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Without Authority

Sharing the process of preparing sermons. Studying Biblical texts and being curious about the world.

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First Impressions on Ephesians 3:1-12

This is the beginning step of my sermon work on the epistle text for the Feast of the Epiphany, January 6, 2026.

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First Impressions on Matthew 11:2–15

This is the beginning step of my sermon work on the Gospel text. for the third Sunday of Advent, December 14, 2025.

Studying the Text of 1 Corinthians 10:23-11:1

Working notes from preparing to preach on the epistle text for the third week of our Stewardship sermon series, November 23, 2025.

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First Impressions on 1 Corinthians 10:23-11:1

This is the beginning step of my sermon work on the epistle text for the our third week of our Stewardship sermon series, November 23, 2025.

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