Author Archives: Rev. Paul Rydecki

There is no, “Yes, Lord, but first…”

Posted on July 4, 2010 by Rev. Paul Rydecki

Sermon for Pentecost 6 Luke 9:51-62 + 1 Kings 19:14-21 + Galatians 5:1,13-25 “Yes, Dad, but first, let me…” whatever.  Parents hear it all the time.  Some direction is given, some instruction, some command to “Do this or that,” and … Continue reading →

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Good news! The cross is coming!

Posted on June 28, 2010 by Rev. Paul Rydecki

Sermon for Pentecost 5(c) Zechariah 13:7-9  +  Galatians 3:23-29  +  Luke 9:18-24 “Cheer up!  It’s the cross!”  That was the theme of the keynote address at our AZ-CA district convention two weeks ago.  My old college professor, Pastor Dan Deustchlander … Continue reading →

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It’s all about the forgiveness of sins!

Posted on June 23, 2010 by Rev. Paul Rydecki

Sermon for Pentecost 4(c) Luke 7:36-50  +  2 Chronicles 33:1-6, 10-18  +  Galatians 2:11-21 Today is a day to remember.  Two baptisms.  Two confirmations.  Amelia and Anna, you were baptized right here in this church – Amelia, 13 years ago, … Continue reading →

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