Author Archives: Steve LaMotte
Building Bridges: Part 2
A couple of weeks ago, I wrote a post called Building Bridges which was a bit of a response to the outcome of the Trayvon Martin murder trial- and a response to the polarizing conversations surrounding it. In the post (and … Continue reading
For Such a Time as This
I don’t know about you, but when I watch the news, I can get overwhelmed. There is upheaval and turmoil everywhere you look. We see the effects of sin and the decision of broken people that cause pain and suffering … Continue reading
Turning Their Hearts Back
A week ago, I preached on the episode in Elijah’s life found in 1 Kings 18:16-46. It’s the story of Elijah taking on the 900 prophets of Baal and Asherah. It’s the story of YHWH versus Baal. If you know … Continue reading
Building Bridges
I was watching the Pirates take on the Mets the other night when the verdict in the George Zimmerman trial came through. My initial response was surprise- then dismay as this was really a no-win situation. A young man is … Continue reading
20/20 Vision
This past week, I preached an overview message on the life of Samson. I remember Samson from flannel boards and coloring books. I always heard about his God-given strength that was tied to his uncut hair- and how he tore … Continue reading
Defining Spirituality
I began reading Eugene Peterson’s Christ Plays in Ten Thousand Places this week. Peterson seeks to “reunite spirituality and theology in a cultural context where these two vital facets of Christian faith have been rent asunder.” The first chapter seeks to … Continue reading
Ordination: The End of One Journey- The Beginning of Another
Last weekend was the Peninsula-Delaware Annual Conference- our yearly gathering of clergy and laity to talk all things United Methodist happening on the Delmarva Peninsula. I’ve come to enjoy the weekend of fellowship, worship, and Holy Conferencing- though … Continue reading
Bring It Back to Jesus: Eddie DeGarmo Interview
I was reading the latest issue of Worship Leader magazine this morning- and in it was an interview with Eddie DeGarmo who is the president of Capitol CMG Publishing who has a roster including Kirk Franklin, Chris Tomlin, Casting Crowns, … Continue reading
An Adoption Milestone
For those who may not know, Andrea and I have been working through the adoption process since last August- and seriously since November. Our prayer is to adopt a young girl with minor correctable special needs from China. Yesterday, we … Continue reading
What Is Love? (Baby Don’t Hurt Me, Anymore)
The final message in our “Make Your Mark” series came from 1 Corinthians 13- also known as “The Love Chapter.” It is one of the most beautiful pieces of scripture (or any writing for that matter). 1 Corinthians 13 has … Continue reading
Exiled Community 