Worship - Sermons
November 8, 2015 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 24th Sunday after Pentecost
“Trust God Above All” Mark 12:38-44
- God sees our trust show in our living.
- We trust God to give what we do not yet see.
- We trust in God who gives unseen riches.
November 1, 2015 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 23nd Sunday after Pentecost
“Love God above All” Mark 12:28-34
- Saints are led by faith to love God.
- Love for God leads to love for others.
- Jesus’ love leads us to God’s kingdom.
October 25, 2015 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 22nd Sunday after Pentecost
“Proclaim God above All” Revelation 14:6-7
- God’s message is always needed by all.
- God rules over all his creation.
- God’s gospel includes all Jesus has done.
October 18, 2015 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 21th Sunday after Pentecost
“Rest in God above All” Hebrews 4:1-16
- God gives us time to receive rest.
- God gives rest through faith in his word.
- God gives faith in Jesus’ help by grace.
October 11, 2015 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 20th Sunday after Pentecost
“Desire God Above All” Amos 5:6–7, 10–15
- We do what we can to get what is good.
- There is no true good without the true God.
- We have good because God is good to us.
October 4, 2015 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 19th Sunday after Pentecost
“Seek First the Kingdom of God” Matthew 6:24-34
- We can be slaves of things meant to serve.
- We want instead to serve God’s kingdom.
- We are provided for by God in his kingdom.
September 27, 2015 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 18th Sunday after Pentecost
Let God Take Care Of It” Numbers 11:4–6, 10–16, 24–29
- God has us deal with difficulties.
- What we ourselves do is deficient.
- Everything depends on what God does.
September 20, 2015 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 17th Sunday after Pentecost
“The Wisest One Wins” James 3:13—4:10
- Proud, passionate wisdom leads to fights.
- Wisdom from above humbly makes peace.
- God’s wisdom makes goodness grow.
September 13, 2015 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 16th Sunday after Pentecost
Learn to Face Life with Faith” Isaiah 40:4-10
- We keep being wearied by weakness.
- We learn to face scorn with confidence.
- Jesus takes on weakness for us.
August 30, 2015 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 14th Sunday after Pentecost
“Withstand attacks with Christ” Ephesians 6:10–20
- See that we face a spiritual struggle.
- Stand firm on the victory of Christ.
- Speak boldly about the gospel of peace.
August 23, 2015 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 13th Sunday after Pentecost
Keep Your Head” Ephesians 5:22–33
- Wives receive in connection with Christ.
- Husbands give in connection with Christ.
- All are changed by connection with Christ.
August 16, 2015 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 12th Sunday after Pentecost
August 9, 2015 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 11th Sunday after Pentecost
May 17, 2015 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Sixth Sunday of Easter
“Who Can You Believe?” 1 John 5:9-15
- Believe the truth of God about life.
- Believe that Jesus gives true life.
- Believe God truly gives what he promises.
May 10, 2015 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Sixth Sunday of Easter
“Love Reaches for the Unclean” Acts 10:34-48
- Jesus immerses himself in our sick world.
- God reaches through us to the unclean.
- The Spirit reaches into us to wash us clean.
May 3, 2015 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Fifth Sunday of Easter
“Confess the Connection”
- True faith connects us to God.
- All true teaching connects to Jesus Christ.
- Faith in God is connected to loving others.
April 26, 2015 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Fourth Sunday of Easter
“Sheep in Shepherd’s Clothing” 1 John 3:16-24
- We learn love for others from Jesus.
- We learn to show love from God’s assurance.
- We learn confidence in God from his Spirit.
April 19, 2015 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Third Sunday of Easter
“Who Did It?” Acts 3:11–21
- God restores a man by Jesus’ power
- God raised Jesus as he planned.
- God renews us as he promises.
April 12, 2015 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Second Sunday of Easter
We Share Life in the Light” 1 John 1:1-2:2
- God gives life to share in the light.
- Sin’s lies leave us alone in the dark.
- Jesus returns to forgive and give joy.
April 5, 2015 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Easter Sunday
“Jesus Delivers by Defeating Death” Exod. 15:6-11, Luke 11:21-22
- We are trapped by death and the devil.
- Death is defeated by Jesus’ greater power.
- We are freed to live with God.
April 3, 2015 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Good Friday
“Receive God’s Son - The Parable of the Landowner and Tenants” Mark 12:1-11
- God’s servants do not give him his due.
- God gives us opportunity to avoid disaster.
- God gives his blessings to the undeserving.
April 2, 2015 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Maundy Thursday
“Receive the Invitation Parable of the Wedding Banquet” Matt. 22:2-14
- We are invited to a relationship with God.
- We are invited to receive God’s gifts.
- We are invited to rely on God’s grace.
March 29, 2015 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Palm Sunday
“What Do You Mean, ‘King’” John 12:13-16, Mark 15:2, 26
- Jesus is praised as a powerful provider.
- Jesus is scorned as a weak figurehead.
- Jesus saves by his vicarious surrender.
March 22, 2015 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Fifth Sunday in Lent
“God Renews His Covenant” Jeremiah 31:31-34
- God leads us by the hand to know him.
- God’s covenant is broken by our rejection.
- God’s forgiveness leads us by the heart.
March 18, 2015 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Lent Service
“Receive Mercy: The Parable of the Good Samaritan” Luke 10:25-37
- An attempt to be righteous goes wrong.
- Efforts to rescue go to an extreme.
- we inherit life when Jesus comes to our aid.
March 15, 2015 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Fourth Sunday in Lent
“When It Doesn’t Look Like Salvation” Numbers 21:4-9
- God’s gifts are seen as insufficient.
- People see that they are sinful.
- God shows he is constantly saving.
March 11, 2015 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Lent Service
March 8, 2015 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Third Sunday in Lent
“The Weakness of the Cross is Wise” 1 Corinthians 1:18-31
- Worldly wisdom is worthless for salvation.
- Jesus’ weak death has God’s wise power.
- God gives wisdom by the weakness of faith.
March 1, 2015 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Second Sunday in Lent
“Christ Is in Control” Mark 8:27-38
- The Christ is Jesus; he is not just coming.
