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Grace Free Lutheran ChurchMaple Grove, MNMission SundaySpeaker: Rev D Luther SastryAFLC World Mission Update: Pastor Earl Korhonen
Grace Free Lutheran ChurchMaple Grove, MN1. Christian responsibility sometimes necessitates the relinquishment of certain rights.2. Christian rights and Christian freedom (responsibility) are governed by the higher law of LOVE.3. Keeping the balance between rights and responsibilities can ultimately be accomplished only as we are submitted to the love of Christ.
Grace Free Lutheran ChurchMaple Grove, MNPastor Gary JorgensonLove One Another:1. As Commanded by Christ.2. With Christ's love as the source and example.3. So that the world will know that we are Jesus' disciples.
Grace Free Lutheran ChurchMaple Grove, MNPentecost SundayPentecost summed up in one word: ChangeTwo major categories of change1. Category one: the change occurring within the disciples.2. Category two: the Holy Spirit changing the lives of those who heard Peter's message.
Grace Free Lutheran ChurchMaple Grove, MNPrayer is:1. Honest Communication with God.2. Simple Communication with God.3. Comprehensive in its scope
Grace Free Lutheran ChurchMaple Grove, MN1. The Kingdom as many would have it.2. The Kingdom as Jesus established it.3. The Kingdom as it will be.
Sunday Morning Worship at Grace Free Lutheran Church - Maple Grove, MNI. Death is a fact of life.II. Death is not the end.III. How One prepares for the hereafter.
"The Good Part"Luke 10:38-42I. The Good Part is a CHOICE. You must CHOOSE the Good PartII. The Good Part is the part ESSENTIAL PART.III. The Good Part will last for ETERNITY.
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I. How much will God protect/help me? A. One request: Slay the wicked (v. 19) B. Two characteristics that identify God's enemies 1. They are irreverent. 2. They use profanity. As David confronted the problem of evil in his day, he did five things: 1. He Evaluated. (v.22) 2. He Separated. (v. 19b) 3. He Grieved. (v. 21b) 4. He Hated. (v. 21-22) 5. He Trusted. (v. 19a) Romans 12:19 C. Final Request/Prayer David asks God to do four things: 1. Search me. (v. 23a) The Hebrew word for "search" means to "explore, dig, probe". 2. Try me. (v. 23b) "Try" means to "test metal in a furnace" 3. Reveal to me. (v. 24a) 4. Lead me. (v. 24b)
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- How well does God know me? He knows us personally; We cannot deceive Him.
- How close is God to me? Is He near? He is omnipresent (everywhere present). A. Where can I go from your Spirit? B. Where can I flee from your presence.
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The Spirit of Freedom Pastor Gary Haug Galatians 5:1,13-19
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I. The believer in Christ is an AMBASSADOR. A. What does this title mean? 1. A REPRESENTATIVE temporarily sent out to a FOREIGN LAND to represent the KING. 2. An OFFICIAL representative who is authorized TO SPEAK on behalf of his SENDER. B. We are to be ambassadors for CHRIST. C. We are to go to ALL THE WORLD. D. We are to bring the message of SALVATION. II. The ambassadors ministry is one of RECONCILIATION. A. What does reconcile mean? 1. To change THOUROUGHLY. 2. To RESTORE what has been BROKEN. B. Reconciliation: objectively and subjectively 1. Objectively: The world has been reconciled to God 2. Subjectively: The sinner has been transformed by GOD. III. The urgency of reconciliation
The Unity of the Body- Romans 12:1-5 I. A LIVING Sacrifce(1) God's Mercy God's Tender COMPASSION Which MASTER will you choos? Wil you present your WHOLE body? II. Not CONFORMED to this world(2) We must live SPIRIT -filled lives We are to be TRANSFORMED from this world III. Transformed(2) How can we contribute to the function of God's Body? DOING the will of God How do we know the Will of God? By KNOWING God and LIVING for Him IV. HUMILITY(3) V. One in CHRIST(4-5) Do you have a for BODY Souls?
1 Corinthians 14:1-22PLAIN PURSUIT- LOVE(1)PLAIN PASSION- Spiritual GIFTS(1)PLAIN PROPHECY(2-5)⦁Why? Speaks to MEN(People)i.STRENGTHENSii.ENCOURAGESiii.COMFORTSBUILD up the Church(congregation)⦁Are TONGUES ok?⦁The GOAL always is EDIFICATION (BUILD up)PLAIN!- Persipicuity(CLarity)(6-12)⦁What PROFIT GOOD is it?Revelation; Knowledge; Prophecy;Teaching⦁TRUMPET CALL needs to be clear for battle(8)⦁Intelligible WORDS⦁If you don't understand the LANGUAGE what profid is that?⦁Try and excel in gifts that BUILD up the other person?PLAIN PRAYER Praise and Thanksgiving(13-17)⦁Isit good for your mind?⦁DOES it BUILD up the other person?PLAIN PLEA (18-22)⦁I'm Thankful, BUT in the congregation(chrurch)...
Grace Free Lutheran ChurchMaple Grove, MNConfirmation SundayDo you have a verse for life?Psalm 56:3Luke 12:24-262 Timothy 1:7Where does the Power come from?Psalm 16:8Jeremiah 29:11What kind of Hope do we have?Isaiah 40:31The Sure FOUNDATION - God's Word!
Grace Free Lutheran ChurchMaple Grove, MNRemember- Without LOVE...(We are) Noise, Nothing, Gain Nothing1. But WHERE PROPHECIES will cease TONGUES will be stilled KNOWLEDGE will pass away2. But WHEN Perfection comes, imperfection disappears I was a child (talked, thought, reasoned like a child) I became a man (matured)3. Now THEN ?What do we see? Reflection in a mirror FACE to face ?What do we Know?LOVE has ETERNITY in view
Grace Free Lutheran ChurchMaple Grove, MNLove - Agape - The love of Christ1. Love is a. Patient b. Kind2. Love is not a. Me first b. Record keeper3. Love always a. Protects b. Trusts c. Hopes d. Perseveres
The Most Excellent Way ...but have not LOVE 1 Corinthians 13:1-3LOVE:1.If I Speak...I am only a NOISE2. If I have gift of INSIGHT, KNOWLEDGE, and FAITH... Iam NOTHING3. If I give ALL... I am NOTHINGWhat am I if I have LOVE?
Grace Free Lutheran ChurchMaple Grove, MNEaster Sunday ServiceJesus is the Divine GardenerEaster has three tenses:PAST - 1 Corinthians 15:17-20FUTURE - I Believe in the Resurrection of the BodyPRESENT - Easter is Here and NowWe need a LIVING relationship with JesusHow can we go from the grave of death to an inhabitant of the Garden of Life?1. A Crucifixion (A Cross)2. A Resurrection (An Empty Tomb)
The Crossing of the KidronA. David and the Son of David1. David was corrected because of his own transgression2. Jesus was totally innocent.B. Delay is dangerousC. Difficult yet definite Requirement
- Geniune ChurchFor better? or For worse?Divisions among youTesting brings TRUTHWrong FOCUSI can't PRAISE this action2. Genuine ReminderFrom the LORD JESUSThis is MY BODYThis Cup is the NEW Covenant in my BLOODYou PROCLAIM the LORD's Death3. Genuine InstructionExamine YourselvesUnworthy manner?The LORD's DisciplineFinal Instructions
Grace Free Lutheran ChurchMaple Grove, MN1. A gauge that is APPLIED to life.2. A guide that is ADOPTED in life.3. A goal that is ACCEPTED for life.
