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Weekly sermons from Trinity Lutheran Church, Woodbridge, VA
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At Holy Spirit Lutheran Church, we believe we are called by the Holy Spirit to proclaim and embody the compassionate, challenging, and inclusive love of God revealed in Jesus Christ. Each week we explore the compassionate, challenging, and inclusive love of God in our sermons.
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Audio from Sunday Morning Worship Services at Grace Lutheran Church in Edmonds, WA.
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Saint Athanasius Lutheran Church in Vienna, Virginia is a parish in the one, holy, catholic and apostolic Church and a member of the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod. Worship at St. Athanasius is according to the history Liturgy of the Church. Services at St. Athanasius are not designed for entertainment or sensation, but to prepare broken repentant sinners to receive these gifts of Word and Sacrament, and to know the truth of the incomparable riches of the grace showered on us by our gracious ...
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Peace Lutheran Church is a church located in Aiken, South Carolina seeking to center the listener on Christ and Christ alone. He is real peace for real people.
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Three millennials sit down with Lutheran theologians to understand how Scripture is working in our lives. God, Jesus, the Holy Spirit, sin, faith, forgiveness, Luther, and more are on the table as Mason Van Essen, Kiri Haugen, and Adam Guthmiller discuss each week's upcoming lectionary Bible passage with Luther House of Study's theologians to hear the context in and around Scripture before it's preached in church.
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Welcome to the podcast of Our Savior Lutheran Church & School (WELS) in Grafton WI. OUR MISSION KNOW Jesus Christ as Savior; GROW in loving service to God and each other; GO into our community and the world with the good news of Christ’s forgiveness. OUR VISION Heaven is our home – because Jesus is our Savior. OUR PURPOSE ”To give glory, honor, praise, and worship to our Triune God—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit—in all that we say and do.” 1 Corinthians 10:10-31 All songs printed according CCL ...
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Lutheran Answers aims to take you on a profound exploration of the Christian Faith through the historical Lutheran lens. We delve into the historical Gospel of the early church, rooted in Lutheran Confessions and the Holy Ghost's power to save. Our podcast invites inquisitive minds and seeking souls to discover the timeless theological truths that bridge the gap between the past and the present. Join us for thought-provoking discussions, captivating theology, and heartfelt, Spirit-led insigh ...
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Pastor Will Rose delivers the homily at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Chapel Hill, NC. Just like the Bible, these messages were made for a particular people at a particular time, but we hope you can find solace and truth in these timeless messages.
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Welcome to The Good News From The Gardens Podcast. I am Pastor Steve Winsor, of Nativity Lutheran Church and School in Palm Beach Gardens Florida. Each week I will be sharing a message grounded in faith, hope and love of God from our Sunday worship service right here via this podcast. I hope you consider subscribing and sharing this message with others.
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Disciples living the story of Jesus.
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We believe the American church needs reformation. To go forward we must go back. This podcast will explore the theology and practices of the early church and other eras of discipleship multiplication and apply those learnings to our post-Christian/secular American culture. American Reformation is a podcast of the Unite Leadership Collective. Follow us at uniteleadership.org. We consult, bring together cohorts of congregations for peer to peer learning, and certify leaders for work in the chu ...
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The Lutheran Witness provides readings of all the articles posted on LW website, witness.lcms.org. The Lutheran Witness is an official periodical of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (Visit lcms.org to learn more). Subscribe to the print edition of LW at cph.org/witness. For additional stories and articles that help you interpret the world from a Lutheran perspective, visit the LW website.
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This site features podcasts of sermons and Bible studies from Pastor Lewis Polzin of St. Peter–Immanuel Lutheran Church in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, a congregation of the Lutheran Church–Missouri Synod. Please feel free to leave any comments or critiques on the blog.
