Sermons from March 2026

Tears of Mercy

This message will explore the first of two types of tears we see in Jesus as He enters Jerusalem, the tears of mercy. In these tears, we see our God moved by mercy over the plight of a world that needs God but often will not turn to God. Luke 19:28-42; Matthew 23:37-39 Sermon Outline “As he approached Jerusalem and saw the city, he wept over it.” (Luke 19:41) Three Reasons Jesus Weeps Over Jerusalem Jesus weeps because God’s invitation…

Tears of Frustration

This message will explore the second of two types of tears we see in Jesus at the tomb of Lazarus, the tears of frustration. Through these tears we see our God’s frustration over the impact of sin and death on human experience that was made for more. John 11:1-44 Sermon Outline “Lord, if you had been here, my brother would not have died. Jesus said, ‘Your brother will rise again.’” (John 11:21-23) Frustration in John 11 Disciples (John 11:6-16) Mary…