- We give up on self to live submitting to God.
- Christ saves our soul in return for our shame.
February 22, 2015 (MP3) (PDF Text) - First Sunday in Lent
“God Sees to What He Says” Genesis 22:1-18
- Abraham does what God says.
- God sees to what is needed.
- God himself shows what he says.
February 18, 2015 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Ash Wednesday
- We are desperate. God is not disrespecting.
- We are not to be discouraged. God is not disregarding.
- We are being delivered. God is not delaying.
February 15, 2015 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Transfiguration Sunday
Keep Your Eye on God’s Glory” 2 Kings 2:1-12
- Israel saw God’s glory but looked away.
- God’s people keep watch to see God’s glory.
- We see God’s glory by looking to Jesus.
February 8, 2015 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 5th Sunday after the Epiphany
“The Complete Cure of Christ” Mark 1:29-39
- Jesus works complete healing.
- Jesus defeats all the work of the devil.
- Jesus fulfills his work with forgiveness.
February 1, 2015 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 4th Sunday after the Epiphany
“Knowing What Builds Up” 1 Corinthians 8:1-13
- We need more knowledge of God’s truth.
- We need more: serving others in love.
- We need more: God knowing and loving us.
January 25, 2015 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 3rd Sunday after the Epiphany
“God Gives Us Time” Jonah 3:1-5, 10
- God gives the wicked time to repent.
- God gives us time to share his word.
- God gives the time of Jesus’ saving work.
John 1:43-51
- Philip shows what comes from Jesus’ calling
- Nathaniel doubts good coming from lowliness
- Jesus shows what good comes from heaven
January 11, 2015 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 1st Sunday after the Epiphany
“Joined for Life” Romans 6:1-11
- Being joined with Christ gives new identities.
- Jesus joined with sinners to free us from sin.
- We are joined with Christ to live new lives.
January 6, 2015 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Epiphany
“Simeon’s Song of Peace and Light” Luke 2:29-32
- We begin by listening to God’s word.
- We begin to see God’s salvation.
- We begin to share God’s light.
January 4, 2015 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 2nd Sunday after Christmas
“With Jesus at our Father’s” Luke 2:40-52
- Mary and Joseph care for the Father’s son.
- We are to be about the Father’s business.
- Jesus serves faithfully in the father’s house.
December 28, 2014 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 1st Sunday after Christmas
“Join the Holy Family” Galatians 4:4-7
- Jesus is born to join us under the law.
- The Father adopts us as sons and heirs.
- The Spirit frees us to live as sons.
December 25, 2014 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Christmas Day
“John’s Song of Light and Life” John 1:1-14
- Highest, most holy, light of light eternal
- Light and life to all he brings.
- Word of the Father, now in flesh appearing
December 24, 2014 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Christmas Eve
“Angels Sing of Peace with God” Luke 2:13-14
- Glorifying self disrupts harmony with God.
- God lowers himself to restore goodness.
- When God is glorified we are given peace.
December 21, 2014 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 4th Sunday of Advent
“God Does His Own Thing” Luke 1:26-38
- God chooses us out of his own grace.
- God sends his own son to be our savior.
- God does his own work in and through us.
December 14, 2014 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 3rd Sunday of Advent
“Who Do You Think You Are?” Matthew 18:21-35
- Pharisees saw themselves as God’s guardians.
- John saw himself as a witness to the light.
- Jesus is see as the light of God himself.
December 10, 2014 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Advent Service
“Sing of God’s Blessing” Luke 1:46-55
- We sing the greatness of our need.
- We sing the greatness of God’s might.
- We sing the greatness of God’s mercy.
December 7, 2014 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 2nd Sunday of Advent
What Are We Waiting For?” 2 Peter 3:8-14
- We wait for God to renew all creation.
- God waits for repentant personal renewal.
- We eagerly wait for God to renew us forever.
December 3, 2014 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Advent Service
“Sing of God’s Salvation” Luke 1:67-79
- Sing of rescue from hateful enemies.
- Sing of serving in righteousness.
- Sing of forgiveness by God’s mercy.
November 30, 2014 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 1st Sunday of Advent
“Watch Actively” Mark 13:24-37
- Watch actively for work in God’s service.
- Watch actively to keep what God gives us.
- Watch actively as God comes to gather us.
November 23, 2014 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Last Sunday of the Church Year
“God Gathers His Sheep” Ezekiel 34:11-16, 20-24
- God seeks out those who are scattered.
- God deals with those taking advantage.
- God feeds the gathered flock.
November 16, 2014 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 23rd Sunday of Pentecost
“God Erases Everything” Zephaniah 1:7–16
- God will see to getting rid of what is ruined.
- fter reform, renewal is still needed.
- In the end, the Lord’s sacrifice is complete.
November 9, 2014 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 22nd Sunday of Pentecost
“Be Ready for the Expected” Amos 5:18–24
- God’s coming will not bring all we expect.
- Our coming to worship is not all God expects.
- God’s own sacrifice brings what he expects.
November 2, 2014 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 21st Sunday of Pentecost/All Saints Day
Sanctified Spirits with Skin” 1 Thessalonians 3:12-4:5, 13-14
- Bodies with spirits are to be sanctified.
- Spirits with bodies are sanctified in heaven.
- We are sanctified by Jesus’ deeds in a body.
October 26, 2014 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 20th Sunday of Pentecost/Reformation Day
Declare the Gospel of God” 1 Thessalonians 2:1–13
- Declare God’s gospel with boldness.
- Declare God’s gospel with gentleness.
- Declare God’s gospel with confidence.
October 19, 2014 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 19th Sunday of Pentecost
October 12, 2014 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 18th Sunday of Pentecost
October 5, 2014 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 17th Sunday of Pentecost
“Fragrant Gifts of God” Eph. 5:1-2, 8-10, Philip. 4:15-20
- Christ’s sacrifice has a fragrance of love.
- Our gifts can share the fragrance of Christ.
- Good fruits spread the fragrance of Christ.
September 28, 2014 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 16th Sunday of Pentecost
“Rejoice in Sharing God’s Gifts” Philippians 2:1-18
- We unite to serve others with God’s grace.
