Easter 6 (A) sermons
Unity is Not Partisan, Easter 6 (A) – May 10, 2026
[RCL] Acts 17:22-31, Psalm 66:7-18, 1 Peter 3:13-22, John 14:15-21 The Acts of the Apostles, or the Book of Acts, follows the work of the early Christian community in the years immediately following Christ’s death and resurrection. Thus readings from Acts are particularly appropriate in the weeks following Easter Day. In today’s reading, Saul, now…
What’s Love Got to Do with It?, Easter 6 (A) – 2023
[RCL] Acts 17:22-31; Psalm 66:7-18; 1 Peter 3:13-22; John 14:15-21 There are several occasions throughout the year that are specifically aimed at showing one’s love to others. Think about Valentine’s Day. It is a special day when we send flowers, candy, or cards to loved ones. What initially was a day for spouses and romantic…
Blessed Be God, Easter 6 (A) – 2020
[RCL]: Acts 17:22-31; Psalm 66:7-18; 1 Peter 3:13-22; John 14:15-21 “Blessed be God, who has not rejected my prayer, nor withheld his love from me.” That feels good. Let’s say that psalm verse out loud, together: “Blessed be God, who has not rejected my prayer, nor withheld his love from me.” How great it is that…
Being a Witness for the God We Know, Easter 6 (A) – 2017
The Book of Acts is filled with miracles, visions, and dreams, and in it, the author, Luke, helps us establish the identity of God and shows how the Gospel of Jesus Christ was spread to every corner of the world. In addition to teaching about the identity of God, Luke has much to say about…
Paul: Appealing or Appalling?, Easter 6 (A) – 2014
Many Christians have mixed feelings about the apostle Paul. Paul can be challenging to deal with; some New Testament writings attributed to him express negative views of women and other minorities, and his tone can be pugnacious and argumentative. But if we’re going to be followers of Jesus, we have to come to terms with…
Blessed Be God…, Easter 6 (A) – 2011
“Blessed be God, who has not rejected my prayer, nor withheld his love from me.” That feels good. Let’s say that psalm verse out loud, together: “Blessed be God, who has not rejected my prayer, nor withheld his love from me.” How great it is that our God – the same God who took on…
At First Reading…, Easter 6 (A) – 2008
At first reading, the words of Jesus in this passage from John are not very inspiring. “If you love me, you will keep my commandments.” It is that little word “if.” From our grandparents down to our grandchildren, we have all lived with or kept company with people who talk as though their love for…
Led Down a Garden Path to a Vineyard, Easter 6 (A) – 2005
Is this passage of Scripture familiar? The quote, “I am the vine and you are the branches” does stand out and feels like a message that really fits in this season of Easter. It seems especially appropriate when you think of it as preparation for the approaching feast of Pentecost as well—especially in the sense…
Once a Young Man…, Easter 6 (A) – 2002
Once a young man mentioned to his pastor that he had a love of poetry but that he noticed poetry was never mentioned at church. “Would it be possible,” he asked the pastor, “to introduce poetry sometime into the service?” The following week the pastor obligingly produced a poem. After explaining to the congregation why…
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