Look to the examples of the past and do not fall into those temptations, but be strengthened by the Faithfulness of God.
Grace Free Lutheran ChurchMaple Grove, MN1. Run as a FREE Slave (Servant)2. Run to SHARE3. Run to WIN the Prize
I Corinthians 8:1-13The Issue- Food sacrificed idolsKnowledge(1-8)We all posses knowledgeKnowledge Puffs UpWe Know there is One true GOdIdols= nothingFATHER= SONCREATOR-REDEEMER-SANCTIFICERFood does not bring us near to GodLoveLove Builds UpLove God= loved by GodLove NeighborBe Careful how you exercise your Freedom*Purpose-NOT cause someone to Stumble
Grace Free Lutheran ChurchMaple Grove, MNPermission and FOOD1. ...Your Bodies are members of CHRIST Himself2. ...Your body is a temple of the HOLY SPIRITTherefore GLORIFY God with your body
Psalm 34:11-14Psalm of DAVID5. LISTEN Up6.LEARN the Fear of the LORD7. LOVE Life-Deal with the TONGUE-Depart from EVIL-Do GOOD8. LONG for PEACE- Seek TRUE PEACE-Practice PEACEPractice PeacemakingClothe Youself
Grace Free Lutheran ChurchMaple Grove, MN1. Words of CONFUSION2. Words of COMFORT3. Words of CONFIDENCE4. Words which SECURE our JOY a. No one will take your JOY from you b. Your Joy is Secure in the Victory on the CROSS c. Your Joy is Secure in the Victory of the RESURRECTION d. Your Joy is Secure in the Access to the FATHER e. We can live in True JOY
Grace Free Lutheran ChurchMaple Grove, MN1 Corinthians 6:9-11 Lawsuits Among Christians:1. Are Foolish2. Are Shameful3. Raise suspicions as to the Spiritual state of the ones involved.
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Thanksgiving is about...
- being a JOYFUL person
- Worshiping God
- Knowing God
- Giving Thanks
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Matthew 6:5-15
- How to Pray
- How Not to Pray
- Forgiveness and Freedom
- A Servant Leader Stewards the Word of God
- A Servant Leader Sacrifices for his people
- A Servant Leader Shepard the flock
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True Wisdom 1 Corinthians 2:6-16
- The NATURE of True Wisdom
- The SOURCE of True Wisdom
- The TEST for True Wisdom
The Wisdom and Power of the Cross I Corinthians 1:18-2:5 I. Worldly Wisdom and the of the Gospel a. Believers and Unbelievers b. Where Is...? c. Wiser and Stronger! II. Worldly Wisdom and the Experience of the Gospel a. Remember when you were called b. God chose c. Let him who boasts III. Worldly Wisdom and the Preaching of the Gospel a. Proclaiming the testimony about God b. To know nothing except Jesus Christ c. Faith resting on God's Power
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A divided Church - An Oxymoron 1. The appeal - No Divisions! 2. The Cause - Dividers 3. The Correction - One Directive
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- Jesus calls us OUT OF A LIFE OF SIN.
- Jesus calls us INTO A LIFE OF SURRENDER.
- Jesus calls us UNTO A LIFE OF SERVICE.
I. Jesus CONTACTED Saul in his rebellion. II. Jesus CONFRONTED Saul with his sin. III. Jesus CHANGED Saul into a new man. IV. Jesus COMISSIONED Saul to serve Him.
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Philippians 4:4-9
- We win the war with worry by choosing to REJOICE IN THE LORD.
- We win the war with worry by choosing to PRAY WITH THANKFULNESS.
- We win the war with worry by choosing to DWELL ON THE WORD OF GOD.
- We win the war with worry by choosing to PRACTICE THE PRINCIPLES OF GOD'S WORD.
I. We Are Truly free because CHRIST CAME TO US. II We are truly free because CHRIST FORGAVE US. III. We are truly free because CHRIST DEFEATED OUR ENEMY.
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Philippians 4:1-3
- When we live in harmony we VIEW CONFLICT WITH GREAT CONCERN.
- When we live in harmony we APPROACH CONFLICT WITH GREAT CARE.
- When we live in harmony we RESOLVE CONFLICT WITH GREAT COMMITMENT.
I. Eternal life is found in a PERSON - not in our PERFORMANCE II. Eternal life is a PRESENT POSSESSION- not a FUTURE POSSIBILITY III. Eternal life is based on GOD'S WORD- not on our OWN FEELINGS
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Philippians 3:17-21
- Citizens of Heaven are RECORDED ON HEAVEN'S ROSTER.
- Citizens of Heaven LIVE UNDER HEAVEN'S LAWS.
- Citizens of Heaven BOAST IN HEAVEN'S CROSS.
- Citizens of Heaven are LOOKING FOR HEAVEN'S LORD.
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- We press on to grow spiritually by FACING OUR NEED FOR GROWTH.
- We press on to grow spiritually by FORGETTING WHAT IS BEHIND.
- We press on to grow spiritually by FOCUSING ON WHAT LIES AHEAD.
Philippians 2:25-30 I. Honor the CARING BROTHER II. Honor the SACRIFICIAL WORKER III. Honor the COURAGEOUS SOLDIER IV. Honor the WILLING MESSENGER
Philippians 2:19-24 I. The powerful example of SELFLESSNESS II. The powerful example of FAITHFULLNESS III. The powerful example of AVAILABILITY
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Philippians 2:12-18
- We need to work out our salvation because GOD IS WORKING IN US.
- We need to work out our salvation because THE WORLD IS WATCHING US.
- We need to work out our salvation because OTHERS HAVE SACRIFICED FOR US.
Easter Sunday John 20:1-18 I. A Passing Glance at the empty tomb led to a Wrong Conclusion. II. Causal Look at the empty tomb let to a Limited Comprehension III. A Careful Examination of the empty tomb led to a Firm Conclusion.
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Matthew 21:12-17
- God's house is a house of PRAYER.
- God's house is a house of HEALING.
- God's house is a house of PRAISE.
We defend the Gospel by the consistency of our lives, cooperation of our team, and confidence we have in the Lord.
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Philippians 1:18b-26
- Fruitful ministry comes through PRAYERS OF GOD'S PEOPLE.
- Fruitful ministry comes by the POWER OF GOD'S SPIRIT.
- Fruitful ministry comes in SURRENDER TO GOD'S PLAN.
Philippians 1:1-11 I. We Rejoice because fellow believers are a GIFT OF GOD. II. We rejoice because fellow believers are PARTNERS IN THE GOSPEL. III. We rejoice because fellow believers are THE WORKMANSHIP OF GOD.
Mark 9:1-8
- The preview of Jesus' glory ENCOURAGES US TO SERVE HIM.
- The preview of Jesus' glory INSPIRES US TO WORSHIP HIM.
- The preview of Jesus' glory AWAKENS US TO GIVE OUR ATTENTION TO HIM.
Joshua 20:1-9
- Jesus, our refuge, is APPOINTED BY GOD.
- Jesus, our refuge, is AVAILABLE TO ALL.
- Jesus, our refuge, is ACCESSIBLE FROM ANYWHERE.