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Pastor Mike has led his very popular Bible study class for many years. His class is an overview of scripture, from Genesis through Revelation. Along the way he looks at the Bible's original authors and the cultures in which they lived; he examines the communities for whom the scriptures were written, and asks questions about the Bible's meaning for today. People who have taken the class report that they had never heard some of the ideas he presents, and that it opened the Bible in a new and ...
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Christ Crucified podcasts are the recordings of the Divine Service at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Walnut Illinois. It is here where He calls and gathers His precious flock to hear His Word and receive His saving Sacraments. It is through these sacred means that our gracious Lord kindles and strengthens faith in the hearts of sinful men thereby bestowing everlasting life. May your heart and mind be opened by His Holy Spirit that you might joyfully receive His gifts of forgiveness, life, a ...
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We are a group of people committed to being students of Jesus. Our goal is to be with Him, study His life and teaching, emulate his compassion, and invite the kingdom of God in our lives through the empowerment of the Holy Spirit. Join us on Sundays at 9am at Christ the King Lutheran Church in Tigard: 11305 SW Bull Mountain Road, Tigard OR 97224.
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WHAT LUTHERANS BELIEVE The Christian church is made up of those who have been baptized and thus have received Christ as the Son of God and Savior of the world. Sometimes it is referred to as "the Body of Christ." Lutherans believe that they are a part of a community of faith that began with the gift of the Holy Spirit, God's presence with his people, on the day of Pentecost. The church, regardless of the external form it takes, is the fellowship of those who have been restored to God by Chri ...
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Pastor Gina preaches this Sunday. Join us for worship during our Summer Worship Times at 9:00 & 10:30 am and live-streaming at 9:00 am.By Podcast by HSLC
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A plumb line measures whether things are vertical, straight, or up to snuff. Amos sees a plumb line measuring the nation of Israel and Israel is not plumb. They have tilted away from the ways of God, justice, and care for those in need. God will not let this stand forever. Either what is out of plumb must be straightened or it will fall. Christ is …
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Why Do You Preach Before Eating? | Mark 6:30-34,53-56 with Dr. Chris Croghan
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In this week’s lectionary text, Jesus and His apostles attempt to get away from the crowds by heading to a deserted place by boat. The only issue? The people are so desperate to hear a Word from Jesus, they beat them to the other side of the sea on foot! Dr. Chris Croghan teaches Kiri, Max, and me what it means that, “God’s Word is for you.” What d…
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Offertory, “Children of the Heavenly Father” Speaker: Tim Johnson, “Demonstrate Courageous Faith” Sermon Text: Mark 6:14-29 8 Pentecost_7-14-24_Mark 6.14-29_Demonstrate Courageous FaithBy Grace LBC
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Date: Seventh Sunday after Trinity Text: Mark 8:1-9
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Mark 6:1-13 Back in his hometown, Jesus runs into disbelief and opposition surrounding his knowledge and healing powers. Right on the heels of this experience, He sends his disciples into villages two by two to do what he just had difficulty doing. His instructions, “take nothing for your journey except a staff; no bread, no bag, no money in their …
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Preaching as Poetry with Rev. Steve Zank
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Discover how to navigate the delicate balance between legalism and flexibility in worship practices with Reverend Steve Zank, Director of the Center for Worship Leadership at Concordia University, Irvine. Steve shares his profound insights on maintaining theological fidelity while being pastorally attentive. We discuss the critical need for context…
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In a world where we ridicule “losers,” demean failure, and look for the strong and successful, it is hard to remember that God specializes in weakness. Paul prays that a “thorn in his flesh” be taken from him because it makes him weak. God says, “My grace is sufficient for you. Power is made perfect in weakness.” God makes strong when we are weak. …
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A Crooked, Crooked Story | Mark 6:14-29 with Lars Olson
