweenthebooks/id/2638134.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20701588 Intertestamental Period, Seleucids, Romans. Sun, 19 Jun 2016 19:37:53 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies In the interlude between the end of the Old Testament and the start of the New Testament, there are about 400 years in which Judah underwent great changes. All of these changes formed the immediate backdrop for the coming of Jesus into the world and their study helps us better understand the world into which Jesus was born. In the interlude between the end of the Old Testament and the start of the New Testament, there are about 400 years in which Judah underwent great changes. All of these changes formed the immediate backdrop for the coming of Jesus into the world and their study helps us better understand the world into which Jesus was born. In the interlude between the end of the Old Testament and the start of the New Testament, there are about 400 years in which Judah underwent great changes. All of these changes formed the immediate backdrop for the coming of Jesus into the world and th… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20701588/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_interludebetweenthebooks/id/323105 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20701588 Intertestamental Period, Seleucids, Romans. Sun, 12 Jun 2016 19:46:52 +0000 Julian A. Davies In our reading of Scripture as drama, we come to Act 3 where a distinctive people begins to be created and yet, in the long term, fails to live into the covenant with God. In this epic story we see how certain key characters rise above the crowd and distinguish themselves, one way or the other. In the end, the life of the people as a covenant community hangs in the balance as the curtain closes for the interlude. In our reading of Scripture as drama, we come to Act 3 where a distinctive people begins to be created and yet, in the long term, fails to live into the covenant with God. In this epic story we see how certain key characters rise above the crowd and distinguish themselves, one way or the other. In the end, the life of the people as a covenant community hangs in the balance as the curtain closes for the interlude. In our reading of Scripture as drama, we come to Act 3 where a distinctive people begins to be created and yet, in the long term, fails to live into the covenant with God. In this epic story we see how certain key characters rise above the crowd and di… Julian A. Davies 1789 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20696167/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_apeople/id/2632951.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20696167 Biblical narrative, drama, Scripture, Old Testament, Scripture: Jeremiah 31:31-31:34, Hebrews 1:22-12:24, Series: Scripture as Drama Part#3 Sun, 12 Jun 2016 19:46:52 +0000 Julian A. Davies In our reading of Scripture as drama, we come to Act 3 where a distinctive people begins to be created and yet, in the long term, fails to live into the covenant with God. In this epic story we see how certain key characters rise above the crowd and distinguish themselves, one way or the other. In the end, the life of the people as a covenant community hangs in the balance as the curtain closes for the interlude. In our reading of Scripture as drama, we come to Act 3 where a distinctive people begins to be created and yet, in the long term, fails to live into the covenant with God. In this epic story we see how certain key characters rise above the crowd and distinguish themselves, one way or the other. In the end, the life of the people as a covenant community hangs in the balance as the curtain closes for the interlude. In our reading of Scripture as drama, we come to Act 3 where a distinctive people begins to be created and yet, in the long term, fails to live into the covenant with God. In this epic story we see how certain key characters rise above the crowd and di… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20696167/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_apeople/id/322728 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20696167 Biblical narrative, drama, Scripture, Old Testament, Scripture: Jeremiah 31:31-31:34, Hebrews 1:22-12:24, Series: Scripture as Drama Part#3 Sun, 05 Jun 2016 20:46:48 +0000 Julian A. Davies In Act 2 of the Scriptural narrative, a series of vignettes show how the good creation of Act 1 is spoiled and strife, disbelief, arrogance and bitterness enter the world. In Act 2 of the Scriptural narrative, a series of vignettes show how the good creation of Act 1 is spoiled and strife, disbelief, arrogance and bitterness enter the world. In Act 2 of the Scriptural narrative, a series of vignettes show how the good creation of Act 1 is spoiled and strife, disbelief, arrogance and bitterness enter the world. … Julian A. Davies 1996 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20693646/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_rebellion/id/2630710.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20693646 Creation, Temptation, Fratricide, Nephilim, Flood, Babel, Scripture: Genesis 6:5-6:7, Series: Scripture as Drama Part#2 Sun, 05 Jun 2016 20:46:48 +0000 Julian A. Davies In Act 2 of the Scriptural narrative, a series of vignettes show how the good creation of Act 1 is spoiled and strife, disbelief, arrogance and bitterness enter the world. In Act 2 of the Scriptural narrative, a series of vignettes show how the good creation of Act 1 is spoiled and strife, disbelief, arrogance and bitterness enter the world. In Act 2 of the Scriptural narrative, a series of vignettes show how the good creation of Act 1 is spoiled and strife, disbelief, arrogance and bitterness enter the world. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20693646/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_rebellion/id/322541 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20693646 Creation, Temptation, Fratricide, Nephilim, Flood, Babel, Scripture: Genesis 6:5-6:7, Series: Scripture as Drama Part#2 Sun, 29 May 2016 19:51:03 +0000 Julian A. Davies One way to look at the Biblical narrative is too think of it as a play or drama. The first act sets the stage and so today we look at Genesis 1 as Act One in this magnificent drama. One way to look at the Biblical narrative is too think of it as a play or drama. The first act sets the stage and so today we look at Genesis 1 as Act One in this magnificent drama. One way to look at the Biblical narrative is too think of it as a play or drama. The first act sets the stage and so today we look at Genesis 1 as Act One in this magnificent drama.… Julian A. Davies 1469 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20686577/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_creation/id/2623831.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20686577 Scripture, drama, creation, Scripture: Genesis 1:1-1:5, John 1:1-1:5, Series: Scripture as Drama Part#1 Sun, 29 May 2016 19:51:03 +0000 Julian A. Davies One way to look at the Biblical narrative is too think of it as a play or drama. The first act sets the stage and so today we look at Genesis 1 as Act One in this magnificent drama. One way to look at the Biblical narrative is too think of it as a play or drama. The first act sets the stage and so today we look at Genesis 1 as Act One in this magnificent drama. One way to look at the Biblical narrative is too think of it as a play or drama. The first act sets the stage and so today we look at Genesis 1 as Act One in this magnificent drama.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20686577/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_creation/id/321859 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20686577 Scripture, drama, creation, Scripture: Genesis 1:1-1:5, John 1:1-1:5, Series: Scripture as Drama Part#1 Sun, 22 May 2016 19:41:17 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Trinity Sunday we look at our language about God and the importance of a Trinitarian description in understanding what it means for us, individually and communally, to be "made in the image of God." On this Trinity Sunday we look at our language about God and the importance of a Trinitarian description in understanding what it means for us, individually and communally, to be "made in the image of God." On this Trinity Sunday we look at our language about God and the importance of a Trinitarian description in understanding what it means for us, individually and communally, to be "made in the image of God."… Julian A. Davies 1506 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20681657/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_trinity/id/2619221.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20681657 Trinity, Wisdom, Scripture: Proverbs 8:1-8:31, Series: The Gospel Part#10 Sun, 22 May 2016 19:41:17 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Trinity Sunday we look at our language about God and the importance of a Trinitarian description in understanding what it means for us, individually and communally, to be "made in the image of God." On this Trinity Sunday we look at our language about God and the importance of a Trinitarian description in understanding what it means for us, individually and communally, to be "made in the image of God." On this Trinity Sunday we look at our language about God and the importance of a Trinitarian description in understanding what it means for us, individually and communally, to be "made in the image of God."… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20681657/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_trinity/id/321369 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20681657 Trinity, Wisdom, Scripture: Proverbs 8:1-8:31, Series: The Gospel Part#10 Sun, 15 May 2016 19:53:17 +0000 Julian A. Davies On Pentecost we look to the signs and symbols used to describe the outpouring of the Spirit as a way to better understand the meaning of this important event both in its own time and today. On Pentecost we look to the signs and symbols used to describe the outpouring of the Spirit as a way to better understand the meaning of this important event both in its own time and today. On Pentecost we look to the signs and symbols used to describe the outpouring of the Spirit as a way to better understand the meaning of this important event both in its own time and today.… Julian A. Davies 1507 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20676450/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_spirit/id/2614259.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20676450 Spirit, Pentecost, Kingdom, Church, Scripture: Acts 2:1-2:21, Series: The Gospel Part#9 Sun, 15 May 2016 19:53:17 +0000 Julian A. Davies On Pentecost we look to the signs and symbols used to describe the outpouring of the Spirit as a way to better understand the meaning of this important event both in its own time and today. On Pentecost we look to the signs and symbols used to describe the outpouring of the Spirit as a way to better understand the meaning of this important event both in its own time and today. On Pentecost we look to the signs and symbols used to describe the outpouring of the Spirit as a way to better understand the meaning of this important event both in its own time and today.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20676450/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_spirit/id/320943 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20676450 Spirit, Pentecost, Kingdom, Church, Scripture: Acts 2:1-2:21, Series: The Gospel Part#9 Sun, 08 May 2016 15:06:57 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Ascension Sunday, we think about "the heavens and the earth" and how, in the Lord's Prayer, we pray for it to be "on earth as it is in heaven." On this Ascension Sunday, we think about "the heavens and the earth" and how, in the Lord's Prayer, we pray for it to be "on earth as it is in heaven." On this Ascension Sunday, we think about "the heavens and the earth" and how, in the Lord's Prayer, we pray for it to be "on earth as it is in heaven." … Julian A. Davies 1678 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20670450/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_heaven/id/2608531.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20670450 Heaven, Earth, Kingdom, Ascension, Scripture: Acts 1:1-1:11, Series: The Gospel Part#8 Sun, 08 May 2016 15:06:57 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Ascension Sunday, we think about "the heavens and the earth" and how, in the Lord's Prayer, we pray for it to be "on earth as it is in heaven." On this Ascension Sunday, we think about "the heavens and the earth" and how, in the Lord's Prayer, we pray for it to be "on earth as it is in heaven." On this Ascension Sunday, we think about "the heavens and the earth" and how, in the Lord's Prayer, we pray for it to be "on earth as it is in heaven." … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20670450/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_heaven/id/320335 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20670450 Heaven, Earth, Kingdom, Ascension, Scripture: Acts 1:1-1:11, Series: The Gospel Part#8 Sun, 01 May 2016 15:06:23 +0000 Julian A. Davies as we explore the ways in which the church and the world interact, we look at how Christ's transformation of culture can lead to new and thoughtful ways of building the Kingdom in our local neighborhoods. as we explore the ways in which the church and the world interact, we look at how Christ's transformation of culture can lead to new and thoughtful ways of building the Kingdom in our local neighborhoods. as we explore the ways in which the church and the world interact, we look at how Christ's transformation of culture can lead to new and thoughtful ways of building the Kingdom in our local neighborhoods. … Julian A. Davies 1808 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20665329/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_world/id/2603699.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20665329 Kingdom, world, health, wholeness, Scripture: Matthew 5:14-5:16, Series: The Gospel Part#7 Sun, 01 May 2016 15:06:23 +0000 Julian A. Davies as we explore the ways in which the church and the world interact, we look at how Christ's transformation of culture can lead to new and thoughtful ways of building the Kingdom in our local neighborhoods. as we explore the ways in which the church and the world interact, we look at how Christ's transformation of culture can lead to new and thoughtful ways of building the Kingdom in our local neighborhoods. as we explore the ways in which the church and the world interact, we look at how Christ's transformation of culture can lead to new and thoughtful ways of building the Kingdom in our local neighborhoods. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20665329/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_world/id/319813 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20665329 Kingdom, world, health, wholeness, Scripture: Matthew 5:14-5:16, Series: The Gospel Part#7 Sun, 24 Apr 2016 19:56:23 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we think about the role of the church in making disciples of Christ for the transformation of the world, we look to see the state of the world around us and the nature of the Kingdom which we are reaching towards. There is much to do! As we think about the role of the church in making disciples of Christ for the transformation of the world, we look to see the state of the world around us and the nature of the Kingdom which we are reaching towards. There is much to do! As we think about the role of the church in making disciples of Christ for the transformation of the world, we look to see the state of the world around us and the nature of the Kingdom which we are reaching towards. There is much to do!… Julian A. Davies 1569 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20660926/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_kingdom/id/2599613.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20660926 Kingdom, world, church, mission, Scripture: Matthew 7:16-7:23, Series: The Gospel Part#6 Sun, 24 Apr 2016 19:56:23 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we think about the role of the church in making disciples of Christ for the transformation of the world, we look to see the state of the world around us and the nature of the Kingdom which we are reaching towards. There is much to do! As we think about the role of the church in making disciples of Christ for the transformation of the world, we look to see the state of the world around us and the nature of the Kingdom which we are reaching towards. There is much to do! As we think about the role of the church in making disciples of Christ for the transformation of the world, we look to see the state of the world around us and the nature of the Kingdom which we are reaching towards. There is much to do!… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20660926/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_kingdom/id/319449 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20660926 Kingdom, world, church, mission, Scripture: Matthew 7:16-7:23, Series: The Gospel Part#6 Sun, 17 Apr 2016 15:07:52 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we think about the Good News and the role of the church, we see how there are many ways in which the church could interact with the world and how, in the case of churches in the Wesleyan tradition, transformation lies at the center of that interaction As we think about the Good News and the role of the church, we see how there are many ways in which the church could interact with the world and how, in the case of churches in the Wesleyan tradition, transformation lies at the center of that interaction As we think about the Good News and the role of the church, we see how there are many ways in which the church could interact with the world and how, in the case of churches in the Wesleyan tradition, transformation lies at the center of that interacti… Julian A. Davies 1717 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20654566/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_church/id/2593477.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20654566 Church, world, disciopleship, transformation, Scripture: Acts 2:42-2:47, Series: The Gospel Part#4 Sun, 17 Apr 2016 15:07:52 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we think about the Good News and the role of the church, we see how there are many ways in which the church could interact with the world and how, in the case of churches in the Wesleyan tradition, transformation lies at the center of that interaction As we think about the Good News and the role of the church, we see how there are many ways in which the church could interact with the world and how, in the case of churches in the Wesleyan tradition, transformation lies at the center of that interaction As we think about the Good News and the role of the church, we see how there are many ways in which the church could interact with the world and how, in the case of churches in the Wesleyan tradition, transformation lies at the center of that interacti… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20654566/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_church/id/318973 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20654566 Church, world, disciopleship, transformation, Scripture: Acts 2:42-2:47, Series: The Gospel Part#4 Mon, 11 Apr 2016 15:19:11 +0000 Diana M. Mathias Join us as we look at the conclusion to the Gospel of Matthew. We examine the disciples last act: worshipping Jesus. And Jesus' last words to the disciples. What did this mean for the Jews of Jesus' time? How do we fit in? Join us as we look at the conclusion to the Gospel of Matthew. We examine the disciples last act: worshipping Jesus. And Jesus' last words to the disciples. What did this mean for the Jews of Jesus' time? How do we fit in? Join us as we look at the conclusion to the Gospel of Matthew. We examine the disciples last act: worshipping Jesus. And Jesus' last words to the disciples. What did this mean for the Jews of Jesus' time? How do we fit in?… Diana M. Mathias 1492 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20651170/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_discipleship/id/2590413.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20651170 discipleship, Matthew, great commission, Jesus, incarnation, Kingdom, God, Son of God, baptize, Scripture: Exodus 3:1-3:14, Matthew 28:11-28:20, Series: The Gospel Part#4 Mon, 11 Apr 2016 15:19:11 +0000 Diana M. Mathias Join us as we look at the conclusion to the Gospel of Matthew. We examine the disciples last act: worshipping Jesus. And Jesus' last words to the disciples. What did this mean for the Jews of Jesus' time? How do we fit in? Join us as we look at the conclusion to the Gospel of Matthew. We examine the disciples last act: worshipping Jesus. And Jesus' last words to the disciples. What did this mean for the Jews of Jesus' time? How do we fit in? Join us as we look at the conclusion to the Gospel of Matthew. We examine the disciples last act: worshipping Jesus. And Jesus' last words to the disciples. What did this mean for the Jews of Jesus' time? How do we fit in?… Diana M. Mathias https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20651170/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_discipleship/id/318643 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20651170 discipleship, Matthew, great commission, Jesus, incarnation, Kingdom, God, Son of God, baptize, Scripture: Exodus 3:1-3:14, Matthew 28:11-28:20, Series: The Gospel Part#4 Sun, 03 Apr 2016 18:52:42 +0000 Diana M. Mathias We take a close look at how the disciples responded to Jesus being risen from the dead and what God's actions mean for us today. We take a close look at how the disciples responded to Jesus being risen from the dead and what God's actions mean for us today. We take a close look at how the disciples responded to Jesus being risen from the dead and what God's actions mean for us today.… Diana M. Mathias 910 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20644794/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_response/id/2584168.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20644794 surprises, disbelief, new life, Jesus, tomb, alive, Scripture: Genesis 18:1-18:14, Luke 24:36-24:47, Series: The Gospel Part#3 Sun, 03 Apr 2016 18:52:42 +0000 Diana M. Mathias We take a close look at how the disciples responded to Jesus being risen from the dead and what God's actions mean for us today. We take a close look at how the disciples responded to Jesus being risen from the dead and what God's actions mean for us today. We take a close look at how the disciples responded to Jesus being risen from the dead and what God's actions mean for us today.… Diana M. Mathias https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20644794/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_response/id/318093 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20644794 surprises, disbelief, new life, Jesus, tomb, alive, Scripture: Genesis 18:1-18:14, Luke 24:36-24:47, Series: The Gospel Part#3 Sun, 27 Mar 2016 18:43:51 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Easter Sunday, we look to John's account of the discovery of the empty tomb to shed light on the confusion surrounding the identity of Jesus. On this Easter Sunday, we look to John's account of the discovery of the empty tomb to shed light on the confusion surrounding the identity of Jesus. On this Easter Sunday, we look to John's account of the discovery of the empty tomb to shed light on the confusion surrounding the identity of Jesus. … Julian A. Davies 1472 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20639646/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_clarity/id/2579353.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20639646 Easter, resurrection, Jesus, Scripture: John 2:1-20:18, Series: The Gospel Part#2 Sun, 27 Mar 2016 18:43:51 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Easter Sunday, we look to John's account of the discovery of the empty tomb to shed light on the confusion surrounding the identity of Jesus. On this Easter Sunday, we look to John's account of the discovery of the empty tomb to shed light on the confusion surrounding the identity of Jesus. On this Easter Sunday, we look to John's account of the discovery of the empty tomb to shed light on the confusion surrounding the identity of Jesus. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20639646/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_clarity/id/317656 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20639646 Easter, resurrection, Jesus, Scripture: John 2:1-20:18, Series: The Gospel Part#2 Sun, 13 Mar 2016 19:35:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In our discussion of the commitment we make to support the ministries of the church through our prayers, our presence, our gifts, our service and our witness, today we consider the nature of witness. We see how in the Hebrew Bible, God is a witness, a covenant may be a witness, a pile of stones or a pillar of stones may be a witness, in addition to our usually understanding of a witness in a legal setting. In our discussion of the commitment we make to support the ministries of the church through our prayers, our presence, our gifts, our service and our witness, today we consider the nature of witness. We see how in the Hebrew Bible, God is a witness, a covenant may be a witness, a pile of stones or a pillar of stones may be a witness, in addition to our usually understanding of a witness in a legal setting. In our discussion of the commitment we make to support the ministries of the church through our prayers, our presence, our gifts, our service and our witness, today we consider the nature of witness. We see how in the Hebrew Bible, God is a witness, a … Julian A. Davies 1502 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20629064/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_witness/id/2569213.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20629064 Witness, covenant, church, Scripture: Matthew 2:16-28:20, Series: Great Expectations Part#5 Sun, 13 Mar 2016 19:35:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In our discussion of the commitment we make to support the ministries of the church through our prayers, our presence, our gifts, our service and our witness, today we consider the nature of witness. We see how in the Hebrew Bible, God is a witness, a covenant may be a witness, a pile of stones or a pillar of stones may be a witness, in addition to our usually understanding of a witness in a legal setting. In our discussion of the commitment we make to support the ministries of the church through our prayers, our presence, our gifts, our service and our witness, today we consider the nature of witness. We see how in the Hebrew Bible, God is a witness, a covenant may be a witness, a pile of stones or a pillar of stones may be a witness, in addition to our usually understanding of a witness in a legal setting. In our discussion of the commitment we make to support the ministries of the church through our prayers, our presence, our gifts, our service and our witness, today we consider the nature of witness. We see how in the Hebrew Bible, God is a witness, a … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20629064/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_witness/id/316833 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20629064 Witness, covenant, church, Scripture: Matthew 2:16-28:20, Series: Great Expectations Part#5 Sun, 06 Mar 2016 21:04:08 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we look to the covenant between the church and God, and within the church itself, we come to the concepts of service and servanthood. We see the inter-related nature of work, service and worship, noting that our service and work are integral to worship itself. As we look to the covenant between the church and God, and within the church itself, we come to the concepts of service and servanthood. We see the inter-related nature of work, service and worship, noting that our service and work are integral to worship itself. As we look to the covenant between the church and God, and within the church itself, we come to the concepts of service and servanthood. We see the inter-related nature of work, service and worship, noting that our service and work are integral to wor… Julian A. Davies 1838 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20623626/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_service/id/2564001.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20623626 Service, covenant, church, work, worship, Scripture: Matthew 2:31-25:40, Series: Great Expectations Part#4 Sun, 06 Mar 2016 21:04:08 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we look to the covenant between the church and God, and within the church itself, we come to the concepts of service and servanthood. We see the inter-related nature of work, service and worship, noting that our service and work are integral to worship itself. As we look to the covenant between the church and God, and within the church itself, we come to the concepts of service and servanthood. We see the inter-related nature of work, service and worship, noting that our service and work are integral to worship itself. As we look to the covenant between the church and God, and within the church itself, we come to the concepts of service and servanthood. We see the inter-related nature of work, service and worship, noting that our service and work are integral to wor… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20623626/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_service/id/316347 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20623626 Service, covenant, church, work, worship, Scripture: Matthew 2:31-25:40, Series: Great Expectations Part#4 Sun, 28 Feb 2016 20:35:37 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we come to realize that all is gift and that we are stewards of God's gifts, we see that stewardship is centered upon receiving, managing and sharing such gifts. Stewardship is a responsibility through which we can be agents of God's grace in the world and work towards building God's kingdom in this time and place. As we come to realize that all is gift and that we are stewards of God's gifts, we see that stewardship is centered upon receiving, managing and sharing such gifts. Stewardship is a responsibility through which we can be agents of God's grace in the world and work towards building God's kingdom in this time and place. As we come to realize that all is gift and that we are stewards of God's gifts, we see that stewardship is centered upon receiving, managing and sharing such gifts. Stewardship is a responsibility through which we can be agents of God's grace in the wo… Julian A. Davies 1826 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20618100/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_gifts/id/2558779.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20618100 Gifts, stewardship, time, talents, resources, Scripture: Matthew 1:16-19:22, Series: Great Expectations Part#3 Sun, 28 Feb 2016 20:35:37 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we come to realize that all is gift and that we are stewards of God's gifts, we see that stewardship is centered upon receiving, managing and sharing such gifts. Stewardship is a responsibility through which we can be agents of God's grace in the world and work towards building God's kingdom in this time and place. As we come to realize that all is gift and that we are stewards of God's gifts, we see that stewardship is centered upon receiving, managing and sharing such gifts. Stewardship is a responsibility through which we can be agents of God's grace in the world and work towards building God's kingdom in this time and place. As we come to realize that all is gift and that we are stewards of God's gifts, we see that stewardship is centered upon receiving, managing and sharing such gifts. Stewardship is a responsibility through which we can be agents of God's grace in the wo… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20618100/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_gifts/id/315911 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20618100 Gifts, stewardship, time, talents, resources, Scripture: Matthew 1:16-19:22, Series: Great Expectations Part#3 Sun, 21 Feb 2016 20:48:38 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies Today we look at what it means to 'faithfully participate in the church's ministries by your presence ..." We explore a theology of presence and how it is much more than just "showing up." Today we look at what it means to 'faithfully participate in the church's ministries by your presence ..." We explore a theology of presence and how it is much more than just "showing up." Today we look at what it means to 'faithfully participate in the church's ministries by your presence ..." We explore a theology of presence and how it is much more than just "showing up."… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1508 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20612408/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_presence/id/2553408.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20612408 Presence, covenant, church Sun, 21 Feb 2016 20:48:38 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies Today we look at what it means to 'faithfully participate in the church's ministries by your presence ..." We explore a theology of presence and how it is much more than just "showing up." Today we look at what it means to 'faithfully participate in the church's ministries by your presence ..." We explore a theology of presence and how it is much more than just "showing up." Today we look at what it means to 'faithfully participate in the church's ministries by your presence ..." We explore a theology of presence and how it is much more than just "showing up."… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20612408/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_presence/id/315429 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20612408 Presence, covenant, church Sun, 14 Feb 2016 20:45:49 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we look at the covenant between God and God's people in the setting of the local church, we see how this covenant is embodied through prayers, presence, gifts, service and witness. This week, we focus on prayer. As we look at the covenant between God and God's people in the setting of the local church, we see how this covenant is embodied through prayers, presence, gifts, service and witness. This week, we focus on prayer. As we look at the covenant between God and God's people in the setting of the local church, we see how this covenant is embodied through prayers, presence, gifts, service and witness. This week, we focus on prayer. … Julian A. Davies 2018 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20606951/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_prayer/id/2548026.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20606951 Prayer, covenant, church, Scripture: Matthew 6:9-6:15, Series: Great Expectations Part#1 Sun, 14 Feb 2016 20:45:49 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we look at the covenant between God and God's people in the setting of the local church, we see how this covenant is embodied through prayers, presence, gifts, service and witness. This week, we focus on prayer. As we look at the covenant between God and God's people in the setting of the local church, we see how this covenant is embodied through prayers, presence, gifts, service and witness. This week, we focus on prayer. As we look at the covenant between God and God's people in the setting of the local church, we see how this covenant is embodied through prayers, presence, gifts, service and witness. This week, we focus on prayer. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20606951/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_prayer/id/314974 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20606951 Prayer, covenant, church, Scripture: Matthew 6:9-6:15, Series: Great Expectations Part#1 Sun, 07 Feb 2016 20:48:54 +0000 Julian A. Davies Who are the "strangers" whom we see referenced in the Old and New Testaments and how does the instruction to "love the stranger" work in the world today? Who are the "strangers" whom we see referenced in the Old and New Testaments and how does the instruction to "love the stranger" work in the world today? Who are the "strangers" whom we see referenced in the Old and New Testaments and how does the instruction to "love the stranger" work in the world today? … Julian A. Davies 1557 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20601484/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_lovingstrangers/id/2542858.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20601484 Stranger, Neighbor, Love, Scripture: Matthew 25:30-25:40, Series: Family Matters Part#5 Sun, 07 Feb 2016 20:48:54 +0000 Julian A. Davies Who are the "strangers" whom we see referenced in the Old and New Testaments and how does the instruction to "love the stranger" work in the world today? Who are the "strangers" whom we see referenced in the Old and New Testaments and how does the instruction to "love the stranger" work in the world today? Who are the "strangers" whom we see referenced in the Old and New Testaments and how does the instruction to "love the stranger" work in the world today? … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20601484/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_lovingstrangers/id/314543 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20601484 Stranger, Neighbor, Love, Scripture: Matthew 25:30-25:40, Series: Family Matters Part#5 Sun, 31 Jan 2016 21:15:58 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we look at what it means to love God and neighbor as yourself, we turn to what it means to love the self, over and above the obvious notions of caring for one's physical health. We see how Wesley encouraged us to know ourselves through his probing questions for class meetings, suggesting that we cannot truly and appropriately love ourselves without knowing who we really are. The connection between holiness and happiness becomes apparent as we look to Wesley's guidance on this complex subject. As we look at what it means to love God and neighbor as yourself, we turn to what it means to love the self, over and above the obvious notions of caring for one's physical health. We see how Wesley encouraged us to know ourselves through his probing questions for class meetings, suggesting that we cannot truly and appropriately love ourselves without knowing who we really are. The connection between holiness and happiness becomes apparent as we look to Wesley's guidance on this complex subject. As we look at what it means to love God and neighbor as yourself, we turn to what it means to love the self, over and above the obvious notions of caring for one's physical health. We see how Wesley encouraged us to know ourselves through his probing q… Julian A. Davies 1785 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20595975/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_lovingself/id/2537512.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20595975 Love, God, Neighbor, Self, Stranger, Scripture: Luke 4:18-4:28, Series: Family Matters Part#4 Sun, 31 Jan 2016 21:15:58 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we look at what it means to love God and neighbor as yourself, we turn to what it means to love the self, over and above the obvious notions of caring for one's physical health. We see how Wesley encouraged us to know ourselves through his probing questions for class meetings, suggesting that we cannot truly and appropriately love ourselves without knowing who we really are. The connection between holiness and happiness becomes apparent as we look to Wesley's guidance on this complex subject. As we look at what it means to love God and neighbor as yourself, we turn to what it means to love the self, over and above the obvious notions of caring for one's physical health. We see how Wesley encouraged us to know ourselves through his probing questions for class meetings, suggesting that we cannot truly and appropriately love ourselves without knowing who we really are. The connection between holiness and happiness becomes apparent as we look to Wesley's guidance on this complex subject. As we look at what it means to love God and neighbor as yourself, we turn to what it means to love the self, over and above the obvious notions of caring for one's physical health. We see how Wesley encouraged us to know ourselves through his probing q… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20595975/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_lovingself/id/314077 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20595975 Love, God, Neighbor, Self, Stranger, Scripture: Luke 4:18-4:28, Series: Family Matters Part#4 Sun, 24 Jan 2016 21:07:56 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we look to what it means to love our neighbor, we first examine how the term "neighbor" is used in Hebrew Scripture and how that same term might be employed today. The church, as the covenant community of God, bears a special responsibility to love one another and we look at how we might do just that in our lives together. As we look to what it means to love our neighbor, we first examine how the term "neighbor" is used in Hebrew Scripture and how that same term might be employed today. The church, as the covenant community of God, bears a special responsibility to love one another and we look at how we might do just that in our lives together. As we look to what it means to love our neighbor, we first examine how the term "neighbor" is used in Hebrew Scripture and how that same term might be employed today. The church, as the covenant community of God, bears a special responsibility to love… Julian A. Davies 1640 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20590567/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_lovingneighbor/id/2531416.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20590567 Love, neighbor, stranger, covenant, church, Scripture: Romans 1:8-13:10, Series: Family Matters Part#3 Sun, 24 Jan 2016 21:07:56 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we look to what it means to love our neighbor, we first examine how the term "neighbor" is used in Hebrew Scripture and how that same term might be employed today. The church, as the covenant community of God, bears a special responsibility to love one another and we look at how we might do just that in our lives together. As we look to what it means to love our neighbor, we first examine how the term "neighbor" is used in Hebrew Scripture and how that same term might be employed today. The church, as the covenant community of God, bears a special responsibility to love one another and we look at how we might do just that in our lives together. As we look to what it means to love our neighbor, we first examine how the term "neighbor" is used in Hebrew Scripture and how that same term might be employed today. The church, as the covenant community of God, bears a special responsibility to love… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20590567/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_lovingneighbor/id/313679 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20590567 Love, neighbor, stranger, covenant, church, Scripture: Romans 1:8-13:10, Series: Family Matters Part#3 Sun, 17 Jan 2016 13:31:03 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies In our series, "Family Matters" we saw how baptism initiates an individual into the covenant between the church and God so forming a new family. Now we look to see what this family is supposed to be, do and look like. In the Wesleyan tradition, love lies at the very center of religion and here we explore what it means to love God. In our series, "Family Matters" we saw how baptism initiates an individual into the covenant between the church and God so forming a new family. Now we look to see what this family is supposed to be, do and look like. In the Wesleyan tradition, love lies at the very center of religion and here we explore what it means to love God. In our series, "Family Matters" we saw how baptism initiates an individual into the covenant between the church and God so forming a new family. Now we look to see what this family is supposed to be, do and look like. In the Wesleyan tradition, love l… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1725 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20585447/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_lovinggod/id/2526594.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20585447 Love, God, Neighbor, Self, Stranger, Scripture: Luke 1:25-10:28, Series: Family Matters Part#2 Sun, 17 Jan 2016 13:31:03 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies In our series, "Family Matters" we saw how baptism initiates an individual into the covenant between the church and God so forming a new family. Now we look to see what this family is supposed to be, do and look like. In the Wesleyan tradition, love lies at the very center of religion and here we explore what it means to love God. In our series, "Family Matters" we saw how baptism initiates an individual into the covenant between the church and God so forming a new family. Now we look to see what this family is supposed to be, do and look like. In the Wesleyan tradition, love lies at the very center of religion and here we explore what it means to love God. In our series, "Family Matters" we saw how baptism initiates an individual into the covenant between the church and God so forming a new family. Now we look to see what this family is supposed to be, do and look like. In the Wesleyan tradition, love l… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20585447/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_lovinggod/id/313261 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20585447 Love, God, Neighbor, Self, Stranger, Scripture: Luke 1:25-10:28, Series: Family Matters Part#2 Sun, 10 Jan 2016 21:12:54 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this First Sunday after the Epiphany - the Baptism of the Lord - we look at the baptism of Jesus by John and at baptism in the church today. On this First Sunday after the Epiphany - the Baptism of the Lord - we look at the baptism of Jesus by John and at baptism in the church today. On this First Sunday after the Epiphany - the Baptism of the Lord - we look at the baptism of Jesus by John and at baptism in the church today.… Julian A. Davies 1676 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20579248/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_creatinganewfamily/id/2520673.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20579248 Baptism, Church, Covenant, Scripture: Luke 2:15-3:22, Series: Family Matters Part#1 Sun, 10 Jan 2016 21:12:54 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this First Sunday after the Epiphany - the Baptism of the Lord - we look at the baptism of Jesus by John and at baptism in the church today. On this First Sunday after the Epiphany - the Baptism of the Lord - we look at the baptism of Jesus by John and at baptism in the church today. On this First Sunday after the Epiphany - the Baptism of the Lord - we look at the baptism of Jesus by John and at baptism in the church today.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20579248/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_creatinganewfamily/id/312743 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20579248 Baptism, Church, Covenant, Scripture: Luke 2:15-3:22, Series: Family Matters Part#1 Sun, 03 Jan 2016 21:11:56 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Epiphany Sunday we look to Matthew's account of the star, the Magi and their gifts to see how we might participate in epiphanies today. On this Epiphany Sunday we look to Matthew's account of the star, the Magi and their gifts to see how we might participate in epiphanies today. On this Epiphany Sunday we look to Matthew's account of the star, the Magi and their gifts to see how we might participate in epiphanies today.… Julian A. Davies 1511 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20573650/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_lookingbeyondthemoment/id/2515382.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20573650 Epiphany, star, magi, gifts, Scripture: Matthew 2:1-2:12 Sun, 03 Jan 2016 21:11:56 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Epiphany Sunday we look to Matthew's account of the star, the Magi and their gifts to see how we might participate in epiphanies today. On this Epiphany Sunday we look to Matthew's account of the star, the Magi and their gifts to see how we might participate in epiphanies today. On this Epiphany Sunday we look to Matthew's account of the star, the Magi and their gifts to see how we might participate in epiphanies today.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20573650/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_lookingbeyondthemoment/id/312261 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20573650 Epiphany, star, magi, gifts, Scripture: Matthew 2:1-2:12 Sun, 27 Dec 2015 20:46:02 +0000 Julian A. Davies As 2016 approaches we look to the possibility of change in the new year. We see how the Apostle Paul calls for change and advocates for specific steps to be undertaken to bring about transformation. As 2016 approaches we look to the possibility of change in the new year. We see how the Apostle Paul calls for change and advocates for specific steps to be undertaken to bring about transformation. As 2016 approaches we look to the possibility of change in the new year. We see how the Apostle Paul calls for change and advocates for specific steps to be undertaken to bring about transformation. … Julian A. Davies 1299 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20569066/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_anewyeariscoming/id/2511088.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20569066 Resolutions, New Year, Discipleship, Jesus, Scripture: Colossians 3:12-3:17 Sun, 27 Dec 2015 20:46:02 +0000 Julian A. Davies As 2016 approaches we look to the possibility of change in the new year. We see how the Apostle Paul calls for change and advocates for specific steps to be undertaken to bring about transformation. As 2016 approaches we look to the possibility of change in the new year. We see how the Apostle Paul calls for change and advocates for specific steps to be undertaken to bring about transformation. As 2016 approaches we look to the possibility of change in the new year. We see how the Apostle Paul calls for change and advocates for specific steps to be undertaken to bring about transformation. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20569066/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_anewyeariscoming/id/311919 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20569066 Resolutions, New Year, Discipleship, Jesus, Scripture: Colossians 3:12-3:17 Sun, 20 Dec 2015 20:44:40 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Fourth Sunday of Advent, as we look to the coming of Christmas, we see how Mary anticipated the birth of Christ through the words of the Magnificat. We ask ourselves how our Christmas celebrations compare to her own expectations of what the coming of the Christ child meant then and means now. On this Fourth Sunday of Advent, as we look to the coming of Christmas, we see how Mary anticipated the birth of Christ through the words of the Magnificat. We ask ourselves how our Christmas celebrations compare to her own expectations of what the coming of the Christ child meant then and means now. On this Fourth Sunday of Advent, as we look to the coming of Christmas, we see how Mary anticipated the birth of Christ through the words of the Magnificat. We ask ourselves how our Christmas celebrations compare to her own expectations of what the com… Julian A. Davies 1636 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20563810/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_heshallbetheoneofpeace/id/2506695.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20563810 Advent, Mary, Jesus, Magnificat, Scripture: Luke 1:46-1:55, Series: Advent 2015 Part#4 Sun, 20 Dec 2015 20:44:40 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Fourth Sunday of Advent, as we look to the coming of Christmas, we see how Mary anticipated the birth of Christ through the words of the Magnificat. We ask ourselves how our Christmas celebrations compare to her own expectations of what the coming of the Christ child meant then and means now. On this Fourth Sunday of Advent, as we look to the coming of Christmas, we see how Mary anticipated the birth of Christ through the words of the Magnificat. We ask ourselves how our Christmas celebrations compare to her own expectations of what the coming of the Christ child meant then and means now. On this Fourth Sunday of Advent, as we look to the coming of Christmas, we see how Mary anticipated the birth of Christ through the words of the Magnificat. We ask ourselves how our Christmas celebrations compare to her own expectations of what the com… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20563810/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_heshallbetheoneofpeace/id/311578 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20563810 Advent, Mary, Jesus, Magnificat, Scripture: Luke 1:46-1:55, Series: Advent 2015 Part#4 Sun, 13 Dec 2015 21:09:23 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies On this Third Sunday of Advent we seek to hear the words of John through first-century ears and find the good news that he proclaims. On this Third Sunday of Advent we seek to hear the words of John through first-century ears and find the good news that he proclaims. On this Third Sunday of Advent we seek to hear the words of John through first-century ears and find the good news that he proclaims. … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1964 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20558861/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_filledwithexpectation/id/2502184.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20558861 Advent, Joy, Salvation, John the Baptist Sun, 13 Dec 2015 21:09:23 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies On this Third Sunday of Advent we seek to hear the words of John through first-century ears and find the good news that he proclaims. On this Third Sunday of Advent we seek to hear the words of John through first-century ears and find the good news that he proclaims. On this Third Sunday of Advent we seek to hear the words of John through first-century ears and find the good news that he proclaims. … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20558861/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_filledwithexpectation/id/311192 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20558861 Advent, Joy, Salvation, John the Baptist Sun, 06 Dec 2015 20:50:19 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Second Sunday of Advent, as we light the candle of peace, we look to see what it means to speak of Jesus as Prince of Peace and how we can be agents of peace in a troubled world. On this Second Sunday of Advent, as we light the candle of peace, we look to see what it means to speak of Jesus as Prince of Peace and how we can be agents of peace in a troubled world. On this Second Sunday of Advent, as we light the candle of peace, we look to see what it means to speak of Jesus as Prince of Peace and how we can be agents of peace in a troubled world.… Julian A. Davies 1691 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20553650/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_preparethewayofthelord/id/2497165.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20553650 Advent, Peace, Shalom, Kingdom, Scripture: Luke 3:1-3:6, Series: Advent 2015 Part#2 Sun, 06 Dec 2015 20:50:19 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Second Sunday of Advent, as we light the candle of peace, we look to see what it means to speak of Jesus as Prince of Peace and how we can be agents of peace in a troubled world. On this Second Sunday of Advent, as we light the candle of peace, we look to see what it means to speak of Jesus as Prince of Peace and how we can be agents of peace in a troubled world. On this Second Sunday of Advent, as we light the candle of peace, we look to see what it means to speak of Jesus as Prince of Peace and how we can be agents of peace in a troubled world.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20553650/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_preparethewayofthelord/id/310779 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20553650 Advent, Peace, Shalom, Kingdom, Scripture: Luke 3:1-3:6, Series: Advent 2015 Part#2 Sun, 29 Nov 2015 23:57:44 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this First Sunday of Advent, we explore the nature of hope as we wait, both for the celebration of Christ's birth and for the fulfillment of his promised Kingdom. We see how hope is based on the faithfulness of God, manifest as God's steadfast love and made real in the new covenant and the coming Kingdom. On this First Sunday of Advent, we explore the nature of hope as we wait, both for the celebration of Christ's birth and for the fulfillment of his promised Kingdom. We see how hope is based on the faithfulness of God, manifest as God's steadfast love and made real in the new covenant and the coming Kingdom. On this First Sunday of Advent, we explore the nature of hope as we wait, both for the celebration of Christ's birth and for the fulfillment of his promised Kingdom. We see how hope is based on the faithfulness of God, manifest as God's steadfast love … Julian A. Davies 1540 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20548360/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_preparingandwaiting/id/2492135.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20548360 Advent, Hope, Preparing, Waiting, Kingdom, Jesus, Scripture: Luke 21:25-21:36, Series: Advent 2015 Part#1 Sun, 29 Nov 2015 23:57:44 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this First Sunday of Advent, we explore the nature of hope as we wait, both for the celebration of Christ's birth and for the fulfillment of his promised Kingdom. We see how hope is based on the faithfulness of God, manifest as God's steadfast love and made real in the new covenant and the coming Kingdom. On this First Sunday of Advent, we explore the nature of hope as we wait, both for the celebration of Christ's birth and for the fulfillment of his promised Kingdom. We see how hope is based on the faithfulness of God, manifest as God's steadfast love and made real in the new covenant and the coming Kingdom. On this First Sunday of Advent, we explore the nature of hope as we wait, both for the celebration of Christ's birth and for the fulfillment of his promised Kingdom. We see how hope is based on the faithfulness of God, manifest as God's steadfast love … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20548360/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_preparingandwaiting/id/310432 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20548360 Advent, Hope, Preparing, Waiting, Kingdom, Jesus, Scripture: Luke 21:25-21:36, Series: Advent 2015 Part#1 Sun, 22 Nov 2015 21:00:17 +0000 Julian A. Davies on this Christ the King Sunday we complete our exploration of the Kingdom of God by considering the nature of love and its relationship to both neighbors and strangers. on this Christ the King Sunday we complete our exploration of the Kingdom of God by considering the nature of love and its relationship to both neighbors and strangers. on this Christ the King Sunday we complete our exploration of the Kingdom of God by considering the nature of love and its relationship to both neighbors and strangers. … Julian A. Davies 2130 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20543918/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_kingdomandlove/id/2487771.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20543918 Kingdom of God, Christ the King, Love, Neighbor, Stranger, Scripture: John 18:33-18:37, Series: The Vision Part#17 Sun, 22 Nov 2015 21:00:17 +0000 Julian A. Davies on this Christ the King Sunday we complete our exploration of the Kingdom of God by considering the nature of love and its relationship to both neighbors and strangers. on this Christ the King Sunday we complete our exploration of the Kingdom of God by considering the nature of love and its relationship to both neighbors and strangers. on this Christ the King Sunday we complete our exploration of the Kingdom of God by considering the nature of love and its relationship to both neighbors and strangers. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20543918/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_kingdomandlove/id/309995 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20543918 Kingdom of God, Christ the King, Love, Neighbor, Stranger, Scripture: John 18:33-18:37, Series: The Vision Part#17 Sun, 15 Nov 2015 20:56:59 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we seek to understand the nature of the Kingdom of God, we see how Jesus acts among the less fortunate at the intersection of mercy and grace, modelling for us a way of life that helps to make the Kingdom a present reality wherever we might be. As we seek to understand the nature of the Kingdom of God, we see how Jesus acts among the less fortunate at the intersection of mercy and grace, modelling for us a way of life that helps to make the Kingdom a present reality wherever we might be. As we seek to understand the nature of the Kingdom of God, we see how Jesus acts among the less fortunate at the intersection of mercy and grace, modelling for us a way of life that helps to make the Kingdom a present reality wherever we might be. … Julian A. Davies 1920 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20538493/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_kingdomandmercy/id/2482566.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20538493 Kingdom, Mercy, Grace, Jesus, Scripture: Matthew 9:10-9:13, Series: The Vision Part#16 Sun, 15 Nov 2015 20:56:59 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we seek to understand the nature of the Kingdom of God, we see how Jesus acts among the less fortunate at the intersection of mercy and grace, modelling for us a way of life that helps to make the Kingdom a present reality wherever we might be. As we seek to understand the nature of the Kingdom of God, we see how Jesus acts among the less fortunate at the intersection of mercy and grace, modelling for us a way of life that helps to make the Kingdom a present reality wherever we might be. As we seek to understand the nature of the Kingdom of God, we see how Jesus acts among the less fortunate at the intersection of mercy and grace, modelling for us a way of life that helps to make the Kingdom a present reality wherever we might be. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20538493/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_kingdomandmercy/id/309557 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20538493 Kingdom, Mercy, Grace, Jesus, Scripture: Matthew 9:10-9:13, Series: The Vision Part#16 Sun, 08 Nov 2015 20:51:24 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we work towards a greater understanding of the Kingdom of God, we come to consider the role of unity, especially unity of the Spirit, among the people of God and its centrality to the nature of the Kingdom. As we work towards a greater understanding of the Kingdom of God, we come to consider the role of unity, especially unity of the Spirit, among the people of God and its centrality to the nature of the Kingdom. As we work towards a greater understanding of the Kingdom of God, we come to consider the role of unity, especially unity of the Spirit, among the people of God and its centrality to the nature of the Kingdom. … Julian A. Davies 1741 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20533194/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_kingdomandunity/id/2477553.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20533194 Kingdom, Unity, Imago Dei, Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-4:4, Series: The Vision Part#14 Sun, 08 Nov 2015 20:51:24 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we work towards a greater understanding of the Kingdom of God, we come to consider the role of unity, especially unity of the Spirit, among the people of God and its centrality to the nature of the Kingdom. As we work towards a greater understanding of the Kingdom of God, we come to consider the role of unity, especially unity of the Spirit, among the people of God and its centrality to the nature of the Kingdom. As we work towards a greater understanding of the Kingdom of God, we come to consider the role of unity, especially unity of the Spirit, among the people of God and its centrality to the nature of the Kingdom. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20533194/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_kingdomandunity/id/309113 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20533194 Kingdom, Unity, Imago Dei, Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-4:4, Series: The Vision Part#14 Sun, 01 Nov 2015 20:35:40 +0000 Julian A. Davies As look at the attributes of the Kingdom of God we come to see justice as something we do, not simply something we discuss, and as something that involves the specific, individual people whom we encounter. The call to justice is a call to action. As look at the attributes of the Kingdom of God we come to see justice as something we do, not simply something we discuss, and as something that involves the specific, individual people whom we encounter. The call to justice is a call to action. As look at the attributes of the Kingdom of God we come to see justice as something we do, not simply something we discuss, and as something that involves the specific, individual people whom we encounter. The call to justice is a call to action. … Julian A. Davies 1643 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20527653/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_kingdomandustice/id/2472297.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20527653 Kingdom, Justice, Violence, Scripture: Matthew 5:38-5:42, Series: The Vision Part#14 Sun, 01 Nov 2015 20:35:40 +0000 Julian A. Davies As look at the attributes of the Kingdom of God we come to see justice as something we do, not simply something we discuss, and as something that involves the specific, individual people whom we encounter. The call to justice is a call to action. As look at the attributes of the Kingdom of God we come to see justice as something we do, not simply something we discuss, and as something that involves the specific, individual people whom we encounter. The call to justice is a call to action. As look at the attributes of the Kingdom of God we come to see justice as something we do, not simply something we discuss, and as something that involves the specific, individual people whom we encounter. The call to justice is a call to action. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20527653/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_kingdomandustice/id/308667 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20527653 Kingdom, Justice, Violence, Scripture: Matthew 5:38-5:42, Series: The Vision Part#14 Sun, 25 Oct 2015 20:01:12 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we look at the characteristics of the Kingdom, we consider the difference between the concepts of ownership and trusteeship, and how Jesus taught trusteeship to his followers. As we look at the characteristics of the Kingdom, we consider the difference between the concepts of ownership and trusteeship, and how Jesus taught trusteeship to his followers. As we look at the characteristics of the Kingdom, we consider the difference between the concepts of ownership and trusteeship, and how Jesus taught trusteeship to his followers. … Julian A. Davies 2361 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20522317/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_kingdomandtrusteeship/id/2467383.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20522317 Kingdom, Trusteeship, Ownership, Money, Scripture: Luke 12:16-12:21, Series: The Vision Part#13 Sun, 25 Oct 2015 20:01:12 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we look at the characteristics of the Kingdom, we consider the difference between the concepts of ownership and trusteeship, and how Jesus taught trusteeship to his followers. As we look at the characteristics of the Kingdom, we consider the difference between the concepts of ownership and trusteeship, and how Jesus taught trusteeship to his followers. As we look at the characteristics of the Kingdom, we consider the difference between the concepts of ownership and trusteeship, and how Jesus taught trusteeship to his followers. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20522317/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_kingdomandtrusteeship/id/308228 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20522317 Kingdom, Trusteeship, Ownership, Money, Scripture: Luke 12:16-12:21, Series: The Vision Part#13 Sun, 18 Oct 2015 20:01:50 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we think about the characteristics of the Kingdom, we today examine servanthood and what Jesus taught about servanthood through his words and deeds, many of which invert the expected social structure of the day and call for extravagant selflessness and the exercise of compassion. As we think about the characteristics of the Kingdom, we today examine servanthood and what Jesus taught about servanthood through his words and deeds, many of which invert the expected social structure of the day and call for extravagant selflessness and the exercise of compassion. As we think about the characteristics of the Kingdom, we today examine servanthood and what Jesus taught about servanthood through his words and deeds, many of which invert the expected social structure of the day and call for extravagant selflessness … Julian A. Davies 2407 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20517056/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_kingdomandservanthood/id/2462327.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20517056 Kingdom, Servanthood, Compassion, Covenant, Scripture: Philippians 2:1-2:8, Series: The Vision Part#12 Sun, 18 Oct 2015 20:01:50 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we think about the characteristics of the Kingdom, we today examine servanthood and what Jesus taught about servanthood through his words and deeds, many of which invert the expected social structure of the day and call for extravagant selflessness and the exercise of compassion. As we think about the characteristics of the Kingdom, we today examine servanthood and what Jesus taught about servanthood through his words and deeds, many of which invert the expected social structure of the day and call for extravagant selflessness and the exercise of compassion. As we think about the characteristics of the Kingdom, we today examine servanthood and what Jesus taught about servanthood through his words and deeds, many of which invert the expected social structure of the day and call for extravagant selflessness … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20517056/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_kingdomandservanthood/id/307805 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20517056 Kingdom, Servanthood, Compassion, Covenant, Scripture: Philippians 2:1-2:8, Series: The Vision Part#12 Sun, 11 Oct 2015 19:25:05 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the narrative of Jesus and the Samaritan woman at the well we see how Jesus symbolically re-establishes the broken covenant community of Israel by reuniting the north and the south through his outreach in Samaria. He accomplishes this through a long and complex conversation with a woman of little regard in her day. The importance of conversation and community is highlighted in this important narrative. In the narrative of Jesus and the Samaritan woman at the well we see how Jesus symbolically re-establishes the broken covenant community of Israel by reuniting the north and the south through his outreach in Samaria. He accomplishes this through a long and complex conversation with a woman of little regard in her day. The importance of conversation and community is highlighted in this important narrative. In the narrative of Jesus and the Samaritan woman at the well we see how Jesus symbolically re-establishes the broken covenant community of Israel by reuniting the north and the south through his outreach in Samaria. He accomplishes this through a long… Julian A. Davies 1986 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20511827/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_kingdomandcommunity/id/2457314.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20511827 Kingdom of God, Covenant, Community, Samaria, Woman at the well, Scripture: John 4:1-4:42, Series: The Vision Part#11 Sun, 11 Oct 2015 19:25:05 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the narrative of Jesus and the Samaritan woman at the well we see how Jesus symbolically re-establishes the broken covenant community of Israel by reuniting the north and the south through his outreach in Samaria. He accomplishes this through a long and complex conversation with a woman of little regard in her day. The importance of conversation and community is highlighted in this important narrative. In the narrative of Jesus and the Samaritan woman at the well we see how Jesus symbolically re-establishes the broken covenant community of Israel by reuniting the north and the south through his outreach in Samaria. He accomplishes this through a long and complex conversation with a woman of little regard in her day. The importance of conversation and community is highlighted in this important narrative. In the narrative of Jesus and the Samaritan woman at the well we see how Jesus symbolically re-establishes the broken covenant community of Israel by reuniting the north and the south through his outreach in Samaria. He accomplishes this through a long… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20511827/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_kingdomandcommunity/id/307362 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20511827 Kingdom of God, Covenant, Community, Samaria, Woman at the well, Scripture: John 4:1-4:42, Series: The Vision Part#11 Sun, 04 Oct 2015 19:25:06 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we explore the teachings of Jesus on the Kingdom, we encounter many parables in which we are shown what the Kingdom is "like." We see how Jesus' many teachings counter the values of his own society, leading us to think counter-culturally about our own. As we explore the teachings of Jesus on the Kingdom, we encounter many parables in which we are shown what the Kingdom is "like." We see how Jesus' many teachings counter the values of his own society, leading us to think counter-culturally about our own. As we explore the teachings of Jesus on the Kingdom, we encounter many parables in which we are shown what the Kingdom is "like." We see how Jesus' many teachings counter the values of his own society, leading us to think counter-culturally about our o… Julian A. Davies 2996 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20506187/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thekingdom/id/2451964.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20506187 Kingdom, Parables, Jesus, Values, Scripture: Matthew 5:1-5:12, Series: The Vision Part#10 Sun, 04 Oct 2015 19:25:06 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we explore the teachings of Jesus on the Kingdom, we encounter many parables in which we are shown what the Kingdom is "like." We see how Jesus' many teachings counter the values of his own society, leading us to think counter-culturally about our own. As we explore the teachings of Jesus on the Kingdom, we encounter many parables in which we are shown what the Kingdom is "like." We see how Jesus' many teachings counter the values of his own society, leading us to think counter-culturally about our own. As we explore the teachings of Jesus on the Kingdom, we encounter many parables in which we are shown what the Kingdom is "like." We see how Jesus' many teachings counter the values of his own society, leading us to think counter-culturally about our o… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20506187/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thekingdom/id/306851 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20506187 Kingdom, Parables, Jesus, Values, Scripture: Matthew 5:1-5:12, Series: The Vision Part#10 Sun, 27 Sep 2015 14:59:01 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we discuss values, vision and mission, we begin to think about the nature of the unity we celebrate in communion through the one loaf and in community through our communal work together. As we discuss values, vision and mission, we begin to think about the nature of the unity we celebrate in communion through the one loaf and in community through our communal work together. As we discuss values, vision and mission, we begin to think about the nature of the unity we celebrate in communion through the one loaf and in community through our communal work together. … Julian A. Davies 1752 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20499081/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_standingtogether/id/2445325.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20499081 Unity, community, communion, Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-4:6, Series: The Vision Part#9 Sun, 27 Sep 2015 14:59:01 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we discuss values, vision and mission, we begin to think about the nature of the unity we celebrate in communion through the one loaf and in community through our communal work together. As we discuss values, vision and mission, we begin to think about the nature of the unity we celebrate in communion through the one loaf and in community through our communal work together. As we discuss values, vision and mission, we begin to think about the nature of the unity we celebrate in communion through the one loaf and in community through our communal work together. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20499081/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_standingtogether/id/306364 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20499081 Unity, community, communion, Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-4:6, Series: The Vision Part#9 Sun, 20 Sep 2015 14:50:23 +0000 Julian A. Davies Looking back on life can be helpful when done reflectively but can become a problem when we create illusory "good old days" that never really existed. We see this issue acted out in the narrative of the Exodus and cautioned against in Ecclesiastes. Looking back on life can be helpful when done reflectively but can become a problem when we create illusory "good old days" that never really existed. We see this issue acted out in the narrative of the Exodus and cautioned against in Ecclesiastes. Looking back on life can be helpful when done reflectively but can become a problem when we create illusory "good old days" that never really existed. We see this issue acted out in the narrative of the Exodus and cautioned against in Ecclesiastes. … Julian A. Davies 1671 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20493647/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_ifonly/id/2440256.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20493647 Exodus, Trust, The Good Old Days, Reflection, Scripture: Hebrews 3:12-3:19, Series: The Vision Part#8 Sun, 20 Sep 2015 14:50:23 +0000 Julian A. Davies Looking back on life can be helpful when done reflectively but can become a problem when we create illusory "good old days" that never really existed. We see this issue acted out in the narrative of the Exodus and cautioned against in Ecclesiastes. Looking back on life can be helpful when done reflectively but can become a problem when we create illusory "good old days" that never really existed. We see this issue acted out in the narrative of the Exodus and cautioned against in Ecclesiastes. Looking back on life can be helpful when done reflectively but can become a problem when we create illusory "good old days" that never really existed. We see this issue acted out in the narrative of the Exodus and cautioned against in Ecclesiastes. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20493647/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_ifonly/id/305932 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20493647 Exodus, Trust, The Good Old Days, Reflection, Scripture: Hebrews 3:12-3:19, Series: The Vision Part#8 Sun, 13 Sep 2015 15:07:48 +0000 Julian A. Davies Our ability to assess our fears can be skewed by many factors and this imperfect assessment may lead us to poor choices. We look to the tools available to us in Scripture, tradition, reason and experience for guidance. Our ability to assess our fears can be skewed by many factors and this imperfect assessment may lead us to poor choices. We look to the tools available to us in Scripture, tradition, reason and experience for guidance. Our ability to assess our fears can be skewed by many factors and this imperfect assessment may lead us to poor choices. We look to the tools available to us in Scripture, tradition, reason and experience for guidance. … Julian A. Davies 2169 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20488034/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_donotbeafraid/id/2435025.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20488034 Fear, Exile, Faith, Scripture: 1 John 4:16-4:18, Series: The Vision Part#7 Sun, 13 Sep 2015 15:07:48 +0000 Julian A. Davies Our ability to assess our fears can be skewed by many factors and this imperfect assessment may lead us to poor choices. We look to the tools available to us in Scripture, tradition, reason and experience for guidance. Our ability to assess our fears can be skewed by many factors and this imperfect assessment may lead us to poor choices. We look to the tools available to us in Scripture, tradition, reason and experience for guidance. Our ability to assess our fears can be skewed by many factors and this imperfect assessment may lead us to poor choices. We look to the tools available to us in Scripture, tradition, reason and experience for guidance. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20488034/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_donotbeafraid/id/305480 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20488034 Fear, Exile, Faith, Scripture: 1 John 4:16-4:18, Series: The Vision Part#7 Sun, 06 Sep 2015 14:58:33 +0000 Julian A. Davies Paul's letter to the church at Corinth shows the many problems that arise when a community loses focus on the cross and starts to divide and travel many paths. How do we keep the main thing the main thing? Paul's letter to the church at Corinth shows the many problems that arise when a community loses focus on the cross and starts to divide and travel many paths. How do we keep the main thing the main thing? Paul's letter to the church at Corinth shows the many problems that arise when a community loses focus on the cross and starts to divide and travel many paths. How do we keep the main thing the main thing?… Julian A. Davies 1720 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20482712/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_keepingthemainthingthemainthin/id/2430087.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20482712 Focus, Diffusion, Gospel, Cross, Christ, Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-1:25, Series: The Vision Part#6 Sun, 06 Sep 2015 14:58:33 +0000 Julian A. Davies Paul's letter to the church at Corinth shows the many problems that arise when a community loses focus on the cross and starts to divide and travel many paths. How do we keep the main thing the main thing? Paul's letter to the church at Corinth shows the many problems that arise when a community loses focus on the cross and starts to divide and travel many paths. How do we keep the main thing the main thing? Paul's letter to the church at Corinth shows the many problems that arise when a community loses focus on the cross and starts to divide and travel many paths. How do we keep the main thing the main thing?… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20482712/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_keepingthemainthingthemainthin/id/305062 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20482712 Focus, Diffusion, Gospel, Cross, Christ, Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-1:25, Series: The Vision Part#6 Sun, 30 Aug 2015 18:34:44 +0000 Julian A. Davies We look to Hebrew Scripture, the Gospels and the letters of Paul for guidance on how to move forward when feeling "stuck." These sources exhibit a remarkable unity in their approaches, including prayerful discernment of what is truly important and a willingness to single-mindedly move forward despite great odds. We look to Hebrew Scripture, the Gospels and the letters of Paul for guidance on how to move forward when feeling "stuck." These sources exhibit a remarkable unity in their approaches, including prayerful discernment of what is truly important and a willingness to single-mindedly move forward despite great odds. We look to Hebrew Scripture, the Gospels and the letters of Paul for guidance on how to move forward when feeling "stuck." These sources exhibit a remarkable unity in their approaches, including prayerful discernment of what is truly important and a wi… Julian A. Davies 1618 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20478359/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_trappedinthemoment/id/2426036.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20478359 Core values, vision, mission, Kingdom of God, Jesus, Scripture: Philippians 4:4-4:9, Series: The Vision Part#5 Sun, 30 Aug 2015 18:34:44 +0000 Julian A. Davies We look to Hebrew Scripture, the Gospels and the letters of Paul for guidance on how to move forward when feeling "stuck." These sources exhibit a remarkable unity in their approaches, including prayerful discernment of what is truly important and a willingness to single-mindedly move forward despite great odds. We look to Hebrew Scripture, the Gospels and the letters of Paul for guidance on how to move forward when feeling "stuck." These sources exhibit a remarkable unity in their approaches, including prayerful discernment of what is truly important and a willingness to single-mindedly move forward despite great odds. We look to Hebrew Scripture, the Gospels and the letters of Paul for guidance on how to move forward when feeling "stuck." These sources exhibit a remarkable unity in their approaches, including prayerful discernment of what is truly important and a wi… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20478359/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_trappedinthemoment/id/304665 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20478359 Core values, vision, mission, Kingdom of God, Jesus, Scripture: Philippians 4:4-4:9, Series: The Vision Part#5 Sun, 23 Aug 2015 14:56:37 +0000 Julian A. Davies Temptation can lead us to stray from our values, vision and mission and yet through God's grace. most commonly mediated through the people of God, that temptation that leads to sin can be overcome. Temptation can lead us to stray from our values, vision and mission and yet through God's grace. most commonly mediated through the people of God, that temptation that leads to sin can be overcome. Temptation can lead us to stray from our values, vision and mission and yet through God's grace. most commonly mediated through the people of God, that temptation that leads to sin can be overcome.… Julian A. Davies 1813 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20472121/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_temptation/id/2420154.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20472121 Core values, Vision, Mission, Temptation, Wesley, Scripture: James 1:12-1:16, Series: The Vision Part#4 Sun, 23 Aug 2015 14:56:37 +0000 Julian A. Davies Temptation can lead us to stray from our values, vision and mission and yet through God's grace. most commonly mediated through the people of God, that temptation that leads to sin can be overcome. Temptation can lead us to stray from our values, vision and mission and yet through God's grace. most commonly mediated through the people of God, that temptation that leads to sin can be overcome. Temptation can lead us to stray from our values, vision and mission and yet through God's grace. most commonly mediated through the people of God, that temptation that leads to sin can be overcome.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20472121/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_temptation/id/304206 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20472121 Core values, Vision, Mission, Temptation, Wesley, Scripture: James 1:12-1:16, Series: The Vision Part#4 Sun, 16 Aug 2015 18:45:35 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies As we work to understand the values, vision and mission of Jesus, and how to conform our own lives more closely to the image of God, we encounter the expression, "God's will." How might we understand this? We look to Scripture, tradition, reason and experience, illuminated by the words of John Wesley, to see how we might best discern God's will and find meaning and purpose in our lives. As we work to understand the values, vision and mission of Jesus, and how to conform our own lives more closely to the image of God, we encounter the expression, "God's will." How might we understand this? We look to Scripture, tradition, reason and experience, illuminated by the words of John Wesley, to see how we might best discern God's will and find meaning and purpose in our lives. As we work to understand the values, vision and mission of Jesus, and how to conform our own lives more closely to the image of God, we encounter the expression, "God's will." How might we understand this? We look to Scripture, tradition, reason and … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 2081 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20467510/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_godswill/id/2415800.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20467510 God's Will, Vision, Values, Mission, Prayer, Discernment Sun, 16 Aug 2015 18:45:35 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies As we work to understand the values, vision and mission of Jesus, and how to conform our own lives more closely to the image of God, we encounter the expression, "God's will." How might we understand this? We look to Scripture, tradition, reason and experience, illuminated by the words of John Wesley, to see how we might best discern God's will and find meaning and purpose in our lives. As we work to understand the values, vision and mission of Jesus, and how to conform our own lives more closely to the image of God, we encounter the expression, "God's will." How might we understand this? We look to Scripture, tradition, reason and experience, illuminated by the words of John Wesley, to see how we might best discern God's will and find meaning and purpose in our lives. As we work to understand the values, vision and mission of Jesus, and how to conform our own lives more closely to the image of God, we encounter the expression, "God's will." How might we understand this? We look to Scripture, tradition, reason and … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20467510/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_godswill/id/303820 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20467510 God's Will, Vision, Values, Mission, Prayer, Discernment Sun, 09 Aug 2015 14:57:54 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies As we think about our core values, vision and mission, we look to the prayer life of Jesus in the Gospels and to the prayer life of Paul, especially in Romans 8, to guide us. As we think about our core values, vision and mission, we look to the prayer life of Jesus in the Gospels and to the prayer life of Paul, especially in Romans 8, to guide us. As we think about our core values, vision and mission, we look to the prayer life of Jesus in the Gospels and to the prayer life of Paul, especially in Romans 8, to guide us.… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 2077 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20461582/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_prayingandwaiting/id/2410234.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20461582 Values, Vision, Mission, Praying, Waiting, Kingdom Sun, 09 Aug 2015 14:57:54 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies As we think about our core values, vision and mission, we look to the prayer life of Jesus in the Gospels and to the prayer life of Paul, especially in Romans 8, to guide us. As we think about our core values, vision and mission, we look to the prayer life of Jesus in the Gospels and to the prayer life of Paul, especially in Romans 8, to guide us. As we think about our core values, vision and mission, we look to the prayer life of Jesus in the Gospels and to the prayer life of Paul, especially in Romans 8, to guide us.… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20461582/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_prayingandwaiting/id/303386 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20461582 Values, Vision, Mission, Praying, Waiting, Kingdom Sun, 02 Aug 2015 17:20:49 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies As we look at the account of the life of Jesus in Luke's Gospel, we see the things hat he holds dear (values), how he shapes these values into a vision for the world, and how he sets about his mission to make that vision a reality. Perhaps we too can look at our own values, vision and mission and set a path for our lives that leads to the Kingdom. As we look at the account of the life of Jesus in Luke's Gospel, we see the things hat he holds dear (values), how he shapes these values into a vision for the world, and how he sets about his mission to make that vision a reality. Perhaps we too can look at our own values, vision and mission and set a path for our lives that leads to the Kingdom. As we look at the account of the life of Jesus in Luke's Gospel, we see the things hat he holds dear (values), how he shapes these values into a vision for the world, and how he sets about his mission to make that vision a reality. Perhaps we too can l… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 2056 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20457129/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thevisionvaluesvisionandmissio/id/2406131.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20457129 Values, Vision, Mission, Kingdom of God, Jesus Sun, 02 Aug 2015 17:20:49 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies As we look at the account of the life of Jesus in Luke's Gospel, we see the things hat he holds dear (values), how he shapes these values into a vision for the world, and how he sets about his mission to make that vision a reality. Perhaps we too can look at our own values, vision and mission and set a path for our lives that leads to the Kingdom. As we look at the account of the life of Jesus in Luke's Gospel, we see the things hat he holds dear (values), how he shapes these values into a vision for the world, and how he sets about his mission to make that vision a reality. Perhaps we too can look at our own values, vision and mission and set a path for our lives that leads to the Kingdom. As we look at the account of the life of Jesus in Luke's Gospel, we see the things hat he holds dear (values), how he shapes these values into a vision for the world, and how he sets about his mission to make that vision a reality. Perhaps we too can l… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20457129/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thevisionvaluesvisionandmissio/id/302993 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20457129 Values, Vision, Mission, Kingdom of God, Jesus Sun, 26 Jul 2015 22:17:22 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies Today we look at a story of the disciples and Jesus from the Gospel of Mark and see how they were expecting one result of following Jesus, but things did not go the way they expected. God often has us do u-turns in life. We can step forward into change and growth, or stay where we are and stay safe. Which will you choose? Today we look at a story of the disciples and Jesus from the Gospel of Mark and see how they were expecting one result of following Jesus, but things did not go the way they expected. God often has us do u-turns in life. We can step forward into change and growth, or stay where we are and stay safe. Which will you choose? Today we look at a story of the disciples and Jesus from the Gospel of Mark and see how they were expecting one result of following Jesus, but things did not go the way they expected. God often has us do u-turns in life. We can step forward into change… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 902 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20452202/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_embracingtheunexpected/id/2402064.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20452202 unexpected, repent, change, God, Jesus, Abram Sun, 26 Jul 2015 22:17:22 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies Today we look at a story of the disciples and Jesus from the Gospel of Mark and see how they were expecting one result of following Jesus, but things did not go the way they expected. God often has us do u-turns in life. We can step forward into change and growth, or stay where we are and stay safe. Which will you choose? Today we look at a story of the disciples and Jesus from the Gospel of Mark and see how they were expecting one result of following Jesus, but things did not go the way they expected. God often has us do u-turns in life. We can step forward into change and growth, or stay where we are and stay safe. Which will you choose? Today we look at a story of the disciples and Jesus from the Gospel of Mark and see how they were expecting one result of following Jesus, but things did not go the way they expected. God often has us do u-turns in life. We can step forward into change… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20452202/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_embracingtheunexpected/id/302677 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20452202 unexpected, repent, change, God, Jesus, Abram Sun, 19 Jul 2015 16:16:55 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies Looking at Jesus' words in Matthew where he tells us not to worry as well as how valuable our connection is with God and others through the story of Esther. Looking at Jesus' words in Matthew where he tells us not to worry as well as how valuable our connection is with God and others through the story of Esther. Looking at Jesus' words in Matthew where he tells us not to worry as well as how valuable our connection is with God and others through the story of Esther.… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1250 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20447500/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whenisenoughenough/id/2397283.