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John 10:1-16 - The Life-Giving Shepherd

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Luke 20:1-8 - Who's Really in Charge?

Luke 19:28-40 - Honoring the Holy One with What You Have

As Jesus arrived in Jerusalem on the first Palm Sunday, throngs of people sought to honor Him. Their example encourages us to do the same. Listen in for examples on how you can honor Him in an age of Coronavirus pandemic.

Luke 18:31-43 - Born and Bound to Be Bothered for Blind Beggars

As the 18th chapter of Luke winds down, we find Jesus on His way to Jerusalem, where He will carry out the long-awaited rescue that God had promised since the fall of mankind. No work could be more important than what He was bound to do. Still, Jesus was willing to be bothered along the way by a blind beggar, as He stopped in His tracks and healed the man who came to Him by faith. Tune into this message to hear how we're all ultimately blind beggars in need of mercy, and yet Jesus still has m...

Luke 18:18-30 - The Missing Ingredient

When a rich, young ruler comes to Jesus in search of a way to inherit eternal life, he seems like the ideal prospect - a very "good" guy on many accounts. But the words of the Great Physician diagnose a severe problem with his heart - good people aren't good enough for a perfect God. "Good" people, like all people, have a missing ingredient in their lives. They need God's grace to make the difference. So Jesus challenges the man to give up the idols which hold his heart behind the veneer of o...

Luke 18:9-17 - Measuring With The Wrong Ruler

When we measure with the wrong ruler, we come out with the wrong results. In today's passage, we see Jesus teaching that's true in the spiritual realm as well. Through a short parable and a real-world encounter that Jesus' disciples face, we learn how dangerous it can be to measure our righteousness and the Lord's value for other individuals by using the wrong rulers.

Luke 17:20-37 - How to Miss the Kingdom of God

When the Pharisees ask Jesus about the timing of the coming kingdom, He redirects their attention to the spiritual kingdom, which is already in their midst, led by Himself as the true king. He also gives several warnings that teach us how we can ensure we are not led astray such that we miss His future, physical Kingdom as He returns to the earth. Listen in to learn about the nature of these two kingdoms and how we can keep our eyes peeled so that we don't lose hope.

Luke 17:11-19 - Where are the others?

When 10 leppers came to Christ with a cry for mercy, He sent them to the priests. Along the way they were healed. Yet only one of them returned to give glory to God as he fell at the feet of Jesus in worship, leaving the Master to ask "where are the other 9?" Likewise, we see a much higher number of individuals who claim to know Christ than what we actually see returning to praise Him. Listen in to hear why these others may be missing out on the best of what Jesus has to offer.

Luke 17:1-10 - Shifting Disciples out of Selfie Mode

As He ministered among a crowd including many individuals who were only focused on themselves, Jesus compelled His disciples to live out duties of discipleship which would shift them out of selfie mode. Are you struggling with broken relationships or content to steer clear of some who have upset you in the past? You may be living in selfie mode. Listen in to hear challenges from Jesus on refusing to be a stumbling block, rebuking fellow sinners, and forgiving fellow sinners.

Luke 16:19-31 - Heralds of the Hopes of Heaven and the Horrors of Hell

In the parable of Lazarus and the rich man, 3 hearlds give testimony to the urgently important decision we each must make regarding our eternities, which Jesus make clear will be spent either in heaven or hell. Listen in to the warnings of these hearlds, which compel those of us who know Christ to become heralds ourselves in carrying the good news that makes all the difference.

Joshua 24: 14-18 - A New Day, A New Choice

As Joshua gave his final address to the nation that God had allowed him to lead into the Promised Land, he urged them to make a singular choice: serve the Lord. As Pastor Jeremy shows us in this week's sermon, that's a decision that all of us would be wise to consider afresh and anew as a new decade has begun. Listen in to this special Covenant Sunday message in which our members are encouraged to renew their membership covenant, and everyone is encouraged to take the next step in his or her ...

Luke 16:14-18 - Hero Status or Hero Service

When Jesus' teaching on money greets the scoffing of the Pharisees, He confronts them for their pursuits of self-justification and high esteemed among men. These Pharisees wanted to be the heroesoes - of their own salvation and in the eyes of the people. But Jesus shows them and us that it's not our place to be the heroes. He has come as the Hero to bring the rescue we need and the Lord we ought to serve. As a new decade arrives with 2020 and resolutions are made for the new year, each of us...