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In a lectionary text that’s extremely difficult to understand (let alone preach), Lars Olson guides us through the historical nuances of the story of King Herod, John the Baptist, and Herodias, and the many, many ditches this text puts in front of the hearer. You’ll even hear Kiri, Max, and Mason fall into one of those ditches in the middle of this…
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Date: Sixth Sunday after Trinity Text: Matthew 5:20-26
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Offertory, “Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing” Speaker: Tim Johnson, “Proclaim the Kingdom with Faith” Sermon Text: Mark 6:1-13 7 Pentecost_7-7-24_Mark 6.1-13_Proclaim the Gospel with FaithBy Grace LBC
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Pastor Gina preaches on this Sunday. Join us for worship every week. Our Summer Worship Times are 9:00 & 10:30 am every Sunday through Labor Day with the 9:00 am service live-streamed on our website.By Podcast by HSLC
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July 7th 2024 Seventh Sunday after Pentecost Sermon
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Mark 6:1-6 Preacher: Pastor Jonathan FischerBy Our Savior Lutheran Church & School, Grafton WI
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It was supposed to be a day, it should have been a day, that left everyone feeling good. The whole town coming out, to see Jesus and listen to Him preach. But Jesus didn't say what they expected Him to say. So what did Jesus say? What did He say that was so offensive? We're not told here, in the reading we heard today, but Mark tells us earlier wha…
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"It's Not You... It's HIM" A SERMON BASED ON Ezekiel 2:1-7 When a couple breaks up because one party is dissatisfied with the relationship, you might hear him or her say to their partner, “It’t not you, it’s me.” The person is taking responsibility for what is objectionable in the relationship. God tells us that when we face rejection for the gospe…
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Mark 5:21-43 That Healing Touch In this message we hear two intermingled stories of Jesus healing. A desperate father asks Jesus to heal his actively dying daughter. While enroute to said child, a woman who has bled for 12 years reaches to touch Jesus cloak and is instantaneously healed. Jesus takes the time to hear her story. Meanwhile, tending to…
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Mark’s Gospel moves swiftly, yet pauses with purpose to show us profound moments of healing and faith. Today we encounter a desperate father pleading for his dying daughter, and a woman, shunned by society for twelve long years, reaching out for a miracle. Lamentations 3:22-33 | 2 Corinthians 8:7-15 | Mark 5:21-43…
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Scandalized & Offended | Mark 6:1-13 with Sarah Stenson
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This week’s lectionary text centers on the people in Jesus’ hometown saying, “Where did this man get all this? What is this wisdom that has been given to him?...Is not this the carpenter, the son of Mary?’...And they took offense at him.” Sarah Stenson explains why these people were astounded at Jesus, and how people are offended by Jesus’ message …
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Offertory, “Thee Will I Love, My Strength, My Tower” Speaker: Fred Van Gorkum, “Can You Feed 5000?” Sermon Text: John 6:1-15By Grace LBC
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Pastor Katy preaches on this Sunday. Join us next week during our Summer Worship Times. In July and August we'll worship at 9:00 & 10:30 am, with childcare at both services and live-streaming at the 9:00 am services.By Podcast by HSLC
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June 30th 2024 Sixth Sunday of Pentecost Sermon
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Mark 5:21-24a, 35-43 Don't Be Afraid = Only Believe Preacher: Pastor Jeff SamelsonBy Our Savior Lutheran Church & School, Grafton WI
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Date: Fifth Sunday after Trinity Text: Luke 5:1–11
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Only Sleeping A SERMON BASED ON Mark 5:21-24,35-43 In the account of Jesus dealing with a grief stricken father and raising his daughter from the dead, Jesus’ attitude astounds us. In the face of mourning and tragedy, Jesus shows calm, cool confidence. Why? He knows who holds all of the cards. This attitude is an attitude of faith. It’s an attitude…
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Why I Can't Explain the Mystery of the Holy Trinity in 14 Minutes
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This is the homily that Pastor Will Rose delivered at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Chapel Hill, NC, for Trinity Sunday in 2024. Pastor Will discusses the challenges in explaining the Holy Trinity, and the power of just reaching out to God without having to understand the full mystery of who God is. . What is the difference between Trinity Sunday…
