This is a recording from the sermon preached at St. David's Episcopal Church on Sunday, May 25th, on the Sixth Sunday in Easter. In this sermon, Rev. Jim Quigley reflects on the journey of faith through the lens of John Stott's spiritual transformation, inspired by Eric Nash's teachings. He connects this reflection to the baptism of Charlotte May Johnson, encouraging the congregation to recommit to their ABCs of faith: Admit, Believe, and Come. Through the narrative of the early Christians from the Book of Acts, Rev. Quigley explores themes of spiritual evolution, commitment to God, and the transformative power of embracing Christ. The sermon concludes with an invitation to the congregation to reaffirm their own faith journeys, emphasizing that gradual, committed change can lead to remarkable outcomes.
00:00 Introduction and Theme of the Homily
00:30 The Story of John Stott
01:43 Eric Nash's Influence and the ABCs of Faith
04:47 John Stott's Transformation
06:15 The Early Christian Journey in the Book of Acts
09:59 Reaffirming Our Faith and Commitment
11:29 Conclusion and Final Blessing
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