The United Methodist Church at Absecon

As we get out the Christmas lights, ornaments, and tinsel to decorate our homes this year, it might be hard for some of us to feel the holiday cheer. We have truly been through a lot this year! In this season, as we prepare to celebrate the arrival of Jesus, we can prepare by decorating our lives with what matters: the hope, peace, joy, and love of God. Week 1: Deck the Halls with Hope | Scripture...

When you think of a king, what do you think of? Most people think of one who is unapproachable and perhaps, one who takes advantage of their power to gain more wealth and power at the expense of the weak. But that is not God's vision of a king. God gives us the Shepherd King, Jesus. CCLI License copyright & streaming #s: 1898428 & CSPL099122 One License Streaming License # A-731620

Life can be overwhelming. Did you know that there is NO Bible verse that says "God will never give you any more than you can bear"? But there are plenty of verses that say God will be with you always. How do we bear the struggles of our day? CCLI License copyright & streaming #s: 1898428 & CSPL099122 One License Streaming License # A-731620

As the Israelites are preparing to settle in the Promised Land, Joshua challenges them to choose who they will serve; Yahweh the God of the Promise, or the gods of their ancestors or the gods of the people in whose land they now reside. The same decision has to be made by each of us every day of our lives. It is a Daily Decision as to who we will serve. Will it be the gods we followed before we kn...

As the Israelites are poised to cross into the Promised Land, the place where God's rule and reign are to become a reality on earth (The Kingdom of God), God tells them that he will be with them and drive out those that stand in their way. Jesus tells us that the Kingdom of God, the Promised Land, is now within us. This morning we will discuss how God still drives out the Rebels that stand in the...

Our guest speaker, Rev. Brian Roberts, discusses the fact that Jesus declared himself "The Bread of Life". In this time of global pandemic, racial tension, and political divide, "What are you hungering for?" Are you seeking the things of this world or, are you hungering for the bread from heaven, Jesus the Christ?

After the miraculous liberation of the Israelites from slavery in Egypt, the Israelites found themselves wandering in the wilderness. Although this seemed harsh, lessons were learned. What lessons can we learn from our difficult times wandering in our personal "wilderness"?

Jesus tells his disciples a parable about an unjust servant. In it, he seems to be warning his followers that if we do not forgive as God has forgiven us, we will be condemned to a life of torture. Today we will look at a possible meaning of this difficult saying of Jesus.

Our guest speaker today is Lisa Whitaker. Using II Kings 5:1-19, Lisa leads us in a discussion of our God who exceeds our expectations.

Today's text from Exodus describes the first Passover meal. This meal came to represent the liberation of the Israelis from slavery in Egypt. Today, this story will act as the backdrop for our discussion of our God as liberator.

In the middle of our darkest times, it is often hard to see a sign of God's presence and calling in our lives. But the stories of God's victory over the worst of times proves God's presence in our own times.

This morning we are looking at Jesus' question to his disciples, "Who do you say that I am?" As Christians, this is the most important question we can answer. Our answer will have a major impact on the way we live our lives and what we find to be important.

This morning we are examing what the Bible says about our battle against the lies of Satan and the truth of Jesus. How prepared are you for the battle that takes place primarily in your mind?

Have you ever struggled with loving God with all of your heart, mind, soul, and strength? Have you ever struggled with loving your neighbor as yourself? Today, our message talks about how hard it is to do either of those things unless we learn to love ourselves, the Third Relationship in the Great Commandments.

Have you ever contemplated why God created or, more specifically, what God intended for human beings when he created them? Join Reverend Miller in a short exploration of God's desire for you.