- Jesus, our refuge, is ACCEPTED BY FAITH.
I. Running with God is GOING WHERE HE WANTS US TO GO. II. Running with God is SAYING WHAT GOD WANTS US TO SAY. III. Running with God is LEAVING THE RESULTS WITH HIM.
Jonah 2:1-10 I. Jonah REALIZED his need. II. Jonah RECOGNIZED God's discipline. III. Jonah RENEWED his hope of deliverance. IV. Jonah RECOMMITTED himself to God. V. Jonah REJOICED in God's salvation.
I Peter 2:4-8 I. The Living Stone IS JESUS II. The Living Stone IS RECIEVED III. The Living Stone IS REJECTED
John 3:16-18
- The origin and meaning of God's Love
- The object of God's Love
- The gift of God's Love
True Joy comes despite out present circumstances. True Joy comes through permanent certainties. True Joy comes with perceptible change.
I. Nothing is too difficult for the God who RULES NATIONS II. Nothing is too difficult for the God who COMMANDED CREATION III. Nothing is too difficult for the God who CONTROLS NATURE IV. Nothing is too difficult for the God who PROVIDES SALVATION
I. A sharpened focus on Jesus is the one thing WE NEED THE MOST II. A sharpened focus on Jesus is the one thing THAT CAN'T BE TAKEN AWAY FROM US. III. A sharpened focus on Jesus is the one thing THAT PUTS EVERYTHING ELSE INTO THE PROPER PERSPECTIVE.
John 6:1-15
- There is no problem too big for Jesus to solve.
- There is no person too insignificant for Jesus to use.
- There is no provision too small for Jesus to bless.
Hebrews 4:12-16
- I need Jesus because His Word judges my heart.
- I need Jesus because His Eyes see my sin.
- I need Jesus because He is my only Hope.
Acts 4, 9, 11, 15 I. We encourage the NEEDY by giving our POSSESIONS. II. We encourage the LONELY by giving our FRIENDSHIP. III. We encourage the NEW BELIEVER by giving our TIME IV. We encourage the FALLEN by giving our SUPPORT.
Exodus 5-10
- We will not Distrust God's Word.
- We will not Be Religious Slaves.
- We will not Be Partially Committed.
- We will not Forsake our Family.
- We will not Withhold our Possessions from the Lord.
Hebrews 11:8-19 1. When you believe that God is faithful your DIRECTION in life changes. 2. When you believe that God is faithful your FOCUS in life changes. 3. When you believe that God is faithful your POWER in life changes. 4. When you believe that God is faithful your CONFIDENCE in life changes.
I. When we love the church we are ready to SERVE II. When we love the church we are willing to SUFFER III. When we love the church we are eager to SHARE
I. Jesus DELIBERATELY PURSUES us. II. Jesus LOVEINGLY PRESUADES us. III. Jesus PURPOSEFULLY TRANSFORMS us.
I. The Lords Rebuke of those who question His authority II. The Lord's Patience with those who Resist His authority III. The Lord's Judgment of those who Reject His authority
Luke 15:11-32 1. The shameful rebellion of the younger son. 2 The "shameful" reception of the father. 3. The shameful reaction of the older son.
Prayer is Proper in all Circumstances Prayer is the Privilege of all Believers Prayer is Powerful over all Things
James 5:7-12 1. Be patient in waiting for the Lord's return. 2. Be patient with your spiritual family. 3. Be patient in difficult circumstances.
I. If you are HOARDING wealth MISERY is coming. II. If you are STEALING wealth THE LORD is watching. III. If you are WASTING wealth JUDGMENT is certain.
It is foolish to ignore God's will. It is arrogant to reject God's will. It is wise to embrace God's will.
Mark 9:14-29 1. Bring him to Me because the power of the enemy is so destructive. 2. Bring him to Me because the power of the flesh is so deficient. 3. Bring him to Me because the power of the Savior is so dynamic.
James 4:1-12 I. Conflict comes because of the battle WITHIN US II. Conflict comes because of the battle WITHIN THE WORLD III. Conflict comes because of the battle WITHIN THE DEVIL
A Dead faith is a faith of Mind Alone A Demonic faith is a faith of the Mind and the Emotions A Dynamic faith is a faith of the Mind and the emotions and the will
Doers of the Word 1. As doers of the Word we humbly receive God's Word. 2. As doers of the Word we willingly respond to God's Word.
- REMEMBER Jesus' word because He is faithful to His promises.
- RETURN from Jesus' tomb because He is risen from the dead.
- REPORT Jesus' resurrection because He must be made known.
In times of fear we need to: 1) Focus on the Lord 2) Express what we need 3) Wait for God's answer
The new covenant is better because the old covenant: 1) is impossible to obey 2) can't change the heart 3) can't forgive sins
Before We Leave we Need to: 1) Take advantage of the present 2) Prepare for the Future 3) Review the Past
God formed you at the proper time, for the proper purpose, for a personal relationship, and to be a powerful influence.
The Word was with God in the beginning and the Word was God. All things came into being through Him. The light shines in the darkness and the darkness does not overcome it.
The Lord appeared to the shepherds when they didn't expect Him, Spoke to the shepherds when they desperately needed desperately Him, and transformed the shepherds when they immediately needed Him.
The need for good news is so great, the knowledge of the good news is so limited, the experience of the good news is so wonderful, and the proclamation of the good news is so simple.
A Prophet confronts when it would be easy to run. A Prophet is maligned when he should be thanked. A Prophet is content when he trusts the results belong to God.
The Lord is the God who rules over creation, requires our allegiance, and reveals His glory.
No other Gospel can cruicify the sinful nature, supply the Holy Spirit, and graft us into God's family.
No other name can CURE SICKNESS, CREATE A STIR, CONVERT SINNERS, or GIVE COURAGE TO THE SIMPLE, like the name of Jesus
Idolaters deny God's Power - as if He isn't enough for us. Idolaters deny God's Presence - as if He doesn't see us. Idolaters deny God's Provision - as if He doesn't take care of us. Idolaters deny God's Punishment - as if He won't judge us.
Jesus suffered for doing what is right, without retaliating, and trusting in the Righteous Judge.
God calls us to salvation by grace, fellowship with His people and to live in view of His coming.
The place of ministry is in the valley of need, the plan of ministry is to preach and pray, the purpose of ministry is the glory of God.
God's plan for us is to: 1) Listen to his Word 2) Learn from his discipline 3) Wait for his timing 4) Seek his face.
We ought to love one another because God's Family is Special, God's Word is Powerful, and Our lives are temporary.
You can have peace in troubled times because: 1) Our God is Greater 2) He cares about you 3) He Promises to take care of you.
We can face the future with confidence because of God's Promise, Preview, Presence and Provision.
Jesus is the Lamb of God who forgives us. Jesus is the Messiah who transforms us. Jesus is the Son of God who knows us. Jesus is the Son of Man who saves us.
Touched by the Master - Mark 8:22-26 Jesus touches us Personally, Progressively, and Purposefully.
We plead for revival because God has Redeemed, Has the power to Restore, Will keep His Promises and Will receive the Praise.
Revival has come when the people of God HUNGER, HONOR, and RESPOND for the Word of God.