- Jesus obediently served us with his greatness.
- We joyfully serve in thanks for God’s gifts.
September 21, 2014 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 15th Sunday of Pentecost
“We Rejoice in Glorifying God" Philippians 1:12–14, 19–30
- Living out our faith glorifies God’s grace.
- Enduring difficulty glorifies God’s grace.
- Deliverance in death glorifies God’s grace.
September 14, 2014 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 14th Sunday of Pentecost
“The Cost of Compassion in Context” Matthew 18:21-35
- A servant sees repayment as reasonable.
- Peters sees our forgiveness as generous.
- All need to see the greatness of God’s grace.
September 7, 2014 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 13th Sunday of Pentecost
We Watch over One Another” Ezekiel 33:7-9
- We need to watch the world and God’s word.
- We need to warn the wicked to stop.
• We need the way of God’s deliverance.
August 31, 2014 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 12th Sunday of Pentecost
Living with God in Mind" Romans 11:33-12:8
- God gives us minds set on humble service
- God renews our mind to discover what is good
- God has in mind to give us all his grace.
June 29, 2014 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 2nd Sunday of Pentecost
God’s Word Comes True” Jeremiah 29:5-9
- Our wish or words don’t make things true.
- God’s true word causes true change.
- God’s word gives us peace in times of trouble.
June 8, 2014 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Day of Pentecost
“God’s Alien Invasion” Acts 2:1-21
- God’s people become foreigners.
- God’s Spirit comes with foreign power.
- God’s gift is a foreign salvation.
June 1, 2014 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Seventh Sunday of Easter
“Making Decisions as God’s People” Acts 1:12-26
- Find answers in scripture not in our senses.
- Seek common goals, not doing the same thing.
- Focus on God’s goals, not on our problems.
- Seek God’s chosen place, not our chosen sign.
May 28, 2014 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Ascension Eve
“It Just Never Ends” Ephesians 1:15-23
- Jesus keeps on giving wisdom.
- Jesus keeps on giving power.
- Jesus keeps on giving hope.
May 18, 2014 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Fifth Sunday of Easter
“Facing Opposition as God’s People” Acts 6:1-9, 7:51-60
- Opposition comes from common needs.
- Opposition can lead to closed hearts.
- Opposition ends through Christ’s power.
May 11, 2014 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Fourth Sunday of Easter
“Living as God’s People United with Others” Acts 2:42-47
- God joins us with each other in worship.
- God joins us with him in serving others.
- God joins others with us through witness.
May 4, 2014 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Third Sunday of Easter
April 27, 2014 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Second Sunday of Easter
April 20, 2014 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Easter
Whom are you seeking?” John 20:15b
- A dead leader leaves us to our own efforts.
- A vanishing teacher offers no real help.
- A risen Lord will lead us home.
April 18, 2014 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Good Friday
Why Have You Forsaken Me?” Mark 15:34
“And at the ninth hour Jesus cried with a loud voice, “Eloi, Eloi, lema sabachthani?” which means, “My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?”
- Jesus is forsaken as no one else ever is.
- Jesus is forsaken to be with the forsaking.
- Jesus is forsaken so we can be with God.
April 17, 2014 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Maundy Thursday
“Is it I, Lord?” Matthew 26:21-22
- We may defend ourselves with denial.
- We may doubt ourselves with dismay.
- We may receive forgiveness with faith.
April 13, 2014 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Palm Sunday
This is Your Mind on Christ” Philippians 2:5-11
- Christ’s rights as God set us right.
- Christ’s humble service makes us servants.
- Christ’s glory in heaven brings us to heaven.
March 26, 2014 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Wednesday Lent Service
“Are You the Christ?” Matthew 26:63b-64
- Jesus is our prophet who tells us truth.
- Jesus is to be our king who rules our life.
- Jesus is our priest who removes our sin.
March 23, 2014 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Third Sunday in Lent
You Must Meet This Man” John 45-30, 39-42
- A strange Jew meets an outcast seeking water.
- A prophet meets with self-justification.
- The Messiah meets a need for spirit and truth.
March 16, 2014 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Second Sunday in Lent
“God Calls us to Follow” Gen. 12:1-9
- God calls us to obedience.
- God calls us to faith.
- God calls us to blessings.
March 12, 2014 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Wednesday Lent Service
“Are You Still Resting and Sleeping?.” Mark 14:37-41
- We may sleep because of our cares.
- We may sleep because of carelessness.
- We may rest because of confidence in Jesus.
March 9, 2014 (MP3) (PDF Text) - First Sunday in Lent
“Just One Does It” Romans 5:12-19
- Adam’s sin continues to spread to everyone.
- Everyone continues to sin as Adam did.
- Everyone continues to need Jesus’ grace.
March 2, 2014 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Transfiguration Sunday
“A Peek at the Peak” Matthew 17:1-9
- Jesus shines like the sun in perfect goodness.
- The son of God shows his powerful glory.
- The son of man shows his gracious presence.
February 23, 2014 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Seventh Sunday after the Epiphany
February 16, 2014 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Sixth Sunday after the Epiphany
February 9, 2014 (MP3 not available) (PDF Text) - Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany
“How Does God Make Sense?” 1 Corinthians 2:1-16
- God’s gifts are received by a changed mind.
- God’s wisdom comes from the Holy Spirit.
- God’s power comes from Christ crucified.
February 2, 2014 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Fourth Sunday after the Epiphany
“Witness to Wise Weakness” 1 Corinthians 1:18-31
- We learn from Christ to know & do right.
- We preach Christ, God’s wisdom & power.
- We boast in Christ’s help for the weak & foolish.
January 26, 2014 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Third Sunday after the Epiphany
We Are Sent With God’s Light” Isaiah 9:1-4
- God’s light is sent into the darkness.
- We are sent to gather a harvest with joy.
- Jesus was sent to free us from Burdens.
January 19, 2014 (MP3 ) (PDF Text) - Second Sunday after the Epiphany
“Seek LIFE” John 1:29-42a
- Love in Fellowship rather than mere freedom.
