The Transfigured Christ Changes Our Lives!
The Transfigured Christ Changes Our Lives!
The Transfiguration event on the church calendar was appropriately placed three days before Ash Wednesday, thus revealing that Christ would display His glory on earth just before He would begin the pain and suffering of His Lenten experience for our sins.
Likewise, may we today fully appreciate the miracle of the Transfiguration and all that it entails, including the miraculous appearance of Moses and Elijah, as we too begin to prepare our hearts for our Lenten journey with Christ, our Savior.
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- Feb 27, 2022The Transfigured Christ Changes Our Lives!The Transfigured Christ Changes Our Lives!The Transfigured Christ Changes Our Lives! The Transfiguration event on the church calendar was appropriately placed three days before Ash Wednesday, thus revealing that Christ would display His glory on earth just before He would begin the pain and suffering of His Lenten experience for our sins. Likewise, may we today fully appreciate the miracle of the Transfiguration and all that it entails, including the miraculous appearance of Moses and Elijah, as we too begin to prepare our hearts for our Lenten journey with Christ, our Savior.
- Feb 20, 2022Be a ConversationalistBe a Conversationalist
WHERE TO SHARE: Be a Conversationalist
When writing to the church at Corinth, Paul assumes that there will be unbelievers in their midst and so encourages them to consider them. Do we consider those who have doubts and questions when we are worshiping each weekend? - Feb 13, 2022Be an ExampleBe an ExampleWHERE TO SHARE: Be an Example
It is always difficult to share your faith with a family member who does not believe. As we seek to share God’s love with those who we love most, it is not just about our words, but about our lifestyles.
- Feb 6, 2022Be a HostBe a HostWHERE TO SHARE: Be a Host
Matthew, also known as Levi, worked as a tax collector. After Matthew is called by Jesus, he shares Jesus with his fellow tax collectors. How can we share our faith with the people we know – even those who may not be so well liked?
- Jan 30, 2022Be a ServantBe a ServantWHERE TO SHARE: Be a Servant
Loving our neighbors is a staple of biblical living. But all too often, instead of loving our neighbors, we avoid them or are simply too busy for them. How can we carve out intentional time to love those who live near us, even if they are not like us? Sermon text: Luke 10:25-28
- Jan 23, 2022Be a BlessingBe a BlessingWHERE TO SHARE: Be a BlessingWhen Abram is called by God to go to a place he does not know, he follows God’s prompting, and becomes a blessing to the whole world. God can often call us out of our comfort zones to share Him with people we do not know, but He does know – and love.
- Jan 16, 2022“It Begins with a Party”“It Begins with a Party”"It Begins with a Party" As we leave Christmas, we begin to see Jesus gathering his disciples and teaching them who he really is. His first miracle introduces his divine power by changing water into wine. This seemingly insignificant act has great implications for his ministry. Sermon text: John 2: 1-11
- Jan 9, 2022Passing Through the WatersPassing Through the Waters"Passing Through the Waters" The importance of Holy Baptism cannot be overstated for the Lutheran Church today. Yet for many individuals thinking about becoming Lutheran, baptism is a stumbling block. How can we put our faith in a rite, much less mere water? How can water do such things? As Luther himself said, it is not just water, but the word of God in and with the water does these things, along with the faith which trusts this word of God in the water. Today’s sermon will explore the wonderful gift of Holy Baptism for the Lutheran Church today!
- Jan 2, 2022Jesus’ Divine Work at a Young Age!Jesus’ Divine Work at a Young Age!“Jesus’ Divine Work at a Young Age!” (Luke 2:49) Our Gospel lesson for this morning follows an approximate 10-12 year period of silence in the Gospels regarding the life of Jesus. After the birth narrative and the eventual visit of the wise men, nothing more is heard about Christ’s life until the age of 12, detailed for us today in Luke 2. What happened during those intervening years? Only the Holy Spirit knows; but His godly wisdom in dictating the Bible is shown through His choice of divinely chosen revelations in Jesus’ life, all for our spiritual edification.
- Dec 26, 2021The Redeemer is HereThe Redeemer is HereThe Redeemer is Here
- Dec 24, 2021The Power That Stole ChristmasThe Power That Stole Christmas
The Power That Stole ChristmasIf you were to ask someone the night of Jesus’ birth who the most powerful person in the world was, they would have reflexively responded, “Caesar Augustus.” He is the one, after all, who with a decree can send a peasant couple scrambling from Nazareth to Bethlehem. But true power was lying in a manger. How often do we seek to control our own lives – and even the lives of others – while forgetting that true power is in Christ? - Dec 19, 2021The Grief That Stole ChristmasThe Grief That Stole ChristmasThe Grief That Stole Christmas
As joyful as the holiday season is supposed to be, for some, this time of year brings grief, especially if they have recently lost a loved one. Jesus too knows the pain of loss. He weeps with you in your loss. But He can also overcome your loss with His promise of everlasting life.
- Dec 12, 2021The Conflict That Stole ChristmasThe Conflict That Stole ChristmasThe Conflict That Stole Christmas
When families get together, conflict can abound. We can get frustrated with each other instead of celebrating with each other. James reminds us that, instead of fighting with others, we can trust in God to bring ultimate justice to all, even when we feel as though others have wronged us.
- Dec 5, 2021The Schedule That Stole ChristmasThe Schedule That Stole ChristmasThe Schedule That Stole Christmas
During the holidays, there are parties to attend and presents to buy and relatives to visit and too many things to do! The stress of the season can steal joy from the season. It is important that, rather than overscheduling ourselves, we take time for rest and, when we need it, be willing to ask for help.
- Nov 28, 2021The Materialism That Stole ChristmasThe Materialism That Stole ChristmasThe Materialism That Stole Christmas
It is easy to get so focused on the gifts of Christmas that we forget about the Gift of Christmas! Materialism is rampant not only during the holidays, but in our society, all year long. In Luke 12, Jesus tells a parable that reminds us that the earthly things we store up for ourselves are not nearly as important as the spiritual inheritance that is ours in Christ.
