Metropolitan AME Church Sermons

Rev. William H. Lamar IV explores the themes of suffering, knowledge, and the role of community in understanding God's nature through the lens of the Book of Job. He emphasizes the limitations of human understanding, the importance of presence over words in times of grief, and the need for transformation in tradition to align with the evolving understanding of God. This week's sermon is an invitat...

This week we celebrate the 187th anniversary of Metropolitan AME with guest preacher Rev. Dr. Reginald W. Williams, Jr. Throughout this powerful sermon, Rev. Dr. Williams emphasizes the importance of recognizing our sources of strength, particularly through the legacy of our ancestors. He reflects on the significance of carrying the 'bones' of our history and heritage, which serve as reminders of...

In this week's sermon, Rev. William H. Lamar IV explores the themes of anguish, faith, and the necessity for a new form of expression in the face of suffering. Acknowleding that Job's story reflects our struggles with suffering, Rev. Lamar emphasizes the importance of voicing our pain and the need for a community that acknowledges bitterness and injustice. The sermon challenges traditional forms o...

This week Rev. William H. Lamar IV explores the themes of peace, suffering, and the role of community in addressing pain. He emphasizes the importance of allowing suffering to be voiced and challenges the misconceptions surrounding the reasons for suffering. Through the lens of the biblical figure Job, he discusses the complexities of friendship during times of hardship and the need for solidarity...

In this powerful sermon, Rev. William H. Lamar IV explores the story of Job and his wife, focusing on the often-overlooked voice of "Mrs. Job." He discusses themes of anonymity, identity, and the collateral damage of suffering, particularly in relation to women. The sermon challenges traditional interpretations of faith and suffering, urging listeners to confront the realities of their beliefs and...

This week Pastor William H. Lamar IV explores the themes of tradition in the African Methodist Episcopal Church, joy, and the complexities of faith through the lens of the Book of Job. He challenges conventional theological interpretations, emphasizing the role of Satan, the accuser, or Ha-Satan and the nature of God as one who is not easily manipulated. Rev. Lamar emphasizes the need for mature t...

On this Youth Day Service, Rev. Khristi Lauren Adams preaches the importance of kindness in a world often filled with unkindness. She shares personal anecdotes and biblical teachings that emphasize the need for love and compassion in our daily interactions. The conversation highlights the challenges of being kind, especially in difficult situations, and calls for a collective commitment to kindnes...

This week Rev. William H. Lamar IV challenges all who would hear to confront the injustices within society and the church. He emphasizes the importance of self-reflection and the need to hold up a mirror to America, urging individuals to come out of the oppressive systems that perpetuate inequality. Through biblical references and personal anecdotes, he calls for a collective awakening to the real...

This week guest preacher, Rev. Dr. Dianne Malcolm emphasizes the importance of cultivating hope and resilience in the face of life's challenges. She discusses the power of creativity, the dangers of hopelessness, and the need for community support. Through self-reflection and understanding one's identity, individuals can harness hope as a form of resistance against despair. She highlights the sign...

This week sermon Rev. William Lamar IV explores the themes of resurrection, the importance of reading for preachers, the various forms of literacy, the role of imagination in faith, and the call to build a new Jerusalem. He emphasizes that God dwells among mortals and challenges the notion of escapism in theology, urging a commitment to understanding and engaging with the world. "The home of God i...

In this powerful sermon, Rev. William Lamar IV addresses the themes of community, faith, and resilience in the face of societal challenges. He reflects on the Gospel of John, emphasizing the concept of the Good Shepherd and the idea of 'snatching'—the forces that seek to take away individuals and communities. The sermon calls for a shift from individualistic theology to a collective understanding...

This week Rev. William Lamar IV explores the themes of imagination, service, and community through the lens of faith. He emphasizes the importance of feeding the hungry, both physically and spiritually, and challenges traditional views of Jesus by presenting Him as a cook who serves and nurtures. The discussion highlights the role of imagination in shaping our understanding of God and the world, u...

This week Rev. Michael Jefferson, II explores the themes of faith, trauma, and the journey of trusting God again after experiencing doubt and grief. He reflects on the story of Thomas, often labeled as 'Doubting Thomas,' and challenges the audience to reconsider this characterization in light of the trauma and fear that Thomas experienced. Rev. Jefferson emphasizes the importance of acknowledging...

Who Got The Body? In this powerful Easter sermon, Rev. Lamar explores the themes of resurrection, memory, and the significance of the body of Christ. He reflects on the empty tomb, the trauma of witnessing death, and the role of women in the resurrection narrative. The sermon emphasizes the importance of remembering Christ's promises and recognizing that we, as a community, are the body of Christ,...