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20447500 enough, worry, anxiety, money, God, Jesus, the Disciples, Matthew, Esther, connection Sun, 19 Jul 2015 16:16:55 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies Looking at Jesus' words in Matthew where he tells us not to worry as well as how valuable our connection is with God and others through the story of Esther. Looking at Jesus' words in Matthew where he tells us not to worry as well as how valuable our connection is with God and others through the story of Esther. Looking at Jesus' words in Matthew where he tells us not to worry as well as how valuable our connection is with God and others through the story of Esther.… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20447500/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_whenisenoughenough/id/302261 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20447500 enough, worry, anxiety, money, God, Jesus, the Disciples, Matthew, Esther, connection Sun, 12 Jul 2015 20:33:45 +0000 Tiffany Ways Today we wrap up our addiction series with Tiffany Ways taking the reigns and walking us through some important facts about addiction and how it impacts kids, adults, everyone. Today we wrap up our addiction series with Tiffany Ways taking the reigns and walking us through some important facts about addiction and how it impacts kids, adults, everyone. Today we wrap up our addiction series with Tiffany Ways taking the reigns and walking us through some important facts about addiction and how it impacts kids, adults, everyone.… Tiffany Ways 2086 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20441361/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acommunalresponsetoourproblem/id/2391470.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20441361 addiction, heroin, them, us, epidemic, Scripture: Psalms 19:14-19, Luke 6:38-6 Sun, 12 Jul 2015 20:33:45 +0000 Tiffany Ways Today we wrap up our addiction series with Tiffany Ways taking the reigns and walking us through some important facts about addiction and how it impacts kids, adults, everyone. Today we wrap up our addiction series with Tiffany Ways taking the reigns and walking us through some important facts about addiction and how it impacts kids, adults, everyone. Today we wrap up our addiction series with Tiffany Ways taking the reigns and walking us through some important facts about addiction and how it impacts kids, adults, everyone.… Tiffany Ways https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20441361/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acommunalresponsetoourproblem/id/301774 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20441361 addiction, heroin, them, us, epidemic, Scripture: Psalms 19:14-19, Luke 6:38-6 Sun, 05 Jul 2015 15:29:48 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies We take a look at our primal fearful reaction to things, what Bambi has to do with it and how God fits in. We take a look at our primal fearful reaction to things, what Bambi has to do with it and how God fits in. We take a look at our primal fearful reaction to things, what Bambi has to do with it and how God fits in.… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1067 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20435308/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_godspromisesourfears/id/2385728.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20435308 fear, God, Bambi, change, unexpected, blessing, promise, history Sun, 05 Jul 2015 15:29:48 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies We take a look at our primal fearful reaction to things, what Bambi has to do with it and how God fits in. We take a look at our primal fearful reaction to things, what Bambi has to do with it and how God fits in. We take a look at our primal fearful reaction to things, what Bambi has to do with it and how God fits in.… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20435308/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_godspromisesourfears/id/301358 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20435308 fear, God, Bambi, change, unexpected, blessing, promise, history Sun, 28 Jun 2015 15:29:54 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies As we continue to journey through 1 Peter, we see that the author writes of how the community shall express love for its members and how we might implement such communal love today. As we continue to journey through 1 Peter, we see that the author writes of how the community shall express love for its members and how we might implement such communal love today. As we continue to journey through 1 Peter, we see that the author writes of how the community shall express love for its members and how we might implement such communal love today. … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1591 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20429008/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_lovecoversamultitudeofsins/id/2380550.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20429008 Love, sin, dispersion, Peter Sun, 28 Jun 2015 15:29:54 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies As we continue to journey through 1 Peter, we see that the author writes of how the community shall express love for its members and how we might implement such communal love today. As we continue to journey through 1 Peter, we see that the author writes of how the community shall express love for its members and how we might implement such communal love today. As we continue to journey through 1 Peter, we see that the author writes of how the community shall express love for its members and how we might implement such communal love today. … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20429008/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_lovecoversamultitudeofsins/id/300994 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20429008 Love, sin, dispersion, Peter Sun, 21 Jun 2015 18:36:23 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies In light of recent, tragic events at Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church, S.C., we look together at the words of 1 Peter, especially where the author writes that we should repay evil or abuse with a blessing. We see how individually and corporately we are called to "Depart from evil, and do good; seek peace, and pursue it" (Psalm 34, cited in 1 Peter) even when this calling is difficult and painful. In light of recent, tragic events at Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church, S.C., we look together at the words of 1 Peter, especially where the author writes that we should repay evil or abuse with a blessing. We see how individually and corporately we are called to "Depart from evil, and do good; seek peace, and pursue it" (Psalm 34, cited in 1 Peter) even when this calling is difficult and painful. In light of recent, tragic events at Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church, S.C., we look together at the words of 1 Peter, especially where the author writes that we should repay evil or abuse with a blessing. We see how individually and corporat… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1431 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20424186/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_forthisyouwerecalled/id/2376178.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20424186 Forgiveness, evil, abuse, racism. Sun, 21 Jun 2015 18:36:23 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies In light of recent, tragic events at Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church, S.C., we look together at the words of 1 Peter, especially where the author writes that we should repay evil or abuse with a blessing. We see how individually and corporately we are called to "Depart from evil, and do good; seek peace, and pursue it" (Psalm 34, cited in 1 Peter) even when this calling is difficult and painful. In light of recent, tragic events at Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church, S.C., we look together at the words of 1 Peter, especially where the author writes that we should repay evil or abuse with a blessing. We see how individually and corporately we are called to "Depart from evil, and do good; seek peace, and pursue it" (Psalm 34, cited in 1 Peter) even when this calling is difficult and painful. In light of recent, tragic events at Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church, S.C., we look together at the words of 1 Peter, especially where the author writes that we should repay evil or abuse with a blessing. We see how individually and corporat… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20424186/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_forthisyouwerecalled/id/300614 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20424186 Forgiveness, evil, abuse, racism. Sun, 14 Jun 2015 15:37:10 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies In the second chapter of 1 Peter, we see the followers of Christ encouraged to see themselves as the stones from which a living community of believers will be constructed in order to proclaim God's mighty acts in bringing his people from darkness to light. In the second chapter of 1 Peter, we see the followers of Christ encouraged to see themselves as the stones from which a living community of believers will be constructed in order to proclaim God's mighty acts in bringing his people from darkness to light. In the second chapter of 1 Peter, we see the followers of Christ encouraged to see themselves as the stones from which a living community of believers will be constructed in order to proclaim God's mighty acts in bringing his people from darkness to li… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1210 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20418170/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_godsownpeople/id/2370439.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20418170 Peter, Christ, cornerstone Sun, 14 Jun 2015 15:37:10 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies In the second chapter of 1 Peter, we see the followers of Christ encouraged to see themselves as the stones from which a living community of believers will be constructed in order to proclaim God's mighty acts in bringing his people from darkness to light. In the second chapter of 1 Peter, we see the followers of Christ encouraged to see themselves as the stones from which a living community of believers will be constructed in order to proclaim God's mighty acts in bringing his people from darkness to light. In the second chapter of 1 Peter, we see the followers of Christ encouraged to see themselves as the stones from which a living community of believers will be constructed in order to proclaim God's mighty acts in bringing his people from darkness to li… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20418170/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_godsownpeople/id/300197 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20418170 Peter, Christ, cornerstone Sun, 07 Jun 2015 18:41:17 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies In the letter known as 1 Peter, the author sends a message of hope to those scattered in the Dispersion; a hope based upon the resurrection of Jesus that is alive even in the midst of apparent hopelessness and despair. In the letter known as 1 Peter, the author sends a message of hope to those scattered in the Dispersion; a hope based upon the resurrection of Jesus that is alive even in the midst of apparent hopelessness and despair. In the letter known as 1 Peter, the author sends a message of hope to those scattered in the Dispersion; a hope based upon the resurrection of Jesus that is alive even in the midst of apparent hopelessness and despair. … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1571 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20413316/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_anewbirthintoalivinghope/id/2365917.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20413316 Hope, Holiness, Peter, Resurrection Sun, 07 Jun 2015 18:41:17 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies In the letter known as 1 Peter, the author sends a message of hope to those scattered in the Dispersion; a hope based upon the resurrection of Jesus that is alive even in the midst of apparent hopelessness and despair. In the letter known as 1 Peter, the author sends a message of hope to those scattered in the Dispersion; a hope based upon the resurrection of Jesus that is alive even in the midst of apparent hopelessness and despair. In the letter known as 1 Peter, the author sends a message of hope to those scattered in the Dispersion; a hope based upon the resurrection of Jesus that is alive even in the midst of apparent hopelessness and despair. … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20413316/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_anewbirthintoalivinghope/id/299808 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20413316 Hope, Holiness, Peter, Resurrection Mon, 01 Jun 2015 02:42:01 +0000 Diana M. Mathias Today we look at the theology of the Trinity. Where did it come from? Why do we think God is three persons in one God? What does this mean for us and why does it matter? Today we look at the theology of the Trinity. Where did it come from? Why do we think God is three persons in one God? What does this mean for us and why does it matter? Today we look at the theology of the Trinity. Where did it come from? Why do we think God is three persons in one God? What does this mean for us and why does it matter?… Diana M. Mathias 1535 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20411616/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_trinitysundaytrustingod/id/2364500.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20411616 Trinity, God, Trust, Holy Spirit, Jesus, bad analogies, metaphor, Scripture: Proverbs 8:1-8:31, John 14:5-14:27 Mon, 01 Jun 2015 02:42:01 +0000 Diana M. Mathias Today we look at the theology of the Trinity. Where did it come from? Why do we think God is three persons in one God? What does this mean for us and why does it matter? Today we look at the theology of the Trinity. Where did it come from? Why do we think God is three persons in one God? What does this mean for us and why does it matter? Today we look at the theology of the Trinity. Where did it come from? Why do we think God is three persons in one God? What does this mean for us and why does it matter?… Diana M. Mathias https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20411616/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_trinitysundaytrustingod/id/299693 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20411616 Trinity, God, Trust, Holy Spirit, Jesus, bad analogies, metaphor, Scripture: Proverbs 8:1-8:31, John 14:5-14:27 Sun, 24 May 2015 14:52:45 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies On this Pentecost Sunday - which coincides with Aldersgate Day this year - we position the Christian celebration of Pentecost within its historical location and come to see it as an integral part of God's overarching narrative and not as an intrusion into it. Through the Spirit we are drawn ever closer to God and our neighbor, such that the loving community of the church may then reach out to the very margins of society to carry the good news of God's invitation to all people. On this Pentecost Sunday - which coincides with Aldersgate Day this year - we position the Christian celebration of Pentecost within its historical location and come to see it as an integral part of God's overarching narrative and not as an intrusion into it. Through the Spirit we are drawn ever closer to God and our neighbor, such that the loving community of the church may then reach out to the very margins of society to carry the good news of God's invitation to all people. On this Pentecost Sunday - which coincides with Aldersgate Day this year - we position the Christian celebration of Pentecost within its historical location and come to see it as an integral part of God's overarching narrative and not as an intrusion i… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1526 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20403471/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_iwillpouroutmyspirit/id/2356631.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20403471 Pentecost, Spirit, Church, Scripture: Acts 2:1-2:21 Sun, 24 May 2015 14:52:45 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies On this Pentecost Sunday - which coincides with Aldersgate Day this year - we position the Christian celebration of Pentecost within its historical location and come to see it as an integral part of God's overarching narrative and not as an intrusion into it. Through the Spirit we are drawn ever closer to God and our neighbor, such that the loving community of the church may then reach out to the very margins of society to carry the good news of God's invitation to all people. On this Pentecost Sunday - which coincides with Aldersgate Day this year - we position the Christian celebration of Pentecost within its historical location and come to see it as an integral part of God's overarching narrative and not as an intrusion into it. Through the Spirit we are drawn ever closer to God and our neighbor, such that the loving community of the church may then reach out to the very margins of society to carry the good news of God's invitation to all people. On this Pentecost Sunday - which coincides with Aldersgate Day this year - we position the Christian celebration of Pentecost within its historical location and come to see it as an integral part of God's overarching narrative and not as an intrusion i… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20403471/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_iwillpouroutmyspirit/id/299026 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20403471 Pentecost, Spirit, Church, Scripture: Acts 2:1-2:21 Sun, 17 May 2015 15:57:35 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies Jesus prayed for his disciples, both those before him and those who would follow (i.e. us). His prayer is that we be in the world and protected. We see how that prayer is answered both locally and globally when we step out in faith to help build the Kingdom. Jesus prayed for his disciples, both those before him and those who would follow (i.e. us). His prayer is that we be in the world and protected. We see how that prayer is answered both locally and globally when we step out in faith to help build the Kingdom. Jesus prayed for his disciples, both those before him and those who would follow (i.e. us). His prayer is that we be in the world and protected. We see how that prayer is answered both locally and globally when we step out in faith to help build the Ki… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 2439 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20396899/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_intotheworld/id/2350047.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20396899 Kingdom, prayer, Jesus Sun, 17 May 2015 15:57:35 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies Jesus prayed for his disciples, both those before him and those who would follow (i.e. us). His prayer is that we be in the world and protected. We see how that prayer is answered both locally and globally when we step out in faith to help build the Kingdom. Jesus prayed for his disciples, both those before him and those who would follow (i.e. us). His prayer is that we be in the world and protected. We see how that prayer is answered both locally and globally when we step out in faith to help build the Kingdom. Jesus prayed for his disciples, both those before him and those who would follow (i.e. us). His prayer is that we be in the world and protected. We see how that prayer is answered both locally and globally when we step out in faith to help build the Ki… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20396899/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_intotheworld/id/298480 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20396899 Kingdom, prayer, Jesus Mon, 11 May 2015 00:33:45 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies In the encounter between Peter and Cornelius, the work of the Holy Spirit in the lives of gentiles cannot be denied and Peter baptizes them in the name of Jesus Christ. In the encounter between Peter and Cornelius, the work of the Holy Spirit in the lives of gentiles cannot be denied and Peter baptizes them in the name of Jesus Christ. In the encounter between Peter and Cornelius, the work of the Holy Spirit in the lives of gentiles cannot be denied and Peter baptizes them in the name of Jesus Christ. … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1108 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20392774/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_baptizedinthenameofesuschrist/id/2346348.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20392774 Baptism, gentiles, grace, Holy Spirit, Scripture: Acts 10:44-10:48 Mon, 11 May 2015 00:33:45 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies In the encounter between Peter and Cornelius, the work of the Holy Spirit in the lives of gentiles cannot be denied and Peter baptizes them in the name of Jesus Christ. In the encounter between Peter and Cornelius, the work of the Holy Spirit in the lives of gentiles cannot be denied and Peter baptizes them in the name of Jesus Christ. In the encounter between Peter and Cornelius, the work of the Holy Spirit in the lives of gentiles cannot be denied and Peter baptizes them in the name of Jesus Christ. … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20392774/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_baptizedinthenameofesuschrist/id/298137 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20392774 Baptism, gentiles, grace, Holy Spirit, Scripture: Acts 10:44-10:48 Mon, 04 May 2015 01:59:00 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies Along the road to Gaza, Philip encounters an interesting individual whose identity, one way or another, seems to exclude the possibility of his inclusion among the people of God. In answer to his question, "What is to prevent me from being baptized?" Philip says nothing and simply baptizes him. His overarching identity is forever changed. Now he is a beloved child of God! Along the road to Gaza, Philip encounters an interesting individual whose identity, one way or another, seems to exclude the possibility of his inclusion among the people of God. In answer to his question, "What is to prevent me from being baptized?" Philip says nothing and simply baptizes him. His overarching identity is forever changed. Now he is a beloved child of God! Along the road to Gaza, Philip encounters an interesting individual whose identity, one way or another, seems to exclude the possibility of his inclusion among the people of God. In answer to his question, "What is to prevent me from being baptized?" P… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1464 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20387145/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whatistopreventmefrombeingbapt/id/2341411.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20387145 Baptism, Inclusion, Body of Christ, Scripture: Acts 8:26-8:40 Mon, 04 May 2015 01:59:00 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies Along the road to Gaza, Philip encounters an interesting individual whose identity, one way or another, seems to exclude the possibility of his inclusion among the people of God. In answer to his question, "What is to prevent me from being baptized?" Philip says nothing and simply baptizes him. His overarching identity is forever changed. Now he is a beloved child of God! Along the road to Gaza, Philip encounters an interesting individual whose identity, one way or another, seems to exclude the possibility of his inclusion among the people of God. In answer to his question, "What is to prevent me from being baptized?" Philip says nothing and simply baptizes him. His overarching identity is forever changed. Now he is a beloved child of God! Along the road to Gaza, Philip encounters an interesting individual whose identity, one way or another, seems to exclude the possibility of his inclusion among the people of God. In answer to his question, "What is to prevent me from being baptized?" P… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20387145/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_whatistopreventmefrombeingbapt/id/297710 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20387145 Baptism, Inclusion, Body of Christ, Scripture: Acts 8:26-8:40 Sun, 26 Apr 2015 12:03:03 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies In the description of the encounter of Cleopas and his companion with Jesus on the road to Emmaus, we see the importance of hospitality and how their epiphany would have been missed if the travelers had not invited Jesus to stay with them. The model for hospitality involves a subtle mutuality between host and guest, and models for us how hospitality can be envisioned in the church today. In the description of the encounter of Cleopas and his companion with Jesus on the road to Emmaus, we see the importance of hospitality and how their epiphany would have been missed if the travelers had not invited Jesus to stay with them. The model for hospitality involves a subtle mutuality between host and guest, and models for us how hospitality can be envisioned in the church today. In the description of the encounter of Cleopas and his companion with Jesus on the road to Emmaus, we see the importance of hospitality and how their epiphany would have been missed if the travelers had not invited Jesus to stay with them. The model fo… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1818 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20381508/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_inthebreakingofthebread/id/2336212.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20381508 Emmaus, hospitality, bread, communion Sun, 26 Apr 2015 12:03:03 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies In the description of the encounter of Cleopas and his companion with Jesus on the road to Emmaus, we see the importance of hospitality and how their epiphany would have been missed if the travelers had not invited Jesus to stay with them. The model for hospitality involves a subtle mutuality between host and guest, and models for us how hospitality can be envisioned in the church today. In the description of the encounter of Cleopas and his companion with Jesus on the road to Emmaus, we see the importance of hospitality and how their epiphany would have been missed if the travelers had not invited Jesus to stay with them. The model for hospitality involves a subtle mutuality between host and guest, and models for us how hospitality can be envisioned in the church today. In the description of the encounter of Cleopas and his companion with Jesus on the road to Emmaus, we see the importance of hospitality and how their epiphany would have been missed if the travelers had not invited Jesus to stay with them. The model fo… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20381508/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_inthebreakingofthebread/id/297258 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20381508 Emmaus, hospitality, bread, communion Mon, 20 Apr 2015 03:14:14 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies With the destruction of the Temple in 70 AD, the people were faced with the question of where now to encounter God. The followers of Jesus found an answer to that question in the person of the resurrected Christ and, following the ascension, in the Body of Christ formed by his followers. With the destruction of the Temple in 70 AD, the people were faced with the question of where now to encounter God. The followers of Jesus found an answer to that question in the person of the resurrected Christ and, following the ascension, in the Body of Christ formed by his followers. With the destruction of the Temple in 70 AD, the people were faced with the question of where now to encounter God. The followers of Jesus found an answer to that question in the person of the resurrected Christ and, following the ascension, in the Bod… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1484 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20375028/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_youarewitnessesofthesethings/id/2330809.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20375028 Witness, resurrection, Jesus Mon, 20 Apr 2015 03:14:14 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies With the destruction of the Temple in 70 AD, the people were faced with the question of where now to encounter God. The followers of Jesus found an answer to that question in the person of the resurrected Christ and, following the ascension, in the Body of Christ formed by his followers. With the destruction of the Temple in 70 AD, the people were faced with the question of where now to encounter God. The followers of Jesus found an answer to that question in the person of the resurrected Christ and, following the ascension, in the Body of Christ formed by his followers. With the destruction of the Temple in 70 AD, the people were faced with the question of where now to encounter God. The followers of Jesus found an answer to that question in the person of the resurrected Christ and, following the ascension, in the Bod… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20375028/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_youarewitnessesofthesethings/id/296776 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20375028 Witness, resurrection, Jesus Sun, 12 Apr 2015 18:42:30 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies As we see the reactions of those to whom the resurrected Christ appears, it becomes apparent that confusion, doubt and fear reign. As the new life promised through resurrection turns the world upside down and inside out, such reactions continue today. And, despite this, Jesus appears in our midst and send us out to do his work in the world. As we see the reactions of those to whom the resurrected Christ appears, it becomes apparent that confusion, doubt and fear reign. As the new life promised through resurrection turns the world upside down and inside out, such reactions continue today. And, despite this, Jesus appears in our midst and send us out to do his work in the world. As we see the reactions of those to whom the resurrected Christ appears, it becomes apparent that confusion, doubt and fear reign. As the new life promised through resurrection turns the world upside down and inside out, such reactions continue today. … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1454 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20368249/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_mylordandmygod/id/2324615.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20368249 Thomas, Jesus, resurrection, fear, new life, Scripture: John 20:19-20:31 Sun, 12 Apr 2015 18:42:30 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies As we see the reactions of those to whom the resurrected Christ appears, it becomes apparent that confusion, doubt and fear reign. As the new life promised through resurrection turns the world upside down and inside out, such reactions continue today. And, despite this, Jesus appears in our midst and send us out to do his work in the world. As we see the reactions of those to whom the resurrected Christ appears, it becomes apparent that confusion, doubt and fear reign. As the new life promised through resurrection turns the world upside down and inside out, such reactions continue today. And, despite this, Jesus appears in our midst and send us out to do his work in the world. As we see the reactions of those to whom the resurrected Christ appears, it becomes apparent that confusion, doubt and fear reign. As the new life promised through resurrection turns the world upside down and inside out, such reactions continue today. … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20368249/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_mylordandmygod/id/296266 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20368249 Thomas, Jesus, resurrection, fear, new life, Scripture: John 20:19-20:31 Sun, 05 Apr 2015 18:56:36 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies On this Easter Sunday we follow John's account of the discovery of the empty tomb and see how the resurrection event leads to new life for us today in the Body of Christ. On this Easter Sunday we follow John's account of the discovery of the empty tomb and see how the resurrection event leads to new life for us today in the Body of Christ. On this Easter Sunday we follow John's account of the discovery of the empty tomb and see how the resurrection event leads to new life for us today in the Body of Christ. … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1677 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20362275/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_ihaveseenthelord/id/2318877.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20362275 Easter, resurrection, new life, Scripture: John 20:1-20:18 Sun, 05 Apr 2015 18:56:36 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies On this Easter Sunday we follow John's account of the discovery of the empty tomb and see how the resurrection event leads to new life for us today in the Body of Christ. On this Easter Sunday we follow John's account of the discovery of the empty tomb and see how the resurrection event leads to new life for us today in the Body of Christ. On this Easter Sunday we follow John's account of the discovery of the empty tomb and see how the resurrection event leads to new life for us today in the Body of Christ. … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20362275/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_ihaveseenthelord/id/295806 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20362275 Easter, resurrection, new life, Scripture: John 20:1-20:18 Sun, 29 Mar 2015 18:48:35 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies On this Palm Sunday - Passion Sunday we look at Mark's account of the entry of Jesus into Jerusalem and the events that lead to his crucifixion, death and placement in the tomb of Joseph of Arimathea. In one week, the crowds move from welcoming Jesus as king to calling for his crucifixion. We see how this transition stemmed, in part, from a poor understanding of the person and work of Jesus and how even today, such an understanding can move us in very few steps from proclaiming Jesus as king to crucifying him yet again. On this Palm Sunday - Passion Sunday we look at Mark's account of the entry of Jesus into Jerusalem and the events that lead to his crucifixion, death and placement in the tomb of Joseph of Arimathea. In one week, the crowds move from welcoming Jesus as king to calling for his crucifixion. We see how this transition stemmed, in part, from a poor understanding of the person and work of Jesus and how even today, such an understanding can move us in very few steps from proclaiming Jesus as king to crucifying him yet again. On this Palm Sunday - Passion Sunday we look at Mark's account of the entry of Jesus into Jerusalem and the events that lead to his crucifixion, death and placement in the tomb of Joseph of Arimathea. In one week, the crowds move from welcoming Jesus a… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 2093 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20356431/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_theremaybeariot/id/2313408.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20356431 Palm Sunday, Passion Sunday, Jesus, Jerusalem, Crucifixion, Scripture: Mark 14:1-14:25 Sun, 29 Mar 2015 18:48:35 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies On this Palm Sunday - Passion Sunday we look at Mark's account of the entry of Jesus into Jerusalem and the events that lead to his crucifixion, death and placement in the tomb of Joseph of Arimathea. In one week, the crowds move from welcoming Jesus as king to calling for his crucifixion. We see how this transition stemmed, in part, from a poor understanding of the person and work of Jesus and how even today, such an understanding can move us in very few steps from proclaiming Jesus as king to crucifying him yet again. On this Palm Sunday - Passion Sunday we look at Mark's account of the entry of Jesus into Jerusalem and the events that lead to his crucifixion, death and placement in the tomb of Joseph of Arimathea. In one week, the crowds move from welcoming Jesus as king to calling for his crucifixion. We see how this transition stemmed, in part, from a poor understanding of the person and work of Jesus and how even today, such an understanding can move us in very few steps from proclaiming Jesus as king to crucifying him yet again. On this Palm Sunday - Passion Sunday we look at Mark's account of the entry of Jesus into Jerusalem and the events that lead to his crucifixion, death and placement in the tomb of Joseph of Arimathea. In one week, the crowds move from welcoming Jesus a… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20356431/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_theremaybeariot/id/295348 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20356431 Palm Sunday, Passion Sunday, Jesus, Jerusalem, Crucifixion, Scripture: Mark 14:1-14:25 Sun, 22 Mar 2015 19:15:44 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies When Greeks, likely proselytes to Judaism in Jerusalem for Passover, indirectly approach Jesus via Philip and Andrew, he announces that the time has come for his glorification. As we explore this passage we see how these firstfruits of the Gentile world coming to Jesus model the outcome of the Abrahamic covenant, with Judaism reaching out into the world to be a blessing to the nations, now made possible through Jesus. We see how this can be a model for our own witness and evangelism today. When Greeks, likely proselytes to Judaism in Jerusalem for Passover, indirectly approach Jesus via Philip and Andrew, he announces that the time has come for his glorification. As we explore this passage we see how these firstfruits of the Gentile world coming to Jesus model the outcome of the Abrahamic covenant, with Judaism reaching out into the world to be a blessing to the nations, now made possible through Jesus. We see how this can be a model for our own witness and evangelism today. When Greeks, likely proselytes to Judaism in Jerusalem for Passover, indirectly approach Jesus via Philip and Andrew, he announces that the time has come for his glorification. As we explore this passage we see how these firstfruits of the Gentile wor… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1563 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20350704/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_wewishtoseeesus/id/2308145.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20350704 Witness, Lent, Jesus Sun, 22 Mar 2015 19:15:44 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies When Greeks, likely proselytes to Judaism in Jerusalem for Passover, indirectly approach Jesus via Philip and Andrew, he announces that the time has come for his glorification. As we explore this passage we see how these firstfruits of the Gentile world coming to Jesus model the outcome of the Abrahamic covenant, with Judaism reaching out into the world to be a blessing to the nations, now made possible through Jesus. We see how this can be a model for our own witness and evangelism today. When Greeks, likely proselytes to Judaism in Jerusalem for Passover, indirectly approach Jesus via Philip and Andrew, he announces that the time has come for his glorification. As we explore this passage we see how these firstfruits of the Gentile world coming to Jesus model the outcome of the Abrahamic covenant, with Judaism reaching out into the world to be a blessing to the nations, now made possible through Jesus. We see how this can be a model for our own witness and evangelism today. When Greeks, likely proselytes to Judaism in Jerusalem for Passover, indirectly approach Jesus via Philip and Andrew, he announces that the time has come for his glorification. As we explore this passage we see how these firstfruits of the Gentile wor… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20350704/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_wewishtoseeesus/id/294897 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20350704 Witness, Lent, Jesus Sun, 15 Mar 2015 18:46:47 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies In his conversation with Nicodemus, Jesus refers to incidents in the narrative of the Exodus to better communicate his message. We look to the story of Moses, interpreted by Jesus, to help us see the importance of our Lenten practices as we journey towards the cross and the empty tomb. In his conversation with Nicodemus, Jesus refers to incidents in the narrative of the Exodus to better communicate his message. We look to the story of Moses, interpreted by Jesus, to help us see the importance of our Lenten practices as we journey towards the cross and the empty tomb. In his conversation with Nicodemus, Jesus refers to incidents in the narrative of the Exodus to better communicate his message. We look to the story of Moses, interpreted by Jesus, to help us see the importance of our Lenten practices as we journey tow… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1494 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20344930/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_snakesinthegrass/id/2302668.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20344930 Lent, Jesus, Moses, snakes, salvation Sun, 15 Mar 2015 18:46:47 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies In his conversation with Nicodemus, Jesus refers to incidents in the narrative of the Exodus to better communicate his message. We look to the story of Moses, interpreted by Jesus, to help us see the importance of our Lenten practices as we journey towards the cross and the empty tomb. In his conversation with Nicodemus, Jesus refers to incidents in the narrative of the Exodus to better communicate his message. We look to the story of Moses, interpreted by Jesus, to help us see the importance of our Lenten practices as we journey towards the cross and the empty tomb. In his conversation with Nicodemus, Jesus refers to incidents in the narrative of the Exodus to better communicate his message. We look to the story of Moses, interpreted by Jesus, to help us see the importance of our Lenten practices as we journey tow… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20344930/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_snakesinthegrass/id/294442 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20344930 Lent, Jesus, Moses, snakes, salvation Sun, 01 Mar 2015 19:34:33 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies As we journey through Lent, we consider what Jesus might have meant when he spoke of denying oneself and carrying one's cross. These complex words of Jesus suggest to us a call to devote ourselves to participating in God's work of sanctification and to co-creating the Kingdom of God. As we journey through Lent, we consider what Jesus might have meant when he spoke of denying oneself and carrying one's cross. These complex words of Jesus suggest to us a call to devote ourselves to participating in God's work of sanctification and to co-creating the Kingdom of God. As we journey through Lent, we consider what Jesus might have meant when he spoke of denying oneself and carrying one's cross. These complex words of Jesus suggest to us a call to devote ourselves to participating in God's work of sanctification and to… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1636 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20332593/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_selfdenial/id/2291002.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20332593 Lent, Cross, Jesus, Self denial, Scripture: Mark 8:34-8:37 Sun, 01 Mar 2015 19:34:33 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies As we journey through Lent, we consider what Jesus might have meant when he spoke of denying oneself and carrying one's cross. These complex words of Jesus suggest to us a call to devote ourselves to participating in God's work of sanctification and to co-creating the Kingdom of God. As we journey through Lent, we consider what Jesus might have meant when he spoke of denying oneself and carrying one's cross. These complex words of Jesus suggest to us a call to devote ourselves to participating in God's work of sanctification and to co-creating the Kingdom of God. As we journey through Lent, we consider what Jesus might have meant when he spoke of denying oneself and carrying one's cross. These complex words of Jesus suggest to us a call to devote ourselves to participating in God's work of sanctification and to… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20332593/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_selfdenial/id/293459 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20332593 Lent, Cross, Jesus, Self denial, Scripture: Mark 8:34-8:37 Sun, 22 Feb 2015 19:55:51 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies During Lent we have the opportunity to shake off lethargy and apathy, and do battle with acedia, by doing the hard work of examining our internal lives guided by prayer, fasting, alms-giving and penitence. In so doing, we deploy the seven gifts of the Spirit against the seven deadly sins and seek the seven virtues in our lives. Being a follower of Jesus is more than being a fan. During Lent we have the opportunity to shake off lethargy and apathy, and do battle with acedia, by doing the hard work of examining our internal lives guided by prayer, fasting, alms-giving and penitence. In so doing, we deploy the seven gifts of the Spirit against the seven deadly sins and seek the seven virtues in our lives. Being a follower of Jesus is more than being a fan. During Lent we have the opportunity to shake off lethargy and apathy, and do battle with acedia, by doing the hard work of examining our internal lives guided by prayer, fasting, alms-giving and penitence. In so doing, we deploy the seven gifts of the… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1943 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20327052/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_followers/id/2285598.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20327052 Discipleship, Acedia, Lent, Scripture: Mark 1:16-1:20 Sun, 22 Feb 2015 19:55:51 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies During Lent we have the opportunity to shake off lethargy and apathy, and do battle with acedia, by doing the hard work of examining our internal lives guided by prayer, fasting, alms-giving and penitence. In so doing, we deploy the seven gifts of the Spirit against the seven deadly sins and seek the seven virtues in our lives. Being a follower of Jesus is more than being a fan. During Lent we have the opportunity to shake off lethargy and apathy, and do battle with acedia, by doing the hard work of examining our internal lives guided by prayer, fasting, alms-giving and penitence. In so doing, we deploy the seven gifts of the Spirit against the seven deadly sins and seek the seven virtues in our lives. Being a follower of Jesus is more than being a fan. During Lent we have the opportunity to shake off lethargy and apathy, and do battle with acedia, by doing the hard work of examining our internal lives guided by prayer, fasting, alms-giving and penitence. In so doing, we deploy the seven gifts of the… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20327052/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_followers/id/292974 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20327052 Discipleship, Acedia, Lent, Scripture: Mark 1:16-1:20 Sun, 08 Feb 2015 20:15:11 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies Wesley saw ethics as a response to God's acts of grace in justification and regeneration. The shape of grace and its ethical contours were passed to us by Jesus in his Sermon on the Mount. Wesley saw ethics as a response to God's acts of grace in justification and regeneration. The shape of grace and its ethical contours were passed to us by Jesus in his Sermon on the Mount. Wesley saw ethics as a response to God's acts of grace in justification and regeneration. The shape of grace and its ethical contours were passed to us by Jesus in his Sermon on the Mount. … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1849 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20315117/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_theologicalethics/id/2274545.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20315117 Ethics, Wesley, Sermon on the Mount, Christian Perfection, Scripture: Matthew 5:1-5:12, Series: Wesleyan Ethics Part#4 Sun, 08 Feb 2015 20:15:11 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies Wesley saw ethics as a response to God's acts of grace in justification and regeneration. The shape of grace and its ethical contours were passed to us by Jesus in his Sermon on the Mount. Wesley saw ethics as a response to God's acts of grace in justification and regeneration. The shape of grace and its ethical contours were passed to us by Jesus in his Sermon on the Mount. Wesley saw ethics as a response to God's acts of grace in justification and regeneration. The shape of grace and its ethical contours were passed to us by Jesus in his Sermon on the Mount. … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20315117/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_theologicalethics/id/291891 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20315117 Ethics, Wesley, Sermon on the Mount, Christian Perfection, Scripture: Matthew 5:1-5:12, Series: Wesleyan Ethics Part#4 Sun, 01 Feb 2015 16:41:37 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies John Wesley's political ethics - a response to the times in which he lived - called for equality, liberty and responsibility, conditions he saw as inherent in those created in the image of God. John Wesley's political ethics - a response to the times in which he lived - called for equality, liberty and responsibility, conditions he saw as inherent in those created in the image of God. John Wesley's political ethics - a response to the times in which he lived - called for equality, liberty and responsibility, conditions he saw as inherent in those created in the image of God.… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1856 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20307999/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_politicalethics/id/2267819.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20307999 Ethics, Politics, Wesley, Slavery, Liberty, Scripture: Philemon 1:4-1:16, Series: Wesleyan Ethics Part#3 Sun, 01 Feb 2015 16:41:37 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies John Wesley's political ethics - a response to the times in which he lived - called for equality, liberty and responsibility, conditions he saw as inherent in those created in the image of God. John Wesley's political ethics - a response to the times in which he lived - called for equality, liberty and responsibility, conditions he saw as inherent in those created in the image of God. John Wesley's political ethics - a response to the times in which he lived - called for equality, liberty and responsibility, conditions he saw as inherent in those created in the image of God.… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20307999/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_politicalethics/id/291306 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20307999 Ethics, Politics, Wesley, Slavery, Liberty, Scripture: Philemon 1:4-1:16, Series: Wesleyan Ethics Part#3 Sun, 25 Jan 2015 20:31:26 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies Wesley's economic ethics calls into question ideas about the nature of property ownership, the reasons for labor, and the purpose behind the accumulation of wealth. Wesley's challenge to us today is to respond to the economic problems surrounding us in creative and meaningful ways. Wesley's economic ethics calls into question ideas about the nature of property ownership, the reasons for labor, and the purpose behind the accumulation of wealth. Wesley's challenge to us today is to respond to the economic problems surrounding us in creative and meaningful ways. Wesley's economic ethics calls into question ideas about the nature of property ownership, the reasons for labor, and the purpose behind the accumulation of wealth. Wesley's challenge to us today is to respond to the economic problems surrounding us in… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 2033 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20300585/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_wesleyaneconomicethics/id/2262307.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20300585 Wesley, ethics, economics, stewardship Sun, 25 Jan 2015 20:31:26 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies Wesley's economic ethics calls into question ideas about the nature of property ownership, the reasons for labor, and the purpose behind the accumulation of wealth. Wesley's challenge to us today is to respond to the economic problems surrounding us in creative and meaningful ways. Wesley's economic ethics calls into question ideas about the nature of property ownership, the reasons for labor, and the purpose behind the accumulation of wealth. Wesley's challenge to us today is to respond to the economic problems surrounding us in creative and meaningful ways. Wesley's economic ethics calls into question ideas about the nature of property ownership, the reasons for labor, and the purpose behind the accumulation of wealth. Wesley's challenge to us today is to respond to the economic problems surrounding us in… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20300585/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_wesleyaneconomicethics/id/290795 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20300585 Wesley, ethics, economics, stewardship Sun, 18 Jan 2015 19:54:33 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies John Wesley saw that our ethical interactions with those around us are held accountable through constant attention in small groups such that we help each other maintain focus on works of piety and works of mercy. Our journey towards entire sanctification in some sense requires such works and so our focus on these endeavors cannot be lost. John Wesley saw that our ethical interactions with those around us are held accountable through constant attention in small groups such that we help each other maintain focus on works of piety and works of mercy. Our journey towards entire sanctification in some sense requires such works and so our focus on these endeavors cannot be lost. John Wesley saw that our ethical interactions with those around us are held accountable through constant attention in small groups such that we help each other maintain focus on works of piety and works of mercy. Our journey towards entire sanctificati… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1661 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20294564/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_wesleyansocialethics/id/2256619.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20294564 John Wesley, Ethics, Love World, Church, Methodism Sun, 18 Jan 2015 19:54:33 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies John Wesley saw that our ethical interactions with those around us are held accountable through constant attention in small groups such that we help each other maintain focus on works of piety and works of mercy. Our journey towards entire sanctification in some sense requires such works and so our focus on these endeavors cannot be lost. John Wesley saw that our ethical interactions with those around us are held accountable through constant attention in small groups such that we help each other maintain focus on works of piety and works of mercy. Our journey towards entire sanctification in some sense requires such works and so our focus on these endeavors cannot be lost. John Wesley saw that our ethical interactions with those around us are held accountable through constant attention in small groups such that we help each other maintain focus on works of piety and works of mercy. Our journey towards entire sanctificati… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20294564/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_wesleyansocialethics/id/290314 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20294564 John Wesley, Ethics, Love World, Church, Methodism Sun, 11 Jan 2015 19:34:16 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies In John's baptism of Jesus, we see Jesus in his role as Messiah, acting on behalf of the collected people of God. This selfless act leads to Jesus being declared God's beloved. In our own journeys, moments of self realization often follow selfless acts. As we discover our own belovedness, we are constantly challenged to act on behalf of the other. In John's baptism of Jesus, we see Jesus in his role as Messiah, acting on behalf of the collected people of God. This selfless act leads to Jesus being declared God's beloved. In our own journeys, moments of self realization often follow selfless acts. As we discover our own belovedness, we are constantly challenged to act on behalf of the other. In John's baptism of Jesus, we see Jesus in his role as Messiah, acting on behalf of the collected people of God. This selfless act leads to Jesus being declared God's beloved. In our own journeys, moments of self realization often follow selfless acts… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1464 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20288485/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_baptismthenandnow/id/2250924.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20288485 Baptism, Jesus, Messiah Sun, 11 Jan 2015 19:34:16 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies In John's baptism of Jesus, we see Jesus in his role as Messiah, acting on behalf of the collected people of God. This selfless act leads to Jesus being declared God's beloved. In our own journeys, moments of self realization often follow selfless acts. As we discover our own belovedness, we are constantly challenged to act on behalf of the other. In John's baptism of Jesus, we see Jesus in his role as Messiah, acting on behalf of the collected people of God. This selfless act leads to Jesus being declared God's beloved. In our own journeys, moments of self realization often follow selfless acts. As we discover our own belovedness, we are constantly challenged to act on behalf of the other. In John's baptism of Jesus, we see Jesus in his role as Messiah, acting on behalf of the collected people of God. This selfless act leads to Jesus being declared God's beloved. In our own journeys, moments of self realization often follow selfless acts… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20288485/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_baptismthenandnow/id/289788 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20288485 Baptism, Jesus, Messiah Sun, 04 Jan 2015 20:12:01 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies The journey of the Magi started long before they encountered Jesus and, unlike us, they celebrated his birth by offering gifts, not by accepting them. What gifts might we bring on a journey to encounter Jesus and how might we best present them to him? The journey of the Magi started long before they encountered Jesus and, unlike us, they celebrated his birth by offering gifts, not by accepting them. What gifts might we bring on a journey to encounter Jesus and how might we best present them to him? The journey of the Magi started long before they encountered Jesus and, unlike us, they celebrated his birth by offering gifts, not by accepting them. What gifts might we bring on a journey to encounter Jesus and how might we best present them to him? … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1563 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20282337/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_epiphaniesthenandnow/id/2245120.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20282337 Epiphany, Magi, Gifts Sun, 04 Jan 2015 20:12:01 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies The journey of the Magi started long before they encountered Jesus and, unlike us, they celebrated his birth by offering gifts, not by accepting them. What gifts might we bring on a journey to encounter Jesus and how might we best present them to him? The journey of the Magi started long before they encountered Jesus and, unlike us, they celebrated his birth by offering gifts, not by accepting them. What gifts might we bring on a journey to encounter Jesus and how might we best present them to him? The journey of the Magi started long before they encountered Jesus and, unlike us, they celebrated his birth by offering gifts, not by accepting them. What gifts might we bring on a journey to encounter Jesus and how might we best present them to him? … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20282337/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_epiphaniesthenandnow/id/289277 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20282337 Epiphany, Magi, Gifts Sun, 28 Dec 2014 19:42:53 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies Simeon and Anna, after lifetimes of waiting, encounter Jesus as Messiah and the hope of the world. How do we encounter God through the person of Jesus and how can we work towards a life filled with such encounters each and every day? Simeon and Anna, after lifetimes of waiting, encounter Jesus as Messiah and the hope of the world. How do we encounter God through the person of Jesus and how can we work towards a life filled with such encounters each and every day? Simeon and Anna, after lifetimes of waiting, encounter Jesus as Messiah and the hope of the world. How do we encounter God through the person of Jesus and how can we work towards a life filled with such encounters each and every day? … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1745 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20277452/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_esussonofgod/id/2240344.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20277452 Anna, Simeon, Jesus, encounter Sun, 28 Dec 2014 19:42:53 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies Simeon and Anna, after lifetimes of waiting, encounter Jesus as Messiah and the hope of the world. How do we encounter God through the person of Jesus and how can we work towards a life filled with such encounters each and every day? Simeon and Anna, after lifetimes of waiting, encounter Jesus as Messiah and the hope of the world. How do we encounter God through the person of Jesus and how can we work towards a life filled with such encounters each and every day? Simeon and Anna, after lifetimes of waiting, encounter Jesus as Messiah and the hope of the world. How do we encounter God through the person of Jesus and how can we work towards a life filled with such encounters each and every day? … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20277452/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_esussonofgod/id/288879 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20277452 Anna, Simeon, Jesus, encounter Wed, 24 Dec 2014 15:03:09 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies On this eve of Christmas, we look to the narrative of the birth of Jesus as our guide to bringing light into the world and driving away the darkness. Through this fragile and delicate story, we see how the task placed in our hands is always close to being broken and set aside. We look for meaning and purpose in the birth of Jesus and find it in the work passed to us this day. On this eve of Christmas, we look to the narrative of the birth of Jesus as our guide to bringing light into the world and driving away the darkness. Through this fragile and delicate story, we see how the task placed in our hands is always close to being broken and set aside. We look for meaning and purpose in the birth of Jesus and find it in the work passed to us this day. On this eve of Christmas, we look to the narrative of the birth of Jesus as our guide to bringing light into the world and driving away the darkness. Through this fragile and delicate story, we see how the task placed in our hands is always close to be… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 2401 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20275745/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_christmasisnotmybirthday/id/2238856.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20275745 Scripture: Luke 2:1-2:20 Wed, 24 Dec 2014 15:03:09 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies On this eve of Christmas, we look to the narrative of the birth of Jesus as our guide to bringing light into the world and driving away the darkness. Through this fragile and delicate story, we see how the task placed in our hands is always close to being broken and set aside. We look for meaning and purpose in the birth of Jesus and find it in the work passed to us this day. On this eve of Christmas, we look to the narrative of the birth of Jesus as our guide to bringing light into the world and driving away the darkness. Through this fragile and delicate story, we see how the task placed in our hands is always close to being broken and set aside. We look for meaning and purpose in the birth of Jesus and find it in the work passed to us this day. On this eve of Christmas, we look to the narrative of the birth of Jesus as our guide to bringing light into the world and driving away the darkness. Through this fragile and delicate story, we see how the task placed in our hands is always close to be… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20275745/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_christmasisnotmybirthday/id/288768 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20275745 Scripture: Luke 2:1-2:20 Sun, 21 Dec 2014 18:18:41 +0000 Diana M. Davis On the last Sunday of Advent we celebrate joyfully the announcement of Mary's pregnancy and look at how we might be people of joy today. On the last Sunday of Advent we celebrate joyfully the announcement of Mary's pregnancy and look at how we might be people of joy today. On the last Sunday of Advent we celebrate joyfully the announcement of Mary's pregnancy and look at how we might be people of joy today. … Diana M. Davis 886 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20272659/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_waitingforoy/id/2235819.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20272659 Advent, Joy, Jesus, Mary, Angel, Scripture: 2 Samuel 2:7-2:16, Luke 1:26-1:38 Sun, 21 Dec 2014 17:47:13 +0000 Diana M. Davis Join us on the third Sunday of Advent as we take a look at John the Baptists' testimony about who is coming after him. Join us on the third Sunday of Advent as we take a look at John the Baptists' testimony about who is coming after him. Join us on the third Sunday of Advent as we take a look at John the Baptists' testimony about who is coming after him. … Diana M. Davis 743 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20272531/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_waitingforlove/id/2235692.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20272531 Love, Advent, John, Jesus, Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-61:11, John 1:6-1:8, John 1:19-1:28 Sun, 07 Dec 2014 17:35:52 +0000 Diana M. Davis Today we look at the opening of the Gospel of Mark and look to the coming of the Christ Child in John the baptizer's message of repentance. Today we look at the opening of the Gospel of Mark and look to the coming of the Christ Child in John the baptizer's message of repentance. Today we look at the opening of the Gospel of Mark and look to the coming of the Christ Child in John the baptizer's message of repentance. … Diana M. Davis 1197 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20261402/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_waitingforpeace/id/2225351.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20261402 Peace, Advent, Boundaries, Road, Work, John, Baptizer, Desert, Paths, Scripture: Isaiah 40:1-40:11, Mark 1:1-1:8 Sun, 07 Dec 2014 17:35:52 +0000 Diana M. Davis Today we look at the opening of the Gospel of Mark and look to the coming of the Christ Child in John the baptizer's message of repentance. Today we look at the opening of the Gospel of Mark and look to the coming of the Christ Child in John the baptizer's message of repentance. Today we look at the opening of the Gospel of Mark and look to the coming of the Christ Child in John the baptizer's message of repentance. … Diana M. Davis https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20261402/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_waitingforpeace/id/287643 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20261402 Peace, Advent, Boundaries, Road, Work, John, Baptizer, Desert, Paths, Scripture: Isaiah 40:1-40:11, Mark 1:1-1:8 Sun, 30 Nov 2014 16:56:56 +0000 Diana M. Davis We look at Jesus' parting words to the disciples and to us in the Gospel of Mark: Keep Awake. We examine what this means for us today and where we might hang our hope for tomorrow. We look at Jesus' parting words to the disciples and to us in the Gospel of Mark: Keep Awake. We examine what this means for us today and where we might hang our hope for tomorrow. We look at Jesus' parting words to the disciples and to us in the Gospel of Mark: Keep Awake. We examine what this means for us today and where we might hang our hope for tomorrow.… Diana M. Davis 888 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20255418/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_waitingforhope/id/2219490.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20255418 Advent, Hope, Jesus, Suffering, Awake, Awakening, Scripture: Isaiah 64:1-64:9, Mark 13:24-13:37 Sun, 30 Nov 2014 16:56:56 +0000 Diana M. Davis We look at Jesus' parting words to the disciples and to us in the Gospel of Mark: Keep Awake. We examine what this means for us today and where we might hang our hope for tomorrow. We look at Jesus' parting words to the disciples and to us in the Gospel of Mark: Keep Awake. We examine what this means for us today and where we might hang our hope for tomorrow. We look at Jesus' parting words to the disciples and to us in the Gospel of Mark: Keep Awake. We examine what this means for us today and where we might hang our hope for tomorrow.… Diana M. Davis https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20255418/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_waitingforhope/id/287157 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20255418 Advent, Hope, Jesus, Suffering, Awake, Awakening, Scripture: Isaiah 64:1-64:9, Mark 13:24-13:37 Sun, 23 Nov 2014 16:58:42 +0000 Diana M. Davis For Christ the King Sunday we look at a text from Jeremiah and a text from Ephesians. We look at the new covenant God proposed, how Jesus fits in and what this means for us today. For Christ the King Sunday we look at a text from Jeremiah and a text from Ephesians. We look at the new covenant God proposed, how Jesus fits in and what this means for us today. For Christ the King Sunday we look at a text from Jeremiah and a text from Ephesians. We look at the new covenant God proposed, how Jesus fits in and what this means for us today. … Diana M. Davis 964 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20250290/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_godspoweratworkinchrist/id/2214606.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20250290 Jesus, Christ, Power, Communion, God, King, Jeremiah, Ephesians, Scripture: Jeremiah 31:31-31:34, Ephesians 1:15-1:23 Sun, 23 Nov 2014 16:58:42 +0000 Diana M. Davis For Christ the King Sunday we look at a text from Jeremiah and a text from Ephesians. We look at the new covenant God proposed, how Jesus fits in and what this means for us today. For Christ the King Sunday we look at a text from Jeremiah and a text from Ephesians. We look at the new covenant God proposed, how Jesus fits in and what this means for us today. For Christ the King Sunday we look at a text from Jeremiah and a text from Ephesians. We look at the new covenant God proposed, how Jesus fits in and what this means for us today. … Diana M. Davis https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20250290/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_godspoweratworkinchrist/id/286717 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20250290 Jesus, Christ, Power, Communion, God, King, Jeremiah, Ephesians, Scripture: Jeremiah 31:31-31:34, Ephesians 1:15-1:23 Sun, 16 Nov 2014 14:11:21 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies Wesley understood that the Via Salutis (Way of Salvation) does not end with entire sanctification; it provides the bridge to eternal life. He saw that our lives here and now set the trajectory for eternity and that our task is to focus on the present moment. He wrote in a letter, "Your concern is with the present moment; your business is to live today ... It is true the full assurance of hope excludes all doubt of our final salvation; but it does not and cannot continue any longer than we walk closely with God. " Death is a certainty yet worrying about it changes nothing. Our focus must be on living today. Wesley understood that the Via Salutis (Way of Salvation) does not end with entire sanctification; it provides the bridge to eternal life. He saw that our lives here and now set the trajectory for eternity and that our task is to focus on the present moment. He wrote in a letter, "Your concern is with the present moment; your business is to live today ... It is true the full assurance of hope excludes all doubt of our final salvation; but it does not and cannot continue any longer than we walk closely with God. " Death is a certainty yet worrying about it changes nothing. Our focus must be on living today. Wesley understood that the Via Salutis (Way of Salvation) does not end with entire sanctification; it provides the bridge to eternal life. He saw that our lives here and now set the trajectory for eternity and that our task is to focus on the present m… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 2569 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20246228/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_finalustification/id/2210802.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20246228 Wesley, Via Salutis, Death, New Creation, Judgment, Final justification Sun, 16 Nov 2014 14:11:21 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies Wesley understood that the Via Salutis (Way of Salvation) does not end with entire sanctification; it provides the bridge to eternal life. He saw that our lives here and now set the trajectory for eternity and that our task is to focus on the present moment. He wrote in a letter, "Your concern is with the present moment; your business is to live today ... It is true the full assurance of hope excludes all doubt of our final salvation; but it does not and cannot continue any longer than we walk closely with God. " Death is a certainty yet worrying about it changes nothing. Our focus must be on living today. Wesley understood that the Via Salutis (Way of Salvation) does not end with entire sanctification; it provides the bridge to eternal life. He saw that our lives here and now set the trajectory for eternity and that our task is to focus on the present moment. He wrote in a letter, "Your concern is with the present moment; your business is to live today ... It is true the full assurance of hope excludes all doubt of our final salvation; but it does not and cannot continue any longer than we walk closely with God. " Death is a certainty yet worrying about it changes nothing. Our focus must be on living today. Wesley understood that the Via Salutis (Way of Salvation) does not end with entire sanctification; it provides the bridge to eternal life. He saw that our lives here and now set the trajectory for eternity and that our task is to focus on the present m… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20246228/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_finalustification/id/286396 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20246228 Wesley, Via Salutis, Death, New Creation, Judgment, Final justification Sun, 09 Nov 2014 16:29:53 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies We continue our exploration of the Wesleyan Via Salutis (Way of Salvation) with "The Scandal of Grace. 2. Christian Perfection." John Wesley wrote "A Plain Account of Christian Perfection" to encourage Christians to press ahead towards perfection (entire sanctification) as the human response to God's gift of sanctifying grace. What is "perfection" and can we actually achieve it? We continue our exploration of the Wesleyan Via Salutis (Way of Salvation) with "The Scandal of Grace. 2. Christian Perfection." John Wesley wrote "A Plain Account of Christian Perfection" to encourage Christians to press ahead towards perfection (entire sanctification) as the human response to God's gift of sanctifying grace. What is "perfection" and can we actually achieve it? We continue our exploration of the Wesleyan Via Salutis (Way of Salvation) with "The Scandal of Grace. 2. Christian Perfection." John Wesley wrote "A Plain Account of Christian Perfection" to encourage Christians to press ahead towards perfection (enti… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1814 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20237960/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_christianperfection/id/2203114.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20237960 Sanctification, Perfection, Wesley, Via Salutis Sun, 09 Nov 2014 16:29:53 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies We continue our exploration of the Wesleyan Via Salutis (Way of Salvation) with "The Scandal of Grace. 2. Christian Perfection." John Wesley wrote "A Plain Account of Christian Perfection" to encourage Christians to press ahead towards perfection (entire sanctification) as the human response to God's gift of sanctifying grace. What is "perfection" and can we actually achieve it? We continue our exploration of the Wesleyan Via Salutis (Way of Salvation) with "The Scandal of Grace. 2. Christian Perfection." John Wesley wrote "A Plain Account of Christian Perfection" to encourage Christians to press ahead towards perfection (entire sanctification) as the human response to God's gift of sanctifying grace. What is "perfection" and can we actually achieve it? We continue our exploration of the Wesleyan Via Salutis (Way of Salvation) with "The Scandal of Grace. 2. Christian Perfection." John Wesley wrote "A Plain Account of Christian Perfection" to encourage Christians to press ahead towards perfection (enti… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20237960/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_christianperfection/id/285772 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20237960 Sanctification, Perfection, Wesley, Via Salutis Sun, 02 Nov 2014 20:08:46 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies Following the new birth, Wesley calls for us to embrace a second blessing, a gracious act of God that requires a human response in the form of evangelical repentance that deals with the very being of sin in the human heart. Wesley writes of works of piety and works of mercy as united in the church and spread to the wider society as our way of expressing gratitude to God and benevolence to those around us. In other words, we are live lives of "true religion" while anticipating the second blessing and approaching ever nearer to a complete recovery of the Imago Dei. Following the new birth, Wesley calls for us to embrace a second blessing, a gracious act of God that requires a human response in the form of evangelical repentance that deals with the very being of sin in the human heart. Wesley writes of works of piety and works of mercy as united in the church and spread to the wider society as our way of expressing gratitude to God and benevolence to those around us. In other words, we are live lives of "true religion" while anticipating the second blessing and approaching ever nearer to a complete recovery of the Imago Dei. Following the new birth, Wesley calls for us to embrace a second blessing, a gracious act of God that requires a human response in the form of evangelical repentance that deals with the very being of sin in the human heart. Wesley writes of works of pi… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1633 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20231998/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_sanctificationbygracethroughfa/id/2197542.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20231998 Sanctification, Grace, Faith, Wesley, Via Salutis, Scripture: Acts 17:29-17:31, Series: The Scandal of Grace Part#1 Sun, 02 Nov 2014 20:08:46 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies Following the new birth, Wesley calls for us to embrace a second blessing, a gracious act of God that requires a human response in the form of evangelical repentance that deals with the very being of sin in the human heart. Wesley writes of works of piety and works of mercy as united in the church and spread to the wider society as our way of expressing gratitude to God and benevolence to those around us. In other words, we are live lives of "true religion" while anticipating the second blessing and approaching ever nearer to a complete recovery of the Imago Dei. Following the new birth, Wesley calls for us to embrace a second blessing, a gracious act of God that requires a human response in the form of evangelical repentance that deals with the very being of sin in the human heart. Wesley writes of works of piety and works of mercy as united in the church and spread to the wider society as our way of expressing gratitude to God and benevolence to those around us. In other words, we are live lives of "true religion" while anticipating the second blessing and approaching ever nearer to a complete recovery of the Imago Dei. Following the new birth, Wesley calls for us to embrace a second blessing, a gracious act of God that requires a human response in the form of evangelical repentance that deals with the very being of sin in the human heart. Wesley writes of works of pi… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20231998/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_sanctificationbygracethroughfa/id/285191 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20231998 Sanctification, Grace, Faith, Wesley, Via Salutis, Scripture: Acts 17:29-17:31, Series: The Scandal of Grace Part#1 Sun, 26 Oct 2014 12:25:46 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies John Wesley differentiated the "almost Christian" and the "altogether Christian" based on the whether or not a person's life was transformed such that they shed the love of God abroad in the world. He refused to make a God out of orthodoxy, orthoritus or orthopraxis, important as these are, and instead unity such that those of different opinions could nonetheless love alike. John Wesley differentiated the "almost Christian" and the "altogether Christian" based on the whether or not a person's life was transformed such that they shed the love of God abroad in the world. He refused to make a God out of orthodoxy, orthoritus or orthopraxis, important as these are, and instead unity such that those of different opinions could nonetheless love alike. John Wesley differentiated the "almost Christian" and the "altogether Christian" based on the whether or not a person's life was transformed such that they shed the love of God abroad in the world. He refused to make a God out of orthodoxy, orthoritus … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1625 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20226790/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_realchristianity/id/2192773.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20226790 Christianity, Religion, John Wesley, Love Sun, 26 Oct 2014 12:25:46 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies John Wesley differentiated the "almost Christian" and the "altogether Christian" based on the whether or not a person's life was transformed such that they shed the love of God abroad in the world. He refused to make a God out of orthodoxy, orthoritus or orthopraxis, important as these are, and instead unity such that those of different opinions could nonetheless love alike. John Wesley differentiated the "almost Christian" and the "altogether Christian" based on the whether or not a person's life was transformed such that they shed the love of God abroad in the world. He refused to make a God out of orthodoxy, orthoritus or orthopraxis, important as these are, and instead unity such that those of different opinions could nonetheless love alike. John Wesley differentiated the "almost Christian" and the "altogether Christian" based on the whether or not a person's life was transformed such that they shed the love of God abroad in the world. He refused to make a God out of orthodoxy, orthoritus … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20226790/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_realchristianity/id/284783 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20226790 Christianity, Religion, John Wesley, Love Sun, 19 Oct 2014 21:02:47 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies In Wesley's Via Salutis (Way of Salvation) the New Birth has three major components: justification, regeneration and assurance. The Doctrine of Assurance, a Wesleyan distinctive, teaches that through a combination of the witness of one's own spirit and the witness of God's spirit with one's own spirit, a person of faith can be assured of their salvation. In Wesley's Via Salutis (Way of Salvation) the New Birth has three major components: justification, regeneration and assurance. The Doctrine of Assurance, a Wesleyan distinctive, teaches that through a combination of the witness of one's own spirit and the witness of God's spirit with one's own spirit, a person of faith can be assured of their salvation. In Wesley's Via Salutis (Way of Salvation) the New Birth has three major components: justification, regeneration and assurance. The Doctrine of Assurance, a Wesleyan distinctive, teaches that through a combination of the witness of one's own spirit and… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1740 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20222170/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_christianassurance/id/2188403.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20222170 Wesley, Salvation, Assurance, New Birth Sun, 19 Oct 2014 21:02:47 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies In Wesley's Via Salutis (Way of Salvation) the New Birth has three major components: justification, regeneration and assurance. The Doctrine of Assurance, a Wesleyan distinctive, teaches that through a combination of the witness of one's own spirit and the witness of God's spirit with one's own spirit, a person of faith can be assured of their salvation. In Wesley's Via Salutis (Way of Salvation) the New Birth has three major components: justification, regeneration and assurance. The Doctrine of Assurance, a Wesleyan distinctive, teaches that through a combination of the witness of one's own spirit and the witness of God's spirit with one's own spirit, a person of faith can be assured of their salvation. In Wesley's Via Salutis (Way of Salvation) the New Birth has three major components: justification, regeneration and assurance. The Doctrine of Assurance, a Wesleyan distinctive, teaches that through a combination of the witness of one's own spirit and… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20222170/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_christianassurance/id/284417 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20222170 Wesley, Salvation, Assurance, New Birth Sun, 12 Oct 2014 13:41:33 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies In our examination of John Wesley's Via Salutis (Way of Salvation) we come to a consideration of the role of baptism and how Wesley balanced a sacramental and an evangelical understanding of baptism. In The United Methodist Church we see how baptism is today understood, in part: "In baptism the Church declares that it is bound in covenant to God; through baptism new persons are initiated into that covenant. The covenant connects God, the community of faith, and the person being baptized ..." In our examination of John Wesley's Via Salutis (Way of Salvation) we come to a consideration of the role of baptism and how Wesley balanced a sacramental and an evangelical understanding of baptism. In The United Methodist Church we see how baptism is today understood, in part: "In baptism the Church declares that it is bound in covenant to God; through baptism new persons are initiated into that covenant. The covenant connects God, the community of faith, and the person being baptized ..." In our examination of John Wesley's Via Salutis (Way of Salvation) we come to a consideration of the role of baptism and how Wesley balanced a sacramental and an evangelical understanding of baptism. In The United Methodist Church we see how baptism is… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 2279 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20213081/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_baptismandthenewbirth/id/2179384.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20213081 Via Saultis, Baptism, New Birth, John Wesley Sun, 12 Oct 2014 13:41:33 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies In our examination of John Wesley's Via Salutis (Way of Salvation) we come to a consideration of the role of baptism and how Wesley balanced a sacramental and an evangelical understanding of baptism. In The United Methodist Church we see how baptism is today understood, in part: "In baptism the Church declares that it is bound in covenant to God; through baptism new persons are initiated into that covenant. The covenant connects God, the community of faith, and the person being baptized ..." In our examination of John Wesley's Via Salutis (Way of Salvation) we come to a consideration of the role of baptism and how Wesley balanced a sacramental and an evangelical understanding of baptism. In The United Methodist Church we see how baptism is today understood, in part: "In baptism the Church declares that it is bound in covenant to God; through baptism new persons are initiated into that covenant. The covenant connects God, the community of faith, and the person being baptized ..." In our examination of John Wesley's Via Salutis (Way of Salvation) we come to a consideration of the role of baptism and how Wesley balanced a sacramental and an evangelical understanding of baptism. In The United Methodist Church we see how baptism is… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20213081/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_baptismandthenewbirth/id/283674 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20213081 Via Saultis, Baptism, New Birth, John Wesley Sun, 05 Oct 2014 13:00:42 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies Faith, hope and love - the three theological virtues - were described by John Wesley as the marks of the new birth. We see how these marks play an important role in Wesley's Via Salutis (Way of Salvation) and how we can live in ways characterized by these virtues today. Faith, hope and love - the three theological virtues - were described by John Wesley as the marks of the new birth. We see how these marks play an important role in Wesley's Via Salutis (Way of Salvation) and how we can live in ways characterized by these virtues today. Faith, hope and love - the three theological virtues - were described by John Wesley as the marks of the new birth. We see how these marks play an important role in Wesley's Via Salutis (Way of Salvation) and how we can live in ways characterized by th… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 2208 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20206629/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_faithhopeandlove/id/2173311.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20206629 Faith, Hope, Love, New birth, Wesley Sun, 05 Oct 2014 13:00:42 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies Faith, hope and love - the three theological virtues - were described by John Wesley as the marks of the new birth. We see how these marks play an important role in Wesley's Via Salutis (Way of Salvation) and how we can live in ways characterized by these virtues today. Faith, hope and love - the three theological virtues - were described by John Wesley as the marks of the new birth. We see how these marks play an important role in Wesley's Via Salutis (Way of Salvation) and how we can live in ways characterized by these virtues today. Faith, hope and love - the three theological virtues - were described by John Wesley as the marks of the new birth. We see how these marks play an important role in Wesley's Via Salutis (Way of Salvation) and how we can live in ways characterized by th… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20206629/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_faithhopeandlove/id/283156 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20206629 Faith, Hope, Love, New birth, Wesley Sun, 28 Sep 2014 13:54:22 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies In our conversation about the Wesleyan Via Salutis (Way of Salvation), we discover that regeneration (the work of God within us) accompanies justification (the work of God for us). In justification, the guilt and shame of past sin are defeated but in regeneration the power of sin is broken such that we avoid endless cycles of sin and forgiveness and the process of sanctification can begin. The vital work of the Spirit empowers us to begin a journey towards holiness and righteous, not tomorrow, but right at this very moment. In our conversation about the Wesleyan Via Salutis (Way of Salvation), we discover that regeneration (the work of God within us) accompanies justification (the work of God for us). In justification, the guilt and shame of past sin are defeated but in regeneration the power of sin is broken such that we avoid endless cycles of sin and forgiveness and the process of sanctification can begin. The vital work of the Spirit empowers us to begin a journey towards holiness and righteous, not tomorrow, but right at this very moment. In our conversation about the Wesleyan Via Salutis (Way of Salvation), we discover that regeneration (the work of God within us) accompanies justification (the work of God for us). In justification, the guilt and shame of past sin are defeated but in … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1926 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20200574/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_regenerationbygracethroughfait/id/2167457.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20200574 Regeneration, Via Salutis, Salvation, Wesley Sun, 28 Sep 2014 13:54:22 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies In our conversation about the Wesleyan Via Salutis (Way of Salvation), we discover that regeneration (the work of God within us) accompanies justification (the work of God for us). In justification, the guilt and shame of past sin are defeated but in regeneration the power of sin is broken such that we avoid endless cycles of sin and forgiveness and the process of sanctification can begin. The vital work of the Spirit empowers us to begin a journey towards holiness and righteous, not tomorrow, but right at this very moment. In our conversation about the Wesleyan Via Salutis (Way of Salvation), we discover that regeneration (the work of God within us) accompanies justification (the work of God for us). In justification, the guilt and shame of past sin are defeated but in regeneration the power of sin is broken such that we avoid endless cycles of sin and forgiveness and the process of sanctification can begin. The vital work of the Spirit empowers us to begin a journey towards holiness and righteous, not tomorrow, but right at this very moment. In our conversation about the Wesleyan Via Salutis (Way of Salvation), we discover that regeneration (the work of God within us) accompanies justification (the work of God for us). In justification, the guilt and shame of past sin are defeated but in … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20200574/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_regenerationbygracethroughfait/id/282602 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20200574 Regeneration, Via Salutis, Salvation, Wesley Sun, 21 Sep 2014 13:49:36 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies In our reflection on the Wesleyan Via Salutis (Way of Salvation) we look at the question of atonement and how this was understood by Wesley and others throughout the history of the church. We see how varied perspectives can provide a more well-rounded understanding of atonement than one single view alone. Most importantly, we see how it is through the birth, life, death, resurrection and ascension of Christ that our own experience of forgiveness can be envisioned. In our reflection on the Wesleyan Via Salutis (Way of Salvation) we look at the question of atonement and how this was understood by Wesley and others throughout the history of the church. We see how varied perspectives can provide a more well-rounded understanding of atonement than one single view alone. Most importantly, we see how it is through the birth, life, death, resurrection and ascension of Christ that our own experience of forgiveness can be envisioned. In our reflection on the Wesleyan Via Salutis (Way of Salvation) we look at the question of atonement and how this was understood by Wesley and others throughout the history of the church. We see how varied perspectives can provide a more well-rounded … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 2110 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20193642/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_atonement/id/2161094.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20193642 Atonement, Salvation, Wesley, Via Salutis Sun, 21 Sep 2014 13:49:36 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies In our reflection on the Wesleyan Via Salutis (Way of Salvation) we look at the question of atonement and how this was understood by Wesley and others throughout the history of the church. We see how varied perspectives can provide a more well-rounded understanding of atonement than one single view alone. Most importantly, we see how it is through the birth, life, death, resurrection and ascension of Christ that our own experience of forgiveness can be envisioned. In our reflection on the Wesleyan Via Salutis (Way of Salvation) we look at the question of atonement and how this was understood by Wesley and others throughout the history of the church. We see how varied perspectives can provide a more well-rounded understanding of atonement than one single view alone. Most importantly, we see how it is through the birth, life, death, resurrection and ascension of Christ that our own experience of forgiveness can be envisioned. In our reflection on the Wesleyan Via Salutis (Way of Salvation) we look at the question of atonement and how this was understood by Wesley and others throughout the history of the church. We see how varied perspectives can provide a more well-rounded … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20193642/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_atonement/id/282015 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20193642 Atonement, Salvation, Wesley, Via Salutis Sun, 14 Sep 2014 14:04:08 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies We examine the concept of justification by grace through faith and its critical role in the Wesleyan Via Salutis (Way of Salvation). We ask exactly what constitutes such faith, how it is that we receive it by grace, and, given its role in salvation, exactly what it is from which we are saved. We look to John Wesley's personal experience of God's grace to help us understand the importance of the doctrine of justification in our own lives. We examine the concept of justification by grace through faith and its critical role in the Wesleyan Via Salutis (Way of Salvation). We ask exactly what constitutes such faith, how it is that we receive it by grace, and, given its role in salvation, exactly what it is from which we are saved. We look to John Wesley's personal experience of God's grace to help us understand the importance of the doctrine of justification in our own lives. We examine the concept of justification by grace through faith and its critical role in the Wesleyan Via Salutis (Way of Salvation). We ask exactly what constitutes such faith, how it is that we receive it by grace, and, given its role in salvation, ex… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 2213 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20187181/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_ustificationbygracethroughfait/id/2155009.