- Learn in Faith rather than through failure.
- Live in Forgiveness rather than in fear.
January 12, 2014 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Epiphany
Matthew 2:1-12
- God has surprising news for outsiders.
- God has good news even for enemies.
- God has joyful news for those who seek him.
January 5, 2014 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Second Sunday after Christmas
“Ask for More Gifts” 1 Kings 3:4-15
- One blessed with mercy asks for blessings.
- One who is wise asks for wisdom.
- One with a good king asks to be a good king.
December 29, 2013 (MP3 - not available) (PDF Text) - First Sunday after Christmas
“Endless Christmas Time” Galatians 4:4-7
- Jesus has come in time to redeem us.
- Now is the time to live as God’s children.
- The Father gives us a timeless inheritance.
December 25, 2013 (MP3 - not available) (PDF Text) - Christmas Day
"Proclaim the Good News" Isaiah 52:7-10
- Messengers proclaim peace for God reigns.
- Watchmen shout for joy, seeing God return.
- People are comforted by God’s redemption.
- Nations are saved by God’s power revealed.
December 24, 2013 (MP3 - not available) (PDF Text) - Christmas Eve
“Let’s Go With Good News” Luke 2:1-20
- Jesus goes to Bethlehem because of the law.
- Angels go to Bethlehem to share good news.
- We go from Bethlehem with the good news.
December 22, 2013 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 4th Sunday of Advent
“Get More than You Expect” Isaiah 7:10-17
- Recognize true dangers and wrong remedies.
- Receive God’s signs for real righteousness.
- Rely on God’s presence to remove evil.
December 15, 2013 (MP3 - Not available) (PDF Text) - 3rd Sunday of Advent
“God’s Way in the Wilderness” Isaiah 35:1-10
- God makes a new way through the wilderness.
- God makes a new way to go through life.
- God makes a way to new life through Jesus.
November 17, 2013 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 26th Sunday of Pentecost
“How to Stand in Time of Trouble” Luke 21:5-36
- Look at trouble in the world as time to witness
- Look out for trouble in the heart, time to pray.
November 10, 2013 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 25th Sunday of Pentecost
“Unexpected Rescue” Ex. 3:1-15
- God surprises the settled, revealing he is holy.
- God sees the suffering, remembering to help.
- God sends the hesitant. He is real and is here.
November 3, 2013 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 24th Sunday of Pentecost (All Saints Day)
“Staying Steadfast as Saints” 2 Thessalonians 1:1-12
- Saints are examples of goodness.
- Saints endure afflictions.
- Saints are empowered by God.
October 27, 2013 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 23rd Sunday of Pentecost (Reformation Sunday)
“Joyful Worship Responds to Grace” Genesis 4:1-15
- Differing attitudes about gifts.
- Differing attitudes about guilt.
- The difference made by God’s grace.
October 20, 2013 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 21st Sunday of Pentecost
October 13, 2013 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 20th Sunday of Pentecost
September 29, 2013 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 19th Sunday of Pentecost
“Take Hold of True Treasure” 1 Timothy 6:6-19
- We have enough for life with contentment.
- We have enough for eternal life with Christ.
- We have truly enriched lives with sharing.
September 22, 2013 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 18th Sunday of Pentecost
“God Brings Us Up Short” Amos 8:4-7
- God commands, don’t short the poor.
- God warns, don’t give God short shrift
- God invites, don’t shortchange yourself.
September 15, 2013 (MP3 - not available) (PDF Text) - 17th Sunday of Pentecost
“How to Find True Love” 1 Timothy 1:5-17
- Love comes from right reasons in the heart.
- Law used for a right purpose condemns sin.
- Look to the right place for mercy: Jesus.
September 8, 2013 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 16th Sunday of Pentecost
“Listen and Live” Deuteronomy 30:15-20
- Living means carefully obeying.
- Obeying means constantly listening.
- Listening means confidently receiving.
September 1, 2013 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 15th Sunday of Pentecost
“Standing in the King’s Presence” Prov. 25:2-10
- Beware of presumption when in authority and in presence of authority, peers and God
- Trust in God to exalt the humble for he has humbled himself to save us.
August 25, 2013 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 14th Sunday of Pentecost
“Spiritual Mountaineering” Hebrews 12:4-29
- Discipline is designed to build us up.
- Difficulties can make us want to give up.
- Jesus is the one who lifts us up.
August 18, 2013 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 13th Sunday of Pentecost
“Listen for the Difference” Jeremiah 23:16–29
- False prophets offer a temporary pillow.
- The storm of the Lord produces change.
- God’s word works with true power.
August 11, 2013 (MP3 - not available) (PDF Text) - 12th Sunday of Pentecost
“God’s Word Gives Faith” Gen. 15:1-6
- Our efforts end in fear and frustration.
- God’s word gives faith & righteousness.
- God’s son gives us a heavenly inheritance.
August 4, 2013 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 11th Sunday of Pentecost
“Elevate Your Mindset” Colossians 3:1-11
- Don’t have minds set on earthly things.
- Have minds set above on life with God.
- Set minds on what Christ has done for us.
July 28, 2013 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Tenth Sunday of Pentecost
July 21, 2013 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Ninth Sunday of Pentecost
July 7, 2013 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Seventh Sunday of Pentecost
“Living Together in the Spirit” Galatians 6:1–10, 14–18
- A spirit of gentleness carefully restores.
- Spiritual sowing leads to generous reaping.
- Spirits with God’s grace are humbly renewed.
June 9, 2013 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Third Sunday of Pentecost
June 2, 2013 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Second Sunday of Pentecost
May 26, 2013 (MP3) (PDF Text) - First Sunday of Pentecost
May 19, 2013 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Day of Pentecost
May 12, 2013 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Seventh Sunday of Easter
May 5, 2013 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Sixth Sunday of Easter
April 28, 2013 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Fifth Sunday of Easter
April 21, 2013 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Fourth Sunday of Easter
April 14, 2013 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Third Sunday of Easter
“The Lamb in God’s Big Picture” Revelation 5:1-14
- God has a plan to renew all creation.
- Jesus is the lamb who dies to redeem us.