Finishing the work series; Pastor Peter Franz, Grace Free Lutheran Church, Maple Grove, MN
1) Jesus discipled His men by manifesting the Father's Name to them. 2) Jesus discipled His men by giving the Father's Word to them. 3) Jesus discipled His men by asking the Father's Protection for them.
We encourage on another by Loving in Practical Ways, Working with Diligent Effort, Honoring with Genuine Appreciation, and Living in Relationship with the Lord.
The wedding of the Lamb will be the most glorious wedding of all time. The worship will be wonderful. The bride will be beautiful. The guests will be glad. And God will be glorified.
It’s time to worship the Lord because He saves His people, reveals His righteousness and extends His mercy.
In this vision, John sees the situation of the birth of a male child and the possible destruction of of this male child by a huge red dragon. See how the mother and child are rescued and just who these characters are. Friend, are you ready to face the red dragon.? Receive Jesus as your savior today..
We set goals for ourselves continuously. Do we finish what we start.? God has a plan for us that He will give us time and strength to finish. In this message we hear about the mission given by God to his two witnesses that lasted for 3 and a half years. See what happened when the mission was completed. Will you work for the honor and Glory of God?
In our lives we need food to survive. Many diets are different and unusual compared to what we may eat. In this message John, in his vision, is told to eat a scroll/book. This book is the word of God and he is told to take it in and share it with other people, nations and kings. Have you taken in Gods word today? Are you ready to share it with those who are lost?
In this message we will hear what John observed as trumpets gave warnings and announced the coming events and plagues upon the earth. Friend are you ready for the events that will plague the earth. Do you know Jesus as your savior.? Come to Him today and receive the hope for tomorrow..
As believers we encounter trials that the Lord brings us through or brings us safely home. In this message we hear of how Jesus will bring us home to be with Him and what to expect. Friend do you know the Jesus as your savior.? Call on Him today and be washed in the blood of the Lamb knowing that you will be ‘Safe at Home’ with Him in Eternity.
Are you ready for final judgment.? In this message the Wrath of the Lamb is exposed in its completeness. As each seal is broken the wrath of each situation on earth is revealed. Friend are you ready be with Jesus in heaven or to endure the wrath of the Lamb. Come to Jesus today.
In this message, the vision of John is that of the heavenly throne. He who sits on the throne is holding a scroll in His Right hand with seven seals that no one can open. John witness and watches the worship of He who sits on the throne and the Lamb Who is proclaimed worthy to break the seals and see what is inside the scroll. Friend what will be seen in that scroll. Have you accepted Jesus as your savior.? Do it today.
In this message we hear of the centrality of the throne in heaven and the One who rules and judges from there. We see and hear how He is worthy of all worship and praises. We see how we should honor, glorify, and thank Him for all He has done is doing and will accomplish according to His plan. God is still on the throne and in control.
We all have had people try to get our attention one way or another. We’ve all been encouraged or corrected by others for our betterment. In this message we hear how Jesus knows the problems and service of the seven churches in Asia Minor. He loves and encourages them to correct problems as they are waiting for Jesus second coming. Friend, have you confessed your sins to Jesus and accepted Him as your savior.? Know is the time. We do not know when He will be coming in the clouds to receive His own.
Jesus is coming again. Friend do you know the savior. In this message we hear about who Jesus really is and where He is in the lives of the church.
Have you ever had people forget your birthday.? Or maybe something you did for someone that you put a lot of work into.? In this message Isaiah is reminding God’s people of all that He has done for them through His great love, mercy and power claimed the victory over Pharaoh and the Egyptians. We hear of how God has won the victory for us by sending His only Son, Jesus, to die on the cross. These we should Never Forget and tell others about.
In this message we see how Jesus came to save us but those around Him did not understand and rejected Him till after His resurrection. Friend are you in need of a savior. Believe on Him and accept what He did for you for your eternal life..
Daily we have a mission to be used of God. His Will for us is to point others to Jesus. In this message we will see how He will use us and guide us to point others to the saving work of Jesus our savior.
In our daily lives we encounter situations that can wear us down and could possibly lead to discouragement. At times we need to continue on in confidence that all will work out if we continue to lean on Christ for strength from day to day. He has promised to never leave or forsake us. In our message we hear of how we can move forward with confidence in the promises that the Lord gives us in His word.
Friend. How much are you and I blessed in our daily lives.? Is this something that we should share with others.? In this message Paul tells of all that we have been blessed through savior Jesus Christ.
In our daily lives we may encounter ‘Storms of Life’. They come up without notice and could overwhelm us. In these situations we need to go to the one who will calm our hearts and mind and give us the insight as to what needs to be done. The person is our Savior, Jesus. Call on Him in all situations. In this message we see the disciples in a situation that only Jesus can take care of. Friend do you know Jesus.? Call on Him and be saved from your situation.
Have you been forgiven for something that you have ever done or didn’t do.? Have you ever forgiven someone that may have wronged you.? In this message we hear about how many times the Lord has forgiven us and most important how we are to treat others that have wronged us. Open your heart to Jesus and understand the price He paid for your sin.
What do you do when faced with difficult situations.? Do you try to handle things yourself.? In this message we hear of a man of great authority who was facing a life or death situation and what path he did and what the final outcome was. Friend, are you facing a situation that can only be brought to Jesus for help.? Call on Him and put your faith and trust in Him today..
Have you been invited to a fancy party and had to look your best, get there on time etc.. When you got there you heard of people not coming for one reason or another. You see some one not dressed very nice. In this message we hear how we are called and how we are to prepare to participate in the Lambs feast of salvation. Friend, are you ready.? The time has come.
Do you need to be saved from your sin.? Do you know someone that needs to know the savior.? In our message you will hear what has been done for us and what we need to share with others for salvation.
Have you ever been in a crowd or group of people when something really unusual has happened. What did you do.? What did you think.? Did you tell anybody,? In this sermon we hear about the unusual way a paralyzed man was brought to Jesus with the help of friends. Do you know someone that needs salvation and forgiveness.? Can you be a true friend and bring them to Jesus?
Do we ever act Self-Righteous when we are with others or when we are talking to God.? In this message we hear about Jesus’ parable about prayer and how we should be praying in the sight of God.
How well do you trust paper instructions to help you do something.? NOW if you had the instructions BUT not on paper would trust them or yourself to follow them.? In this sermon we see Elijah trust the word of God in these situations and helps a woman to know and trust the words of the living God.
We receive calls on our phones from people we know and some we don’t. Neighbors call us over to chit chat or discuss important things or situations. Friend, how is your spiritual life today.? Have you heard Jesus calling to save you from your sin.? In this sermon we hear how Jesus called Zacchaeus to a life changed for the glory of God. Are you seeking Jesus.? Don’t hesitate respond to His call today for tomorrow may be to late.
If you had a physical problem that you need help with you would call on a doctor to check the problem to come up with an answer. In this message we hear about blind Bartimaeus and his persistent calling to Jesus for mercy and healing, and the situation surrounding him that day and his response to his healing received from Jesus.
"What must I do to earn eternal life?’ was the question the lawyer asked Jesus. What MUST WE do to earn eternal life.? This message will guide us to what is really needed to gain eternal life. Open your heart and minds as Jesus reveals our NEED.
We as human beings are not perfect. When it comes to doing things it sometimes takes 2 or more times to get things right. In this message we hear of our Savior and how He does all things well. Come to Him today and understand what He has done for you and the hope there is in a relationship with Him.