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20187181 Justification, Grace, Faith, Via Salutis, Wesley Sun, 14 Sep 2014 14:04:08 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies We examine the concept of justification by grace through faith and its critical role in the Wesleyan Via Salutis (Way of Salvation). We ask exactly what constitutes such faith, how it is that we receive it by grace, and, given its role in salvation, exactly what it is from which we are saved. We look to John Wesley's personal experience of God's grace to help us understand the importance of the doctrine of justification in our own lives. We examine the concept of justification by grace through faith and its critical role in the Wesleyan Via Salutis (Way of Salvation). We ask exactly what constitutes such faith, how it is that we receive it by grace, and, given its role in salvation, exactly what it is from which we are saved. We look to John Wesley's personal experience of God's grace to help us understand the importance of the doctrine of justification in our own lives. We examine the concept of justification by grace through faith and its critical role in the Wesleyan Via Salutis (Way of Salvation). We ask exactly what constitutes such faith, how it is that we receive it by grace, and, given its role in salvation, ex… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20187181/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_ustificationbygracethroughfait/id/281464 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20187181 Justification, Grace, Faith, Via Salutis, Wesley Sun, 07 Sep 2014 10:22:19 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies As we consider the Wesleyan Via Salutis (Way of Salvation) we see that, for Wesley, repentance is prior to saving faith and that repentance is evidenced by "fruits meet for repentance," there being time and opportunity. The Wesleyan understanding of "fruits meet for repentance" is reflected in the General Rules that have shaped Methodism over many years. As we consider the Wesleyan Via Salutis (Way of Salvation) we see that, for Wesley, repentance is prior to saving faith and that repentance is evidenced by "fruits meet for repentance," there being time and opportunity. The Wesleyan understanding of "fruits meet for repentance" is reflected in the General Rules that have shaped Methodism over many years. As we consider the Wesleyan Via Salutis (Way of Salvation) we see that, for Wesley, repentance is prior to saving faith and that repentance is evidenced by "fruits meet for repentance," there being time and opportunity. The Wesleyan understanding of "… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1949 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20179763/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_repentanceandworks/id/2147804.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20179763 Repentance, works, fruit, Wesley, salvation Sun, 07 Sep 2014 10:22:19 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies As we consider the Wesleyan Via Salutis (Way of Salvation) we see that, for Wesley, repentance is prior to saving faith and that repentance is evidenced by "fruits meet for repentance," there being time and opportunity. The Wesleyan understanding of "fruits meet for repentance" is reflected in the General Rules that have shaped Methodism over many years. As we consider the Wesleyan Via Salutis (Way of Salvation) we see that, for Wesley, repentance is prior to saving faith and that repentance is evidenced by "fruits meet for repentance," there being time and opportunity. The Wesleyan understanding of "fruits meet for repentance" is reflected in the General Rules that have shaped Methodism over many years. As we consider the Wesleyan Via Salutis (Way of Salvation) we see that, for Wesley, repentance is prior to saving faith and that repentance is evidenced by "fruits meet for repentance," there being time and opportunity. The Wesleyan understanding of "… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20179763/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_repentanceandworks/id/280863 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20179763 Repentance, works, fruit, Wesley, salvation Sun, 31 Aug 2014 14:38:29 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies In the Wesleyan Via Salutis (Way of Salvation), the moral law functions as a mirror that reflects back one's life against a normed standard and that acts as a catalyst to allow God's convincing grace to, literally, convince one of the need for change, i.e. repentance. In many ways, convincing grace functions as a "wake up call" to those who are sleeping through the opportunity to grow towards being remade in the image of God. In the Wesleyan Via Salutis (Way of Salvation), the moral law functions as a mirror that reflects back one's life against a normed standard and that acts as a catalyst to allow God's convincing grace to, literally, convince one of the need for change, i.e. repentance. In many ways, convincing grace functions as a "wake up call" to those who are sleeping through the opportunity to grow towards being remade in the image of God. In the Wesleyan Via Salutis (Way of Salvation), the moral law functions as a mirror that reflects back one's life against a normed standard and that acts as a catalyst to allow God's convincing grace to, literally, convince one of the need for change, … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1996 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20174991/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_convincinggrace/id/2143295.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20174991 Grace, Wesley, Via Salutis, Moral Law, Repentance Sun, 31 Aug 2014 14:38:29 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies In the Wesleyan Via Salutis (Way of Salvation), the moral law functions as a mirror that reflects back one's life against a normed standard and that acts as a catalyst to allow God's convincing grace to, literally, convince one of the need for change, i.e. repentance. In many ways, convincing grace functions as a "wake up call" to those who are sleeping through the opportunity to grow towards being remade in the image of God. In the Wesleyan Via Salutis (Way of Salvation), the moral law functions as a mirror that reflects back one's life against a normed standard and that acts as a catalyst to allow God's convincing grace to, literally, convince one of the need for change, i.e. repentance. In many ways, convincing grace functions as a "wake up call" to those who are sleeping through the opportunity to grow towards being remade in the image of God. In the Wesleyan Via Salutis (Way of Salvation), the moral law functions as a mirror that reflects back one's life against a normed standard and that acts as a catalyst to allow God's convincing grace to, literally, convince one of the need for change, … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20174991/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_convincinggrace/id/280436 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20174991 Grace, Wesley, Via Salutis, Moral Law, Repentance Sun, 24 Aug 2014 13:58:01 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies In the Wesleyan Via Salutis (The Way of Salvation), prevenient grace (grace that "comes before") elevates humankind from the depths of brokenness after the Fall, restoring just enough for the Imago Dei for humankind to be able to begin to respond to God's gracious offer of salvation. In this manner, God acts first and it is only by the grace of God that humankind is rendered capable of any response at all. In other words, we are not alone as we struggle to "work out our own salvation" but, best of all, God is with us. In the Wesleyan Via Salutis (The Way of Salvation), prevenient grace (grace that "comes before") elevates humankind from the depths of brokenness after the Fall, restoring just enough for the Imago Dei for humankind to be able to begin to respond to God's gracious offer of salvation. In this manner, God acts first and it is only by the grace of God that humankind is rendered capable of any response at all. In other words, we are not alone as we struggle to "work out our own salvation" but, best of all, God is with us. In the Wesleyan Via Salutis (The Way of Salvation), prevenient grace (grace that "comes before") elevates humankind from the depths of brokenness after the Fall, restoring just enough for the Imago Dei for humankind to be able to begin to respond to Go… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1722 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20168806/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_prevenientgrace/id/2137099.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20168806 Grace, Prevenient Grace, Wesley, Via Salutis, Salvation Sun, 24 Aug 2014 13:58:01 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies In the Wesleyan Via Salutis (The Way of Salvation), prevenient grace (grace that "comes before") elevates humankind from the depths of brokenness after the Fall, restoring just enough for the Imago Dei for humankind to be able to begin to respond to God's gracious offer of salvation. In this manner, God acts first and it is only by the grace of God that humankind is rendered capable of any response at all. In other words, we are not alone as we struggle to "work out our own salvation" but, best of all, God is with us. In the Wesleyan Via Salutis (The Way of Salvation), prevenient grace (grace that "comes before") elevates humankind from the depths of brokenness after the Fall, restoring just enough for the Imago Dei for humankind to be able to begin to respond to God's gracious offer of salvation. In this manner, God acts first and it is only by the grace of God that humankind is rendered capable of any response at all. In other words, we are not alone as we struggle to "work out our own salvation" but, best of all, God is with us. In the Wesleyan Via Salutis (The Way of Salvation), prevenient grace (grace that "comes before") elevates humankind from the depths of brokenness after the Fall, restoring just enough for the Imago Dei for humankind to be able to begin to respond to Go… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20168806/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_prevenientgrace/id/279922 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20168806 Grace, Prevenient Grace, Wesley, Via Salutis, Salvation Sun, 17 Aug 2014 13:27:58 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies As we continue our journey along the Wesleyan Via Salutis (Way of Salvation) we examine the concepts of creation and fall, and how the grace of God, understood in the Wesleyan sense, allows for the divine initiative to begin the road to recovery from the catastrophic consequences of the fall of humankind. As we continue our journey along the Wesleyan Via Salutis (Way of Salvation) we examine the concepts of creation and fall, and how the grace of God, understood in the Wesleyan sense, allows for the divine initiative to begin the road to recovery from the catastrophic consequences of the fall of humankind. As we continue our journey along the Wesleyan Via Salutis (Way of Salvation) we examine the concepts of creation and fall, and how the grace of God, understood in the Wesleyan sense, allows for the divine initiative to begin the road to recovery from t… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1787 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20161753/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_creationfallandgrace/id/2129914.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20161753 Creation, Fall, Grace, John Wesley, Via Salutis Sun, 17 Aug 2014 13:27:58 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies As we continue our journey along the Wesleyan Via Salutis (Way of Salvation) we examine the concepts of creation and fall, and how the grace of God, understood in the Wesleyan sense, allows for the divine initiative to begin the road to recovery from the catastrophic consequences of the fall of humankind. As we continue our journey along the Wesleyan Via Salutis (Way of Salvation) we examine the concepts of creation and fall, and how the grace of God, understood in the Wesleyan sense, allows for the divine initiative to begin the road to recovery from the catastrophic consequences of the fall of humankind. As we continue our journey along the Wesleyan Via Salutis (Way of Salvation) we examine the concepts of creation and fall, and how the grace of God, understood in the Wesleyan sense, allows for the divine initiative to begin the road to recovery from t… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20161753/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_creationfallandgrace/id/278581 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20161753 Creation, Fall, Grace, John Wesley, Via Salutis Sun, 10 Aug 2014 13:44:21 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies We begin to examine the Via Salutis - the Way of Salvation - in Wesleyanism and see immediately how John Wesley described this as "The Scripture Way of Salvation." Throughout his nuanced and highly developed understanding of salvation, grace is the thread that weaves the entire tapestry together. Wesley saw grace as both the unmerited love of God and as the power of the Holy Spirit that enables one to walk in the ways of God, thus holding together conjunctively both the so-called "Protestant" emphasis and the "Catholic" emphasis. To Wesley, salvation was a matter of grace as logically prior to all else. We begin to examine the Via Salutis - the Way of Salvation - in Wesleyanism and see immediately how John Wesley described this as "The Scripture Way of Salvation." Throughout his nuanced and highly developed understanding of salvation, grace is the thread that weaves the entire tapestry together. Wesley saw grace as both the unmerited love of God and as the power of the Holy Spirit that enables one to walk in the ways of God, thus holding together conjunctively both the so-called "Protestant" emphasis and the "Catholic" emphasis. To Wesley, salvation was a matter of grace as logically prior to all else. We begin to examine the Via Salutis - the Way of Salvation - in Wesleyanism and see immediately how John Wesley described this as "The Scripture Way of Salvation." Throughout his nuanced and highly developed understanding of salvation, grace is the th… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 2270 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20155154/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thewayofsalvation/id/2123658.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20155154 Salvation, Grace, John Wesley, Via Saluatis Sun, 10 Aug 2014 13:44:21 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies We begin to examine the Via Salutis - the Way of Salvation - in Wesleyanism and see immediately how John Wesley described this as "The Scripture Way of Salvation." Throughout his nuanced and highly developed understanding of salvation, grace is the thread that weaves the entire tapestry together. Wesley saw grace as both the unmerited love of God and as the power of the Holy Spirit that enables one to walk in the ways of God, thus holding together conjunctively both the so-called "Protestant" emphasis and the "Catholic" emphasis. To Wesley, salvation was a matter of grace as logically prior to all else. We begin to examine the Via Salutis - the Way of Salvation - in Wesleyanism and see immediately how John Wesley described this as "The Scripture Way of Salvation." Throughout his nuanced and highly developed understanding of salvation, grace is the thread that weaves the entire tapestry together. Wesley saw grace as both the unmerited love of God and as the power of the Holy Spirit that enables one to walk in the ways of God, thus holding together conjunctively both the so-called "Protestant" emphasis and the "Catholic" emphasis. To Wesley, salvation was a matter of grace as logically prior to all else. We begin to examine the Via Salutis - the Way of Salvation - in Wesleyanism and see immediately how John Wesley described this as "The Scripture Way of Salvation." Throughout his nuanced and highly developed understanding of salvation, grace is the th… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20155154/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thewayofsalvation/id/278399 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20155154 Salvation, Grace, John Wesley, Via Saluatis Sun, 27 Jul 2014 13:07:25 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies As we examine sex and violence within the context of the alarming tendency in society to blame the victim, we once again see that when power and justice come into conflict, power wins when justice should. As we examine sex and violence within the context of the alarming tendency in society to blame the victim, we once again see that when power and justice come into conflict, power wins when justice should. As we examine sex and violence within the context of the alarming tendency in society to blame the victim, we once again see that when power and justice come into conflict, power wins when justice should. … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 2176 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20143002/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_sexandviolence/id/2112128.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20143002 Sex, violence, creation, equity, justice, unity Sun, 27 Jul 2014 13:07:25 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies As we examine sex and violence within the context of the alarming tendency in society to blame the victim, we once again see that when power and justice come into conflict, power wins when justice should. As we examine sex and violence within the context of the alarming tendency in society to blame the victim, we once again see that when power and justice come into conflict, power wins when justice should. As we examine sex and violence within the context of the alarming tendency in society to blame the victim, we once again see that when power and justice come into conflict, power wins when justice should. … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20143002/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_sexandviolence/id/277012 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20143002 Sex, violence, creation, equity, justice, unity Sun, 20 Jul 2014 13:52:19 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies As we explore the phenomenon of victim blaming, we look to the difficult subject of addiction. As we seek out those to whom we might assign responsibility, we notice that we, the church, are silent on our own role in failing to address issues of addiction. As we explore the phenomenon of victim blaming, we look to the difficult subject of addiction. As we seek out those to whom we might assign responsibility, we notice that we, the church, are silent on our own role in failing to address issues of addiction. As we explore the phenomenon of victim blaming, we look to the difficult subject of addiction. As we seek out those to whom we might assign responsibility, we notice that we, the church, are silent on our own role in failing to address issues of addict… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1839 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20137077/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_addiction/id/2106535.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20137077 Addiction, Drugs, Alcohol, Responsibility, Church Sun, 20 Jul 2014 13:52:19 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies As we explore the phenomenon of victim blaming, we look to the difficult subject of addiction. As we seek out those to whom we might assign responsibility, we notice that we, the church, are silent on our own role in failing to address issues of addiction. As we explore the phenomenon of victim blaming, we look to the difficult subject of addiction. As we seek out those to whom we might assign responsibility, we notice that we, the church, are silent on our own role in failing to address issues of addiction. As we explore the phenomenon of victim blaming, we look to the difficult subject of addiction. As we seek out those to whom we might assign responsibility, we notice that we, the church, are silent on our own role in failing to address issues of addict… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20137077/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_addiction/id/276545 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20137077 Addiction, Drugs, Alcohol, Responsibility, Church Sun, 13 Jul 2014 13:57:33 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies As we continue to examine victim blaming, we consider the justice system as it exists today in the US and see areas in which the innocent, such as the children of those incarcerated, often pay the price for crimes of which they are innocent. We look to the work of The United Methodist Church in restorative justice to see how we might be involved locally in addressing such large-scale problems. As we continue to examine victim blaming, we consider the justice system as it exists today in the US and see areas in which the innocent, such as the children of those incarcerated, often pay the price for crimes of which they are innocent. We look to the work of The United Methodist Church in restorative justice to see how we might be involved locally in addressing such large-scale problems. As we continue to examine victim blaming, we consider the justice system as it exists today in the US and see areas in which the innocent, such as the children of those incarcerated, often pay the price for crimes of which they are innocent. We look to… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1822 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20131041/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_incarceration/id/2100739.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20131041 Incarceration, justice, power Sun, 13 Jul 2014 13:57:33 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies As we continue to examine victim blaming, we consider the justice system as it exists today in the US and see areas in which the innocent, such as the children of those incarcerated, often pay the price for crimes of which they are innocent. We look to the work of The United Methodist Church in restorative justice to see how we might be involved locally in addressing such large-scale problems. As we continue to examine victim blaming, we consider the justice system as it exists today in the US and see areas in which the innocent, such as the children of those incarcerated, often pay the price for crimes of which they are innocent. We look to the work of The United Methodist Church in restorative justice to see how we might be involved locally in addressing such large-scale problems. As we continue to examine victim blaming, we consider the justice system as it exists today in the US and see areas in which the innocent, such as the children of those incarcerated, often pay the price for crimes of which they are innocent. We look to… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20131041/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_incarceration/id/276069 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20131041 Incarceration, justice, power Sun, 06 Jul 2014 14:02:13 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies As we consider the phenomenon of victim blaming in society, we look at poverty and how those living in poverty are often blamed for the situation in which they find themselves. We look at the questions of individual and societal responsibility in light of the Biblical narrative and conclude that victim blaming has no place in the Gospel message of Jesus. As we consider the phenomenon of victim blaming in society, we look at poverty and how those living in poverty are often blamed for the situation in which they find themselves. We look at the questions of individual and societal responsibility in light of the Biblical narrative and conclude that victim blaming has no place in the Gospel message of Jesus. As we consider the phenomenon of victim blaming in society, we look at poverty and how those living in poverty are often blamed for the situation in which they find themselves. We look at the questions of individual and societal responsibility in light… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 2020 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20125101/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_poverty/id/1875924.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20125101 Poverty, justice, blame, responsibility Sun, 06 Jul 2014 14:02:13 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies As we consider the phenomenon of victim blaming in society, we look at poverty and how those living in poverty are often blamed for the situation in which they find themselves. We look at the questions of individual and societal responsibility in light of the Biblical narrative and conclude that victim blaming has no place in the Gospel message of Jesus. As we consider the phenomenon of victim blaming in society, we look at poverty and how those living in poverty are often blamed for the situation in which they find themselves. We look at the questions of individual and societal responsibility in light of the Biblical narrative and conclude that victim blaming has no place in the Gospel message of Jesus. As we consider the phenomenon of victim blaming in society, we look at poverty and how those living in poverty are often blamed for the situation in which they find themselves. We look at the questions of individual and societal responsibility in light… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20125101/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_poverty/id/275574 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20125101 Poverty, justice, blame, responsibility Sun, 29 Jun 2014 14:03:33 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies We see how the Biblical Holiness Code guides us through an understanding of taboos whose violation can make us feel unclean and even cause us to blame ourselves for something that could have been entirely out of our control. The Holiness Code suggests that the difficult task of self forgiveness can be passed to God, whose love and grace can make whole that which feels damaged. We see how the Biblical Holiness Code guides us through an understanding of taboos whose violation can make us feel unclean and even cause us to blame ourselves for something that could have been entirely out of our control. The Holiness Code suggests that the difficult task of self forgiveness can be passed to God, whose love and grace can make whole that which feels damaged. We see how the Biblical Holiness Code guides us through an understanding of taboos whose violation can make us feel unclean and even cause us to blame ourselves for something that could have been entirely out of our control. The Holiness Code suggests … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1878 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20119392/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_holiness/id/1866083.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20119392 Holiness, Holiness Code, Purity, Clean and unclean Sun, 29 Jun 2014 14:03:33 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies We see how the Biblical Holiness Code guides us through an understanding of taboos whose violation can make us feel unclean and even cause us to blame ourselves for something that could have been entirely out of our control. The Holiness Code suggests that the difficult task of self forgiveness can be passed to God, whose love and grace can make whole that which feels damaged. We see how the Biblical Holiness Code guides us through an understanding of taboos whose violation can make us feel unclean and even cause us to blame ourselves for something that could have been entirely out of our control. The Holiness Code suggests that the difficult task of self forgiveness can be passed to God, whose love and grace can make whole that which feels damaged. We see how the Biblical Holiness Code guides us through an understanding of taboos whose violation can make us feel unclean and even cause us to blame ourselves for something that could have been entirely out of our control. The Holiness Code suggests … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20119392/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_holiness/id/275051 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20119392 Holiness, Holiness Code, Purity, Clean and unclean Sun, 22 Jun 2014 13:50:06 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies As we examine the alarming tendency to blame victims for situations over which they have no control, we turn first to the concept of justice and how the Biblical narrative treats this matter. As we examine the alarming tendency to blame victims for situations over which they have no control, we turn first to the concept of justice and how the Biblical narrative treats this matter. As we examine the alarming tendency to blame victims for situations over which they have no control, we turn first to the concept of justice and how the Biblical narrative treats this matter. … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1783 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20112951/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_ustice/id/1860488.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20112951 Justice, Victims, Law, Compassion, Scripture: Matthew 23:23-23:28, Series: Blame the Victim Part#1 Sun, 22 Jun 2014 13:50:06 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies As we examine the alarming tendency to blame victims for situations over which they have no control, we turn first to the concept of justice and how the Biblical narrative treats this matter. As we examine the alarming tendency to blame victims for situations over which they have no control, we turn first to the concept of justice and how the Biblical narrative treats this matter. As we examine the alarming tendency to blame victims for situations over which they have no control, we turn first to the concept of justice and how the Biblical narrative treats this matter. … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20112951/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_ustice/id/274555 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20112951 Justice, Victims, Law, Compassion, Scripture: Matthew 23:23-23:28, Series: Blame the Victim Part#1 Sun, 15 Jun 2014 09:28:14 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies On this Trinity Sunday, we look at the Doctrine of the Trinity and see how it leads us to a vision and mission for the church, and ultimately to the Kingdom! On this Trinity Sunday, we look at the Doctrine of the Trinity and see how it leads us to a vision and mission for the church, and ultimately to the Kingdom! On this Trinity Sunday, we look at the Doctrine of the Trinity and see how it leads us to a vision and mission for the church, and ultimately to the Kingdom! … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1777 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20107857/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_makedisciplesofallnations/id/1855645.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20107857 Trinity, Language, Mission, Vision Sun, 15 Jun 2014 09:28:14 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies On this Trinity Sunday, we look at the Doctrine of the Trinity and see how it leads us to a vision and mission for the church, and ultimately to the Kingdom! On this Trinity Sunday, we look at the Doctrine of the Trinity and see how it leads us to a vision and mission for the church, and ultimately to the Kingdom! On this Trinity Sunday, we look at the Doctrine of the Trinity and see how it leads us to a vision and mission for the church, and ultimately to the Kingdom! … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20107857/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_makedisciplesofallnations/id/274119 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20107857 Trinity, Language, Mission, Vision Sun, 08 Jun 2014 14:29:18 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies As we encounter the text of Acts 2, we look to the ongoing festivals of first-century Judaism to provide context and structure to what we read. We see how the signs and symbols of Pentecost as we know it resonate with those of the Jewish festivals. We see how Pentecost gives us an image for our work in the world as driven by the very breath of God. As we encounter the text of Acts 2, we look to the ongoing festivals of first-century Judaism to provide context and structure to what we read. We see how the signs and symbols of Pentecost as we know it resonate with those of the Jewish festivals. We see how Pentecost gives us an image for our work in the world as driven by the very breath of God. As we encounter the text of Acts 2, we look to the ongoing festivals of first-century Judaism to provide context and structure to what we read. We see how the signs and symbols of Pentecost as we know it resonate with those of the Jewish festivals. We … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1585 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20100479/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whatdoesthismean/id/1848761.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20100479 Pentecost, Holy Spirit, Passover, Counting of the Omer, Shavuout Sun, 08 Jun 2014 14:29:18 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies As we encounter the text of Acts 2, we look to the ongoing festivals of first-century Judaism to provide context and structure to what we read. We see how the signs and symbols of Pentecost as we know it resonate with those of the Jewish festivals. We see how Pentecost gives us an image for our work in the world as driven by the very breath of God. As we encounter the text of Acts 2, we look to the ongoing festivals of first-century Judaism to provide context and structure to what we read. We see how the signs and symbols of Pentecost as we know it resonate with those of the Jewish festivals. We see how Pentecost gives us an image for our work in the world as driven by the very breath of God. As we encounter the text of Acts 2, we look to the ongoing festivals of first-century Judaism to provide context and structure to what we read. We see how the signs and symbols of Pentecost as we know it resonate with those of the Jewish festivals. We … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20100479/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_whatdoesthismean/id/273383 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20100479 Pentecost, Holy Spirit, Passover, Counting of the Omer, Shavuout Sun, 01 Jun 2014 07:35:33 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies On Ascension Sunday we look to the ascension of Jesus and find that it is best understood not in terms of departure or absence, nut rather in terms of glorification. We see how a renewed understanding of ascension informs our eschatology and empowers our work in the world. On Ascension Sunday we look to the ascension of Jesus and find that it is best understood not in terms of departure or absence, nut rather in terms of glorification. We see how a renewed understanding of ascension informs our eschatology and empowers our work in the world. On Ascension Sunday we look to the ascension of Jesus and find that it is best understood not in terms of departure or absence, nut rather in terms of glorification. We see how a renewed understanding of ascension informs our eschatology and empowers o… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1594 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20094718/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_godhasgoneupwithashout/id/1843656.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20094718 Ascension, glorification, cosmology, eschatology Sun, 01 Jun 2014 07:35:33 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies On Ascension Sunday we look to the ascension of Jesus and find that it is best understood not in terms of departure or absence, nut rather in terms of glorification. We see how a renewed understanding of ascension informs our eschatology and empowers our work in the world. On Ascension Sunday we look to the ascension of Jesus and find that it is best understood not in terms of departure or absence, nut rather in terms of glorification. We see how a renewed understanding of ascension informs our eschatology and empowers our work in the world. On Ascension Sunday we look to the ascension of Jesus and find that it is best understood not in terms of departure or absence, nut rather in terms of glorification. We see how a renewed understanding of ascension informs our eschatology and empowers o… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20094718/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_godhasgoneupwithashout/id/272955 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20094718 Ascension, glorification, cosmology, eschatology Sun, 25 May 2014 14:26:07 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies Paul, in Athens, engages in conversation with Stoic and Epicurean philosophers. We see how the worldview that Paul proposes as a creational, covenantal monotheist is incompatible with the Stoic and Epicurean worldviews and leads to different ways of living in the world. As is the case today, what we think about God shapes our actions in everyday life. Paul, in Athens, engages in conversation with Stoic and Epicurean philosophers. We see how the worldview that Paul proposes as a creational, covenantal monotheist is incompatible with the Stoic and Epicurean worldviews and leads to different ways of living in the world. As is the case today, what we think about God shapes our actions in everyday life. Paul, in Athens, engages in conversation with Stoic and Epicurean philosophers. We see how the worldview that Paul proposes as a creational, covenantal monotheist is incompatible with the Stoic and Epicurean worldviews and leads to different ways of li… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1767 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20087923/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_iseehowextremelyreligiousyouar/id/1837030.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20087923 Worldview, Philosophy, Stoicism, Epicureanism Sun, 25 May 2014 14:26:07 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies Paul, in Athens, engages in conversation with Stoic and Epicurean philosophers. We see how the worldview that Paul proposes as a creational, covenantal monotheist is incompatible with the Stoic and Epicurean worldviews and leads to different ways of living in the world. As is the case today, what we think about God shapes our actions in everyday life. Paul, in Athens, engages in conversation with Stoic and Epicurean philosophers. We see how the worldview that Paul proposes as a creational, covenantal monotheist is incompatible with the Stoic and Epicurean worldviews and leads to different ways of living in the world. As is the case today, what we think about God shapes our actions in everyday life. Paul, in Athens, engages in conversation with Stoic and Epicurean philosophers. We see how the worldview that Paul proposes as a creational, covenantal monotheist is incompatible with the Stoic and Epicurean worldviews and leads to different ways of li… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20087923/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_iseehowextremelyreligiousyouar/id/272343 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20087923 Worldview, Philosophy, Stoicism, Epicureanism Sun, 11 May 2014 15:42:10 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies The earliest descriptions of "church" illustrate for us how the followers of Jesus continued to build the Kingdom and proclaim the Gospel. We see how this work shaped the church today. The earliest descriptions of "church" illustrate for us how the followers of Jesus continued to build the Kingdom and proclaim the Gospel. We see how this work shaped the church today. The earliest descriptions of "church" illustrate for us how the followers of Jesus continued to build the Kingdom and proclaim the Gospel. We see how this work shaped the church today.… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1739 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20075508/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_daybyday/id/1824803.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20075508 Church, Prayer, Fellowship, Communion Sun, 11 May 2014 15:42:10 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies The earliest descriptions of "church" illustrate for us how the followers of Jesus continued to build the Kingdom and proclaim the Gospel. We see how this work shaped the church today. The earliest descriptions of "church" illustrate for us how the followers of Jesus continued to build the Kingdom and proclaim the Gospel. We see how this work shaped the church today. The earliest descriptions of "church" illustrate for us how the followers of Jesus continued to build the Kingdom and proclaim the Gospel. We see how this work shaped the church today.… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20075508/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_daybyday/id/271170 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20075508 Church, Prayer, Fellowship, Communion Sun, 04 May 2014 14:40:46 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies On the Emmaus Road, two sad men, who had lost hope, encountered a stranger who was revealed in the breaking of bread as the risen Christ. We look to this narrative as a model for encounter and discipleship in the face of sadness and lost hope. On the Emmaus Road, two sad men, who had lost hope, encountered a stranger who was revealed in the breaking of bread as the risen Christ. We look to this narrative as a model for encounter and discipleship in the face of sadness and lost hope. On the Emmaus Road, two sad men, who had lost hope, encountered a stranger who was revealed in the breaking of bread as the risen Christ. We look to this narrative as a model for encounter and discipleship in the face of sadness and lost hope. … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1409 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20068694/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_hetookbreadblessedandbrokeit/id/1818181.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20068694 Emmaus, discipleship, encounter, bread Sun, 04 May 2014 14:40:46 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies On the Emmaus Road, two sad men, who had lost hope, encountered a stranger who was revealed in the breaking of bread as the risen Christ. We look to this narrative as a model for encounter and discipleship in the face of sadness and lost hope. On the Emmaus Road, two sad men, who had lost hope, encountered a stranger who was revealed in the breaking of bread as the risen Christ. We look to this narrative as a model for encounter and discipleship in the face of sadness and lost hope. On the Emmaus Road, two sad men, who had lost hope, encountered a stranger who was revealed in the breaking of bread as the risen Christ. We look to this narrative as a model for encounter and discipleship in the face of sadness and lost hope. … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20068694/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_hetookbreadblessedandbrokeit/id/270525 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20068694 Emmaus, discipleship, encounter, bread Sun, 27 Apr 2014 11:42:40 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies Thomas - known for centuries as Doubting Thomas - provides us with the most definitive statement of who Jesus is: "My Lord and my God." In the midst of doubt and fear, the disciples encounter the risen Christ and following this encounter, take to Good News of the Kingdom of God out across their world. Thomas - known for centuries as Doubting Thomas - provides us with the most definitive statement of who Jesus is: "My Lord and my God." In the midst of doubt and fear, the disciples encounter the risen Christ and following this encounter, take to Good News of the Kingdom of God out across their world. Thomas - known for centuries as Doubting Thomas - provides us with the most definitive statement of who Jesus is: "My Lord and my God." In the midst of doubt and fear, the disciples encounter the risen Christ and following this encounter, take to Good … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1221 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20061502/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_peacebewithyou/id/1811163.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20061502 Thomas, doubt, fear, confusion Sun, 27 Apr 2014 11:42:40 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies Thomas - known for centuries as Doubting Thomas - provides us with the most definitive statement of who Jesus is: "My Lord and my God." In the midst of doubt and fear, the disciples encounter the risen Christ and following this encounter, take to Good News of the Kingdom of God out across their world. Thomas - known for centuries as Doubting Thomas - provides us with the most definitive statement of who Jesus is: "My Lord and my God." In the midst of doubt and fear, the disciples encounter the risen Christ and following this encounter, take to Good News of the Kingdom of God out across their world. Thomas - known for centuries as Doubting Thomas - provides us with the most definitive statement of who Jesus is: "My Lord and my God." In the midst of doubt and fear, the disciples encounter the risen Christ and following this encounter, take to Good … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20061502/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_peacebewithyou/id/269848 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20061502 Thomas, doubt, fear, confusion Sun, 20 Apr 2014 14:37:15 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies On this Easter Sunday, we locate the account of the empty tomb within its wider context in the Biblical narrative and focus on the affirmation of Jesus as Son of David, Son of Man, Son of God, Messiah, Lord and Prophet. We see that even Mary Magdalene mistook Jesus for the hired help ("supposing him to be the gardener") and we think about what it might mean for the church today if we shook off this mistaken understanding of who Jesus is and embraced instead lives devoted to proclaiming that Jesus Christ is Lord. On this Easter Sunday, we locate the account of the empty tomb within its wider context in the Biblical narrative and focus on the affirmation of Jesus as Son of David, Son of Man, Son of God, Messiah, Lord and Prophet. We see that even Mary Magdalene mistook Jesus for the hired help ("supposing him to be the gardener") and we think about what it might mean for the church today if we shook off this mistaken understanding of who Jesus is and embraced instead lives devoted to proclaiming that Jesus Christ is Lord. On this Easter Sunday, we locate the account of the empty tomb within its wider context in the Biblical narrative and focus on the affirmation of Jesus as Son of David, Son of Man, Son of God, Messiah, Lord and Prophet. We see that even Mary Magdalene… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1889 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20055228/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_supposinghimtobethegardener/id/1804941.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20055228 Easter, resurrection, church Sun, 20 Apr 2014 14:37:15 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies On this Easter Sunday, we locate the account of the empty tomb within its wider context in the Biblical narrative and focus on the affirmation of Jesus as Son of David, Son of Man, Son of God, Messiah, Lord and Prophet. We see that even Mary Magdalene mistook Jesus for the hired help ("supposing him to be the gardener") and we think about what it might mean for the church today if we shook off this mistaken understanding of who Jesus is and embraced instead lives devoted to proclaiming that Jesus Christ is Lord. On this Easter Sunday, we locate the account of the empty tomb within its wider context in the Biblical narrative and focus on the affirmation of Jesus as Son of David, Son of Man, Son of God, Messiah, Lord and Prophet. We see that even Mary Magdalene mistook Jesus for the hired help ("supposing him to be the gardener") and we think about what it might mean for the church today if we shook off this mistaken understanding of who Jesus is and embraced instead lives devoted to proclaiming that Jesus Christ is Lord. On this Easter Sunday, we locate the account of the empty tomb within its wider context in the Biblical narrative and focus on the affirmation of Jesus as Son of David, Son of Man, Son of God, Messiah, Lord and Prophet. We see that even Mary Magdalene… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20055228/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_supposinghimtobethegardener/id/269257 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20055228 Easter, resurrection, church Mon, 14 Apr 2014 11:15:08 +0000 Diana M. Davis We take a look at Jesus' entry into Jerusalem and rather perplexing behavior in the temple. What do these things mean and what do they compel us to today? We take a look at Jesus' entry into Jerusalem and rather perplexing behavior in the temple. What do these things mean and what do they compel us to today? We take a look at Jesus' entry into Jerusalem and rather perplexing behavior in the temple. What do these things mean and what do they compel us to today?… Diana M. Davis 1152 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20049667/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whoisthis/id/1795510.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20049667 Palm Sunday, Passion Sunday, Lent, Scripture: Matthew 21:1-21:13 Mon, 14 Apr 2014 11:15:08 +0000 Diana M. Davis We take a look at Jesus' entry into Jerusalem and rather perplexing behavior in the temple. What do these things mean and what do they compel us to today? We take a look at Jesus' entry into Jerusalem and rather perplexing behavior in the temple. What do these things mean and what do they compel us to today? We take a look at Jesus' entry into Jerusalem and rather perplexing behavior in the temple. What do these things mean and what do they compel us to today?… Diana M. Davis https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20049667/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_whoisthis/id/268100 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20049667 Palm Sunday, Passion Sunday, Lent, Scripture: Matthew 21:1-21:13 Sun, 06 Apr 2014 14:00:17 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies As we journey towards Easter week, we look to the last of John's signs and wonders - the raising of Lazarus - to guide us. We see how the narrative is informed by the "I AM" statements of Jesus and his attitude towards the Temple and its festivals. The raising of Lazarus shows that "I am the resurrection and the life" is indeed a telling description of Jesus. As we journey towards Easter week, we look to the last of John's signs and wonders - the raising of Lazarus - to guide us. We see how the narrative is informed by the "I AM" statements of Jesus and his attitude towards the Temple and its festivals. The raising of Lazarus shows that "I am the resurrection and the life" is indeed a telling description of Jesus. As we journey towards Easter week, we look to the last of John's signs and wonders - the raising of Lazarus - to guide us. We see how the narrative is informed by the "I AM" statements of Jesus and his attitude towards the Temple and its festivals. The… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1550 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20041235/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_cantheseboneslive/id/1787533.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20041235 Resurrection, Lazarus, Jesus, Temple Sun, 06 Apr 2014 14:00:17 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies As we journey towards Easter week, we look to the last of John's signs and wonders - the raising of Lazarus - to guide us. We see how the narrative is informed by the "I AM" statements of Jesus and his attitude towards the Temple and its festivals. The raising of Lazarus shows that "I am the resurrection and the life" is indeed a telling description of Jesus. As we journey towards Easter week, we look to the last of John's signs and wonders - the raising of Lazarus - to guide us. We see how the narrative is informed by the "I AM" statements of Jesus and his attitude towards the Temple and its festivals. The raising of Lazarus shows that "I am the resurrection and the life" is indeed a telling description of Jesus. As we journey towards Easter week, we look to the last of John's signs and wonders - the raising of Lazarus - to guide us. We see how the narrative is informed by the "I AM" statements of Jesus and his attitude towards the Temple and its festivals. The… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20041235/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_cantheseboneslive/id/267132 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20041235 Resurrection, Lazarus, Jesus, Temple Sun, 30 Mar 2014 13:57:44 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies Jesus responds to a question from his disciples about a man who was blind from birth: "Who sinned, this man or his parents?" His response helps us to understand how he viewed physical infirmity, community, the responsibilities of discipleship, and the work of God in the world. Set against stories common in the culture, we see the author of John's Gospel proclaiming loudly. "Jesus is Lord." Jesus responds to a question from his disciples about a man who was blind from birth: "Who sinned, this man or his parents?" His response helps us to understand how he viewed physical infirmity, community, the responsibilities of discipleship, and the work of God in the world. Set against stories common in the culture, we see the author of John's Gospel proclaiming loudly. "Jesus is Lord." Jesus responds to a question from his disciples about a man who was blind from birth: "Who sinned, this man or his parents?" His response helps us to understand how he viewed physical infirmity, community, the responsibilities of discipleship, and the … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1354 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20034211/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whosinned/id/1779937.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20034211 Sin, wholeness, healing, community Sun, 30 Mar 2014 13:57:44 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies Jesus responds to a question from his disciples about a man who was blind from birth: "Who sinned, this man or his parents?" His response helps us to understand how he viewed physical infirmity, community, the responsibilities of discipleship, and the work of God in the world. Set against stories common in the culture, we see the author of John's Gospel proclaiming loudly. "Jesus is Lord." Jesus responds to a question from his disciples about a man who was blind from birth: "Who sinned, this man or his parents?" His response helps us to understand how he viewed physical infirmity, community, the responsibilities of discipleship, and the work of God in the world. Set against stories common in the culture, we see the author of John's Gospel proclaiming loudly. "Jesus is Lord." Jesus responds to a question from his disciples about a man who was blind from birth: "Who sinned, this man or his parents?" His response helps us to understand how he viewed physical infirmity, community, the responsibilities of discipleship, and the … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20034211/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_whosinned/id/266203 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20034211 Sin, wholeness, healing, community Sun, 23 Mar 2014 14:09:53 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies We see the story of the Samaritan woman at the well through the lens of a reconciliation between Samaria and Judah, as Jesus symbolically reconstitutes Israel around himself so that Israel can fulfill its mission to be a blessing to the world. Jesus provides us with a model for reconciliation between estranged groups of people and shows a way forward when groups are alienated from each other. We see the story of the Samaritan woman at the well through the lens of a reconciliation between Samaria and Judah, as Jesus symbolically reconstitutes Israel around himself so that Israel can fulfill its mission to be a blessing to the world. Jesus provides us with a model for reconciliation between estranged groups of people and shows a way forward when groups are alienated from each other. We see the story of the Samaritan woman at the well through the lens of a reconciliation between Samaria and Judah, as Jesus symbolically reconstitutes Israel around himself so that Israel can fulfill its mission to be a blessing to the world. Jesus pr… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1813 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20025667/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_givemethiswater/id/1770636.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20025667 Samaria, reconciliation, Jesus Sun, 23 Mar 2014 14:09:53 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies We see the story of the Samaritan woman at the well through the lens of a reconciliation between Samaria and Judah, as Jesus symbolically reconstitutes Israel around himself so that Israel can fulfill its mission to be a blessing to the world. Jesus provides us with a model for reconciliation between estranged groups of people and shows a way forward when groups are alienated from each other. We see the story of the Samaritan woman at the well through the lens of a reconciliation between Samaria and Judah, as Jesus symbolically reconstitutes Israel around himself so that Israel can fulfill its mission to be a blessing to the world. Jesus provides us with a model for reconciliation between estranged groups of people and shows a way forward when groups are alienated from each other. We see the story of the Samaritan woman at the well through the lens of a reconciliation between Samaria and Judah, as Jesus symbolically reconstitutes Israel around himself so that Israel can fulfill its mission to be a blessing to the world. Jesus pr… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20025667/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_givemethiswater/id/265109 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20025667 Samaria, reconciliation, Jesus Sun, 16 Mar 2014 20:40:45 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies We encounter Nicodemus visiting Jesus and listen to their conversation about being born. We see two different understandings of what this means in terms of participation in God's Kingdom and how Jesus calls on familiar images from Hebrew Scripture to support his understanding. We encounter Nicodemus visiting Jesus and listen to their conversation about being born. We see two different understandings of what this means in terms of participation in God's Kingdom and how Jesus calls on familiar images from Hebrew Scripture to support his understanding. We encounter Nicodemus visiting Jesus and listen to their conversation about being born. We see two different understandings of what this means in terms of participation in God's Kingdom and how Jesus calls on familiar images from Hebrew Scripture to s… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1771 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20017705/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_bornofwaterandspirit/id/1756101.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20017705 Water, Spirit, Kingdom, Baptism Sun, 16 Mar 2014 20:40:45 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies We encounter Nicodemus visiting Jesus and listen to their conversation about being born. We see two different understandings of what this means in terms of participation in God's Kingdom and how Jesus calls on familiar images from Hebrew Scripture to support his understanding. We encounter Nicodemus visiting Jesus and listen to their conversation about being born. We see two different understandings of what this means in terms of participation in God's Kingdom and how Jesus calls on familiar images from Hebrew Scripture to support his understanding. We encounter Nicodemus visiting Jesus and listen to their conversation about being born. We see two different understandings of what this means in terms of participation in God's Kingdom and how Jesus calls on familiar images from Hebrew Scripture to s… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20017705/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_bornofwaterandspirit/id/263607 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20017705 Water, Spirit, Kingdom, Baptism Sun, 09 Mar 2014 14:32:35 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies As Jesus is led by the Spirit into the desert to be tempted by the devil, we see how Matthew has structured the three temptations around the Shema, with the view of Moses and the people during the Exodus in the background. As Jesus is led by the Spirit into the desert to be tempted by the devil, we see how Matthew has structured the three temptations around the Shema, with the view of Moses and the people during the Exodus in the background. As Jesus is led by the Spirit into the desert to be tempted by the devil, we see how Matthew has structured the three temptations around the Shema, with the view of Moses and the people during the Exodus in the background. … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1362 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20009940/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_ledbythespirittemptedbythedevi/id/1748380.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20009940 Temptation, Jesus, Shema, Moses Sun, 09 Mar 2014 14:32:35 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies As Jesus is led by the Spirit into the desert to be tempted by the devil, we see how Matthew has structured the three temptations around the Shema, with the view of Moses and the people during the Exodus in the background. As Jesus is led by the Spirit into the desert to be tempted by the devil, we see how Matthew has structured the three temptations around the Shema, with the view of Moses and the people during the Exodus in the background. As Jesus is led by the Spirit into the desert to be tempted by the devil, we see how Matthew has structured the three temptations around the Shema, with the view of Moses and the people during the Exodus in the background. … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20009940/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_ledbythespirittemptedbythedevi/id/262240 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20009940 Temptation, Jesus, Shema, Moses Sun, 02 Mar 2014 14:33:49 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies In our series on covenants, we see how Jesus employs Jeremiah's description of a new covenant to formulate an overarching description of his work to bring the good news - a new vision of kingdom, Temple and covenant - into the world. In our series on covenants, we see how Jesus employs Jeremiah's description of a new covenant to formulate an overarching description of his work to bring the good news - a new vision of kingdom, Temple and covenant - into the world. In our series on covenants, we see how Jesus employs Jeremiah's description of a new covenant to formulate an overarching description of his work to bring the good news - a new vision of kingdom, Temple and covenant - into the world. … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1405 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20005251/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thenewcovenant/id/1165325.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20005251 Covenant, Jesus, Kindom, Temple Sun, 02 Mar 2014 14:33:49 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies In our series on covenants, we see how Jesus employs Jeremiah's description of a new covenant to formulate an overarching description of his work to bring the good news - a new vision of kingdom, Temple and covenant - into the world. In our series on covenants, we see how Jesus employs Jeremiah's description of a new covenant to formulate an overarching description of his work to bring the good news - a new vision of kingdom, Temple and covenant - into the world. In our series on covenants, we see how Jesus employs Jeremiah's description of a new covenant to formulate an overarching description of his work to bring the good news - a new vision of kingdom, Temple and covenant - into the world. … Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20005251/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thenewcovenant/id/178798 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20005251 Covenant, Jesus, Kindom, Temple Sun, 23 Feb 2014 14:31:03 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies We see how the covenant with David informs people's understanding of the person and work of Jesus in first-century Israel. As the concepts of kingdom and temple are reworked in the new covenant, so the covenant with David lies in the background, informing us of the ways in which we are to be the people of the covenant and kingdom; living temples that carry the light of Christ with us into the world. We see how the covenant with David informs people's understanding of the person and work of Jesus in first-century Israel. As the concepts of kingdom and temple are reworked in the new covenant, so the covenant with David lies in the background, informing us of the ways in which we are to be the people of the covenant and kingdom; living temples that carry the light of Christ with us into the world. We see how the covenant with David informs people's understanding of the person and work of Jesus in first-century Israel. As the concepts of kingdom and temple are reworked in the new covenant, so the covenant with David lies in the background, inform… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies 1433 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20002151/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thecovenantwithdavid/id/997976.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20002151 Covenant, David, Jesus Sun, 23 Feb 2014 14:31:03 +0000 Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies We see how the covenant with David informs people's understanding of the person and work of Jesus in first-century Israel. As the concepts of kingdom and temple are reworked in the new covenant, so the covenant with David lies in the background, informing us of the ways in which we are to be the people of the covenant and kingdom; living temples that carry the light of Christ with us into the world. We see how the covenant with David informs people's understanding of the person and work of Jesus in first-century Israel. As the concepts of kingdom and temple are reworked in the new covenant, so the covenant with David lies in the background, informing us of the ways in which we are to be the people of the covenant and kingdom; living temples that carry the light of Christ with us into the world. We see how the covenant with David informs people's understanding of the person and work of Jesus in first-century Israel. As the concepts of kingdom and temple are reworked in the new covenant, so the covenant with David lies in the background, inform… Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20002151/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thecovenantwithdavid/id/158392 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/20002151 Covenant, David, Jesus Sun, 16 Feb 2014 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies We look to the words of Jesus in which he describes himself as the fulfillment of the law and to the writings of Paul to understand how the covenant with Moses and the New Covenant are closely intertwined. We look to the words of Jesus in which he describes himself as the fulfillment of the law and to the writings of Paul to understand how the covenant with Moses and the New Covenant are closely intertwined. We look to the words of Jesus in which he describes himself as the fulfillment of the law and to the writings of Paul to understand how the covenant with Moses and the New Covenant are closely intertwined. … Julian A. Davies 1325 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9849084/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thecovenantwithmoses/id/807772.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9849084 Moses,Covenant,New Covenant,Apostle Paul, Series: Covenants Sun, 16 Feb 2014 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies We look to the words of Jesus in which he describes himself as the fulfillment of the law and to the writings of Paul to understand how the covenant with Moses and the New Covenant are closely intertwined. We look to the words of Jesus in which he describes himself as the fulfillment of the law and to the writings of Paul to understand how the covenant with Moses and the New Covenant are closely intertwined. We look to the words of Jesus in which he describes himself as the fulfillment of the law and to the writings of Paul to understand how the covenant with Moses and the New Covenant are closely intertwined. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9849084/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thecovenantwithmoses/id/125318 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9849084 Moses,Covenant,New Covenant,Apostle Paul, Series: Covenants Sun, 09 Feb 2014 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies The Apostle Paul, looking to position his experiences of Christ within the context and history of God's actions in the world, looks to the covenant with Abraham as a way to demonstrate the continuity of the narrative. We see how, today, how being a people who are "in Christ" carries with it both great blessings and great responsibilities. The Apostle Paul, looking to position his experiences of Christ within the context and history of God's actions in the world, looks to the covenant with Abraham as a way to demonstrate the continuity of the narrative. We see how, today, how being a people who are "in Christ" carries with it both great blessings and great responsibilities. The Apostle Paul, looking to position his experiences of Christ within the context and history of God's actions in the world, looks to the covenant with Abraham as a way to demonstrate the continuity of the narrative. We see how, today, how being a peo… Julian A. Davies 1541 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9839417/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thecovenantwithabraham/id/807771.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9839417 Covenant,Abraham,Apostle Paul,Lordship, Series: Covenants Sun, 09 Feb 2014 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies The Apostle Paul, looking to position his experiences of Christ within the context and history of God's actions in the world, looks to the covenant with Abraham as a way to demonstrate the continuity of the narrative. We see how, today, how being a people who are "in Christ" carries with it both great blessings and great responsibilities. The Apostle Paul, looking to position his experiences of Christ within the context and history of God's actions in the world, looks to the covenant with Abraham as a way to demonstrate the continuity of the narrative. We see how, today, how being a people who are "in Christ" carries with it both great blessings and great responsibilities. The Apostle Paul, looking to position his experiences of Christ within the context and history of God's actions in the world, looks to the covenant with Abraham as a way to demonstrate the continuity of the narrative. We see how, today, how being a peo… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9839417/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thecovenantwithabraham/id/125317 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9839417 Covenant,Abraham,Apostle Paul,Lordship, Series: Covenants Sun, 02 Feb 2014 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we think about what it means to be in a covenantal relationship with God and with each other, we look at the relationship between the creation covenant and the Noahide covenant. We see how Matthew calls on the image of the flood when he writes of the coming of the Son of Man and how the New Covenant is shaped by the covenants that came before it. As we think about what it means to be in a covenantal relationship with God and with each other, we look at the relationship between the creation covenant and the Noahide covenant. We see how Matthew calls on the image of the flood when he writes of the coming of the Son of Man and how the New Covenant is shaped by the covenants that came before it. As we think about what it means to be in a covenantal relationship with God and with each other, we look at the relationship between the creation covenant and the Noahide covenant. We see how Matthew calls on the image of the flood when he writes of th… Julian A. Davies 1608 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9832188/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thecovenantwithnoah/id/807770.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9832188 Covenant,Flood,Noah,Son of Man, Scripture: Genesis 6:8-6:18, Series: Covenants Sun, 02 Feb 2014 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we think about what it means to be in a covenantal relationship with God and with each other, we look at the relationship between the creation covenant and the Noahide covenant. We see how Matthew calls on the image of the flood when he writes of the coming of the Son of Man and how the New Covenant is shaped by the covenants that came before it. As we think about what it means to be in a covenantal relationship with God and with each other, we look at the relationship between the creation covenant and the Noahide covenant. We see how Matthew calls on the image of the flood when he writes of the coming of the Son of Man and how the New Covenant is shaped by the covenants that came before it. As we think about what it means to be in a covenantal relationship with God and with each other, we look at the relationship between the creation covenant and the Noahide covenant. We see how Matthew calls on the image of the flood when he writes of th… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9832188/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thecovenantwithnoah/id/125316 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9832188 Covenant,Flood,Noah,Son of Man, Scripture: Genesis 6:8-6:18, Series: Covenants Sun, 19 Jan 2014 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we think about what it means to be in covenant relationship with God and with our faith community, to we look first to the Genesis creation narratives as covenant material. We see how John's Gospel calls on the covenant nature of creation to give purpose and meaning to our life together in Christ. As we think about what it means to be in covenant relationship with God and with our faith community, to we look first to the Genesis creation narratives as covenant material. We see how John's Gospel calls on the covenant nature of creation to give purpose and meaning to our life together in Christ. As we think about what it means to be in covenant relationship with God and with our faith community, to we look first to the Genesis creation narratives as covenant material. We see how John's Gospel calls on the covenant nature of creation to give pu… Julian A. Davies 1427 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9805301/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thecovenantwithadam/id/807769.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9805301 Creation,Covenant,Purpose,Order, Series: Covenants Sun, 19 Jan 2014 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we think about what it means to be in covenant relationship with God and with our faith community, to we look first to the Genesis creation narratives as covenant material. We see how John's Gospel calls on the covenant nature of creation to give purpose and meaning to our life together in Christ. As we think about what it means to be in covenant relationship with God and with our faith community, to we look first to the Genesis creation narratives as covenant material. We see how John's Gospel calls on the covenant nature of creation to give purpose and meaning to our life together in Christ. As we think about what it means to be in covenant relationship with God and with our faith community, to we look first to the Genesis creation narratives as covenant material. We see how John's Gospel calls on the covenant nature of creation to give pu… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9805301/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thecovenantwithadam/id/125315 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9805301 Creation,Covenant,Purpose,Order, Series: Covenants Sun, 12 Jan 2014 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we celebrate and remember the Baptism of the Lord, we see how Jesus undertakes baptism for repentance of sin by John the Baptist on behalf of the covenant people of Israel. Through his actions on behalf of the people, "all righteousness" begins to be established and the Kingdom begins to made real in the world. The task of acting for the corporate interest of the covenant people, and not solely out of individual interest, is an important lesson for us today as the people of the new covenant. As we celebrate and remember the Baptism of the Lord, we see how Jesus undertakes baptism for repentance of sin by John the Baptist on behalf of the covenant people of Israel. Through his actions on behalf of the people, "all righteousness" begins to be established and the Kingdom begins to made real in the world. The task of acting for the corporate interest of the covenant people, and not solely out of individual interest, is an important lesson for us today as the people of the new covenant. As we celebrate and remember the Baptism of the Lord, we see how Jesus undertakes baptism for repentance of sin by John the Baptist on behalf of the covenant people of Israel. Through his actions on behalf of the people, "all righteousness" begins to b… Julian A. Davies 1589 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9794220/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_baptismthenandnow/id/807768.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9794220 Baptism,Covenant,Community,Jesus, Custom categories: Topic: The Baptism Of The Lord Sun, 12 Jan 2014 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we celebrate and remember the Baptism of the Lord, we see how Jesus undertakes baptism for repentance of sin by John the Baptist on behalf of the covenant people of Israel. Through his actions on behalf of the people, "all righteousness" begins to be established and the Kingdom begins to made real in the world. The task of acting for the corporate interest of the covenant people, and not solely out of individual interest, is an important lesson for us today as the people of the new covenant. As we celebrate and remember the Baptism of the Lord, we see how Jesus undertakes baptism for repentance of sin by John the Baptist on behalf of the covenant people of Israel. Through his actions on behalf of the people, "all righteousness" begins to be established and the Kingdom begins to made real in the world. The task of acting for the corporate interest of the covenant people, and not solely out of individual interest, is an important lesson for us today as the people of the new covenant. As we celebrate and remember the Baptism of the Lord, we see how Jesus undertakes baptism for repentance of sin by John the Baptist on behalf of the covenant people of Israel. Through his actions on behalf of the people, "all righteousness" begins to b… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9794220/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_baptismthenandnow/id/125314 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9794220 Baptism,Covenant,Community,Jesus, Custom categories: Topic: The Baptism Of The Lord Sun, 29 Dec 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Matthew uniquely describes Joseph, Mary and Jesus traveling to Egypt and back following the visit of the Magi. We see how Matthew understands the life and work of Jesus through his knowledge of Moses, positioning Jesus as one who embodies all that it means to be the true Israel. The cost of this devotion is high and reminds us of the true cost of discipleship. Matthew uniquely describes Joseph, Mary and Jesus traveling to Egypt and back following the visit of the Magi. We see how Matthew understands the life and work of Jesus through his knowledge of Moses, positioning Jesus as one who embodies all that it means to be the true Israel. The cost of this devotion is high and reminds us of the true cost of discipleship. Matthew uniquely describes Joseph, Mary and Jesus traveling to Egypt and back following the visit of the Magi. We see how Matthew understands the life and work of Jesus through his knowledge of Moses, positioning Jesus as one who embodies all that it m… Julian A. Davies 1438 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9774210/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_avoicethatcallsus/id/807767.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9774210 Jesus,Moses,Midrash,Egypt Sun, 29 Dec 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Matthew uniquely describes Joseph, Mary and Jesus traveling to Egypt and back following the visit of the Magi. We see how Matthew understands the life and work of Jesus through his knowledge of Moses, positioning Jesus as one who embodies all that it means to be the true Israel. The cost of this devotion is high and reminds us of the true cost of discipleship. Matthew uniquely describes Joseph, Mary and Jesus traveling to Egypt and back following the visit of the Magi. We see how Matthew understands the life and work of Jesus through his knowledge of Moses, positioning Jesus as one who embodies all that it means to be the true Israel. The cost of this devotion is high and reminds us of the true cost of discipleship. Matthew uniquely describes Joseph, Mary and Jesus traveling to Egypt and back following the visit of the Magi. We see how Matthew understands the life and work of Jesus through his knowledge of Moses, positioning Jesus as one who embodies all that it m… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9774210/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_avoicethatcallsus/id/125313 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9774210 Jesus,Moses,Midrash,Egypt Sun, 22 Dec 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this fourth Sunday of Advent, we see how Matthew sees the birth of Jesus through the lens of Isaiah and, particularly, how he understands the idea of "Emmanuel" (God with us) as the purpose of Judah, embodied by Jesus. The fragile narrative, which rests on a tiny baby, is now passed to us as we look to the coming of God's Kingdom in all its fulness. On this fourth Sunday of Advent, we see how Matthew sees the birth of Jesus through the lens of Isaiah and, particularly, how he understands the idea of "Emmanuel" (God with us) as the purpose of Judah, embodied by Jesus. The fragile narrative, which rests on a tiny baby, is now passed to us as we look to the coming of God's Kingdom in all its fulness. On this fourth Sunday of Advent, we see how Matthew sees the birth of Jesus through the lens of Isaiah and, particularly, how he understands the idea of "Emmanuel" (God with us) as the purpose of Judah, embodied by Jesus. The fragile narrative, which r… Julian A. Davies 1463 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9767531/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_avoiceinadream/id/807766.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9767531 Jesus,Isaiah,Ahaz,Advent Sun, 22 Dec 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this fourth Sunday of Advent, we see how Matthew sees the birth of Jesus through the lens of Isaiah and, particularly, how he understands the idea of "Emmanuel" (God with us) as the purpose of Judah, embodied by Jesus. The fragile narrative, which rests on a tiny baby, is now passed to us as we look to the coming of God's Kingdom in all its fulness. On this fourth Sunday of Advent, we see how Matthew sees the birth of Jesus through the lens of Isaiah and, particularly, how he understands the idea of "Emmanuel" (God with us) as the purpose of Judah, embodied by Jesus. The fragile narrative, which rests on a tiny baby, is now passed to us as we look to the coming of God's Kingdom in all its fulness. On this fourth Sunday of Advent, we see how Matthew sees the birth of Jesus through the lens of Isaiah and, particularly, how he understands the idea of "Emmanuel" (God with us) as the purpose of Judah, embodied by Jesus. The fragile narrative, which r… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9767531/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_avoiceinadream/id/125312 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9767531 Jesus,Isaiah,Ahaz,Advent Sun, 15 Dec 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we journey through Advent to Christmas, we encounter Mary's response to the news that she will bear a child into the world who will be names Jesus and who will be called "Son of God." We see the implications of this astonishing news and how that news has resonated throughout the centuries. As we journey through Advent to Christmas, we encounter Mary's response to the news that she will bear a child into the world who will be names Jesus and who will be called "Son of God." We see the implications of this astonishing news and how that news has resonated throughout the centuries. As we journey through Advent to Christmas, we encounter Mary's response to the news that she will bear a child into the world who will be names Jesus and who will be called "Son of God." We see the implications of this astonishing news and how that new… Julian A. Davies 1317 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9759635/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_avoicethatmagnifiesthelord/id/807765.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9759635 Mary,Jesus,Son of God,Christmas Sun, 15 Dec 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we journey through Advent to Christmas, we encounter Mary's response to the news that she will bear a child into the world who will be names Jesus and who will be called "Son of God." We see the implications of this astonishing news and how that news has resonated throughout the centuries. As we journey through Advent to Christmas, we encounter Mary's response to the news that she will bear a child into the world who will be names Jesus and who will be called "Son of God." We see the implications of this astonishing news and how that news has resonated throughout the centuries. As we journey through Advent to Christmas, we encounter Mary's response to the news that she will bear a child into the world who will be names Jesus and who will be called "Son of God." We see the implications of this astonishing news and how that new… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9759635/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_avoicethatmagnifiesthelord/id/125311 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9759635 Mary,Jesus,Son of God,Christmas Sun, 08 Dec 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Second Sunday of Advent, we look at Matthew's account of the time leading up to the public ministry of Jesus through the lens of the Book of Isaiah. We see how the Gifts of Spirit, as described by Isaiah, are sought in the long-awaited "stump of Jesse" and how the responsibility for utilizing these gifts and the virtues which they enable, passes from Jesus to his church. This visionary account helps us rethink the ways in which we celebrate Christmas. On this Second Sunday of Advent, we look at Matthew's account of the time leading up to the public ministry of Jesus through the lens of the Book of Isaiah. We see how the Gifts of Spirit, as described by Isaiah, are sought in the long-awaited "stump of Jesse" and how the responsibility for utilizing these gifts and the virtues which they enable, passes from Jesus to his church. This visionary account helps us rethink the ways in which we celebrate Christmas. On this Second Sunday of Advent, we look at Matthew's account of the time leading up to the public ministry of Jesus through the lens of the Book of Isaiah. We see how the Gifts of Spirit, as described by Isaiah, are sought in the long-awaited "stump o… Julian A. Davies 1953 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9751248/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_avoiceinthewilderness/id/807764.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9751248 Isaiah,John the Baptist,Jesus,Advent Sun, 08 Dec 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Second Sunday of Advent, we look at Matthew's account of the time leading up to the public ministry of Jesus through the lens of the Book of Isaiah. We see how the Gifts of Spirit, as described by Isaiah, are sought in the long-awaited "stump of Jesse" and how the responsibility for utilizing these gifts and the virtues which they enable, passes from Jesus to his church. This visionary account helps us rethink the ways in which we celebrate Christmas. On this Second Sunday of Advent, we look at Matthew's account of the time leading up to the public ministry of Jesus through the lens of the Book of Isaiah. We see how the Gifts of Spirit, as described by Isaiah, are sought in the long-awaited "stump of Jesse" and how the responsibility for utilizing these gifts and the virtues which they enable, passes from Jesus to his church. This visionary account helps us rethink the ways in which we celebrate Christmas. On this Second Sunday of Advent, we look at Matthew's account of the time leading up to the public ministry of Jesus through the lens of the Book of Isaiah. We see how the Gifts of Spirit, as described by Isaiah, are sought in the long-awaited "stump o… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9751248/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_avoiceinthewilderness/id/125310 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9751248 Isaiah,John the Baptist,Jesus,Advent Sun, 01 Dec 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this First Sunday of Advent, we see how the sense of waiting and coming associated with this season is predicated upon the faithfulness of God. We read Isaiah and Matthew, each within their own historical contexts, to sense how the Biblical narrative is structured around the concept of faithfulness. As we journey through Advent, we wait faithfully for the faithful one to arrive. On this First Sunday of Advent, we see how the sense of waiting and coming associated with this season is predicated upon the faithfulness of God. We read Isaiah and Matthew, each within their own historical contexts, to sense how the Biblical narrative is structured around the concept of faithfulness. As we journey through Advent, we wait faithfully for the faithful one to arrive. On this First Sunday of Advent, we see how the sense of waiting and coming associated with this season is predicated upon the faithfulness of God. We read Isaiah and Matthew, each within their own historical contexts, to sense how the Biblical narrativ… Julian A. Davies 1496 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9742688/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_avoicefromthepast/id/807763.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9742688 Advent,Faithfulness,Isaiah,Jesus Sun, 01 Dec 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this First Sunday of Advent, we see how the sense of waiting and coming associated with this season is predicated upon the faithfulness of God. We read Isaiah and Matthew, each within their own historical contexts, to sense how the Biblical narrative is structured around the concept of faithfulness. As we journey through Advent, we wait faithfully for the faithful one to arrive. On this First Sunday of Advent, we see how the sense of waiting and coming associated with this season is predicated upon the faithfulness of God. We read Isaiah and Matthew, each within their own historical contexts, to sense how the Biblical narrative is structured around the concept of faithfulness. As we journey through Advent, we wait faithfully for the faithful one to arrive. On this First Sunday of Advent, we see how the sense of waiting and coming associated with this season is predicated upon the faithfulness of God. We read Isaiah and Matthew, each within their own historical contexts, to sense how the Biblical narrativ… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9742688/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_avoicefromthepast/id/125309 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9742688 Advent,Faithfulness,Isaiah,Jesus Sun, 24 Nov 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Diana M. Davis Taking a look at international mission work and the way we should, or should not, think about it as well as how it needs to be done. Diana talks about her recent trip to Brazil. Taking a look at international mission work and the way we should, or should not, think about it as well as how it needs to be done. Diana talks about her recent trip to Brazil. Taking a look at international mission work and the way we should, or should not, think about it as well as how it needs to be done. Diana talks about her recent trip to Brazil.… Diana M. Davis 1272 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9733773/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_theworldisourparishiii/id/807762.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9733773 Mission,Theology,Brazil,International Sun, 24 Nov 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Diana M. Davis Taking a look at international mission work and the way we should, or should not, think about it as well as how it needs to be done. Diana talks about her recent trip to Brazil. Taking a look at international mission work and the way we should, or should not, think about it as well as how it needs to be done. Diana talks about her recent trip to Brazil. Taking a look at international mission work and the way we should, or should not, think about it as well as how it needs to be done. Diana talks about her recent trip to Brazil.… Diana M. Davis https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9733773/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_theworldisourparishiii/id/125308 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9733773 Mission,Theology,Brazil,International Sun, 10 Nov 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Stephanie One of our church leaders, who often serves from behind the scenes, talks about why serving and ministering to more than just our church family and/or friends is important if we call ourselves Christs' followers. One of our church leaders, who often serves from behind the scenes, talks about why serving and ministering to more than just our church family and/or friends is important if we call ourselves Christs' followers. One of our church leaders, who often serves from behind the scenes, talks about why serving and ministering to more than just our church family and/or friends is important if we call ourselves Christs' followers. … Stephanie 1533 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9667186/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_theworldisourparishi/id/807761.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9667186 Ministry,Service,Duty,Compassion Sun, 10 Nov 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Stephanie One of our church leaders, who often serves from behind the scenes, talks about why serving and ministering to more than just our church family and/or friends is important if we call ourselves Christs' followers. One of our church leaders, who often serves from behind the scenes, talks about why serving and ministering to more than just our church family and/or friends is important if we call ourselves Christs' followers. One of our church leaders, who often serves from behind the scenes, talks about why serving and ministering to more than just our church family and/or friends is important if we call ourselves Christs' followers. … Stephanie https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9667186/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_theworldisourparishi/id/125307 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9667186 Ministry,Service,Duty,Compassion Mon, 04 Nov 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies A theology of justice and justice ministries spring from our worldview of the concept of justice. We examine the differences between the Biblical concept of justice and the justice system operative in the US today, concluding that our work in the world must focus on the Biblical concept of justice as it derives from the character of God. A theology of justice and justice ministries spring from our worldview of the concept of justice. We examine the differences between the Biblical concept of justice and the justice system operative in the US today, concluding that our work in the world must focus on the Biblical concept of justice as it derives from the character of God. A theology of justice and justice ministries spring from our worldview of the concept of justice. We examine the differences between the Biblical concept of justice and the justice system operative in the US today, concluding that our work in the world… Julian A. Davies 1423 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9604720/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_crimepunishment/id/807760.