- We are made part of God’s great kingdom.
April 7, 2013 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Second Sunday of Easter
“Where is He Now?” Revelation 1:4-18
- The almighty is over us with glorious victory.
- The firstborn is for us with love and freedom.
- The witness is with us with light to shine.
March 31, 2013 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Easter Sunday
“The Lord of Life” 1 Cor. 15:19-26
- The Lord of life rules our lives.
- The Lord of life rescues, defeating death.
- The Lord of life raises us to new life.
March 29, 2013 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Good Friday
“The End of Sin in Death” Hebrews 4:14-16; 5:7-9
- Sin leads us to a dead end.
- Satan’s end goal for sin is our death.
- Jesus’ death brings an end to our sin.
March 24, 2013 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Palm Sunday
“How We Handle Evil” Luke 22:39 - 23:54
- We try to confront evil by attacking people.
- We try to escape by avoiding consequences.
- We must turn evil over to God to take away.
March 20, 2013 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Wednesday Lent Service
“Envy, Homosexuality and God’s Provision.” Mark 15:9-10
- Our desire for acceptance can lead to envy.
- Desire for acceptance can involve perversion of identity.
- God helps us accept the identity he gives us.
March 17, 2013 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Fifth Sunday of Lent
March 13, 2013 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Wednesday Lent Service
“Envy, Homosexuality and God’s Provision.” Mark 15:9-10
- Our desire for acceptance can lead to envy.
- Desire for acceptance can involve perversion of identity.
- God helps us accept the identity he gives us.
March 10, 2013 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Fourth Sunday of Lent
"Like the Father" Luke 15:1–3, 11–32
- Son and father alike: extravagantly spending.
- Two brothers alike: not believing in grace.
- Father and son to be alike: rich in blessings.
March 6, 2013 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Wednesday Lent Service
“Anger, Abortion and God’s Provision.” Matt. 26:51-53
- Our desire for control can lead to anger.
- Anger tries to excuse the destruction of life.
- God’s control protects and preserves.
March 3, 2013 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Third Sunday of Lent
“Learn by Example” 1 Cor. 10:1-13
- Realize the value of God’s free gifts.
- Remember the dangers of falling into sin.
- Rely on the faithfulness of God.
February 24, 2013 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Second Sunday of Lent
“The End of Life as We Know It” Philippians 3:17–4:1
- The end of earthly living is destruction.
- The end of our walk is God’s glory.
- The means to the end is Jesus.
February 20, 2013 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Wednesday Lent Service
“Anger, Abortion and God’s Provision.” Matt. 26:51-53
- Our desire for control can lead to anger.
- Anger tries to excuse the destruction of life.
- God’s control protects and preserves.
February 17, 2013 (MP3) (PDF Text) - First Sunday of Lent
“Get Jesus’ Greater Glory” Hebrews 3:1-6
- We have a heavenly calling as servants
- We have confident hope to boast in by faith.
- We are counted worthy because of Jesus.
February 13, 2013 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Ash Wednesday
“Greed, Gambling & God’s Grace” Matt. 26:14-15
- Our desire for hope can lead to greed
- Gambling hopes to gain by another’s
February 10, 2013 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Transfiguration Sunday
“Get Jesus’ Greater Glory” Hebrews 3:1-6
- We have a heavenly calling as servants
- We have confident hope to boast in by faith.
- We are counted worthy because of Jesus.
February 3, 2013 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Fourth Sunday of Epiphany
“Speak as God’s Child” Jeremiah 4:1-10, 17-19
- God’s children are consecrated for his purpose
- God’s children are involved in culture war.
- God’s children are given his renewing word.
January 27, 2013 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Third Sunday of Epiphany
“Fulfilled in Your Hearing” Luke 4:16-30
- Jesus proclaims words with powerful results.
- Everyone needs to hear God’s word.
- We need to hear both hard and gracious words
January 20, 2013 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Second Sunday of Epiphany
“A Miracle, Not Magic” John 2:1-11
- Wine in water jars: miraculous sign for faith.
- Life in the womb: miraculous sign for hope.
- New life in us: miraculous sign for love.
January 13, 2013 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Baptism of Our Lord
“Jesus Cleanses Contamination” Luke 3:15-22
- John shows we need separation from contamination of sin.
- Herod wants separation from condemnation of sin.
- Jesus removes separation from God by cleansing of sin.
January 6, 2013 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Epiphany Sunday
“The Mystery of Grace” Ephesians 3:1-12
- The mysterious message is a gospel of grace.
- The mysterious mission is the inclusion of all.
- The mysterious means is God’s working in us.
December 30, 2012 (MP3) (PDF Text) - First Sunday After Christmas
“Jesus is Worth Waiting For” Luke 2:22-40
- Mary waits for the completion of purification.
- Anna waits for the provision of redemption.
- Simeon waits for the revelation of consolation.
“World’s Oldest Baby” John 1:1-14
- Jesus is the eternal son of God, maker of all.
- Jesus is made the mortal son of a virgin.
- Jesus makes us dear children of God.
December 24, 2012 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Christmas Eve
“Good News for the Whole World” Luke 2:10-11
- God gives the poor and needy great joy.
- The Lord frees the prosperous from fear.
- Christ saves the wicked from sin.
December 19, 2012 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Midweek Advent Worship
“God Loves the Whole World” John 3:16-21
- God loves the whole world he created.
- The world loves the darkness of evil.
- Jesus saves the world from condemnation.
December 16, 2012 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Third Sunday in Advent
“God’s Gift is Joy” Zephaniah 3:14-20
- We rejoice in what is coming already.
- God rejoices over those with remorse.
- Others rejoice when we are renewed.
December 9, 2012 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Second Sunday in Advent
“God’s Gift is Work” Philippians 1:2-11
- God’s gift of grace calls for work.
- God gives us work to do for him.
- God’s work in us is a gift from him.
December 5, 2012 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Midweek Advent Worship
December 2, 2012 (MP3) (PDF Text) - First Sunday in Advent
God’s Gift is Righteousness” Jeremiah 33:14-16
- A coming branch will rescue and restore.
