Church of the Incarnation Sermons

Rev. Griesbeck reminds us that faith is more than belief—it’s active trust in God’s promises, even when they remain unseen. Drawing from Abraham’s story, he challenges us to resist replacing God’s plan with our own out of anxiety, and to trust that God is faithful, writing our names among the great people of faith when our story is complete.

In this powerful sermon, Bishop Greg Brewer returns to the line from the Lord’s Prayer—“Give us this day our daily bread”—to explore the human longing for love, purpose, provision, and mercy. Drawing on Scripture, personal reflection, and pastoral wisdom, he calls us to resist the hollow promises of materialism and self-importance. Instead, we are invited to embrace a life of prayer, generosity, a...

Preaching from Ecclesiastes and the life of St. Thomas Aquinas, Fr. Clay Pruitt invites us to wrestle with the question: Does what we do matter? In a world that prizes legacy, productivity, and self-made purpose, this sermon reminds us that true meaning isn’t found in what we achieve but in who we are in Christ. Because we have already died and risen with Him, our work matters—not by our striving,...

Rev. Griesbeck explores Jesus' teaching on prayer in Luke 11, reminding us that prayer is both bold and childlike. We're invited to persist, even when it feels risky or unanswered. God doesn’t promise quick fixes—but He does promise Himself. Through stories, humor, and honesty, this sermon encourages us to bring our need, our hope, and our doubts to the God who gives us more than we ask: the Holy...

Bishop Brewer explores Jesus’ response to “Lord, teach us to pray,” showing that prayer is more than a ritual—it’s an invitation into deep relationship with God and others. Through stories of intercessors and everyday believers, he reminds us that prayer is powerful, world-shaping, and meant to be shared. Even our smallest prayers can make an eternal impact.

Bishop Brewer speaks to those moments when words fail and we don’t know how to pray. Drawing from the week’s collect and Colossians, he reminds us that God doesn’t require performance—He desires our honest, unfiltered hearts. Even when we feel distant or inadequate, Christ dwells in us. Our inability to pray can be the starting point for deeper intimacy with God. We are invited not to impress, but...

Rev. Dr. Victor Lee Austin reflects on the parable of the sower, emphasizing that the mystery of spiritual growth lies not in the sower or even the seed—but in the soil. He explores how the human heart must be prepared to receive God’s Word and how grace alone allows that Word to take root and bear fruit. Growth in the Christian life often happens quietly and invisibly, shaped by God’s action rath...

Luke Miller explored the parable of the Good Samaritan, reminding us that Jesus redefines “neighbor” as everyone we encounter, including those we might call enemies. We often look for limits—who we must love and who we can exclude—but Jesus refuses those boundaries. The Samaritan’s compassion foreshadows the mercy Christ showed us: when we were spiritually dead, He drew near, healed us, and paid o...

Rev. Jon Jordan reflected on the deep human question of identity through Deuteronomy, Colossians, and the parable of the Good Samaritan. He emphasized that before we ask “What must I do?” we must first ask “Who am I called to be?” We are God’s children, set apart as saints, and called to live out that identity in our daily lives. True purpose and faithful action flow from knowing and resting in wh...

Rev. Shawn Torres preached from Isaiah 66 about God’s power to bring sudden breakthroughs when hope seems lost. He reminded us that God isn’t bound by human timelines and can deliver instantly what we’ve waited on for years. True faith prepares in advance—believing and acting as if God’s promises are already fulfilled. When we embody hope and trust, God’s flourishing becomes visible in our lives,...

Rev. Jordan Griesbeck reflected on Jesus sending out the seventy disciples with nothing but trust, showing that real joy is found in dependence on God and others. He reminded us that while life brings both beauty and tragedy, like the recent flooding in Texas, we are always held in God’s mercy. Following Jesus means letting go of control, traveling light, and discovering the power of God’s kingdom...

Bishop Brewer challenges us to rethink freedom as more than personal improvement. Drawing on examples of persecuted Christians and miraculous prayer, he shows that true Christian freedom comes when we stop obsessing over our flaws and give ourselves to God’s mission in the world. Freedom grows as we serve others, join God’s work, and step beyond self-centered living.