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9604720 Justice,Theology,Mission,Worldview Mon, 04 Nov 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies A theology of justice and justice ministries spring from our worldview of the concept of justice. We examine the differences between the Biblical concept of justice and the justice system operative in the US today, concluding that our work in the world must focus on the Biblical concept of justice as it derives from the character of God. A theology of justice and justice ministries spring from our worldview of the concept of justice. We examine the differences between the Biblical concept of justice and the justice system operative in the US today, concluding that our work in the world must focus on the Biblical concept of justice as it derives from the character of God. A theology of justice and justice ministries spring from our worldview of the concept of justice. We examine the differences between the Biblical concept of justice and the justice system operative in the US today, concluding that our work in the world… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9604720/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_crimepunishment/id/125306 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9604720 Justice,Theology,Mission,Worldview Sun, 27 Oct 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In thinking about both theological and sociological orderings of society, we see that exclusion occurs and in some cases may even be necessary. Inclusion of those who threaten others within a given community can pose a threat and a very practical challenge to all who see to be inclusive in ministry. In thinking about both theological and sociological orderings of society, we see that exclusion occurs and in some cases may even be necessary. Inclusion of those who threaten others within a given community can pose a threat and a very practical challenge to all who see to be inclusive in ministry. In thinking about both theological and sociological orderings of society, we see that exclusion occurs and in some cases may even be necessary. Inclusion of those who threaten others within a given community can pose a threat and a very practical chall… Julian A. Davies 1776 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9559174/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_inclusionexclusion/id/807759.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9559174 Inclusion,Exclusion,Theology,Threat Sun, 27 Oct 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In thinking about both theological and sociological orderings of society, we see that exclusion occurs and in some cases may even be necessary. Inclusion of those who threaten others within a given community can pose a threat and a very practical challenge to all who see to be inclusive in ministry. In thinking about both theological and sociological orderings of society, we see that exclusion occurs and in some cases may even be necessary. Inclusion of those who threaten others within a given community can pose a threat and a very practical challenge to all who see to be inclusive in ministry. In thinking about both theological and sociological orderings of society, we see that exclusion occurs and in some cases may even be necessary. Inclusion of those who threaten others within a given community can pose a threat and a very practical chall… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9559174/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_inclusionexclusion/id/125305 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9559174 Inclusion,Exclusion,Theology,Threat Sun, 20 Oct 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies We examine our theology of war and peace as well as our mission to be disciples of the Prince of Peace at the level of worldview. We take an historical approach to see how ideas about pacifism, just war theory and so on, gained a place in Christian theology. We examine our theology of war and peace as well as our mission to be disciples of the Prince of Peace at the level of worldview. We take an historical approach to see how ideas about pacifism, just war theory and so on, gained a place in Christian theology. We examine our theology of war and peace as well as our mission to be disciples of the Prince of Peace at the level of worldview. We take an historical approach to see how ideas about pacifism, just war theory and so on, gained a place in Christian the… Julian A. Davies 1817 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9517518/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_warpeace/id/807758.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9517518 Peace,War,Just War Theory,Pacifism, Scripture: Matthew 5:38-5:41 Sun, 20 Oct 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies We examine our theology of war and peace as well as our mission to be disciples of the Prince of Peace at the level of worldview. We take an historical approach to see how ideas about pacifism, just war theory and so on, gained a place in Christian theology. We examine our theology of war and peace as well as our mission to be disciples of the Prince of Peace at the level of worldview. We take an historical approach to see how ideas about pacifism, just war theory and so on, gained a place in Christian theology. We examine our theology of war and peace as well as our mission to be disciples of the Prince of Peace at the level of worldview. We take an historical approach to see how ideas about pacifism, just war theory and so on, gained a place in Christian the… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9517518/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_warpeace/id/125304 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9517518 Peace,War,Just War Theory,Pacifism, Scripture: Matthew 5:38-5:41 Sun, 13 Oct 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we think of our theology and mission around homelessness and hunger, we encounter a serious worldview problem: we have allowed ourselves to be persuaded that homelessness and hunger are acceptable and, indeed, inevitable. Within such a worldview, any serious attempt to eliminate them is futile. We develop an alternative approach based on Scripture, especially the words and deeds of Jesus, that lead us to the conclusion that it our responsibility to eliminate homelessness and hunger from the world. As we think of our theology and mission around homelessness and hunger, we encounter a serious worldview problem: we have allowed ourselves to be persuaded that homelessness and hunger are acceptable and, indeed, inevitable. Within such a worldview, any serious attempt to eliminate them is futile. We develop an alternative approach based on Scripture, especially the words and deeds of Jesus, that lead us to the conclusion that it our responsibility to eliminate homelessness and hunger from the world. As we think of our theology and mission around homelessness and hunger, we encounter a serious worldview problem: we have allowed ourselves to be persuaded that homelessness and hunger are acceptable and, indeed, inevitable. Within such a worldview, an… Julian A. Davies 1543 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9473096/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_homelessnesshunger/id/807757.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9473096 Homelessness,Hunger,Poverty,Worldview Sun, 13 Oct 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we think of our theology and mission around homelessness and hunger, we encounter a serious worldview problem: we have allowed ourselves to be persuaded that homelessness and hunger are acceptable and, indeed, inevitable. Within such a worldview, any serious attempt to eliminate them is futile. We develop an alternative approach based on Scripture, especially the words and deeds of Jesus, that lead us to the conclusion that it our responsibility to eliminate homelessness and hunger from the world. As we think of our theology and mission around homelessness and hunger, we encounter a serious worldview problem: we have allowed ourselves to be persuaded that homelessness and hunger are acceptable and, indeed, inevitable. Within such a worldview, any serious attempt to eliminate them is futile. We develop an alternative approach based on Scripture, especially the words and deeds of Jesus, that lead us to the conclusion that it our responsibility to eliminate homelessness and hunger from the world. As we think of our theology and mission around homelessness and hunger, we encounter a serious worldview problem: we have allowed ourselves to be persuaded that homelessness and hunger are acceptable and, indeed, inevitable. Within such a worldview, an… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9473096/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_homelessnesshunger/id/125303 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9473096 Homelessness,Hunger,Poverty,Worldview Sun, 06 Oct 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies We examine the interactions between theology and mission pertaining to poverty at the level of the worldview that generates them. The Christian worldview is at odds with the current, common worldview in the western world when it comes to meritocracy. Wealth and its distribution as well as poverty and its amelioration are issues of the covenant community, not attributable to the success or failure of individuals. We examine the interactions between theology and mission pertaining to poverty at the level of the worldview that generates them. The Christian worldview is at odds with the current, common worldview in the western world when it comes to meritocracy. Wealth and its distribution as well as poverty and its amelioration are issues of the covenant community, not attributable to the success or failure of individuals. We examine the interactions between theology and mission pertaining to poverty at the level of the worldview that generates them. The Christian worldview is at odds with the current, common worldview in the western world when it comes to meritocracy. W… Julian A. Davies 1574 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9429042/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_poverty/id/807756.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9429042 Poverty,Covenant,Community,Law, Scripture: Leviticus 23:22-23:23 Sun, 06 Oct 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies We examine the interactions between theology and mission pertaining to poverty at the level of the worldview that generates them. The Christian worldview is at odds with the current, common worldview in the western world when it comes to meritocracy. Wealth and its distribution as well as poverty and its amelioration are issues of the covenant community, not attributable to the success or failure of individuals. We examine the interactions between theology and mission pertaining to poverty at the level of the worldview that generates them. The Christian worldview is at odds with the current, common worldview in the western world when it comes to meritocracy. Wealth and its distribution as well as poverty and its amelioration are issues of the covenant community, not attributable to the success or failure of individuals. We examine the interactions between theology and mission pertaining to poverty at the level of the worldview that generates them. The Christian worldview is at odds with the current, common worldview in the western world when it comes to meritocracy. W… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9429042/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_poverty/id/125302 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9429042 Poverty,Covenant,Community,Law, Scripture: Leviticus 23:22-23:23 Sun, 29 Sep 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Our explicitly Christian understanding of aging can easily become distorted by the effects of the bioethical and economic models of aging employed by the society around us. Such models see loss of personhood as part of the aging process. We instead see the faithfulness of God as central to affirming our ongoing humanity throughout the aging process. Our explicitly Christian understanding of aging can easily become distorted by the effects of the bioethical and economic models of aging employed by the society around us. Such models see loss of personhood as part of the aging process. We instead see the faithfulness of God as central to affirming our ongoing humanity throughout the aging process. Our explicitly Christian understanding of aging can easily become distorted by the effects of the bioethical and economic models of aging employed by the society around us. Such models see loss of personhood as part of the aging process. We instead see… Julian A. Davies 1492 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9390014/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_aging/id/807755.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9390014 Personhood,Aging,Bioethics,Economics, Scripture: Luke 2:36-2:38 Sun, 29 Sep 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Our explicitly Christian understanding of aging can easily become distorted by the effects of the bioethical and economic models of aging employed by the society around us. Such models see loss of personhood as part of the aging process. We instead see the faithfulness of God as central to affirming our ongoing humanity throughout the aging process. Our explicitly Christian understanding of aging can easily become distorted by the effects of the bioethical and economic models of aging employed by the society around us. Such models see loss of personhood as part of the aging process. We instead see the faithfulness of God as central to affirming our ongoing humanity throughout the aging process. Our explicitly Christian understanding of aging can easily become distorted by the effects of the bioethical and economic models of aging employed by the society around us. Such models see loss of personhood as part of the aging process. We instead see… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9390014/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_aging/id/125301 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9390014 Personhood,Aging,Bioethics,Economics, Scripture: Luke 2:36-2:38 Sun, 22 Sep 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Both our aims and intentions (mission) and our basic and consequent beliefs (theology) about children in Christianity are generally shallow and under-developed. We explore this problem as an issue of worldview and see how a distorted Christian worldview can easily lead to the marginalization of children while an authentic Christian worldview positions children centrally within the community and as our key expression of eschatological hope. Both our aims and intentions (mission) and our basic and consequent beliefs (theology) about children in Christianity are generally shallow and under-developed. We explore this problem as an issue of worldview and see how a distorted Christian worldview can easily lead to the marginalization of children while an authentic Christian worldview positions children centrally within the community and as our key expression of eschatological hope. Both our aims and intentions (mission) and our basic and consequent beliefs (theology) about children in Christianity are generally shallow and under-developed. We explore this problem as an issue of worldview and see how a distorted Christian worldvie… Julian A. Davies 1500 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9350185/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_children/id/807754.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9350185 Children,Theology,Mission,Hope, Scripture: Mark 9:35-9:37 Sun, 22 Sep 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Both our aims and intentions (mission) and our basic and consequent beliefs (theology) about children in Christianity are generally shallow and under-developed. We explore this problem as an issue of worldview and see how a distorted Christian worldview can easily lead to the marginalization of children while an authentic Christian worldview positions children centrally within the community and as our key expression of eschatological hope. Both our aims and intentions (mission) and our basic and consequent beliefs (theology) about children in Christianity are generally shallow and under-developed. We explore this problem as an issue of worldview and see how a distorted Christian worldview can easily lead to the marginalization of children while an authentic Christian worldview positions children centrally within the community and as our key expression of eschatological hope. Both our aims and intentions (mission) and our basic and consequent beliefs (theology) about children in Christianity are generally shallow and under-developed. We explore this problem as an issue of worldview and see how a distorted Christian worldvie… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9350185/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_children/id/125300 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9350185 Children,Theology,Mission,Hope, Scripture: Mark 9:35-9:37 Sun, 15 Sep 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies We discuss the long and often disgraceful relationship between the church and mental illness/health at the level of worldview. What is it that has so often brought about such a strange rejection of those with mental illness by the church? We discover that the same distorted worldview that leads to a neglect of physical health as well a rejection of environmental concerns brings about this awful situation. We call for complete rejection of this paradigm. We discuss the long and often disgraceful relationship between the church and mental illness/health at the level of worldview. What is it that has so often brought about such a strange rejection of those with mental illness by the church? We discover that the same distorted worldview that leads to a neglect of physical health as well a rejection of environmental concerns brings about this awful situation. We call for complete rejection of this paradigm. We discuss the long and often disgraceful relationship between the church and mental illness/health at the level of worldview. What is it that has so often brought about such a strange rejection of those with mental illness by the church? We discover t… Julian A. Davies 1677 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9310754/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_mentalhealth/id/807753.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9310754 Worldview,Mental health,Mental illness,Boanthropy, Scripture: Daniel 4:28-4:34 Sun, 15 Sep 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies We discuss the long and often disgraceful relationship between the church and mental illness/health at the level of worldview. What is it that has so often brought about such a strange rejection of those with mental illness by the church? We discover that the same distorted worldview that leads to a neglect of physical health as well a rejection of environmental concerns brings about this awful situation. We call for complete rejection of this paradigm. We discuss the long and often disgraceful relationship between the church and mental illness/health at the level of worldview. What is it that has so often brought about such a strange rejection of those with mental illness by the church? We discover that the same distorted worldview that leads to a neglect of physical health as well a rejection of environmental concerns brings about this awful situation. We call for complete rejection of this paradigm. We discuss the long and often disgraceful relationship between the church and mental illness/health at the level of worldview. What is it that has so often brought about such a strange rejection of those with mental illness by the church? We discover t… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9310754/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_mentalhealth/id/125299 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9310754 Worldview,Mental health,Mental illness,Boanthropy, Scripture: Daniel 4:28-4:34 Sun, 08 Sep 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies A theology that asserts that the whole point of Christianity is to get from earth to heaven tends to devalue the physical and elevate the spiritual. Today, we examine the worldview that leads to such a theology and dismiss it in favor of one that focuses on a unified view of the human person that equally values body, spirit and soul, and that leads to a better understanding of concepts such as health and healing. A theology that asserts that the whole point of Christianity is to get from earth to heaven tends to devalue the physical and elevate the spiritual. Today, we examine the worldview that leads to such a theology and dismiss it in favor of one that focuses on a unified view of the human person that equally values body, spirit and soul, and that leads to a better understanding of concepts such as health and healing. A theology that asserts that the whole point of Christianity is to get from earth to heaven tends to devalue the physical and elevate the spiritual. Today, we examine the worldview that leads to such a theology and dismiss it in favor of one that focus… Julian A. Davies 1561 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9208575/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_physicalhealth/id/807752.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9208575 Health,Healing,Anthropology,Heaven, Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:27-12:31 Sun, 08 Sep 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies A theology that asserts that the whole point of Christianity is to get from earth to heaven tends to devalue the physical and elevate the spiritual. Today, we examine the worldview that leads to such a theology and dismiss it in favor of one that focuses on a unified view of the human person that equally values body, spirit and soul, and that leads to a better understanding of concepts such as health and healing. A theology that asserts that the whole point of Christianity is to get from earth to heaven tends to devalue the physical and elevate the spiritual. Today, we examine the worldview that leads to such a theology and dismiss it in favor of one that focuses on a unified view of the human person that equally values body, spirit and soul, and that leads to a better understanding of concepts such as health and healing. A theology that asserts that the whole point of Christianity is to get from earth to heaven tends to devalue the physical and elevate the spiritual. Today, we examine the worldview that leads to such a theology and dismiss it in favor of one that focus… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9208575/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_physicalhealth/id/125298 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9208575 Health,Healing,Anthropology,Heaven, Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:27-12:31 Sun, 01 Sep 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies The misreading God's plan for redemption and salvation as applicable only to humankind can lead to disastrous results for the created order. We examine theologies based upon worldviews that privilege heaven over earth and see the way in which they play out in the world today. The misreading God's plan for redemption and salvation as applicable only to humankind can lead to disastrous results for the created order. We examine theologies based upon worldviews that privilege heaven over earth and see the way in which they play out in the world today. The misreading God's plan for redemption and salvation as applicable only to humankind can lead to disastrous results for the created order. We examine theologies based upon worldviews that privilege heaven over earth and see the way in which they play… Julian A. Davies 1472 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9143162/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_creationcare/id/807751.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9143162 Creation,Worldview,Salvation,Syria Sun, 01 Sep 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies The misreading God's plan for redemption and salvation as applicable only to humankind can lead to disastrous results for the created order. We examine theologies based upon worldviews that privilege heaven over earth and see the way in which they play out in the world today. The misreading God's plan for redemption and salvation as applicable only to humankind can lead to disastrous results for the created order. We examine theologies based upon worldviews that privilege heaven over earth and see the way in which they play out in the world today. The misreading God's plan for redemption and salvation as applicable only to humankind can lead to disastrous results for the created order. We examine theologies based upon worldviews that privilege heaven over earth and see the way in which they play… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9143162/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_creationcare/id/125297 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9143162 Creation,Worldview,Salvation,Syria Sun, 25 Aug 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies The early followers of Jesus saw their work in living out the Great Commission and the Great Commandment as the natural extension of the earlier call on Abraham to be the solution to the problem engendered by Adam. The natural flow of the narrative shows us that our place in the story calls for us to spread the Good News such that all of God's people can find their way into the family of faith. The early followers of Jesus saw their work in living out the Great Commission and the Great Commandment as the natural extension of the earlier call on Abraham to be the solution to the problem engendered by Adam. The natural flow of the narrative shows us that our place in the story calls for us to spread the Good News such that all of God's people can find their way into the family of faith. The early followers of Jesus saw their work in living out the Great Commission and the Great Commandment as the natural extension of the earlier call on Abraham to be the solution to the problem engendered by Adam. The natural flow of the narrative sho… Julian A. Davies 1916 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9094423/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_blessedtobeablessing/id/807750.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9094423 Abraham,Adam,Faith,Mission Sun, 25 Aug 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies The early followers of Jesus saw their work in living out the Great Commission and the Great Commandment as the natural extension of the earlier call on Abraham to be the solution to the problem engendered by Adam. The natural flow of the narrative shows us that our place in the story calls for us to spread the Good News such that all of God's people can find their way into the family of faith. The early followers of Jesus saw their work in living out the Great Commission and the Great Commandment as the natural extension of the earlier call on Abraham to be the solution to the problem engendered by Adam. The natural flow of the narrative shows us that our place in the story calls for us to spread the Good News such that all of God's people can find their way into the family of faith. The early followers of Jesus saw their work in living out the Great Commission and the Great Commandment as the natural extension of the earlier call on Abraham to be the solution to the problem engendered by Adam. The natural flow of the narrative sho… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9094423/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_blessedtobeablessing/id/125296 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9094423 Abraham,Adam,Faith,Mission Sun, 18 Aug 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Following our series on "worldview," we now look to the ways in which worldview is made public in the world: through aims and intentions (i.e. mission) and through basic and consequent beliefs (i.e. theology), both of which are closely coupled. Today, we explore the idea of "people groups" and how our mission and theology interact with groups, including the group of which we are a part. Following our series on "worldview," we now look to the ways in which worldview is made public in the world: through aims and intentions (i.e. mission) and through basic and consequent beliefs (i.e. theology), both of which are closely coupled. Today, we explore the idea of "people groups" and how our mission and theology interact with groups, including the group of which we are a part. Following our series on "worldview," we now look to the ways in which worldview is made public in the world: through aims and intentions (i.e. mission) and through basic and consequent beliefs (i.e. theology), both of which are closely coupled. Today, … Julian A. Davies 1798 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9064518/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_neighborsstrangers/id/807749.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9064518 Neighbors,Strangers,Mission,Theology, Scripture: Deuteronomy 10:17-10:22 Sun, 18 Aug 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Following our series on "worldview," we now look to the ways in which worldview is made public in the world: through aims and intentions (i.e. mission) and through basic and consequent beliefs (i.e. theology), both of which are closely coupled. Today, we explore the idea of "people groups" and how our mission and theology interact with groups, including the group of which we are a part. Following our series on "worldview," we now look to the ways in which worldview is made public in the world: through aims and intentions (i.e. mission) and through basic and consequent beliefs (i.e. theology), both of which are closely coupled. Today, we explore the idea of "people groups" and how our mission and theology interact with groups, including the group of which we are a part. Following our series on "worldview," we now look to the ways in which worldview is made public in the world: through aims and intentions (i.e. mission) and through basic and consequent beliefs (i.e. theology), both of which are closely coupled. Today, … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9064518/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_neighborsstrangers/id/125295 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9064518 Neighbors,Strangers,Mission,Theology, Scripture: Deuteronomy 10:17-10:22 Sun, 11 Aug 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we conclude our series on "Worldview," we look at the Christian worldview as it emerged from that of 2nd-Temple Judaism, embedded in the surrounding Roman worldview, and see how it works today. We compare human needs (in the form of a needs hierarchy) with the essentials of the early Christian worldview and find that they fit together like two pieces of a jigsaw puzzle. As we conclude our series on "Worldview," we look at the Christian worldview as it emerged from that of 2nd-Temple Judaism, embedded in the surrounding Roman worldview, and see how it works today. We compare human needs (in the form of a needs hierarchy) with the essentials of the early Christian worldview and find that they fit together like two pieces of a jigsaw puzzle. As we conclude our series on "Worldview," we look at the Christian worldview as it emerged from that of 2nd-Temple Judaism, embedded in the surrounding Roman worldview, and see how it works today. We compare human needs (in the form of a needs hierarch… Julian A. Davies 1806 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9019373/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whydoweseetheworldthisway/id/807748.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9019373 Worldview,Needs hierarchy,Jesus Sun, 11 Aug 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we conclude our series on "Worldview," we look at the Christian worldview as it emerged from that of 2nd-Temple Judaism, embedded in the surrounding Roman worldview, and see how it works today. We compare human needs (in the form of a needs hierarchy) with the essentials of the early Christian worldview and find that they fit together like two pieces of a jigsaw puzzle. As we conclude our series on "Worldview," we look at the Christian worldview as it emerged from that of 2nd-Temple Judaism, embedded in the surrounding Roman worldview, and see how it works today. We compare human needs (in the form of a needs hierarchy) with the essentials of the early Christian worldview and find that they fit together like two pieces of a jigsaw puzzle. As we conclude our series on "Worldview," we look at the Christian worldview as it emerged from that of 2nd-Temple Judaism, embedded in the surrounding Roman worldview, and see how it works today. We compare human needs (in the form of a needs hierarch… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9019373/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_whydoweseetheworldthisway/id/125294 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/9019373 Worldview,Needs hierarchy,Jesus Sun, 04 Aug 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the overarching narrative we adopt to shape and view our lives and to understand the world around us, one of the key questions that our worldview must answer for us is, "What time is it?" In other words, where are we in the story and at what point in the plot do we find ourselves? In our modern worldview, the very way we think of time has separated it from creation and hence from the creator. As we rethink time, we reconnect and see our place in the flow of time from creation to today. In the overarching narrative we adopt to shape and view our lives and to understand the world around us, one of the key questions that our worldview must answer for us is, "What time is it?" In other words, where are we in the story and at what point in the plot do we find ourselves? In our modern worldview, the very way we think of time has separated it from creation and hence from the creator. As we rethink time, we reconnect and see our place in the flow of time from creation to today. In the overarching narrative we adopt to shape and view our lives and to understand the world around us, one of the key questions that our worldview must answer for us is, "What time is it?" In other words, where are we in the story and at what point i… Julian A. Davies 1586 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8979482/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whattimeisit/id/807747.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8979482 Time,Creation,Creator,Salvation Sun, 04 Aug 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the overarching narrative we adopt to shape and view our lives and to understand the world around us, one of the key questions that our worldview must answer for us is, "What time is it?" In other words, where are we in the story and at what point in the plot do we find ourselves? In our modern worldview, the very way we think of time has separated it from creation and hence from the creator. As we rethink time, we reconnect and see our place in the flow of time from creation to today. In the overarching narrative we adopt to shape and view our lives and to understand the world around us, one of the key questions that our worldview must answer for us is, "What time is it?" In other words, where are we in the story and at what point in the plot do we find ourselves? In our modern worldview, the very way we think of time has separated it from creation and hence from the creator. As we rethink time, we reconnect and see our place in the flow of time from creation to today. In the overarching narrative we adopt to shape and view our lives and to understand the world around us, one of the key questions that our worldview must answer for us is, "What time is it?" In other words, where are we in the story and at what point i… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8979482/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_whattimeisit/id/125293 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8979482 Time,Creation,Creator,Salvation Sun, 28 Jul 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies A robust worldview answers for us the question, "How do we get out of this mess?" Today, we explore how the Romans of the first century, the people of second-Temple Judaism, and the early followers of Jesus had different ways of seeing this question and its answer. For today, the worldview we adopt should similarly answer this question. As you look at the world around you, how do you see the way out of the mess we are in? Can anything (or anyone) save us? A robust worldview answers for us the question, "How do we get out of this mess?" Today, we explore how the Romans of the first century, the people of second-Temple Judaism, and the early followers of Jesus had different ways of seeing this question and its answer. For today, the worldview we adopt should similarly answer this question. As you look at the world around you, how do you see the way out of the mess we are in? Can anything (or anyone) save us? A robust worldview answers for us the question, "How do we get out of this mess?" Today, we explore how the Romans of the first century, the people of second-Temple Judaism, and the early followers of Jesus had different ways of seeing this question an… Julian A. Davies 1705 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8935185/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_howdowegetoutofthismess/id/807746.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8935185 Worldview,Temple,Rome,Salvation Sun, 28 Jul 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies A robust worldview answers for us the question, "How do we get out of this mess?" Today, we explore how the Romans of the first century, the people of second-Temple Judaism, and the early followers of Jesus had different ways of seeing this question and its answer. For today, the worldview we adopt should similarly answer this question. As you look at the world around you, how do you see the way out of the mess we are in? Can anything (or anyone) save us? A robust worldview answers for us the question, "How do we get out of this mess?" Today, we explore how the Romans of the first century, the people of second-Temple Judaism, and the early followers of Jesus had different ways of seeing this question and its answer. For today, the worldview we adopt should similarly answer this question. As you look at the world around you, how do you see the way out of the mess we are in? Can anything (or anyone) save us? A robust worldview answers for us the question, "How do we get out of this mess?" Today, we explore how the Romans of the first century, the people of second-Temple Judaism, and the early followers of Jesus had different ways of seeing this question an… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8935185/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_howdowegetoutofthismess/id/125292 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8935185 Worldview,Temple,Rome,Salvation Sun, 21 Jul 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies A robust worldview should be able to provide an answer to the question, "What's wrong?" We examine the worldviews of 1st-century Rome, 2nd-Temple Judaism and early Christianity to probe this question. As we look at out at the world with its many troubles, how do we, today, answer the question, "What's wrong?" A robust worldview should be able to provide an answer to the question, "What's wrong?" We examine the worldviews of 1st-century Rome, 2nd-Temple Judaism and early Christianity to probe this question. As we look at out at the world with its many troubles, how do we, today, answer the question, "What's wrong?" A robust worldview should be able to provide an answer to the question, "What's wrong?" We examine the worldviews of 1st-century Rome, 2nd-Temple Judaism and early Christianity to probe this question. As we look at out at the world with its many troubl… Julian A. Davies 1870 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8838061/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whatswrong/id/807745.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8838061 Worldview,Jesus,Temple,Rome Sun, 21 Jul 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies A robust worldview should be able to provide an answer to the question, "What's wrong?" We examine the worldviews of 1st-century Rome, 2nd-Temple Judaism and early Christianity to probe this question. As we look at out at the world with its many troubles, how do we, today, answer the question, "What's wrong?" A robust worldview should be able to provide an answer to the question, "What's wrong?" We examine the worldviews of 1st-century Rome, 2nd-Temple Judaism and early Christianity to probe this question. As we look at out at the world with its many troubles, how do we, today, answer the question, "What's wrong?" A robust worldview should be able to provide an answer to the question, "What's wrong?" We examine the worldviews of 1st-century Rome, 2nd-Temple Judaism and early Christianity to probe this question. As we look at out at the world with its many troubl… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8838061/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_whatswrong/id/125291 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8838061 Worldview,Jesus,Temple,Rome Sun, 14 Jul 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the Biblical narrative, the first question asked of humankind by God is, "Where are you?" And the answer to that question speaks to the worldview of the hearer. Adam and Eve were hiding, the people of Israel were in and out of the Promised Land, and the followers of Jesus are ... well, where are we? The answer "in Christ" as a primary locator speaks to a way of seeing the world and the grand narrative of which we are a part. In the Biblical narrative, the first question asked of humankind by God is, "Where are you?" And the answer to that question speaks to the worldview of the hearer. Adam and Eve were hiding, the people of Israel were in and out of the Promised Land, and the followers of Jesus are ... well, where are we? The answer "in Christ" as a primary locator speaks to a way of seeing the world and the grand narrative of which we are a part. In the Biblical narrative, the first question asked of humankind by God is, "Where are you?" And the answer to that question speaks to the worldview of the hearer. Adam and Eve were hiding, the people of Israel were in and out of the Promised Land, and… Julian A. Davies 1730 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8793025/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_wherearewe/id/807744.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8793025 Worldview,Christ,New Covenant, Scripture: Genesis 3:8-3:9 Sun, 14 Jul 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the Biblical narrative, the first question asked of humankind by God is, "Where are you?" And the answer to that question speaks to the worldview of the hearer. Adam and Eve were hiding, the people of Israel were in and out of the Promised Land, and the followers of Jesus are ... well, where are we? The answer "in Christ" as a primary locator speaks to a way of seeing the world and the grand narrative of which we are a part. In the Biblical narrative, the first question asked of humankind by God is, "Where are you?" And the answer to that question speaks to the worldview of the hearer. Adam and Eve were hiding, the people of Israel were in and out of the Promised Land, and the followers of Jesus are ... well, where are we? The answer "in Christ" as a primary locator speaks to a way of seeing the world and the grand narrative of which we are a part. In the Biblical narrative, the first question asked of humankind by God is, "Where are you?" And the answer to that question speaks to the worldview of the hearer. Adam and Eve were hiding, the people of Israel were in and out of the Promised Land, and… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8793025/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_wherearewe/id/125290 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8793025 Worldview,Christ,New Covenant, Scripture: Genesis 3:8-3:9 Sun, 07 Jul 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Worldview - the lens through which we see and interpret the world - answers our basic questions, even when we don't know that we have asked them. Words/stories, symbols and praxis are elements of worldview that we can examine across the ages to see how our modern-day filters might affect our reading of ancient narratives and perhaps cause us to misunderstand the nature of the Gospel. Worldview - the lens through which we see and interpret the world - answers our basic questions, even when we don't know that we have asked them. Words/stories, symbols and praxis are elements of worldview that we can examine across the ages to see how our modern-day filters might affect our reading of ancient narratives and perhaps cause us to misunderstand the nature of the Gospel. Worldview - the lens through which we see and interpret the world - answers our basic questions, even when we don't know that we have asked them. Words/stories, symbols and praxis are elements of worldview that we can examine across the ages to see how… Julian A. Davies 1771 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8767980/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whoarewe/id/807743.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8767980 Worldview,Symbols,Praxis,Scripture Sun, 07 Jul 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Worldview - the lens through which we see and interpret the world - answers our basic questions, even when we don't know that we have asked them. Words/stories, symbols and praxis are elements of worldview that we can examine across the ages to see how our modern-day filters might affect our reading of ancient narratives and perhaps cause us to misunderstand the nature of the Gospel. Worldview - the lens through which we see and interpret the world - answers our basic questions, even when we don't know that we have asked them. Words/stories, symbols and praxis are elements of worldview that we can examine across the ages to see how our modern-day filters might affect our reading of ancient narratives and perhaps cause us to misunderstand the nature of the Gospel. Worldview - the lens through which we see and interpret the world - answers our basic questions, even when we don't know that we have asked them. Words/stories, symbols and praxis are elements of worldview that we can examine across the ages to see how… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8767980/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_whoarewe/id/125289 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8767980 Worldview,Symbols,Praxis,Scripture Sun, 30 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies The ways in which we speak allow us to attach to our phrases the level or certainty we have in them. Do we know something, feel it, guess it is true, trust in it, and so on. One of the important reasons for reading Scripture is to engage experientially such that we acquire non-propositional knowledge (trust, faith, hope and so on) in the person of Christ. Through his words and deeds, we come to see a standing point from which we can examine other truth claims with clarity. The ways in which we speak allow us to attach to our phrases the level or certainty we have in them. Do we know something, feel it, guess it is true, trust in it, and so on. One of the important reasons for reading Scripture is to engage experientially such that we acquire non-propositional knowledge (trust, faith, hope and so on) in the person of Christ. Through his words and deeds, we come to see a standing point from which we can examine other truth claims with clarity. The ways in which we speak allow us to attach to our phrases the level or certainty we have in them. Do we know something, feel it, guess it is true, trust in it, and so on. One of the important reasons for reading Scripture is to engage experientially… Julian A. Davies 1435 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8629070/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_modalitypossibleprobableorcert/id/807742.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8629070 Modality,Love,Trust,Hope, Scripture: Matthew 19:23-19:26 Sun, 30 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies The ways in which we speak allow us to attach to our phrases the level or certainty we have in them. Do we know something, feel it, guess it is true, trust in it, and so on. One of the important reasons for reading Scripture is to engage experientially such that we acquire non-propositional knowledge (trust, faith, hope and so on) in the person of Christ. Through his words and deeds, we come to see a standing point from which we can examine other truth claims with clarity. The ways in which we speak allow us to attach to our phrases the level or certainty we have in them. Do we know something, feel it, guess it is true, trust in it, and so on. One of the important reasons for reading Scripture is to engage experientially such that we acquire non-propositional knowledge (trust, faith, hope and so on) in the person of Christ. Through his words and deeds, we come to see a standing point from which we can examine other truth claims with clarity. The ways in which we speak allow us to attach to our phrases the level or certainty we have in them. Do we know something, feel it, guess it is true, trust in it, and so on. One of the important reasons for reading Scripture is to engage experientially… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8629070/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_modalitypossibleprobableorcert/id/125288 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8629070 Modality,Love,Trust,Hope, Scripture: Matthew 19:23-19:26 Sun, 23 Jun 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we discuss longing, hope and desire, we see that the Psalms, with their poetic structure, capture well the sense in which hope is rooted in the faithfulness of God, and made real in the world through covenant as an expression of God's steadfast love. As we discuss longing, hope and desire, we see that the Psalms, with their poetic structure, capture well the sense in which hope is rooted in the faithfulness of God, and made real in the world through covenant as an expression of God's steadfast love. As we discuss longing, hope and desire, we see that the Psalms, with their poetic structure, capture well the sense in which hope is rooted in the faithfulness of God, and made real in the world through covenant as an expression of God's steadfast love… Julian A. Davies 1729 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8599070/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_optativesifonlythisifonlythat/id/807741.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8599070 Hope,Steadfast love,Covenant,Paul Sun, 23 Jun 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we discuss longing, hope and desire, we see that the Psalms, with their poetic structure, capture well the sense in which hope is rooted in the faithfulness of God, and made real in the world through covenant as an expression of God's steadfast love. As we discuss longing, hope and desire, we see that the Psalms, with their poetic structure, capture well the sense in which hope is rooted in the faithfulness of God, and made real in the world through covenant as an expression of God's steadfast love. As we discuss longing, hope and desire, we see that the Psalms, with their poetic structure, capture well the sense in which hope is rooted in the faithfulness of God, and made real in the world through covenant as an expression of God's steadfast love… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8599070/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_optativesifonlythisifonlythat/id/125287 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8599070 Hope,Steadfast love,Covenant,Paul Sun, 16 Jun 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In 1 Corinthians 15, Paul writes of the resurrection using a series of conditional claims, "if this ... then that" We examine his use of this way of discourse and see how shapes for us both indicatives and imperatives. Paul uses a well-rounded grammar to explore faith and teach his readers. In 1 Corinthians 15, Paul writes of the resurrection using a series of conditional claims, "if this ... then that" We examine his use of this way of discourse and see how shapes for us both indicatives and imperatives. Paul uses a well-rounded grammar to explore faith and teach his readers. In 1 Corinthians 15, Paul writes of the resurrection using a series of conditional claims, "if this ... then that" We examine his use of this way of discourse and see how shapes for us both indicatives and imperatives. Paul uses a well-rounded grammar… Julian A. Davies 1451 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8571396/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_subunctivesmaybethismaybethat/id/807740.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8571396 Paul,Corinth,Subjunctives,Holy Spirit Sun, 16 Jun 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In 1 Corinthians 15, Paul writes of the resurrection using a series of conditional claims, "if this ... then that" We examine his use of this way of discourse and see how shapes for us both indicatives and imperatives. Paul uses a well-rounded grammar to explore faith and teach his readers. In 1 Corinthians 15, Paul writes of the resurrection using a series of conditional claims, "if this ... then that" We examine his use of this way of discourse and see how shapes for us both indicatives and imperatives. Paul uses a well-rounded grammar to explore faith and teach his readers. In 1 Corinthians 15, Paul writes of the resurrection using a series of conditional claims, "if this ... then that" We examine his use of this way of discourse and see how shapes for us both indicatives and imperatives. Paul uses a well-rounded grammar… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8571396/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_subunctivesmaybethismaybethat/id/125286 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8571396 Paul,Corinth,Subjunctives,Holy Spirit Sun, 09 Jun 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies We consider the role of questions in the grammar of faith - especially those questions which we tend not to ask because the supposed answers are culturally conditioned within us as part of our worldview. We consider the role of questions in the grammar of faith - especially those questions which we tend not to ask because the supposed answers are culturally conditioned within us as part of our worldview. We consider the role of questions in the grammar of faith - especially those questions which we tend not to ask because the supposed answers are culturally conditioned within us as part of our worldview. … Julian A. Davies 1803 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8517234/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_interrogativeswhythiswhythat/id/807739.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8517234 Questions,Worldview,Assumptions Sun, 09 Jun 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies We consider the role of questions in the grammar of faith - especially those questions which we tend not to ask because the supposed answers are culturally conditioned within us as part of our worldview. We consider the role of questions in the grammar of faith - especially those questions which we tend not to ask because the supposed answers are culturally conditioned within us as part of our worldview. We consider the role of questions in the grammar of faith - especially those questions which we tend not to ask because the supposed answers are culturally conditioned within us as part of our worldview. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8517234/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_interrogativeswhythiswhythat/id/125285 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8517234 Questions,Worldview,Assumptions Sun, 02 Jun 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we examine the grammar of faith, we look at imperatives – simply understood here as commands – and see how the ten commandments work in the Biblical narrative (and how the great commandment of Jesus sits alongside). What would these commandments look like if reframed as optatives – hopes and longings – and how would we respond if we really believed that God would pitch his tent among us if we cleaned up the neighborhood in alignment with these hopes and longings? As we examine the grammar of faith, we look at imperatives – simply understood here as commands – and see how the ten commandments work in the Biblical narrative (and how the great commandment of Jesus sits alongside). What would these commandments look like if reframed as optatives – hopes and longings – and how would we respond if we really believed that God would pitch his tent among us if we cleaned up the neighborhood in alignment with these hopes and longings? As we examine the grammar of faith, we look at imperatives – simply understood here as commands – and see how the ten commandments work in the Biblical narrative (and how the great commandment of Jesus sits alongside). What would these commandments loo… Julian A. Davies 1684 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8480862/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_imperativesdothisdothat/id/807738.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8480862 Law,Ten Commandments,Great Commandment,Tabernacle Sun, 02 Jun 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we examine the grammar of faith, we look at imperatives – simply understood here as commands – and see how the ten commandments work in the Biblical narrative (and how the great commandment of Jesus sits alongside). What would these commandments look like if reframed as optatives – hopes and longings – and how would we respond if we really believed that God would pitch his tent among us if we cleaned up the neighborhood in alignment with these hopes and longings? As we examine the grammar of faith, we look at imperatives – simply understood here as commands – and see how the ten commandments work in the Biblical narrative (and how the great commandment of Jesus sits alongside). What would these commandments look like if reframed as optatives – hopes and longings – and how would we respond if we really believed that God would pitch his tent among us if we cleaned up the neighborhood in alignment with these hopes and longings? As we examine the grammar of faith, we look at imperatives – simply understood here as commands – and see how the ten commandments work in the Biblical narrative (and how the great commandment of Jesus sits alongside). What would these commandments loo… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8480862/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_imperativesdothisdothat/id/125284 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8480862 Law,Ten Commandments,Great Commandment,Tabernacle Sun, 26 May 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In talking about and understanding faith, we take many different, individual positions with respect to what we say. Here, we develop ideas about how mood and modality can help us to form a more robust and well-rounded vocabulary of faith and also help us grasp new and complex facets of faith. In talking about and understanding faith, we take many different, individual positions with respect to what we say. Here, we develop ideas about how mood and modality can help us to form a more robust and well-rounded vocabulary of faith and also help us grasp new and complex facets of faith. In talking about and understanding faith, we take many different, individual positions with respect to what we say. Here, we develop ideas about how mood and modality can help us to form a more robust and well-rounded vocabulary of faith and also help … Julian A. Davies 1732 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8444213/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_indicativesthatsafact/id/807737.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8444213 Faith,Trinity,Creed,Truth Sun, 26 May 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In talking about and understanding faith, we take many different, individual positions with respect to what we say. Here, we develop ideas about how mood and modality can help us to form a more robust and well-rounded vocabulary of faith and also help us grasp new and complex facets of faith. In talking about and understanding faith, we take many different, individual positions with respect to what we say. Here, we develop ideas about how mood and modality can help us to form a more robust and well-rounded vocabulary of faith and also help us grasp new and complex facets of faith. In talking about and understanding faith, we take many different, individual positions with respect to what we say. Here, we develop ideas about how mood and modality can help us to form a more robust and well-rounded vocabulary of faith and also help … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8444213/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_indicativesthatsafact/id/125283 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8444213 Faith,Trinity,Creed,Truth Sun, 19 May 2013 00:00:00 +0000 Diana M. Davis Taking a look at the history of Pentecost and why it matters today. Taking a look at the history of Pentecost and why it matters today. Taking a look at the history of Pentecost and why it matters today.… Diana M. Davis 998 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8420835/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_filledwithnewwine/id/807736.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8420835 Pentecost Sun, 19 May 2013 00:00:00 +0000 Diana M. Davis Taking a look at the history of Pentecost and why it matters today. Taking a look at the history of Pentecost and why it matters today. Taking a look at the history of Pentecost and why it matters today.… Diana M. Davis https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8420835/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_filledwithnewwine/id/125282 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8420835 Pentecost Sun, 12 May 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we examine the ascension through consideration of language, theology and politics in first-century Israel, we see that ascension is not about absence but about glorification. We see how Luke uses ascension to again proclaim that Jesus is Lord (and Caesar is not)! As we examine the ascension through consideration of language, theology and politics in first-century Israel, we see that ascension is not about absence but about glorification. We see how Luke uses ascension to again proclaim that Jesus is Lord (and Caesar is not)! As we examine the ascension through consideration of language, theology and politics in first-century Israel, we see that ascension is not about absence but about glorification. We see how Luke uses ascension to again proclaim that Jesus is Lord (and C… Julian A. Davies 1697 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8378294/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whydoyoustandlookingup/id/807735.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8378294 Ascension,Glorification,Cosmology,Jesus Sun, 12 May 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we examine the ascension through consideration of language, theology and politics in first-century Israel, we see that ascension is not about absence but about glorification. We see how Luke uses ascension to again proclaim that Jesus is Lord (and Caesar is not)! As we examine the ascension through consideration of language, theology and politics in first-century Israel, we see that ascension is not about absence but about glorification. We see how Luke uses ascension to again proclaim that Jesus is Lord (and Caesar is not)! As we examine the ascension through consideration of language, theology and politics in first-century Israel, we see that ascension is not about absence but about glorification. We see how Luke uses ascension to again proclaim that Jesus is Lord (and C… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8378294/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_whydoyoustandlookingup/id/125281 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8378294 Ascension,Glorification,Cosmology,Jesus Sun, 05 May 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the introductory verses of the Acts of the Apostles, Luke reminds us of the charge that Jesus gave to his disciples to be witnesses. We explore the concept of "witness" and what it means in the world today. In the introductory verses of the Acts of the Apostles, Luke reminds us of the charge that Jesus gave to his disciples to be witnesses. We explore the concept of "witness" and what it means in the world today. In the introductory verses of the Acts of the Apostles, Luke reminds us of the charge that Jesus gave to his disciples to be witnesses. We explore the concept of "witness" and what it means in the world today. … Julian A. Davies 1576 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8337050/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_onbeingwitnesses/id/807734.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8337050 Witness,Covenant,Testament,Martyr Sun, 05 May 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the introductory verses of the Acts of the Apostles, Luke reminds us of the charge that Jesus gave to his disciples to be witnesses. We explore the concept of "witness" and what it means in the world today. In the introductory verses of the Acts of the Apostles, Luke reminds us of the charge that Jesus gave to his disciples to be witnesses. We explore the concept of "witness" and what it means in the world today. In the introductory verses of the Acts of the Apostles, Luke reminds us of the charge that Jesus gave to his disciples to be witnesses. We explore the concept of "witness" and what it means in the world today. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8337050/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_onbeingwitnesses/id/125280 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8337050 Witness,Covenant,Testament,Martyr Sun, 28 Apr 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As Luke starts his second major work, he looks back at his Gospel and touches on the central features of his narrative. Today, we see how he weaves together reminders about the importance of and connectivity between kingdom, baptism and the Spirit. As Luke starts his second major work, he looks back at his Gospel and touches on the central features of his narrative. Today, we see how he weaves together reminders about the importance of and connectivity between kingdom, baptism and the Spirit. As Luke starts his second major work, he looks back at his Gospel and touches on the central features of his narrative. Today, we see how he weaves together reminders about the importance of and connectivity between kingdom, baptism and the Spirit.… Julian A. Davies 1499 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8302101/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_kingdombaptismandthespirit/id/807733.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8302101 Kingdom,Baptism,Holy Spirit, Scripture: Acts 1:3-1:5 Sun, 28 Apr 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As Luke starts his second major work, he looks back at his Gospel and touches on the central features of his narrative. Today, we see how he weaves together reminders about the importance of and connectivity between kingdom, baptism and the Spirit. As Luke starts his second major work, he looks back at his Gospel and touches on the central features of his narrative. Today, we see how he weaves together reminders about the importance of and connectivity between kingdom, baptism and the Spirit. As Luke starts his second major work, he looks back at his Gospel and touches on the central features of his narrative. Today, we see how he weaves together reminders about the importance of and connectivity between kingdom, baptism and the Spirit.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8302101/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_kingdombaptismandthespirit/id/125279 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8302101 Kingdom,Baptism,Holy Spirit, Scripture: Acts 1:3-1:5 Sun, 21 Apr 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As Luke begins The Acts of The Apostles, he summarizes what he has written in his Gospel by reference to "all that Jesus did and taught." We look back through the Gospel of Luke and see how his descriptions of Jesus and the Kingdom confirm the in-breaking of the reign of God in the world. As Luke begins The Acts of The Apostles, he summarizes what he has written in his Gospel by reference to "all that Jesus did and taught." We look back through the Gospel of Luke and see how his descriptions of Jesus and the Kingdom confirm the in-breaking of the reign of God in the world. As Luke begins The Acts of The Apostles, he summarizes what he has written in his Gospel by reference to "all that Jesus did and taught." We look back through the Gospel of Luke and see how his descriptions of Jesus and the Kingdom confirm the in-break… Julian A. Davies 2027 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8274710/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_allthatesusdidandtaught/id/807732.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8274710 Luke,Jesus,Kingdom of God,Son of God Sun, 21 Apr 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As Luke begins The Acts of The Apostles, he summarizes what he has written in his Gospel by reference to "all that Jesus did and taught." We look back through the Gospel of Luke and see how his descriptions of Jesus and the Kingdom confirm the in-breaking of the reign of God in the world. As Luke begins The Acts of The Apostles, he summarizes what he has written in his Gospel by reference to "all that Jesus did and taught." We look back through the Gospel of Luke and see how his descriptions of Jesus and the Kingdom confirm the in-breaking of the reign of God in the world. As Luke begins The Acts of The Apostles, he summarizes what he has written in his Gospel by reference to "all that Jesus did and taught." We look back through the Gospel of Luke and see how his descriptions of Jesus and the Kingdom confirm the in-break… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8274710/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_allthatesusdidandtaught/id/125278 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8274710 Luke,Jesus,Kingdom of God,Son of God Sun, 14 Apr 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As Luke concludes his "careful account," he brings us full circle back to Jerusalem and the Temple having done the job that he set out to do: establishing Jesus as Son of God, Son of Man, Son of David and Messiah, and establishing the in-breaking of the reign of God and and life under the new covenant. As Luke concludes his "careful account," he brings us full circle back to Jerusalem and the Temple having done the job that he set out to do: establishing Jesus as Son of God, Son of Man, Son of David and Messiah, and establishing the in-breaking of the reign of God and and life under the new covenant. As Luke concludes his "careful account," he brings us full circle back to Jerusalem and the Temple having done the job that he set out to do: establishing Jesus as Son of God, Son of Man, Son of David and Messiah, and establishing the in-breaking of th… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8130646/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_apieceofbroiledfish/id/125277 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8130646 Resurrection,Son of God,Jesus,New Covenant Sun, 07 Apr 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In Luke's "orderly account," we hear of the first post-resurrection appearance of Jesus. On the road to Emmaus, Jesus is made known to two individuals through the interpretation of Scripture and the breaking of bread. We see how Luke works towards completing his narrative through this account and shows us a model for an encounter with Christ. In Luke's "orderly account," we hear of the first post-resurrection appearance of Jesus. On the road to Emmaus, Jesus is made known to two individuals through the interpretation of Scripture and the breaking of bread. We see how Luke works towards completing his narrative through this account and shows us a model for an encounter with Christ. In Luke's "orderly account," we hear of the first post-resurrection appearance of Jesus. On the road to Emmaus, Jesus is made known to two individuals through the interpretation of Scripture and the breaking of bread. We see how Luke works towards comp… Julian A. Davies 1391 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8020643/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_ontheroadagain/id/807731.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8020643 Resurrection,Emmaus,Jesus,Communion Sun, 07 Apr 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In Luke's "orderly account," we hear of the first post-resurrection appearance of Jesus. On the road to Emmaus, Jesus is made known to two individuals through the interpretation of Scripture and the breaking of bread. We see how Luke works towards completing his narrative through this account and shows us a model for an encounter with Christ. In Luke's "orderly account," we hear of the first post-resurrection appearance of Jesus. On the road to Emmaus, Jesus is made known to two individuals through the interpretation of Scripture and the breaking of bread. We see how Luke works towards completing his narrative through this account and shows us a model for an encounter with Christ. In Luke's "orderly account," we hear of the first post-resurrection appearance of Jesus. On the road to Emmaus, Jesus is made known to two individuals through the interpretation of Scripture and the breaking of bread. We see how Luke works towards comp… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8020643/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_ontheroadagain/id/125276 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/8020643 Resurrection,Emmaus,Jesus,Communion Sun, 31 Mar 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On Easter Sunday we look to the resurrection to explain the Gospel (and not to the Gospel to explain the resurrection). The witness of the resurrection explains for us much that occurred in the Holy Land in the years following the ministry of Jesus. On Easter Sunday we look to the resurrection to explain the Gospel (and not to the Gospel to explain the resurrection). The witness of the resurrection explains for us much that occurred in the Holy Land in the years following the ministry of Jesus. On Easter Sunday we look to the resurrection to explain the Gospel (and not to the Gospel to explain the resurrection). The witness of the resurrection explains for us much that occurred in the Holy Land in the years following the ministry of Jesus. … Julian A. Davies 1465 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/7923466/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_anidletale/id/807730.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/7923466 Easter,Resurrection,Jesus,Gospel Sun, 31 Mar 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On Easter Sunday we look to the resurrection to explain the Gospel (and not to the Gospel to explain the resurrection). The witness of the resurrection explains for us much that occurred in the Holy Land in the years following the ministry of Jesus. On Easter Sunday we look to the resurrection to explain the Gospel (and not to the Gospel to explain the resurrection). The witness of the resurrection explains for us much that occurred in the Holy Land in the years following the ministry of Jesus. On Easter Sunday we look to the resurrection to explain the Gospel (and not to the Gospel to explain the resurrection). The witness of the resurrection explains for us much that occurred in the Holy Land in the years following the ministry of Jesus. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/7923466/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_anidletale/id/125275 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/7923466 Easter,Resurrection,Jesus,Gospel Sun, 24 Mar 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Palm-Passion Sunday, we follow Luke's account of Jesus' entry into Jerusalem, arrest and crucifixion. We end with Jesus dead on the cross and imagine how the world would have been different if the story had ended there. On this Palm-Passion Sunday, we follow Luke's account of Jesus' entry into Jerusalem, arrest and crucifixion. We end with Jesus dead on the cross and imagine how the world would have been different if the story had ended there. On this Palm-Passion Sunday, we follow Luke's account of Jesus' entry into Jerusalem, arrest and crucifixion. We end with Jesus dead on the cross and imagine how the world would have been different if the story had ended there. … Julian A. Davies 1691 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/7778830/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thepassion/id/807729.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/7778830 Jesus,Jerusalem,Crucifixion, Scripture: Luke 23:1-23:49 Sun, 24 Mar 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Palm-Passion Sunday, we follow Luke's account of Jesus' entry into Jerusalem, arrest and crucifixion. We end with Jesus dead on the cross and imagine how the world would have been different if the story had ended there. On this Palm-Passion Sunday, we follow Luke's account of Jesus' entry into Jerusalem, arrest and crucifixion. We end with Jesus dead on the cross and imagine how the world would have been different if the story had ended there. On this Palm-Passion Sunday, we follow Luke's account of Jesus' entry into Jerusalem, arrest and crucifixion. We end with Jesus dead on the cross and imagine how the world would have been different if the story had ended there. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/7778830/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thepassion/id/125274 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/7778830 Jesus,Jerusalem,Crucifixion, Scripture: Luke 23:1-23:49 Sun, 17 Mar 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In Luke's account of the encounter of Jesus with a blind beggar, we see Jesus stop what he is doing and ask, "What do you want me to do for you?" Perhaps we are unwilling to stop what we are doing and actually listen to others or perhaps we assume that we already know what people want. The words and actions of Jesus serve to remind us of the importance of stopping and listening. In Luke's account of the encounter of Jesus with a blind beggar, we see Jesus stop what he is doing and ask, "What do you want me to do for you?" Perhaps we are unwilling to stop what we are doing and actually listen to others or perhaps we assume that we already know what people want. The words and actions of Jesus serve to remind us of the importance of stopping and listening. In Luke's account of the encounter of Jesus with a blind beggar, we see Jesus stop what he is doing and ask, "What do you want me to do for you?" Perhaps we are unwilling to stop what we are doing and actually listen to others or perhaps we assume that… Julian A. Davies 1662 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/7618501/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whatdoyouwantmetodoforyou/id/807728.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/7618501 Jesus,Healing,Discipleship,Listening Sun, 17 Mar 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In Luke's account of the encounter of Jesus with a blind beggar, we see Jesus stop what he is doing and ask, "What do you want me to do for you?" Perhaps we are unwilling to stop what we are doing and actually listen to others or perhaps we assume that we already know what people want. The words and actions of Jesus serve to remind us of the importance of stopping and listening. In Luke's account of the encounter of Jesus with a blind beggar, we see Jesus stop what he is doing and ask, "What do you want me to do for you?" Perhaps we are unwilling to stop what we are doing and actually listen to others or perhaps we assume that we already know what people want. The words and actions of Jesus serve to remind us of the importance of stopping and listening. In Luke's account of the encounter of Jesus with a blind beggar, we see Jesus stop what he is doing and ask, "What do you want me to do for you?" Perhaps we are unwilling to stop what we are doing and actually listen to others or perhaps we assume that… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/7618501/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_whatdoyouwantmetodoforyou/id/125273 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/7618501 Jesus,Healing,Discipleship,Listening Sun, 10 Mar 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In a cluster of three parables, including the well-known Parable of the Prodigal Son, Jesus describes what it means to be lost and then found again. His account of the Parable of the Prodigal Son, set against the back story of the Exile in Babylon, serves as a model for the church today being about the task of serving as the Body of Christ among God's people. In a cluster of three parables, including the well-known Parable of the Prodigal Son, Jesus describes what it means to be lost and then found again. His account of the Parable of the Prodigal Son, set against the back story of the Exile in Babylon, serves as a model for the church today being about the task of serving as the Body of Christ among God's people. In a cluster of three parables, including the well-known Parable of the Prodigal Son, Jesus describes what it means to be lost and then found again. His account of the Parable of the Prodigal Son, set against the back story of the Exile in Babylon, se… Julian A. Davies 2119 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/7459347/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_lostandfound/id/807727.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/7459347 Jesus,Parable,Prodigal Son,Salvation Sun, 10 Mar 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In a cluster of three parables, including the well-known Parable of the Prodigal Son, Jesus describes what it means to be lost and then found again. His account of the Parable of the Prodigal Son, set against the back story of the Exile in Babylon, serves as a model for the church today being about the task of serving as the Body of Christ among God's people. In a cluster of three parables, including the well-known Parable of the Prodigal Son, Jesus describes what it means to be lost and then found again. His account of the Parable of the Prodigal Son, set against the back story of the Exile in Babylon, serves as a model for the church today being about the task of serving as the Body of Christ among God's people. In a cluster of three parables, including the well-known Parable of the Prodigal Son, Jesus describes what it means to be lost and then found again. His account of the Parable of the Prodigal Son, set against the back story of the Exile in Babylon, se… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/7459347/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_lostandfound/id/125272 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/7459347 Jesus,Parable,Prodigal Son,Salvation Sun, 03 Mar 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we follow Jesus on his journey to Jerusalem this Lent, we see how he reminds his followers of the importance and true cost of discipleship. The stakes are very high and Jesus not only asks that we count the cost of following him but also that we count the cost of choosing otherwise. As we follow Jesus on his journey to Jerusalem this Lent, we see how he reminds his followers of the importance and true cost of discipleship. The stakes are very high and Jesus not only asks that we count the cost of following him but also that we count the cost of choosing otherwise. As we follow Jesus on his journey to Jerusalem this Lent, we see how he reminds his followers of the importance and true cost of discipleship. The stakes are very high and Jesus not only asks that we count the cost of following him but also that we cou… Julian A. Davies 1670 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/7316484/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_carrythecross/id/807726.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/7316484 Jesus,Discipleship,John Wesley Sun, 03 Mar 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we follow Jesus on his journey to Jerusalem this Lent, we see how he reminds his followers of the importance and true cost of discipleship. The stakes are very high and Jesus not only asks that we count the cost of following him but also that we count the cost of choosing otherwise. As we follow Jesus on his journey to Jerusalem this Lent, we see how he reminds his followers of the importance and true cost of discipleship. The stakes are very high and Jesus not only asks that we count the cost of following him but also that we count the cost of choosing otherwise. As we follow Jesus on his journey to Jerusalem this Lent, we see how he reminds his followers of the importance and true cost of discipleship. The stakes are very high and Jesus not only asks that we count the cost of following him but also that we cou… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/7316484/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_carrythecross/id/125271 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/7316484 Jesus,Discipleship,John Wesley Sun, 24 Feb 2013 00:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As Jesus travels up to Jerusalem, resistance begins to mount with conflicts between him and the Pharisees as well as suggestions that Herod may be seeking after him, as he had done with John the Baptist. Jesus continues on his way, confident that he comes in the name of the Lord and that the mission for the Kingdom cannot be defeated. Once we have discovered what we are willing to die for then learning what we are willing to live for comes naturally. As Jesus travels up to Jerusalem, resistance begins to mount with conflicts between him and the Pharisees as well as suggestions that Herod may be seeking after him, as he had done with John the Baptist. Jesus continues on his way, confident that he comes in the name of the Lord and that the mission for the Kingdom cannot be defeated. Once we have discovered what we are willing to die for then learning what we are willing to live for comes naturally. As Jesus travels up to Jerusalem, resistance begins to mount with conflicts between him and the Pharisees as well as suggestions that Herod may be seeking after him, as he had done with John the Baptist. Jesus continues on his way, confident that he c… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/7181252/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_blessedistheonewhocomesinthena/id/125270 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/7181252 Jesus,Jerusalem,Kingdom of God,Lent Sun, 17 Feb 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As Jesus sets his face towards Jerusalem, we learn what is expected of those who choose to follow him. They must break loose from false security, from the expectations of others and even from the demands of their religious tradition. How many agree to follow Jesus? In this passage we never get to learn that. Perhaps the invitation is really directed at us. As Jesus sets his face towards Jerusalem, we learn what is expected of those who choose to follow him. They must break loose from false security, from the expectations of others and even from the demands of their religious tradition. How many agree to follow Jesus? In this passage we never get to learn that. Perhaps the invitation is really directed at us. As Jesus sets his face towards Jerusalem, we learn what is expected of those who choose to follow him. They must break loose from false security, from the expectations of others and even from the demands of their religious tradition. How many agree to … Julian A. Davies 1168 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/7049177/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_breakingloose/id/807725.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/7049177 Jesus,Jerusalem,Lent,Discipleship Sun, 17 Feb 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As Jesus sets his face towards Jerusalem, we learn what is expected of those who choose to follow him. They must break loose from false security, from the expectations of others and even from the demands of their religious tradition. How many agree to follow Jesus? In this passage we never get to learn that. Perhaps the invitation is really directed at us. As Jesus sets his face towards Jerusalem, we learn what is expected of those who choose to follow him. They must break loose from false security, from the expectations of others and even from the demands of their religious tradition. How many agree to follow Jesus? In this passage we never get to learn that. Perhaps the invitation is really directed at us. As Jesus sets his face towards Jerusalem, we learn what is expected of those who choose to follow him. They must break loose from false security, from the expectations of others and even from the demands of their religious tradition. How many agree to … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/7049177/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_breakingloose/id/125269 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/7049177 Jesus,Jerusalem,Lent,Discipleship Sun, 10 Feb 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Transfiguration Sunday we examine the account by Luke of Jesus on the mountain and understand how Jesus is preparing to turn his face to Jerusalem through our examination of the narrative through the lens of the Exodus. As we prepare for Ash Wednesday and the start of Lent, Jesus illustrates for us how transfiguration (or transformation) can come about. On this Transfiguration Sunday we examine the account by Luke of Jesus on the mountain and understand how Jesus is preparing to turn his face to Jerusalem through our examination of the narrative through the lens of the Exodus. As we prepare for Ash Wednesday and the start of Lent, Jesus illustrates for us how transfiguration (or transformation) can come about. On this Transfiguration Sunday we examine the account by Luke of Jesus on the mountain and understand how Jesus is preparing to turn his face to Jerusalem through our examination of the narrative through the lens of the Exodus. As we prepare for Ash We… Julian A. Davies 1715 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/6918570/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_onthemountain/id/807724.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/6918570 Transfiguration,Exodus,Freedom,Jesus Sun, 10 Feb 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Transfiguration Sunday we examine the account by Luke of Jesus on the mountain and understand how Jesus is preparing to turn his face to Jerusalem through our examination of the narrative through the lens of the Exodus. As we prepare for Ash Wednesday and the start of Lent, Jesus illustrates for us how transfiguration (or transformation) can come about. On this Transfiguration Sunday we examine the account by Luke of Jesus on the mountain and understand how Jesus is preparing to turn his face to Jerusalem through our examination of the narrative through the lens of the Exodus. As we prepare for Ash Wednesday and the start of Lent, Jesus illustrates for us how transfiguration (or transformation) can come about. On this Transfiguration Sunday we examine the account by Luke of Jesus on the mountain and understand how Jesus is preparing to turn his face to Jerusalem through our examination of the narrative through the lens of the Exodus. As we prepare for Ash We… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/6918570/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_onthemountain/id/125268 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/6918570 Transfiguration,Exodus,Freedom,Jesus Sun, 03 Feb 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Luke describes how Jesus uses the stories of the widow of Zarephath and Naaman the leper to teach the people of his home town how God acts among those outside the covenant. Maybe there is a lesson there for us! Luke describes how Jesus uses the stories of the widow of Zarephath and Naaman the leper to teach the people of his home town how God acts among those outside the covenant. Maybe there is a lesson there for us! Luke describes how Jesus uses the stories of the widow of Zarephath and Naaman the leper to teach the people of his home town how God acts among those outside the covenant. Maybe there is a lesson there for us!… Julian A. Davies 2511 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/6801344/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_widowsandlepers/id/807723.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/6801344 Isaiah,Jesus,Widow of Zarephath,Naaman the leper, Scripture: Luke 4:21-4:30 Sun, 03 Feb 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Luke describes how Jesus uses the stories of the widow of Zarephath and Naaman the leper to teach the people of his home town how God acts among those outside the covenant. Maybe there is a lesson there for us! Luke describes how Jesus uses the stories of the widow of Zarephath and Naaman the leper to teach the people of his home town how God acts among those outside the covenant. Maybe there is a lesson there for us! Luke describes how Jesus uses the stories of the widow of Zarephath and Naaman the leper to teach the people of his home town how God acts among those outside the covenant. Maybe there is a lesson there for us!… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/6801344/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_widowsandlepers/id/125267 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/6801344 Isaiah,Jesus,Widow of Zarephath,Naaman the leper, Scripture: Luke 4:21-4:30 Sun, 27 Jan 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the narrative flow of Luke's Gospel, suddenly we encounter Jesus claiming the role of Messiah, prophet and Son of God, and starting to define his own vision for what this will look like. The key to his vision is freedom and he claims the words of the Book of Isaiah for himself. Luke's narrative takes an exciting new turn as Jesus sets about living into his vision. In the narrative flow of Luke's Gospel, suddenly we encounter Jesus claiming the role of Messiah, prophet and Son of God, and starting to define his own vision for what this will look like. The key to his vision is freedom and he claims the words of the Book of Isaiah for himself. Luke's narrative takes an exciting new turn as Jesus sets about living into his vision. In the narrative flow of Luke's Gospel, suddenly we encounter Jesus claiming the role of Messiah, prophet and Son of God, and starting to define his own vision for what this will look like. The key to his vision is freedom and he claims the words of th… Julian A. Davies 2025 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/6654133/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_readingscripture/id/807722.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/6654133 Isaiah,Freedom,Son of God,Messiah Sun, 27 Jan 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the narrative flow of Luke's Gospel, suddenly we encounter Jesus claiming the role of Messiah, prophet and Son of God, and starting to define his own vision for what this will look like. The key to his vision is freedom and he claims the words of the Book of Isaiah for himself. Luke's narrative takes an exciting new turn as Jesus sets about living into his vision. In the narrative flow of Luke's Gospel, suddenly we encounter Jesus claiming the role of Messiah, prophet and Son of God, and starting to define his own vision for what this will look like. The key to his vision is freedom and he claims the words of the Book of Isaiah for himself. Luke's narrative takes an exciting new turn as Jesus sets about living into his vision. In the narrative flow of Luke's Gospel, suddenly we encounter Jesus claiming the role of Messiah, prophet and Son of God, and starting to define his own vision for what this will look like. The key to his vision is freedom and he claims the words of th… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/6654133/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_readingscripture/id/125266 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/6654133 Isaiah,Freedom,Son of God,Messiah Sun, 20 Jan 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Luke's account continues with the description of the temptation of Jesus in the wilderness. The real issue being tested is this: Is Jesus really the Son of God? Luke's account continues with the description of the temptation of Jesus in the wilderness. The real issue being tested is this: Is Jesus really the Son of God? Luke's account continues with the description of the temptation of Jesus in the wilderness. The real issue being tested is this: Is Jesus really the Son of God? … Julian A. Davies 1352 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/6520817/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_temptation/id/807721.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/6520817 Temptation,Jesus,Son of God,Shems Sun, 20 Jan 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Luke's account continues with the description of the temptation of Jesus in the wilderness. The real issue being tested is this: Is Jesus really the Son of God? Luke's account continues with the description of the temptation of Jesus in the wilderness. The real issue being tested is this: Is Jesus really the Son of God? Luke's account continues with the description of the temptation of Jesus in the wilderness. The real issue being tested is this: Is Jesus really the Son of God? … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/6520817/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_temptation/id/125265 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/6520817 Temptation,Jesus,Son of God,Shems Sun, 13 Jan 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In Luke's account, we read of the baptism of Jesus by John. What was John doing and why was Jesus participating? Did Jesus need to undergo a baptism of "repentance for the forgiveness of sins?" How do these acts by John and Jesus work into our understanding of baptism today and what does baptism call us to be and do? In Luke's account, we read of the baptism of Jesus by John. What was John doing and why was Jesus participating? Did Jesus need to undergo a baptism of "repentance for the forgiveness of sins?" How do these acts by John and Jesus work into our understanding of baptism today and what does baptism call us to be and do? In Luke's account, we read of the baptism of Jesus by John. What was John doing and why was Jesus participating? Did Jesus need to undergo a baptism of "repentance for the forgiveness of sins?" How do these acts by John and Jesus work into our underst… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/6377799/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_baptismthenandnow/id/125264 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/6377799 Baptism,John the Baptist,Jesus,Sacraments, Scripture: Luke 3:1-3:22 Sun, 06 Jan 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In Luke's Gospel the account of Simeon and Anna in the Temple illustrates for us the concept of "epiphany." Epiphanies happen today but perhaps we are too busy or too distracted to notice them. In Luke's Gospel the account of Simeon and Anna in the Temple illustrates for us the concept of "epiphany." Epiphanies happen today but perhaps we are too busy or too distracted to notice them. In Luke's Gospel the account of Simeon and Anna in the Temple illustrates for us the concept of "epiphany." Epiphanies happen today but perhaps we are too busy or too distracted to notice them. … Julian A. Davies 1632 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/6256999/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_epiphanieshappen/id/807720.