- A straight branch will do what is right.
- A growing branch will make us righteous.
Mark 13:24-37
November 18, 2012 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 25th Sunday After Pentecost
“Attitudes of Anxiety or Anticipation” Hebrews 10:11-15
- Think of self with consciences clear of sin.
- Think of God with confidence instead of fear.
- Think of others, considering how to do good.
November 11, 2012 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 24th Sunday After Pentecost
“God Gives What He Asks” 1 Kings 17:8-16
- God asks Elijah to make a bold request.
- God asks for firstfruits of what he gives.
- God asks for faith in the word He gives us.
October 28, 2012 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Reformation Sunday
“Lasting Change” Hebrews 7:23-28
- Change is needed because of human failure.
- The change needed is not new but original.
- We need the perfect change given by Christ.
October 14, 2012 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 20th Sunday After Pentecost
“Something Missing” Mark 10:17-22
- Something missing leads to a bad good question.
- Something missing leads to a bad good answer.
- One thing missing is answering a good invitation.
October 7, 2012 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 19th Sunday After Pentecost
“Salted for Service” Mark 9:38-50
- Salt serves to preserve and save.
- Salt serves to purify without sterilizing.
- Salt serves to perfect by Jesus’ suffering.
Hidden Attacks From Within” Jeremiah 11:18-20
- Jeremiah is with those who turn against him.
- We are with those who are against us.
- Jesus is with us to defeat evil for us.
September 16, 2012 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 16th Sunday After Pentecost
“Goodness Shows” James 2:1-0, 14-18
- Misjudging values ends in showing partiality.
- God’s grace shows in saving the poor.
- Living faith shows in loving works.
September 9, 2012 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 15th Sunday After Pentecost
“Our Children Need Jesus” Mark 9:14–29
- Our children need spiritual help.
- We continue to need strengthened faith.
- We look to Jesus himself for relief and life.
September 2, 2012 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 14th Sunday After Pentecost
August 26, 2012 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 13th Sunday After Pentecost
Topsy Turvey Religion” Isaiah 29:11-19
- God shakes things up when religion stagnates
- We don’t know what’s up if we think God doesn’t
- God turns things around for those who need it.
August 19, 2012 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 12th Sunday After Pentecost
Why We Belong to God” Joshua 24:1-2b, 14-18
- Our God is the one who has called us.
- Our only other options are false gods.
- Our God is the one takes care of us.
July 8, 2012 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Pentecost Sunday
“Surprise Response” 2 Corinthians 12:1-10
- Revelations produce glory to God, not pride.
- Suffering produces prayer, not self-pity.
- Weakness produces trust, not helplessness.
May 27, 2012 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Pentecost Sunday
No Hope? Know the Lord!” Ezekiel 37:1-14
- The Lord gives commands to dry bones.
- The Lord gives power by his word.
- The Lord gives life by his Spirit.
May 20, 2012 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Seventh Sunday of Easter
“God Still Makes Us One” Acts 1:12-26
- God makes his people to be one whole.
- Evil choice leaves a whole in God’s people.
- God makes us one of God’s whole people.
May 16, 2012 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Ascension Eve
“Don’t’ Just Stand There” Acts 1:1-11
- Don’t just stand there, watch.
- Don’t just stand there, witness
- Don’t just stand there, pray.
May 13, 2012 (MP3 not available) (PDF Text) - Sixth Sunday of Easter
“Reflect on God’s Love” John 15:9-17
- Jesus reflects the Father’s love to us.
- We reflect Jesus’ love in return.
- We reflect God’s love to others.
May 6, 2012 (MP3 not available) (PDF Text) - Fifth Sunday of Easter
“Abide in Jesus for Abundant Fruit” John 15:1-8
- Only by remaining in Jesus do we bear fruit.
- God keeps trimming so we bear more fruit.
- Jesus’ word continues giving us much fruit.
“Jesus Gives Power for New Life” Acts 4:1-12
- Jesus’ name moves us to go in response.
- Jesus’ name is used to do what is good.
- Jesus’ name alone has power to renew life.
April 22, 2012 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Third Sunday of Easter
“Sharing God’s Gifts Together” Acts 4:32-35
- The believers shared possessions as needed.
- The believers shared one heart and soul.
- The believers shared God’s power and grace.
“The Miracle of the Resurrection” Mark 16:1-8
- The resurrection is unexpectedly great.
- The resurrection comes with unseen power.
- The resurrection leads to an unfamiliar future
April 5, 2012 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Maundy Thursday
“The Miracle of Communion” 1 Corinthians 11:23-32
Jesus gives his body & blood with bread & wine.
Jesus gives us his body & blood today.
Jesus’ body & blood gives believers forgiveness.
April 1, 2012 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Palm Sunday
“Palms for the King” Jn. 12:13, Mk. 15:18-19, 27, Lk. 23:42
- Waving palms receive the king with honor.
- Striking palms receive the king with hostility.
- Reaching palms receive the king in humility.
March 25, 2012 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Fifth Sunday in Lent
“A Perfect Savior for Perfect Sinners” Hebrews 5:1-10
- Jesus, in compassion, prays for the suffering.
- Jesus’ self-sacrifice saves the disobedient.
- Jesus, called as a priest, calls us God’s sons.
March 11, 2012 (MP3 - not available) (PDF Text) - Third Sunday in Lent
“What We Really Need” John 2:13-25
- Worship depends on God’s gifts.
- Faith depends on God’s word.
- Life with God depends on his Son.
“Equipped for the Future” Romans 5:1-11
- Faith in God’s grace gives us hope of glory.
- Hope gives us character in suffering.
- Jesus’ suffering gives us a relationship with God.
February 25, 2012 (MP3) (PDF Text) - First Sunday in Lent
February 19, 2012 (MP3 - not available) (PDF Text) - Seventh Sunday After the Epiphany/Transfiguration Sunday
“How to See God’s Glory Exodus 34:29-35
- God’s glorious law scares away sinners.
- God’s glorious gospel returns us to God.
- God’s reflected glory needs renewing in us.
