Relentless Grace: Runaways

God's Unstoppable Grace

Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23 - In this sermon, we revisit Jesus' Parable of the Sower from a surprising perspective—not by focusing on the different kinds of soil, but on the generous, relentless Sower. What if this story isn't primarily about our failures or faithfulness, but about a God who never stops scattering seeds of grace, hope, mercy, and love—even in places that seem hopeless? Denise Camacho is our guest preacher today. Click here⁠⁠ [https://www.edgehill.org] to learn more about Edgehill UMC and how you can get involved!

Relentless Grace: The World is about to Turn

Jonah 3 [https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Jonah%203&version=NRSVUE]- Have you ever wondered whether people, communities, or even nations can really change? In Jonah 3, we explore the surprising story of Nineveh’s repentance—a city known for violence that responds to God’s call in an unexpected way. Along the way, we uncover what repentance truly means, why it’s about more than guilt or shame, and how turning toward God can transform not only individuals but entire communities. Discover why Jonah’s story still speaks to our world today and how God’s patience, mercy, and invitation to change offer hope for all of us. Click here⁠ [https://www.edgehill.org] to learn more about Edgehill UMC and how you can get involved!

Relentless Grace: Prayers from the Deep

Jonah 2 [https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Jonah%202&version=NRSVUE] - Have you ever found yourself stuck in a season of uncertainty? Have you ever wondered if God could still work through you despite your mistakes, doubts, or failures? As we journey through Jonah's time in this dark and uncomfortable "in-between" place, we discover how God often meets us in seasons of confusion, struggle, and transformation. Along the way, we'll wrestle with questions about ego, self-deception, God's relentless pursuit of us, and the surprising truth that God can work through imperfect people. Click here [https://www.edgehill.org] to learn more about Edgehill UMC and how you can get involved!

Relentless Grace: Runaways

Jonah 1 [https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Jonah%201&version=NRSVUE] - Have you ever resisted a calling, avoided a difficult conversation, or run from something God was asking of you? In this message, we begin our journey through the Book of Jonah and discover that Jonah’s story is about far more than a big fish. Through humor, honesty, and a surprisingly relatable prophet, we explore God's patience, persistence, and unconditional love for even the most stubborn among us. If you've ever wrestled with faith, forgiveness, or God's direction for your life, this sermon offers a fresh and encouraging perspective on a God who never stops pursuing us—and never gives up on us. ⁠Click here⁠ [https://www.edgehill.org] to learn more about Edgehill UMC and how you can get involved!

Embracing the Mystery: What the Trinity Teaches Us About Love and Belonging

John 16:12-15 [https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=John%2016%3A12-15&version=NRSVUE] - In this Trinity Sunday sermon, we explore one of the most profound and challenging teachings of the Christian faith—the Trinity. Far from being an abstract doctrine, the Trinity reveals powerful truths about mystery, community, and love. Together, we discover why faith isn't about having all the answers, how God's very nature models healthy relationships and belonging, and what it means to be invited into a love that enters into the world's suffering rather than standing apart from it. Click here⁠ [https://www.edgehill.org] to learn more about Edgehill UMC and how you can get involved!