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/6256999 Epiphany,Simeon,Anna,Temple, Custom categories: Topic: Epiphany Sun, 06 Jan 2013 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In Luke's Gospel the account of Simeon and Anna in the Temple illustrates for us the concept of "epiphany." Epiphanies happen today but perhaps we are too busy or too distracted to notice them. In Luke's Gospel the account of Simeon and Anna in the Temple illustrates for us the concept of "epiphany." Epiphanies happen today but perhaps we are too busy or too distracted to notice them. In Luke's Gospel the account of Simeon and Anna in the Temple illustrates for us the concept of "epiphany." Epiphanies happen today but perhaps we are too busy or too distracted to notice them. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/6256999/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_epiphanieshappen/id/125263 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/6256999 Epiphany,Simeon,Anna,Temple, Custom categories: Topic: Epiphany Sun, 30 Dec 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As the New Year approaches we remind ourselves of the nature of the Biblical covenants and, especially, the centrality of the New Covenant to Christian life. As the New Year approaches we remind ourselves of the nature of the Biblical covenants and, especially, the centrality of the New Covenant to Christian life. As the New Year approaches we remind ourselves of the nature of the Biblical covenants and, especially, the centrality of the New Covenant to Christian life. … Julian A. Davies 1590 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/6126063/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_covenants/id/807719.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/6126063 Covenant,New Covenant,Jesus,New Birth Sun, 30 Dec 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As the New Year approaches we remind ourselves of the nature of the Biblical covenants and, especially, the centrality of the New Covenant to Christian life. As the New Year approaches we remind ourselves of the nature of the Biblical covenants and, especially, the centrality of the New Covenant to Christian life. As the New Year approaches we remind ourselves of the nature of the Biblical covenants and, especially, the centrality of the New Covenant to Christian life. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/6126063/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_covenants/id/125262 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/6126063 Covenant,New Covenant,Jesus,New Birth Mon, 24 Dec 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this eve of Christmas we look at Luke's narrative and see the fragile nature of the story of Jesus. This fragile, delicate story now rests in our hands as we seek to be the Body of Christ in the world today. On this eve of Christmas we look at Luke's narrative and see the fragile nature of the story of Jesus. This fragile, delicate story now rests in our hands as we seek to be the Body of Christ in the world today. On this eve of Christmas we look at Luke's narrative and see the fragile nature of the story of Jesus. This fragile, delicate story now rests in our hands as we seek to be the Body of Christ in the world today.… Julian A. Davies 1279 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/6107117/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_achildisborn/id/807718.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/6107117 Christ,Christmas Sun, 23 Dec 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As Advent draws to a close, Luke's narrative returns to an account of Zechariah and Elizabeth, and the birth of John. In Zechariah's Benedictus, we see how Zechariah understands what is happening. He speaks of redemption and salvation in terms of freedom. The freedom to love and serve God is being made real in the world in a whole new way! As Advent draws to a close, Luke's narrative returns to an account of Zechariah and Elizabeth, and the birth of John. In Zechariah's Benedictus, we see how Zechariah understands what is happening. He speaks of redemption and salvation in terms of freedom. The freedom to love and serve God is being made real in the world in a whole new way! As Advent draws to a close, Luke's narrative returns to an account of Zechariah and Elizabeth, and the birth of John. In Zechariah's Benedictus, we see how Zechariah understands what is happening. He speaks of redemption and salvation in terms of freed… Julian A. Davies 1579 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/5999169/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whatthenwillthischildbecome/id/807717.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/5999169 Zechariah,Advent,Freedom,Salvation Sun, 23 Dec 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As Advent draws to a close, Luke's narrative returns to an account of Zechariah and Elizabeth, and the birth of John. In Zechariah's Benedictus, we see how Zechariah understands what is happening. He speaks of redemption and salvation in terms of freedom. The freedom to love and serve God is being made real in the world in a whole new way! As Advent draws to a close, Luke's narrative returns to an account of Zechariah and Elizabeth, and the birth of John. In Zechariah's Benedictus, we see how Zechariah understands what is happening. He speaks of redemption and salvation in terms of freedom. The freedom to love and serve God is being made real in the world in a whole new way! As Advent draws to a close, Luke's narrative returns to an account of Zechariah and Elizabeth, and the birth of John. In Zechariah's Benedictus, we see how Zechariah understands what is happening. He speaks of redemption and salvation in terms of freed… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/5999169/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_whatthenwillthischildbecome/id/125261 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/5999169 Zechariah,Advent,Freedom,Salvation Sun, 16 Dec 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Today we think about the coming of Christ as a child (and born to one barely more than a child herself) into a world where even little children are not safe from brutal violence. We examine Mary's prayer and see how this can guide us to look with hope and trust to a future in which it is truly "on earth as it is in heaven." Today we think about the coming of Christ as a child (and born to one barely more than a child herself) into a world where even little children are not safe from brutal violence. We examine Mary's prayer and see how this can guide us to look with hope and trust to a future in which it is truly "on earth as it is in heaven." Today we think about the coming of Christ as a child (and born to one barely more than a child herself) into a world where even little children are not safe from brutal violence. We examine Mary's prayer and see how this can guide us to look with hope … Julian A. Davies 1341 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/5868752/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_gratitude/id/807716.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/5868752 Mary,Magnificat,Son of God Sun, 16 Dec 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Today we think about the coming of Christ as a child (and born to one barely more than a child herself) into a world where even little children are not safe from brutal violence. We examine Mary's prayer and see how this can guide us to look with hope and trust to a future in which it is truly "on earth as it is in heaven." Today we think about the coming of Christ as a child (and born to one barely more than a child herself) into a world where even little children are not safe from brutal violence. We examine Mary's prayer and see how this can guide us to look with hope and trust to a future in which it is truly "on earth as it is in heaven." Today we think about the coming of Christ as a child (and born to one barely more than a child herself) into a world where even little children are not safe from brutal violence. We examine Mary's prayer and see how this can guide us to look with hope … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/5868752/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_gratitude/id/125260 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/5868752 Mary,Magnificat,Son of God Sun, 09 Dec 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Diana M. Davis We take a look at the story of Mary and her visit from Angel Gabriel. We take a look at the story of Mary and her visit from Angel Gabriel. We take a look at the story of Mary and her visit from Angel Gabriel.… Diana M. Davis 1423 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/5755625/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_donotbeafraid/id/807715.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/5755625 doubt,how,peace,trust, Custom categories: Pastor : Diana M. Davis Sun, 02 Dec 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we light the Candle of Hope in our Advent wreath, we look at Luke's accounts of hope coming into the world: the first spark with the birth of John and the ongoing light with the birth of Jesus. Like newly born infants, hope needs to be fed, nurtured and sustained in order to grow and flourish in the world. We look at ways in which we can do exactly that during Advent and Christmas this year. As we light the Candle of Hope in our Advent wreath, we look at Luke's accounts of hope coming into the world: the first spark with the birth of John and the ongoing light with the birth of Jesus. Like newly born infants, hope needs to be fed, nurtured and sustained in order to grow and flourish in the world. We look at ways in which we can do exactly that during Advent and Christmas this year. As we light the Candle of Hope in our Advent wreath, we look at Luke's accounts of hope coming into the world: the first spark with the birth of John and the ongoing light with the birth of Jesus. Like newly born infants, hope needs to be fed, nurtured… Julian A. Davies 1845 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/5607442/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_makingtheimpossiblepossible/id/807714.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/5607442 Hope,Advent,John the Baptist,Elizabeth Sun, 02 Dec 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we light the Candle of Hope in our Advent wreath, we look at Luke's accounts of hope coming into the world: the first spark with the birth of John and the ongoing light with the birth of Jesus. Like newly born infants, hope needs to be fed, nurtured and sustained in order to grow and flourish in the world. We look at ways in which we can do exactly that during Advent and Christmas this year. As we light the Candle of Hope in our Advent wreath, we look at Luke's accounts of hope coming into the world: the first spark with the birth of John and the ongoing light with the birth of Jesus. Like newly born infants, hope needs to be fed, nurtured and sustained in order to grow and flourish in the world. We look at ways in which we can do exactly that during Advent and Christmas this year. As we light the Candle of Hope in our Advent wreath, we look at Luke's accounts of hope coming into the world: the first spark with the birth of John and the ongoing light with the birth of Jesus. Like newly born infants, hope needs to be fed, nurtured… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/5607442/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_makingtheimpossiblepossible/id/125259 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/5607442 Hope,Advent,John the Baptist,Elizabeth Sun, 25 Nov 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Paul invites his readers to, "Consider your own call." The concept of call in the Biblical narrative is multifaceted. Primarily, it is a call by Someone and only secondarily a call to do something, somewhere. When we confuse the Someone with the something and somewhere, various distortions occur. We begin to look at Advent and Christmas through the lens of being a people called by Someone. [With thanks to Os Guinness for the Someone, something, somewhere terminology]. Paul invites his readers to, "Consider your own call." The concept of call in the Biblical narrative is multifaceted. Primarily, it is a call by Someone and only secondarily a call to do something, somewhere. When we confuse the Someone with the something and somewhere, various distortions occur. We begin to look at Advent and Christmas through the lens of being a people called by Someone. [With thanks to Os Guinness for the Someone, something, somewhere terminology]. Paul invites his readers to, "Consider your own call." The concept of call in the Biblical narrative is multifaceted. Primarily, it is a call by Someone and only secondarily a call to do something, somewhere. When we confuse the Someone with the someth… Julian A. Davies 1244 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/5446183/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_consideryourowncall/id/807713.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/5446183 Church,Call,Vocation Sun, 25 Nov 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Paul invites his readers to, "Consider your own call." The concept of call in the Biblical narrative is multifaceted. Primarily, it is a call by Someone and only secondarily a call to do something, somewhere. When we confuse the Someone with the something and somewhere, various distortions occur. We begin to look at Advent and Christmas through the lens of being a people called by Someone. [With thanks to Os Guinness for the Someone, something, somewhere terminology]. Paul invites his readers to, "Consider your own call." The concept of call in the Biblical narrative is multifaceted. Primarily, it is a call by Someone and only secondarily a call to do something, somewhere. When we confuse the Someone with the something and somewhere, various distortions occur. We begin to look at Advent and Christmas through the lens of being a people called by Someone. [With thanks to Os Guinness for the Someone, something, somewhere terminology]. Paul invites his readers to, "Consider your own call." The concept of call in the Biblical narrative is multifaceted. Primarily, it is a call by Someone and only secondarily a call to do something, somewhere. When we confuse the Someone with the someth… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/5446183/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_consideryourowncall/id/125258 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/5446183 Church,Call,Vocation Sun, 18 Nov 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Paul shows how the message about the cross - a stumbling block to Jews and foolishness to gentiles - is actually the power to save all people. He relates the message in a way that connects with the past, present and future of his audience, and this challenges us to do the same today. Paul shows how the message about the cross - a stumbling block to Jews and foolishness to gentiles - is actually the power to save all people. He relates the message in a way that connects with the past, present and future of his audience, and this challenges us to do the same today. Paul shows how the message about the cross - a stumbling block to Jews and foolishness to gentiles - is actually the power to save all people. He relates the message in a way that connects with the past, present and future of his audience, and this cha… Julian A. Davies 1493 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/5281555/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_godsfoolishness/id/807712.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/5281555 Cross,Paul,Corinth,Foolishness Sun, 18 Nov 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Paul shows how the message about the cross - a stumbling block to Jews and foolishness to gentiles - is actually the power to save all people. He relates the message in a way that connects with the past, present and future of his audience, and this challenges us to do the same today. Paul shows how the message about the cross - a stumbling block to Jews and foolishness to gentiles - is actually the power to save all people. He relates the message in a way that connects with the past, present and future of his audience, and this challenges us to do the same today. Paul shows how the message about the cross - a stumbling block to Jews and foolishness to gentiles - is actually the power to save all people. He relates the message in a way that connects with the past, present and future of his audience, and this cha… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/5281555/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_godsfoolishness/id/125257 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/5281555 Cross,Paul,Corinth,Foolishness Sun, 11 Nov 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In his letter to the Corinthian church, Paul identifies unity and clarity of purpose as two of the key issues that need to be addressed in the life of this community. We look at our own community and examine ourselves in the light of Paul's words. How do we measure up when it comes to unity and clarity of purpose? In his letter to the Corinthian church, Paul identifies unity and clarity of purpose as two of the key issues that need to be addressed in the life of this community. We look at our own community and examine ourselves in the light of Paul's words. How do we measure up when it comes to unity and clarity of purpose? In his letter to the Corinthian church, Paul identifies unity and clarity of purpose as two of the key issues that need to be addressed in the life of this community. We look at our own community and examine ourselves in the light of Paul's words. How … Julian A. Davies 1612 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/5154632/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_toproclaimthegospel/id/807711.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/5154632 Paul,Corinth,Church,Mission Sun, 11 Nov 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In his letter to the Corinthian church, Paul identifies unity and clarity of purpose as two of the key issues that need to be addressed in the life of this community. We look at our own community and examine ourselves in the light of Paul's words. How do we measure up when it comes to unity and clarity of purpose? In his letter to the Corinthian church, Paul identifies unity and clarity of purpose as two of the key issues that need to be addressed in the life of this community. We look at our own community and examine ourselves in the light of Paul's words. How do we measure up when it comes to unity and clarity of purpose? In his letter to the Corinthian church, Paul identifies unity and clarity of purpose as two of the key issues that need to be addressed in the life of this community. We look at our own community and examine ourselves in the light of Paul's words. How … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/5154632/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_toproclaimthegospel/id/125256 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/5154632 Paul,Corinth,Church,Mission Sun, 04 Nov 2012 00:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we examine the early Corinthian church and how it fared in its efforts to follow the teachings of Jesus we are drawn to ask the same question of our church today: How well are we following Jesus' teachings? What could we be doing better and is there hope for a more Christocentric future? As we examine the early Corinthian church and how it fared in its efforts to follow the teachings of Jesus we are drawn to ask the same question of our church today: How well are we following Jesus' teachings? What could we be doing better and is there hope for a more Christocentric future? As we examine the early Corinthian church and how it fared in its efforts to follow the teachings of Jesus we are drawn to ask the same question of our church today: How well are we following Jesus' teachings? What could we be doing better and is ther… Julian A. Davies 1856 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/5029661/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_calledtobesaints/id/807710.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/5029661 Corinth,Paul,Jesus,Church Sun, 21 Oct 2012 00:00:00 +0000 Diana M. Davis Today we look at some practical advice from the letter to the Ephesians about how we should behave, as Christians, with one another. Topic: Communication Today we look at some practical advice from the letter to the Ephesians about how we should behave, as Christians, with one another. Topic: Communication Today we look at some practical advice from the letter to the Ephesians about how we should behave, as Christians, with one another. Topic: Communication… Diana M. Davis 1318 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906917/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_speaktruthbeassertiveitsbiblic/id/807709.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906917 Speak,Communication,Anger,Love, Custom categories: Pastor : Diana M. Davis Sun, 14 Oct 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the conclusion to the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus re-emphasizes the importance of not simply hearing his words but also acting upon them in the world. The underlying message is shocking in its simplicity: Love like Jesus loved. In the conclusion to the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus re-emphasizes the importance of not simply hearing his words but also acting upon them in the world. The underlying message is shocking in its simplicity: Love like Jesus loved. In the conclusion to the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus re-emphasizes the importance of not simply hearing his words but also acting upon them in the world. The underlying message is shocking in its simplicity: Love like Jesus loved. … Julian A. Davies 1260 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906916/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_foundedonrock/id/807708.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906916 Golden Rule,Great commandment,Great Commission,Sermon on the Mount, Scripture: Matthew 7:21-7:27 Sun, 14 Oct 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the conclusion to the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus re-emphasizes the importance of not simply hearing his words but also acting upon them in the world. The underlying message is shocking in its simplicity: Love like Jesus loved. In the conclusion to the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus re-emphasizes the importance of not simply hearing his words but also acting upon them in the world. The underlying message is shocking in its simplicity: Love like Jesus loved. In the conclusion to the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus re-emphasizes the importance of not simply hearing his words but also acting upon them in the world. The underlying message is shocking in its simplicity: Love like Jesus loved. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906916/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_foundedonrock/id/125254 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906916 Golden Rule,Great commandment,Great Commission,Sermon on the Mount, Scripture: Matthew 7:21-7:27 Sun, 07 Oct 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies At this point in the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus speaks against false prophets. True prophets share a number of characteristics in the Biblical narrative and one of them is speaking out against injustice. We examine how we can collude with "false prophets" simply by remaining silent in the face of injustice and oppression. At this point in the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus speaks against false prophets. True prophets share a number of characteristics in the Biblical narrative and one of them is speaking out against injustice. We examine how we can collude with "false prophets" simply by remaining silent in the face of injustice and oppression. At this point in the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus speaks against false prophets. True prophets share a number of characteristics in the Biblical narrative and one of them is speaking out against injustice. We examine how we can collude with "false prop… Julian A. Davies 1387 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906915/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_falseprophets/id/807707.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906915 Sermon on the Mount,Jesus,Prophets,Injustice Sun, 07 Oct 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies At this point in the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus speaks against false prophets. True prophets share a number of characteristics in the Biblical narrative and one of them is speaking out against injustice. We examine how we can collude with "false prophets" simply by remaining silent in the face of injustice and oppression. At this point in the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus speaks against false prophets. True prophets share a number of characteristics in the Biblical narrative and one of them is speaking out against injustice. We examine how we can collude with "false prophets" simply by remaining silent in the face of injustice and oppression. At this point in the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus speaks against false prophets. True prophets share a number of characteristics in the Biblical narrative and one of them is speaking out against injustice. We examine how we can collude with "false prop… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906915/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_falseprophets/id/125253 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906915 Sermon on the Mount,Jesus,Prophets,Injustice Sun, 30 Sep 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Jesus describes two paths in life: one is worthwhile but not so easy, the other is easy but not so worthwhile. He makes clear a way of life that is God-centered and embracing of both the self and others. Let's see how our own lives line up with these teachings of Jesus. Jesus describes two paths in life: one is worthwhile but not so easy, the other is easy but not so worthwhile. He makes clear a way of life that is God-centered and embracing of both the self and others. Let's see how our own lives line up with these teachings of Jesus. Jesus describes two paths in life: one is worthwhile but not so easy, the other is easy but not so worthwhile. He makes clear a way of life that is God-centered and embracing of both the self and others. Let's see how our own lives line up with these … Julian A. Davies 1583 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906914/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thenarrowgate/id/807706.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906914 Sermon on the Mount,Jesus,Great commandment,Golden Rule Sun, 30 Sep 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Jesus describes two paths in life: one is worthwhile but not so easy, the other is easy but not so worthwhile. He makes clear a way of life that is God-centered and embracing of both the self and others. Let's see how our own lives line up with these teachings of Jesus. Jesus describes two paths in life: one is worthwhile but not so easy, the other is easy but not so worthwhile. He makes clear a way of life that is God-centered and embracing of both the self and others. Let's see how our own lives line up with these teachings of Jesus. Jesus describes two paths in life: one is worthwhile but not so easy, the other is easy but not so worthwhile. He makes clear a way of life that is God-centered and embracing of both the self and others. Let's see how our own lives line up with these … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906914/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thenarrowgate/id/125252 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906914 Sermon on the Mount,Jesus,Great commandment,Golden Rule Sun, 23 Sep 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Jesus provides guidelines for how we should interact with each other, culminating in the Golden Rule, which he describes as summarizing the entirety of the law and the prophets. Jesus sets a high standard for our interactions with each other. Jesus provides guidelines for how we should interact with each other, culminating in the Golden Rule, which he describes as summarizing the entirety of the law and the prophets. Jesus sets a high standard for our interactions with each other. Jesus provides guidelines for how we should interact with each other, culminating in the Golden Rule, which he describes as summarizing the entirety of the law and the prophets. Jesus sets a high standard for our interactions with each other.… Julian A. Davies 1474 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906913/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thelawandtheprophets/id/807705.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906913 Sermon on the Mount,Jesus,Golden Rule,Law Sun, 23 Sep 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Jesus provides guidelines for how we should interact with each other, culminating in the Golden Rule, which he describes as summarizing the entirety of the law and the prophets. Jesus sets a high standard for our interactions with each other. Jesus provides guidelines for how we should interact with each other, culminating in the Golden Rule, which he describes as summarizing the entirety of the law and the prophets. Jesus sets a high standard for our interactions with each other. Jesus provides guidelines for how we should interact with each other, culminating in the Golden Rule, which he describes as summarizing the entirety of the law and the prophets. Jesus sets a high standard for our interactions with each other.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906913/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thelawandtheprophets/id/125251 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906913 Sermon on the Mount,Jesus,Golden Rule,Law Sun, 16 Sep 2012 00:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies After his warning that a person cannot serve both God and mammon (wealth), Jesus moves directly to consideration of the other great distraction that can ruin a person's life: worry! He suggests strategies for dealing with excessive worrying that move beyond the catchy saying, "Don't worry. Be happy." After his warning that a person cannot serve both God and mammon (wealth), Jesus moves directly to consideration of the other great distraction that can ruin a person's life: worry! He suggests strategies for dealing with excessive worrying that move beyond the catchy saying, "Don't worry. Be happy." After his warning that a person cannot serve both God and mammon (wealth), Jesus moves directly to consideration of the other great distraction that can ruin a person's life: worry! He suggests strategies for dealing with excessive worrying that move … Julian A. Davies 1401 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906912/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_noonecanservetwomasters/id/807704.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906912 Sermon on the Mount,Jesus,Worry,Holiness Sun, 16 Sep 2012 00:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies After his warning that a person cannot serve both God and mammon (wealth), Jesus moves directly to consideration of the other great distraction that can ruin a person's life: worry! He suggests strategies for dealing with excessive worrying that move beyond the catchy saying, "Don't worry. Be happy." After his warning that a person cannot serve both God and mammon (wealth), Jesus moves directly to consideration of the other great distraction that can ruin a person's life: worry! He suggests strategies for dealing with excessive worrying that move beyond the catchy saying, "Don't worry. Be happy." After his warning that a person cannot serve both God and mammon (wealth), Jesus moves directly to consideration of the other great distraction that can ruin a person's life: worry! He suggests strategies for dealing with excessive worrying that move … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906912/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_noonecanservetwomasters/id/125250 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906912 Sermon on the Mount,Jesus,Worry,Holiness Sun, 09 Sep 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies When Jesus teaches about money, these teachings are actually about the Kingdom of God. How we view people with money and people who have none, says a lot about how we see the world and whether or not the teachings of Jesus have impacted us. When Jesus teaches about money, these teachings are actually about the Kingdom of God. How we view people with money and people who have none, says a lot about how we see the world and whether or not the teachings of Jesus have impacted us. When Jesus teaches about money, these teachings are actually about the Kingdom of God. How we view people with money and people who have none, says a lot about how we see the world and whether or not the teachings of Jesus have impacted us.… Julian A. Davies 2040 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906911/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_treasuresinheaven/id/807703.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906911 Sermon on the Mount,Jesus,Money,Kingdom of God, Scripture: Matthew 6:19-6:23 Sun, 09 Sep 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies When Jesus teaches about money, these teachings are actually about the Kingdom of God. How we view people with money and people who have none, says a lot about how we see the world and whether or not the teachings of Jesus have impacted us. When Jesus teaches about money, these teachings are actually about the Kingdom of God. How we view people with money and people who have none, says a lot about how we see the world and whether or not the teachings of Jesus have impacted us. When Jesus teaches about money, these teachings are actually about the Kingdom of God. How we view people with money and people who have none, says a lot about how we see the world and whether or not the teachings of Jesus have impacted us.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906911/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_treasuresinheaven/id/125249 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906911 Sermon on the Mount,Jesus,Money,Kingdom of God, Scripture: Matthew 6:19-6:23 Sun, 02 Sep 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Jesus talks about fasting alongside prayer and alms-giving with an assumption that people simply fast! Today the connection between fasting and prayer and alms-giving might seem a little remote until we approach the subject in the way that Jesus does. Jesus talks about fasting alongside prayer and alms-giving with an assumption that people simply fast! Today the connection between fasting and prayer and alms-giving might seem a little remote until we approach the subject in the way that Jesus does. Jesus talks about fasting alongside prayer and alms-giving with an assumption that people simply fast! Today the connection between fasting and prayer and alms-giving might seem a little remote until we approach the subject in the way that Jesus does.… Julian A. Davies 1820 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906910/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_fasting/id/807702.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906910 Sermon on the Mount,Jesus,Fasting,Atonement Sun, 02 Sep 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Jesus talks about fasting alongside prayer and alms-giving with an assumption that people simply fast! Today the connection between fasting and prayer and alms-giving might seem a little remote until we approach the subject in the way that Jesus does. Jesus talks about fasting alongside prayer and alms-giving with an assumption that people simply fast! Today the connection between fasting and prayer and alms-giving might seem a little remote until we approach the subject in the way that Jesus does. Jesus talks about fasting alongside prayer and alms-giving with an assumption that people simply fast! Today the connection between fasting and prayer and alms-giving might seem a little remote until we approach the subject in the way that Jesus does.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906910/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_fasting/id/125248 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906910 Sermon on the Mount,Jesus,Fasting,Atonement Sun, 26 Aug 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Jesus continues the Sermon on the Mount with words on alms-giving, prayer and fasting. We look especially at the sections on alms-giving and prayer (fasting will be our subject next week) and we examine the Lord's Prayer. We see how Jesus provides in this prayer an example of how motivation, authenticity and involvement are central to piety. We see how the prayer looks to those who are active participants with God in building the Kingdom of Heaven. It is a prayer for participants, not spectators! Jesus continues the Sermon on the Mount with words on alms-giving, prayer and fasting. We look especially at the sections on alms-giving and prayer (fasting will be our subject next week) and we examine the Lord's Prayer. We see how Jesus provides in this prayer an example of how motivation, authenticity and involvement are central to piety. We see how the prayer looks to those who are active participants with God in building the Kingdom of Heaven. It is a prayer for participants, not spectators! Jesus continues the Sermon on the Mount with words on alms-giving, prayer and fasting. We look especially at the sections on alms-giving and prayer (fasting will be our subject next week) and we examine the Lord's Prayer. We see how Jesus provides in … Julian A. Davies 2366 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906909/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_praying/id/807701.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906909 Sermon on the Mount,Prayer,Alms-giving,Kingdom of Heaven Sun, 26 Aug 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Jesus continues the Sermon on the Mount with words on alms-giving, prayer and fasting. We look especially at the sections on alms-giving and prayer (fasting will be our subject next week) and we examine the Lord's Prayer. We see how Jesus provides in this prayer an example of how motivation, authenticity and involvement are central to piety. We see how the prayer looks to those who are active participants with God in building the Kingdom of Heaven. It is a prayer for participants, not spectators! Jesus continues the Sermon on the Mount with words on alms-giving, prayer and fasting. We look especially at the sections on alms-giving and prayer (fasting will be our subject next week) and we examine the Lord's Prayer. We see how Jesus provides in this prayer an example of how motivation, authenticity and involvement are central to piety. We see how the prayer looks to those who are active participants with God in building the Kingdom of Heaven. It is a prayer for participants, not spectators! Jesus continues the Sermon on the Mount with words on alms-giving, prayer and fasting. We look especially at the sections on alms-giving and prayer (fasting will be our subject next week) and we examine the Lord's Prayer. We see how Jesus provides in … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906909/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_praying/id/125247 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906909 Sermon on the Mount,Prayer,Alms-giving,Kingdom of Heaven Sun, 19 Aug 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In this section of "The Sermon On The Mount," Jesus shows how to relate the Torah, the story of the people of Israel, his own life and teaching, and the Kingdom of Heaven. If we are to treat seriously the narrative of Hebrew Scripture then these words of Jesus will show us how to encounter the Torah and the overarching story of the people of Israel. In this section of "The Sermon On The Mount," Jesus shows how to relate the Torah, the story of the people of Israel, his own life and teaching, and the Kingdom of Heaven. If we are to treat seriously the narrative of Hebrew Scripture then these words of Jesus will show us how to encounter the Torah and the overarching story of the people of Israel. In this section of "The Sermon On The Mount," Jesus shows how to relate the Torah, the story of the people of Israel, his own life and teaching, and the Kingdom of Heaven. If we are to treat seriously the narrative of Hebrew Scripture then these words… Julian A. Davies 1202 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906908/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_fulfillingthelaw/id/807700.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906908 Sermon on the Mount,Torah,Kingdom of Heaven,Jesus Sun, 19 Aug 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In this section of "The Sermon On The Mount," Jesus shows how to relate the Torah, the story of the people of Israel, his own life and teaching, and the Kingdom of Heaven. If we are to treat seriously the narrative of Hebrew Scripture then these words of Jesus will show us how to encounter the Torah and the overarching story of the people of Israel. In this section of "The Sermon On The Mount," Jesus shows how to relate the Torah, the story of the people of Israel, his own life and teaching, and the Kingdom of Heaven. If we are to treat seriously the narrative of Hebrew Scripture then these words of Jesus will show us how to encounter the Torah and the overarching story of the people of Israel. In this section of "The Sermon On The Mount," Jesus shows how to relate the Torah, the story of the people of Israel, his own life and teaching, and the Kingdom of Heaven. If we are to treat seriously the narrative of Hebrew Scripture then these words… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906908/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_fulfillingthelaw/id/125246 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906908 Sermon on the Mount,Torah,Kingdom of Heaven,Jesus Sun, 12 Aug 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Following the beatitudes (makarisms), Jesus presents two new images: salt and light. He tells his listeners that they are "the salt of the earth" and "the light of the world." What could he have had in mind? How do the images of salt and light function in the narrative and how can these images guide us in our discipleship today? Following the beatitudes (makarisms), Jesus presents two new images: salt and light. He tells his listeners that they are "the salt of the earth" and "the light of the world." What could he have had in mind? How do the images of salt and light function in the narrative and how can these images guide us in our discipleship today? Following the beatitudes (makarisms), Jesus presents two new images: salt and light. He tells his listeners that they are "the salt of the earth" and "the light of the world." What could he have had in mind? How do the images of salt and light functi… Julian A. Davies 1922 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906907/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_saltandlight/id/807699.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906907 Sermon on the Mount,Salt,Light,Discipleship Sun, 12 Aug 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Following the beatitudes (makarisms), Jesus presents two new images: salt and light. He tells his listeners that they are "the salt of the earth" and "the light of the world." What could he have had in mind? How do the images of salt and light function in the narrative and how can these images guide us in our discipleship today? Following the beatitudes (makarisms), Jesus presents two new images: salt and light. He tells his listeners that they are "the salt of the earth" and "the light of the world." What could he have had in mind? How do the images of salt and light function in the narrative and how can these images guide us in our discipleship today? Following the beatitudes (makarisms), Jesus presents two new images: salt and light. He tells his listeners that they are "the salt of the earth" and "the light of the world." What could he have had in mind? How do the images of salt and light functi… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906907/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_saltandlight/id/125245 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906907 Sermon on the Mount,Salt,Light,Discipleship Sun, 05 Aug 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we complete our examination of the makarisms (beatitudes) of Jesus, we see the interconnectedness of his teaching and his focus on bringing shalom to the world. The goal of shalom is laid before us as we each live our daily lives, recalling the extent to which Jesus went to ensure that his message to us is taken seriously. As we complete our examination of the makarisms (beatitudes) of Jesus, we see the interconnectedness of his teaching and his focus on bringing shalom to the world. The goal of shalom is laid before us as we each live our daily lives, recalling the extent to which Jesus went to ensure that his message to us is taken seriously. As we complete our examination of the makarisms (beatitudes) of Jesus, we see the interconnectedness of his teaching and his focus on bringing shalom to the world. The goal of shalom is laid before us as we each live our daily lives, recalling the exte… Julian A. Davies 1578 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906906/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_seeinggod/id/807698.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906906 Sermon on the Mount,Beatitude,Makarism,Shalom, Scripture: Matthew 5:8-5:12 Sun, 05 Aug 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we complete our examination of the makarisms (beatitudes) of Jesus, we see the interconnectedness of his teaching and his focus on bringing shalom to the world. The goal of shalom is laid before us as we each live our daily lives, recalling the extent to which Jesus went to ensure that his message to us is taken seriously. As we complete our examination of the makarisms (beatitudes) of Jesus, we see the interconnectedness of his teaching and his focus on bringing shalom to the world. The goal of shalom is laid before us as we each live our daily lives, recalling the extent to which Jesus went to ensure that his message to us is taken seriously. As we complete our examination of the makarisms (beatitudes) of Jesus, we see the interconnectedness of his teaching and his focus on bringing shalom to the world. The goal of shalom is laid before us as we each live our daily lives, recalling the exte… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906906/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_seeinggod/id/125244 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906906 Sermon on the Mount,Beatitude,Makarism,Shalom, Scripture: Matthew 5:8-5:12 Sun, 29 Jul 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we continue to explore the makarisms (beatitudes) of Jesus, we discover his message to the oppressed, marginalized and impoverished people of his day. How could they cope and retain their dignity under conditions of brutal oppression? As we continue to explore the makarisms (beatitudes) of Jesus, we discover his message to the oppressed, marginalized and impoverished people of his day. How could they cope and retain their dignity under conditions of brutal oppression? As we continue to explore the makarisms (beatitudes) of Jesus, we discover his message to the oppressed, marginalized and impoverished people of his day. How could they cope and retain their dignity under conditions of brutal oppression? … Julian A. Davies 2114 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906905/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_inheritance/id/807697.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906905 Makarism,Beatitude,Sermon on the Mount,Resistance, Scripture: Matthew 5:5-5:7 Sun, 29 Jul 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we continue to explore the makarisms (beatitudes) of Jesus, we discover his message to the oppressed, marginalized and impoverished people of his day. How could they cope and retain their dignity under conditions of brutal oppression? As we continue to explore the makarisms (beatitudes) of Jesus, we discover his message to the oppressed, marginalized and impoverished people of his day. How could they cope and retain their dignity under conditions of brutal oppression? As we continue to explore the makarisms (beatitudes) of Jesus, we discover his message to the oppressed, marginalized and impoverished people of his day. How could they cope and retain their dignity under conditions of brutal oppression? … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906905/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_inheritance/id/125243 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906905 Makarism,Beatitude,Sermon on the Mount,Resistance, Scripture: Matthew 5:5-5:7 Sun, 22 Jul 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies We follow Jesus up a mountain, to the place where heaven and earth meet, and explore the strange world of the beatitudes. Does being "poor in spirit" sound like a blessing? How about being in mourning? Only in the upside down, inside out world of the beatitudes. We follow Jesus up a mountain, to the place where heaven and earth meet, and explore the strange world of the beatitudes. Does being "poor in spirit" sound like a blessing? How about being in mourning? Only in the upside down, inside out world of the beatitudes. We follow Jesus up a mountain, to the place where heaven and earth meet, and explore the strange world of the beatitudes. Does being "poor in spirit" sound like a blessing? How about being in mourning? Only in the upside down, inside out world of the… Julian A. Davies 1606 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906904/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_upthemountain/id/807696.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906904 Beatitude,Makarism,Sermon on the Mount,Kingdom of Heaven Sun, 22 Jul 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies We follow Jesus up a mountain, to the place where heaven and earth meet, and explore the strange world of the beatitudes. Does being "poor in spirit" sound like a blessing? How about being in mourning? Only in the upside down, inside out world of the beatitudes. We follow Jesus up a mountain, to the place where heaven and earth meet, and explore the strange world of the beatitudes. Does being "poor in spirit" sound like a blessing? How about being in mourning? Only in the upside down, inside out world of the beatitudes. We follow Jesus up a mountain, to the place where heaven and earth meet, and explore the strange world of the beatitudes. Does being "poor in spirit" sound like a blessing? How about being in mourning? Only in the upside down, inside out world of the… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906904/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_upthemountain/id/125242 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906904 Beatitude,Makarism,Sermon on the Mount,Kingdom of Heaven Sun, 15 Jul 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Diana M. Davis Last week we looked at the first part of the great commandment. This week, we look at the second part, loving your neighbor as yourself. Last week we looked at the first part of the great commandment. This week, we look at the second part, loving your neighbor as yourself. Last week we looked at the first part of the great commandment. This week, we look at the second part, loving your neighbor as yourself.… Diana M. Davis 1201 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906903/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thegreatcommandment/id/807695.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906903 love,neighbor,great,commandment, Scripture: Leviticus 19:16-19:18 Sun, 08 Jul 2012 00:00:00 +0000 Diana M. Davis Taking a look at a likely well-known section of scripture from Matthew. Taking a look at a likely well-known section of scripture from Matthew. Taking a look at a likely well-known section of scripture from Matthew.… Diana M. Davis 1031 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906902/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thegreatcommandment/id/807694.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906902 Commandment,Love,God,Jesus Sun, 01 Jul 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the fifth chapter of the Epistle of James, we see the author take to task the rich who exploit the poor and who use illegal means for the unfettered pursuit of wealth. Such exploitation continues today and the quest for social holiness calls us into action. In the fifth chapter of the Epistle of James, we see the author take to task the rich who exploit the poor and who use illegal means for the unfettered pursuit of wealth. Such exploitation continues today and the quest for social holiness calls us into action. In the fifth chapter of the Epistle of James, we see the author take to task the rich who exploit the poor and who use illegal means for the unfettered pursuit of wealth. Such exploitation continues today and the quest for social holiness calls us int… Julian A. Davies 1898 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906901/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_richpoor/id/807693.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906901 Wealth,Exploitation,Farm Bill,Agriculture Sun, 01 Jul 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the fifth chapter of the Epistle of James, we see the author take to task the rich who exploit the poor and who use illegal means for the unfettered pursuit of wealth. Such exploitation continues today and the quest for social holiness calls us into action. In the fifth chapter of the Epistle of James, we see the author take to task the rich who exploit the poor and who use illegal means for the unfettered pursuit of wealth. Such exploitation continues today and the quest for social holiness calls us into action. In the fifth chapter of the Epistle of James, we see the author take to task the rich who exploit the poor and who use illegal means for the unfettered pursuit of wealth. Such exploitation continues today and the quest for social holiness calls us int… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906901/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_richpoor/id/125241 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906901 Wealth,Exploitation,Farm Bill,Agriculture Sun, 24 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In his challenge to the plans of his audience for today and tomorrow, James reminds us that we are not only responsible for what we do, we are also responsible for what we don't do. When we don't act, when we don't speak up, when we don't do what we know is right then we fail to live the way we ought. In his challenge to the plans of his audience for today and tomorrow, James reminds us that we are not only responsible for what we do, we are also responsible for what we don't do. When we don't act, when we don't speak up, when we don't do what we know is right then we fail to live the way we ought. In his challenge to the plans of his audience for today and tomorrow, James reminds us that we are not only responsible for what we do, we are also responsible for what we don't do. When we don't act, when we don't speak up, when we don't do what we kn… Julian A. Davies 1295 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906900/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_todaytomorrow/id/807692.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906900 Sin,Responsibility,Accountability,John Wesley Sun, 24 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In his challenge to the plans of his audience for today and tomorrow, James reminds us that we are not only responsible for what we do, we are also responsible for what we don't do. When we don't act, when we don't speak up, when we don't do what we know is right then we fail to live the way we ought. In his challenge to the plans of his audience for today and tomorrow, James reminds us that we are not only responsible for what we do, we are also responsible for what we don't do. When we don't act, when we don't speak up, when we don't do what we know is right then we fail to live the way we ought. In his challenge to the plans of his audience for today and tomorrow, James reminds us that we are not only responsible for what we do, we are also responsible for what we don't do. When we don't act, when we don't speak up, when we don't do what we kn… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906900/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_todaytomorrow/id/125240 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906900 Sin,Responsibility,Accountability,John Wesley Sun, 17 Jun 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the third chapter of the Epistle of James, we find the author showing us how tricky words can be! He shows us how teachers can teach badly; individuals can praise God and then bully each other, using words to do both! If words can be so difficult to use, how should we teach each other? Perhaps by deeds, linked inseparably to words, and by showing instead of speaking. The combination of word and deed is important to James, as it is in the world today. In the third chapter of the Epistle of James, we find the author showing us how tricky words can be! He shows us how teachers can teach badly; individuals can praise God and then bully each other, using words to do both! If words can be so difficult to use, how should we teach each other? Perhaps by deeds, linked inseparably to words, and by showing instead of speaking. The combination of word and deed is important to James, as it is in the world today. In the third chapter of the Epistle of James, we find the author showing us how tricky words can be! He shows us how teachers can teach badly; individuals can praise God and then bully each other, using words to do both! If words can be so difficult … Julian A. Davies 1354 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906899/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_figsolives/id/807691.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906899 Teach,Works,James,Deeds, Scripture: James 3:11-3:18 Sun, 17 Jun 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the third chapter of the Epistle of James, we find the author showing us how tricky words can be! He shows us how teachers can teach badly; individuals can praise God and then bully each other, using words to do both! If words can be so difficult to use, how should we teach each other? Perhaps by deeds, linked inseparably to words, and by showing instead of speaking. The combination of word and deed is important to James, as it is in the world today. In the third chapter of the Epistle of James, we find the author showing us how tricky words can be! He shows us how teachers can teach badly; individuals can praise God and then bully each other, using words to do both! If words can be so difficult to use, how should we teach each other? Perhaps by deeds, linked inseparably to words, and by showing instead of speaking. The combination of word and deed is important to James, as it is in the world today. In the third chapter of the Epistle of James, we find the author showing us how tricky words can be! He shows us how teachers can teach badly; individuals can praise God and then bully each other, using words to do both! If words can be so difficult … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906899/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_figsolives/id/125239 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906899 Teach,Works,James,Deeds, Scripture: James 3:11-3:18 Sun, 10 Jun 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Do the messages of James and Paul on faith and works really differ? We consider a Wesleyan perspective on Faith and works, seeking be better understand how we might have a faith that works today. Do the messages of James and Paul on faith and works really differ? We consider a Wesleyan perspective on Faith and works, seeking be better understand how we might have a faith that works today. Do the messages of James and Paul on faith and works really differ? We consider a Wesleyan perspective on Faith and works, seeking be better understand how we might have a faith that works today. … Julian A. Davies 1788 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906898/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_faithworks/id/807690.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906898 Faith,Works,James,Paul Sun, 10 Jun 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Do the messages of James and Paul on faith and works really differ? We consider a Wesleyan perspective on Faith and works, seeking be better understand how we might have a faith that works today. Do the messages of James and Paul on faith and works really differ? We consider a Wesleyan perspective on Faith and works, seeking be better understand how we might have a faith that works today. Do the messages of James and Paul on faith and works really differ? We consider a Wesleyan perspective on Faith and works, seeking be better understand how we might have a faith that works today. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906898/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_faithworks/id/125238 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906898 Faith,Works,James,Paul Sun, 03 Jun 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Søren Kierkegaard, in 1851, published “For Self Examination” in which he asked the question,“What is required in order to look at oneself with true blessing in the mirror of the Word?” In this extended meditation on James 1:22-27, Kierkegaard lays out a 5-point plan for linking faith and works in accord with Scripture such that the Kingdom of God benefits! Søren Kierkegaard, in 1851, published “For Self Examination” in which he asked the question,“What is required in order to look at oneself with true blessing in the mirror of the Word?” In this extended meditation on James 1:22-27, Kierkegaard lays out a 5-point plan for linking faith and works in accord with Scripture such that the Kingdom of God benefits! Søren Kierkegaard, in 1851, published “For Self Examination” in which he asked the question,“What is required in order to look at oneself with true blessing in the mirror of the Word?” In this extended meditation on James 1:22-27, Kierkegaard lays out … Julian A. Davies 2509 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906897/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_doershearers/id/807689.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906897 Faith,Works,Word of God,Kierkegaard Sun, 03 Jun 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Søren Kierkegaard, in 1851, published “For Self Examination” in which he asked the question,“What is required in order to look at oneself with true blessing in the mirror of the Word?” In this extended meditation on James 1:22-27, Kierkegaard lays out a 5-point plan for linking faith and works in accord with Scripture such that the Kingdom of God benefits! Søren Kierkegaard, in 1851, published “For Self Examination” in which he asked the question,“What is required in order to look at oneself with true blessing in the mirror of the Word?” In this extended meditation on James 1:22-27, Kierkegaard lays out a 5-point plan for linking faith and works in accord with Scripture such that the Kingdom of God benefits! Søren Kierkegaard, in 1851, published “For Self Examination” in which he asked the question,“What is required in order to look at oneself with true blessing in the mirror of the Word?” In this extended meditation on James 1:22-27, Kierkegaard lays out … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906897/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_doershearers/id/125237 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906897 Faith,Works,Word of God,Kierkegaard Sun, 27 May 2012 00:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Pentecost Sunday we complete our series on the Holy Spirit by thinking about the Pentecost events in the light of the Jewish festivals of Passover, the Counting of the Omer, and Shavuot. We come to see the events of Pentecost in their place within the narrative framework and as an integral part of the story, looking back as far as the early Genesis accounts. On this Pentecost Sunday we complete our series on the Holy Spirit by thinking about the Pentecost events in the light of the Jewish festivals of Passover, the Counting of the Omer, and Shavuot. We come to see the events of Pentecost in their place within the narrative framework and as an integral part of the story, looking back as far as the early Genesis accounts. On this Pentecost Sunday we complete our series on the Holy Spirit by thinking about the Pentecost events in the light of the Jewish festivals of Passover, the Counting of the Omer, and Shavuot. We come to see the events of Pentecost in their place wit… Julian A. Davies 1462 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906896/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_theoutpouringoftheholyspirit/id/807688.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906896 Pentecost,Holy Spirit,Passover,Shavuot Sun, 27 May 2012 00:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Pentecost Sunday we complete our series on the Holy Spirit by thinking about the Pentecost events in the light of the Jewish festivals of Passover, the Counting of the Omer, and Shavuot. We come to see the events of Pentecost in their place within the narrative framework and as an integral part of the story, looking back as far as the early Genesis accounts. On this Pentecost Sunday we complete our series on the Holy Spirit by thinking about the Pentecost events in the light of the Jewish festivals of Passover, the Counting of the Omer, and Shavuot. We come to see the events of Pentecost in their place within the narrative framework and as an integral part of the story, looking back as far as the early Genesis accounts. On this Pentecost Sunday we complete our series on the Holy Spirit by thinking about the Pentecost events in the light of the Jewish festivals of Passover, the Counting of the Omer, and Shavuot. We come to see the events of Pentecost in their place wit… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906896/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_theoutpouringoftheholyspirit/id/125236 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906896 Pentecost,Holy Spirit,Passover,Shavuot Sun, 20 May 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Understanding the gifts that we have been given to use for the good of the community in building the Kingdom takes on a journey through some of Paul's and Peter's writings. Between us we have the gifts we need to advance the Kingdom. Understanding the gifts that we have been given to use for the good of the community in building the Kingdom takes on a journey through some of Paul's and Peter's writings. Between us we have the gifts we need to advance the Kingdom. Understanding the gifts that we have been given to use for the good of the community in building the Kingdom takes on a journey through some of Paul's and Peter's writings. Between us we have the gifts we need to advance the Kingdom.… Julian A. Davies 1608 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906895/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_giftsofthespirit/id/807687.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906895 Gifts,Holy Spirit,Church,Kingdom of God, Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:12-2:16 Sun, 20 May 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Understanding the gifts that we have been given to use for the good of the community in building the Kingdom takes on a journey through some of Paul's and Peter's writings. Between us we have the gifts we need to advance the Kingdom. Understanding the gifts that we have been given to use for the good of the community in building the Kingdom takes on a journey through some of Paul's and Peter's writings. Between us we have the gifts we need to advance the Kingdom. Understanding the gifts that we have been given to use for the good of the community in building the Kingdom takes on a journey through some of Paul's and Peter's writings. Between us we have the gifts we need to advance the Kingdom.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906895/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_giftsofthespirit/id/125235 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906895 Gifts,Holy Spirit,Church,Kingdom of God, Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:12-2:16 Sun, 13 May 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Some people seem compelled to stand up for the Gospel and are driven to make changes in the world. Many such characters are described in the Biblical narrative and some we can identify throughout history. Interestingly, it is us who are called to be driven this same way in bringing forth God's Kingdom here on earth. Some people seem compelled to stand up for the Gospel and are driven to make changes in the world. Many such characters are described in the Biblical narrative and some we can identify throughout history. Interestingly, it is us who are called to be driven this same way in bringing forth God's Kingdom here on earth. Some people seem compelled to stand up for the Gospel and are driven to make changes in the world. Many such characters are described in the Biblical narrative and some we can identify throughout history. Interestingly, it is us who are called to be d… Julian A. Davies 1546 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906894/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_drivenbythespirit/id/807686.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906894 Holy Spirit,Kingdom of God,John Wesley,Martin Luther, Scripture: Mark 1:9-1:13 Sun, 13 May 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Some people seem compelled to stand up for the Gospel and are driven to make changes in the world. Many such characters are described in the Biblical narrative and some we can identify throughout history. Interestingly, it is us who are called to be driven this same way in bringing forth God's Kingdom here on earth. Some people seem compelled to stand up for the Gospel and are driven to make changes in the world. Many such characters are described in the Biblical narrative and some we can identify throughout history. Interestingly, it is us who are called to be driven this same way in bringing forth God's Kingdom here on earth. Some people seem compelled to stand up for the Gospel and are driven to make changes in the world. Many such characters are described in the Biblical narrative and some we can identify throughout history. Interestingly, it is us who are called to be d… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906894/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_drivenbythespirit/id/125234 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906894 Holy Spirit,Kingdom of God,John Wesley,Martin Luther, Scripture: Mark 1:9-1:13 Sun, 06 May 2012 00:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Being "filled with the Spirit" is something that John Wesley saw as central to the concept of "Scriptural Christianity." In the New Testament, being "filled with the Spirit" is laid alongside being drunk and the two are compared, with being drunk coming out on the losing side of the comparison. What does being "filled with the Spirit" mean? What does it look like? Why does it matter? These questions we take up today and see the importance of this idea in the spread of the Gospel. Being "filled with the Spirit" is something that John Wesley saw as central to the concept of "Scriptural Christianity." In the New Testament, being "filled with the Spirit" is laid alongside being drunk and the two are compared, with being drunk coming out on the losing side of the comparison. What does being "filled with the Spirit" mean? What does it look like? Why does it matter? These questions we take up today and see the importance of this idea in the spread of the Gospel. Being "filled with the Spirit" is something that John Wesley saw as central to the concept of "Scriptural Christianity." In the New Testament, being "filled with the Spirit" is laid alongside being drunk and the two are compared, with being drunk comi… Julian A. Davies 1226 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906893/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_filledwiththespirit/id/807685.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906893 Holy Spirit,Gospel,John Wesley,Scriptural Christianity Sun, 06 May 2012 00:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Being "filled with the Spirit" is something that John Wesley saw as central to the concept of "Scriptural Christianity." In the New Testament, being "filled with the Spirit" is laid alongside being drunk and the two are compared, with being drunk coming out on the losing side of the comparison. What does being "filled with the Spirit" mean? What does it look like? Why does it matter? These questions we take up today and see the importance of this idea in the spread of the Gospel. Being "filled with the Spirit" is something that John Wesley saw as central to the concept of "Scriptural Christianity." In the New Testament, being "filled with the Spirit" is laid alongside being drunk and the two are compared, with being drunk coming out on the losing side of the comparison. What does being "filled with the Spirit" mean? What does it look like? Why does it matter? These questions we take up today and see the importance of this idea in the spread of the Gospel. Being "filled with the Spirit" is something that John Wesley saw as central to the concept of "Scriptural Christianity." In the New Testament, being "filled with the Spirit" is laid alongside being drunk and the two are compared, with being drunk comi… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906893/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_filledwiththespirit/id/125233 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906893 Holy Spirit,Gospel,John Wesley,Scriptural Christianity Sun, 29 Apr 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Can we know - with certainty - that we are children of God? How might such assurance shape how we live our lives in the world today? These are the questions we examine as we look at the witness of our own spirits with that of the Holy Spirit. Can we know - with certainty - that we are children of God? How might such assurance shape how we live our lives in the world today? These are the questions we examine as we look at the witness of our own spirits with that of the Holy Spirit. Can we know - with certainty - that we are children of God? How might such assurance shape how we live our lives in the world today? These are the questions we examine as we look at the witness of our own spirits with that of the Holy Spirit.… Julian A. Davies 1359 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906892/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thewitnessofthespirit/id/807684.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906892 Assurance,Holy Spirit,John Wesley,Charles Wesley Sun, 29 Apr 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Can we know - with certainty - that we are children of God? How might such assurance shape how we live our lives in the world today? These are the questions we examine as we look at the witness of our own spirits with that of the Holy Spirit. Can we know - with certainty - that we are children of God? How might such assurance shape how we live our lives in the world today? These are the questions we examine as we look at the witness of our own spirits with that of the Holy Spirit. Can we know - with certainty - that we are children of God? How might such assurance shape how we live our lives in the world today? These are the questions we examine as we look at the witness of our own spirits with that of the Holy Spirit.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906892/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thewitnessofthespirit/id/125232 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906892 Assurance,Holy Spirit,John Wesley,Charles Wesley Sun, 22 Apr 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies When Jesus talks of being "born of water and Spirit" what does he have in mind? His words to Nicodemus in John's Gospel suggest that the clues lie in Hebrew Scripture and are captured in images of birth, water and wind. We explore these images and attempt to capture the essence of what Jesus had in mind when he spoke of being "born again." When Jesus talks of being "born of water and Spirit" what does he have in mind? His words to Nicodemus in John's Gospel suggest that the clues lie in Hebrew Scripture and are captured in images of birth, water and wind. We explore these images and attempt to capture the essence of what Jesus had in mind when he spoke of being "born again." When Jesus talks of being "born of water and Spirit" what does he have in mind? His words to Nicodemus in John's Gospel suggest that the clues lie in Hebrew Scripture and are captured in images of birth, water and wind. We explore these images and att… Julian A. Davies 1409 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906891/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_bornofthespirit/id/807683.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906891 Holy Spirit,Jesus,Nicodemus,Water, Scripture: John 3:5-3:9 Sun, 22 Apr 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies When Jesus talks of being "born of water and Spirit" what does he have in mind? His words to Nicodemus in John's Gospel suggest that the clues lie in Hebrew Scripture and are captured in images of birth, water and wind. We explore these images and attempt to capture the essence of what Jesus had in mind when he spoke of being "born again." When Jesus talks of being "born of water and Spirit" what does he have in mind? His words to Nicodemus in John's Gospel suggest that the clues lie in Hebrew Scripture and are captured in images of birth, water and wind. We explore these images and attempt to capture the essence of what Jesus had in mind when he spoke of being "born again." When Jesus talks of being "born of water and Spirit" what does he have in mind? His words to Nicodemus in John's Gospel suggest that the clues lie in Hebrew Scripture and are captured in images of birth, water and wind. We explore these images and att… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906891/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_bornofthespirit/id/125231 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906891 Holy Spirit,Jesus,Nicodemus,Water, Scripture: John 3:5-3:9 Sun, 15 Apr 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies We look at the Gospel narratives through the eyes of the Holy Spirit and discover that the Spirit was present and active from start to finish, as is the case with the entire Biblical account from Genesis to Revelation. How can we think about the Holy Spirit and the work of the Spirit in the world today? Perhaps the work of artists can give us some clues on how to proceed. We look at the Gospel narratives through the eyes of the Holy Spirit and discover that the Spirit was present and active from start to finish, as is the case with the entire Biblical account from Genesis to Revelation. How can we think about the Holy Spirit and the work of the Spirit in the world today? Perhaps the work of artists can give us some clues on how to proceed. We look at the Gospel narratives through the eyes of the Holy Spirit and discover that the Spirit was present and active from start to finish, as is the case with the entire Biblical account from Genesis to Revelation. How can we think about the Holy … Julian A. Davies 1480 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906890/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_encounteringthespirit/id/807682.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906890 Holy Spirit,Gospel,Pentecost,Ascension Sun, 15 Apr 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies We look at the Gospel narratives through the eyes of the Holy Spirit and discover that the Spirit was present and active from start to finish, as is the case with the entire Biblical account from Genesis to Revelation. How can we think about the Holy Spirit and the work of the Spirit in the world today? Perhaps the work of artists can give us some clues on how to proceed. We look at the Gospel narratives through the eyes of the Holy Spirit and discover that the Spirit was present and active from start to finish, as is the case with the entire Biblical account from Genesis to Revelation. How can we think about the Holy Spirit and the work of the Spirit in the world today? Perhaps the work of artists can give us some clues on how to proceed. We look at the Gospel narratives through the eyes of the Holy Spirit and discover that the Spirit was present and active from start to finish, as is the case with the entire Biblical account from Genesis to Revelation. How can we think about the Holy … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906890/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_encounteringthespirit/id/125230 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906890 Holy Spirit,Gospel,Pentecost,Ascension Sun, 08 Apr 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Easter Sunday we look at the encounter with the empty tomb through the eyes of John. The salvation of the created order is made possible and the Kingdom ushered in through the resurrection of Jesus; an event that shapes the future of the world. On this Easter Sunday we look at the encounter with the empty tomb through the eyes of John. The salvation of the created order is made possible and the Kingdom ushered in through the resurrection of Jesus; an event that shapes the future of the world. On this Easter Sunday we look at the encounter with the empty tomb through the eyes of John. The salvation of the created order is made possible and the Kingdom ushered in through the resurrection of Jesus; an event that shapes the future of the world.… Julian A. Davies 1372 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906889/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_ihaveseenthelord/id/807681.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906889 Resurrection,Salvation,Jesus,Easter Sun, 08 Apr 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Easter Sunday we look at the encounter with the empty tomb through the eyes of John. The salvation of the created order is made possible and the Kingdom ushered in through the resurrection of Jesus; an event that shapes the future of the world. On this Easter Sunday we look at the encounter with the empty tomb through the eyes of John. The salvation of the created order is made possible and the Kingdom ushered in through the resurrection of Jesus; an event that shapes the future of the world. On this Easter Sunday we look at the encounter with the empty tomb through the eyes of John. The salvation of the created order is made possible and the Kingdom ushered in through the resurrection of Jesus; an event that shapes the future of the world.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906889/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_ihaveseenthelord/id/125229 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906889 Resurrection,Salvation,Jesus,Easter Sun, 01 Apr 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On Palm Sunday - Passion Sunday, we recall the sudden transition of a group of people from shouting a welcome to Jesus as a coming King to crying out "Crucify him!" What could bring about such a change? It seems that the calls of "Hosanna" (save us) meant one thing to the people and quite another to Jesus. When we misunderstand who Jesus is and what his message means, we can see discipleship destroyed and replaced by ugliness. On Palm Sunday - Passion Sunday, we recall the sudden transition of a group of people from shouting a welcome to Jesus as a coming King to crying out "Crucify him!" What could bring about such a change? It seems that the calls of "Hosanna" (save us) meant one thing to the people and quite another to Jesus. When we misunderstand who Jesus is and what his message means, we can see discipleship destroyed and replaced by ugliness. On Palm Sunday - Passion Sunday, we recall the sudden transition of a group of people from shouting a welcome to Jesus as a coming King to crying out "Crucify him!" What could bring about such a change? It seems that the calls of "Hosanna" (save us) me… Julian A. Davies 1338 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906888/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_esusofnazarethkingoftheews/id/807680.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906888 Palm Sunday,Passion Sunday,Hosanna,Discipleship Sun, 01 Apr 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On Palm Sunday - Passion Sunday, we recall the sudden transition of a group of people from shouting a welcome to Jesus as a coming King to crying out "Crucify him!" What could bring about such a change? It seems that the calls of "Hosanna" (save us) meant one thing to the people and quite another to Jesus. When we misunderstand who Jesus is and what his message means, we can see discipleship destroyed and replaced by ugliness. On Palm Sunday - Passion Sunday, we recall the sudden transition of a group of people from shouting a welcome to Jesus as a coming King to crying out "Crucify him!" What could bring about such a change? It seems that the calls of "Hosanna" (save us) meant one thing to the people and quite another to Jesus. When we misunderstand who Jesus is and what his message means, we can see discipleship destroyed and replaced by ugliness. On Palm Sunday - Passion Sunday, we recall the sudden transition of a group of people from shouting a welcome to Jesus as a coming King to crying out "Crucify him!" What could bring about such a change? It seems that the calls of "Hosanna" (save us) me… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906888/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_esusofnazarethkingoftheews/id/125228 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906888 Palm Sunday,Passion Sunday,Hosanna,Discipleship Sun, 25 Mar 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies When two Gentiles approach the disciples with the words, "We wish to see Jesus" and that message is transmitted to Jesus, we see a response that looks to the glorification of Jesus as a means to take away the barriers between Jews and gentiles. Later, Paul explicates this new reality with his words about men and women, slaves and free people, in addition to Jews and Gentiles. This new reality gives us our primary identification as Christians and signals the task of tearing down barriers so that all people can encounter God through Christ. When two Gentiles approach the disciples with the words, "We wish to see Jesus" and that message is transmitted to Jesus, we see a response that looks to the glorification of Jesus as a means to take away the barriers between Jews and gentiles. Later, Paul explicates this new reality with his words about men and women, slaves and free people, in addition to Jews and Gentiles. This new reality gives us our primary identification as Christians and signals the task of tearing down barriers so that all people can encounter God through Christ. When two Gentiles approach the disciples with the words, "We wish to see Jesus" and that message is transmitted to Jesus, we see a response that looks to the glorification of Jesus as a means to take away the barriers between Jews and gentiles. Later,… Julian A. Davies 1543 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906887/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_wewishtoseeesus/id/807679.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906887 Barriers,Jesus,Gospel of John,Gentiles Sun, 25 Mar 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies When two Gentiles approach the disciples with the words, "We wish to see Jesus" and that message is transmitted to Jesus, we see a response that looks to the glorification of Jesus as a means to take away the barriers between Jews and gentiles. Later, Paul explicates this new reality with his words about men and women, slaves and free people, in addition to Jews and Gentiles. This new reality gives us our primary identification as Christians and signals the task of tearing down barriers so that all people can encounter God through Christ. When two Gentiles approach the disciples with the words, "We wish to see Jesus" and that message is transmitted to Jesus, we see a response that looks to the glorification of Jesus as a means to take away the barriers between Jews and gentiles. Later, Paul explicates this new reality with his words about men and women, slaves and free people, in addition to Jews and Gentiles. This new reality gives us our primary identification as Christians and signals the task of tearing down barriers so that all people can encounter God through Christ. When two Gentiles approach the disciples with the words, "We wish to see Jesus" and that message is transmitted to Jesus, we see a response that looks to the glorification of Jesus as a means to take away the barriers between Jews and gentiles. Later,… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906887/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_wewishtoseeesus/id/125227 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906887 Barriers,Jesus,Gospel of John,Gentiles Sun, 18 Mar 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As Jesus gathers with friends to eat, Mary anoints his feet with perfume and wipes them with her hair. Judas objects to such extravagance and Jesus responds with "You always have the poor with you ...". What was he saying and how should our call to be in service alongside the poor be shaped by these words? As Jesus gathers with friends to eat, Mary anoints his feet with perfume and wipes them with her hair. Judas objects to such extravagance and Jesus responds with "You always have the poor with you ...". What was he saying and how should our call to be in service alongside the poor be shaped by these words? As Jesus gathers with friends to eat, Mary anoints his feet with perfume and wipes them with her hair. Judas objects to such extravagance and Jesus responds with "You always have the poor with you ...". What was he saying and how should our call to be … Julian A. Davies 1140 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906886/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_youalwayshavethepoorwithyou/id/807678.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906886 Jesus,Poor,Judas,Discipleship Sun, 18 Mar 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As Jesus gathers with friends to eat, Mary anoints his feet with perfume and wipes them with her hair. Judas objects to such extravagance and Jesus responds with "You always have the poor with you ...". What was he saying and how should our call to be in service alongside the poor be shaped by these words? As Jesus gathers with friends to eat, Mary anoints his feet with perfume and wipes them with her hair. Judas objects to such extravagance and Jesus responds with "You always have the poor with you ...". What was he saying and how should our call to be in service alongside the poor be shaped by these words? As Jesus gathers with friends to eat, Mary anoints his feet with perfume and wipes them with her hair. Judas objects to such extravagance and Jesus responds with "You always have the poor with you ...". What was he saying and how should our call to be … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906886/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_youalwayshavethepoorwithyou/id/125226 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906886 Jesus,Poor,Judas,Discipleship Sun, 11 Mar 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we continue to discuss the story of Lazarus we see that Jesus places his emphasis on life and living it in discipleship and not on death and what happen beyond that. The call is one of immediacy. As the saying goes, "If not now, when? If not us, who?" As we continue to discuss the story of Lazarus we see that Jesus places his emphasis on life and living it in discipleship and not on death and what happen beyond that. The call is one of immediacy. As the saying goes, "If not now, when? If not us, who?" As we continue to discuss the story of Lazarus we see that Jesus places his emphasis on life and living it in discipleship and not on death and what happen beyond that. The call is one of immediacy. As the saying goes, "If not now, when? If not us, wh… Julian A. Davies 1343 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906885/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_iamtheresurrectionandthelife/id/807677.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906885 Lazarus,Jesus,Discipleship,Lent Sun, 11 Mar 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we continue to discuss the story of Lazarus we see that Jesus places his emphasis on life and living it in discipleship and not on death and what happen beyond that. The call is one of immediacy. As the saying goes, "If not now, when? If not us, who?" As we continue to discuss the story of Lazarus we see that Jesus places his emphasis on life and living it in discipleship and not on death and what happen beyond that. The call is one of immediacy. As the saying goes, "If not now, when? If not us, who?" As we continue to discuss the story of Lazarus we see that Jesus places his emphasis on life and living it in discipleship and not on death and what happen beyond that. The call is one of immediacy. As the saying goes, "If not now, when? If not us, wh… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906885/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_iamtheresurrectionandthelife/id/125225 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906885 Lazarus,Jesus,Discipleship,Lent Sun, 04 Mar 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the first part of the narrative of Lazarus, we hear of Jesus waiting to go to his sick friend until, it seems, it is too late. But there is much to consider in deciding where one will go and whom one will serve. As we journey through Lent, these issues are good ones for us to reflect upon. In the first part of the narrative of Lazarus, we hear of Jesus waiting to go to his sick friend until, it seems, it is too late. But there is much to consider in deciding where one will go and whom one will serve. As we journey through Lent, these issues are good ones for us to reflect upon. In the first part of the narrative of Lazarus, we hear of Jesus waiting to go to his sick friend until, it seems, it is too late. But there is much to consider in deciding where one will go and whom one will serve. As we journey through Lent, these i… Julian A. Davies 1301 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906884/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_lazarusisdead/id/807676.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906884 Jesus,Lazarus,Healing,Discipleship Sun, 04 Mar 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the first part of the narrative of Lazarus, we hear of Jesus waiting to go to his sick friend until, it seems, it is too late. But there is much to consider in deciding where one will go and whom one will serve. As we journey through Lent, these issues are good ones for us to reflect upon. In the first part of the narrative of Lazarus, we hear of Jesus waiting to go to his sick friend until, it seems, it is too late. But there is much to consider in deciding where one will go and whom one will serve. As we journey through Lent, these issues are good ones for us to reflect upon. In the first part of the narrative of Lazarus, we hear of Jesus waiting to go to his sick friend until, it seems, it is too late. But there is much to consider in deciding where one will go and whom one will serve. As we journey through Lent, these i… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906884/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_lazarusisdead/id/125224 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906884 Jesus,Lazarus,Healing,Discipleship Sun, 26 Feb 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this First Sunday in Lent we look at some of the “Big Questions” that John 10 raises: Where are you going? Who are you following? Who are you leading? How will you use the life that you have been given? These are great questions to reflect upon as we journey through Lent! On this First Sunday in Lent we look at some of the “Big Questions” that John 10 raises: Where are you going? Who are you following? Who are you leading? How will you use the life that you have been given? These are great questions to reflect upon as we journey through Lent! On this First Sunday in Lent we look at some of the “Big Questions” that John 10 raises: Where are you going? Who are you following? Who are you leading? How will you use the life that you have been given? These are great questions to reflect upon as w… Julian A. Davies 3070 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906883/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thefatherandiareone/id/807675.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906883 Lent,Gospel of John,Jesus,Discipleship Sun, 26 Feb 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this First Sunday in Lent we look at some of the “Big Questions” that John 10 raises: Where are you going? Who are you following? Who are you leading? How will you use the life that you have been given? These are great questions to reflect upon as we journey through Lent! On this First Sunday in Lent we look at some of the “Big Questions” that John 10 raises: Where are you going? Who are you following? Who are you leading? How will you use the life that you have been given? These are great questions to reflect upon as we journey through Lent! On this First Sunday in Lent we look at some of the “Big Questions” that John 10 raises: Where are you going? Who are you following? Who are you leading? How will you use the life that you have been given? These are great questions to reflect upon as w… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906883/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thefatherandiareone/id/125223 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906883 Lent,Gospel of John,Jesus,Discipleship Wed, 22 Feb 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Perhaps real change in the world has to start with us. And it seems we might need help with that - help to feel forgiven for past wrongs, to change our direction in life, and to be assured that all can be well. On this night we seek forgiveness, repentance and assurance together. Perhaps real change in the world has to start with us. And it seems we might need help with that - help to feel forgiven for past wrongs, to change our direction in life, and to be assured that all can be well. On this night we seek forgiveness, repentance and assurance together. Perhaps real change in the world has to start with us. And it seems we might need help with that - help to feel forgiven for past wrongs, to change our direction in life, and to be assured that all can be well. On this night we seek forgiveness, repent… Julian A. Davies 1172 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906882/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_nowistheacceptabletime/id/807674.