God’s Acre on the Go

God's Acre On the Go: Ask Me a Question

This week, we turn to Matthew 16:13-20, where Jesus takes his disciples to the politically symbolic city of Caesarea Philippi to ask a bold question: “Who do you say I am?” In a city named after Caesar—the so-called “Son of God”—Peter’s answer, “You are the Messiah,” is a revolutionary claim.

But instead of launching into doctrinal explanation, Jesus does what he so often does: he asks a question. In fact, he asks over 300 in the Gospels, answering only a few. Why? Because Jesus was more interested in relationship than in right answers. Questions spark conversation, and conversation builds communion.

This sermon invites us to reclaim the spiritual power of curiosity. Whether it’s using our new Disciple Deck around a dinner table, or asking our own questions in prayer, Jesus shows us that connection comes not by knowing everything—but by asking, listening, and truly caring.

God's Acre On the Go: Jesus’ Guide to Fine Dining

This week’s sermon explores Luke 14:1, 7–14, where Jesus dines at the home of a Pharisee and watches guests scramble for seats of honor. Rather than scolding, Jesus turns the moment into a graceful, witty parable on humility and hospitality. Drawing from both ancient and modern examples — including inherited fine china, youth mission trips, and Chef José Andrés’ work feeding people in crisis — we see how Jesus’ table isn’t about etiquette or influence but about making room for the overlooked.

Jesus reminds us: the real blessing comes not when we get repaid, but when we welcome those who can’t repay us at all. That’s where God’s joy is found — and where true community begins.

What if every table we set — in our homes, schools, or churches — became a little glimpse of the banquet of heaven?

Tune in and take your seat at the table.

Gods Acre On the Go: Be the Church, Trust in God

In this closing message of our Be the Church series, we turn to Matthew 6:25–34 and hear Jesus’s bold invitation: “Do not worry about your life… but seek first the kingdom of God.” Easier said than done, perhaps—but essential if we are to live as Christ’s people. In this sermon, we reflect on why trust in God is the foundation for everything else: loving God, protecting creation, fighting for the powerless, embracing diversity, and sharing resources. With humor, honesty, and story, we wrestle with our tendency to trust in calendars, bank accounts, and control more than grace. But Jesus points us to the birds and lilies as living parables of divine care. Trust, we discover, is not passive—it’s courageous, generous, and communal. To be the church is to live from this trust, daring to believe that God’s promises are reliable and that grace is enough for today—and tomorrow too.

Gods Acre On the Go: Promise in the Pause

In this message from Isaiah 40:28–31; 43:18–19, we explore the often-overlooked holiness of the “in-between” seasons of life. The people of Israel knew it in exile—caught between what was and what would be. We know it in our own transitions: the end of summer, a career shift, a health change, a move. Scripture reminds us that waiting on the Lord is not passive. In Hebrew, “wait” (qavah) means to bind together—like weaving strands into a cord. In the pause, God strengthens us as we tether ourselves to His presence, promises, and people. This isn’t lost time; it’s God’s workshop, preparing us for the “new thing” He is already bringing forth, even in wilderness places. Whether your season is exciting, unsettling, or both, discover how the sacred pause can renew your strength and ready you for what’s next.

God's Acre On the Go: The Gospel of "Enough"

What if we believed we truly had enough—not just in our wallets, but in our spirits? In this week's message from Acts 4:32–35, we explore the radical generosity of the early church, where trust and connection replaced fear and scarcity. In a world that often insists we must hustle for worth and hoard for safety, the Gospel of Enough invites us into a different rhythm—one of grace, sufficiency, and shared life. We’re reminded that the most powerful thing we might offer is not our wealth but our presence, and that receiving help can be just as holy as giving it. From practical generosity to spiritual presence, this message invites us to reflect on how we can be the church: open-hearted, open-handed, and deeply connected to the God who provides.

God's Acre On the Go: Repentance, Repair, Reconciliation

In this challenging and grace-filled message, Pastor Kent reflects on Paul’s declaration that in Christ, we are made new—and entrusted with a holy calling: the ministry of reconciliation (2 Corinthians 5:17–19). But what does that mean in a world still deeply shaped by racism, division, and injustice? With humility and courage, this sermon names the hard truths of racial inequity, explores the sacred call to repentance, and offers concrete ways for communities of faith to engage in repair and healing. Reconciliation, we’re reminded, is not about erasing the past—but about building honest, justice-rooted relationships that reflect God’s love. As part of the “Be the Church” series, this message invites listeners to reject complacency and embrace the ongoing work of gospel transformation. Because new creation isn’t magic—it’s discipleship.

God's Acre On the Go: Faith with Feet

This week in our Be the Church series, we hear Jesus declare his mission: to bring good news to the poor, release to the captives, and freedom to the oppressed. And he invites us to join him. In this powerful message from Luke 4:16–21, we explore what it means to have “faith with feet.” It’s not enough to believe—we’re called to act. Whether feeding the hungry, confronting injustice, or stepping out of our comfort zones, faith becomes real when it moves. Stories from our congregation remind us that love doesn’t stay in the sanctuary. It shows up—in soup kitchens, schools, shelters, and sidewalks. Justice is not a side issue; it’s the heartbeat of the gospel. If you’re wondering how to follow Jesus today, the answer is simple: walk where he walked—toward the hurting, the silenced, and the unseen.

God's Acre On the Go: Creation is Not a Commodity

What if protecting the environment wasn’t a political issue, but a spiritual one? This week in our “Be the Church” series, we explore what it means to till and keep the earth as God’s sacred gift. Genesis 2:15 reminds us that the first human calling wasn’t to build churches, but to tend a garden. From thin places to neighborhood compost bins, we reflect on how awe, gratitude, and reverence can lead us into lives of faithful stewardship. With wisdom from poets, prophets, and Jesus himself—who pointed to birds, seeds, and soil to reveal the kingdom—we remember that creation isn’t just scenery. It’s sacrament. Tune in to hear how care for the earth becomes care for our neighbors, both now and seven generations from now.

God's Acre On the Go: R & R

In this quiet yet powerful message from Isaiah 30:15–18, we’re invited to embrace a different kind of strength—one rooted not in hustle, but in trust. “In returning and rest you shall be saved,” God says, but so often, like the people of Judah, we flee. We grasp at control, race ahead, and forget that we are already being carried. Through a tender reflection on a child’s birthday wish and a surprising moment at an airport, this sermon reminds us that even in our frantic world, God waits to meet us in stillness. What if rest is not a pause from faith—but a way to experience it more deeply? What if God’s version of “R&R” means returning and resting in divine love? This week, may you find courage not in motion, but in mercy—and may you trust that grace is already moving you forward.

God's Acre On the Go: Not A Building, But A Way Of Life

This week begins our new summer series, “Be the Church,” rooted in a bold truth: the church isn’t a building—it’s a way of life. In this opening message, we turn to Matthew 5:13–16, where Jesus calls us the salt of the earth and the light of the world. Salt flavors what it touches; light illuminates where it shines. In the same way, followers of Christ are called not only to gather, but to go—living out our faith in everyday acts of kindness, courage, justice, and mercy. We remember the early Christians, who had no steeples or sanctuaries, only a movement of love in motion. And we hear a powerful story from a church that meets outdoors with “bread and Jesus—and that’s enough.” Wherever we are this week, may we shine brightly and love boldly. Because, as one Katrina-wrecked church sign declared, “The church has left the building.”