February 12, 2012 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Sixth Sunday After the Epiphany
“Share God, Not Idols” 1 Corinthians 10:19 - 11:1
- Use freely what comes from God.
- Use freedom to do what is good for others.
- Jesus keeps us free by his salvation.
“How to Know God” Isaiah 40:21-31
- God shows power as creator of the stars.
- God shows wisdom as ruler of grasshoppers.
- God shows grace as Lord who lifts eagles.
January 29, 2012 (MP3 - not available) (PDF Text) - Fourth Sunday After the Epiphany
“Who Speaks for God?” Deuteronomy 18:15-20
- God speaks to reluctant hearers.
- God speaks through people like us.
- God speaks as one of us in Jesus.
January 22, 2012 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Third Sunday After the Epiphany
“Jesus Makes Us Different” Mark 1:14-20
- Jesus comes to bad with a message of good.
- Jesus comes to us with a gracious choice.
- Jesus comes to make us to be like him.
January 15, 2012 (MP3 - not available) (PDF Text) - Second Sunday After the Epiphany
“Hear and Answer” 1 Samuel 3:1-20
- Respond with attention to God’s word.
- Respond with obedience to what God says.
- Respond by repeating to others.
- Respond with seeking God’s mercy.
“God Shows Up at Baptism” Mark 1:4-11
- John’s baptism shows that we are sinners.
- Jesus’ baptism shows he is God.
- Jesus’ baptism for us shows we are loved.
January 6, 2012 (MP3 - not available) (PDF Text) - Epiphany
January 1, 2012 (MP3) (PDF Text) - New Years Day
“God Starts Right Away” Luke 2:21
- Circumcision served to begin God’s covenant
- Jesus’ circumcision begins his service.
- God’s covenant begins our lives of service.
December 25, 2011 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Christmas Day
December 24, 2011 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Christmas Eve
"The Christ Child Changes Our Way of Life" Titus 2:11-14
- We may need to change our expectatons.
- God’s ways are different from the world’s.
- Jesus’ coming makes a change in our lives.
December 18, 2011 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Fourth Sunday in Advent
“God’s Mystery Gift: the Gospel” Romans 16:26-27
- God calls us to the obedience of faith.
- God gives us strength through the gospel.
- God gets the glory and we get the blessing.
December 11, 2011 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Third Sunday in Advent
“Bringing a Clear Message” John 1:6-8, 19-28
- We are commissioned to witness to the light.
- We must confess that we are not the focus.
- We can be clear about what Christ does.
December 7, 2011 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Midweek Advent Service
“The Christchild Changes Sin’s Ruin in the Kingdom” 2 Samuel 7:17, 11b-16
- David’s sinful seed ruins his family & kingdom.
- God gives a new child who renews the kingdom.
December 4, 2011 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Second Sunday in Advent
A New Beginning” Mark 1:1-8
- We are found out in the wilderness.
- We are led to total reliance on God.
- Jesus brings us back to God.
November 30, 2011 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Midweek Advent Service
“The Christ Child Changes the Devil’s Ruin in the Garden” Genesis 3:8-15
- The Devil’s deceptions drive us to despair.
- Christ’s love gives hope despite pain.
November 27, 2011 (MP3 - not available) (PDF Text) - First Sunday in Advent
God Gently Asks to Give us Gifts” Mark 11:1-10
- Jesus coming uses humble means, like us.
- Jesus’ coming calls a glad response from us.
- Jesus’ coming brings freeing blessings to us.
November 23, 2011 (MP3- not available) (PDF Text) - Thanksgiving Eve
“Stress Thanksgiving” Philippians 4:6-20
- Stress God’s Power.
- Stress God’s Blessings.
- Stress Opportunities.
November 20, 2011 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Last Sunday of the Church Year
“Doing Service for Jesus” Matthew 25:31-46
- Service is seen as a sign of faith.
- Jesus sees us as those who serve him.
- We see Jesus as the one who serves us.
November 6, 2011 (MP3) (PDF Text) - All Saints Sunday
“Dress Rehearsal for Heaven” Revelation 7:9-17
- Saints worship God, the source of blessings.
- Saints worship God when washed by Jesus.
- Saints worship where God puts his presence.
October 30, 2011 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Reformation Sunday
Proclaim the Eternal Gospel” Revelation 14:6-7
- God’s Gospel from heaven remains eternally.
- The Gospel is for everyone on earth.
- God’s messenger proclaims the gospel.
October 16, 2011 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 18th Sunday after Pentecost
Who’s Is This?” Matthew 22:15-22
- It is right to return respect to authority.
- It is right to return blessings to God.
- Being returned to God’s image makes us right.
October 9, 2011 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 17th Sunday after Pentecost
October 2, 2011 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 16th Sunday after Pentecost
“Living on the Edge” Philippians 3:4b-14
- Pushing the edge on our own is risky
- Being with Jesus gives an extreme makeover.
- We live pressing on to the edge of eternity
September 25, 2011 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 15th Sunday after Pentecost
“What Gives You the Right?” Matthew 21:23-32
- God gives Jesus the right to do what he does.
- God gives us the call to do what is right.
- God gives righteousness through repentance
September 18, 2011 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 14th Sunday after Pentecost
“Do a Double Take” Matthew 20:1-16
- God gives us all we need for daily life.
• God gives us all work to do in his kingdom.
• God gives us all extravagant grace.
September 11, 2011 (MP3 - not available) (PDF Text) - 13th Sunday after Pentecost
“Never Forget” Psalm 103:1-12
- Make known God’s ways to others.
- Watch for weakness in doing right.
- Watch how God saves through suffering.
September 4, 2011 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 12th Sunday after Pentecost
Doing All that is Due Romans 13:1-10
- Authorities are God’s tools for our good.
- We owe authorities obedience out of love.
- God himself provides all we need and owe.
August 28, 2011 (MP3 - not available) (PDF Text) - 11th Sunday after Pentecost
“God’s Servant Has a Tough Life” Jeremiah 15:15-21
- Knowing God’s word brings rejoicing.
- Following God’s word brings reproach.
- Relying on God’s word brings restoration.
