Good Shepherd Barrhaven Sermon Stream

Faith is less understood today than it was in past generations. Today, many people are convinced that faith is a waste of time. Yet, this isn't a new situation. In today's sermon, we learn that sometimes the people in Jesus' day were just as critical. Mary shows special devotion to Jesus, but is criticized for it too. The story helps us understand how best to worship God in an indifferent world, and reminds us that what matters most is to serve Him regardless of what it looks like to othersScripture references: John 12:1-8Preached on the Fifth Sunday in Lent, April 7, 2019 by Rev. Stephen SilverthorneSermon HighlightsWesterners increasingly live without GodFaith seems like a waste of time to many peopleMary gives an appropriate response to Jesus' goodnessShe doesn't care what people thinkWe worship to give an appropriate response to Jesus' goodnessWe shouldn't care what people thinkChurch helps us serve our neighbour betterThere is room for different personalities to serve JesusBy serving Jesus we bring brigh