Welcome to Second on the Mount!
No matter where you are on the journey of faith, God’s Word has something to say to you. Second on the Mount is a collection of sermons from Second Presbyterian Church on Mountain Avenue in Roanoke, VA. Listen to the encouraging words of ministers George Anderson, Elizabeth Link, Ben Brannan, and occasional guests as we journey together, finding direction by following Jesus.
Whether you are near or far, have a quiet moment or are on the go, you can easily listen on your podcast app of choice. New episodes are published weekly; subscribe to be notified when a new sermon is available!
Episodes
Dec 18, 2019
Dec 18, 2019
12 min
“Answering Angels” – Luke 1:26-38
Sermon by Dr. George C. Anderson from December 8, 2019. The angel Gabriel visits Mary bringing greetings and life-altering news. "Conversation as faith; that's what this is... How will we respond?"
Read the manuscript on our website: http://www.spres.org/answering-angels/
Dec 18, 2019
Dec 18, 2019
13 min
“The People Who Know” – Matthew 24:36-44
Sermon by Jen Brothers, church member and seminary student, from December 1, 2019. "Two people are working in the field, but one knows something the other doesn’t... It’s time to be the people who know."
Read the manuscript on our website: http://www.spres.org/the-people-who-know/
Dec 18, 2019
Dec 18, 2019
19 min
“Gospel Eyes” – Matthew 28:17, Mark 6:51, Luke 4:24, John 18:37-38
Sermon by Dr. George C. Anderson from November 24, 2019. “Put on the lens of faith. Look at your life and those around you and far from you with enchanted lens.”
Read the manuscript on our website: http://www.spres.org/gospel-eyes/
Dec 18, 2019
Dec 18, 2019
17 min
“Spectacles of Scripture” – Psalm 119:103-105
Sermon by The Rev. Elizabeth N.H. Link from November 17, 2019. In her sermon, Rev. Link–a history enthusiast–examines how we came to have the Holy Bible and the miracle it is that Christians came to have this collection of books in the first place.
Read the manuscript on our website: http://www.spres.org/spectacles-of-scripture/
Dec 10, 2019
Dec 10, 2019
18 min
“A Question” – Luke 20:27-40
Sermon by The Rev. Rachel C. Thompson from November 10, 2019. In an attempt to trap him, some Sadducees asked Jesus a question. “The first step towards growing in our understanding of what God’s good future is like is to let go of the need to be right.”
Read the manuscript on our website: http://www.spres.org/a-question/
Dec 10, 2019
Dec 10, 2019
13 min
“Benediction: The Open Moment” – Luke 2:14, I Corinthians 15:58, Jude 24-25, Revelation 22:21
Sermon by Dr. George C. Anderson from All Saints Sunday, November 3, 2019. “Heard rightly, a benediction is a moment when somehow, we hear the assurance of God.”
Read the manuscript on our website: http://www.spres.org/benediction-the-open-moment/
Dec 5, 2019
Dec 5, 2019
23 min
“The Middle’s Edge” – Jeremiah 2:4-8, Matthew 5:17-20
Sermon by Dr. George C. Anderson from Sunday, October 27, 2019. In today's divisive times, we must remember how to discuss difficult issues in a way that builds community, not divides it.
Read the manuscript on our website: http://www.spres.org/the-middles-edge/
Dec 5, 2019
Dec 5, 2019
16 min
“Fearfully and Wonderfully Made” – Genesis 1:24-27
Sermon by The Rev. Elizabeth N.H. Link from Preschool Sunday, October 20, 2019. "God knows you inside and out. Whether that statement is comforting or unsettling, it is true. You are known by God, you are beloved by God. You are a child of God."
Read the manuscript on our website: http://www.spres.org/fearfully-and-wonderfully-made/
Dec 5, 2019
Dec 5, 2019
21 min
“Three Types” – Philippians 3:7-11
Sermon by Dr. George C. Anderson from Commitment Sunday, October 13, 2019.
Read the manuscript on our website: http://www.spres.org/three-types/
Dec 4, 2019
Dec 4, 2019
16 min
"Receive" - John 21:1-17
Sermon by The Rev. Elizabeth N.H. Link from World Communion Sunday, October 6, 2019. "If the Gospel of John ended with chapter 20, we’d think it a fine conclusion. But John 21 comes right on its tails and describes a scene so powerful it begged to be told."
Read the manuscript on our website: http://www.spres.org/receive/