26 April 2026

The Layers of Heaven

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Heaven is not just one amorphous place. It consists of countless communities of various sizes, each with its own character. These communities are arranged into three basic levels, a highest, middle, and lowest. This general division is perhaps an interesting bit of trivia about the afterlife; but when we realize that each level of heaven can help us understand a level of our own mind, it becomes more relevant to the here and now. This Sunday we’ll reflect on how understanding these levels helps us progress spiritually.

Previous Sermons

17 May 2026

Confirming Your Faith

In the New Church we practice infant baptism, meaning many of us were not even conscious of what was going on when it took place, and have no memory of it. How do we confirm and affirm that we as adults accept the promises made when we were infants?

10 May 2026

Honouring Mothers

The 4th Commandment directs us to “honour your father and your mother, that your days may be long upon the land which Jehovah your God is giving you.” I hope you have a chance today to do some of that honouring.

19 April 2026

The Universal Prayer

When Jesus’ disciples asked Him about prayer, He gave them the words that are now known as “The Lord’s Prayer.” This prayer is almost universally known in the Christian world. But it’s very popularity means we sometimes lose sight of its rich meaning.

12 April 2026

Making Truth False

How can something true also be false? It seems like a contradiction but it is actually something we do all the time.

5 April 2026

Failure is an Option

No one likes to fail. We actively try to avoid failure (as we should!). But failure is also unavoidable: it is part and parcel of trying to live a better life.

29 March 2026

Celebrate the Lord!

In the Gospel of John, Palm Sunday is described in the context of the miracle of raising Lazarus from the dead.

22 March 2026

Anointed With Love

Shortly before His death, a woman poured a flask of precious oil over Jesus's head. This would have been a clear sign of love and esteem for Jesus.