Isaiah 9:1-7 - The Dawn of the Defeat of Darkness

God, through Isaiah, gave a promise long ago of a coming Child who would bring light to people living in spiritual darkness. Christmas is the celebration of that Child's arrival in the person of Jesus Christ - and His coming is good news for those then and now who struggle with the darkness in the forms of ignorance, iniquity, and insecurity.

"A Song of God's Gift at Christmas"- Luke 1:67-80

Do you ever get the idea that the best celebrations of Christmas are enjoyed by kids? Or perhaps even that celebrating Christmas is no longer for you? Listen in to Zacharias' song in Luke 1:67-80 to discover why God's Gift, which we celebrate at Christmas, is worthy of a song and worthy of great celebration from those who are young and old alike!

Luke 1:67-80 - A Song of God's Gift at Christmas

Do you ever get the idea that the best celebrations of Christmas are enjoyed by kids? Or perhaps even that celebrating Christmas is no longer for you? Listen in to Zacharias' song in Luke 1:67-80 to discover why God's Gift, which we celebrate at Christmas, is worthy of a song and worthy of great celebration from those who are young and old alike!

The Mercy That Makes Us Merry: The Birth of John The Baptist

As Zacharias and Elizabeth awaited the birth of their first child in their advanced years, there's much they could've been miserable about leading up to the first Christmas. Late-stage pregnancy pains and a lingering curse of muteness for unbelief could have easily been the focus of their attention and the loss of their joy. But they found merriness in the mercy of God - a mercy which is available for all of us as we, too, prepare to celebrate Christmas. Listen in to hear how you might cling ...

Luke 1:57-66 - The Mercy That Makes Us Merry

As Zacharias and Elizabeth awaited the birth of their first child in their advanced years, there's much they could've been miserable about leading up to the first Christmas. Late-stage pregnancy pains and a lingering curse of muteness for unbelief could have easily been the focus of their attention and the loss of their joy. But they found merriness in the mercy of God - a mercy which is available for all of us as we, too, prepare to celebrate Christmas. Listen in to hear how you might cling ...

"Good Lessons From Bad Management"- The Parable of the Shrewed Steward

What can you learn from a crook of a manager who steals from his employer to prepare for his own future? While that may sound like a bad source to learn lessons in godliness from, Jesus presents that sort of character to teach His disciples about God-honoring stewardship. Listen in for instruction on how all of Jesus' disciples -past and present- likewise serve as managers who must give an account of how we handle our earthly wealth. Take heart: in this brief testing ground of life, our weal...

Luke 16:1-13 - Good Lessons From Bad Management

What can you learn from a crook of a manager who steals from his employer to prepare for his own future? While that may sound like a bad source to learn lessons in godliness from, Jesus presents that sort of character to teach His disciples about God-honoring stewardship. Listen in for instruction on how all of Jesus' disciples -past and present- likewise serve as managers who must give an account of how we handle our earthly wealth. Take heart: in this brief testing ground of life, our weal...

Luke 15:25-32 - The Empty Chair At The Thanksgiving Celebration

In the Parable of the Prodigal Son, the older son leaves his seat at the Thanksgiving celebration empty after his prodigal brother has come home. Here, we find some rich lessons on why we ought to give thanks to God in all things. Is your life short on the act of giving thanks, in essence, leaving your own chair at the thanksgiving celebration empty? Tune in to hear some rich lessons from God's word on how this parable might be aimed at you.

"The Empty Chair At The Thanksgiving Celebration" The Parable of the Lost Son- Part 3

In the Parable of the Prodigal Son, the older son leaves his seat at the Thanksgiving celebration empty after his prodigal brother has come home. Here, we find some rich lessons on why we ought to give thanks to God in all things. Is your life short on the act of giving thanks, in essence, leaving your own chair at the thanksgiving celebration empty? Tune in to hear some rich lessons from God's word on how this parable might be aimed at you.

"Searching for a Reason to Celebrate" Luke 15:11-24

The Prable of the Lost Son- Part 2: When we look to the father of the prodigal son in Luke 15's famous parable, we encounter a father who is searching for a reason to celebrate. And when he sees his lost son coming home, the celebration begins. Listen in this message to catch a glimpse of God the Father's heart for the lost and the church's calling to join in the search for a reason to celebrate when one lost sinner repents.