Rev. Cody Turner contrasts the world’s idea of freedom—doing whatever we want—with the Bible’s vision of true freedom: liberation from sin and death through Christ. Like sheep “hefted” to familiar land, humanity is bound to self-indulgence. But Jesus breaks that bond, freeing us to live as citizens of God’s kingdom. True freedom means surrendering to God and walking in the Spirit rather than retur...

In this powerful sermon, Rev. Canon Oliver Lee reminds us that spiritual warfare is real—but so is our authority in Christ. Drawing from Scripture, C.S. Lewis, and the promises of our baptism, he boldly proclaims that Satan and his demons hold no power over those who belong to Jesus. In the name of Jesus, we have dominion over darkness, healing over sickness, and victory in every battle. Whatever...

In this sermon from Luke 8, Rev. Shawn Torres asks: Does Jesus’ power frighten you—or free you from fear? Through the story of the demon-possessed man, he shows how Jesus meets us in our darkest places—our “tombs” of addiction, shame, and despair—and brings freedom. When Jesus speaks, demons flee, lives are restored, and we are sent out to share what God has done. Help is not just coming—Help has...

In this Trinity Sunday sermon, Bp. Greg Brewer reminds us that we are not striving for God's approval—we are held by His unwavering grip. Drawing from Psalm 8, Romans 5, and Hebrews, he paints a picture of our identity as beloved children, justified by faith not as a work but as a gift. This assurance invites us to live with peace, not fear; to trust, not strive. The Trinity is not a puzzle to sol...

On Trinity Sunday, Rev. Jordan Griesbeck invites us not just to understand the Trinity but to feel it. Drawing from Romans 5, he describes life in the Trinity as marked by peace with God through Christ, delight in being fully loved and approved by the Father, and hope—a grounded anticipation of future goodness shaped by God’s eternal love. The sermon challenges us to lay down our inner wars and st...

Rev. Jon Jordan compares the Tower of Babel and Pentecost, urging us to reject the murky, downstream pursuits of self-reliance and instead seek the pure source of life found in God. At Pentecost, God comes down—not to control us, but to dwell within us, empowering us to live a Spirit-filled, unified, and abundant life.

Bp. Greg Brewer reflects on the unpredictable, transforming power of Pentecost, calling us to surrender pride and control to be filled with the Holy Spirit. Following Jesus may bring misunderstanding and discomfort, but it leads to joy, purpose, and a life shaped by God's love and mission.

Rev. Cody Turner reflects on the in-between time between Ascension and Pentecost, urging us to live with the prayer Maranatha—“Come, Lord” and “The Lord has come.” This word captures the tension of the Christian life: trusting that Jesus is already present while longing for His full return. Even amid grief, fear, and waiting, we are never alone—Christ is near, sustaining us through His Word, sacra...

In this sermon, Rev. Cn. Oliver Lee challenges the question, “Is God on my side?” by pointing to Jesus’ prayer in John 17, where Christ pleads for unity among believers. Rev. Lee emphasizes that God is not about choosing sides—we are called to be on His side. Through scripture, he reminds us that division is the work of the enemy, but when we align with God, we experience His power to turn burdens...

In his sermon, Shawn Torres unpacks Acts 16 and the idea that closed doors are often God's way of redirecting us toward His divine purpose. Using Paul’s journey to Macedonia as a model, he reminds us that what seems like a "no" from God may actually lead to something greater—like the first church in Europe. Through faith and obedience, divine direction leads to divine appointments and lasting impa...

Canon Oliver Lee reflects on Memorial Day as both a tribute to fallen soldiers and a call for Christians to stand firm in spiritual warfare. Evil, he reminds us, is the root of all conflict—and we are called to resist it with the armor of God, empowered by the Holy Spirit to stand for truth, freedom, and righteousness.

Bp. Greg Brewer reminds us that praising God is not just a suggestion—it’s a command that reorients our hearts toward availability, not just productivity. Through stories, Acts 10, and Revelation 21, he emphasizes that our presence here is no accident, but the result of divine appointments. We are not just busy people trying to survive—we are tabernacles of God’s presence, called to live with purp...

Rev. Cody Turner explores our deep longing for "home"—a place of peace, belonging, and love. Through personal stories and Revelation 21, he reminds us that this longing points to our true home with God, where sorrow ends and joy is made complete. Earthly homes fade, but in Christ, we are promised an eternal one.