‘In God we Trust’ is the statement put on our currency by our government. How far can you go with your trust in anything else.? In this message we hear of Daniels’ consistent and continued trust in the Lord by continuing his relationship with God through prayer, even in the light of trouble from leaders and new laws. How is your relationship with God.? Can you say that you trust Him for sure.? Come to Jesus and be certain of it....
Missionary work. Are we, as believers, ready to carry out the work that God will use us for, that He may be glorified.? In this message the speaker tells of the many areas that God has used him, and his family in as a missionary. “Let your light so shine before men that they see your good works, and glorify your Father, who is in heaven.”
It can happen in the twinkle of an eye. You’ve come to the end of the road. The Handwriting is on the Wall. We have heard these idioms many times. In this message we hear how and why God ended the life of king Belshazzar and the Babylonian empire. Friend, do you have so much pride that you cannot humble yourself before your God.? Come to Jesus and be reconciled before you see the Handwriting on the Wall.
Have you had a time in your life when you did not know what to do, how to act etc. in this message we hear of another dream of Neb and how it describes his next stage of life and how God makes humbles him for the great pride he has.
When we are tempted or face a trial do we tend to see how we can maneuver to comply for best results or do what is pleasing to God for His glory.? In this message we hear how Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego are facing the demand of Nebuchadnezzar to worship the gold image and what the results are when they take a stand for the one true God.
Not all of us have dreams and when we do they don’t always make sense to and may not tell of a future situation. In this sermon we hear about Daniel describing and interpreting the first dream that king Nebuchadnezzar had and what plans God had for him and his kingdom...
Do you feel that God is presence in your daily life during times of trials or joy.? In this message we hear how God is with Daniel, his 3 friends and the people of Israel during their time of captivity in Babylon. We see how God gives the wisdom, knowledge and understanding to Daniel and his friends to deal with and rescue them from the situations they faced.
Is Jesus your Savior.? Are there times when you can Proclaim Him to others.? In this sermon we hear how the Lord is using Paul to Proclaim Him in his missions work.
Yes. Lazarus was dead and in the grave 4 days. Yes. Jesus delayed His return to His friends home for 2 days. But the wonderful outcome showed the power that Jesus had over death and to glorify God almighty. In our message we witness what Jesus did for Lazarus but also what He did for those around Him, those who knew Lazarus and those who did not. Friend, are you one of those who knows what Jesus did for Lazarus but have not excepted Him as you savior.? Hear the gospel of God’s great love for you through Jesus death on the cross and His glorious resurrection which conquered death that we may be with Him in eternity. Go from spiritual death to spiritual life.
• Pastor Peter Franz • Darkness can hinder us when we need to do something or go someplace. We need light to get around and be healthy and productive. Spiritually are you in darkness? Do you know the Light of the World as your Savior. In this message we see how God meets our needs through Jesus, The light of the World. Come to Him today if you don’t know Him as your Savior.
• John 6:26-71 • Pastor Peter Franz • Our bodies need nourishment to survive from day to day. We need food that will give us life. In this message we hear about our physical needs but also about the need for Spiritual food that will give eternal life - Spiritual food found in Jesus, ‘The Bread of Life’.
• Romans 12:1-2 • Jeff Scott – HCA Baccalaureate • Are you at a point in your life where you see a need to change? Are you facing new situations? In this message we see how lives can be changed so that Gods will is done and He is glorified. Today is the day for change. Come to Jesus and be transformed.
• Ephesians 6:1-3 • Pastor Peter Franz • When you were a child did you find it hard to obey your parents, specifically your mother? Do you have problems with your children or grandchildren? This sermon tells us what scripture has to say about children and their relationship with the Lord and their parents.
• 2 Chronicles 34 • Pastor Peter Franz • What would a biography of your life tell others about you? In this message we hear of the life of Josiah and how he became king of Judah at a young age and continued to seek the Lord as he grew older. The Lord used him to turn His people from their wicked ways. Will your biography be a testimony of how you turned to Jesus for salvation and how you were changed to be more like Jesus and told others about His saving message?
• John 20:19-23 • Pastor Peter Franz • Are you uneasy about life or fearful of what you might encounter around the next corner? Do you have problems with close friends or family? In this sermon we hear about how we can have internal peace with God and then with others through the saving work of Jesus on the cross. Only He can give you the true peace of salvation in Him to face life. Believe in His promises and have faith in Him.
• Ecclesiastes 3 • Pastor Peter Franz • In this message concerning time we hear Solomon speaking specifically of the seasons in our lives and seasons of time that we live through. God has a plan for you and me though we don’t know what it is we need to be assured that God is in control and that He sent Jesus to be our Savior at just the right time!
• Esther 4:1-17 • Pastor Peter Franz • In this message we see that Esther, a Jewish woman, was made queen of Persia by the hand of God for the purpose of saving the Jewish people from destruction at the hand of the king. Are you faced with circumstances that you don’t understand? Come to Jesus today and let Him use you for His glory.
• Genesis 21:1-7 • Pastor Peter Franz • Time is a unique thing. Seconds, minutes, hours, days, etc. At times we have problems managing our time and doing what needs to be done. Time can move slow or fast depending on many situations. Its good to know that God has perfect timing for the plans He has for each of us. In this message we see God’s timing in the lives of Abraham, Sarah and Isaac. We also see that all things are possible with God.
• 1 Peter 1:22-25 • Pastor Lyndon Korhonen • We are Gods creation. As believers do we remember why we were created and what God has planned for us? In this message we are reminded of Gods love for us and to make the most of our time for Him. Friend are you in His will today?
• Nehemiah 6:1-16 • Pastor Peter Franz • Completing a project on time and to the exact specs can make one feel good. In this message we see the wall being completed by God through Nehemiah in spite of all the obstacles encountered through the hand of God. Have you allowed God to complete His work in you, and to bring you to salvation through the completed work of Jesus?
• Nehemiah 5 • Pastor Peter Franz • In this message we see Nehemiah continuing the rebuilding of the wall around Jerusalem. Through Gods help they overcome the resistance from those outside Jerusalem who want to see the work fail. Now Nehemiah faces threats from within Jerusalem that would cause the wall not to be completed. God has a plan and gives direction to Nehemiah on how to confront, correct this sinful problem, and inspire the workers to continue the work on the wall.
• Nehemiah 4 • Pastor Peter Franz • In this message Nehemiah and his workers are again facing opposition and discouragement as they rebuild the wall of Jerusalem. Nehemiah and the wall builders come to God consistently in prayer for strength to continue the task.
• Nehemiah 3:1-32 • Pastor Peter Franz • We are not called to build walls BUT we are called to be used to help build the Kingdom of God daily. Jesus is building His church and the gates of Hell will not prevail. We will be used by Him to accomplish the needed tasks. In this message we see how God uses Nehemiah and others to prepare and move to action in rebuilding the wall.
• Nehemiah 2:11-20 • Pastor Peter Franz • Nehemiah has received the call from God to rebuild the wall around Jerusalem. Guided by the Lord he tells a team of men what needs to be done and examines the wall work. There are some officials intimidating and trying to discourage Nehemiah from doing the work that God has giving him to do. God encourages Nehemiah and the building team.