Luke 15:11-24 - Searching for a Reason to Celebrate

The Prable of the Lost Son- Part 2: When we look to the father of the prodigal son in Luke 15's famous parable, we encounter a father who is searching for a reason to celebrate. And when he sees his lost son coming home, the celebration begins. Listen in this message to catch a glimpse of God the Father's heart for the lost and the church's calling to join in the search for a reason to celebrate when one lost sinner repents.

"You're Not Yet Too Far Gone"- Luke 15:11-24

When Jesus told the beloved Parable of the Prodigal Son, he spoke not only to the notorious sinners and self-righteous religious leaders who were gathered around Him; He laid out a story in which we can all find ourselves if we look closely enough. The message that rings clear for all is that you're not yet too far gone. If you are still living, there is still time to come to your senses in repentance and go beyond your senses to find God's wonderful grace and mercy.

Luke 15:11-24 - You're Not Yet Too Far Gone

When Jesus told the beloved Parable of the Prodigal Son, he spoke not only to the notorious sinners and self-righteous religious leaders who were gathered around Him; He laid out a story in which we can all find ourselves if we look closely enough. The message that rings clear for all is that you're not yet too far gone. If you are still living, there is still time to come to your senses in repentance and go beyond your senses to find God's wonderful grace and mercy.

"The Worth of Just One"- Luke 15:8-10

What is the value of just one lost soul to Almighty God? While we may assume He is completely satisfied with the multitudes who have already found their hope in Him, in the Parable of the Lost Coin Jesus shows us that God actively searches for and rejoices upon finding just one sinner who has fallen from grace. Listen in and catch a glimpse of the worth of just one who is lost.

Luke 15:8-10 - The Worth of Just One

What is the value of just one lost soul to Almighty God? While we may assume He is completely satisfied with the multitudes who have already found their hope in Him, in the Parable of the Lost Coin Jesus shows us that God actively searches for and rejoices upon finding just one sinner who has fallen from grace. Listen in and catch a glimpse of the worth of just one who is lost.

Luke 15:1-8 - The Hope of the Ninety-Nine

When Jesus fills his fellow Jews in as to why He welcomes tax collectors and sinners to come near and listen to Him, He begins with a parable of a shepherd of 100 sheep who leaves 99 of them behind to go after one that has gone astray. Though that sounds like a risky endeavor, Pastor Jeremy explains that the hope of the 99 lies in the fact that the shepherd goes after the one that has gone astray. Likewise, the hope and the joy of the church is that her Savior goes after the one that has gone...

"The Hope of the Ninety-Nine: The Parable of the Lost Sheep"- Luke 15:1-8

When Jesus fills his fellow Jews in as to why He welcomes tax collectors and sinners to come near and listen to Him, He begins with a parable of a shepherd of 100 sheep who leaves 99 of them behind to go after one that has gone astray. Though that sounds like a risky endeavor, Pastor Jeremy explains that the hope of the 99 lies in the fact that the shepherd goes after the one that has gone astray. Likewise, the hope and the joy of the church is that her Savior goes after the one that has gone...

Luke 14:25-35- "Free Grace, Costly Discipleship- Part 2"

When Jesus issued the costly call to discipleship, He did so by compelling individuals who were already "going along with Him" to "come after Me" with the costly discipleship that yielded all other concerns-family, fanfare, freedom, and finances- into His control. Anything less than coming after Jesus is obviously not true discipleship, which means that this challenge is one that every person who desires to be or claims to be a Christan must take to heart. Jesus, through a few small parables...

Luke 14:25-35 - Free Grace, Costly Discipleship - Part 2

When Jesus issued the costly call to discipleship, He did so by compelling individuals who were already "going along with Him" to "come after Me" with the costly discipleship that yielded all other concerns-family, fanfare, freedom, and finances- into His control. Anything less than coming after Jesus is obviously not true discipleship, which means that this challenge is one that every person who desires to be or claims to be a Christan must take to heart. Jesus, through a few small parables...

"Free Grace, Costly Discipleship-Part 1"- Luke 14:25-35

With so many self-proclaimed "Christians" in our present world who give no real evidence of a daily, whole-hearted pursuit of Christ, individuals have apparently gotten the impression that following Jesus is a simple, uncostly thing to do. But, Jesus never taught that discipleship is uncostly. Nor does He hide the costs in the fine print. On the contrary, Jesus compels those who want to come after Him to take up a daily life of costly discipleship. And He teaches that anything less than costl...

