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the Advent Journey; Danger.

by Mark SorensenUpdated on December 20, 2013December 20, 2013

I recently came across a letter written by Francis Xavier, a mid 16th century missionary, who wrote to a priest on his perils of his mission to China. In it, he wrote the following: “The …

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the Advent Journey; Present.

by Mark SorensenUpdated on December 11, 2013December 11, 2013

“Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and they shall call his name Immanuel” (which means, God with us). -Matthew 1:23 To say that I have been distracted of late is an understatement. Let me give you …

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Dwelling.

by Mark SorensenUpdated on November 26, 2013November 26, 2013

Leave this cave, and go stand on the mountainside in My presence. The Eternal passed by him. The mighty wind separated the mountains and crumbled every stone before the Eternal. This was not a divine wind, …

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Borders.

by Mark SorensenUpdated on November 13, 2013November 13, 2013

Funny how things fall into place. Over the past couple of weeks in the “Perfect Storm” series, I have mentioned two different religious experts in the Law that spoke to Jesus. I wish I could …

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What if.

by Mark SorensenUpdated on November 8, 2013November 8, 2013

“Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us…” -Ephesians 3:20 What if. What if we are choosing to live really …

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A morning prayer

by Mark Sorensen November 5, 2013November 5, 2013

“O Lord, open my eyes that I may see the need of others, open my ears that I may hear their cries, open my heart so that they need not be without succor, let me …

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Confessions of a Modern Day Pirate

by Mark Sorensen October 31, 2013October 31, 2013

It doesn’t happen with me often, but when it happens it’s never a fun experience. About two minutes into our all staff chapel service earlier this week, I blinked and the contact lens in my …

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When salad stops being a salad.

by Mark SorensenUpdated on October 25, 2013October 25, 2013

I was talking with someone today about how living in the Woodlands is a bit like living in the movie, “The Field of Dreams”. Remember that one? The baseball players would just sort of emerge …

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Unmask.

by Mark SorensenUpdated on October 11, 2013October 11, 2013

“Mark. Pay attention!” That was a message from past Mark. He gently nudges my present day self on occasion and it’s always a welcome surprise. Yesterday, I picked up my copy of Henri Nouwan’s, Making All …

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1st Century Church in the 21st Century.

by Mark SorensenUpdated on October 4, 2013October 4, 2013

Let’s talk “perspective”, shall we? Love it or hate it, perspective can be a funny thing. Honestly? I am amazed at how often I lose it, actually. Thankfully, we’re never so far away from perspective that …

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Cricket Theology.

by Mark SorensenUpdated on September 30, 2013September 30, 2013

I love a good sermon illustration. This past Sunday, I wrapped up a four week series called, “No Regrets; the Art of Living the Life You Were Created to Live”. We looked at the heartbreak …

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It’s not about you.

by Mark SorensenUpdated on September 24, 2013September 24, 2013

It’s hard to believe that the “No Regrets” series concludes this Sunday. I have had such a remarkable time sharing these messages with the Harvest community at the Woodlands UMC. It’s a blessing to have …

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Think God Can’t Use You?

by Mark SorensenUpdated on September 12, 2013September 12, 2013

From last Sunday’s message: The next time you feel like GOD can’t use you, just remember… Noah was a drunk Abraham was too old Isaac was a daydreamer Jacob was a liar Leah was ugly …

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Forfeited Grace.

by Mark SorensenUpdated on September 10, 2013September 10, 2013

Confession. I would hear words a lot in the Methodist church that I had absolutely NO idea what they meant. Honestly? I was often too embarrassed to ask. I mean, shouldn’t I know what “prevenient grace”, …

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Sharpies and Faith.

by Mark SorensenUpdated on August 27, 2013August 27, 2013

Last Sunday, I participated in an event at the Woodlands UMC called, “Sign the Slab”. There are several exciting building projects happening and last Sunday, the church community was invited to take sharpie to foundation …

the Advent Journey; Danger.

the Advent Journey; Present.

Dwelling.

Borders.

What if.

A morning prayer

Confessions of a Modern Day Pirate

When salad stops being a salad.

Unmask.

1st Century Church in the 21st Century.

Cricket Theology.

It’s not about you.

Think God Can’t Use You?

Forfeited Grace.

Sharpies and Faith.

When Tempted…

“Thank you.”

Peace in Christ.

The Spirit is on the Move!

One Generation to the Next

A Healthy Does of Joy