How Faith Works: Is Your God Just a Reflection of You?
Do we see God as He truly is, or just as a reflection of ourselves? In this episode, we dive into James’ message on faith and mercy, exploring how our actions reveal who we believe God to be. Are we showing His mercy to others, or remaking Him in our own …
Continue reading →How to Fight Like Jesus
In a world filled with complex villains and ever-shifting morals, how do we, as Christians, stand firm in righteousness? Join us as we explore Ephesians 6:10-20 and uncover what it … Continue reading →
How to Fight Like Jesus
In a world filled with complex villains and ever-shifting morals, how do we, as Christians, stand firm in righteousness? Join us as we explore Ephesians 6:10-20 and uncover what it truly means to put on the full armor of God. Mutton Jeff thinks fighting l…
Continue reading →How to See God Accurately
In a world full of misrepresentations and deepfakes, how can we truly know God? Pastor Dale tackles this question by exploring Isaiah 29:11-19, diving into the challenges of seeing God … Continue reading →
How to See God Accurately
In a world full of misrepresentations and deepfakes, how can we truly know God? Pastor Dale tackles this question by exploring Isaiah 29:11-19, diving into the challenges of seeing God clearly when we can’t even see ourselves accurately. He reveals the ke…
Continue reading →The Secret to Finding Peace
In a world obsessed with busyness, where can we find true peace? Pastor Dale Critchley dives into Psalm 34:12-22, revealing the surprising source of lasting peace. Discover how seeking righteousness, … Continue reading →
The Secret to Finding Peace
In a world obsessed with busyness, where can we find true peace? Pastor Dale Critchley dives into Psalm 34:12-22, revealing the surprising source of lasting peace. Discover how seeking righteousness, speaking wisely, and trusting in God’s presence can t…
Continue reading →How to Eat the Bread of Life
Jesus proclaims, “I am the bread of life.” We unpack the importance of receiving what we need most in life and what happens when we truly embrace the living bread … Continue reading →
How to Eat the Bread of Life
Jesus proclaims, “I am the bread of life.” We unpack the importance of receiving what we need most in life and what happens when we truly embrace the living bread that Jesus offers. Through the lens of everyday experiences—whether it’s the stress …
Continue reading →Confession and Absolution for Epiphany 5A
Confession & Absolution based on the readings for Epiphany 5A: Psalm 112:1-9; Isaiah 58:3-9a; 1 Corinthians 2:1-12; Matthew 5:13-20 P Until heaven and earth pass away, not the … Continue reading →
Pastor Dale’s Sermons
Here’s a playlist of my sermons, classes, and other video teaching. When I was at Shepherd of the Ridge, I grouped sermons by series if you’re looking for something in … Continue reading →
Race, Privilege, and Justice: How to make lives matter
You’ve probably read the rhetoric on both sides of this issue, but I’m hoping to provide some clarity to better understand what’s going on. Of the eight people who will … Continue reading →
Ministry during #SocialDistancing
As our world responds to the COVID-19 outbreak by staying home, many churches are scrambling to keep the Body of Christ connected. At Saint James in West St Paul, thanks … Continue reading →
Images: Religious Freedom
I created these images for a sermon on religious freedom based on Isaiah 58:3-9, the idea that religion is as much serving our neighbor as attending services, and that no … Continue reading →
Confession and Absolution for Epiphany 2A
Confession & Absolution based on the readings for Epiphany 2A: Isaiah 49:1-7, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9, John 1:29-42a P Our vindication is with the Lord, and our reward is with our … Continue reading →
Images: A smoldering wick, He will not snuff out
A collection of candle and flame-related images for a sermon based on Isaiah 42:1-7 with a nod to the Epistle lesson, Romans 6:1-11. He restored us when we were united with Him in His death.
Confession & Absolution for Epiphany 1C (The Baptism of our Lord)
Based on the readings for Epiphany 1C (The Baptism of our Lord): Psalm 29, Isaiah 42:1-9, Romans 6:1-11, Matthew 3:13-17 P The LORD gives his people strength; the LORD blesses … Continue reading →
Confession and Absolution for the Feast of Epiphany
Based on Isaiah 60:1-6, Ephesians 3:1-12, Matthew 2:1-12 P In Christ Jesus and through faith in him we may approach God with freedom and confidence, so we kneel before our … Continue reading →
Responsive Reading for Epiphany
P At the name of Jesus every knee will bow — in heaven and on earth and under the earth — C and every tongue will confess that Jesus Christ … Continue reading →
Image: Shelter of the Cross
In uncertain times, we can take shelter in the cross of Christ, from a sermon, “Reading the Signs,” based on Luke 21:5-28 for Proper 28C
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