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906882 Lent,Forgiveness,Repentance,Assurance, Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:0-5:6, Custom categories: Ash Wednesday: Lent Wed, 22 Feb 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Perhaps real change in the world has to start with us. And it seems we might need help with that - help to feel forgiven for past wrongs, to change our direction in life, and to be assured that all can be well. On this night we seek forgiveness, repentance and assurance together. Perhaps real change in the world has to start with us. And it seems we might need help with that - help to feel forgiven for past wrongs, to change our direction in life, and to be assured that all can be well. On this night we seek forgiveness, repentance and assurance together. Perhaps real change in the world has to start with us. And it seems we might need help with that - help to feel forgiven for past wrongs, to change our direction in life, and to be assured that all can be well. On this night we seek forgiveness, repent… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906882/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_nowistheacceptabletime/id/125222 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906882 Lent,Forgiveness,Repentance,Assurance, Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:0-5:6, Custom categories: Ash Wednesday: Lent Sun, 19 Feb 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the narrative of Jesus as the Good Shepherd we see a number of "big questions" raised: Where are you going? Who are you following? Who are you leading? How will you use the life that you have been given? As we approach the start of Lent, these questions form the basis of our reflection and self-examination. In the narrative of Jesus as the Good Shepherd we see a number of "big questions" raised: Where are you going? Who are you following? Who are you leading? How will you use the life that you have been given? As we approach the start of Lent, these questions form the basis of our reflection and self-examination. In the narrative of Jesus as the Good Shepherd we see a number of "big questions" raised: Where are you going? Who are you following? Who are you leading? How will you use the life that you have been given? As we approach the start of Lent, these quest… Julian A. Davies 1451 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906881/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thegoodshepherd/id/807673.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906881 Jesus,John,Discipleship,Shepherd Sun, 19 Feb 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the narrative of Jesus as the Good Shepherd we see a number of "big questions" raised: Where are you going? Who are you following? Who are you leading? How will you use the life that you have been given? As we approach the start of Lent, these questions form the basis of our reflection and self-examination. In the narrative of Jesus as the Good Shepherd we see a number of "big questions" raised: Where are you going? Who are you following? Who are you leading? How will you use the life that you have been given? As we approach the start of Lent, these questions form the basis of our reflection and self-examination. In the narrative of Jesus as the Good Shepherd we see a number of "big questions" raised: Where are you going? Who are you following? Who are you leading? How will you use the life that you have been given? As we approach the start of Lent, these quest… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906881/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thegoodshepherd/id/125221 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906881 Jesus,John,Discipleship,Shepherd Sun, 12 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the story of the woman caught in adultery the story itself and the subtext on covenant faithfulness to God are both fascinating and illuminating. Understanding even the nature of "adultery" as construed in the Torah and interpreted in first-century Israel is a challenge. The message of Jesus is a compelling one. Listen and find out! In the story of the woman caught in adultery the story itself and the subtext on covenant faithfulness to God are both fascinating and illuminating. Understanding even the nature of "adultery" as construed in the Torah and interpreted in first-century Israel is a challenge. The message of Jesus is a compelling one. Listen and find out! In the story of the woman caught in adultery the story itself and the subtext on covenant faithfulness to God are both fascinating and illuminating. Understanding even the nature of "adultery" as construed in the Torah and interpreted in first-century… Julian A. Davies 1562 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906880/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_neitherdoicondemnyou/id/807672.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906880 Jesus,Adultery,Stoning,Torah Sun, 12 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the story of the woman caught in adultery the story itself and the subtext on covenant faithfulness to God are both fascinating and illuminating. Understanding even the nature of "adultery" as construed in the Torah and interpreted in first-century Israel is a challenge. The message of Jesus is a compelling one. Listen and find out! In the story of the woman caught in adultery the story itself and the subtext on covenant faithfulness to God are both fascinating and illuminating. Understanding even the nature of "adultery" as construed in the Torah and interpreted in first-century Israel is a challenge. The message of Jesus is a compelling one. Listen and find out! In the story of the woman caught in adultery the story itself and the subtext on covenant faithfulness to God are both fascinating and illuminating. Understanding even the nature of "adultery" as construed in the Torah and interpreted in first-century… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906880/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_neitherdoicondemnyou/id/125220 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906880 Jesus,Adultery,Stoning,Torah Sun, 05 Feb 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Diana M. Davis Among the many "signs" that John describes is the narrative of the feeding of the 5,000. It is a sign that points to Jesus. In our everyday lives our words and deeds, even the expressions on our faces, also serve as signs. Where do these signs point? Among the many "signs" that John describes is the narrative of the feeding of the 5,000. It is a sign that points to Jesus. In our everyday lives our words and deeds, even the expressions on our faces, also serve as signs. Where do these signs point? Among the many "signs" that John describes is the narrative of the feeding of the 5,000. It is a sign that points to Jesus. In our everyday lives our words and deeds, even the expressions on our faces, also serve as signs. Where do these signs point… Diana M. Davis 986 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906879/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_fiveloavesandtwofish/id/807671.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906879 Jesus,Sign,5,000 Sun, 29 Jan 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the story of Jesus and the Samaritan woman at the well we see Jesus symbolically repairing the broken relationships between the southern and northern kingdoms while living into the role of the bridegroom that the author places upon him. The narrative is instructive for us as the Body of Christ today as we look a broken church that needs much repair. In the story of Jesus and the Samaritan woman at the well we see Jesus symbolically repairing the broken relationships between the southern and northern kingdoms while living into the role of the bridegroom that the author places upon him. The narrative is instructive for us as the Body of Christ today as we look a broken church that needs much repair. In the story of Jesus and the Samaritan woman at the well we see Jesus symbolically repairing the broken relationships between the southern and northern kingdoms while living into the role of the bridegroom that the author places upon him. The narrativ… Julian A. Davies 1768 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906878/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_atacobswell/id/807670.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906878 Jesus,Well,Samaria,Bridegroom Sun, 29 Jan 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the story of Jesus and the Samaritan woman at the well we see Jesus symbolically repairing the broken relationships between the southern and northern kingdoms while living into the role of the bridegroom that the author places upon him. The narrative is instructive for us as the Body of Christ today as we look a broken church that needs much repair. In the story of Jesus and the Samaritan woman at the well we see Jesus symbolically repairing the broken relationships between the southern and northern kingdoms while living into the role of the bridegroom that the author places upon him. The narrative is instructive for us as the Body of Christ today as we look a broken church that needs much repair. In the story of Jesus and the Samaritan woman at the well we see Jesus symbolically repairing the broken relationships between the southern and northern kingdoms while living into the role of the bridegroom that the author places upon him. The narrativ… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906878/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_atacobswell/id/125219 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906878 Jesus,Well,Samaria,Bridegroom Sun, 22 Jan 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As Jesus fulfills a prophetic role in the Temple, we see how people are drawn to faith/trust through his words and deeds. Today, both words and deeds can be powerful agents of change in the world. Each of us is challenged to use words and deeds in making our faith alive and visible to others. As Jesus fulfills a prophetic role in the Temple, we see how people are drawn to faith/trust through his words and deeds. Today, both words and deeds can be powerful agents of change in the world. Each of us is challenged to use words and deeds in making our faith alive and visible to others. As Jesus fulfills a prophetic role in the Temple, we see how people are drawn to faith/trust through his words and deeds. Today, both words and deeds can be powerful agents of change in the world. Each of us is challenged to use words and deeds in mak… Julian A. Davies 1917 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906877/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_myfathershouse/id/807669.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906877 Jesus,Temple,Faith Sun, 22 Jan 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As Jesus fulfills a prophetic role in the Temple, we see how people are drawn to faith/trust through his words and deeds. Today, both words and deeds can be powerful agents of change in the world. Each of us is challenged to use words and deeds in making our faith alive and visible to others. As Jesus fulfills a prophetic role in the Temple, we see how people are drawn to faith/trust through his words and deeds. Today, both words and deeds can be powerful agents of change in the world. Each of us is challenged to use words and deeds in making our faith alive and visible to others. As Jesus fulfills a prophetic role in the Temple, we see how people are drawn to faith/trust through his words and deeds. Today, both words and deeds can be powerful agents of change in the world. Each of us is challenged to use words and deeds in mak… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906877/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_myfathershouse/id/125218 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906877 Jesus,Temple,Faith Sun, 15 Jan 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Today we see how Jesus gathers disciples and builds the Kingdom, overcoming skepticism and doubt while offering acceptance and welcome. Jesus provides a model for us to employ as we go about making disciples for the transformation of the world. Today we see how Jesus gathers disciples and builds the Kingdom, overcoming skepticism and doubt while offering acceptance and welcome. Jesus provides a model for us to employ as we go about making disciples for the transformation of the world. Today we see how Jesus gathers disciples and builds the Kingdom, overcoming skepticism and doubt while offering acceptance and welcome. Jesus provides a model for us to employ as we go about making disciples for the transformation of the world.… Julian A. Davies 1413 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906876/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_cananythinggoodcomeoutofnazare/id/807668.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906876 Jesus,Gospel of John,Discipleship Sun, 15 Jan 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Today we see how Jesus gathers disciples and builds the Kingdom, overcoming skepticism and doubt while offering acceptance and welcome. Jesus provides a model for us to employ as we go about making disciples for the transformation of the world. Today we see how Jesus gathers disciples and builds the Kingdom, overcoming skepticism and doubt while offering acceptance and welcome. Jesus provides a model for us to employ as we go about making disciples for the transformation of the world. Today we see how Jesus gathers disciples and builds the Kingdom, overcoming skepticism and doubt while offering acceptance and welcome. Jesus provides a model for us to employ as we go about making disciples for the transformation of the world.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906876/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_cananythinggoodcomeoutofnazare/id/125217 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906876 Jesus,Gospel of John,Discipleship Sun, 08 Jan 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this First Sunday After The Epiphany, on which we recall and celebrate the Baptism of the Lord, we begin a journey through John's Gospel where we see that the baptism of Jesus by John the Baptist is not specifically mentioned. John instead writes of the Spirit descending and resting on Jesus and speaks of him as "the Lamb of God." On this First Sunday After The Epiphany, on which we recall and celebrate the Baptism of the Lord, we begin a journey through John's Gospel where we see that the baptism of Jesus by John the Baptist is not specifically mentioned. John instead writes of the Spirit descending and resting on Jesus and speaks of him as "the Lamb of God." On this First Sunday After The Epiphany, on which we recall and celebrate the Baptism of the Lord, we begin a journey through John's Gospel where we see that the baptism of Jesus by John the Baptist is not specifically mentioned. John instead writes of… Julian A. Davies 1543 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906875/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thelambofgod/id/807667.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906875 Jesus,John,John the Baptist,Baptism Sun, 08 Jan 2012 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this First Sunday After The Epiphany, on which we recall and celebrate the Baptism of the Lord, we begin a journey through John's Gospel where we see that the baptism of Jesus by John the Baptist is not specifically mentioned. John instead writes of the Spirit descending and resting on Jesus and speaks of him as "the Lamb of God." On this First Sunday After The Epiphany, on which we recall and celebrate the Baptism of the Lord, we begin a journey through John's Gospel where we see that the baptism of Jesus by John the Baptist is not specifically mentioned. John instead writes of the Spirit descending and resting on Jesus and speaks of him as "the Lamb of God." On this First Sunday After The Epiphany, on which we recall and celebrate the Baptism of the Lord, we begin a journey through John's Gospel where we see that the baptism of Jesus by John the Baptist is not specifically mentioned. John instead writes of… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906875/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thelambofgod/id/125216 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906875 Jesus,John,John the Baptist,Baptism Sun, 01 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Epiphany Sunday, we draw together the experience of epiphany with the making of a resolution or decision to enter covenant. On this Epiphany Sunday, we draw together the experience of epiphany with the making of a resolution or decision to enter covenant. On this Epiphany Sunday, we draw together the experience of epiphany with the making of a resolution or decision to enter covenant. … Julian A. Davies 1037 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906873/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_resolutionsandcovenants/id/807665.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906873 Epiphany,Magi,Herod,Covenant, Custom categories: Topic: Epiphany Sun, 01 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Epiphany Sunday, we draw together the experience of epiphany with the making of a resolution or decision to enter covenant. On this Epiphany Sunday, we draw together the experience of epiphany with the making of a resolution or decision to enter covenant. On this Epiphany Sunday, we draw together the experience of epiphany with the making of a resolution or decision to enter covenant. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906873/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_resolutionsandcovenants/id/125215 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906873 Epiphany,Magi,Herod,Covenant, Custom categories: Topic: Epiphany Sat, 24 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this eve of Christmas we look at the fragile story of Mary, Joseph and Jesus and how the responsibility for living out and continuing this story is now passed to us. On this eve of Christmas we look at the fragile story of Mary, Joseph and Jesus and how the responsibility for living out and continuing this story is now passed to us. On this eve of Christmas we look at the fragile story of Mary, Joseph and Jesus and how the responsibility for living out and continuing this story is now passed to us. … Julian A. Davies 1010 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906871/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_adifferenttypeofchristmas/id/807663.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906871 Jesus,Mary,Joseph,Christmas, Custom categories: Location: The University Church Sun, 18 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In Mary's story we see similarities and differences to Elizabeth's story. One builds upon the other. Mary - a young girl in a very frightening and difficult position - shows us what an authentic human response to Christmas can be. If we are looking for a different kind of Christmas this year, we need only look to this young girl for advice. In Mary's story we see similarities and differences to Elizabeth's story. One builds upon the other. Mary - a young girl in a very frightening and difficult position - shows us what an authentic human response to Christmas can be. If we are looking for a different kind of Christmas this year, we need only look to this young girl for advice. In Mary's story we see similarities and differences to Elizabeth's story. One builds upon the other. Mary - a young girl in a very frightening and difficult position - shows us what an authentic human response to Christmas can be. If we are looking f… Julian A. Davies 1215 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906869/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_marysstory/id/807662.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906869 Mary,Jesus,Christmas,Gabriel Sun, 18 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In Mary's story we see similarities and differences to Elizabeth's story. One builds upon the other. Mary - a young girl in a very frightening and difficult position - shows us what an authentic human response to Christmas can be. If we are looking for a different kind of Christmas this year, we need only look to this young girl for advice. In Mary's story we see similarities and differences to Elizabeth's story. One builds upon the other. Mary - a young girl in a very frightening and difficult position - shows us what an authentic human response to Christmas can be. If we are looking for a different kind of Christmas this year, we need only look to this young girl for advice. In Mary's story we see similarities and differences to Elizabeth's story. One builds upon the other. Mary - a young girl in a very frightening and difficult position - shows us what an authentic human response to Christmas can be. If we are looking f… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906869/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_marysstory/id/125214 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906869 Mary,Jesus,Christmas,Gabriel Sun, 11 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the story of Elizabeth and Zechariah we encounter anticipation, hope, wholeness and joy - the very themes of Advent. As we hear this story we are transported back to a time and place remote from us and yet one in which our human struggles remain the same. In the story of Elizabeth and Zechariah we encounter anticipation, hope, wholeness and joy - the very themes of Advent. As we hear this story we are transported back to a time and place remote from us and yet one in which our human struggles remain the same. In the story of Elizabeth and Zechariah we encounter anticipation, hope, wholeness and joy - the very themes of Advent. As we hear this story we are transported back to a time and place remote from us and yet one in which our human struggles remain the… Julian A. Davies 2506 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906867/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_elizabethsstory/id/807660.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906867 Elizabeth,Zechariah,John the Baptist,Advent Sun, 11 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the story of Elizabeth and Zechariah we encounter anticipation, hope, wholeness and joy - the very themes of Advent. As we hear this story we are transported back to a time and place remote from us and yet one in which our human struggles remain the same. In the story of Elizabeth and Zechariah we encounter anticipation, hope, wholeness and joy - the very themes of Advent. As we hear this story we are transported back to a time and place remote from us and yet one in which our human struggles remain the same. In the story of Elizabeth and Zechariah we encounter anticipation, hope, wholeness and joy - the very themes of Advent. As we hear this story we are transported back to a time and place remote from us and yet one in which our human struggles remain the… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906867/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_elizabethsstory/id/125213 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906867 Elizabeth,Zechariah,John the Baptist,Advent Sun, 04 Dec 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Second Sunday of Advent, as we light the Candle of Peace, we anticipate the coming of Christ through the words of Matthew as he appropriates images and concepts from the Book of Isaiah in his writing. On this Second Sunday of Advent, as we light the Candle of Peace, we anticipate the coming of Christ through the words of Matthew as he appropriates images and concepts from the Book of Isaiah in his writing. On this Second Sunday of Advent, as we light the Candle of Peace, we anticipate the coming of Christ through the words of Matthew as he appropriates images and concepts from the Book of Isaiah in his writing. … Julian A. Davies 1734 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906866/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_anticipation/id/807659.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906866 Advent,Peace,Shalom,Anticipation Sun, 04 Dec 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Second Sunday of Advent, as we light the Candle of Peace, we anticipate the coming of Christ through the words of Matthew as he appropriates images and concepts from the Book of Isaiah in his writing. On this Second Sunday of Advent, as we light the Candle of Peace, we anticipate the coming of Christ through the words of Matthew as he appropriates images and concepts from the Book of Isaiah in his writing. On this Second Sunday of Advent, as we light the Candle of Peace, we anticipate the coming of Christ through the words of Matthew as he appropriates images and concepts from the Book of Isaiah in his writing. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906866/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_anticipation/id/125212 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906866 Advent,Peace,Shalom,Anticipation Sun, 27 Nov 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this First Sunday Of Advent, as we light the Candle of Hope, we are called to remember that our hope is predicated not in our faithfulness to God but in God's faithfulness to us. The faithfulness of God, given a human face at Christmas, becomes real as we seek to live into our vocation: ushering in the Kingdom of God. On this First Sunday Of Advent, as we light the Candle of Hope, we are called to remember that our hope is predicated not in our faithfulness to God but in God's faithfulness to us. The faithfulness of God, given a human face at Christmas, becomes real as we seek to live into our vocation: ushering in the Kingdom of God. On this First Sunday Of Advent, as we light the Candle of Hope, we are called to remember that our hope is predicated not in our faithfulness to God but in God's faithfulness to us. The faithfulness of God, given a human face at Christmas, becomes real… Julian A. Davies 1887 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906865/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thefaithfulnessofgod/id/807658.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906865 Hope,Faithfulness,Advent,Kingdom of God, Scripture: Isaiah 64:1-64:5 Sun, 27 Nov 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this First Sunday Of Advent, as we light the Candle of Hope, we are called to remember that our hope is predicated not in our faithfulness to God but in God's faithfulness to us. The faithfulness of God, given a human face at Christmas, becomes real as we seek to live into our vocation: ushering in the Kingdom of God. On this First Sunday Of Advent, as we light the Candle of Hope, we are called to remember that our hope is predicated not in our faithfulness to God but in God's faithfulness to us. The faithfulness of God, given a human face at Christmas, becomes real as we seek to live into our vocation: ushering in the Kingdom of God. On this First Sunday Of Advent, as we light the Candle of Hope, we are called to remember that our hope is predicated not in our faithfulness to God but in God's faithfulness to us. The faithfulness of God, given a human face at Christmas, becomes real… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906865/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thefaithfulnessofgod/id/125211 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906865 Hope,Faithfulness,Advent,Kingdom of God, Scripture: Isaiah 64:1-64:5 Sun, 20 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this special Sunday in the church year - Christ The King Sunday - we look at the Kingship of Christ - a way of being a king unlike any other that humankind has ever known. We explore the central ideas of the Kingdom of God and how these are designed to shape our understanding of Christ's kingship. On this special Sunday in the church year - Christ The King Sunday - we look at the Kingship of Christ - a way of being a king unlike any other that humankind has ever known. We explore the central ideas of the Kingdom of God and how these are designed to shape our understanding of Christ's kingship. On this special Sunday in the church year - Christ The King Sunday - we look at the Kingship of Christ - a way of being a king unlike any other that humankind has ever known. We explore the central ideas of the Kingdom of God and how these are designed… Julian A. Davies 1766 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906863/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_lookingtothecomingofaking/id/807656.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906863 Christ,Kingship,Kingdom of God Sun, 20 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this special Sunday in the church year - Christ The King Sunday - we look at the Kingship of Christ - a way of being a king unlike any other that humankind has ever known. We explore the central ideas of the Kingdom of God and how these are designed to shape our understanding of Christ's kingship. On this special Sunday in the church year - Christ The King Sunday - we look at the Kingship of Christ - a way of being a king unlike any other that humankind has ever known. We explore the central ideas of the Kingdom of God and how these are designed to shape our understanding of Christ's kingship. On this special Sunday in the church year - Christ The King Sunday - we look at the Kingship of Christ - a way of being a king unlike any other that humankind has ever known. We explore the central ideas of the Kingdom of God and how these are designed… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906863/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_lookingtothecomingofaking/id/125210 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906863 Christ,Kingship,Kingdom of God Sun, 13 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies The Gospel of John begins with words that remind us of the start of the Book of Genesis, "In the beginning ..." Those familiar with Genesis might expect to hear next, "God created ..." but instead, from John, we hear, "was the Word." We explore the reasons why John might want us to think back to Genesis as he starts to write about Jesus. The Gospel of John begins with words that remind us of the start of the Book of Genesis, "In the beginning ..." Those familiar with Genesis might expect to hear next, "God created ..." but instead, from John, we hear, "was the Word." We explore the reasons why John might want us to think back to Genesis as he starts to write about Jesus. The Gospel of John begins with words that remind us of the start of the Book of Genesis, "In the beginning ..." Those familiar with Genesis might expect to hear next, "God created ..." but instead, from John, we hear, "was the Word." We explore the rea… Julian A. Davies 1438 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906861/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_backtothebeginning/id/807655.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906861 Gospel of John,Word,Light,Jesus, Scripture: John 1:1-1:8 Sun, 13 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies The Gospel of John begins with words that remind us of the start of the Book of Genesis, "In the beginning ..." Those familiar with Genesis might expect to hear next, "God created ..." but instead, from John, we hear, "was the Word." We explore the reasons why John might want us to think back to Genesis as he starts to write about Jesus. The Gospel of John begins with words that remind us of the start of the Book of Genesis, "In the beginning ..." Those familiar with Genesis might expect to hear next, "God created ..." but instead, from John, we hear, "was the Word." We explore the reasons why John might want us to think back to Genesis as he starts to write about Jesus. The Gospel of John begins with words that remind us of the start of the Book of Genesis, "In the beginning ..." Those familiar with Genesis might expect to hear next, "God created ..." but instead, from John, we hear, "was the Word." We explore the rea… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906861/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_backtothebeginning/id/125209 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906861 Gospel of John,Word,Light,Jesus, Scripture: John 1:1-1:8 Sun, 06 Nov 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies We have seen that the narrative presented to us in Protestant Bibles has some 300 - perhaps even 400 - years of silence between the books, although much of great importance happened during that time. Today we look at the start of the Gospel of Mark and look back on the intertestamental period and beyond to see if that sheds light on what we read as we transition into the New Testament. We have seen that the narrative presented to us in Protestant Bibles has some 300 - perhaps even 400 - years of silence between the books, although much of great importance happened during that time. Today we look at the start of the Gospel of Mark and look back on the intertestamental period and beyond to see if that sheds light on what we read as we transition into the New Testament. We have seen that the narrative presented to us in Protestant Bibles has some 300 - perhaps even 400 - years of silence between the books, although much of great importance happened during that time. Today we look at the start of the Gospel of Mark and… Julian A. Davies 1916 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906860/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_threehundredyearsofsilence/id/807654.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906860 Augustus,Jesus,Mark,John the Baptist Sun, 06 Nov 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies We have seen that the narrative presented to us in Protestant Bibles has some 300 - perhaps even 400 - years of silence between the books, although much of great importance happened during that time. Today we look at the start of the Gospel of Mark and look back on the intertestamental period and beyond to see if that sheds light on what we read as we transition into the New Testament. We have seen that the narrative presented to us in Protestant Bibles has some 300 - perhaps even 400 - years of silence between the books, although much of great importance happened during that time. Today we look at the start of the Gospel of Mark and look back on the intertestamental period and beyond to see if that sheds light on what we read as we transition into the New Testament. We have seen that the narrative presented to us in Protestant Bibles has some 300 - perhaps even 400 - years of silence between the books, although much of great importance happened during that time. Today we look at the start of the Gospel of Mark and… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906860/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_threehundredyearsofsilence/id/125208 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906860 Augustus,Jesus,Mark,John the Baptist Sun, 30 Oct 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies When we close the Old Testament, we finish reading a document written in Hebrew (with a little Aramaic here and there) and when we open the New Testament we encounter a document written in Greek. What happened to bring about such a huge change in just a few hundred years? When we close the Old Testament, we finish reading a document written in Hebrew (with a little Aramaic here and there) and when we open the New Testament we encounter a document written in Greek. What happened to bring about such a huge change in just a few hundred years? When we close the Old Testament, we finish reading a document written in Hebrew (with a little Aramaic here and there) and when we open the New Testament we encounter a document written in Greek. What happened to bring about such a huge change in just … Julian A. Davies 1858 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906859/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_betweenthebooks/id/807653.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906859 Alexander the Great,Antiochus Epiphanes,Maccabees Sun, 30 Oct 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies When we close the Old Testament, we finish reading a document written in Hebrew (with a little Aramaic here and there) and when we open the New Testament we encounter a document written in Greek. What happened to bring about such a huge change in just a few hundred years? When we close the Old Testament, we finish reading a document written in Hebrew (with a little Aramaic here and there) and when we open the New Testament we encounter a document written in Greek. What happened to bring about such a huge change in just a few hundred years? When we close the Old Testament, we finish reading a document written in Hebrew (with a little Aramaic here and there) and when we open the New Testament we encounter a document written in Greek. What happened to bring about such a huge change in just … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906859/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_betweenthebooks/id/125207 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906859 Alexander the Great,Antiochus Epiphanes,Maccabees Sun, 23 Oct 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies The hand of God is seen at work as the Babylonians are defeated by the Persians and Cyrus issues an edict allowing the exiles to return to Judah where they set about building a second Temple. The conflicts and prophetic voices that accompany this great work set the stage for the coming of the Messiah in the years ahead. The hand of God is seen at work as the Babylonians are defeated by the Persians and Cyrus issues an edict allowing the exiles to return to Judah where they set about building a second Temple. The conflicts and prophetic voices that accompany this great work set the stage for the coming of the Messiah in the years ahead. The hand of God is seen at work as the Babylonians are defeated by the Persians and Cyrus issues an edict allowing the exiles to return to Judah where they set about building a second Temple. The conflicts and prophetic voices that accompany this great… Julian A. Davies 1744 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906858/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_asecondtemple/id/807652.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906858 Judah,Babylon,Cyrus,Temple Sun, 23 Oct 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies The hand of God is seen at work as the Babylonians are defeated by the Persians and Cyrus issues an edict allowing the exiles to return to Judah where they set about building a second Temple. The conflicts and prophetic voices that accompany this great work set the stage for the coming of the Messiah in the years ahead. The hand of God is seen at work as the Babylonians are defeated by the Persians and Cyrus issues an edict allowing the exiles to return to Judah where they set about building a second Temple. The conflicts and prophetic voices that accompany this great work set the stage for the coming of the Messiah in the years ahead. The hand of God is seen at work as the Babylonians are defeated by the Persians and Cyrus issues an edict allowing the exiles to return to Judah where they set about building a second Temple. The conflicts and prophetic voices that accompany this great… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906858/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_asecondtemple/id/125206 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906858 Judah,Babylon,Cyrus,Temple Sun, 16 Oct 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies The crushing period of the Exile shapes the religious life of the people of God. The parallels to those who feel exiled from the community of God's people are striking. The crushing period of the Exile shapes the religious life of the people of God. The parallels to those who feel exiled from the community of God's people are striking. The crushing period of the Exile shapes the religious life of the people of God. The parallels to those who feel exiled from the community of God's people are striking.… Julian A. Davies 1258 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906857/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_inexile/id/807651.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906857 Exile,Babylon,Judea,Jerusalem, Scripture: Ezekiel 1:1-1:3 Sun, 16 Oct 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies The crushing period of the Exile shapes the religious life of the people of God. The parallels to those who feel exiled from the community of God's people are striking. The crushing period of the Exile shapes the religious life of the people of God. The parallels to those who feel exiled from the community of God's people are striking. The crushing period of the Exile shapes the religious life of the people of God. The parallels to those who feel exiled from the community of God's people are striking.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906857/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_inexile/id/125205 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906857 Exile,Babylon,Judea,Jerusalem, Scripture: Ezekiel 1:1-1:3 Sun, 09 Oct 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we explore the events leading up to the Babylonian Exile and the theological crisis that this brought about for the people of Judah. Interestingly enough, it is the same theological crisis that many encounter today! As we explore the events leading up to the Babylonian Exile and the theological crisis that this brought about for the people of Judah. Interestingly enough, it is the same theological crisis that many encounter today! As we explore the events leading up to the Babylonian Exile and the theological crisis that this brought about for the people of Judah. Interestingly enough, it is the same theological crisis that many encounter today!… Julian A. Davies 1599 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906855/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_troubleinthesouth/id/807649.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906855 Judah,Exile,Babylon,Crisis, Scripture: Micah 1:1-1:9 Sun, 09 Oct 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we explore the events leading up to the Babylonian Exile and the theological crisis that this brought about for the people of Judah. Interestingly enough, it is the same theological crisis that many encounter today! As we explore the events leading up to the Babylonian Exile and the theological crisis that this brought about for the people of Judah. Interestingly enough, it is the same theological crisis that many encounter today! As we explore the events leading up to the Babylonian Exile and the theological crisis that this brought about for the people of Judah. Interestingly enough, it is the same theological crisis that many encounter today!… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906855/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_troubleinthesouth/id/125204 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906855 Judah,Exile,Babylon,Crisis, Scripture: Micah 1:1-1:9 Sun, 02 Oct 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we follow the fate of the southern kingdom of Judah we see how its monarchs engage in much which is good, bad and ugly! And as the leaders go, so do the people. We see how easy it is to be influenced by those around us and how such influence can lead not only to good but also to much which is bad or even ugly. How we choose our circle of friends - those who influence us - is seen to be a critical factor in determining how our lives play out. As we follow the fate of the southern kingdom of Judah we see how its monarchs engage in much which is good, bad and ugly! And as the leaders go, so do the people. We see how easy it is to be influenced by those around us and how such influence can lead not only to good but also to much which is bad or even ugly. How we choose our circle of friends - those who influence us - is seen to be a critical factor in determining how our lives play out. As we follow the fate of the southern kingdom of Judah we see how its monarchs engage in much which is good, bad and ugly! And as the leaders go, so do the people. We see how easy it is to be influenced by those around us and how such influence can le… Julian A. Davies 1386 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906853/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_downsouth/id/807647.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906853 Judah,Solomon,Jehoshaphat,Yahweh, Scripture: 1 Kings 11:42-11:43 Sun, 02 Oct 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we follow the fate of the southern kingdom of Judah we see how its monarchs engage in much which is good, bad and ugly! And as the leaders go, so do the people. We see how easy it is to be influenced by those around us and how such influence can lead not only to good but also to much which is bad or even ugly. How we choose our circle of friends - those who influence us - is seen to be a critical factor in determining how our lives play out. As we follow the fate of the southern kingdom of Judah we see how its monarchs engage in much which is good, bad and ugly! And as the leaders go, so do the people. We see how easy it is to be influenced by those around us and how such influence can lead not only to good but also to much which is bad or even ugly. How we choose our circle of friends - those who influence us - is seen to be a critical factor in determining how our lives play out. As we follow the fate of the southern kingdom of Judah we see how its monarchs engage in much which is good, bad and ugly! And as the leaders go, so do the people. We see how easy it is to be influenced by those around us and how such influence can le… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906853/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_downsouth/id/125203 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906853 Judah,Solomon,Jehoshaphat,Yahweh, Scripture: 1 Kings 11:42-11:43 Sun, 25 Sep 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies The last years of the northern kingdom are characterized by bloodshed and mayhem as one king after another fails to be faithful. The nation becomes a vassal state, then an occupied land and finally ceases to exist as a viable entity. The words and deeds of Hosea illustrate the entire saga and the Book of Romans calls on such images to illustrate the work of Jesus and the good news that he presents to us all. The last years of the northern kingdom are characterized by bloodshed and mayhem as one king after another fails to be faithful. The nation becomes a vassal state, then an occupied land and finally ceases to exist as a viable entity. The words and deeds of Hosea illustrate the entire saga and the Book of Romans calls on such images to illustrate the work of Jesus and the good news that he presents to us all. The last years of the northern kingdom are characterized by bloodshed and mayhem as one king after another fails to be faithful. The nation becomes a vassal state, then an occupied land and finally ceases to exist as a viable entity. The words and deed… Julian A. Davies 1193 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906852/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_troubleinthenorth/id/807646.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906852 Israel ,Hosea,Elisha,Assyria Sun, 25 Sep 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies The last years of the northern kingdom are characterized by bloodshed and mayhem as one king after another fails to be faithful. The nation becomes a vassal state, then an occupied land and finally ceases to exist as a viable entity. The words and deeds of Hosea illustrate the entire saga and the Book of Romans calls on such images to illustrate the work of Jesus and the good news that he presents to us all. The last years of the northern kingdom are characterized by bloodshed and mayhem as one king after another fails to be faithful. The nation becomes a vassal state, then an occupied land and finally ceases to exist as a viable entity. The words and deeds of Hosea illustrate the entire saga and the Book of Romans calls on such images to illustrate the work of Jesus and the good news that he presents to us all. The last years of the northern kingdom are characterized by bloodshed and mayhem as one king after another fails to be faithful. The nation becomes a vassal state, then an occupied land and finally ceases to exist as a viable entity. The words and deed… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906852/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_troubleinthenorth/id/125202 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906852 Israel ,Hosea,Elisha,Assyria Sun, 18 Sep 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In our journey through the Biblical narrative, we come the point where the consequences of the division into two kingdoms starts to become apparent. The events in the north build as one king after another "does what is evil in the sight of the LORD". Bad choices have consequences! In our journey through the Biblical narrative, we come the point where the consequences of the division into two kingdoms starts to become apparent. The events in the north build as one king after another "does what is evil in the sight of the LORD". Bad choices have consequences! In our journey through the Biblical narrative, we come the point where the consequences of the division into two kingdoms starts to become apparent. The events in the north build as one king after another "does what is evil in the sight of the LORD". … Julian A. Davies 1233 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906851/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_upnorth/id/807645.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906851 Northern Kingdom,Israel,Evil,Consequences, Scripture: 1 Kings 18:17-18:40 Sun, 18 Sep 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In our journey through the Biblical narrative, we come the point where the consequences of the division into two kingdoms starts to become apparent. The events in the north build as one king after another "does what is evil in the sight of the LORD". Bad choices have consequences! In our journey through the Biblical narrative, we come the point where the consequences of the division into two kingdoms starts to become apparent. The events in the north build as one king after another "does what is evil in the sight of the LORD". Bad choices have consequences! In our journey through the Biblical narrative, we come the point where the consequences of the division into two kingdoms starts to become apparent. The events in the north build as one king after another "does what is evil in the sight of the LORD". … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906851/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_upnorth/id/125201 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906851 Northern Kingdom,Israel,Evil,Consequences, Scripture: 1 Kings 18:17-18:40 Sun, 11 Sep 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies King Solomon was legendary for his wisdom and yet he was not wise enough to see how his own actions would lead to the disintegration of his kingdom under the rule of his son. The division of the kingdom led to two separate realms: Israel and Judah and it was hundreds of years later that Jesus set about rebuilding the people of God into one body with one mission. King Solomon was legendary for his wisdom and yet he was not wise enough to see how his own actions would lead to the disintegration of his kingdom under the rule of his son. The division of the kingdom led to two separate realms: Israel and Judah and it was hundreds of years later that Jesus set about rebuilding the people of God into one body with one mission. King Solomon was legendary for his wisdom and yet he was not wise enough to see how his own actions would lead to the disintegration of his kingdom under the rule of his son. The division of the kingdom led to two separate realms: Israel and Judah and … Julian A. Davies 1689 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906850/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thedivision/id/807644.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906850 Israel,Judah,Solomon,Jesus, Scripture: 1 Kings 11:28-11:36 Sun, 11 Sep 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies King Solomon was legendary for his wisdom and yet he was not wise enough to see how his own actions would lead to the disintegration of his kingdom under the rule of his son. The division of the kingdom led to two separate realms: Israel and Judah and it was hundreds of years later that Jesus set about rebuilding the people of God into one body with one mission. King Solomon was legendary for his wisdom and yet he was not wise enough to see how his own actions would lead to the disintegration of his kingdom under the rule of his son. The division of the kingdom led to two separate realms: Israel and Judah and it was hundreds of years later that Jesus set about rebuilding the people of God into one body with one mission. King Solomon was legendary for his wisdom and yet he was not wise enough to see how his own actions would lead to the disintegration of his kingdom under the rule of his son. The division of the kingdom led to two separate realms: Israel and Judah and … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906850/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thedivision/id/125200 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906850 Israel,Judah,Solomon,Jesus, Scripture: 1 Kings 11:28-11:36 Sun, 04 Sep 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Following Saul's descent into mental illness, David becomes king and the 40+ years of his leadership become thought of as "the good old days" in the years to come. But David, a master at making good choices as a king, make many terrible choices in his personal and family life. Somehow the tendency to divide life into slices and see the hand of God in some but not all continues to this day. Following Saul's descent into mental illness, David becomes king and the 40+ years of his leadership become thought of as "the good old days" in the years to come. But David, a master at making good choices as a king, make many terrible choices in his personal and family life. Somehow the tendency to divide life into slices and see the hand of God in some but not all continues to this day. Following Saul's descent into mental illness, David becomes king and the 40+ years of his leadership become thought of as "the good old days" in the years to come. But David, a master at making good choices as a king, make many terrible choices in his … Julian A. Davies 1446 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906849/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thegoodolddays/id/807643.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906849 David,King,Choices,Saul, Scripture: 2 Samuel 22:1-22:21 Sun, 04 Sep 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Following Saul's descent into mental illness, David becomes king and the 40+ years of his leadership become thought of as "the good old days" in the years to come. But David, a master at making good choices as a king, make many terrible choices in his personal and family life. Somehow the tendency to divide life into slices and see the hand of God in some but not all continues to this day. Following Saul's descent into mental illness, David becomes king and the 40+ years of his leadership become thought of as "the good old days" in the years to come. But David, a master at making good choices as a king, make many terrible choices in his personal and family life. Somehow the tendency to divide life into slices and see the hand of God in some but not all continues to this day. Following Saul's descent into mental illness, David becomes king and the 40+ years of his leadership become thought of as "the good old days" in the years to come. But David, a master at making good choices as a king, make many terrible choices in his … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906849/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thegoodolddays/id/125199 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906849 David,King,Choices,Saul, Scripture: 2 Samuel 22:1-22:21 Sun, 28 Aug 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies The people of Israel - a group set apart to live directly under the kingship of God - choose instead to have a human king so they can be like everyone else. Unfortunately for them, things turn out badly! It is only with Jesus that we can have both a human king and also live directly under the kingship of God. The people of Israel - a group set apart to live directly under the kingship of God - choose instead to have a human king so they can be like everyone else. Unfortunately for them, things turn out badly! It is only with Jesus that we can have both a human king and also live directly under the kingship of God. The people of Israel - a group set apart to live directly under the kingship of God - choose instead to have a human king so they can be like everyone else. Unfortunately for them, things turn out badly! It is only with Jesus that we can have both a hu… Julian A. Davies 1609 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906848/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_transitiontoaking/id/807642.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906848 Israel,Samuel,Saul,King, Scripture: 1 Samuel 12:1-12:15 Sun, 28 Aug 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies The people of Israel - a group set apart to live directly under the kingship of God - choose instead to have a human king so they can be like everyone else. Unfortunately for them, things turn out badly! It is only with Jesus that we can have both a human king and also live directly under the kingship of God. The people of Israel - a group set apart to live directly under the kingship of God - choose instead to have a human king so they can be like everyone else. Unfortunately for them, things turn out badly! It is only with Jesus that we can have both a human king and also live directly under the kingship of God. The people of Israel - a group set apart to live directly under the kingship of God - choose instead to have a human king so they can be like everyone else. Unfortunately for them, things turn out badly! It is only with Jesus that we can have both a hu… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906848/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_transitiontoaking/id/125198 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906848 Israel,Samuel,Saul,King, Scripture: 1 Samuel 12:1-12:15 Sun, 21 Aug 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies After the death of Joshua, God raises up Judges to lead the people. A cycle of behavior begins: when life is good, the people forget God and behave badly. God responds by delivering them to their enemies and subsequently raising up a Judge who leads them out of trouble into peace and tranquility whereupon they again forget God and re-enter the cycle. Such destructive cycles of behavior continue today and God again provides a way to break out of these cycles. After the death of Joshua, God raises up Judges to lead the people. A cycle of behavior begins: when life is good, the people forget God and behave badly. God responds by delivering them to their enemies and subsequently raising up a Judge who leads them out of trouble into peace and tranquility whereupon they again forget God and re-enter the cycle. Such destructive cycles of behavior continue today and God again provides a way to break out of these cycles. After the death of Joshua, God raises up Judges to lead the people. A cycle of behavior begins: when life is good, the people forget God and behave badly. God responds by delivering them to their enemies and subsequently raising up a Judge who leads th… Julian A. Davies 1560 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906847/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_theudges/id/807641.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906847 Judges,Joshua,War,Peace, Scripture: Judges 2:8-2:19 Sun, 21 Aug 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies After the death of Joshua, God raises up Judges to lead the people. A cycle of behavior begins: when life is good, the people forget God and behave badly. God responds by delivering them to their enemies and subsequently raising up a Judge who leads them out of trouble into peace and tranquility whereupon they again forget God and re-enter the cycle. Such destructive cycles of behavior continue today and God again provides a way to break out of these cycles. After the death of Joshua, God raises up Judges to lead the people. A cycle of behavior begins: when life is good, the people forget God and behave badly. God responds by delivering them to their enemies and subsequently raising up a Judge who leads them out of trouble into peace and tranquility whereupon they again forget God and re-enter the cycle. Such destructive cycles of behavior continue today and God again provides a way to break out of these cycles. After the death of Joshua, God raises up Judges to lead the people. A cycle of behavior begins: when life is good, the people forget God and behave badly. God responds by delivering them to their enemies and subsequently raising up a Judge who leads th… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906847/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_theudges/id/125197 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906847 Judges,Joshua,War,Peace, Scripture: Judges 2:8-2:19 Sun, 14 Aug 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As the people of God gather on the banks of the River Jordan, ready to enter the Promised Land, they are told repeatedly to have strength and to be courageous. When we have the strength and courage to step into unknown waters, we can move the world ever closer to God's Kingdom. As the people of God gather on the banks of the River Jordan, ready to enter the Promised Land, they are told repeatedly to have strength and to be courageous. When we have the strength and courage to step into unknown waters, we can move the world ever closer to God's Kingdom. As the people of God gather on the banks of the River Jordan, ready to enter the Promised Land, they are told repeatedly to have strength and to be courageous. When we have the strength and courage to step into unknown waters, we can move the world eve… Julian A. Davies 1935 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906846/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thepromisedland/id/807640.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906846 Promised Land,Joshua,Moses,Courage Sun, 14 Aug 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As the people of God gather on the banks of the River Jordan, ready to enter the Promised Land, they are told repeatedly to have strength and to be courageous. When we have the strength and courage to step into unknown waters, we can move the world ever closer to God's Kingdom. As the people of God gather on the banks of the River Jordan, ready to enter the Promised Land, they are told repeatedly to have strength and to be courageous. When we have the strength and courage to step into unknown waters, we can move the world ever closer to God's Kingdom. As the people of God gather on the banks of the River Jordan, ready to enter the Promised Land, they are told repeatedly to have strength and to be courageous. When we have the strength and courage to step into unknown waters, we can move the world eve… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906846/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thepromisedland/id/125196 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906846 Promised Land,Joshua,Moses,Courage Sun, 07 Aug 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies To whom do we turn when we find ourselves in the desert? Despite a continuous demonstration of the Presence of God among the wandering people of Israel in this account they choose to turn to a golden calf! To whom do we turn when we find ourselves in the desert? Despite a continuous demonstration of the Presence of God among the wandering people of Israel in this account they choose to turn to a golden calf! To whom do we turn when we find ourselves in the desert? Despite a continuous demonstration of the Presence of God among the wandering people of Israel in this account they choose to turn to a golden calf! … Julian A. Davies 1283 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906845/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_inthedesert/id/807639.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906845 Presence,Exodus,Apostacy,Moses, Scripture: Exodus 32:7-32:14 Sun, 07 Aug 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies To whom do we turn when we find ourselves in the desert? Despite a continuous demonstration of the Presence of God among the wandering people of Israel in this account they choose to turn to a golden calf! To whom do we turn when we find ourselves in the desert? Despite a continuous demonstration of the Presence of God among the wandering people of Israel in this account they choose to turn to a golden calf! To whom do we turn when we find ourselves in the desert? Despite a continuous demonstration of the Presence of God among the wandering people of Israel in this account they choose to turn to a golden calf! … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906845/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_inthedesert/id/125195 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906845 Presence,Exodus,Apostacy,Moses, Scripture: Exodus 32:7-32:14 Sun, 31 Jul 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies We encounter Moses who encounters God through the agency of a burning bush! In this theophany/call narrative, we see the primary message of Exodus: Presence! The Presence of God is inextricably linked to freedom and freedom is inextricably linked to the Presence of God. We encounter Moses who encounters God through the agency of a burning bush! In this theophany/call narrative, we see the primary message of Exodus: Presence! The Presence of God is inextricably linked to freedom and freedom is inextricably linked to the Presence of God. We encounter Moses who encounters God through the agency of a burning bush! In this theophany/call narrative, we see the primary message of Exodus: Presence! The Presence of God is inextricably linked to freedom and freedom is inextricably linked to … Julian A. Davies 1344 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906844/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_outofegypt/id/807638.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906844 Moses,Burning bush,Theophany,Call Sun, 31 Jul 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies We encounter Moses who encounters God through the agency of a burning bush! In this theophany/call narrative, we see the primary message of Exodus: Presence! The Presence of God is inextricably linked to freedom and freedom is inextricably linked to the Presence of God. We encounter Moses who encounters God through the agency of a burning bush! In this theophany/call narrative, we see the primary message of Exodus: Presence! The Presence of God is inextricably linked to freedom and freedom is inextricably linked to the Presence of God. We encounter Moses who encounters God through the agency of a burning bush! In this theophany/call narrative, we see the primary message of Exodus: Presence! The Presence of God is inextricably linked to freedom and freedom is inextricably linked to … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906844/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_outofegypt/id/125194 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906844 Moses,Burning bush,Theophany,Call Sun, 24 Jul 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Pharaoh lays out a nine-point plan for the enslavement of an entire people - a plan that has been used many times over the intervening centuries and is still employed today. Pharaoh lays out a nine-point plan for the enslavement of an entire people - a plan that has been used many times over the intervening centuries and is still employed today. Pharaoh lays out a nine-point plan for the enslavement of an entire people - a plan that has been used many times over the intervening centuries and is still employed today. … Julian A. Davies 1231 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906843/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thedescentintoslavery/id/807637.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906843 Slavery,Egypt,Pharaoh Sun, 24 Jul 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Pharaoh lays out a nine-point plan for the enslavement of an entire people - a plan that has been used many times over the intervening centuries and is still employed today. Pharaoh lays out a nine-point plan for the enslavement of an entire people - a plan that has been used many times over the intervening centuries and is still employed today. Pharaoh lays out a nine-point plan for the enslavement of an entire people - a plan that has been used many times over the intervening centuries and is still employed today. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906843/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thedescentintoslavery/id/125193 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906843 Slavery,Egypt,Pharaoh Sun, 17 Jul 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies When Joseph is sold into slavery by his brothers, God opens pathways that enable him to save his people from famine. In retrospect, it is possible to see the hand of God working in Joseph's life. When Joseph is sold into slavery by his brothers, God opens pathways that enable him to save his people from famine. In retrospect, it is possible to see the hand of God working in Joseph's life. When Joseph is sold into slavery by his brothers, God opens pathways that enable him to save his people from famine. In retrospect, it is possible to see the hand of God working in Joseph's life.… Julian A. Davies 1653 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906842/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_intoegypt/id/807636.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906842 Joseph,Egypt,Slave,Famine, Scripture: Genesis 37:1-37:27 Sun, 17 Jul 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies When Joseph is sold into slavery by his brothers, God opens pathways that enable him to save his people from famine. In retrospect, it is possible to see the hand of God working in Joseph's life. When Joseph is sold into slavery by his brothers, God opens pathways that enable him to save his people from famine. In retrospect, it is possible to see the hand of God working in Joseph's life. When Joseph is sold into slavery by his brothers, God opens pathways that enable him to save his people from famine. In retrospect, it is possible to see the hand of God working in Joseph's life.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906842/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_intoegypt/id/125192 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906842 Joseph,Egypt,Slave,Famine, Scripture: Genesis 37:1-37:27 Sun, 10 Jul 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies We explore the call of Abram as detailed in Genesis 12 and expounded upon in Acts 3. How does the call of this patriarch shape our own call as Christians working to usher in the Kingdom of God? We explore the call of Abram as detailed in Genesis 12 and expounded upon in Acts 3. How does the call of this patriarch shape our own call as Christians working to usher in the Kingdom of God? We explore the call of Abram as detailed in Genesis 12 and expounded upon in Acts 3. How does the call of this patriarch shape our own call as Christians working to usher in the Kingdom of God?… Julian A. Davies 1278 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906841/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_onbeingcalled/id/807635.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906841 Abram,Call,Kingdom of God Sun, 10 Jul 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies We explore the call of Abram as detailed in Genesis 12 and expounded upon in Acts 3. How does the call of this patriarch shape our own call as Christians working to usher in the Kingdom of God? We explore the call of Abram as detailed in Genesis 12 and expounded upon in Acts 3. How does the call of this patriarch shape our own call as Christians working to usher in the Kingdom of God? We explore the call of Abram as detailed in Genesis 12 and expounded upon in Acts 3. How does the call of this patriarch shape our own call as Christians working to usher in the Kingdom of God?… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906841/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_onbeingcalled/id/125191 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906841 Abram,Call,Kingdom of God Sun, 03 Jul 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies The familiar story of Noah and the flood is a favorite of children's authors for coloring books and yet the narrative is actually one of serious and thoughtful content. What happens when the earth itself cries out about injustice? The familiar story of Noah and the flood is a favorite of children's authors for coloring books and yet the narrative is actually one of serious and thoughtful content. What happens when the earth itself cries out about injustice? The familiar story of Noah and the flood is a favorite of children's authors for coloring books and yet the narrative is actually one of serious and thoughtful content. What happens when the earth itself cries out about injustice?… Julian A. Davies 1343 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906840/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_anewstart/id/807634.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906840 Noah,Flood,Jesus,Earth, Scripture: Genesis 5:28-5:32 Sun, 03 Jul 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies The familiar story of Noah and the flood is a favorite of children's authors for coloring books and yet the narrative is actually one of serious and thoughtful content. What happens when the earth itself cries out about injustice? The familiar story of Noah and the flood is a favorite of children's authors for coloring books and yet the narrative is actually one of serious and thoughtful content. What happens when the earth itself cries out about injustice? The familiar story of Noah and the flood is a favorite of children's authors for coloring books and yet the narrative is actually one of serious and thoughtful content. What happens when the earth itself cries out about injustice?… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906840/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_anewstart/id/125190 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906840 Noah,Flood,Jesus,Earth, Scripture: Genesis 5:28-5:32 Sun, 26 Jun 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In this series, we look at the Biblical narrative from start to finish, locating the various accounts in chronological order. We start, of course, in the beginning! In this series, we look at the Biblical narrative from start to finish, locating the various accounts in chronological order. We start, of course, in the beginning! In this series, we look at the Biblical narrative from start to finish, locating the various accounts in chronological order. We start, of course, in the beginning!… Julian A. Davies 1417 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906838/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_inthebeginning/id/807632.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906838 Bible,Genesis,Children of God,Creation Sun, 19 Jun 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Dustin Perkins On this Trinity Sunday, we look at the question of how we :find God" in a secular world. On this Trinity Sunday, we look at the question of how we :find God" in a secular world. On this Trinity Sunday, we look at the question of how we :find God" in a secular world.… Dustin Perkins 954 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906837/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_findinggodinasecularworld/id/807631.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906837 Trinity,God Sun, 12 Jun 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Diana M. Davis On this Pentecost Sunday we explore what it means to be "Sent With The Spirit". On this Pentecost Sunday we explore what it means to be "Sent With The Spirit". On this Pentecost Sunday we explore what it means to be "Sent With The Spirit". … Diana M. Davis 1245 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906836/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_sentwiththespirit/id/807630.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906836 Pentecost,Holy Spirit Sun, 12 Jun 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Diana M. Davis On this Pentecost Sunday we explore what it means to be "Sent With The Spirit". On this Pentecost Sunday we explore what it means to be "Sent With The Spirit". On this Pentecost Sunday we explore what it means to be "Sent With The Spirit". … Diana M. Davis https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906836/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_sentwiththespirit/id/125189 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906836 Pentecost,Holy Spirit Sun, 05 Jun 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On Ascension Sunday we look at the brief description of "the ascension" provided by Luke. How might we understand this event within the worldview of those who witnessed it and what is its significance for us today? On Ascension Sunday we look at the brief description of "the ascension" provided by Luke. How might we understand this event within the worldview of those who witnessed it and what is its significance for us today? On Ascension Sunday we look at the brief description of "the ascension" provided by Luke. How might we understand this event within the worldview of those who witnessed it and what is its significance for us today?… Julian A. Davies 1226 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906835/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_openminds/id/807629.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906835 Ascension,Jesus,Worldview,Cosmology Sun, 05 Jun 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On Ascension Sunday we look at the brief description of "the ascension" provided by Luke. How might we understand this event within the worldview of those who witnessed it and what is its significance for us today? On Ascension Sunday we look at the brief description of "the ascension" provided by Luke. How might we understand this event within the worldview of those who witnessed it and what is its significance for us today? On Ascension Sunday we look at the brief description of "the ascension" provided by Luke. How might we understand this event within the worldview of those who witnessed it and what is its significance for us today?… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906835/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_openminds/id/125188 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906835 Ascension,Jesus,Worldview,Cosmology Sun, 29 May 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Today we anticipate the coming of Pentecost with the words of Jesus in the farewell discourse of the Gospel of John. How are we to be guided and shaped in our lives? The Paraclete/Advocate is the agent by which this is accomplished. Today we anticipate the coming of Pentecost with the words of Jesus in the farewell discourse of the Gospel of John. How are we to be guided and shaped in our lives? The Paraclete/Advocate is the agent by which this is accomplished. Today we anticipate the coming of Pentecost with the words of Jesus in the farewell discourse of the Gospel of John. How are we to be guided and shaped in our lives? The Paraclete/Advocate is the agent by which this is accomplished.… Julian A. Davies 1289 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906834/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_ifyouloveme/id/807628.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906834 Holy Spirit,Paraclete,Advocate,Jesus, Scripture: Acts 14:15-14:21 Sun, 29 May 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Today we anticipate the coming of Pentecost with the words of Jesus in the farewell discourse of the Gospel of John. How are we to be guided and shaped in our lives? The Paraclete/Advocate is the agent by which this is accomplished. Today we anticipate the coming of Pentecost with the words of Jesus in the farewell discourse of the Gospel of John. How are we to be guided and shaped in our lives? The Paraclete/Advocate is the agent by which this is accomplished. Today we anticipate the coming of Pentecost with the words of Jesus in the farewell discourse of the Gospel of John. How are we to be guided and shaped in our lives? The Paraclete/Advocate is the agent by which this is accomplished.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906834/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_ifyouloveme/id/125187 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906834 Holy Spirit,Paraclete,Advocate,Jesus, Scripture: Acts 14:15-14:21 Sun, 22 May 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies What do we do when our expectations of faith don't work out quite as we had expected? The recipients of the letter known as 1 Peter were working to understand their faith even as all those who had personally known Jesus were dying away and the future looked unclear. Just as today, they needed encouragement and clarification. What do we do when our expectations of faith don't work out quite as we had expected? The recipients of the letter known as 1 Peter were working to understand their faith even as all those who had personally known Jesus were dying away and the future looked unclear. Just as today, they needed encouragement and clarification. What do we do when our expectations of faith don't work out quite as we had expected? The recipients of the letter known as 1 Peter were working to understand their faith even as all those who had personally known Jesus were dying away and the future … Julian A. Davies 1332 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906832/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_nowyouaregodspeople/id/807626.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906832 Church,Faith,1 Peter,Worship Sun, 22 May 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies What do we do when our expectations of faith don't work out quite as we had expected? The recipients of the letter known as 1 Peter were working to understand their faith even as all those who had personally known Jesus were dying away and the future looked unclear. Just as today, they needed encouragement and clarification. What do we do when our expectations of faith don't work out quite as we had expected? The recipients of the letter known as 1 Peter were working to understand their faith even as all those who had personally known Jesus were dying away and the future looked unclear. Just as today, they needed encouragement and clarification. What do we do when our expectations of faith don't work out quite as we had expected? The recipients of the letter known as 1 Peter were working to understand their faith even as all those who had personally known Jesus were dying away and the future … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906832/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_nowyouaregodspeople/id/125186 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906832 Church,Faith,1 Peter,Worship Sun, 15 May 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies We examine the life of the early community of faith as detailed in Acts 2. What can learn about being the church in the world today from the writings of Luke? We examine the life of the early community of faith as detailed in Acts 2. What can learn about being the church in the world today from the writings of Luke? We examine the life of the early community of faith as detailed in Acts 2. What can learn about being the church in the world today from the writings of Luke?… Julian A. Davies 891 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906831/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_daybyday/id/807625.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906831 Church,Core values,Ministry,Mission Sun, 15 May 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies We examine the life of the early community of faith as detailed in Acts 2. What can learn about being the church in the world today from the writings of Luke? We examine the life of the early community of faith as detailed in Acts 2. What can learn about being the church in the world today from the writings of Luke? We examine the life of the early community of faith as detailed in Acts 2. What can learn about being the church in the world today from the writings of Luke?… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906831/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_daybyday/id/125185 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906831 Church,Core values,Ministry,Mission Sun, 08 May 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On the road to Emmaus, two travelers encounter the risen Christ and recognize him through the interpretation of Scripture and in the breaking of bread. They turn and head in the opposite direction and gather with others who have had similar experiences. Their journey teaches us about our own. On the road to Emmaus, two travelers encounter the risen Christ and recognize him through the interpretation of Scripture and in the breaking of bread. They turn and head in the opposite direction and gather with others who have had similar experiences. Their journey teaches us about our own. On the road to Emmaus, two travelers encounter the risen Christ and recognize him through the interpretation of Scripture and in the breaking of bread. They turn and head in the opposite direction and gather with others who have had similar experiences… Julian A. Davies 1837 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906830/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_ontheroadagain/id/807624.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906830 Emmaus,Jesus,Resurrection,Communion Sun, 08 May 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On the road to Emmaus, two travelers encounter the risen Christ and recognize him through the interpretation of Scripture and in the breaking of bread. They turn and head in the opposite direction and gather with others who have had similar experiences. Their journey teaches us about our own. On the road to Emmaus, two travelers encounter the risen Christ and recognize him through the interpretation of Scripture and in the breaking of bread. They turn and head in the opposite direction and gather with others who have had similar experiences. Their journey teaches us about our own. On the road to Emmaus, two travelers encounter the risen Christ and recognize him through the interpretation of Scripture and in the breaking of bread. They turn and head in the opposite direction and gather with others who have had similar experiences… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906830/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_ontheroadagain/id/125184 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906830 Emmaus,Jesus,Resurrection,Communion Sun, 01 May 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the account of "Doubting Thomas" we see how doubt gives way to faith. The very human reactions of the followers of Jesus at the time of the resurrection, confusion, doubt and fear, can nonetheless be the forces that drive us towards clarity, faith and fearlessness in our actions to carry the Good News into the world. In the account of "Doubting Thomas" we see how doubt gives way to faith. The very human reactions of the followers of Jesus at the time of the resurrection, confusion, doubt and fear, can nonetheless be the forces that drive us towards clarity, faith and fearlessness in our actions to carry the Good News into the world. In the account of "Doubting Thomas" we see how doubt gives way to faith. The very human reactions of the followers of Jesus at the time of the resurrection, confusion, doubt and fear, can nonetheless be the forces that drive us towards clarity, faith a… Julian A. Davies 1060 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906829/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_wereyououtwhenesusstoppedby/id/807623.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906829 Thomas,Doubt,Action,Faith Sun, 01 May 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the account of "Doubting Thomas" we see how doubt gives way to faith. The very human reactions of the followers of Jesus at the time of the resurrection, confusion, doubt and fear, can nonetheless be the forces that drive us towards clarity, faith and fearlessness in our actions to carry the Good News into the world. In the account of "Doubting Thomas" we see how doubt gives way to faith. The very human reactions of the followers of Jesus at the time of the resurrection, confusion, doubt and fear, can nonetheless be the forces that drive us towards clarity, faith and fearlessness in our actions to carry the Good News into the world. In the account of "Doubting Thomas" we see how doubt gives way to faith. The very human reactions of the followers of Jesus at the time of the resurrection, confusion, doubt and fear, can nonetheless be the forces that drive us towards clarity, faith a… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906829/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_wereyououtwhenesusstoppedby/id/125183 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906829 Thomas,Doubt,Action,Faith Sun, 24 Apr 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies He is risen! He is risen indeed! Today, we look at John's account of the empty tomb, reading the narrative with new eyes. All attempts to keep Jesus safely "inside the box" fail on Easter morning. He is risen! He is risen indeed! Today, we look at John's account of the empty tomb, reading the narrative with new eyes. All attempts to keep Jesus safely "inside the box" fail on Easter morning. He is risen! He is risen indeed! Today, we look at John's account of the empty tomb, reading the narrative with new eyes. All attempts to keep Jesus safely "inside the box" fail on Easter morning.… Julian A. Davies 1237 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906826/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_hesback/id/807620.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906826 Easter,Jesus,Resurrection,Gospel of John, Custom categories: Easter Series: Easter Sunday Sun, 17 Apr 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On Palm Sunday we recall the entry of Jesus into Jerusalem to the cries of "Hosanna!" from the crowds; cries that turned to "Crucify him!" within a few days. We see how a mistaken view of Jesus and his purpose in journeying to Jerusalem still today leads to confused and negative views, distorting the meaning of discipleship. On Palm Sunday we recall the entry of Jesus into Jerusalem to the cries of "Hosanna!" from the crowds; cries that turned to "Crucify him!" within a few days. We see how a mistaken view of Jesus and his purpose in journeying to Jerusalem still today leads to confused and negative views, distorting the meaning of discipleship. On Palm Sunday we recall the entry of Jesus into Jerusalem to the cries of "Hosanna!" from the crowds; cries that turned to "Crucify him!" within a few days. We see how a mistaken view of Jesus and his purpose in journeying to Jerusalem still today lea… Julian A. Davies 1655 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906825/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_hosanna/id/807619.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906825 Hosanna,Palm Sunday,Jesus,Jerusalem, Custom categories: Lenten Series: Palm Sunday Sun, 17 Apr 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On Palm Sunday we recall the entry of Jesus into Jerusalem to the cries of "Hosanna!" from the crowds; cries that turned to "Crucify him!" within a few days. We see how a mistaken view of Jesus and his purpose in journeying to Jerusalem still today leads to confused and negative views, distorting the meaning of discipleship. On Palm Sunday we recall the entry of Jesus into Jerusalem to the cries of "Hosanna!" from the crowds; cries that turned to "Crucify him!" within a few days. We see how a mistaken view of Jesus and his purpose in journeying to Jerusalem still today leads to confused and negative views, distorting the meaning of discipleship. On Palm Sunday we recall the entry of Jesus into Jerusalem to the cries of "Hosanna!" from the crowds; cries that turned to "Crucify him!" within a few days. We see how a mistaken view of Jesus and his purpose in journeying to Jerusalem still today lea… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906825/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_hosanna/id/125182 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906825 Hosanna,Palm Sunday,Jesus,Jerusalem, Custom categories: Lenten Series: Palm Sunday Sun, 10 Apr 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As Easter draws close, we look at Ezekiel's account of the Valley of Dry Bones as a helpful lens through which to examine the dying, death, resurrection and new life that comes about through Jesus. We see how this metaphor helps us to understand and live through times when we, too, encounter the Valley of Dry Bones. As Easter draws close, we look at Ezekiel's account of the Valley of Dry Bones as a helpful lens through which to examine the dying, death, resurrection and new life that comes about through Jesus. We see how this metaphor helps us to understand and live through times when we, too, encounter the Valley of Dry Bones. As Easter draws close, we look at Ezekiel's account of the Valley of Dry Bones as a helpful lens through which to examine the dying, death, resurrection and new life that comes about through Jesus. We see how this metaphor helps us to understand and li… Julian A. Davies 1327 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906823/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_drybones/id/807617.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906823 Ezekiel,Dry Bones,New Life,Resurrection Sun, 10 Apr 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As Easter draws close, we look at Ezekiel's account of the Valley of Dry Bones as a helpful lens through which to examine the dying, death, resurrection and new life that comes about through Jesus. We see how this metaphor helps us to understand and live through times when we, too, encounter the Valley of Dry Bones. As Easter draws close, we look at Ezekiel's account of the Valley of Dry Bones as a helpful lens through which to examine the dying, death, resurrection and new life that comes about through Jesus. We see how this metaphor helps us to understand and live through times when we, too, encounter the Valley of Dry Bones. As Easter draws close, we look at Ezekiel's account of the Valley of Dry Bones as a helpful lens through which to examine the dying, death, resurrection and new life that comes about through Jesus. We see how this metaphor helps us to understand and li… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906823/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_drybones/id/125181 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906823 Ezekiel,Dry Bones,New Life,Resurrection Sun, 03 Apr 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we journey through Lent, we encounter Paul writing of light and dark. We explore his use of this imagery and see how it relates to our modern-day understandings of light and dark. As we journey through Lent, we encounter Paul writing of light and dark. We explore his use of this imagery and see how it relates to our modern-day understandings of light and dark. As we journey through Lent, we encounter Paul writing of light and dark. We explore his use of this imagery and see how it relates to our modern-day understandings of light and dark.… Julian A. Davies 2304 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906822/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_lightanddark/id/807616.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906822 Lent,Light,Dark,Paul Sun, 03 Apr 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we journey through Lent, we encounter Paul writing of light and dark. We explore his use of this imagery and see how it relates to our modern-day understandings of light and dark. As we journey through Lent, we encounter Paul writing of light and dark. We explore his use of this imagery and see how it relates to our modern-day understandings of light and dark. As we journey through Lent, we encounter Paul writing of light and dark. We explore his use of this imagery and see how it relates to our modern-day understandings of light and dark.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906822/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_lightanddark/id/125180 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906822 Lent,Light,Dark,Paul Sun, 27 Mar 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the story of the "Samaritan Woman At The Well" we find Jesus working to restore the covenant community by rebuilding the shattered relationships between Judah and Samaria. We see all of the elements needed for reconciliation and restoration in this classic narrative. In the story of the "Samaritan Woman At The Well" we find Jesus working to restore the covenant community by rebuilding the shattered relationships between Judah and Samaria. We see all of the elements needed for reconciliation and restoration in this classic narrative. In the story of the "Samaritan Woman At The Well" we find Jesus working to restore the covenant community by rebuilding the shattered relationships between Judah and Samaria. We see all of the elements needed for reconciliation and restoration in this … Julian A. Davies 2061 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906821/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thesavioroftheworld/id/807615.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906821 Samaria,Jesus,Reconciliation,Kingdom of God Sun, 27 Mar 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the story of the "Samaritan Woman At The Well" we find Jesus working to restore the covenant community by rebuilding the shattered relationships between Judah and Samaria. We see all of the elements needed for reconciliation and restoration in this classic narrative. In the story of the "Samaritan Woman At The Well" we find Jesus working to restore the covenant community by rebuilding the shattered relationships between Judah and Samaria. We see all of the elements needed for reconciliation and restoration in this classic narrative. In the story of the "Samaritan Woman At The Well" we find Jesus working to restore the covenant community by rebuilding the shattered relationships between Judah and Samaria. We see all of the elements needed for reconciliation and restoration in this … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906821/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thesavioroftheworld/id/125179 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906821 Samaria,Jesus,Reconciliation,Kingdom of God Sun, 20 Mar 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As our journey through Lent continues, we encounter the question of how our Lenten practices relate to the tragic situation in Japan where an earthquake and tsunami has caused devastation. How do we respond from a position of holiness and righteousness in the face of such a crisis? As our journey through Lent continues, we encounter the question of how our Lenten practices relate to the tragic situation in Japan where an earthquake and tsunami has caused devastation. How do we respond from a position of holiness and righteousness in the face of such a crisis? As our journey through Lent continues, we encounter the question of how our Lenten practices relate to the tragic situation in Japan where an earthquake and tsunami has caused devastation. How do we respond from a position of holiness and righteousness… Julian A. Davies 1138 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906820/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_forgodsolovedtheworld/id/807614.