This is a recording from the sermon preached at St. David's Episcopal Church on Sunday, August 10th, on the Ninth Sunday after Pentecost. In this heartfelt sermon, the Rev. Jim Quigley shares his personal struggles with nervousness and reflects on a significant moment from his time in seminary. He connects this with the Scripture from Luke and the Abrahamic narrative in Genesis, emphasizing the importance of trusting in God's love and providence. Rev. Quigley reassures the congregation that faith should not be anxiety-provoking and that God's trust and belief in humanity serve as the foundation for our faith. Through vivid storytelling and theological insights, he encourages the congregation to view every person as doing their best and to love as God loves us.
00:00 Introduction and Confession
00:15 A Nervous Anecdote
02:03 The Gospel Passage from Luke
03:01 Faith and Anxiety
04:04 The Abrahamic Narrative
05:43 Trust in God
06:50 God's Love and Trust
08:48 Conclusion and Blessing