• Nehemiah 2:1-10 • Pastor Peter Franz • In this message we see how Gods vision, for rebuilding the broken down walls of Jerusalem, is growing in Nehemiah’s heart to accomplish God’s will. In time it will be known to others. Has God placed a burden on your heart to do something that will glorify Him? Answer the call by prayer for His leading.
• Nehemiah 1:1-11 • Pastor Peter Franz • In the message today we see how God gave Nehemiah the vision for the needs of His people in Jerusalem. He can do that for us today as well.
• Matthew 2:1-12 • Pastor Robert Lee • In our message today we hear the story of the Magi that were guided by the hand of God to seek out Jesus to worship and present to Him gifts that were worthy of a king. Are you seeking Him today? Come to Jesus for salvation. Worship and adore Him for what He has done for you.
• Pastor Dean Franz • Today, as Christians we prepare to live in what appears to be the end times. We are confronted by many anti-Christian beliefs as we live in this world. In this message Paul gives us insight as to how we are to prepare, as believers in Jesus, for what is to come.
• Matthew 1:1-17 • Pastor Peter Franz • Family trees are interesting to study to see who is related to who and where one comes from. In this message we hear of the genealogy of Jesus from Matthew. We hear where Jesus our Savior comes from and why He came to this earth to save us from our sins.
• Matthew 11:1-6 • Pastor Peter Franz • Do you have questions that need answers? Have troubles and trials got you down? There is One who can take care of your needs. In this message we see how John the Baptist sought answers to questions about Jesus as the Messiah. Friend, run to Jesus and get the answers you need today, accept Him as the Messiah and your Savior .
• James 5:1-11 • Pastor Peter Franz • Jesus second coming is a fact noted many times in the bible. Does your life reflect your love for Jesus and others? In this message we see James warnings and encouragements to all of us as we await Jesus coming.
• James 4:13-17 • Pastor Peter Franz • When it comes to seeking Gods will for our lives have you ever said, “I don’t really know what You Want me to do Lord”. In this message from James, we see how God will help us understand.
• James 4:1-12 • Pastor Peter Franz • We each encounter conflicts that need to be addressed. Are these caused by someone we know or are we causing conflicts? In this message James addresses these encounters and how to handle them. Jesus is the answer and help for this.
• James 3:13-18 • Pastor Peter Franz • Who among you are wise and understanding? What an interesting question James is asking the readers of his letter and of us. In this message we hear what wisdom is and isn’t, and where it can be found.
• James 3:1-12 • Pastor Peter Franz • Have you ever said anything hurtful and wished you could take it back? Control for ones tongue begins with changes in the heart. James writes about the tongue and how the heart affects what comes out of the mouth off the tongue. Only Jesus can make the change needed in our heart.
• James 2:14-26 • Pastor Peter Franz • How can we share our faith with others? Sometimes this can be difficult. In this sermon we see how James addresses faith and how God can use us for his glory.
• James 2:1-13 • Pastor Peter Franz • Ever feel left out? Think you should be the guest of honor? Do you ever place someone ahead of someone else? In this message James tells us about passing judgment on others and how and who it affects.
• Romans 12:2 • Pastor Gary Haug • Have you encountered criticism for something you are doing or believe in? Has it been hard to defend your thoughts to others? In this message we hear from Paul and his encouragement to us on spiritual matters and how fellowship with like minded people can uplift us. Friend be strong in Jesus.
• James 1:19-27 • Pastor Peter Franz • Is the reading of Gods word part of your daily practice? Do you enjoy the time you spend at church hearing Gods word preached? What are you DOING with God's message that you hear from His word? The book of James points out our need to be DOERS of Gods word not just hearers.
James 1:1‐12; Pastor Peter Franz; We all have good days and bad days. Each day is a blessing from the Lord. In today’s message James tells us how God takes care of us in times of trials and troubles. Trusting in and calling on Jesus at these times will show us how much He loves and cares for us. Friend, cast all your cares on Him and He will encourage you to persevere...
Isaiah 43:1‐7; Pastor Peter Franz; Do you ever have the feeling that you can’t depend on anyone or anything. Benjamin Franklin wrote ... ‘in the world nothing can be said to be certain except death and taxes...’ Is this how you feel at times? This does not make for a joy filled life if that is all there is to think about and live for. In this sermon we will hear how faithful God is to us in all our situations, in our daily lives and how He will take care of us in the future. Come to Jesus and see how he cares for you.
Ecclesiastes 5:10‐20; Pastor Peter Franz; Do you ever wonder if.... "you need more - you need to work longer - Will you survive on what you have - satisfied with what you've been blessed with? - looking to God for needs?" In this message we hear how God has enlightened Solomon with wisdom in the handling and use of the gifts that he has been blessed with. Friend, seek Jesus and the Kingdom of God and be satisfied completely....
• Ezekiel 37:1-14 • Pastor Peter Franz • As you go through a crowded mall or grocery store do you ever wonder if any of the people you see are saved? In this message we see how God is preparing Ezekiel to see the condition of Israel while in the land of Babylon and what needs to be done to bring them back into the presence of God. Friend, are you in need of a Savior? God can rebuild you through the saving work of Jesus. He has chosen you to be reconciled through Him to God Almighty.
• Isaiah 56:1-8 • Seminarian David Handsaker • The 3rd Commandment admonishes us to ‘Remember the Sabbath, to keep it holy’. What is your attitude towards this commandment when you go to church on Sunday? Is it a habit or exception? Are you there to worship God, hear His word preached, fellowship with fellow Christians and prepare for the coming week that He gives you? In this sermon we hear what Isaiah has to say about the Sabbath and how the Jews observed its significance as a ceremonial process. We also see its significance when our worship is in truth and faith.
No Unbelievers in Hell • Luke 16:19-31 • Pastor Peter Franz • Have you been a good steward of the time and talents given to you by God? Witnessing for Jesus and allowing the Lord to use you? Or have you walked on the other side of the road to avoid God’s will? In this sermon we hear Jesus parable concerning the rich man and Lazarus. Eternity is real so don't let that realization hit before it's too late. Come to Jesus and let Him guide and use you for His glory.
• Pastor Peter Franz • Has there been a time in your life when you were at odds with someone. It can be very hard to admit when you may be in the wrong; and even if not it may be necessary to reconcile with someone to prevent damage to relationships. In this sermon we see a situation between Onesimus and Philemon and how God used Paul to reconcile their relationship. Reconciliation is very necessary to prevent problems within families and churches.
• ‘The Awesome Presence of God’ • Exodus 33 • Pastor Peter Franz • As we go through the day do we realize how we need God’s presence and blessing with us? In this sermon we hear of Moses' need for God in his daily life and of the many aspects of God’s presence especially when it comes to sin. Have you placed you trust in Him and what has been done for you on the cross and resurrection of Jesus?
• Luke 14:1-24 • Pastor Peter Franz • Do you find it a struggle to be humble? In our message we see Jesus invited to the home of a Pharisee along with other religious leaders. Jesus confronts some of the proud people and their beliefs. Do you struggle to know where you stand with Jesus? Accept Him as your Savior today.
• John 9 • Pastor Peter Franz • Bound or Free/Lost or Found? What is the status of your spiritual life? Do you understand where you stand with God? In our sermon the man blind from birth was healed by Jesus and given his sight. He is then questioned as to how this happened - and only knows for sure that he was blind and now he sees because of the healing power of Jesus the Savior.