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906820 Holiness,Righteousness,Love,Japan Sun, 20 Mar 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As our journey through Lent continues, we encounter the question of how our Lenten practices relate to the tragic situation in Japan where an earthquake and tsunami has caused devastation. How do we respond from a position of holiness and righteousness in the face of such a crisis? As our journey through Lent continues, we encounter the question of how our Lenten practices relate to the tragic situation in Japan where an earthquake and tsunami has caused devastation. How do we respond from a position of holiness and righteousness in the face of such a crisis? As our journey through Lent continues, we encounter the question of how our Lenten practices relate to the tragic situation in Japan where an earthquake and tsunami has caused devastation. How do we respond from a position of holiness and righteousness… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906820/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_forgodsolovedtheworld/id/125178 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906820 Holiness,Righteousness,Love,Japan Sun, 13 Mar 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this First Sunday in Lent we explore the lectionary texts to ask the question, why is it so difficult to engage in Lenten practices for a mere 40 days? On this First Sunday in Lent we explore the lectionary texts to ask the question, why is it so difficult to engage in Lenten practices for a mere 40 days? On this First Sunday in Lent we explore the lectionary texts to ask the question, why is it so difficult to engage in Lenten practices for a mere 40 days?… Julian A. Davies 1149 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906819/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_temptation/id/807613.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906819 Lent,Temptation,Jesus,Midrash Sun, 13 Mar 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this First Sunday in Lent we explore the lectionary texts to ask the question, why is it so difficult to engage in Lenten practices for a mere 40 days? On this First Sunday in Lent we explore the lectionary texts to ask the question, why is it so difficult to engage in Lenten practices for a mere 40 days? On this First Sunday in Lent we explore the lectionary texts to ask the question, why is it so difficult to engage in Lenten practices for a mere 40 days?… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906819/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_temptation/id/125177 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906819 Lent,Temptation,Jesus,Midrash Sun, 27 Feb 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Holiness and righteousness are "big ideas" in Scripture and yet these may be terms that we rarely use in our everyday conversation. As we look at how these words are used in Scripture and made familiar to us in songs, we see the centrality of the concepts of holiness and righteousness in understanding the flow of the Scriptural narrative. Holiness and righteousness are "big ideas" in Scripture and yet these may be terms that we rarely use in our everyday conversation. As we look at how these words are used in Scripture and made familiar to us in songs, we see the centrality of the concepts of holiness and righteousness in understanding the flow of the Scriptural narrative. Holiness and righteousness are "big ideas" in Scripture and yet these may be terms that we rarely use in our everyday conversation. As we look at how these words are used in Scripture and made familiar to us in songs, we see the centrality of the conce… Julian A. Davies 1259 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906818/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_holinessandrighteousness/id/807612.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906818 Holiness,Righteousness,Image of God,Kingdom of God Sun, 27 Feb 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Holiness and righteousness are "big ideas" in Scripture and yet these may be terms that we rarely use in our everyday conversation. As we look at how these words are used in Scripture and made familiar to us in songs, we see the centrality of the concepts of holiness and righteousness in understanding the flow of the Scriptural narrative. Holiness and righteousness are "big ideas" in Scripture and yet these may be terms that we rarely use in our everyday conversation. As we look at how these words are used in Scripture and made familiar to us in songs, we see the centrality of the concepts of holiness and righteousness in understanding the flow of the Scriptural narrative. Holiness and righteousness are "big ideas" in Scripture and yet these may be terms that we rarely use in our everyday conversation. As we look at how these words are used in Scripture and made familiar to us in songs, we see the centrality of the conce… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906818/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_holinessandrighteousness/id/125176 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906818 Holiness,Righteousness,Image of God,Kingdom of God Sun, 20 Feb 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we think about salvation we encounter Paul's encouragement to, "Work out your own salvation with fear and trembling". Søren Kierkegaard (1813–1855), the philosopher, examined "fear and trembling" in the light of the story of Abraham. We explore this narrative and think about salvation in our own context. As we think about salvation we encounter Paul's encouragement to, "Work out your own salvation with fear and trembling". Søren Kierkegaard (1813–1855), the philosopher, examined "fear and trembling" in the light of the story of Abraham. We explore this narrative and think about salvation in our own context. As we think about salvation we encounter Paul's encouragement to, "Work out your own salvation with fear and trembling". Søren Kierkegaard (1813–1855), the philosopher, examined "fear and trembling" in the light of the story of Abraham. We explore this… Julian A. Davies 1221 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906817/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_salvation/id/807611.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906817 Salvation,Abraham,Jesus,Kierkegaard Sun, 20 Feb 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we think about salvation we encounter Paul's encouragement to, "Work out your own salvation with fear and trembling". Søren Kierkegaard (1813–1855), the philosopher, examined "fear and trembling" in the light of the story of Abraham. We explore this narrative and think about salvation in our own context. As we think about salvation we encounter Paul's encouragement to, "Work out your own salvation with fear and trembling". Søren Kierkegaard (1813–1855), the philosopher, examined "fear and trembling" in the light of the story of Abraham. We explore this narrative and think about salvation in our own context. As we think about salvation we encounter Paul's encouragement to, "Work out your own salvation with fear and trembling". Søren Kierkegaard (1813–1855), the philosopher, examined "fear and trembling" in the light of the story of Abraham. We explore this… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906817/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_salvation/id/125175 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906817 Salvation,Abraham,Jesus,Kierkegaard Sun, 13 Feb 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Today, we examine some of the big questions about the concept of "the Will of God". What does “the will of God” look like? Is everything that happens the will of God (including the bad things)? If not all things are the will of God, how do we discern God’s will for our lives? We use Leslie Weatherhead's categories of the intentional will of God, the circumstantial will of God and the ultimate will of God to try and answer these questions and others. Today, we examine some of the big questions about the concept of "the Will of God". What does “the will of God” look like? Is everything that happens the will of God (including the bad things)? If not all things are the will of God, how do we discern God’s will for our lives? We use Leslie Weatherhead's categories of the intentional will of God, the circumstantial will of God and the ultimate will of God to try and answer these questions and others. Today, we examine some of the big questions about the concept of "the Will of God". What does “the will of God” look like? Is everything that happens the will of God (including the bad things)? If not all things are the will of God, how do we discern G… Julian A. Davies 1459 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906816/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thewillofgod/id/807610.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906816 Will of God,Intentional will of Gof,Circumstantial will of God,Ultimate will of God Sun, 13 Feb 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Today, we examine some of the big questions about the concept of "the Will of God". What does “the will of God” look like? Is everything that happens the will of God (including the bad things)? If not all things are the will of God, how do we discern God’s will for our lives? We use Leslie Weatherhead's categories of the intentional will of God, the circumstantial will of God and the ultimate will of God to try and answer these questions and others. Today, we examine some of the big questions about the concept of "the Will of God". What does “the will of God” look like? Is everything that happens the will of God (including the bad things)? If not all things are the will of God, how do we discern God’s will for our lives? We use Leslie Weatherhead's categories of the intentional will of God, the circumstantial will of God and the ultimate will of God to try and answer these questions and others. Today, we examine some of the big questions about the concept of "the Will of God". What does “the will of God” look like? Is everything that happens the will of God (including the bad things)? If not all things are the will of God, how do we discern G… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906816/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thewillofgod/id/125174 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906816 Will of God,Intentional will of Gof,Circumstantial will of God,Ultimate will of God Sun, 06 Feb 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies The second stanza of Charles Wesley's classic hymn, "All Love Divine, All Loves Excelling" is missing from many hymnals. This stanza, which gives an account of "Christian Perfection" as a second blessing (a second act of grace that follows justification and regeneration), challenges many ideas on the ultimate outcome of the Christian life. The second stanza of Charles Wesley's classic hymn, "All Love Divine, All Loves Excelling" is missing from many hymnals. This stanza, which gives an account of "Christian Perfection" as a second blessing (a second act of grace that follows justification and regeneration), challenges many ideas on the ultimate outcome of the Christian life. The second stanza of Charles Wesley's classic hymn, "All Love Divine, All Loves Excelling" is missing from many hymnals. This stanza, which gives an account of "Christian Perfection" as a second blessing (a second act of grace that follows justificatio… Julian A. Davies 1810 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906815/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_lovedivinealllovesexcelling/id/807609.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906815 Sanctification,Christian Perfection,Charles Wesley,John Wesley Sun, 06 Feb 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies The second stanza of Charles Wesley's classic hymn, "All Love Divine, All Loves Excelling" is missing from many hymnals. This stanza, which gives an account of "Christian Perfection" as a second blessing (a second act of grace that follows justification and regeneration), challenges many ideas on the ultimate outcome of the Christian life. The second stanza of Charles Wesley's classic hymn, "All Love Divine, All Loves Excelling" is missing from many hymnals. This stanza, which gives an account of "Christian Perfection" as a second blessing (a second act of grace that follows justification and regeneration), challenges many ideas on the ultimate outcome of the Christian life. The second stanza of Charles Wesley's classic hymn, "All Love Divine, All Loves Excelling" is missing from many hymnals. This stanza, which gives an account of "Christian Perfection" as a second blessing (a second act of grace that follows justificatio… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906815/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_lovedivinealllovesexcelling/id/125173 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906815 Sanctification,Christian Perfection,Charles Wesley,John Wesley Sun, 30 Jan 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In "All Creatures Of Our God And King", we find an English paraphrase of the "Canticle Of The Sun" by St. Francis of Assisi. St. Francis clearly delineates the difference between Creator and creation while, in an almost unspoken sense, emphasizes the sheer grace of God in all things. In "All Creatures Of Our God And King", we find an English paraphrase of the "Canticle Of The Sun" by St. Francis of Assisi. St. Francis clearly delineates the difference between Creator and creation while, in an almost unspoken sense, emphasizes the sheer grace of God in all things. In "All Creatures Of Our God And King", we find an English paraphrase of the "Canticle Of The Sun" by St. Francis of Assisi. St. Francis clearly delineates the difference between Creator and creation while, in an almost unspoken sense, emphasizes the s… Julian A. Davies 1505 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906814/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_allcreaturesofourgodandking/id/807608.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906814 Canticle,St. Francis,Creation,Grace Sun, 30 Jan 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In "All Creatures Of Our God And King", we find an English paraphrase of the "Canticle Of The Sun" by St. Francis of Assisi. St. Francis clearly delineates the difference between Creator and creation while, in an almost unspoken sense, emphasizes the sheer grace of God in all things. In "All Creatures Of Our God And King", we find an English paraphrase of the "Canticle Of The Sun" by St. Francis of Assisi. St. Francis clearly delineates the difference between Creator and creation while, in an almost unspoken sense, emphasizes the sheer grace of God in all things. In "All Creatures Of Our God And King", we find an English paraphrase of the "Canticle Of The Sun" by St. Francis of Assisi. St. Francis clearly delineates the difference between Creator and creation while, in an almost unspoken sense, emphasizes the s… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906814/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_allcreaturesofourgodandking/id/125172 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906814 Canticle,St. Francis,Creation,Grace Mon, 24 Jan 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the words to "O, For A Thousand Tongues To Sing", Charles Wesley celebrates the anniversary of his evangelical conversion. We explore the Wesleyan understanding of "conversion" and how that understanding is reflected in the words of this famous hymn. In the words to "O, For A Thousand Tongues To Sing", Charles Wesley celebrates the anniversary of his evangelical conversion. We explore the Wesleyan understanding of "conversion" and how that understanding is reflected in the words of this famous hymn. In the words to "O, For A Thousand Tongues To Sing", Charles Wesley celebrates the anniversary of his evangelical conversion. We explore the Wesleyan understanding of "conversion" and how that understanding is reflected in the words of this famous hym… Julian A. Davies 2213 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906813/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_oforathousandtonguestosing/id/807607.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906813 Charles Wesley,John Wesley,New Birth,Salvation, Scripture: Luke 19:37-19:38 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the words to "O, For A Thousand Tongues To Sing", Charles Wesley celebrates the anniversary of his evangelical conversion. We explore the Wesleyan understanding of "conversion" and how that understanding is reflected in the words of this famous hymn. In the words to "O, For A Thousand Tongues To Sing", Charles Wesley celebrates the anniversary of his evangelical conversion. We explore the Wesleyan understanding of "conversion" and how that understanding is reflected in the words of this famous hymn. In the words to "O, For A Thousand Tongues To Sing", Charles Wesley celebrates the anniversary of his evangelical conversion. We explore the Wesleyan understanding of "conversion" and how that understanding is reflected in the words of this famous hym… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906813/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_oforathousandtonguestosing/id/125171 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906813 Charles Wesley,John Wesley,New Birth,Salvation, Scripture: Luke 19:37-19:38 Sun, 16 Jan 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies The hymns we sing are an important way to communicate and teach our theology. The story behind Amazing Grace and the lyrics themselves express a profund understanding of the nature of God's grace. The hymns we sing are an important way to communicate and teach our theology. The story behind Amazing Grace and the lyrics themselves express a profund understanding of the nature of God's grace. The hymns we sing are an important way to communicate and teach our theology. The story behind Amazing Grace and the lyrics themselves express a profund understanding of the nature of God's grace.… Julian A. Davies 1463 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906812/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_amazinggrace/id/807606.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906812 Grace,Amazing Grace,Hymns,Theology Sun, 16 Jan 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies The hymns we sing are an important way to communicate and teach our theology. The story behind Amazing Grace and the lyrics themselves express a profund understanding of the nature of God's grace. The hymns we sing are an important way to communicate and teach our theology. The story behind Amazing Grace and the lyrics themselves express a profund understanding of the nature of God's grace. The hymns we sing are an important way to communicate and teach our theology. The story behind Amazing Grace and the lyrics themselves express a profund understanding of the nature of God's grace.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906812/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_amazinggrace/id/125170 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906812 Grace,Amazing Grace,Hymns,Theology Sun, 09 Jan 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this First Sunday After The Epiphany we celebrate and remember The Baptism Of The Lord, which raises for us the question, "Why Baptize Jesus?" Even John the Baptist seemed troubled at the prospect of baptizing Jesus! Matthew seems to view the baptism of Jesus as an event in which the Messiah stands in for the true people of Israel as their representative, signifying their repentance and their re-creation to follow their true purpose - to bring about the salvation of the world! On this First Sunday After The Epiphany we celebrate and remember The Baptism Of The Lord, which raises for us the question, "Why Baptize Jesus?" Even John the Baptist seemed troubled at the prospect of baptizing Jesus! Matthew seems to view the baptism of Jesus as an event in which the Messiah stands in for the true people of Israel as their representative, signifying their repentance and their re-creation to follow their true purpose - to bring about the salvation of the world! On this First Sunday After The Epiphany we celebrate and remember The Baptism Of The Lord, which raises for us the question, "Why Baptize Jesus?" Even John the Baptist seemed troubled at the prospect of baptizing Jesus! Matthew seems to view the bapti… Julian A. Davies 1447 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906811/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whybaptizeesus/id/807605.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906811 Jesus,John the Baptist,Baptism,Salvation, Custom categories: Topic: The Baptism Of The Lord Sun, 09 Jan 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this First Sunday After The Epiphany we celebrate and remember The Baptism Of The Lord, which raises for us the question, "Why Baptize Jesus?" Even John the Baptist seemed troubled at the prospect of baptizing Jesus! Matthew seems to view the baptism of Jesus as an event in which the Messiah stands in for the true people of Israel as their representative, signifying their repentance and their re-creation to follow their true purpose - to bring about the salvation of the world! On this First Sunday After The Epiphany we celebrate and remember The Baptism Of The Lord, which raises for us the question, "Why Baptize Jesus?" Even John the Baptist seemed troubled at the prospect of baptizing Jesus! Matthew seems to view the baptism of Jesus as an event in which the Messiah stands in for the true people of Israel as their representative, signifying their repentance and their re-creation to follow their true purpose - to bring about the salvation of the world! On this First Sunday After The Epiphany we celebrate and remember The Baptism Of The Lord, which raises for us the question, "Why Baptize Jesus?" Even John the Baptist seemed troubled at the prospect of baptizing Jesus! Matthew seems to view the bapti… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906811/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_whybaptizeesus/id/125169 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906811 Jesus,John the Baptist,Baptism,Salvation, Custom categories: Topic: The Baptism Of The Lord Sun, 02 Jan 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Epiphany Sunday we examine the account of the Magi visiting Jesus and explore the understandings of this account in Matthew's world. How do we respond to moments of epiphany? Do we resemble Herod, who rejected the news of Christ, or do we resemble the Magi who embraced the news! On this Epiphany Sunday we examine the account of the Magi visiting Jesus and explore the understandings of this account in Matthew's world. How do we respond to moments of epiphany? Do we resemble Herod, who rejected the news of Christ, or do we resemble the Magi who embraced the news! On this Epiphany Sunday we examine the account of the Magi visiting Jesus and explore the understandings of this account in Matthew's world. How do we respond to moments of epiphany? Do we resemble Herod, who rejected the news of Christ, or do we res… Julian A. Davies 1033 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906810/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_threegifts/id/807604.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906810 Epiphany,Magi,Jesus,Gifts, Custom categories: Topic: Epiphany Sun, 02 Jan 2011 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Epiphany Sunday we examine the account of the Magi visiting Jesus and explore the understandings of this account in Matthew's world. How do we respond to moments of epiphany? Do we resemble Herod, who rejected the news of Christ, or do we resemble the Magi who embraced the news! On this Epiphany Sunday we examine the account of the Magi visiting Jesus and explore the understandings of this account in Matthew's world. How do we respond to moments of epiphany? Do we resemble Herod, who rejected the news of Christ, or do we resemble the Magi who embraced the news! On this Epiphany Sunday we examine the account of the Magi visiting Jesus and explore the understandings of this account in Matthew's world. How do we respond to moments of epiphany? Do we resemble Herod, who rejected the news of Christ, or do we res… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906810/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_threegifts/id/125168 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906810 Epiphany,Magi,Jesus,Gifts, Custom categories: Topic: Epiphany Sun, 26 Dec 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In Matthew's telling of the account of Mary and Joseph fleeing to Egypt with Jesus, we encounter a Christian midrash on the story of Moses and the Exodus. In this haggadic midrash, Matthew shows that he understands the life of Jesus to recapitulate the life of Israel. In Matthew's mind, Christmas wasn't simply the birth of Jesus - it was the rebirth of the entire people of God! In Matthew's telling of the account of Mary and Joseph fleeing to Egypt with Jesus, we encounter a Christian midrash on the story of Moses and the Exodus. In this haggadic midrash, Matthew shows that he understands the life of Jesus to recapitulate the life of Israel. In Matthew's mind, Christmas wasn't simply the birth of Jesus - it was the rebirth of the entire people of God! In Matthew's telling of the account of Mary and Joseph fleeing to Egypt with Jesus, we encounter a Christian midrash on the story of Moses and the Exodus. In this haggadic midrash, Matthew shows that he understands the life of Jesus to recapitulate th… Julian A. Davies 1118 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906809/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_nowthetroublestarts/id/807603.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906809 Christmas,Midrash,Exodus,Egypt Sun, 26 Dec 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In Matthew's telling of the account of Mary and Joseph fleeing to Egypt with Jesus, we encounter a Christian midrash on the story of Moses and the Exodus. In this haggadic midrash, Matthew shows that he understands the life of Jesus to recapitulate the life of Israel. In Matthew's mind, Christmas wasn't simply the birth of Jesus - it was the rebirth of the entire people of God! In Matthew's telling of the account of Mary and Joseph fleeing to Egypt with Jesus, we encounter a Christian midrash on the story of Moses and the Exodus. In this haggadic midrash, Matthew shows that he understands the life of Jesus to recapitulate the life of Israel. In Matthew's mind, Christmas wasn't simply the birth of Jesus - it was the rebirth of the entire people of God! In Matthew's telling of the account of Mary and Joseph fleeing to Egypt with Jesus, we encounter a Christian midrash on the story of Moses and the Exodus. In this haggadic midrash, Matthew shows that he understands the life of Jesus to recapitulate th… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906809/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_nowthetroublestarts/id/125167 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906809 Christmas,Midrash,Exodus,Egypt Fri, 24 Dec 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In Luke's account of the birth of Jesus we find Mary and Joseph wandering the streets looking for shelter while the most unlikely of people - the shepherds - receive news of the coming of the Messiah. When love comes down at Christmas it seems that it chooses the most unlikely of people as its agents in the world. In Luke's account of the birth of Jesus we find Mary and Joseph wandering the streets looking for shelter while the most unlikely of people - the shepherds - receive news of the coming of the Messiah. When love comes down at Christmas it seems that it chooses the most unlikely of people as its agents in the world. In Luke's account of the birth of Jesus we find Mary and Joseph wandering the streets looking for shelter while the most unlikely of people - the shepherds - receive news of the coming of the Messiah. When love comes down at Christmas it seems that it … Julian A. Davies 1212 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906808/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_lovecamedownatchristmas/id/807602.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906808 Christmas,Nativity,Love,Shepherds Fri, 24 Dec 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In Luke's account of the birth of Jesus we find Mary and Joseph wandering the streets looking for shelter while the most unlikely of people - the shepherds - receive news of the coming of the Messiah. When love comes down at Christmas it seems that it chooses the most unlikely of people as its agents in the world. In Luke's account of the birth of Jesus we find Mary and Joseph wandering the streets looking for shelter while the most unlikely of people - the shepherds - receive news of the coming of the Messiah. When love comes down at Christmas it seems that it chooses the most unlikely of people as its agents in the world. In Luke's account of the birth of Jesus we find Mary and Joseph wandering the streets looking for shelter while the most unlikely of people - the shepherds - receive news of the coming of the Messiah. When love comes down at Christmas it seems that it … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906808/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_lovecamedownatchristmas/id/125166 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906808 Christmas,Nativity,Love,Shepherds Sun, 19 Dec 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As Matthew interprets the birth of Jesus through his understanding of the words of the prophet Isaiah, we see one come into the world whose message of love for God and neighbor inspires us to light the Candle of Love in our Advent wreath. As Matthew interprets the birth of Jesus through his understanding of the words of the prophet Isaiah, we see one come into the world whose message of love for God and neighbor inspires us to light the Candle of Love in our Advent wreath. As Matthew interprets the birth of Jesus through his understanding of the words of the prophet Isaiah, we see one come into the world whose message of love for God and neighbor inspires us to light the Candle of Love in our Advent wreath. … Julian A. Davies 1241 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906807/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_loveoneanother/id/807601.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906807 Isaiah,Matthew,Love,Jesus Sun, 19 Dec 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As Matthew interprets the birth of Jesus through his understanding of the words of the prophet Isaiah, we see one come into the world whose message of love for God and neighbor inspires us to light the Candle of Love in our Advent wreath. As Matthew interprets the birth of Jesus through his understanding of the words of the prophet Isaiah, we see one come into the world whose message of love for God and neighbor inspires us to light the Candle of Love in our Advent wreath. As Matthew interprets the birth of Jesus through his understanding of the words of the prophet Isaiah, we see one come into the world whose message of love for God and neighbor inspires us to light the Candle of Love in our Advent wreath. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906807/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_loveoneanother/id/125165 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906807 Isaiah,Matthew,Love,Jesus Sun, 12 Dec 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Third Sunday of Advent, as we light the candle of Joy in our Advent wreath, we look at the portrait of joy that Isaiah paints with his words and that Matthew adopted in his understanding of the coming of Jesus. We see that joy is much more than happiness and that when we proclaim "Joy to the World" we are making a call for justice, restoration and peace that includes all of the created order. On this Third Sunday of Advent, as we light the candle of Joy in our Advent wreath, we look at the portrait of joy that Isaiah paints with his words and that Matthew adopted in his understanding of the coming of Jesus. We see that joy is much more than happiness and that when we proclaim "Joy to the World" we are making a call for justice, restoration and peace that includes all of the created order. On this Third Sunday of Advent, as we light the candle of Joy in our Advent wreath, we look at the portrait of joy that Isaiah paints with his words and that Matthew adopted in his understanding of the coming of Jesus. We see that joy is much more than… Julian A. Davies 857 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906802/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_makeaoyfulnoise/id/807596.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906802 Joy,Isaiah,Jesus,John the Baptist Sun, 12 Dec 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Third Sunday of Advent, as we light the candle of Joy in our Advent wreath, we look at the portrait of joy that Isaiah paints with his words and that Matthew adopted in his understanding of the coming of Jesus. We see that joy is much more than happiness and that when we proclaim "Joy to the World" we are making a call for justice, restoration and peace that includes all of the created order. On this Third Sunday of Advent, as we light the candle of Joy in our Advent wreath, we look at the portrait of joy that Isaiah paints with his words and that Matthew adopted in his understanding of the coming of Jesus. We see that joy is much more than happiness and that when we proclaim "Joy to the World" we are making a call for justice, restoration and peace that includes all of the created order. On this Third Sunday of Advent, as we light the candle of Joy in our Advent wreath, we look at the portrait of joy that Isaiah paints with his words and that Matthew adopted in his understanding of the coming of Jesus. We see that joy is much more than… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906802/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_makeaoyfulnoise/id/125164 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906802 Joy,Isaiah,Jesus,John the Baptist Sun, 05 Dec 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Today we light the Candle of Peace on this Second Sunday of Advent. We look to the vision of Isaiah, as understood by Matthew and used by him to bring focus to the ministry of Jesus. How can we be agents of Shalom in the world, seeking to usher in the Kingdom of Heaven? Matthew tells us that it is the makers of shalom who are blessed to be children of God. Today we light the Candle of Peace on this Second Sunday of Advent. We look to the vision of Isaiah, as understood by Matthew and used by him to bring focus to the ministry of Jesus. How can we be agents of Shalom in the world, seeking to usher in the Kingdom of Heaven? Matthew tells us that it is the makers of shalom who are blessed to be children of God. Today we light the Candle of Peace on this Second Sunday of Advent. We look to the vision of Isaiah, as understood by Matthew and used by him to bring focus to the ministry of Jesus. How can we be agents of Shalom in the world, seeking to usher in the… Julian A. Davies 1498 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906801/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_peacebewithyou/id/807595.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906801 Isaiah,Kingdom of Heaven,Shalom,Peace Sun, 05 Dec 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Today we light the Candle of Peace on this Second Sunday of Advent. We look to the vision of Isaiah, as understood by Matthew and used by him to bring focus to the ministry of Jesus. How can we be agents of Shalom in the world, seeking to usher in the Kingdom of Heaven? Matthew tells us that it is the makers of shalom who are blessed to be children of God. Today we light the Candle of Peace on this Second Sunday of Advent. We look to the vision of Isaiah, as understood by Matthew and used by him to bring focus to the ministry of Jesus. How can we be agents of Shalom in the world, seeking to usher in the Kingdom of Heaven? Matthew tells us that it is the makers of shalom who are blessed to be children of God. Today we light the Candle of Peace on this Second Sunday of Advent. We look to the vision of Isaiah, as understood by Matthew and used by him to bring focus to the ministry of Jesus. How can we be agents of Shalom in the world, seeking to usher in the… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906801/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_peacebewithyou/id/125163 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906801 Isaiah,Kingdom of Heaven,Shalom,Peace Sun, 28 Nov 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Our lectionary texts for this First Sunday of Advent (Isaiah 2:1-5 and Matthew 24:36-44) speak to people who look for hope in a dark world and who wait for hope to made real among them. The call on our lives is to be agents of hope and through spreading hope in the world to usher in the Kingdom of God. Our lectionary texts for this First Sunday of Advent (Isaiah 2:1-5 and Matthew 24:36-44) speak to people who look for hope in a dark world and who wait for hope to made real among them. The call on our lives is to be agents of hope and through spreading hope in the world to usher in the Kingdom of God. Our lectionary texts for this First Sunday of Advent (Isaiah 2:1-5 and Matthew 24:36-44) speak to people who look for hope in a dark world and who wait for hope to made real among them. The call on our lives is to be agents of hope and through spreadin… Julian A. Davies 1092 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906800/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_waitingandhoping/id/807594.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906800 Hope,Advent,Waiting,Kingdom of God Sun, 28 Nov 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Our lectionary texts for this First Sunday of Advent (Isaiah 2:1-5 and Matthew 24:36-44) speak to people who look for hope in a dark world and who wait for hope to made real among them. The call on our lives is to be agents of hope and through spreading hope in the world to usher in the Kingdom of God. Our lectionary texts for this First Sunday of Advent (Isaiah 2:1-5 and Matthew 24:36-44) speak to people who look for hope in a dark world and who wait for hope to made real among them. The call on our lives is to be agents of hope and through spreading hope in the world to usher in the Kingdom of God. Our lectionary texts for this First Sunday of Advent (Isaiah 2:1-5 and Matthew 24:36-44) speak to people who look for hope in a dark world and who wait for hope to made real among them. The call on our lives is to be agents of hope and through spreadin… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906800/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_waitingandhoping/id/125162 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906800 Hope,Advent,Waiting,Kingdom of God Sun, 21 Nov 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On Christ the King Sunday, the last Sunday of the liturgical year, we see how the Kingship of Christ leads to the call on our lives to usher in the Kingdom of God. This is the culmination of the church year and proclaims that the vocation of humankind is the work of ushering in God's Kingdom. On Christ the King Sunday, the last Sunday of the liturgical year, we see how the Kingship of Christ leads to the call on our lives to usher in the Kingdom of God. This is the culmination of the church year and proclaims that the vocation of humankind is the work of ushering in God's Kingdom. On Christ the King Sunday, the last Sunday of the liturgical year, we see how the Kingship of Christ leads to the call on our lives to usher in the Kingdom of God. This is the culmination of the church year and proclaims that the vocation of humankind … Julian A. Davies 1186 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906795/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_christtheking/id/807590.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906795 Christ,King,Kingdom of God,Vocation, Scripture: Luke 23:33-23:38, Custom categories: Topic: Christ the King Sunday Sun, 21 Nov 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On Christ the King Sunday, the last Sunday of the liturgical year, we see how the Kingship of Christ leads to the call on our lives to usher in the Kingdom of God. This is the culmination of the church year and proclaims that the vocation of humankind is the work of ushering in God's Kingdom. On Christ the King Sunday, the last Sunday of the liturgical year, we see how the Kingship of Christ leads to the call on our lives to usher in the Kingdom of God. This is the culmination of the church year and proclaims that the vocation of humankind is the work of ushering in God's Kingdom. On Christ the King Sunday, the last Sunday of the liturgical year, we see how the Kingship of Christ leads to the call on our lives to usher in the Kingdom of God. This is the culmination of the church year and proclaims that the vocation of humankind … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906795/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_christtheking/id/125160 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906795 Christ,King,Kingdom of God,Vocation, Scripture: Luke 23:33-23:38, Custom categories: Topic: Christ the King Sunday Sun, 21 Nov 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies We follow Paul from his encounter with King Herod Agrippa and Festus through to his last words in Rome. On Christ the King Sunday, we see the shining example of the Apostle Paul as one dedicated to proclaiming the good news of the Kingdom of God and the Lordship of Christ. We follow Paul from his encounter with King Herod Agrippa and Festus through to his last words in Rome. On Christ the King Sunday, we see the shining example of the Apostle Paul as one dedicated to proclaiming the good news of the Kingdom of God and the Lordship of Christ. We follow Paul from his encounter with King Herod Agrippa and Festus through to his last words in Rome. On Christ the King Sunday, we see the shining example of the Apostle Paul as one dedicated to proclaiming the good news of the Kingdom of God and t… Julian A. Davies 1245 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906797/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_youareoutofyourmindagain/id/807591.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906797 Paul,Rome,Kingdom of God,Christ the King Sun, 21 Nov 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies We follow Paul from his encounter with King Herod Agrippa and Festus through to his last words in Rome. On Christ the King Sunday, we see the shining example of the Apostle Paul as one dedicated to proclaiming the good news of the Kingdom of God and the Lordship of Christ. We follow Paul from his encounter with King Herod Agrippa and Festus through to his last words in Rome. On Christ the King Sunday, we see the shining example of the Apostle Paul as one dedicated to proclaiming the good news of the Kingdom of God and the Lordship of Christ. We follow Paul from his encounter with King Herod Agrippa and Festus through to his last words in Rome. On Christ the King Sunday, we see the shining example of the Apostle Paul as one dedicated to proclaiming the good news of the Kingdom of God and t… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906797/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_youareoutofyourmindagain/id/125161 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906797 Paul,Rome,Kingdom of God,Christ the King Sun, 14 Nov 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies The Apostle Paul, faithful to his vision of Jesus calling him to carry the Gospel to the political center of his world - Rome - demands to be heard by the emperor. The die is cast and Paul's destination is set. The Apostle Paul, faithful to his vision of Jesus calling him to carry the Gospel to the political center of his world - Rome - demands to be heard by the emperor. The die is cast and Paul's destination is set. The Apostle Paul, faithful to his vision of Jesus calling him to carry the Gospel to the political center of his world - Rome - demands to be heard by the emperor. The die is cast and Paul's destination is set. … Julian A. Davies 1633 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906793/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_totheemperoryouwillgo/id/807588.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906793 Paul,Vision,Rome,Jerusalem Sun, 14 Nov 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies The Apostle Paul, faithful to his vision of Jesus calling him to carry the Gospel to the political center of his world - Rome - demands to be heard by the emperor. The die is cast and Paul's destination is set. The Apostle Paul, faithful to his vision of Jesus calling him to carry the Gospel to the political center of his world - Rome - demands to be heard by the emperor. The die is cast and Paul's destination is set. The Apostle Paul, faithful to his vision of Jesus calling him to carry the Gospel to the political center of his world - Rome - demands to be heard by the emperor. The die is cast and Paul's destination is set. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906793/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_totheemperoryouwillgo/id/125159 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906793 Paul,Vision,Rome,Jerusalem Sun, 14 Nov 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we conclude our series on "The Importance Of Virtue", we examine the role of the church in facilitating the hard work necessary in making virtue second nature. As we conclude our series on "The Importance Of Virtue", we examine the role of the church in facilitating the hard work necessary in making virtue second nature. As we conclude our series on "The Importance Of Virtue", we examine the role of the church in facilitating the hard work necessary in making virtue second nature. … Julian A. Davies 1477 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906792/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_virtuehardworkorsecondnature/id/807587.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906792 Virtue,Church,Kingdom of God,Work Sun, 14 Nov 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we conclude our series on "The Importance Of Virtue", we examine the role of the church in facilitating the hard work necessary in making virtue second nature. As we conclude our series on "The Importance Of Virtue", we examine the role of the church in facilitating the hard work necessary in making virtue second nature. As we conclude our series on "The Importance Of Virtue", we examine the role of the church in facilitating the hard work necessary in making virtue second nature. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906792/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_virtuehardworkorsecondnature/id/125158 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906792 Virtue,Church,Kingdom of God,Work Sun, 07 Nov 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies The Apostle Paul, in a very precarious situation in Jerusalem, remains faithful to his vision and negotiates his way through a confrontation with the Roman authorities. As today, in many parts of the world, the matter comes down to a question of citizenship. The Apostle Paul, in a very precarious situation in Jerusalem, remains faithful to his vision and negotiates his way through a confrontation with the Roman authorities. As today, in many parts of the world, the matter comes down to a question of citizenship. The Apostle Paul, in a very precarious situation in Jerusalem, remains faithful to his vision and negotiates his way through a confrontation with the Roman authorities. As today, in many parts of the world, the matter comes down to a question of citize… Julian A. Davies 1269 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906791/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thequestionofcitizenship/id/807586.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906791 Paul,Jerusalem,Rome,Citizenship, Scripture: Acts 22:22-22:28 Sun, 07 Nov 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies The Apostle Paul, in a very precarious situation in Jerusalem, remains faithful to his vision and negotiates his way through a confrontation with the Roman authorities. As today, in many parts of the world, the matter comes down to a question of citizenship. The Apostle Paul, in a very precarious situation in Jerusalem, remains faithful to his vision and negotiates his way through a confrontation with the Roman authorities. As today, in many parts of the world, the matter comes down to a question of citizenship. The Apostle Paul, in a very precarious situation in Jerusalem, remains faithful to his vision and negotiates his way through a confrontation with the Roman authorities. As today, in many parts of the world, the matter comes down to a question of citize… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906791/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thequestionofcitizenship/id/125157 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906791 Paul,Jerusalem,Rome,Citizenship, Scripture: Acts 22:22-22:28 Sun, 07 Nov 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the struggle between virtue and sin, God weighs in with the seven gifts of the Holy Spirit. Each gift empowers a virtue, enabling us to live into the Kingdom and make a present reality. In the struggle between virtue and sin, God weighs in with the seven gifts of the Holy Spirit. Each gift empowers a virtue, enabling us to live into the Kingdom and make a present reality. In the struggle between virtue and sin, God weighs in with the seven gifts of the Holy Spirit. Each gift empowers a virtue, enabling us to live into the Kingdom and make a present reality.… Julian A. Davies 1232 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906789/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thesevengiftsoftheholyspirit/id/807584.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906789 Holy Spirit,Gifts of the Spirit,Virtue,sin Sun, 07 Nov 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the struggle between virtue and sin, God weighs in with the seven gifts of the Holy Spirit. Each gift empowers a virtue, enabling us to live into the Kingdom and make a present reality. In the struggle between virtue and sin, God weighs in with the seven gifts of the Holy Spirit. Each gift empowers a virtue, enabling us to live into the Kingdom and make a present reality. In the struggle between virtue and sin, God weighs in with the seven gifts of the Holy Spirit. Each gift empowers a virtue, enabling us to live into the Kingdom and make a present reality.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906789/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thesevengiftsoftheholyspirit/id/125156 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906789 Holy Spirit,Gifts of the Spirit,Virtue,sin Sun, 31 Oct 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Paul's arrival in Jerusalem creates an uproar as Torah-observant Jewish Christians believe a rumor that he has been teaching Diaspora Jews to ignore the Mosaic Law and has taken a Gentile into the Temple! As the crowd prepares to put Paul to death, the leader of the Roman arrives on the scene. Paul's arrival in Jerusalem creates an uproar as Torah-observant Jewish Christians believe a rumor that he has been teaching Diaspora Jews to ignore the Mosaic Law and has taken a Gentile into the Temple! As the crowd prepares to put Paul to death, the leader of the Roman arrives on the scene. Paul's arrival in Jerusalem creates an uproar as Torah-observant Jewish Christians believe a rumor that he has been teaching Diaspora Jews to ignore the Mosaic Law and has taken a Gentile into the Temple! As the crowd prepares to put Paul to death, the… Julian A. Davies 1545 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906788/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_creatinganuproar/id/807583.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906788 Paul,Jerusalem,Temple,Gentile, Scripture: Acts 21:17-21:31 Sun, 31 Oct 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Paul's arrival in Jerusalem creates an uproar as Torah-observant Jewish Christians believe a rumor that he has been teaching Diaspora Jews to ignore the Mosaic Law and has taken a Gentile into the Temple! As the crowd prepares to put Paul to death, the leader of the Roman arrives on the scene. Paul's arrival in Jerusalem creates an uproar as Torah-observant Jewish Christians believe a rumor that he has been teaching Diaspora Jews to ignore the Mosaic Law and has taken a Gentile into the Temple! As the crowd prepares to put Paul to death, the leader of the Roman arrives on the scene. Paul's arrival in Jerusalem creates an uproar as Torah-observant Jewish Christians believe a rumor that he has been teaching Diaspora Jews to ignore the Mosaic Law and has taken a Gentile into the Temple! As the crowd prepares to put Paul to death, the… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906788/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_creatinganuproar/id/125155 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906788 Paul,Jerusalem,Temple,Gentile, Scripture: Acts 21:17-21:31 Sun, 31 Oct 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the pursuit of virtue, we encounter the stumbling block of sin. Within the history of the church, the concept of "the seven deadly sins" has developed and we examine how these have evolved and can be understood today. As today is Halloween, we look at the history of demons associated with each deadly sin! In the pursuit of virtue, we encounter the stumbling block of sin. Within the history of the church, the concept of "the seven deadly sins" has developed and we examine how these have evolved and can be understood today. As today is Halloween, we look at the history of demons associated with each deadly sin! In the pursuit of virtue, we encounter the stumbling block of sin. Within the history of the church, the concept of "the seven deadly sins" has developed and we examine how these have evolved and can be understood today. As today is Halloween, we look … Julian A. Davies 1792 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906786/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_theproblemofthesevendeadlysins/id/807582.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906786 sin,demon,Virtue,Halloween Sun, 31 Oct 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the pursuit of virtue, we encounter the stumbling block of sin. Within the history of the church, the concept of "the seven deadly sins" has developed and we examine how these have evolved and can be understood today. As today is Halloween, we look at the history of demons associated with each deadly sin! In the pursuit of virtue, we encounter the stumbling block of sin. Within the history of the church, the concept of "the seven deadly sins" has developed and we examine how these have evolved and can be understood today. As today is Halloween, we look at the history of demons associated with each deadly sin! In the pursuit of virtue, we encounter the stumbling block of sin. Within the history of the church, the concept of "the seven deadly sins" has developed and we examine how these have evolved and can be understood today. As today is Halloween, we look … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906786/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_theproblemofthesevendeadlysins/id/125154 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906786 sin,demon,Virtue,Halloween Sun, 24 Oct 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies The Apostle Paul continues his journey towards Jerusalem with some sense of foreboding about what might transpire. He is faced with a choice between laying down his life and preserving the purpose of his life. He decides that purpose is more important. The Apostle Paul continues his journey towards Jerusalem with some sense of foreboding about what might transpire. He is faced with a choice between laying down his life and preserving the purpose of his life. He decides that purpose is more important. The Apostle Paul continues his journey towards Jerusalem with some sense of foreboding about what might transpire. He is faced with a choice between laying down his life and preserving the purpose of his life. He decides that purpose is more important.… Julian A. Davies 1490 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906785/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_acaptiveofthespirit/id/807581.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906785 Paul,Jerusalem,Journey,Purpose Sun, 24 Oct 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies The Apostle Paul continues his journey towards Jerusalem with some sense of foreboding about what might transpire. He is faced with a choice between laying down his life and preserving the purpose of his life. He decides that purpose is more important. The Apostle Paul continues his journey towards Jerusalem with some sense of foreboding about what might transpire. He is faced with a choice between laying down his life and preserving the purpose of his life. He decides that purpose is more important. The Apostle Paul continues his journey towards Jerusalem with some sense of foreboding about what might transpire. He is faced with a choice between laying down his life and preserving the purpose of his life. He decides that purpose is more important.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906785/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_acaptiveofthespirit/id/125153 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906785 Paul,Jerusalem,Journey,Purpose Sun, 24 Oct 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In our discussion of virtues, today we encounter "Fortitude", both a virtue and a gift of the Holy Spirit. We see how fortitude enables the other virtues and provides the remaining "hinge" on which a Christian life hangs. In our discussion of virtues, today we encounter "Fortitude", both a virtue and a gift of the Holy Spirit. We see how fortitude enables the other virtues and provides the remaining "hinge" on which a Christian life hangs. In our discussion of virtues, today we encounter "Fortitude", both a virtue and a gift of the Holy Spirit. We see how fortitude enables the other virtues and provides the remaining "hinge" on which a Christian life hangs. … Julian A. Davies 1270 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906784/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_fortitude/id/807580.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906784 Virtue,Fortitude,Strength,Gifts of the Spirit Sun, 24 Oct 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In our discussion of virtues, today we encounter "Fortitude", both a virtue and a gift of the Holy Spirit. We see how fortitude enables the other virtues and provides the remaining "hinge" on which a Christian life hangs. In our discussion of virtues, today we encounter "Fortitude", both a virtue and a gift of the Holy Spirit. We see how fortitude enables the other virtues and provides the remaining "hinge" on which a Christian life hangs. In our discussion of virtues, today we encounter "Fortitude", both a virtue and a gift of the Holy Spirit. We see how fortitude enables the other virtues and provides the remaining "hinge" on which a Christian life hangs. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906784/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_fortitude/id/125152 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906784 Virtue,Fortitude,Strength,Gifts of the Spirit Sun, 17 Oct 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In a passage full of symbols, we encounter Paul in Troas, where his preaching send s a young man to sleep. We consider the consequences of the church falling asleep and develop a Wesleyan theology of sleep based on John Wesley's sermon "On Redeeming Time." In a passage full of symbols, we encounter Paul in Troas, where his preaching send s a young man to sleep. We consider the consequences of the church falling asleep and develop a Wesleyan theology of sleep based on John Wesley's sermon "On Redeeming Time." In a passage full of symbols, we encounter Paul in Troas, where his preaching send s a young man to sleep. We consider the consequences of the church falling asleep and develop a Wesleyan theology of sleep based on John Wesley's sermon "On Redeeming Ti… Julian A. Davies 1941 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906783/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_fallingasleepinchurch/id/807579.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906783 Paul,Troas,Sleep,John Wesley Sun, 17 Oct 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In a passage full of symbols, we encounter Paul in Troas, where his preaching send s a young man to sleep. We consider the consequences of the church falling asleep and develop a Wesleyan theology of sleep based on John Wesley's sermon "On Redeeming Time." In a passage full of symbols, we encounter Paul in Troas, where his preaching send s a young man to sleep. We consider the consequences of the church falling asleep and develop a Wesleyan theology of sleep based on John Wesley's sermon "On Redeeming Time." In a passage full of symbols, we encounter Paul in Troas, where his preaching send s a young man to sleep. We consider the consequences of the church falling asleep and develop a Wesleyan theology of sleep based on John Wesley's sermon "On Redeeming Ti… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906783/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_fallingasleepinchurch/id/125151 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906783 Paul,Troas,Sleep,John Wesley Sun, 17 Oct 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Today we encounter the third of the cardinal virtues: temperance or self control. How do we develop better self control? We look to Susanna Wesley and her model for raising children as an example of how self control can be taught and inculcated. Today we encounter the third of the cardinal virtues: temperance or self control. How do we develop better self control? We look to Susanna Wesley and her model for raising children as an example of how self control can be taught and inculcated. Today we encounter the third of the cardinal virtues: temperance or self control. How do we develop better self control? We look to Susanna Wesley and her model for raising children as an example of how self control can be taught and inculcated. … Julian A. Davies 1444 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906782/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_temperance/id/807578.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906782 Virtue,Temperance,Susanna Wesley,Methodism Sun, 17 Oct 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Today we encounter the third of the cardinal virtues: temperance or self control. How do we develop better self control? We look to Susanna Wesley and her model for raising children as an example of how self control can be taught and inculcated. Today we encounter the third of the cardinal virtues: temperance or self control. How do we develop better self control? We look to Susanna Wesley and her model for raising children as an example of how self control can be taught and inculcated. Today we encounter the third of the cardinal virtues: temperance or self control. How do we develop better self control? We look to Susanna Wesley and her model for raising children as an example of how self control can be taught and inculcated. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906782/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_temperance/id/125150 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906782 Virtue,Temperance,Susanna Wesley,Methodism Sun, 10 Oct 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies The cardinal virtues - literally virtues upon which a way of life hinges - justice is one that is particularly hard to grasp in this day and age. Justice, in the Biblical narrative, is not paired with "courtroom" or "punishment" but is most commonly found coupled with "righteousness." We explore the terrain of justice as understood in the Biblical context and see how this might inform our work to help usher in the Kingdom of God, here and now. The cardinal virtues - literally virtues upon which a way of life hinges - justice is one that is particularly hard to grasp in this day and age. Justice, in the Biblical narrative, is not paired with "courtroom" or "punishment" but is most commonly found coupled with "righteousness." We explore the terrain of justice as understood in the Biblical context and see how this might inform our work to help usher in the Kingdom of God, here and now. The cardinal virtues - literally virtues upon which a way of life hinges - justice is one that is particularly hard to grasp in this day and age. Justice, in the Biblical narrative, is not paired with "courtroom" or "punishment" but is most commonly fo… Julian A. Davies 1666 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906766/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_ustice/id/807575.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906766 Virtue,Justice,Kingdom of God,Jesus Sun, 10 Oct 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies The cardinal virtues - literally virtues upon which a way of life hinges - justice is one that is particularly hard to grasp in this day and age. Justice, in the Biblical narrative, is not paired with "courtroom" or "punishment" but is most commonly found coupled with "righteousness." We explore the terrain of justice as understood in the Biblical context and see how this might inform our work to help usher in the Kingdom of God, here and now. The cardinal virtues - literally virtues upon which a way of life hinges - justice is one that is particularly hard to grasp in this day and age. Justice, in the Biblical narrative, is not paired with "courtroom" or "punishment" but is most commonly found coupled with "righteousness." We explore the terrain of justice as understood in the Biblical context and see how this might inform our work to help usher in the Kingdom of God, here and now. The cardinal virtues - literally virtues upon which a way of life hinges - justice is one that is particularly hard to grasp in this day and age. Justice, in the Biblical narrative, is not paired with "courtroom" or "punishment" but is most commonly fo… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906766/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_ustice/id/125148 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906766 Virtue,Justice,Kingdom of God,Jesus Sun, 10 Oct 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As he begins his third missionary journey, Paul encounters a group of disciples in Ephesus who have no knowledge of the Holy Spirit, or at the very least, no knowledge of the outpouring of the Spirit. In a terse and complex narrative, Luke weaves together the roles of baptism, the Holy Spirit and preaching the Word in the spread of the Good News. As he begins his third missionary journey, Paul encounters a group of disciples in Ephesus who have no knowledge of the Holy Spirit, or at the very least, no knowledge of the outpouring of the Spirit. In a terse and complex narrative, Luke weaves together the roles of baptism, the Holy Spirit and preaching the Word in the spread of the Good News. As he begins his third missionary journey, Paul encounters a group of disciples in Ephesus who have no knowledge of the Holy Spirit, or at the very least, no knowledge of the outpouring of the Spirit. In a terse and complex narrative, Luke weaves toget… Julian A. Davies 1642 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906773/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_wehavenotevenheardthatthereisa/id/807576.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906773 Holy Spirit,Baptism,Paul,Ephesus, Scripture: Acts 19:1-19:10 Sun, 10 Oct 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As he begins his third missionary journey, Paul encounters a group of disciples in Ephesus who have no knowledge of the Holy Spirit, or at the very least, no knowledge of the outpouring of the Spirit. In a terse and complex narrative, Luke weaves together the roles of baptism, the Holy Spirit and preaching the Word in the spread of the Good News. As he begins his third missionary journey, Paul encounters a group of disciples in Ephesus who have no knowledge of the Holy Spirit, or at the very least, no knowledge of the outpouring of the Spirit. In a terse and complex narrative, Luke weaves together the roles of baptism, the Holy Spirit and preaching the Word in the spread of the Good News. As he begins his third missionary journey, Paul encounters a group of disciples in Ephesus who have no knowledge of the Holy Spirit, or at the very least, no knowledge of the outpouring of the Spirit. In a terse and complex narrative, Luke weaves toget… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906773/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_wehavenotevenheardthatthereisa/id/125149 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906773 Holy Spirit,Baptism,Paul,Ephesus, Scripture: Acts 19:1-19:10 Sun, 03 Oct 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies When Paul leaves Athens and travels to Corinth his success in preaching the Good News brings troubles of its own. In the night, he has a vision and God tells him not to be afraid, not to be silent, and that God is with him. Perhaps that is a message we each need to hear today: Do not be afraid. Do not be silent. God is with us. When Paul leaves Athens and travels to Corinth his success in preaching the Good News brings troubles of its own. In the night, he has a vision and God tells him not to be afraid, not to be silent, and that God is with him. Perhaps that is a message we each need to hear today: Do not be afraid. Do not be silent. God is with us. When Paul leaves Athens and travels to Corinth his success in preaching the Good News brings troubles of its own. In the night, he has a vision and God tells him not to be afraid, not to be silent, and that God is with him. Perhaps that is a message we… Julian A. Davies 1553 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906755/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_donotbeafraiddonotbesilent/id/807572.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906755 Paul,Corinth,Vision,Gospel Sun, 03 Oct 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies When Paul leaves Athens and travels to Corinth his success in preaching the Good News brings troubles of its own. In the night, he has a vision and God tells him not to be afraid, not to be silent, and that God is with him. Perhaps that is a message we each need to hear today: Do not be afraid. Do not be silent. God is with us. When Paul leaves Athens and travels to Corinth his success in preaching the Good News brings troubles of its own. In the night, he has a vision and God tells him not to be afraid, not to be silent, and that God is with him. Perhaps that is a message we each need to hear today: Do not be afraid. Do not be silent. God is with us. When Paul leaves Athens and travels to Corinth his success in preaching the Good News brings troubles of its own. In the night, he has a vision and God tells him not to be afraid, not to be silent, and that God is with him. Perhaps that is a message we… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906755/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_donotbeafraiddonotbesilent/id/125147 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906755 Paul,Corinth,Vision,Gospel Sun, 03 Oct 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Prudence - a word not in common use these days - is one of the cardinal virtues; a virtue upon which a way of life hinges. The Proverbs tell us that prudence - the ability to make the best decision among many possibilities - can be taught! How can we make prudent choices - the choices that are "best" in the sense that they open the way to the Kingdom of God? Prudence - a word not in common use these days - is one of the cardinal virtues; a virtue upon which a way of life hinges. The Proverbs tell us that prudence - the ability to make the best decision among many possibilities - can be taught! How can we make prudent choices - the choices that are "best" in the sense that they open the way to the Kingdom of God? Prudence - a word not in common use these days - is one of the cardinal virtues; a virtue upon which a way of life hinges. The Proverbs tell us that prudence - the ability to make the best decision among many possibilities - can be taught! How can we … Julian A. Davies 1686 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906744/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_prudence/id/807571.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906744 Virtue,Prudence,Proverbs, Scripture: Proverbs 1:1-1:6 Sun, 03 Oct 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Prudence - a word not in common use these days - is one of the cardinal virtues; a virtue upon which a way of life hinges. The Proverbs tell us that prudence - the ability to make the best decision among many possibilities - can be taught! How can we make prudent choices - the choices that are "best" in the sense that they open the way to the Kingdom of God? Prudence - a word not in common use these days - is one of the cardinal virtues; a virtue upon which a way of life hinges. The Proverbs tell us that prudence - the ability to make the best decision among many possibilities - can be taught! How can we make prudent choices - the choices that are "best" in the sense that they open the way to the Kingdom of God? Prudence - a word not in common use these days - is one of the cardinal virtues; a virtue upon which a way of life hinges. The Proverbs tell us that prudence - the ability to make the best decision among many possibilities - can be taught! How can we … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906744/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_prudence/id/125146 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906744 Virtue,Prudence,Proverbs, Scripture: Proverbs 1:1-1:6 Sun, 26 Sep 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies We encounter Paul in Athens where is confronted with a city full of idols. His speech before the Areopagus provides a model for explaining the good news across cultures. Of course, some scoff and ask for more information - but some believe! We encounter Paul in Athens where is confronted with a city full of idols. His speech before the Areopagus provides a model for explaining the good news across cultures. Of course, some scoff and ask for more information - but some believe! We encounter Paul in Athens where is confronted with a city full of idols. His speech before the Areopagus provides a model for explaining the good news across cultures. Of course, some scoff and ask for more information - but some believe!… Julian A. Davies 1969 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906737/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_howextremelyreligiousyouare/id/807570.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906737 Paul,Athens,Arepagus,Evangelism Sun, 26 Sep 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies We encounter Paul in Athens where is confronted with a city full of idols. His speech before the Areopagus provides a model for explaining the good news across cultures. Of course, some scoff and ask for more information - but some believe! We encounter Paul in Athens where is confronted with a city full of idols. His speech before the Areopagus provides a model for explaining the good news across cultures. Of course, some scoff and ask for more information - but some believe! We encounter Paul in Athens where is confronted with a city full of idols. His speech before the Areopagus provides a model for explaining the good news across cultures. Of course, some scoff and ask for more information - but some believe!… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906737/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_howextremelyreligiousyouare/id/125145 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906737 Paul,Athens,Arepagus,Evangelism Sun, 19 Sep 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Paul's vision in the night - perhaps a dream - leads to the Good News coming to Europe as Paul and his entourage cross over from Troas to Macedonia. The importance of vision in the life of the church continues to be of the utmost significance. Paul's vision in the night - perhaps a dream - leads to the Good News coming to Europe as Paul and his entourage cross over from Troas to Macedonia. The importance of vision in the life of the church continues to be of the utmost significance. Paul's vision in the night - perhaps a dream - leads to the Good News coming to Europe as Paul and his entourage cross over from Troas to Macedonia. The importance of vision in the life of the church continues to be of the utmost significance. … Julian A. Davies 2347 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906723/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_adealerinpurple/id/807568.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906723 Paul,Silas,Vision,Lydia Sun, 19 Sep 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Paul's vision in the night - perhaps a dream - leads to the Good News coming to Europe as Paul and his entourage cross over from Troas to Macedonia. The importance of vision in the life of the church continues to be of the utmost significance. Paul's vision in the night - perhaps a dream - leads to the Good News coming to Europe as Paul and his entourage cross over from Troas to Macedonia. The importance of vision in the life of the church continues to be of the utmost significance. Paul's vision in the night - perhaps a dream - leads to the Good News coming to Europe as Paul and his entourage cross over from Troas to Macedonia. The importance of vision in the life of the church continues to be of the utmost significance. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906723/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_adealerinpurple/id/125144 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906723 Paul,Silas,Vision,Lydia Sun, 19 Sep 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In our discussion of the importance of virtue, we encounter the second of the theological virtues, hope. The tension between hope and despair is a very real one in the world today and we examine the specifically Christian understanding of the nature of hope and why it is alive and well in the world. In our discussion of the importance of virtue, we encounter the second of the theological virtues, hope. The tension between hope and despair is a very real one in the world today and we examine the specifically Christian understanding of the nature of hope and why it is alive and well in the world. In our discussion of the importance of virtue, we encounter the second of the theological virtues, hope. The tension between hope and despair is a very real one in the world today and we examine the specifically Christian understanding of the nature o… Julian A. Davies 1049 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906717/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_hope/id/807567.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906717 Hope,Despair,Virtue,Vision Sun, 19 Sep 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In our discussion of the importance of virtue, we encounter the second of the theological virtues, hope. The tension between hope and despair is a very real one in the world today and we examine the specifically Christian understanding of the nature of hope and why it is alive and well in the world. In our discussion of the importance of virtue, we encounter the second of the theological virtues, hope. The tension between hope and despair is a very real one in the world today and we examine the specifically Christian understanding of the nature of hope and why it is alive and well in the world. In our discussion of the importance of virtue, we encounter the second of the theological virtues, hope. The tension between hope and despair is a very real one in the world today and we examine the specifically Christian understanding of the nature o… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906717/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_hope/id/125143 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906717 Hope,Despair,Virtue,Vision Sun, 12 Sep 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Paul and Barnabas disagree over the inclusion of John Mark in their second missionary journey and go their separate ways. The issues of failure, disagreement and reconciliation all surface in this narrative. Paul and Barnabas disagree over the inclusion of John Mark in their second missionary journey and go their separate ways. The issues of failure, disagreement and reconciliation all surface in this narrative. Paul and Barnabas disagree over the inclusion of John Mark in their second missionary journey and go their separate ways. The issues of failure, disagreement and reconciliation all surface in this narrative. … Julian A. Davies 1302 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906707/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_disagreement/id/807565.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906707 Paul,Barnabas,John Mark,Disagreement Sun, 12 Sep 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Paul and Barnabas disagree over the inclusion of John Mark in their second missionary journey and go their separate ways. The issues of failure, disagreement and reconciliation all surface in this narrative. Paul and Barnabas disagree over the inclusion of John Mark in their second missionary journey and go their separate ways. The issues of failure, disagreement and reconciliation all surface in this narrative. Paul and Barnabas disagree over the inclusion of John Mark in their second missionary journey and go their separate ways. The issues of failure, disagreement and reconciliation all surface in this narrative. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906707/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_disagreement/id/125142 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906707 Paul,Barnabas,John Mark,Disagreement Sun, 05 Sep 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Paul and Barnabas meet with the church at Jerusalem over the vexing question of whether or not Gentiles need to follow the Law of Moses to be included among the followers of Jesus. The question of "Who is in and who is out" continues to be a subject of much debate in the church today. Paul and Barnabas meet with the church at Jerusalem over the vexing question of whether or not Gentiles need to follow the Law of Moses to be included among the followers of Jesus. The question of "Who is in and who is out" continues to be a subject of much debate in the church today. Paul and Barnabas meet with the church at Jerusalem over the vexing question of whether or not Gentiles need to follow the Law of Moses to be included among the followers of Jesus. The question of "Who is in and who is out" continues to be a subject of… Julian A. Davies 1741 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906703/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_savedthroughthegraceofthelorde/id/807564.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906703 Gentiles,Law,Moses,Grace Sun, 05 Sep 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Paul and Barnabas meet with the church at Jerusalem over the vexing question of whether or not Gentiles need to follow the Law of Moses to be included among the followers of Jesus. The question of "Who is in and who is out" continues to be a subject of much debate in the church today. Paul and Barnabas meet with the church at Jerusalem over the vexing question of whether or not Gentiles need to follow the Law of Moses to be included among the followers of Jesus. The question of "Who is in and who is out" continues to be a subject of much debate in the church today. Paul and Barnabas meet with the church at Jerusalem over the vexing question of whether or not Gentiles need to follow the Law of Moses to be included among the followers of Jesus. The question of "Who is in and who is out" continues to be a subject of… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906703/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_savedthroughthegraceofthelorde/id/125141 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906703 Gentiles,Law,Moses,Grace Sun, 29 Aug 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In Lystra, Barnabas and Paul are mistaken for Greek gods walking the earth. The seductive power of being thought of as a god remains an issue to this day! In Lystra, Barnabas and Paul are mistaken for Greek gods walking the earth. The seductive power of being thought of as a god remains an issue to this day! In Lystra, Barnabas and Paul are mistaken for Greek gods walking the earth. The seductive power of being thought of as a god remains an issue to this day! … Julian A. Davies 1390 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906696/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_meremortals/id/807563.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906696 Paul,Barnabas,Zeus,Hermes, Scripture: Acts 14:8-14:18 Sun, 29 Aug 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In Lystra, Barnabas and Paul are mistaken for Greek gods walking the earth. The seductive power of being thought of as a god remains an issue to this day! In Lystra, Barnabas and Paul are mistaken for Greek gods walking the earth. The seductive power of being thought of as a god remains an issue to this day! In Lystra, Barnabas and Paul are mistaken for Greek gods walking the earth. The seductive power of being thought of as a god remains an issue to this day! … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906696/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_meremortals/id/125140 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906696 Paul,Barnabas,Zeus,Hermes, Scripture: Acts 14:8-14:18 Sun, 22 Aug 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the "Antioch Chronicles" in the Acts of the Apostles we encounter Saul and Barnabas, called by the Holy Spirit and set apart by the people of God. In a passage filled with contrasts, we see how the contours of the role of the Christian in the world are mapped out. In the "Antioch Chronicles" in the Acts of the Apostles we encounter Saul and Barnabas, called by the Holy Spirit and set apart by the people of God. In a passage filled with contrasts, we see how the contours of the role of the Christian in the world are mapped out. In the "Antioch Chronicles" in the Acts of the Apostles we encounter Saul and Barnabas, called by the Holy Spirit and set apart by the people of God. In a passage filled with contrasts, we see how the contours of the role of the Christian in the world … Julian A. Davies 1889 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906676/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_calledandsetapart/id/807557.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906676 Saul,Barnabas,Antioch,Call Sun, 22 Aug 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the "Antioch Chronicles" in the Acts of the Apostles we encounter Saul and Barnabas, called by the Holy Spirit and set apart by the people of God. In a passage filled with contrasts, we see how the contours of the role of the Christian in the world are mapped out. In the "Antioch Chronicles" in the Acts of the Apostles we encounter Saul and Barnabas, called by the Holy Spirit and set apart by the people of God. In a passage filled with contrasts, we see how the contours of the role of the Christian in the world are mapped out. In the "Antioch Chronicles" in the Acts of the Apostles we encounter Saul and Barnabas, called by the Holy Spirit and set apart by the people of God. In a passage filled with contrasts, we see how the contours of the role of the Christian in the world … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906676/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_calledandsetapart/id/125139 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906676 Saul,Barnabas,Antioch,Call Sun, 15 Aug 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies While Antioch proved to be a fertile field for the growth of Christianity, things in Jerusalem were deteriorating rapidly! In the midst of this, the power of prayer was demonstrated dramatically as Peter was miraculously freed from prison. While Antioch proved to be a fertile field for the growth of Christianity, things in Jerusalem were deteriorating rapidly! In the midst of this, the power of prayer was demonstrated dramatically as Peter was miraculously freed from prison. While Antioch proved to be a fertile field for the growth of Christianity, things in Jerusalem were deteriorating rapidly! In the midst of this, the power of prayer was demonstrated dramatically as Peter was miraculously freed from prison.… Julian A. Davies 1675 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906663/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_youareoutofyourmind/id/807554.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906663 Jerusalem,Peter,Prayer,faith Sun, 15 Aug 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies While Antioch proved to be a fertile field for the growth of Christianity, things in Jerusalem were deteriorating rapidly! In the midst of this, the power of prayer was demonstrated dramatically as Peter was miraculously freed from prison. While Antioch proved to be a fertile field for the growth of Christianity, things in Jerusalem were deteriorating rapidly! In the midst of this, the power of prayer was demonstrated dramatically as Peter was miraculously freed from prison. While Antioch proved to be a fertile field for the growth of Christianity, things in Jerusalem were deteriorating rapidly! In the midst of this, the power of prayer was demonstrated dramatically as Peter was miraculously freed from prison.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906663/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_youareoutofyourmind/id/125138 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906663 Jerusalem,Peter,Prayer,faith Sun, 08 Aug 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies At the start of the "Antioch Chronicles" we find ordinary followers of Jesus welcoming new and different people into the community and responding to a crisis by supporting others who are in need. At the start of the "Antioch Chronicles" we find ordinary followers of Jesus welcoming new and different people into the community and responding to a crisis by supporting others who are in need. At the start of the "Antioch Chronicles" we find ordinary followers of Jesus welcoming new and different people into the community and responding to a crisis by supporting others who are in need.… Julian A. Davies 1974 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906645/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_sendrelief/id/807550.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906645 Antioch,Saul,Barnabus,Famine Sun, 08 Aug 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies At the start of the "Antioch Chronicles" we find ordinary followers of Jesus welcoming new and different people into the community and responding to a crisis by supporting others who are in need. At the start of the "Antioch Chronicles" we find ordinary followers of Jesus welcoming new and different people into the community and responding to a crisis by supporting others who are in need. At the start of the "Antioch Chronicles" we find ordinary followers of Jesus welcoming new and different people into the community and responding to a crisis by supporting others who are in need.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906645/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_sendrelief/id/125137 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906645 Antioch,Saul,Barnabus,Famine Sun, 01 Aug 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies A pair of visions - those of Cornelius and peter - lead to the outpouring of the Spirit and baptism of Gentiles in Caesarea. Peter realizes that "God Shows No Partiality" and the new covenant is made real a dramatic way. A pair of visions - those of Cornelius and peter - lead to the outpouring of the Spirit and baptism of Gentiles in Caesarea. Peter realizes that "God Shows No Partiality" and the new covenant is made real a dramatic way. A pair of visions - those of Cornelius and peter - lead to the outpouring of the Spirit and baptism of Gentiles in Caesarea. Peter realizes that "God Shows No Partiality" and the new covenant is made real a dramatic way. … Julian A. Davies 1286 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906633/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_godshowsnopartiality/id/807547.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906633 Gentiles,Peter,Baptism,Holy Spirit Sun, 01 Aug 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies A pair of visions - those of Cornelius and peter - lead to the outpouring of the Spirit and baptism of Gentiles in Caesarea. Peter realizes that "God Shows No Partiality" and the new covenant is made real a dramatic way. A pair of visions - those of Cornelius and peter - lead to the outpouring of the Spirit and baptism of Gentiles in Caesarea. Peter realizes that "God Shows No Partiality" and the new covenant is made real a dramatic way. A pair of visions - those of Cornelius and peter - lead to the outpouring of the Spirit and baptism of Gentiles in Caesarea. Peter realizes that "God Shows No Partiality" and the new covenant is made real a dramatic way. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906633/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_godshowsnopartiality/id/125136 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906633 Gentiles,Peter,Baptism,Holy Spirit Sun, 25 Jul 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the second of a pair of miracle narratives, Luke describes how Tabitha is raised from the dead through the prayers of Peter. Many come to believe because of this miracle. We ask how we might provide experiences that bring people to belief even today. In the second of a pair of miracle narratives, Luke describes how Tabitha is raised from the dead through the prayers of Peter. Many come to believe because of this miracle. We ask how we might provide experiences that bring people to belief even today. In the second of a pair of miracle narratives, Luke describes how Tabitha is raised from the dead through the prayers of Peter. Many come to believe because of this miracle. We ask how we might provide experiences that bring people to belief even today… Julian A. Davies 1765 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906632/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_goodworksandactsofcharity/id/807546.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906632 Peter,Tabitha,Dorcas,Miracle Sun, 25 Jul 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the second of a pair of miracle narratives, Luke describes how Tabitha is raised from the dead through the prayers of Peter. Many come to believe because of this miracle. We ask how we might provide experiences that bring people to belief even today. In the second of a pair of miracle narratives, Luke describes how Tabitha is raised from the dead through the prayers of Peter. Many come to believe because of this miracle. We ask how we might provide experiences that bring people to belief even today. In the second of a pair of miracle narratives, Luke describes how Tabitha is raised from the dead through the prayers of Peter. Many come to believe because of this miracle. We ask how we might provide experiences that bring people to belief even today… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906632/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_goodworksandactsofcharity/id/125135 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906632 Peter,Tabitha,Dorcas,Miracle Sun, 04 Jul 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies The story of the first martyr among the followers of Jesus calls us to ask ourselves the question,"what matters the most to us?" The story of the first martyr among the followers of Jesus calls us to ask ourselves the question,"what matters the most to us?" The story of the first martyr among the followers of Jesus calls us to ask ourselves the question,"what matters the most to us?"… Julian A. Davies 1456 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906631/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_stephenandsaul/id/807545.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906631 Stephen,Saul,Martyr Sun, 04 Jul 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies The story of the first martyr among the followers of Jesus calls us to ask ourselves the question,"what matters the most to us?" The story of the first martyr among the followers of Jesus calls us to ask ourselves the question,"what matters the most to us?" The story of the first martyr among the followers of Jesus calls us to ask ourselves the question,"what matters the most to us?"… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906631/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_stephenandsaul/id/125134 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906631 Stephen,Saul,Martyr Sun, 27 Jun 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies we're sorry, the technology to record tonight's sermon failed us and no audio file is available. Please leek through the sermon notes and watch the video indicated at the end. We'll be back next week! we're sorry, the technology to record tonight's sermon failed us and no audio file is available. Please leek through the sermon notes and watch the video indicated at the end. We'll be back next week! we're sorry, the technology to record tonight's sermon failed us and no audio file is available. Please leek through the sermon notes and watch the video indicated at the end. We'll be back next week!… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906629/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_theseven/id/125133 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906629 Service,Ministry,Organization,Planning Sun, 20 Jun 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the days "after Jesus", we find Peter acting faithfully to the good news of Jesus Christ despite significant opposition. The idea that if it is of God then nothing can stop it is central to the thinking of the disciples and even those who initially oppose them. How can we tell when something is "of God", especially in our own lives and in the life of our community? In the days "after Jesus", we find Peter acting faithfully to the good news of Jesus Christ despite significant opposition. The idea that if it is of God then nothing can stop it is central to the thinking of the disciples and even those who initially oppose them. How can we tell when something is "of God", especially in our own lives and in the life of our community? In the days "after Jesus", we find Peter acting faithfully to the good news of Jesus Christ despite significant opposition. The idea that if it is of God then nothing can stop it is central to the thinking of the disciples and even those who initially … Julian A. Davies 1804 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906623/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_ifitisofgod/id/807539.