The Whole Cosmos Is Waiting
The creation is eagerly longing for our transformation, for us to be revealed as the children of God, so that in our transformation, the whole cosmos will be restored. Read full sermon at www.micahbales.com
Irresponsible Grace
This is a sermon that I preached on Sunday, 07/12/26, at Berkeley Friends Church. The scripture reading for this sermon was: Matthew 13:1-9,18-23. Listen to the Audio I’ve read the parable of the sower more times than I can remember. Most of the times that I’ve read it, I have treated it as a schema for... Read full sermon at www.micahbales.com
The Fearless Gospel
Jesus teaches that our greatest safety is in fearless participation in God's reign. This isn’t just theory; we know this from experience. Read full sermon at www.micahbales.com
The Real Harvest Was the Disciples We Made Along the Way
This is how the harvest grows – not only through our own labor, but through those we help raise up alongside us. Jesus didn't carry the mission alone; he invested in twelve people who would carry it further. We are called to do the same. The story of Christianity is not done. We each have an important part to play. What will be your part? Read full sermon at www.micahbales.com
A Eulogy for Dorlan Bales
I spoke this word of encouragement at the memorial service for my father, Dorlan Bales, on 06/06/2026, at Bethel College Mennonite Church. The scripture reading was: Matthew 5:1-16. Listen to the Audio Sometimes there’s a man. I don’t want to say hero, because what is a hero? But sometimes there’s a man. A man for his... The post A Eulogy for Dorlan Bales appeared first on Micah Bales . Read full post at www.micahbales.com
The Spiritual Danger of a Long Life
The message preached at Berkeley Friends Church on Sunday, 8/10/25. Readings: Isaiah 1:1, 10-20; Luke 12:32-40. Sermon Audio Sermon Text
Message for December 29, 2024
Listen to the most recent message from Sunday worship at Berkeley Friends Church, “Into the Ditch.” The speakers are Louise O'Neal (presider) and Max Hansen (message). The passages from scripture are Jonah 4:6-11 and Luke 6:35-40. [audio mp3="http://www.berkeleyfriendschurch.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/GMT20241229-191408_Recording-Into-the-Ditch-processed-1.mp3"][/audio]
Message for December 15, 2024
Listen to the most recent message from Sunday worship at Berkeley Friends Church, “The Lord Is Near.” The speaker is Micah Bales. The passage from scripture is Philippians 4:4-7. http://www.berkeleyfriendschurch.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/GMT20241215-191100_Recording-The-Lord-Is-Near-processed.mp3
Message for December 8, 2024
Listen to the most recent message from Sunday worship at Berkeley Friends Church, “What, Then, Should We Do?” The speaker is Micah Bales. The passage from scripture is Luke 3:1-18. http://www.berkeleyfriendschurch.org/2024/12/08/5345/
Message for December 1, 2024
Listen to the most recent message from Sunday worship at Berkeley Friends Church, “Drawing Near.” The speaker is Faith Kelley. The passages from scripture are Jeremiah 33:14-16 and Luke 21:25-36. http://www.berkeleyfriendschurch.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/GMT20241201-191952_Recording-Drawing-Near-processed.mp3