Sermons by Charles Goodman, Jr.
“Built by Sacrifice: Faith, Freedom, and the Future”
“Built by Sacrifice: Faith, Freedom, and the Future”Scripture: 1 Peter 2:4-5 NRSV, Hebrews 12:1-2 NRSVTheme: The future is built by faithful sacrifice. As we rememberthe founding of the United States and the founding of St. JohnMethodist Church, we honor those who prayed, gave, served, andcarried the faith before us. Their sacrifice reminds us that we arenot only heirs of a legacy — we are stewards of one. Now ourgeneration must decide what we will build, what we will sacrifice,and what…
“Faith, Freedom, and the Future”
“Faith, Freedom, and the Future” Theme: Freedom is a gift from God, but it is also a responsibility. As we remember America’s beginning and the faith that helped shape its story, we are reminded that true freedom is not found in doing whatever we want, but in using our lives to serve God, pursue righteousness, and live as faithful witnesses of Jesus Christ. Galatians 5:13, Psalm 33:12, Proverbs 14:34Charles Goodman, Jr.
“Fathers: God’s Bridge Between Generations”
“Fathers: God’s Bridge Between Generations” 6-21-26Exodus 20:12 (NRSV), Deuteronomy 6:4-7 (NRSV)Theme: God calls fathers to serve as a bridge between generations—honoring the faith of those who came before them,faithfully living their faith today, and passing a Christ-centeredlegacy to the generations that follow.Charles Goodman, Jr.
“Lessons from Pentecost”
“Lesson from Pentecost” 5-31-26Acts 2:1-14, 37-42 NRSVCharles Goodman, Jr.
“Between Calvary and Pentecost”
“Between Calvary and Pentecost” 5-17-26Acts 1:6-14Charles Goodman, Jr.
“Grow As A Christian”
“Grow As A Christian” 5-3-261 Thessalonians 5:16-18Acts 17:11Romans 12:1-2John 4:23-24Charles Goodman, Jr.
“From Celebration to Resurrection”
“From Celebration to Resurrection” 4-5-26Theme: The resurrection of Jesus Christ is not just something to celebrate, but a call to transformation—because the same Savior who confronts, corrects, and cleanses also heals, restores, and gives newand eternal life to all who surrender to Him. Matthew 21:12-15; Luke:1-7 Charles Goodman, Jr.
St. John Methodist Church
St. John Methodist Church 4-2-26Maundy Thursday ServiceJohn 13:3-5 The TowelLuke 22:14-20 The Lord’s Supper – The TableJohn 13:34-35 The CommandCharles Goodman, Jr.
“What People Want and What God Sent”
“What People Want and What God Sent” 3-29-26Matthew 21:1-11Charles Goodman, Jr.
“Open Hands, Humble Hearts”
“Open Hands, Humble Hearts”Mark 10:13-16Charles Goodman, Jr.
“Sin – Missing the Mark: A Lenten Return”
“Sin – Missing the Mark: A Lenten Return” 3-1-26Sermon Theme: Understanding sin is the first step toward turning from sin. Lent invites us to re-aim our hearts toward God’s Word, God’s will, and God’s ways. Scripture: Genesis 4Charles Goodman, Jr
“I AM: God’s Presence for Our Right Now”
“I AM: God’s Presence for Our Right Now” 2-15-26Sermon Theme: When life is full of questions and fear begins to rise, God does not always give explanations — He gives Himself.God proves that His presence is greater than our panic, and His “I AM” is enough for our “right now.”Exodus 3:1-15Charles Goodman, Jr.