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906623 God's will,Peter,Gamaliel,Resurrection Sun, 20 Jun 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the days "after Jesus", we find Peter acting faithfully to the good news of Jesus Christ despite significant opposition. The idea that if it is of God then nothing can stop it is central to the thinking of the disciples and even those who initially oppose them. How can we tell when something is "of God", especially in our own lives and in the life of our community? In the days "after Jesus", we find Peter acting faithfully to the good news of Jesus Christ despite significant opposition. The idea that if it is of God then nothing can stop it is central to the thinking of the disciples and even those who initially oppose them. How can we tell when something is "of God", especially in our own lives and in the life of our community? In the days "after Jesus", we find Peter acting faithfully to the good news of Jesus Christ despite significant opposition. The idea that if it is of God then nothing can stop it is central to the thinking of the disciples and even those who initially … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906623/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_ifitisofgod/id/125132 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906623 God's will,Peter,Gamaliel,Resurrection Sun, 09 May 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies We compare the work of the people of Israel in building the Tabernacle with the work of the followers of Jesus in building the community that came to be known as the early church. How we we cultivate a sense of plenty during a time when the world tells us that there is scarcity? We compare the work of the people of Israel in building the Tabernacle with the work of the followers of Jesus in building the community that came to be known as the early church. How we we cultivate a sense of plenty during a time when the world tells us that there is scarcity? We compare the work of the people of Israel in building the Tabernacle with the work of the followers of Jesus in building the community that came to be known as the early church. How we we cultivate a sense of plenty during a time when the world tells… Julian A. Davies 1277 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906611/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_morethanenough/id/807533.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906611 Scarcity,Plenty,Tabernacle,Community Sun, 09 May 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies We compare the work of the people of Israel in building the Tabernacle with the work of the followers of Jesus in building the community that came to be known as the early church. How we we cultivate a sense of plenty during a time when the world tells us that there is scarcity? We compare the work of the people of Israel in building the Tabernacle with the work of the followers of Jesus in building the community that came to be known as the early church. How we we cultivate a sense of plenty during a time when the world tells us that there is scarcity? We compare the work of the people of Israel in building the Tabernacle with the work of the followers of Jesus in building the community that came to be known as the early church. How we we cultivate a sense of plenty during a time when the world tells… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906611/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_morethanenough/id/125126 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906611 Scarcity,Plenty,Tabernacle,Community Sun, 25 Apr 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In John's Gospel we find Jesus talking with Simon Peter and asking him three times, "Do You Love Me?" Peter's responses and the words of Jesus that follow constitute a call to discipleship. Jesus ends the conversation with words that echo through the centuries: "Follow me." In John's Gospel we find Jesus talking with Simon Peter and asking him three times, "Do You Love Me?" Peter's responses and the words of Jesus that follow constitute a call to discipleship. Jesus ends the conversation with words that echo through the centuries: "Follow me." In John's Gospel we find Jesus talking with Simon Peter and asking him three times, "Do You Love Me?" Peter's responses and the words of Jesus that follow constitute a call to discipleship. Jesus ends the conversation with words that echo through the c… Julian A. Davies 1270 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906597/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_followme/id/807531.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906597 Jesus,Peter,Discipleship,Grace Sun, 25 Apr 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In John's Gospel we find Jesus talking with Simon Peter and asking him three times, "Do You Love Me?" Peter's responses and the words of Jesus that follow constitute a call to discipleship. Jesus ends the conversation with words that echo through the centuries: "Follow me." In John's Gospel we find Jesus talking with Simon Peter and asking him three times, "Do You Love Me?" Peter's responses and the words of Jesus that follow constitute a call to discipleship. Jesus ends the conversation with words that echo through the centuries: "Follow me." In John's Gospel we find Jesus talking with Simon Peter and asking him three times, "Do You Love Me?" Peter's responses and the words of Jesus that follow constitute a call to discipleship. Jesus ends the conversation with words that echo through the c… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906597/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_followme/id/125125 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906597 Jesus,Peter,Discipleship,Grace Sun, 18 Apr 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we continue our exploration of the varied reactions of the disciples to the discovery of the empty tomb and encounters with the risen Christ, we find Simon Peter and six other disciples deciding to go fishing! As we continue our exploration of the varied reactions of the disciples to the discovery of the empty tomb and encounters with the risen Christ, we find Simon Peter and six other disciples deciding to go fishing! As we continue our exploration of the varied reactions of the disciples to the discovery of the empty tomb and encounters with the risen Christ, we find Simon Peter and six other disciples deciding to go fishing! … Julian A. Davies 1498 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906590/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_gonefishin/id/807530.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906590 Resurrection,Jesus,Peter,Beloved Disciple Sun, 18 Apr 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we continue our exploration of the varied reactions of the disciples to the discovery of the empty tomb and encounters with the risen Christ, we find Simon Peter and six other disciples deciding to go fishing! As we continue our exploration of the varied reactions of the disciples to the discovery of the empty tomb and encounters with the risen Christ, we find Simon Peter and six other disciples deciding to go fishing! As we continue our exploration of the varied reactions of the disciples to the discovery of the empty tomb and encounters with the risen Christ, we find Simon Peter and six other disciples deciding to go fishing! … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906590/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_gonefishin/id/125124 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906590 Resurrection,Jesus,Peter,Beloved Disciple Sun, 11 Apr 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Linda Carter On this Second Sunday of Easter we encounter the narrative of "Doubting Thomas" and his encounter with the risen Christ. Through this account, we face the reality of our own doubts and struggles, and the role of doubt in faith. On this Second Sunday of Easter we encounter the narrative of "Doubting Thomas" and his encounter with the risen Christ. Through this account, we face the reality of our own doubts and struggles, and the role of doubt in faith. On this Second Sunday of Easter we encounter the narrative of "Doubting Thomas" and his encounter with the risen Christ. Through this account, we face the reality of our own doubts and struggles, and the role of doubt in faith.… Linda Carter 1228 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906585/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whenindoubtask/id/807529.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906585 Doubt,Thomas,faith,Jesus Sun, 28 Mar 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On our journey through Lent we encounter Jesus entering Jerusalem and contrast the Lukan account with the historic description of royal entry found in Psalm 118. On our journey through Lent we encounter Jesus entering Jerusalem and contrast the Lukan account with the historic description of royal entry found in Psalm 118. On our journey through Lent we encounter Jesus entering Jerusalem and contrast the Lukan account with the historic description of royal entry found in Psalm 118.… Julian A. Davies 1117 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906580/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thecornerstone/id/807528.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906580 Jesus,Jerusalem,Lent,Psalm Sun, 28 Mar 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On our journey through Lent we encounter Jesus entering Jerusalem and contrast the Lukan account with the historic description of royal entry found in Psalm 118. On our journey through Lent we encounter Jesus entering Jerusalem and contrast the Lukan account with the historic description of royal entry found in Psalm 118. On our journey through Lent we encounter Jesus entering Jerusalem and contrast the Lukan account with the historic description of royal entry found in Psalm 118.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906580/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thecornerstone/id/125123 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906580 Jesus,Jerusalem,Lent,Psalm Sun, 21 Mar 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we journey through Lent we encounter Jesus visiting Lazarus, Mary and Martha. Seen against a background of Isaiah's prophetic words, we begin to notice a plan unfold as Jesus approaches Jerusalem. As we journey through Lent we encounter Jesus visiting Lazarus, Mary and Martha. Seen against a background of Isaiah's prophetic words, we begin to notice a plan unfold as Jesus approaches Jerusalem. As we journey through Lent we encounter Jesus visiting Lazarus, Mary and Martha. Seen against a background of Isaiah's prophetic words, we begin to notice a plan unfold as Jesus approaches Jerusalem.… Julian A. Davies 1080 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906572/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_anewthing/id/807526.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906572 Lent,Lazarus,Mary,Martha Sun, 21 Mar 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we journey through Lent we encounter Jesus visiting Lazarus, Mary and Martha. Seen against a background of Isaiah's prophetic words, we begin to notice a plan unfold as Jesus approaches Jerusalem. As we journey through Lent we encounter Jesus visiting Lazarus, Mary and Martha. Seen against a background of Isaiah's prophetic words, we begin to notice a plan unfold as Jesus approaches Jerusalem. As we journey through Lent we encounter Jesus visiting Lazarus, Mary and Martha. Seen against a background of Isaiah's prophetic words, we begin to notice a plan unfold as Jesus approaches Jerusalem.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906572/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_anewthing/id/125122 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906572 Lent,Lazarus,Mary,Martha Sun, 14 Mar 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we journey through Lent together, we consider the idea that "Jesus is the solution" and ask "what is the problem?" We examine the finite nature of human life and ask how meaning and purpose can be found when faced with this ultimate limitation. As we journey through Lent together, we consider the idea that "Jesus is the solution" and ask "what is the problem?" We examine the finite nature of human life and ask how meaning and purpose can be found when faced with this ultimate limitation. As we journey through Lent together, we consider the idea that "Jesus is the solution" and ask "what is the problem?" We examine the finite nature of human life and ask how meaning and purpose can be found when faced with this ultimate limitation.… Julian A. Davies 1060 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906565/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_problemandsolution/id/807524.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906565 Problem,Solution,Jesus,Life Sun, 14 Mar 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we journey through Lent together, we consider the idea that "Jesus is the solution" and ask "what is the problem?" We examine the finite nature of human life and ask how meaning and purpose can be found when faced with this ultimate limitation. As we journey through Lent together, we consider the idea that "Jesus is the solution" and ask "what is the problem?" We examine the finite nature of human life and ask how meaning and purpose can be found when faced with this ultimate limitation. As we journey through Lent together, we consider the idea that "Jesus is the solution" and ask "what is the problem?" We examine the finite nature of human life and ask how meaning and purpose can be found when faced with this ultimate limitation.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906565/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_problemandsolution/id/125121 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906565 Problem,Solution,Jesus,Life Sun, 07 Mar 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we journey through Lent - a time of introspection and self examination - we consider sin and repentance. How hard it is to admit that we are powerless over the sins that entrap us and that only through the grace of God can we be restored to wholeness. As we journey through Lent - a time of introspection and self examination - we consider sin and repentance. How hard it is to admit that we are powerless over the sins that entrap us and that only through the grace of God can we be restored to wholeness. As we journey through Lent - a time of introspection and self examination - we consider sin and repentance. How hard it is to admit that we are powerless over the sins that entrap us and that only through the grace of God can we be restored to wholene… Julian A. Davies 1290 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906559/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_sinandrepentance/id/807523.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906559 Sin,Repentance,Lent,Guilt Sun, 07 Mar 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we journey through Lent - a time of introspection and self examination - we consider sin and repentance. How hard it is to admit that we are powerless over the sins that entrap us and that only through the grace of God can we be restored to wholeness. As we journey through Lent - a time of introspection and self examination - we consider sin and repentance. How hard it is to admit that we are powerless over the sins that entrap us and that only through the grace of God can we be restored to wholeness. As we journey through Lent - a time of introspection and self examination - we consider sin and repentance. How hard it is to admit that we are powerless over the sins that entrap us and that only through the grace of God can we be restored to wholene… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906559/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_sinandrepentance/id/125120 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906559 Sin,Repentance,Lent,Guilt Sun, 28 Feb 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Linda Carter The life and works of C. A. Tindley form the focus of our discussion of Black History Month and we discover a shining example of faith in the face of great obstacles. The life and works of C. A. Tindley form the focus of our discussion of Black History Month and we discover a shining example of faith in the face of great obstacles. The life and works of C. A. Tindley form the focus of our discussion of Black History Month and we discover a shining example of faith in the face of great obstacles. … Linda Carter 847 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906554/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whenthechurchgetsitrightlesson/id/807522.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906554 Black History,C. A. Tindley,Hymns,Faith Sun, 28 Feb 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Linda Carter The life and works of C. A. Tindley form the focus of our discussion of Black History Month and we discover a shining example of faith in the face of great obstacles. The life and works of C. A. Tindley form the focus of our discussion of Black History Month and we discover a shining example of faith in the face of great obstacles. The life and works of C. A. Tindley form the focus of our discussion of Black History Month and we discover a shining example of faith in the face of great obstacles. … Linda Carter https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906554/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_whenthechurchgetsitrightlesson/id/125119 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906554 Black History,C. A. Tindley,Hymns,Faith Sun, 21 Feb 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies A three-part compilation from the third of our Black History Month services: (i) Ernie Johansson speaks "On Bondage"; (ii) Matt Cook plays and sings the protest song, "Blind Willie McTell"; and (iii) Julian Davies preaches on "When The Church Gets It Wrong". A three-part compilation from the third of our Black History Month services: (i) Ernie Johansson speaks "On Bondage"; (ii) Matt Cook plays and sings the protest song, "Blind Willie McTell"; and (iii) Julian Davies preaches on "When The Church Gets It Wrong". A three-part compilation from the third of our Black History Month services: (i) Ernie Johansson speaks "On Bondage"; (ii) Matt Cook plays and sings the protest song, "Blind Willie McTell"; and (iii) Julian Davies preaches on "When The Church Gets It W… Julian A. Davies 2153 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906544/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whenthechurchgetsitwrong/id/807521.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906544 Black History,Methodism,Church History,Racism Sun, 21 Feb 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies A three-part compilation from the third of our Black History Month services: (i) Ernie Johansson speaks "On Bondage"; (ii) Matt Cook plays and sings the protest song, "Blind Willie McTell"; and (iii) Julian Davies preaches on "When The Church Gets It Wrong". A three-part compilation from the third of our Black History Month services: (i) Ernie Johansson speaks "On Bondage"; (ii) Matt Cook plays and sings the protest song, "Blind Willie McTell"; and (iii) Julian Davies preaches on "When The Church Gets It Wrong". A three-part compilation from the third of our Black History Month services: (i) Ernie Johansson speaks "On Bondage"; (ii) Matt Cook plays and sings the protest song, "Blind Willie McTell"; and (iii) Julian Davies preaches on "When The Church Gets It W… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906544/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_whenthechurchgetsitwrong/id/125118 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906544 Black History,Methodism,Church History,Racism Sun, 14 Feb 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we reflect on the meaning and purpose of Black History Month, we examine the curious description of the marriage of Moses to a "Cushite woman" found in the Book of Numbers and the reasons behind the negative reaction of Aaron and Miriam. As we reflect on the meaning and purpose of Black History Month, we examine the curious description of the marriage of Moses to a "Cushite woman" found in the Book of Numbers and the reasons behind the negative reaction of Aaron and Miriam. As we reflect on the meaning and purpose of Black History Month, we examine the curious description of the marriage of Moses to a "Cushite woman" found in the Book of Numbers and the reasons behind the negative reaction of Aaron and Miriam.… Julian A. Davies 1655 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906528/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_racismthenandnow/id/807516.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906528 Black History,Moses,Marriage,Racism, Scripture: Numbers 12:1-12:9 Sun, 14 Feb 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we reflect on the meaning and purpose of Black History Month, we examine the curious description of the marriage of Moses to a "Cushite woman" found in the Book of Numbers and the reasons behind the negative reaction of Aaron and Miriam. As we reflect on the meaning and purpose of Black History Month, we examine the curious description of the marriage of Moses to a "Cushite woman" found in the Book of Numbers and the reasons behind the negative reaction of Aaron and Miriam. As we reflect on the meaning and purpose of Black History Month, we examine the curious description of the marriage of Moses to a "Cushite woman" found in the Book of Numbers and the reasons behind the negative reaction of Aaron and Miriam.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906528/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_racismthenandnow/id/125117 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906528 Black History,Moses,Marriage,Racism, Scripture: Numbers 12:1-12:9 Sun, 07 Feb 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this first Sunday of Black History Month, 2010 we look at the ways that Scripture has been misused to justify slavery in the past and recognize that slavery continues to be a global problem to this day. On this first Sunday of Black History Month, 2010 we look at the ways that Scripture has been misused to justify slavery in the past and recognize that slavery continues to be a global problem to this day. On this first Sunday of Black History Month, 2010 we look at the ways that Scripture has been misused to justify slavery in the past and recognize that slavery continues to be a global problem to this day.… Julian A. Davies 1852 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906526/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_slaverythenandnow/id/807515.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906526 Slavery,Scripture,Black History,Justice, Scripture: Galatians 3:27-3:28 Sun, 07 Feb 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this first Sunday of Black History Month, 2010 we look at the ways that Scripture has been misused to justify slavery in the past and recognize that slavery continues to be a global problem to this day. On this first Sunday of Black History Month, 2010 we look at the ways that Scripture has been misused to justify slavery in the past and recognize that slavery continues to be a global problem to this day. On this first Sunday of Black History Month, 2010 we look at the ways that Scripture has been misused to justify slavery in the past and recognize that slavery continues to be a global problem to this day.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906526/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_slaverythenandnow/id/125116 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906526 Slavery,Scripture,Black History,Justice, Scripture: Galatians 3:27-3:28 Sun, 31 Jan 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we finish our series on the theological virtues, we come to love - "the greatest of these". As explore the contours of love as described in Scripture we see that the essence of the Gospel is captured in two words: Love first. As we finish our series on the theological virtues, we come to love - "the greatest of these". As explore the contours of love as described in Scripture we see that the essence of the Gospel is captured in two words: Love first. As we finish our series on the theological virtues, we come to love - "the greatest of these". As explore the contours of love as described in Scripture we see that the essence of the Gospel is captured in two words: Love first.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906524/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_love/id/125115 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906524 Love,Virtue,Kingdom of God,Gospel Sun, 24 Jan 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the second of our series on the theological virtues - faith, hope and love - we consider hope in the light of the earthquake that has devastated the island nation of Haiti. In the second of our series on the theological virtues - faith, hope and love - we consider hope in the light of the earthquake that has devastated the island nation of Haiti. In the second of our series on the theological virtues - faith, hope and love - we consider hope in the light of the earthquake that has devastated the island nation of Haiti. … Julian A. Davies 1638 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906523/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_hope/id/807514.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906523 Virtue,Hope,Kingdom of God,Haiti Sun, 24 Jan 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the second of our series on the theological virtues - faith, hope and love - we consider hope in the light of the earthquake that has devastated the island nation of Haiti. In the second of our series on the theological virtues - faith, hope and love - we consider hope in the light of the earthquake that has devastated the island nation of Haiti. In the second of our series on the theological virtues - faith, hope and love - we consider hope in the light of the earthquake that has devastated the island nation of Haiti. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906523/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_hope/id/125114 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906523 Virtue,Hope,Kingdom of God,Haiti Sun, 17 Jan 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we begin to look at the theological virtues - faith, hope and love - we encounter the difficult problem of how to speak of faith in the face of a tragedy such as the devastating earthquake in Haiti. As we begin to look at the theological virtues - faith, hope and love - we encounter the difficult problem of how to speak of faith in the face of a tragedy such as the devastating earthquake in Haiti. As we begin to look at the theological virtues - faith, hope and love - we encounter the difficult problem of how to speak of faith in the face of a tragedy such as the devastating earthquake in Haiti. … Julian A. Davies 1418 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906522/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_faith/id/807513.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906522 Faith,Virtue,Encounter,Enactment Sun, 17 Jan 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we begin to look at the theological virtues - faith, hope and love - we encounter the difficult problem of how to speak of faith in the face of a tragedy such as the devastating earthquake in Haiti. As we begin to look at the theological virtues - faith, hope and love - we encounter the difficult problem of how to speak of faith in the face of a tragedy such as the devastating earthquake in Haiti. As we begin to look at the theological virtues - faith, hope and love - we encounter the difficult problem of how to speak of faith in the face of a tragedy such as the devastating earthquake in Haiti. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906522/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_faith/id/125113 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906522 Faith,Virtue,Encounter,Enactment Sun, 10 Jan 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Sunday we remember and celebrate the baptism of Jesus by John. We think about the meaning and significance of this event as it launches the public ministry of Jesus as an adult. On this Sunday we remember and celebrate the baptism of Jesus by John. We think about the meaning and significance of this event as it launches the public ministry of Jesus as an adult. On this Sunday we remember and celebrate the baptism of Jesus by John. We think about the meaning and significance of this event as it launches the public ministry of Jesus as an adult.… Julian A. Davies 1975 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906521/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_calledbyname/id/807512.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906521 Jesus,John the Baptist,Baptism,Kingdom of God, Scripture: Mark 3:15-3:22, Custom categories: Topic: Baptism Of The Lord Sun, 10 Jan 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Sunday we remember and celebrate the baptism of Jesus by John. We think about the meaning and significance of this event as it launches the public ministry of Jesus as an adult. On this Sunday we remember and celebrate the baptism of Jesus by John. We think about the meaning and significance of this event as it launches the public ministry of Jesus as an adult. On this Sunday we remember and celebrate the baptism of Jesus by John. We think about the meaning and significance of this event as it launches the public ministry of Jesus as an adult.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906521/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_calledbyname/id/125112 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906521 Jesus,John the Baptist,Baptism,Kingdom of God, Scripture: Mark 3:15-3:22, Custom categories: Topic: Baptism Of The Lord Sun, 03 Jan 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Epiphany Sunday we look at Matthew's account of the visit of the Magi to Mary and Jesus, and the giving of the three gifts. On this Epiphany Sunday we look at Matthew's account of the visit of the Magi to Mary and Jesus, and the giving of the three gifts. On this Epiphany Sunday we look at Matthew's account of the visit of the Magi to Mary and Jesus, and the giving of the three gifts. … Julian A. Davies 1881 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906520/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_threegifts/id/807511.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906520 Epiphany,Magi,Gifts,Jesus, Custom categories: Topic: Epiphany Sun, 03 Jan 2010 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this Epiphany Sunday we look at Matthew's account of the visit of the Magi to Mary and Jesus, and the giving of the three gifts. On this Epiphany Sunday we look at Matthew's account of the visit of the Magi to Mary and Jesus, and the giving of the three gifts. On this Epiphany Sunday we look at Matthew's account of the visit of the Magi to Mary and Jesus, and the giving of the three gifts. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906520/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_threegifts/id/125111 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906520 Epiphany,Magi,Gifts,Jesus, Custom categories: Topic: Epiphany Sun, 27 Dec 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In Luke's narrative we encounter Jesus as an adolescent boy, separated from his parents in a crowded city. We see the problem in understanding the words of Jesus was experienced even by his parents! In Luke's narrative we encounter Jesus as an adolescent boy, separated from his parents in a crowded city. We see the problem in understanding the words of Jesus was experienced even by his parents! In Luke's narrative we encounter Jesus as an adolescent boy, separated from his parents in a crowded city. We see the problem in understanding the words of Jesus was experienced even by his parents! … Julian A. Davies 1301 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906505/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_copingwithadolescentboys/id/807506.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906505 Jesus,Passover,Doctrine,Growth, Custom categories: Topic: Doctrine and Growth Sun, 27 Dec 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In Luke's narrative we encounter Jesus as an adolescent boy, separated from his parents in a crowded city. We see the problem in understanding the words of Jesus was experienced even by his parents! In Luke's narrative we encounter Jesus as an adolescent boy, separated from his parents in a crowded city. We see the problem in understanding the words of Jesus was experienced even by his parents! In Luke's narrative we encounter Jesus as an adolescent boy, separated from his parents in a crowded city. We see the problem in understanding the words of Jesus was experienced even by his parents! … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906505/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_copingwithadolescentboys/id/125110 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906505 Jesus,Passover,Doctrine,Growth, Custom categories: Topic: Doctrine and Growth Sun, 20 Dec 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this last Sunday of Advent, we encounter Luke's description of the birth of Jesus. Shepherds provide the witness to the miracle of the coming of the Christ child into the world. On this last Sunday of Advent, we encounter Luke's description of the birth of Jesus. Shepherds provide the witness to the miracle of the coming of the Christ child into the world. On this last Sunday of Advent, we encounter Luke's description of the birth of Jesus. Shepherds provide the witness to the miracle of the coming of the Christ child into the world. … Julian A. Davies 1594 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906492/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_maryandesus/id/807502.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906492 Jesus,Mary ,Bethlehem,Shepherds Sun, 20 Dec 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this last Sunday of Advent, we encounter Luke's description of the birth of Jesus. Shepherds provide the witness to the miracle of the coming of the Christ child into the world. On this last Sunday of Advent, we encounter Luke's description of the birth of Jesus. Shepherds provide the witness to the miracle of the coming of the Christ child into the world. On this last Sunday of Advent, we encounter Luke's description of the birth of Jesus. Shepherds provide the witness to the miracle of the coming of the Christ child into the world. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906492/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_maryandesus/id/125109 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906492 Jesus,Mary ,Bethlehem,Shepherds Sun, 13 Dec 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we follow Luke's narrative of the preparation for the birth of Jesus we encounter Zechariah and Elizabeth at the time of John's birth. In this account we begin the see the promise of light breaking into the darkness. As we follow Luke's narrative of the preparation for the birth of Jesus we encounter Zechariah and Elizabeth at the time of John's birth. In this account we begin the see the promise of light breaking into the darkness. As we follow Luke's narrative of the preparation for the birth of Jesus we encounter Zechariah and Elizabeth at the time of John's birth. In this account we begin the see the promise of light breaking into the darkness.… Julian A. Davies 1605 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906484/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_ohnandzechariah/id/807501.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906484 Zechariah,John the Baptist,Elizabeth,Jesus Sun, 13 Dec 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we follow Luke's narrative of the preparation for the birth of Jesus we encounter Zechariah and Elizabeth at the time of John's birth. In this account we begin the see the promise of light breaking into the darkness. As we follow Luke's narrative of the preparation for the birth of Jesus we encounter Zechariah and Elizabeth at the time of John's birth. In this account we begin the see the promise of light breaking into the darkness. As we follow Luke's narrative of the preparation for the birth of Jesus we encounter Zechariah and Elizabeth at the time of John's birth. In this account we begin the see the promise of light breaking into the darkness.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906484/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_ohnandzechariah/id/125108 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906484 Zechariah,John the Baptist,Elizabeth,Jesus Sun, 06 Dec 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In this second week of Advent we continue with Luke's narrative and encounter the call of Mary and the annunciation of Jesus. We seek to examine the reference to the future child, Jesus, as "Son of God". In this second week of Advent we continue with Luke's narrative and encounter the call of Mary and the annunciation of Jesus. We seek to examine the reference to the future child, Jesus, as "Son of God". In this second week of Advent we continue with Luke's narrative and encounter the call of Mary and the annunciation of Jesus. We seek to examine the reference to the future child, Jesus, as "Son of God".… Julian A. Davies 1977 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906473/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_maryandelizabeth/id/807500.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906473 Mary ,Elizabeth,Jesus,Son of God Sun, 06 Dec 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In this second week of Advent we continue with Luke's narrative and encounter the call of Mary and the annunciation of Jesus. We seek to examine the reference to the future child, Jesus, as "Son of God". In this second week of Advent we continue with Luke's narrative and encounter the call of Mary and the annunciation of Jesus. We seek to examine the reference to the future child, Jesus, as "Son of God". In this second week of Advent we continue with Luke's narrative and encounter the call of Mary and the annunciation of Jesus. We seek to examine the reference to the future child, Jesus, as "Son of God".… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906473/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_maryandelizabeth/id/125107 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906473 Mary ,Elizabeth,Jesus,Son of God Sun, 29 Nov 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this First Sunday Of Advent we look at Luke's account of the preparation for the birth of Jesus. Luke begins his account, after some introductory words, with the story of Elizabeth and Zechariah and the conception of John. On this First Sunday Of Advent we look at Luke's account of the preparation for the birth of Jesus. Luke begins his account, after some introductory words, with the story of Elizabeth and Zechariah and the conception of John. On this First Sunday Of Advent we look at Luke's account of the preparation for the birth of Jesus. Luke begins his account, after some introductory words, with the story of Elizabeth and Zechariah and the conception of John.… Julian A. Davies 2696 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906459/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_elizabethandzechariah/id/807499.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906459 Advent,Elizabeth,Zechariah,John the Baptist Sun, 29 Nov 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On this First Sunday Of Advent we look at Luke's account of the preparation for the birth of Jesus. Luke begins his account, after some introductory words, with the story of Elizabeth and Zechariah and the conception of John. On this First Sunday Of Advent we look at Luke's account of the preparation for the birth of Jesus. Luke begins his account, after some introductory words, with the story of Elizabeth and Zechariah and the conception of John. On this First Sunday Of Advent we look at Luke's account of the preparation for the birth of Jesus. Luke begins his account, after some introductory words, with the story of Elizabeth and Zechariah and the conception of John.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906459/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_elizabethandzechariah/id/125106 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906459 Advent,Elizabeth,Zechariah,John the Baptist Sun, 22 Nov 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On Christ the King Sunday we consider what it meant and what it means to speak of "Christ as King". On Christ the King Sunday we consider what it meant and what it means to speak of "Christ as King". On Christ the King Sunday we consider what it meant and what it means to speak of "Christ as King". … Julian A. Davies 1347 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906453/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thekingoftheews/id/807498.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906453 Christ,King,Kingdom of God,Christ the King, Custom categories: Topic: Christ the King Sunday Sun, 22 Nov 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On Christ the King Sunday we consider what it meant and what it means to speak of "Christ as King". On Christ the King Sunday we consider what it meant and what it means to speak of "Christ as King". On Christ the King Sunday we consider what it meant and what it means to speak of "Christ as King". … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906453/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thekingoftheews/id/125105 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906453 Christ,King,Kingdom of God,Christ the King, Custom categories: Topic: Christ the King Sunday Sun, 15 Nov 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we think about balancing the effects of the past on our lives in the present and how we move towards the future, we encounter the role of ritual in reminding us, shaping us and guiding us. As we think about balancing the effects of the past on our lives in the present and how we move towards the future, we encounter the role of ritual in reminding us, shaping us and guiding us. As we think about balancing the effects of the past on our lives in the present and how we move towards the future, we encounter the role of ritual in reminding us, shaping us and guiding us.… Julian A. Davies 1495 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906421/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_balancepastpresentandfuture/id/807495.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906421 Ritual,Eucharist,Communion,Lord's Supper Sun, 15 Nov 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As we think about balancing the effects of the past on our lives in the present and how we move towards the future, we encounter the role of ritual in reminding us, shaping us and guiding us. As we think about balancing the effects of the past on our lives in the present and how we move towards the future, we encounter the role of ritual in reminding us, shaping us and guiding us. As we think about balancing the effects of the past on our lives in the present and how we move towards the future, we encounter the role of ritual in reminding us, shaping us and guiding us.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906421/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_balancepastpresentandfuture/id/125104 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906421 Ritual,Eucharist,Communion,Lord's Supper Sun, 08 Nov 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Why do we feel at home sometimes and strangely "away" at others? What do we do if we get so far from home that we feel like we can't find our way back? Why do we feel at home sometimes and strangely "away" at others? What do we do if we get so far from home that we feel like we can't find our way back? Why do we feel at home sometimes and strangely "away" at others? What do we do if we get so far from home that we feel like we can't find our way back? … Julian A. Davies 1670 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906412/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_balancehomeandaway/id/807486.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906412 Home,Away,Parable,Prodigal Son Sun, 08 Nov 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Why do we feel at home sometimes and strangely "away" at others? What do we do if we get so far from home that we feel like we can't find our way back? Why do we feel at home sometimes and strangely "away" at others? What do we do if we get so far from home that we feel like we can't find our way back? Why do we feel at home sometimes and strangely "away" at others? What do we do if we get so far from home that we feel like we can't find our way back? … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906412/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_balancehomeandaway/id/125103 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906412 Home,Away,Parable,Prodigal Son Sun, 01 Nov 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies How we preserve and utilize the natural resources of the planet is influenced by how we think about them theologically. John Wesley argued that animals participate in the imago Dei (the image of God) and, as such, have inherent value and hence should not be treated merely as objects. How we preserve and utilize the natural resources of the planet is influenced by how we think about them theologically. John Wesley argued that animals participate in the imago Dei (the image of God) and, as such, have inherent value and hence should not be treated merely as objects. How we preserve and utilize the natural resources of the planet is influenced by how we think about them theologically. John Wesley argued that animals participate in the imago Dei (the image of God) and, as such, have inherent value and hence should n… Julian A. Davies 2489 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906405/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_balanceutilizingandpreserving/id/807485.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906405 Image of God,imago Dei Sun, 01 Nov 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies How we preserve and utilize the natural resources of the planet is influenced by how we think about them theologically. John Wesley argued that animals participate in the imago Dei (the image of God) and, as such, have inherent value and hence should not be treated merely as objects. How we preserve and utilize the natural resources of the planet is influenced by how we think about them theologically. John Wesley argued that animals participate in the imago Dei (the image of God) and, as such, have inherent value and hence should not be treated merely as objects. How we preserve and utilize the natural resources of the planet is influenced by how we think about them theologically. John Wesley argued that animals participate in the imago Dei (the image of God) and, as such, have inherent value and hence should n… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906405/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_balanceutilizingandpreserving/id/125102 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906405 Image of God,imago Dei Sun, 25 Oct 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Dee Baker How is our being part of God's good creation related to our own creativity? Is "being" related to "doing" and how do we balance these? Is our being that which motivates our doing? How is our being part of God's good creation related to our own creativity? Is "being" related to "doing" and how do we balance these? Is our being that which motivates our doing? How is our being part of God's good creation related to our own creativity? Is "being" related to "doing" and how do we balance these? Is our being that which motivates our doing?… Dee Baker 1576 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906400/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_balancebeinganddoing/id/807484.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906400 Being,Doing,Creativity,Kingdom of God, Custom categories: Rev.: Dee Baker Sun, 18 Oct 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies A dialog between Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies and Rev. Guadalupe Villalpando-Stewart about justice and grace in relation to the issues facing the Hispanic/Latino people, specifically in northwest Ohio. A dialog between Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies and Rev. Guadalupe Villalpando-Stewart about justice and grace in relation to the issues facing the Hispanic/Latino people, specifically in northwest Ohio. A dialog between Rev. Dr. Julian A. Davies and Rev. Guadalupe Villalpando-Stewart about justice and grace in relation to the issues facing the Hispanic/Latino people, specifically in northwest Ohio.… Julian A. Davies 2289 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906395/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_balanceusticeandgrace/id/807483.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906395 Grace,Justice,Hispanic,Latino, Scripture: John 114:0-114:1, Custom categories: Rev. Dr.: Julian A. Davies Sun, 11 Oct 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Mark Twain wrote, "Faith is believing what you know ain't so." Is he correct about that? What is faith? Here we explore the concept of faith through the four Gospels and discover the connection between faith and life. Mark Twain wrote, "Faith is believing what you know ain't so." Is he correct about that? What is faith? Here we explore the concept of faith through the four Gospels and discover the connection between faith and life. Mark Twain wrote, "Faith is believing what you know ain't so." Is he correct about that? What is faith? Here we explore the concept of faith through the four Gospels and discover the connection between faith and life.… Julian A. Davies 1429 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906391/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_balancefaithandlife/id/807482.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906391 Faith,Life,Gospel of John,Eternal life, Scripture: John 10:2-10:30, Custom categories: Rev. Dr.: Julian A. Davies Sun, 11 Oct 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Mark Twain wrote, "Faith is believing what you know ain't so." Is he correct about that? What is faith? Here we explore the concept of faith through the four Gospels and discover the connection between faith and life. Mark Twain wrote, "Faith is believing what you know ain't so." Is he correct about that? What is faith? Here we explore the concept of faith through the four Gospels and discover the connection between faith and life. Mark Twain wrote, "Faith is believing what you know ain't so." Is he correct about that? What is faith? Here we explore the concept of faith through the four Gospels and discover the connection between faith and life.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906391/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_balancefaithandlife/id/125101 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906391 Faith,Life,Gospel of John,Eternal life, Scripture: John 10:2-10:30, Custom categories: Rev. Dr.: Julian A. Davies Sun, 04 Oct 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the current economic climate, many people are hurting. How we view money and resources will determine how we choose to respond. Either we can choose to be the church or we can choose to turn our backs. In the current economic climate, many people are hurting. How we view money and resources will determine how we choose to respond. Either we can choose to be the church or we can choose to turn our backs. In the current economic climate, many people are hurting. How we view money and resources will determine how we choose to respond. Either we can choose to be the church or we can choose to turn our backs.… Julian A. Davies 1664 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906383/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_balancemoneyandresources/id/807481.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906383 Money,Resources,Poverty,Homelessness, Scripture: Deuteronomy 8:12-8:18, Custom categories: Rev. Dr.: Julian A. Davies Sun, 04 Oct 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In the current economic climate, many people are hurting. How we view money and resources will determine how we choose to respond. Either we can choose to be the church or we can choose to turn our backs. In the current economic climate, many people are hurting. How we view money and resources will determine how we choose to respond. Either we can choose to be the church or we can choose to turn our backs. In the current economic climate, many people are hurting. How we view money and resources will determine how we choose to respond. Either we can choose to be the church or we can choose to turn our backs.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906383/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_balancemoneyandresources/id/125100 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906383 Money,Resources,Poverty,Homelessness, Scripture: Deuteronomy 8:12-8:18, Custom categories: Rev. Dr.: Julian A. Davies Sun, 20 Sep 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Why is it that we so often see the world as divided into "us" and "them"? When do such categories lead to discrimination and harm? How can we work to ensure that all people are valued? Why is it that we so often see the world as divided into "us" and "them"? When do such categories lead to discrimination and harm? How can we work to ensure that all people are valued? Why is it that we so often see the world as divided into "us" and "them"? When do such categories lead to discrimination and harm? How can we work to ensure that all people are valued? … Julian A. Davies 1220 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906379/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_balanceusandthem/id/807480.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906379 Division,Discrimination,Racism,Understanding, Custom categories: Rev. Dr.: Julian A. Davies Sun, 20 Sep 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Why is it that we so often see the world as divided into "us" and "them"? When do such categories lead to discrimination and harm? How can we work to ensure that all people are valued? Why is it that we so often see the world as divided into "us" and "them"? When do such categories lead to discrimination and harm? How can we work to ensure that all people are valued? Why is it that we so often see the world as divided into "us" and "them"? When do such categories lead to discrimination and harm? How can we work to ensure that all people are valued? … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906379/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_balanceusandthem/id/125099 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906379 Division,Discrimination,Racism,Understanding, Custom categories: Rev. Dr.: Julian A. Davies Sun, 13 Sep 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In our series on "Balance" we look at the issue of "Vocation And Occupation". What is the difference? How can a person discern their vocation in life? Which do you want: an occupation or a vocation? In our series on "Balance" we look at the issue of "Vocation And Occupation". What is the difference? How can a person discern their vocation in life? Which do you want: an occupation or a vocation? In our series on "Balance" we look at the issue of "Vocation And Occupation". What is the difference? How can a person discern their vocation in life? Which do you want: an occupation or a vocation?… Julian A. Davies 2590 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906368/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_vocationandoccupation/id/807479.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906368 Balance,Vocation,Occupation,Call Sun, 13 Sep 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In our series on "Balance" we look at the issue of "Vocation And Occupation". What is the difference? How can a person discern their vocation in life? Which do you want: an occupation or a vocation? In our series on "Balance" we look at the issue of "Vocation And Occupation". What is the difference? How can a person discern their vocation in life? Which do you want: an occupation or a vocation? In our series on "Balance" we look at the issue of "Vocation And Occupation". What is the difference? How can a person discern their vocation in life? Which do you want: an occupation or a vocation?… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906368/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_vocationandoccupation/id/125098 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906368 Balance,Vocation,Occupation,Call Sun, 06 Sep 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies How do we balance work and rest? In fact, how do we even tell which is which? The concept of Sabbath calls for us to "cease", whether what we doing counts as work or rest and to center ourselves on God, our neighbors, and the world around us. How do we balance work and rest? In fact, how do we even tell which is which? The concept of Sabbath calls for us to "cease", whether what we doing counts as work or rest and to center ourselves on God, our neighbors, and the world around us. How do we balance work and rest? In fact, how do we even tell which is which? The concept of Sabbath calls for us to "cease", whether what we doing counts as work or rest and to center ourselves on God, our neighbors, and the world around us.… Julian A. Davies 1356 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906367/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_workandrest/id/807478.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906367 Work,Rest,Balance,Sabbath, Custom categories: Rev. Dr.: Julian A. Davies Sun, 06 Sep 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies How do we balance work and rest? In fact, how do we even tell which is which? The concept of Sabbath calls for us to "cease", whether what we doing counts as work or rest and to center ourselves on God, our neighbors, and the world around us. How do we balance work and rest? In fact, how do we even tell which is which? The concept of Sabbath calls for us to "cease", whether what we doing counts as work or rest and to center ourselves on God, our neighbors, and the world around us. How do we balance work and rest? In fact, how do we even tell which is which? The concept of Sabbath calls for us to "cease", whether what we doing counts as work or rest and to center ourselves on God, our neighbors, and the world around us.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906367/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_workandrest/id/125097 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906367 Work,Rest,Balance,Sabbath, Custom categories: Rev. Dr.: Julian A. Davies Sun, 30 Aug 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In our continuing series on "Balance" we look at the problem of balancing our attention between the self and others and, of course, God! How do we make healthy choices that exemplify a good sense of balance? In our continuing series on "Balance" we look at the problem of balancing our attention between the self and others and, of course, God! How do we make healthy choices that exemplify a good sense of balance? In our continuing series on "Balance" we look at the problem of balancing our attention between the self and others and, of course, God! How do we make healthy choices that exemplify a good sense of balance?… Julian A. Davies 2364 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906366/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_theselfandothers/id/807477.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906366 Balance,God,Self,Others, Custom categories: Rev. Dr.: Julian A. Davies Sun, 30 Aug 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In our continuing series on "Balance" we look at the problem of balancing our attention between the self and others and, of course, God! How do we make healthy choices that exemplify a good sense of balance? In our continuing series on "Balance" we look at the problem of balancing our attention between the self and others and, of course, God! How do we make healthy choices that exemplify a good sense of balance? In our continuing series on "Balance" we look at the problem of balancing our attention between the self and others and, of course, God! How do we make healthy choices that exemplify a good sense of balance?… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906366/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_theselfandothers/id/125096 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906366 Balance,God,Self,Others, Custom categories: Rev. Dr.: Julian A. Davies Sun, 23 Aug 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Dee Baker As we begin a new series on "Balance", Rev. Dee Baker illustrates the concept through her artistic use of clay and the potter's wheel. As we begin a new series on "Balance", Rev. Dee Baker illustrates the concept through her artistic use of clay and the potter's wheel. As we begin a new series on "Balance", Rev. Dee Baker illustrates the concept through her artistic use of clay and the potter's wheel.… Dee Baker 1157 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906365/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_keepingyourbalance/id/807476.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906365 Balance,Pressure,Potter's hand,Centering, Custom categories: Rev.: Dee Baker Sun, 16 Aug 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Dee Baker As part of our series, "Questions People Ask", Rev. Dee Baker looks at the question. Does Anything Happen After You Die, Or Is This It?". As part of our series, "Questions People Ask", Rev. Dee Baker looks at the question. Does Anything Happen After You Die, Or Is This It?". As part of our series, "Questions People Ask", Rev. Dee Baker looks at the question. Does Anything Happen After You Die, Or Is This It?".… Dee Baker 1963 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906364/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_doesanythinghappenafteryoudieo/id/807475.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906364 Death,Afterlife,Kingdom of God,Heaven, Custom categories: Questions People Ask: Questions People Ask, Rev.: Dee Baker Sun, 09 Aug 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As part of our series, "Questions People ask", we encounter the question, "If I'm A Good Person, Isn't That Enough?". We explore the Biblical concepts of "good" and "not good" and see how we might address this question. As part of our series, "Questions People ask", we encounter the question, "If I'm A Good Person, Isn't That Enough?". We explore the Biblical concepts of "good" and "not good" and see how we might address this question. As part of our series, "Questions People ask", we encounter the question, "If I'm A Good Person, Isn't That Enough?". We explore the Biblical concepts of "good" and "not good" and see how we might address this question.… Julian A. Davies 1334 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906363/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_ifimagoodpersonisntthatenough/id/807474.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906363 Sin,Righteousness,Holiness,Scripture, Custom categories: Rev. Dr.: Julian A. Davies, Questions People Ask: Questions People Ask Sun, 09 Aug 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies As part of our series, "Questions People ask", we encounter the question, "If I'm A Good Person, Isn't That Enough?". We explore the Biblical concepts of "good" and "not good" and see how we might address this question. As part of our series, "Questions People ask", we encounter the question, "If I'm A Good Person, Isn't That Enough?". We explore the Biblical concepts of "good" and "not good" and see how we might address this question. As part of our series, "Questions People ask", we encounter the question, "If I'm A Good Person, Isn't That Enough?". We explore the Biblical concepts of "good" and "not good" and see how we might address this question.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906363/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_ifimagoodpersonisntthatenough/id/125095 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906363 Sin,Righteousness,Holiness,Scripture, Custom categories: Rev. Dr.: Julian A. Davies, Questions People Ask: Questions People Ask Sun, 02 Aug 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Today we ask the question, "Would the world be a better place without religion?" as part of our series, "Questions People Ask". Today we ask the question, "Would the world be a better place without religion?" as part of our series, "Questions People Ask". Today we ask the question, "Would the world be a better place without religion?" as part of our series, "Questions People Ask". … Julian A. Davies 1543 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906362/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_wouldtheworldbeabetterplacewit/id/807473.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906362 Religion,Faith,Science,Worldview, Custom categories: Rev. Dr.: Julian A. Davies, Questions People Ask: Questions People Ask Sun, 02 Aug 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Today we ask the question, "Would the world be a better place without religion?" as part of our series, "Questions People Ask". Today we ask the question, "Would the world be a better place without religion?" as part of our series, "Questions People Ask". Today we ask the question, "Would the world be a better place without religion?" as part of our series, "Questions People Ask". … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906362/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_wouldtheworldbeabetterplacewit/id/125094 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906362 Religion,Faith,Science,Worldview, Custom categories: Rev. Dr.: Julian A. Davies, Questions People Ask: Questions People Ask Sun, 26 Jul 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Is disagreement between Christians necessarily a bad thing? The Biblical narrative shows that the Judeo-Christian tradition has a long history of debate and discussion, and even disagreement. Is disagreement between Christians necessarily a bad thing? The Biblical narrative shows that the Judeo-Christian tradition has a long history of debate and discussion, and even disagreement. Is disagreement between Christians necessarily a bad thing? The Biblical narrative shows that the Judeo-Christian tradition has a long history of debate and discussion, and even disagreement. … Julian A. Davies 1659 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906361/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whydoyouchristiansdisagreeabou/id/807472.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906361 Disagreement,Christianity,Judaism,Bible, Scripture: Acts 25:14-25:19, Custom categories: Rev. Dr.: Julian A. Davies, Questions People Ask: Questions People Ask Sun, 26 Jul 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Is disagreement between Christians necessarily a bad thing? The Biblical narrative shows that the Judeo-Christian tradition has a long history of debate and discussion, and even disagreement. Is disagreement between Christians necessarily a bad thing? The Biblical narrative shows that the Judeo-Christian tradition has a long history of debate and discussion, and even disagreement. Is disagreement between Christians necessarily a bad thing? The Biblical narrative shows that the Judeo-Christian tradition has a long history of debate and discussion, and even disagreement. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906361/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_whydoyouchristiansdisagreeabou/id/125093 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906361 Disagreement,Christianity,Judaism,Bible, Scripture: Acts 25:14-25:19, Custom categories: Rev. Dr.: Julian A. Davies, Questions People Ask: Questions People Ask Sun, 19 Jul 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies What do you say when someone asks you, "Why Do Religions Cause So Much Trouble In The World"? Here we look at this question and how the Biblical narrative shows us a way forward. What do you say when someone asks you, "Why Do Religions Cause So Much Trouble In The World"? Here we look at this question and how the Biblical narrative shows us a way forward. What do you say when someone asks you, "Why Do Religions Cause So Much Trouble In The World"? Here we look at this question and how the Biblical narrative shows us a way forward.… Julian A. Davies 1305 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906360/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whydoreligionscausesomuchtroub/id/807471.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906360 Religion,Violence,Bible,Scapegoat, Scripture: 1 Chronicles 5:18-5:22, Custom categories: Rev. Dr.: Julian A. Davies, Questions People Ask: Questions People Ask Sun, 19 Jul 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies What do you say when someone asks you, "Why Do Religions Cause So Much Trouble In The World"? Here we look at this question and how the Biblical narrative shows us a way forward. What do you say when someone asks you, "Why Do Religions Cause So Much Trouble In The World"? Here we look at this question and how the Biblical narrative shows us a way forward. What do you say when someone asks you, "Why Do Religions Cause So Much Trouble In The World"? Here we look at this question and how the Biblical narrative shows us a way forward.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906360/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_whydoreligionscausesomuchtroub/id/125092 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906360 Religion,Violence,Bible,Scapegoat, Scripture: 1 Chronicles 5:18-5:22, Custom categories: Rev. Dr.: Julian A. Davies, Questions People Ask: Questions People Ask Sun, 12 Jul 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In our series, "Questions People Ask" we encounter the commonly-asked question, "What Do I Have To Do To Be A Good Christian?"? There are plenty of people willing to answer this question for you, but instead we will think it through together. In our series, "Questions People Ask" we encounter the commonly-asked question, "What Do I Have To Do To Be A Good Christian?"? There are plenty of people willing to answer this question for you, but instead we will think it through together. In our series, "Questions People Ask" we encounter the commonly-asked question, "What Do I Have To Do To Be A Good Christian?"? There are plenty of people willing to answer this question for you, but instead we will think it through together.… Julian A. Davies 1254 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906359/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whatdoihavetodotobeagoodchrist/id/807470.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906359 [M y?Christianity,Orthoritus,Orthodoxy,Orthopraxis, Custom categories: Rev. Dr.: Julian A. Davies, Questions People Ask: Questions People Ask Sun, 12 Jul 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In our series, "Questions People Ask" we encounter the commonly-asked question, "What Do I Have To Do To Be A Good Christian?"? There are plenty of people willing to answer this question for you, but instead we will think it through together. In our series, "Questions People Ask" we encounter the commonly-asked question, "What Do I Have To Do To Be A Good Christian?"? There are plenty of people willing to answer this question for you, but instead we will think it through together. In our series, "Questions People Ask" we encounter the commonly-asked question, "What Do I Have To Do To Be A Good Christian?"? There are plenty of people willing to answer this question for you, but instead we will think it through together.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906359/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_whatdoihavetodotobeagoodchrist/id/125091 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906359 [M y?Christianity,Orthoritus,Orthodoxy,Orthopraxis, Custom categories: Rev. Dr.: Julian A. Davies, Questions People Ask: Questions People Ask Sun, 05 Jul 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In our series, "Questions People Ask", we come to "Does Praying To God Do Anything?" and ask why it seems that prayers go unanswered and yet people faithfully pray. In our series, "Questions People Ask", we come to "Does Praying To God Do Anything?" and ask why it seems that prayers go unanswered and yet people faithfully pray. In our series, "Questions People Ask", we come to "Does Praying To God Do Anything?" and ask why it seems that prayers go unanswered and yet people faithfully pray. … Julian A. Davies 1201 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906358/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_doesprayingtogoddoanything/id/807469.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906358 Prayer,Lord's Prayer, Custom categories: Rev. Dr.: Julian A. Davies, Questions People Ask: Questions People Ask Sun, 05 Jul 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In our series, "Questions People Ask", we come to "Does Praying To God Do Anything?" and ask why it seems that prayers go unanswered and yet people faithfully pray. In our series, "Questions People Ask", we come to "Does Praying To God Do Anything?" and ask why it seems that prayers go unanswered and yet people faithfully pray. In our series, "Questions People Ask", we come to "Does Praying To God Do Anything?" and ask why it seems that prayers go unanswered and yet people faithfully pray. … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906358/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_doesprayingtogoddoanything/id/125090 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906358 Prayer,Lord's Prayer, Custom categories: Rev. Dr.: Julian A. Davies, Questions People Ask: Questions People Ask Sun, 28 Jun 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In our series, "Questions People Ask", we consider the problem of reconciling the idea of a good and powerful God who acts in the world with our own experience that the world is full of pain, suffering and evil. In our series, "Questions People Ask", we consider the problem of reconciling the idea of a good and powerful God who acts in the world with our own experience that the world is full of pain, suffering and evil. In our series, "Questions People Ask", we consider the problem of reconciling the idea of a good and powerful God who acts in the world with our own experience that the world is full of pain, suffering and evil.… Julian A. Davies 2327 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906357/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_ifgodisgoodwhyistheresomuchevi/id/807468.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906357 Suffering,Evil,God,Free Will, Custom categories: Rev. Dr.: Julian A. Davies, Questions People Ask: Questions People Ask Sun, 28 Jun 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In our series, "Questions People Ask", we consider the problem of reconciling the idea of a good and powerful God who acts in the world with our own experience that the world is full of pain, suffering and evil. In our series, "Questions People Ask", we consider the problem of reconciling the idea of a good and powerful God who acts in the world with our own experience that the world is full of pain, suffering and evil. In our series, "Questions People Ask", we consider the problem of reconciling the idea of a good and powerful God who acts in the world with our own experience that the world is full of pain, suffering and evil.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906357/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_ifgodisgoodwhyistheresomuchevi/id/125089 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906357 Suffering,Evil,God,Free Will, Custom categories: Rev. Dr.: Julian A. Davies, Questions People Ask: Questions People Ask Sun, 21 Jun 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In our series, "Questions People Ask", we explore the nature of God's control and human choice. We ask, "If God Is Completely In Control, How Can I Be Responsible For My So-called Choices?" In our series, "Questions People Ask", we explore the nature of God's control and human choice. We ask, "If God Is Completely In Control, How Can I Be Responsible For My So-called Choices?" In our series, "Questions People Ask", we explore the nature of God's control and human choice. We ask, "If God Is Completely In Control, How Can I Be Responsible For My So-called Choices?"… Julian A. Davies 1586 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906356/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_ifgodiscompletelyincontrolhowc/id/807467.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906356 Control,Choice,Free Will,God's Will, Custom categories: Rev. Dr.: Julian A. Davies, Questions People Ask: Questions People Ask Sun, 21 Jun 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In our series, "Questions People Ask", we explore the nature of God's control and human choice. We ask, "If God Is Completely In Control, How Can I Be Responsible For My So-called Choices?" In our series, "Questions People Ask", we explore the nature of God's control and human choice. We ask, "If God Is Completely In Control, How Can I Be Responsible For My So-called Choices?" In our series, "Questions People Ask", we explore the nature of God's control and human choice. We ask, "If God Is Completely In Control, How Can I Be Responsible For My So-called Choices?"… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906356/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_ifgodiscompletelyincontrolhowc/id/125088 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906356 Control,Choice,Free Will,God's Will, Custom categories: Rev. Dr.: Julian A. Davies, Questions People Ask: Questions People Ask Sun, 14 Jun 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In our series, "Questions People Ask" we begin with the question, "How Do You Know There Is A God?" We looked at the range of responses to this question from members of our community and considered them in some detail. In our series, "Questions People Ask" we begin with the question, "How Do You Know There Is A God?" We looked at the range of responses to this question from members of our community and considered them in some detail. In our series, "Questions People Ask" we begin with the question, "How Do You Know There Is A God?" We looked at the range of responses to this question from members of our community and considered them in some detail.… Julian A. Davies 1883 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906355/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_howdoyouknowthereisagod/id/807466.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906355 Theism,Atheism,Belief,Certainty, Custom categories: Rev. Dr.: Julian A. Davies Sun, 14 Jun 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies In our series, "Questions People Ask" we begin with the question, "How Do You Know There Is A God?" We looked at the range of responses to this question from members of our community and considered them in some detail. In our series, "Questions People Ask" we begin with the question, "How Do You Know There Is A God?" We looked at the range of responses to this question from members of our community and considered them in some detail. In our series, "Questions People Ask" we begin with the question, "How Do You Know There Is A God?" We looked at the range of responses to this question from members of our community and considered them in some detail.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906355/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_howdoyouknowthereisagod/id/125087 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906355 Theism,Atheism,Belief,Certainty, Custom categories: Rev. Dr.: Julian A. Davies Sun, 07 Jun 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On Trinity Sunday we consider the idea that there is one God in three persons. Just what does that look like? How can we understand it and how might our ideas about the nature God shape how we live? On Trinity Sunday we consider the idea that there is one God in three persons. Just what does that look like? How can we understand it and how might our ideas about the nature God shape how we live? On Trinity Sunday we consider the idea that there is one God in three persons. Just what does that look like? How can we understand it and how might our ideas about the nature God shape how we live? … Julian A. Davies 1524 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906354/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_onegodinthreepersons/id/807465.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906354 Trinity,God,Holy Spirit,Jesus, Custom categories: Rev. Dr.: Julian A. Davies, Trinity Sunday: Trinity Sunday Sun, 07 Jun 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On Trinity Sunday we consider the idea that there is one God in three persons. Just what does that look like? How can we understand it and how might our ideas about the nature God shape how we live? On Trinity Sunday we consider the idea that there is one God in three persons. Just what does that look like? How can we understand it and how might our ideas about the nature God shape how we live? On Trinity Sunday we consider the idea that there is one God in three persons. Just what does that look like? How can we understand it and how might our ideas about the nature God shape how we live? … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906354/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_onegodinthreepersons/id/125086 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906354 Trinity,God,Holy Spirit,Jesus, Custom categories: Rev. Dr.: Julian A. Davies, Trinity Sunday: Trinity Sunday Mon, 01 Jun 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies At Pentecost, the Christian community talks of the outpouring of the Holy Spirit and the birth of the church but how did those in the 1st century understand the concept of Pentecost? And how did their understanding inform ours? At Pentecost, the Christian community talks of the outpouring of the Holy Spirit and the birth of the church but how did those in the 1st century understand the concept of Pentecost? And how did their understanding inform ours? At Pentecost, the Christian community talks of the outpouring of the Holy Spirit and the birth of the church but how did those in the 1st century understand the concept of Pentecost? And how did their understanding inform ours?… Julian A. Davies 1988 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906353/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thepuzzlingquestionoftheholysp/id/807464.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906353 Pentecost,Holy Spirit,Shavuot,Passover, Custom categories: Rev. Dr.: Julian A. Davies, Pentecost Sunday: Pentecost Sunday Mon, 01 Jun 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies At Pentecost, the Christian community talks of the outpouring of the Holy Spirit and the birth of the church but how did those in the 1st century understand the concept of Pentecost? And how did their understanding inform ours? At Pentecost, the Christian community talks of the outpouring of the Holy Spirit and the birth of the church but how did those in the 1st century understand the concept of Pentecost? And how did their understanding inform ours? At Pentecost, the Christian community talks of the outpouring of the Holy Spirit and the birth of the church but how did those in the 1st century understand the concept of Pentecost? And how did their understanding inform ours?… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906353/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_thepuzzlingquestionoftheholysp/id/125085 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906353 Pentecost,Holy Spirit,Shavuot,Passover, Custom categories: Rev. Dr.: Julian A. Davies, Pentecost Sunday: Pentecost Sunday Sun, 24 May 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies We have been looking at the Easter story according to Luke's Gospel and his second work, The Acts of the Apostles and now find Luke dealing with some remaining details before the coming of the Holy Spirit. In particular, we see two troubling questions addressed in today�"s New Testament reading: (i) What about Judas? and (ii) What about the “twelve” now that Judas is gone? We have been looking at the Easter story according to Luke's Gospel and his second work, The Acts of the Apostles and now find Luke dealing with some remaining details before the coming of the Holy Spirit. In particular, we see two troubling questions addressed in today�"s New Testament reading: (i) What about Judas? and (ii) What about the “twelve” now that Judas is gone? We have been looking at the Easter story according to Luke's Gospel and his second work, The Acts of the Apostles and now find Luke dealing with some remaining details before the coming of the Holy Spirit. In particular, we see two troubling questions … Julian A. Davies 1798 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906352/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_beingchosen/id/807463.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906352 Easter,Judas,Acts,Disciples, Custom categories: Rev. Dr.: Julian A. Davies, Easter Series: Easter Series Sun, 24 May 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies We have been looking at the Easter story according to Luke's Gospel and his second work, The Acts of the Apostles and now find Luke dealing with some remaining details before the coming of the Holy Spirit. In particular, we see two troubling questions addressed in today�"s New Testament reading: (i) What about Judas? and (ii) What about the “twelve” now that Judas is gone? We have been looking at the Easter story according to Luke's Gospel and his second work, The Acts of the Apostles and now find Luke dealing with some remaining details before the coming of the Holy Spirit. In particular, we see two troubling questions addressed in today�"s New Testament reading: (i) What about Judas? and (ii) What about the “twelve” now that Judas is gone? We have been looking at the Easter story according to Luke's Gospel and his second work, The Acts of the Apostles and now find Luke dealing with some remaining details before the coming of the Holy Spirit. In particular, we see two troubling questions … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906352/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_beingchosen/id/125084 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906352 Easter,Judas,Acts,Disciples, Custom categories: Rev. Dr.: Julian A. Davies, Easter Series: Easter Series Sun, 17 May 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies At the start of the Acts of the Apostles, Luke summarizes the story thus far and we find the disciples waiting on the promise of God, without quite understanding for what they were waiting! At the start of the Acts of the Apostles, Luke summarizes the story thus far and we find the disciples waiting on the promise of God, without quite understanding for what they were waiting! At the start of the Acts of the Apostles, Luke summarizes the story thus far and we find the disciples waiting on the promise of God, without quite understanding for what they were waiting! … Julian A. Davies 1405 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906351/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_waitingonapromise/id/807462.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906351 Acts,Disciples,Waiting,Jesus, Custom categories: Rev. Dr.: Julian A. Davies, Easter Series: Easter Series Sun, 17 May 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies At the start of the Acts of the Apostles, Luke summarizes the story thus far and we find the disciples waiting on the promise of God, without quite understanding for what they were waiting! At the start of the Acts of the Apostles, Luke summarizes the story thus far and we find the disciples waiting on the promise of God, without quite understanding for what they were waiting! At the start of the Acts of the Apostles, Luke summarizes the story thus far and we find the disciples waiting on the promise of God, without quite understanding for what they were waiting! … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906351/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_waitingonapromise/id/125083 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906351 Acts,Disciples,Waiting,Jesus, Custom categories: Rev. Dr.: Julian A. Davies, Easter Series: Easter Series Sun, 10 May 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Only Luke describes a physical setting for the ascension of Jesus. How are we to understand this description? Are the paintings of Jesus floating away on clouds what Luke had in mind? Only Luke describes a physical setting for the ascension of Jesus. How are we to understand this description? Are the paintings of Jesus floating away on clouds what Luke had in mind? Only Luke describes a physical setting for the ascension of Jesus. How are we to understand this description? Are the paintings of Jesus floating away on clouds what Luke had in mind? … Julian A. Davies 1590 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906340/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_goingup/id/807461.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906340 Jesus,Ascension,Luke,Heaven, Scripture: Luke 24:50-24:51, Custom categories: Rev. Dr.: Julian A. Davies, Easter Series: Easter Series Sun, 10 May 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Only Luke describes a physical setting for the ascension of Jesus. How are we to understand this description? Are the paintings of Jesus floating away on clouds what Luke had in mind? Only Luke describes a physical setting for the ascension of Jesus. How are we to understand this description? Are the paintings of Jesus floating away on clouds what Luke had in mind? Only Luke describes a physical setting for the ascension of Jesus. How are we to understand this description? Are the paintings of Jesus floating away on clouds what Luke had in mind? … Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906340/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_goingup/id/125082 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906340 Jesus,Ascension,Luke,Heaven, Scripture: Luke 24:50-24:51, Custom categories: Rev. Dr.: Julian A. Davies, Easter Series: Easter Series Sun, 03 May 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Jesus refers to a proclamation to be made by the disciples in his name to all nations. He charges them as "witnesses". What does it mean to be a "witness"? How does the concept of "witness" influence discipleship? Jesus refers to a proclamation to be made by the disciples in his name to all nations. He charges them as "witnesses". What does it mean to be a "witness"? How does the concept of "witness" influence discipleship? Jesus refers to a proclamation to be made by the disciples in his name to all nations. He charges them as "witnesses". What does it mean to be a "witness"? How does the concept of "witness" influence discipleship?… Julian A. Davies 1365 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906338/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_aproclamationtoallnations/id/807460.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906338 Resurrection,Jesus,Witness,Proclamation, Scripture: Luke 24:44-24:49, Custom categories: Rev. Dr.: Julian A. Davies, Easter Series: Easter Series Sun, 03 May 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Jesus refers to a proclamation to be made by the disciples in his name to all nations. He charges them as "witnesses". What does it mean to be a "witness"? How does the concept of "witness" influence discipleship? Jesus refers to a proclamation to be made by the disciples in his name to all nations. He charges them as "witnesses". What does it mean to be a "witness"? How does the concept of "witness" influence discipleship? Jesus refers to a proclamation to be made by the disciples in his name to all nations. He charges them as "witnesses". What does it mean to be a "witness"? How does the concept of "witness" influence discipleship?… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906338/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_aproclamationtoallnations/id/125081 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906338 Resurrection,Jesus,Witness,Proclamation, Scripture: Luke 24:44-24:49, Custom categories: Rev. Dr.: Julian A. Davies, Easter Series: Easter Series Sun, 26 Apr 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Jesus appeared to the disciples in Jerusalem (the city of peace) and greeted them by saying "Peace Be With You" (Shalom). What did he mean and what is captured in the word "shalom"? Jesus appeared to the disciples in Jerusalem (the city of peace) and greeted them by saying "Peace Be With You" (Shalom). What did he mean and what is captured in the word "shalom"? Jesus appeared to the disciples in Jerusalem (the city of peace) and greeted them by saying "Peace Be With You" (Shalom). What did he mean and what is captured in the word "shalom"?… Julian A. Davies 1360 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906337/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_peacebewithyou/id/807459.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906337 Jesus,Shalom,Easter,Resurrection, Custom categories: Rev. Dr.: Julian A. Davies, Easter Series: Easter Series Sun, 26 Apr 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Jesus appeared to the disciples in Jerusalem (the city of peace) and greeted them by saying "Peace Be With You" (Shalom). What did he mean and what is captured in the word "shalom"? Jesus appeared to the disciples in Jerusalem (the city of peace) and greeted them by saying "Peace Be With You" (Shalom). What did he mean and what is captured in the word "shalom"? Jesus appeared to the disciples in Jerusalem (the city of peace) and greeted them by saying "Peace Be With You" (Shalom). What did he mean and what is captured in the word "shalom"?… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906337/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_peacebewithyou/id/125080 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906337 Jesus,Shalom,Easter,Resurrection, Custom categories: Rev. Dr.: Julian A. Davies, Easter Series: Easter Series Sun, 19 Apr 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On the road to Emmaus, two men encounter the risen Christ who explains to them how his life and work may be understood through the Hebrew Scriptures. He is revealed to them through the breaking of bread. On the road to Emmaus, two men encounter the risen Christ who explains to them how his life and work may be understood through the Hebrew Scriptures. He is revealed to them through the breaking of bread. On the road to Emmaus, two men encounter the risen Christ who explains to them how his life and work may be understood through the Hebrew Scriptures. He is revealed to them through the breaking of bread.… Julian A. Davies 1757 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906336/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_aroadtripwithesus/id/807458.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906336 Emmaus,Resurrection,Jesus,Scripture, Custom categories: Rev. Dr.: Julian A. Davies, Easter Series: Easter Series Sun, 19 Apr 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies On the road to Emmaus, two men encounter the risen Christ who explains to them how his life and work may be understood through the Hebrew Scriptures. He is revealed to them through the breaking of bread. On the road to Emmaus, two men encounter the risen Christ who explains to them how his life and work may be understood through the Hebrew Scriptures. He is revealed to them through the breaking of bread. On the road to Emmaus, two men encounter the risen Christ who explains to them how his life and work may be understood through the Hebrew Scriptures. He is revealed to them through the breaking of bread.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906336/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_aroadtripwithesus/id/125079 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906336 Emmaus,Resurrection,Jesus,Scripture, Custom categories: Rev. Dr.: Julian A. Davies, Easter Series: Easter Series Sun, 12 Apr 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Understanding the events of Easter Sunday. Understanding the events of Easter Sunday. Understanding the events of Easter Sunday.… Julian A. Davies 1268 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906332/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_outofthebox/id/807455.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906332 Easter,Resurrection,Jesus, Custom categories: Rev. Dr.: Julian A. Davies, Topic: Easter Sunday Sun, 12 Apr 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Understanding the events of Easter Sunday. Understanding the events of Easter Sunday. Understanding the events of Easter Sunday.… Julian A. Davies https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906332/controller/link/action/podcast/type/pdf_outofthebox/id/125078 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906332 Easter,Resurrection,Jesus, Custom categories: Rev. Dr.: Julian A. Davies, Topic: Easter Sunday Sun, 05 Apr 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies The journey through Holy Week begins with Jesus welcomed by adoring crowds as he enters Jerusalem and ends with his body lying in a tomb. What happened? How could this have come about? The journey through Holy Week begins with Jesus welcomed by adoring crowds as he enters Jerusalem and ends with his body lying in a tomb. What happened? How could this have come about? The journey through Holy Week begins with Jesus welcomed by adoring crowds as he enters Jerusalem and ends with his body lying in a tomb. What happened? How could this have come about?… Julian A. Davies 1721 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906333/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_theourneythroughholyweek/id/807456.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906333 Holy Week,Jesus,Jerusalem,Crucifixion, Custom categories: Rev. Dr.: Julian A. Davies, Lenten Series: Palm Sunday Sun, 29 Mar 2009 01:00:00 +0000 Julian A. Davies Celtic Christianity developed in ways quite different from Christianity within the reach of the Roman Empire. Here we examine the Celtic tradition and see what we might learn for today. Celtic Christianity developed in ways quite different from Christianity within the reach of the Roman Empire. Here we examine the Celtic tradition and see what we might learn for today. Celtic Christianity developed in ways quite different from Christianity within the reach of the Roman Empire. Here we examine the Celtic tradition and see what we might learn for today.… Julian A. Davies 1566 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906334/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_livingthenewcovenant/id/807457.mp3 https://theuniversitychurchtoledo.sermon.net/4906334 Celtic,Christianity,Covenant, Custom categories: Rev. Dr.: Julian A. Davies