May 20, 2026 | Sermons
May 17, 2026. Ascension Sunday. Year A. In the time between Jesus’ resurrection and ascension, he gathers the disciples to tell them, in essence, “Don’t lift a finger until the Spirit comes.” For even now they’re still not ready to go on mission without divine...
May 12, 2026 | Sermons
May 10, 2026. Sixth Sunday of Easter. Year A. What in the world does Peter mean Jesus “made a proclamation to the spirits in prison” (v. 19)? Interpretations of this verse range from strange and ridiculous to hopeful and wonderful. Today we will attempt to offer the...
May 12, 2026 | Sermons
May 3, 2026. Fifth Sunday of Easter. Year A. Though the Psalmist is in distress, she expresses complete trust in God. Even as she pleads for help, she’s also commending herself to God’s care. Verse 4 captures this dynamic of simultaneous plea and expression of trust:...
Apr 27, 2026 | Sermons
April 26, 2026. Fourth Sunday of Easter. Year A. Drawing on Acts 2:42-47, Psalm 23, and John 10:1-10, this sermon describes the gifts and joys of abundant life in Christ. The Acts text helps us see in practical terms what Jesus in John calls “abundant life.” The...
Apr 20, 2026 | Sermons
April 12, 2026. Second Sunday of Easter. Year A. Preacher: Dr. Paula Garrett Worship with First Baptist Church of Asheville. Sundays: Bible study at 10:00 a.m., worship at 11:00 a.m. · 5 Oak Street, Asheville, NC · fbca.net...
Apr 16, 2026 | Sermons
April 2, 2026. Maundy Thursday. Year A. Matthew chapter 26 is not a good look for the disciples. One of them betrays Jesus. The rest promise not to desert him. Several fall asleep repeatedly even as Jesus is clearly grieving and disturbed. And yet, throughout the...
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