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This was the homily that Pastor Will Rose delivered on Pentecost Sunday in 2024. This week our reading is from John 15:26 - 16:15. Pastor Will discusses the Holy Spirit and His role in making God known to us and being there with us. . What is the biblical meaning of Pentecost? Why is the Pentecost important to Christians? What is the Holy Spirit in…
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In this world full of suffering and pain, we often ask God, “Why?” Some even assert that if there is suffering in the world it is proof that God does not exist unless a compelling answer can be given. What if “Why” is the wrong question? The message of the Book of Job offers no answer to Job’s asking God why. Instead, God is present to Job. When we…
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Healing vs Hearing | Mark 5:21-43 with Sarah Stenson & Lars Olson
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In this week’s lectionary text, we hear two examples of truly desperate people: a leader of the synagogue with a dying daughter and a hemorrhaging woman. They’ve tried everything under their power. At their wits’ end, they reach out to Jesus. Sarah Stenson and Lars Olson teach us that it’s not about reaching out to God earlier. It’s demonstrating t…
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Pastor Katy preaches this Sunday as we gather for worship. Join us next week at 8:00, 9:30, and 11:00 am and live-streaming on our website at 9:30 am. Starting July 7th, we will begin our Summer Worship hours at 9:00 & 10:30 am and live-streaming at 9:00. See you there!By Podcast by HSLC
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Offertory, “He Hideth My Soul” Speaker: Tim Johnson, “Face Storms with Faith” Sermon Text: Mark 4:35-41 5 Pentecost_6-23-24_Mark 4.35-41_Face Storms with FaithBy Grace LBC
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Date: Fourth Sunday after Trinity Text: Luke 6:36–42
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June 23rd 2024 Fifth Sunday after Pentecost Sermon
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Preacher: Isaiah DuffBy Our Savior Lutheran Church & School, Grafton WI
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There are three questions asked in the Holy Gospel we heard today. Teacher, do you not care that we are perishing? Why are you so afraid? Have you still no faith? And, who then is this, that even wind and sea obey him? The disciples were still learning. They had seen Jesus do wonderful, marvelous things, but nothing like this. This was nature. Unco…
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In the Back of Your Boat A SERMON BASED ON Mark 5:35-41 Did he even care? This was the question on the minds of the disciples as they scurried around the boat trying to make sure that it wouldn’t sink. They were doing their part, but by all accounts, Jesus wasn’t doing his. But this was not even remotely true! Even if Jesus didn’t frantically sprin…
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Trinity of Woodbridge Sermon, 6-16-2024: Hope in Heaven is Growth in the World
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The Sermon for Sunday, June 16th, 2024, is based on Colossians 1:3-8 Sermon Given By: Paul Jenkins Today’s Focus: God plants his Church and grows it to fullness. Our worship follows Service of Word and Sacrament. Trinity Lutheran Church is located in Woodbridge, VA, USA and is a member of the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod (WELS). If you woul…
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Shifting the Titanic: Joyful Church Revitalization with Pastor Jeremy Jacoby
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Ever wondered how a seasoned pastor reinvigorates hope in struggling churches? Join us on the American Reformation podcast as we welcome Pastor Jeremy Jacoby, a trailblazer in church planting and revitalization. Pastor Jeremy opens up about his transformative journey from founding new congregations to breathing new life into established churches th…
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061624 | God's Mustard Cutting Kingdom Mysteries
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Mark 4:26-34 Through two similar parables in this week’s Gospel we hear Jesus describe how the kingdom of God works. The kingdom God, the proliferation of what is good and righteous comes to be through any and all possible means. And though it may seem will-nilly, and unordered, consider the process of seed to harvest. Or consider the unassuming mu…
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When confronted with the troubles of the world or the decline of our personal life we can long for something new, something that fixes things, solves our problems. We tend to look for the quick fix, the silver bullet, the latest and greatest advice. Scripture tells us that the reign of God doesn’t work that way. Mustard seeds, growing seed, sprigs …