August 7, 2011 (MP3 - not available) (PDF Text) - 8th Sunday after Pentecost
“Learning to Walk in Faith” Matthew 14:22-33
- Jesus pushes us to exercise faith in his will.
- Jesus calls to challenges of faith in his care.
- Jesus lifts us to saving faith in him as God.
July 31, 2011 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 7th Sunday after Pentecost
“What a Deal!” Isaiah 55:1-5
- Whoa! God promises us priceless gifts.
- Ufda! Why waste work on what is worthless?
- Wow! David’s descendant offers a great deal.
- Ahoy! This abundance is available to all.
July 17, 2011 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 6th Sunday after Pentecost
“Is It Worth It?” Matthew 13:44-52
- We find God’s treasure gives our lives worth.
- Jesus finds us worth his great sacrifice.
- We find salvation worth sharing with others.
July 10, 2011 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 5th Sunday after Pentecost
“Accept No Imitations” Isaiah 44:6-8
- Follow the King, not imitation lords.
- Rely on the Redeemer, not generic salvation.
- Look to a lasting Rock, not temporary future.
July 3, 2011 (MP3 - not available) (PDF Text) - 4th Sunday after Pentecost
“Live Not as Slaves but Sons” Romans 8:12-17
- Slavery to flesh leads to fear and death.
- The Spirit leads us to sonship with Christ.
- God’s children go through suffering to glory.
June 19, 2011 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 2nd Sunday after Pentecost
June 12, 2011 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Day of Pentecost
June 5, 2011 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Seventh Sunday of Easter
“When You Suffer…” 1 Peter 4:12-19; 5:6-11
- Rejoice that you share in what Christ does.
- Submit to God and resist the devil.
- God will strengthen and restore you.
May 29, 2011 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Sixth Sunday of Easter
“What Do You Have to Say For Yourself?” 1 Peter 3:13-22
- We answer suffering with hope and gentleness.
- We answer our conscience with trust in Jesus.
- Jesus answers for our sins with his work for us.
May 22, 2011 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Fifth Sunday of Easter
“God’s Building Plan” 1 Peter 2:2–10
- Babies thirst for growing up by God’s milk.
- People are built up for showing God’s might.
- We are lifted up by knowing God’s mercy.
May 15, 2011 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Fourth Sunday of Easter
“Where the Shepherd Leads” 1 Peter 2:19-25
- Jesus leads straying sheep to sanctification.
- Jesus sometimes leads us through suffering.
- Jesus, our substitute, leads to salvation.
May 8, 2011 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Third Sunday of Easter
“Fuel for Faith” Luke 24:13-35
- Heavy hearts need more than miracles.
- Slow hearts need the scriptures opened.
- Burning hearts see Jesus in fellowship.
May 1, 2011 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Second Sunday of Easter
“Peace Be With You” John 20:19-31
- Jesus presence brings peace to the fearful.
- Jesus’ word brings peace to the doubtful.
- Jesus’ servants bring peace to the sinful.
April 24, 2011 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Easter
“It’s All About Life” John 20:3-9
- We have ways of life that lead to death.
- Jesus’ way of death leads to life.
April 22, 2011 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Good Friday
It’s All About Death” Acts 2:22-24, 37-38
April 21, 2011 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Maundy Friday
April 17, 2011 (MP3) (PDF Text) - Palm Sunday
“This One Was with Jesus” Matthew 26:71
- Being with Jesus is risky.
- Being with Jesus is challenging.
- Being with Jesus is a blessing.
“Dying for Life” John 11:17-27, 38-53
- Jesus uses Lazarus’ death to bring new life.
- God uses Lazarus’ life to bring Jesus death.
- God uses Jesus’ death to bring us to life.
April 3, 2011 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 4th Sunday in Lent
“Living With Light” Ephesians 5:8-14
- Being full of darkness is unfruitful.
- Walking with light leads to goodness.
- The light of Christ gives us life.
March 27, 2011 (MP3 - not available ) (PDF Text) - 3rd Sunday in Lent
“Benefits of Faith” Romans 5:1-8
- We have peace and rejoice in God’s glory.
- We endure and benefit from suffering.
- We receive undeserved love from Christ.
March 20, 2011 (MP3 - not available ) (PDF Text) - 2nd Sunday in Lent
“Faith Counts” Romans 4:1-8, 13-17
- We want to count as good people.
- Faith counts as righteousness.
- All with faith count as God’s family.
“God’s Word Wins” Matthew 4:1-11
- Jesus trusts God’s word to provide.
- Jesus submits his will to God’s plans.
- Jesus suffers to fulfill God’s promise.
March 6, 2011 (MP3 ) (PDF Text) - Transfiguration Sunday
“It all Belongs to God” Psal. 24:, The earth is the Lord's and the fullness thereof, the world and those who dwell therein
- We aside a portion of our treasure for God's work.
- We think the rest belongs to us.
- ALL that we are and have is the Lord's.
February 20, 2011 (MP3 ) (PDF Text) - 7th Sunday After Epiphany
“Investing in Futures” 1 Corinthians 3:10-16
- God calls us to invest in building his temple.
- Investments bring risks and rewards.
- God guarantees the foundation of Christ.
Sermon Scripture Text: “God Gives Growth” 1 Corinthians 3:1-9
- God is a generous giver of all good.
- God gives us growth in joyful serving.
- We enjoy blessings as God gives growth.
February 6, 2011 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 5th Sunday After Epiphany
Sermon Scripture Text: Matthew 5:13
- You are precious preservative in the world
- You have power in appealing words & deeds
- You are purified by Jesus’ perfection
Sermon Scripture Text: Matthew 5:1–12
- We can have difficulties without despair
- We can do good without being greedy
- We can suffer and still be saved by Jesus
January 23, 2011 (MP3 - not available) (PDF Text) - 3rd Sunday After Epiphany
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January 16, 2011 (MP3) (PDF Text) - 2nd Sunday After Epiphany/Life Sunday
Sermon Scripture Text: 1 Corinthians 1:1–9
- God's will calls us to roles as his servants.
- God's grace calls us to be enriched saints.
- God's faithfulness calls us into relationship.
Pastor Vance Becker
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