In this sermon, Reverend Chris shares on Transformed by Love, the 4th chapter of our Lenten Book study, Surrender to Love. We also enjoyed remembering the triumphal entry of Jesus as we celebrated Palm Sunday.
Sermons
“Love and Obedience”
Categories: John, Surrender to Love
March 22, 2026
In this sermon, Reverend Chris shares on Love and Obedience from chapter 3 of David Benner's book, Surrender to Love. He reminds us that obedience flows from resting in God's love and grace, similar to when we float on our backs during a swim.
“Love and Fear”
Categories: 1 John, Surrender to Love
March 15, 2026
In this sermon, Reverend Chris shares on Love and Fear from the second chapter of Surrender to Love by David Benner. He suggests that we do not need to fear God and that the love God offers casts out fear in our lives.
“Treasured Possession”
Categories: Deuteronomy, Surrender to Love
March 8, 2026
This is the recording of the sermon that was live streamed Sunday, March 8th, 2026 by Newberg First Presbyterian Church. The sermon is titled “Treasured Possession” preached by the Rev. Dr. Melissa Ramos.
“Invitation to Love”
Categories: Ephesians, Surrender to Love
March 1, 2026
This is the recording of the sermon that was live streamed Sunday, March 1st, 2026 by Newberg First Presbyterian Church. The sermon is titled “Invitation to Love” preached by Ms. Lish Mannetter.
“Surrender, Love and Spirituality”
Categories: Psalm 27, Surrender to Love
February 22, 2026
In this sermon, Reverend Chris shares on Surrender, Love and Spirituality as we begin our book study on David Benner's Surrender to Love. Psalm 27 is explored as a psalm guiding us on how to surrender to God's love.
“God Is Love”
February 15, 2026In this sermon, Reverend Chris shares on the theme God Is Love from 1 John 4. We explore how God is our Valentine and love is the source of what brings us all together in Christ. Reverend Chris shares his own experience of receiving God's love from his experience with contemplative spirituality.
“Love of Neighbor”
Categories: Surrender to Love
February 9, 2026
In this sermon, Rev. Dr. Chris Murphy shares a modern retelling of the Good Samaritan story. He reminds us to be a neighbor to others by showing mercy to those in need. He highlights our heart for the immigrant community.
“Peace, Unity and Love”
February 1, 2026In this sermon, Reverend Chris shares on Peace, Unity, and Love from the prayer of Jesus in John 17. The sermon also highlights the walk for peace led by a group of Buddhist monks and how we all are called to share the presence of peace, unity, and love in the world, following the example of Jesus, the Prince of Peace.