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The Gospels show us a time when our Lord was filled with righteous anger, chasing the moneylenders from the temple. As Christians, we understand the dangers of anger, but there are times when righteous anger is appropriate. When are these times? Pastor Steve Herder of Ascension Lutheran Church in Thousand Oaks, California explores the questions and finds meaningful answers in this sermon, filled with memorable takeaways.

Reverend Dr. Timothy Delkeskamp, senior pastor of Ascension Lutheran Church in Thousand Oaks, California, talks about the Gospel of Mark, the eighth chapter, in which Peter tries to dissuade Jesus from the trials he faces ahead. But Christ rebukes him, saying, “Get behind me, Satan! For you are setting your mind not on divine things but on human things.” What can we learn from this tough message? Pastor Tim sheds light on the immortal words.

Jesus went into the wilderness to fast and pray in preparation for his mission. What does this mean to us today, and what can we learn from his practice? Reverend Dr. Paul Gravrock of Ascension Lutheran Church in Thousand Oaks, California gives insights in this inspiring sermon.

Be inspired by this sermon by Pastor Steve Herder on Transfiguration Sunday

It's Super Bowl Sunday -- and have we got a story for you. Listen to Pastor Tim Delkeskamp of Ascension Lutheran Church and learn about Simon Peter's Mother-in-Law and the meaning of her healing.

Reverend Dr. Tim Delkeskamp of Ascension Lutheran Church in Thousand Oaks, California with a sermon that will make you think and laugh and be uplifted, and think some more.

Be inspired by Pastor Ken Caudill's mighty sermon on the power of prayer to change.

Sometimes it takes risks...

Pastor Ron Glusenkamp serves as the Director of Always Being Made New: The Campaign for the ELCA, a five-year, $198 million comprehensive campaign that will establish a strong culture of stewardship that will position this church to bodly do God's work in Jesus' name throughout the world. Prepare to be uplifted and inspired -- and have a laugh or two -- as Pastor Ron talks about the great work being done and our great hope for the future.

On this All Saints Sunday, Reverend Dr. Paul Gravrock of Ascension Lutheran Church in Thousand Oaks, California, talks about saints of yesterday and saints here and now, all of us.

Leading up to the 500th anniversary of the beginning of the Reformation, Pastor Steve Herder of Ascension Lutheran Church in Thousand Oaks, California takes us back to the life and times -- and places -- of Martin Luther by way of a recent journey to Germany. 

Pastor Tim Delkeskamp of Ascension Lutheran Church in Thousand Oaks, CA, talks about Biblical wisdom for our world today, going back to Paul's beloved advice in Philippians and how it applies to us.  

Find out about God's Mercy, compassion and forgiveness. Pastor Steve Herder of Ascension Lutheran Church in Thousand Oaks, California, tells us that the Psalms were Jesus' prayer book and hymnal. Psalm 103 encompasses everyone and all of creation. It is a perfect psalm of praise.

By Ascension Pastor Paul Gravrock

by Ascension Senior Pastor Tim Delkeskamp

by Ascension Pastor Steve Herder

by Ascension Senior Pastor Tim Delkeskamp

Going out into the world as God's laborers isn't necessarily easy. We live in a broken world with values often different from our own. But God calls us to Serve Him in whatever we do. Listen as Reverend Dr. Paul Gravrock of Ascension Lutheran Church of Thousand Oaks, California, talks about fathers, vocations, and who really does know best.

Listen as Pastor Steve Herder of Ascension Lutheran Church in Thousand Oaks, California talks about creation -- a subject even more inspiring when you consider the science of it all. We reside on a planet with the exact amount of oxygen in our atmosphere to keep us alive and thriving. The moon is the exact distance from the earth and sun to create a sort of breathing involving our turning and tides -- any farther away, and it could spin off into space; any closer, it could crash into the earth. The world is full of magnificent wonders of God's hand. It is up to us to care for this life-giving gift.