Sermon

Joel 2:12-19 Mark 14:1–9 We begin the season of lent with a vivid picture of someone returning to the Lord with their whole heart.

Gospel Reading: Matthew 9:9-13

The Second Lesson: Mark 10.6-9

Gospel: John 3:1-21 God’s promises can be trusted. They are good and certain. Bruce preaches on the promise of life to us from our Lord.

Matthew 28:16-20 Bruce preaches on the promise of God's presence in our lives...which is not dependent on our feelings!

Gospel: Matthew 4:12-22

First Thessalonians 5:12-18 Last week we meditated on our mission as God’s people. Today Bruce shares an important message about the community Christ has created around this mission.

First Thessalonians 2:1-11 Bruce preaches on what it means to serve God by leading people to Christ…the primary mission of our congregation!

Gospel Lesson – Matthew 2:7-18 Theme – In this week’s sermon, we explore the coming of the Magi, as they follow a bright star on a dark night.

First Lesson – Psalm 98 Gospel Lesson – Luke 2:22-35 Theme – On this first weekend after Christmas, we continue our rejoicing. In this week’s sermon we explore the one event recorded in the Gospels that happens between the coming of the shepherds to the manger and the visit by the Magi. Mary and Joseph go to the Temple in Jerusalem with baby Jesus,and there they meet a man named Simeon.

Candlelight Service Gospel: Luke 2:1-14

Mark 13:28-37 Bruce preaches on our Lord’s teaching to “stay awake” as we await the coming of Christ. What does it mean to be alert as we look for the coming of the Savior?

John 1:1-13 In this message, Bruce preaches on the Light of Christ and what this means for us today.

TEXTS: Isaiah Micah 5:1-5a, Matthew 21:1-5 Faith is the gift that the anointed one, Jesus our rescuer brings. As he enters into the gates He comes with the gift of Faith that will rescue us once and for all.

Gospel: Matthew 18:10-14

Matthew 6:9-13 Bruce preaches on our daily bread and what it means for us as servants of God.

November 16-17, 2019 Sermon Title – Shema First Lesson – Deuteronomy 6:4-9 Second Lesson – James 1:22-24 Gospel Lesson – Mark 12:28-31 Theme – In this weekend’s sermon, we examine the words of Christ in Mark 12:28-31 for a deeper understanding of how we come to a greater knowledge of God, loving Him with all our being.

First Lesson – Romans 8:18-28 Gospel Lesson – John 16:33 Theme – In this sermon we go to scripture to straighten out some misconceptions concerning the “Will of God.” The truth on this topic brings comfort and strengthens faith.

First Lesson – Romans 3:19-28 Gospel Lesson – John 8:31-36 Theme – This week is an important one on the calendar. Reformation Day is on Thursday, and Friday is All Saint’s Day. In this week’s sermon we explore the we explore the historic events on these days and their meaning for our faith.

John 15:1-10 The world is different than the Kingdom of God. On earth, businesses and organizations are willing to accept losses. Jesus comes to save the lost…and spares no cost to find them. Bruce preaches on this powerful and important Bible reading in today’s message.