Luke 14:25-35 - Free Grace, Costly Discipleship - Part 1

With so many self-proclaimed "Christians" in our present world who give no real evidence of a daily, whole-hearted pursuit of Christ, individuals have apparently gotten the impression that following Jesus is a simple, uncostly thing to do. But, Jesus never taught that discipleship is uncostly. Nor does He hide the costs in the fine print. On the contrary, Jesus compels those who want to come after Him to take up a daily life of costly discipleship. And He teaches that anything less than costl...

Luke 14:15-24 - No Dinner for the Disinterested

Excuses, excuses, excuses! That's what the Jews were giving in Jesus' day when their Messiah came and compelled them to come after Him. In the Parable of the Great Banquet, Jesus relays to us the danger of being left out because of our silly excuses when He holds a great banquet to welcome in those who have accepted His invitation to eternal life.

"No Dinner for the Disinterested" - Luke 14:15-24

Excuses, excuses, excuses! That's what the Jews were giving in Jesus' day when their Messiah came and compelled them to come after Him. In the Parable of the Great Banquet, Jesus relays to us the danger of being left out because of our silly excuses when He holds a great banquet to welcome in those who have accepted His invitation to eternal life.

Luke 14:1-14 - Habits of Humility from a Savior Who Stoops Low

When He is invited to a meal at the home of one of the rulers of the Pharisees where individuals are jostling for social position and holding tight to oppressive traditions, Jesus compels His host and His fellow guests to take the route of humility. Listen in on this passage as Pastor Jeremy shows us how humility is the path a higher status in the Kingdom of God, where the least are given the greatest acclaim, and where those who forsake their own interests for others are granted eternal rewa...

"Habits Of Humility From A Savior Who Stoops Low"- Luke 14:1-14

When He is invited to a meal at the home of one of the rulers of the Pharisees where individuals are jostling for social position and holding tight to oppressive traditions, Jesus compels His host and His fellow guests to take the route of humility. Listen in on this passage as Pastor Jeremy shows us how humility is the path a higher status in the Kingdom of God, where the least are given the greatest acclaim, and where those who forsake their own interests for others are granted eternal rewa...

"The Safety of the Savior's Wings"-Luke 13:31-35

In Luke 13:31-35, Jesus ' steadfast purpose to save and heart for those who have rejected Him are clearly on display as He presses' ugh an attempt to throuw Him off track and laments over the city of Jerusalem on His way to prove Himself as their long-awaited Messiah. The pleading in his words likens His desire for the children of Israel to the desire of a mother hen to draw her brood under the safety of her wings, but so many in Jerusalem would have none of that. As Pastor Jeremy shows us fr...

Luke 13:31-35 - The Safety of the Savior's Wings

In Luke 13:31-35, Jesus ' steadfast purpose to save and heart for those who have rejected Him are clearly on display as He presses' ugh an attempt to throuw Him off track and laments over the city of Jerusalem on His way to prove Himself as their long-awaited Messiah. The pleading in his words likens His desire for the children of Israel to the desire of a mother hen to draw her brood under the safety of her wings, but so many in Jerusalem would have none of that. As Pastor Jeremy shows us fr...

Luke 13: 22-30 - The Door Is Narrow And The Time Is Short

In this week's message, we encounter Jesus' teaching about how the narrow door that enters into the Kingdom of God. Listen in as Pastor Jeremy explains how the Master compels us to strive to come into the door that leads to eternal life while there's still time.

"The Door Is Narrow And The Time Is Short" - Luke 13: 22-30

In this week's message, we encounter Jesus' teaching about how the narrow door that enters into the Kingdom of God. Listen in as Pastor Jeremy explains how the Master compels us to strive to come into the door that leads to eternal life while there's still time.

"When Emmanuel Exceeds Our Expectations"- Luke 13:10-21

In this week's message, we encounter in Luke's gospel a healing and two parables that show how Christ and the Kingdom He brings exceed our expectations. But, not everyone is willing to allow their expectations to be exceeded. Two individuals in this passage show us the extremes of having or not having room for Christ to exceed one's expectations, compelling all of us to ask, "Is there room in my life for Christ to exceed my expectations? "

Luke 13:10-21 - When Emmanuel Exceeds Our Expectations

In this week's message, we encounter in Luke's gospel a healing and two parables that show how Christ and the Kingdom He brings exceed our expectations. But, not everyone is willing to allow their expectations to be exceeded. Two individuals in this passage show us the extremes of having or not having room for Christ to exceed one's expectations, compelling all of us to ask, "Is there room in my life for Christ to exceed my expectations? "