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Disputing with God: Advocating for Others

In this sermon on Genesis 18, Pastor Mark Hanna revisits the story of Sodom and Gomorrah and invites us to read it through the biblical call to hospitality, not exclusion. He explores how Scripture asks us to wrestle with justice, mercy, covenant, and the ways our lives are bound together. This sermon offers permission to bring our questions, doubts, and evolving images of God into a living faith.

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Sermon Discussion Guide: Disputing with God: Advocating for others

This discussion guide invites reflection on Genesis 18, hospitality to strangers, and the relationship between justice and mercy. Use these questions to explore how Scripture can lead us toward greater love of God and neighbor. Wherever you are in your faith journey, there’s a place for your questions at RPPC.

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This week’s sermon is now available on RolandParkChurch.org/sermons.Pastor Mark reflects on Genesis 18, the story of Sodom and Gomorrah, and the harm caused when Scripture is used to shame or exclude. He invites us instead to read with love, hospitality, and courage—asking how God’s mercy and justice shape our life together.There's also a discussion guide that invites you to reflect on hospitality, justice, mercy, and what it means that our lives are bound together. It is a resource for small groups, families, personal reflection, or anyone wondering how Scripture can speak with compassion today.Wherever you are in your personal faith journey, there's a place for you at RPPC.#Genesis18 #LoveGodLoveNeighbor #InclusiveFaith #LGBTQIAWelcome #rolandparkpresbyterianchurch #AllAreWelcome ... See MoreSee Less

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Sometimes faith looks like quiet trust. Sometimes it looks like refusing to stay silent.In yesterday's scripture reading, Abraham speaks boldly with God on behalf of others. His story reminds us that prayer is not passive. It can be courageous, compassionate, and deeply committed to justice.Wherever you are in your faith journey, there’s a place for you at RPPC.#rolandparkpresbyterianchurch #DisputingWithGod #PursuingJustice #EngagingCuriousFaith #BaltimoreChurch #InclusiveChurch #FaithAndJustice #AllAreWelcome ... See MoreSee Less

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Looking for a place where questions are welcome, compassion matters, and faith does not require pretending to have it all figured out? Join us this Sunday at 10:30 AM for worship at Roland Park Presbyterian Church. All are welcome. Wherever you are in your faith journey, there’s a place for you at RPPC. Pursuing Justice – Practicing Hospitality – Engaging Curious Faith. #AllAreWelcome #BaltimoreChurch #RolandPark #rolandparkpresbyterianchurch #SundayWorship #InclusiveChurch #FaithCommunity ... See MoreSee Less

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Today we honor Juneteenth, a day of remembrance, resilience, and liberation.As people of faith, we give thanks for every movement toward freedom, while also acknowledging that the work of justice is ongoing. May we continue to listen, learn, repair, and act with courage and compassion.At RPPC, we remain committed to pursuing justice, practicing hospitality, and engaging curious faith.#Juneteenth #FreedomDay #PursuingJustice #practicinghospitality #engagingcuriousfaith #rolandparkpresbyterianchurch #BaltimoreChurch #FaithAndJustice #allarewelcome ... See MoreSee Less

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Sermon Discussion Guide: Disputing with God: Advocating for others

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