• Jeremiah 18 • Pastor Peter Franz • How can we know if we will be able to handle and face what lies ahead in our lives? In this sermon from Jeremiah 18, God shows Jeremiah that He has everything under control for individuals, nations and kingdoms. God is making and molding us through circumstances into what He wants us to be. Are you letting God mold you?
• ‘A New Testament Worship Service’ • Acts 20:7-12 • Pastor Peter Franz • Today each church has their own version of worship, but is the Word a central part? Is salvation in Jesus ALONE being preached? Is the Lord's Supper being observed? In this sermon we see the needed elements of a New Testament church service.
• ‘Dangerous...but Good!’ • 2 Samuel 6:5-15 • Luke Temte • God takes care of our every need. He guides, provides and loves us. He is an all consuming fire. In this message we see how He works with His people to see His perfect will. Do you know what God desires of you? It is to be reconciled to Him through the blood of Jesus. Turn to Him today..
• “It’s Time to Celebrate!” • Ruth 4 • Pastor Peter Franz • When a couple are engaged to be married they make plans to celebrate this event with others and rejoice in their future. In our sermon today we see how Boaz and Ruth prepare for this. We also see how Jesus came for His bride, the church as Redeemer, and wants to builds a relationship with each one of us personally to be our Redeemer & Savior. Have you come to the marriage supper of the Lamb today?
• Ruth 3 • Pastor Peter Franz • When a man and woman are contemplating marriage do they seek the Lord and council for what is before them? In this sermon Naomi and Ruth discuss what is happening with Ruth and Naomi gives council to prepare for what may soon happen.
• ‘A Marriage Made in Heaven’ • Ruth 2 • Pastor Peter Franz • When it comes to marriage we need help in selecting our spouse. In some cultures marriages are arranged which may not be the best. It is always right for men and women to seek the Lord's help to direct us to the one He wants us to marry. In the scriptures we see how Ruth and Boaz are brought together in the Lords timing - to be a marriage made in heaven.
• Genesis 6-9 • Joel Rasmussen • Do you have questions about your faith? In this sermon, which was for the Heritage Christian Academy Baccalaureate, we are challenged to know WHERE our faith is and how to strengthen it on a daily basis. We need to put our faith in God and the work He has accomplished through Jesus our Savior.
• Ruth 1 • Pastor Peter Franz • In our daily lives do we look to do our best for the Lord and for the ones we love so we can live Happily Ever After? In this sermon from the book of Ruth we see what Naomi does when her happiness taken from her and how she works through the situation with God's guidance.
• Pastor Peter Franz • Do you know Jesus as your Savior? Are you abiding in His word? Is your life fruitful for the Lord? In this sermon we hear how being a branch connected to the vine will allow Him to make us fruitful disciples and bring praise and glorify to Gods name.
• John 10:1-18 • Pastor Peter Franz • Do you ever need guidance, protection or salvation from a situation you can’t handle? Who can you turn too? In this sermon you will hear of the One who really cares for you and wants to be your Protector and Savior. Come to Jesus who died and rose to save you from the evil one.
• Luke 24:13-35 • Pastor Peter Franz • Have you been encouraged by a sermon that you’ve heard at church. Maybe it felt like it was just meant for you at that specific time. You wanted to go and share the details with family and friends. In this sermon we see two men who unknowingly walked with Jesus on the road to Emmaus. They were filled with questions about Jesus death, and Jesus revealed to them old testament scriptures. When their eyes were opened to realize they had met Jesus they wanted to share with others their experience. Do you know Jesus as your Savior? Come to Him today.
• Matthew 28:1-15 • Pastor Peter Franz • HE IS RISEN. JUST AS HE SAID. In our sermon today we see what happened the first Easter morning with those Jesus loved and with those who despised Him. Believe in Jesus today. He died and rose from the dead for you.
• Matthew 21:1-11 • Pastor Peter Franz • Have you ever discussed Jesus with someone and heard the question “Who Is This”? Did you know how to answer this question? In this sermon we hear of Matthews version of Palm Sunday and the events that pointed to Jesus as the Savior.
• Psalm 42 • Pastor Peter Franz • Are you in a moment of trial? Are you looking for help? Do you need someone to help you through a troubled time? In this sermon we see how the psalmist turns to the only One that can give him Hope in time of despair.
• Exodus 16 • Pastor Peter Franz • We need food daily to keep us going, but do we ever get bored by food? Do we get enough? Are we completely satisfied? In this sermon the Israelite's are grumbling about food and water in the wilderness. God provided what they needed for their physical and spiritual needs and God will also provide for our spiritual and physical needs today.
• Numbers 14:39-45 • Pastor Peter Franz • How do we handle reproof when we are wrong or discipline when we are disobedient? In this sermon we see how the Israelite's responded to Gods reproof and discipline after being told by God to enter the land He promised them and they rebelled.
• Mark 7:17-23 • Pastor Paul Nash • In our culture we are surrounded by many evil situations that need to be corrected. However people cannot come up with the solution for these matters as the real solution only God can provide.
• Genesis 2:18-25 • Pastor Peter Franz • Marriage between a loving husband and wife is a gift from God. In our sermon we will hear how God created, designed and performed it. Marriage is a wonderful gift and blessing from God.
• Acts 8:26-40 • Pastor Peter Franz • God has given all believers the privilege to be ministers of His word and preach the good news of Jesus. To share that He has saved us from our sin through His work on the cross and resurrection. In this sermon we will hear how God used Philip to help the Ethiopian eunuch understand the passage in the book of Isaiah and eventually brought him to believe in Christ.
• ‘Come!’ • Isaiah 55:1-13 • Pastor Peter Franz • God does not want anyone to be lost for eternity. He is calling sinners to salvation through His Son Jesus. In this sermon we will hear the call of God to come to salvation in the words of Isaiah.
• Matthew 25:14-30 • Pastor Peter Franz • God has blessed the believers with many things to use in our lives. God has intended those things to be used to glorify and honor Him in all that we do. Our sermon discusses the parable of the talents and what is required of us.
• ‘The Wonderful Hand of God’ • Psalm 139 • Pastor Peter Franz • Have you ever looked at your hands and considered all that you can do with them? Know and consider the wonderful hands of God and all that He has done for us - more than we can imagine. Psalm 139 tells of how wonderfully God has created us and that He knows all about us.
• The Response to Grace • Romans 12:1-5 • Chad Friestad • God does so much for us on a daily basis. As believers, are we responding to His will by the grace that He has given us? This grace allows us to use the talents God has richly blessed us with. In this sermon we see how Paul responds to the grace he is given to preach the gospel to all.
• Romans 15:14-33 • Pastor Peter Franz • Looking back - were you ever challenged as to what you would do when you got older and how you would attain your goal? In this sermon we see how Paul’s life changed as God calls him to serve to a special ministry. Are we up to the special challenge of what God wants us to be through His grace.
• ‘A Song of Salvation’ • Luke 1:67-80 • Pastor Gary Jorgenson • Have you ever found yourself speechless, not knowing what to say in a joy filled moment? In this sermon we hear Zacharias song of praise after his son John the Baptist is born able to speak with a song of praise and salvation.
• ‘Greater Still’ • Luke 1:26-56 • Pastor Peter Franz • When married adults have children they wonder what to name the child. In this sermon we hear of the announcement of the greatest name given to a child and the reactions to it...
