Sermons from San Diego

<p>The Bible isn't just a collection of writings from thousands of years ago, it is often remarkably relevant to living today. For example, we can mourn the state of our divided world. Or we can find hope and sustenance as we pursue a world that is open, inclusive, just, and compassionate through the teachings of Jesus and the prophets. Listen to Rev.  Dr. David Bahr from Mission Hills United Church of Christ in San Diego make connections to scripture for living faith-fully today.<br /><br />Learn more about our congregation at www.missionhillsucc.org and come be our guest in worship at 10 am each Sunday. Or watch our services live or on demand on YouTube.</p>

Not the Way We Expect

Welcome to Advent and the beginning of the story that changed the world - and will change your life If this sermon was meaningful to you, learn more about the rest of our church at missionhillsucc.org. You are invited to support the ministry of Mission Hills United Church of Christ with a one time or recurring contribution - missionhillsucc.org/give

11-30
12:49

Dream God's Dream

A sermon for all wondering what comes next - for themselves and the church If this sermon was meaningful to you, learn more about the rest of our church at missionhillsucc.org. You are invited to support the ministry of Mission Hills United Church of Christ with a one time or recurring contribution - missionhillsucc.org/give

11-23
11:55

But First, Celebrate

Exploring the Book of the prophet Habakkuk and how it speaks to us today If this sermon was meaningful to you, learn more about the rest of our church at missionhillsucc.org. You are invited to support the ministry of Mission Hills United Church of Christ with a one time or recurring contribution - missionhillsucc.org/give

11-09
13:05

Love Does Not Run Away

Do you feel of ache trying to do good work that feels too small to matter as we watch the government shutdown drag on? It is painful to see families and children stand in long lines at food banks while wrecking balls prepare the ground for a gleaming new gold-plated ballroom. While park rangers, air-traffic controllers, and food inspectors labor unpaid to keep others safe, ICE is handing out signing bonuses. The empire never stops funding its fear, rewarding detention centers but not senior c...

11-02
14:30

A House of Prayer for All People

Here this sermon from Isaiah 56 and the story of Jesus healing the lepers with a modern day application If this sermon was meaningful to you, learn more about the rest of our church at missionhillsucc.org. You are invited to support the ministry of Mission Hills United Church of Christ with a one time or recurring contribution - missionhillsucc.org/give

10-26
17:12

The Land Is Listening

A sermon for Indigenous Peoples Weekend If this sermon was meaningful to you, learn more about the rest of our church at missionhillsucc.org. You are invited to support the ministry of Mission Hills United Church of Christ with a one time or recurring contribution - missionhillsucc.org/give

10-12
14:35

Truth Must Make Noise

This sermon provides a narrative of our recent civil rights pilgrimage. To see the pictures referenced, go to davidbahr.weebly.com for the sermon of the same name If this sermon was meaningful to you, learn more about the rest of our church at missionhillsucc.org. You are invited to support the ministry of Mission Hills United Church of Christ with a one time or recurring contribution - missionhillsucc.org/give

10-09
20:43

From Mockery to Mercy

Take a look at the Book of Hosea for a message about living in our divided times. If this sermon was meaningful to you, learn more about the rest of our church at missionhillsucc.org. You are invited to support the ministry of Mission Hills United Church of Christ with a one time or recurring contribution - missionhillsucc.org/give

09-21
15:24

Prophetic Grief

This sermon is based on the prophet Amos and invites us to both grieve and roar at the condition of our country If this sermon was meaningful to you, learn more about the rest of our church at missionhillsucc.org. You are invited to support the ministry of Mission Hills United Church of Christ with a one time or recurring contribution - missionhillsucc.org/give

09-14
14:44

Make Your Home Here: An Exile Survival Guide

Jeremiah describes how progressive Christians can live faithfully in today's world where we feel such grief. Read Jeremiah 29 If this sermon was meaningful to you, learn more about the rest of our church at missionhillsucc.org. You are invited to support the ministry of Mission Hills United Church of Christ with a one time or recurring contribution - missionhillsucc.org/give

