The Rev: Occasional Sermons and Morning Prayers by Rev. Matt Seaton Matt Seaton

Did you know that God was pictured as a jokester and a trickster in ancient church history? In this sermon, Pastor Matt shows how humor is part of our faith and good for our souls. **WARNING** Copious Bad Pastor Jokes are in this sermon. Be forewarned. 

Rev. Matt examines an ancient hymn used by Paul to show the cosmic work of Christ. This cosmic work includes participating in the work of reconciliation and the important work of being a Reconciling Congregation in the UMC. 

In this sermon, Rev. Matt unpacks a dense passage focusing upon how Christ's perceived defeat, was God's victory over the rulers and authorities. 

Peter and the early church learn the meaning of God's gracious inclusion of the Gentiles! A new logic enters into the canon that opens wide the door to acceptance of all who would come in. Partial sermon due to technology issues. 

Remembering Tabitha and Peter's comfort zone is pushed as he stays with a tanner. 

At the Pentecostal event, God gives us the Spirit whose presence makes possible an intimacy capable of respecting and transcending difference.