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The Wind and Sea Obey | Mark 4:35-41 with Dr. Chris Croghan
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Caught in a windstorm with the waves from the Sea of Galilee swamping the boat, the disciples are terrified for their lives as Jesus sleeps soundly in the stern. Dr. Chris Croghan teaches Kiri, Max, and Mason: How Jesus is so calm in a life threatening situation Why the English translation of Jesus’ response to the sea doesn’t cut it And how preach…
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Offertory, “Coming Home” Speaker: Tim Johnson, “Plant Seeds in Faith” Sermon Text: Mark 4:26-34 4 Pentecost_6-16-24_Mark 4.26-34_Plant Seeds by FaithBy Grace LBC
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What Do You Want to Be When You Grow Up? -- Pastor Gina
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Pastor Gina preaches this Sunday as we worship together. You are invited to join us for worship every week at 8:00, 9:30, and 11:00 am with live-streaming at 9:30 am.During the months of July and August we will meet at 9:00 & 10:30 with live-streaming at 9:00 and childcare at both services.By Podcast by HSLC
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June 16th 2024 Fourth Sunday after Pentecost Sermon
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Mark 4:26-34 Trust God's Timing 1. For His Word to work 2. For reality to be realized Preacher: Pastor Jonathan FischerBy Our Savior Lutheran Church & School, Grafton WI
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Date: Third Sunday after Trinity Text: Luke 15:1-10
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The kingdom of God is unpredictable. From our perspective, anyway. Because that means I'm not in control. That's what Jesus is teaching in the parables we heard today. Sometimes you are surprised. Sometimes what you get is unexpected, and so unpredictable. The alternative, then, is to live by faith, not sight. But to live by faith is to admit and a…
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Kingdom Work for Dummies A SERMON BASED ON Mark 4:26-34 Do we make it more complicated than it is? Spreading the Kingdom of God can seem like such daunting work. But do we overthink it. God says, “preach the gospel.” We have to do more than that, right? In his 2 parables that Jesus shares with us today, he tells us not to overthink it. Go forth wit…
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June 9th 2024 Third Sunday after Pentecost Sermon
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Preacher: Pastor Jonathan FischerBy Our Savior Lutheran Church & School, Grafton WI
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In this message we join Jesus in the midst of an identity crisis. That is, those around him are not recognizing his power, even calling him Satan! His family are attempting to silence him. Jesus denounces those who stand against him and recognizes those who stand with him as being his true kin. Life is rife with contention about what is of good and…
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Cross-Cultural Ministry and Adaptive Leadership with Walker Nery: Embracing Diversity and Overcoming Adversity
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What happens when you blend adaptive leadership with intercultural ministry? In our latest episode, we sit down with Vicar Nery to uncover the secrets to thriving in diverse cultural landscapes without losing theological integrity. Drawing from the wisdom of the Apostle Paul and Walker’s rich experiences in Brazil, we explore humility, the value of…
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Offertory, “What a Friend We Have in Jesus” Speaker: Tim Johnson, “Do the Will of God by faith” Sermon Text: Mark 3:20-35 3 Pentecost_6-9-24_Mark 3.20-35_Do the Will of God by FaithBy Grace LBC
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I grew up in a church that had an enormous sanctuary. It was filled with stained-glass windows. There was plenty of real estate for depictions of stories from the Bible. Not one inch was dedicated to depicting Jesus as a thief. In the Gospel today, Jesus tells a story about binding a strong man and plundering the house. Is Jesus the strongman or th…
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God Hides Our Good Works | Mark 4:26-34 with Sarah Stenson
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What comes to your mind when you think of the kingdom of God? A place? A thing? A membership? In this episode of Scripture First, Sarah Stenson explains how the kingdom of God is faith in Christ. This is crucial to not only understanding the parable of the growing seed and mustard seed in this week’s text, but to understanding that all parables are…
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