09-07
13:30

Written On My Heart

Not sure you can hold on to hope as the nation's foundations crumble around you, listen to the promise in Jeremiah 31 If this sermon was meaningful to you, learn more about the rest of our church at missionhillsucc.org. You are invited to support the ministry of Mission Hills United Church of Christ with a one time or recurring contribution - missionhillsucc.org/give

08-31
16:35

Our Gilded Age

In our continuing series on the prophets, Isaiah confronts the way religion had been gilded and our call to day See Isaiah 58 If this sermon was meaningful to you, learn more about the rest of our church at missionhillsucc.org. You are invited to support the ministry of Mission Hills United Church of Christ with a one time or recurring contribution - missionhillsucc.org/give

08-24
18:18

I Am Willing

Today we hear the call of a new prophet - Jeremiah - and consider our own call If this sermon was meaningful to you, learn more about the rest of our church at missionhillsucc.org. You are invited to support the ministry of Mission Hills United Church of Christ with a one time or recurring contribution - missionhillsucc.org/give

08-17
15:41

From Waters of Mercy to Rivers of Justice

This is the conclusion of Elisha's story and a transition to new kinds of prophets - first up: Micah and his famous question. See Micah 6: 6-8 If this sermon was meaningful to you, learn more about the rest of our church at missionhillsucc.org. You are invited to support the ministry of Mission Hills United Church of Christ with a one time or recurring contribution - missionhillsucc.org/give

08-10
14:44

Unrealistic, Unrelentless Courage

Stories of restoration and healing by the prophet Elisha continue with a shocking story. See 2nd Kings 6 If this sermon was meaningful to you, learn more about the rest of our church at missionhillsucc.org. You are invited to support the ministry of Mission Hills United Church of Christ with a one time or recurring contribution - missionhillsucc.org/give

08-03
17:44

More Than We Can See

A continuation of the Elisha series - a sermon our Pride Sunday celebration in San Diego - on 2nd Kings 6 If this sermon was meaningful to you, learn more about the rest of our church at missionhillsucc.org. You are invited to support the ministry of Mission Hills United Church of Christ with a one time or recurring contribution - missionhillsucc.org/give

07-25
13:51

3 Lessons in Revolutionary Love During a Time of Rage

This continues our series on Elisha with a Ted Talk by Valarie Kaur If this sermon was meaningful to you, learn more about the rest of our church at missionhillsucc.org. You are invited to support the ministry of Mission Hills United Church of Christ with a one time or recurring contribution - missionhillsucc.org/give

07-10
03:48

Moral Imagination

This is the third in a series - moving from the spectacle of the prophet Elijah to the silence and healing of Elisha. And it says a lot about who we are called to be today. See 2nd Kings 2 If this sermon was meaningful to you, learn more about the rest of our church at missionhillsucc.org. You are invited to support the ministry of Mission Hills United Church of Christ with a one time or recurring contribution - missionhillsucc.org/give

06-29
14:28

What Are You Doing Here?

This second segment from 1st Kings 19 moves from the prophetic torch of fire by Elijah to the power of healing touch of Elisha and invites us to find a different way through our anger If this sermon was meaningful to you, learn more about the rest of our church at missionhillsucc.org. You are invited to support the ministry of Mission Hills United Church of Christ with a one time or recurring contribution - missionhillsucc.org/give

06-22
13:58

This is Really Happening

This story about King Ahab, Jezebel, and Elijah has a surprising resonance to what is really happening in the US today. Read 1 Kings 19: 1-7 If this sermon was meaningful to you, learn more about the rest of our church at missionhillsucc.org. You are invited to support the ministry of Mission Hills United Church of Christ with a one time or recurring contribution - missionhillsucc.org/give

06-15
14:12

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