• ‘Great in the Sight of the Lord’ • Luke 1:5-25 • Pastor Peter Franz • We are created by God in His Image for His purpose. In this sermon we read of the miraculous conception and birth of John the Baptist who was to be a forerunner of Jesus. John sought the Lord to understand his calling. Are we seeking the Lord and His plan for our lives?
• Luke 4:14-30 • Pastor Peter Franz • When we witness to family and friends about Jesus are we welcomed or ridiculed about our beliefs? In this sermon we see Jesus returning to Nazareth, where He was brought up. He is in the the synagogue on the Sabbath reading and preaching from Isaiah 61:1-2. See how the people respond to His message about the work that He is doing and how it convicts those in attendance.
• Psalm 126 • Pastor Peter Franz • Oh how wonderful is the freedom we have in the Lord. Freedom from condemnation, from death. Freedom to serve our God when we are in Jesus. In our sermon we hear what it means to be rescued from the captivity of the evil one and set free to serve our Savior.
• Exodus 13:17-14:4 • Pastor Lyndon Korhonen • As we navigate our daily lives do we get the feeling that we are off course? When we dabble in sin we are heading down the wrong road. Or when we feel off course God could be doing some peculiar leading to guide us the way He needs us to go. In this sermon we see how God leads His people out of Egypt for his purpose with His methods that display how great a God we have.
• ‘Open Our Eyes, Lord’ • 2 Kings 6:8-23 • Pastor Peter Franz • In our world today there are things that we cannot see unless God opens our eyes to see them. By nature we are blinded and only God can open our eyes. In 2 Kings chapter 6, we see how God opened the eyes of Elisha’s servant to see what God was doing around them. Pray that our eyes may be open to see the power of God around us.
• 2 Chronicles 20 • Pastor Peter Franz • Do you know Jesus? We all face not just physical death but eternal death and knowing Jesus saves us. We can praise Him today for the victory He has won over death on the cross through His resurrection. In our sermon we see how the people of Judah were saved by God through the actions of Jehoshaphat calling upon God to use His mighty weapons of warfare to defeat their enemies.
• ‘When the Battle Gets Personal’ • 1 Samuel 24 • Pastor Peter Franz • Do we ever want to take things into our own and hands and not consider the consequences? In this sermon we see how David allows God to control his mind and heart in the affairs between him and king Saul. Saul is jealous of David 's victory over Goliath. We see David leaves his concern with God and allows Him to guide.
• 1 Samuel 17 • Pastor Peter Franz • We may face situations that we can not overcome on our own. Jesus is the one to call on for victory. Jesus is the great giant killer because he defeated the grave, sin, and Satan through his suffering and death. In this sermon we see how God used David to defeat Goliath. David experienced little encouragement from those around him but he still won victories against his adversaries. God almighty had the victory at hand for David and Gods army.
• Joshua 7 • Pastor Peter Franz • We all face various battles and there some important things we need to know in order to prepare us. In this sermon we see how Joshua faces the problem of conquering Ai after the defeat of Jericho and the sin of Achan.
• Joshua 6 • Pastor Peter Franz • Our daily battles even when small, can overwhelm us. God has control over all of these and more. We just need to bring them before Him for he has a plan for us in every situation and will give us the victory. In this sermon Joshua, after getting a report from the spies about Jericho, seeks God's plan; God gives Jericho to the Israelite's when they follow His plan.
• Exodus 14 • Pastor Peter Franz • Do we find ourselves in situations with no hope for escape? We must turn to God who is Mighty to Save us from hopeless situations. He alone can rescue us from a powerful enemy through His son Jesus Christ's work on the cross. In this sermon we see how God saved the Israelite's from Pharaohs army. The Red Sea seemed like a hopeless obstacle, but God saved them!
• ‘Thus Far the Lord Has Helped Me’ • 1 Samuel 7:3-12 • Pastor James Molstre • As we go through life we may encounter situations where we must trust in Gods power alone. In today's sermon we are reminded to trust in the ever presence of God almighty and not false gods and symbols of power.
• 2 Chronicles 16:1-14 • Pastor Peter Franz • Paul describes our journey through life as a race in which we are running. Some days are good and some not so good. In our sermon we see how king Asa of Judah started his life journey very well seeking the Lord and doing His will. In his later years he turned from seeking the Lord and did what pleased himself. He did not finish his life well. Are you seeking God daily with an open heart so that you can be used of Him to do His will and glorify God?
• I Peter 1:22 – 2:3 • Chad Friestad • God’s word has great power which can affect our daily lives and those of others. In this sermon we see some how it can change our attitude, transform us and lead us to salvation through the work of Jesus. Come with an open heart to hear His word and accept the gift of salvation.
• II Corinthians 1:3-11 • Pastor Peter Franz • Can you praise the Lord and thank Him for all the situations that you are facing? In this sermon on Paul’s second letter to the Corinthians, we see how he is able to praise and thank the Lord in all his circumstance. Can you say ‘Praise the Lord Anyhow’?
• Exodus 36:1-7 • Pastor Peter Franz • In scripture we read that “God will supply all our needs according to His riches in glory in Christ Jesus” (Phil 4:19). In our sermon we find how we are to be good stewards of these God given gifts and be used of God to glorify Him in all that He has given us. Jesus is the most precious gift given to us. Accept Him as your savior to have eternal life.
• Matthew 7:24-29 • Pastor Peter Franz • Have you heard the words of Jesus? Have you responded to His call? In our sermon we hear the last portion of Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount concerning the wise and foolish builders. Will hear Him call you today, draw near to Him and respond accordingly? You never know when He will call you home to judgment.
• “Beware!” • Matthew 7:15-23 • Pastor Peter Franz • In our lives we are confronted by those that would try to lead us astray in word and deed. In this sermon Jesus tells us to BEWARE of those which would deceive us and how we are to continue in the scriptures testing the teaching of false prophets.
• Matthew 7:13-14 • Pastor Peter Franz • In our life time we travel many roads to get to our destinations. In this sermon we hear about which roads to take and the trust we must have in our Lord as we travel to our eternal destination.
• Luke 15:11-32 • Pastor Peter Franz • We rejoice in the fact that God sent His Son Jesus to earth to die on the cross so our sins would be forgiven. We rejoice that God is calling us to a personal relationship with Him because of what Jesus did on the cross for us. We rejoice for all God does in our lives. In this sermon we see how Jesus is calling sinners and tax collectors to Him and how rebukes the Pharisees and Scribes for not understanding what Jesus came to earth to do. We should rejoice for a soul that has been saved. Heaven will also rejoice in the saving of that soul.
• Luke 14:25-33 • Pastor Peter Franz • To be a disciple of Jesus means to take up our cross on a daily basis, and place Jesus first in our lives. Surrender to to His will and allow Him to lead us. In our sermon we will see that there is no such thing as ‘Christianity Lite’ when following Jesus.
• Job 1-2, 42 • Pastor Peter Franz • Todays Christian fathers are blessed in many ways by our heavenly Father. As they face daily challenges only our heavenly Father can provide help. In our sermon we will see how Job faced adversities from his family and friends; but Job received the great counsel of our God and Father.
• Acts 14:21-28 • Missionary Justo Pillman • Paul in all his missions journeys was guided by the Lord. In this sermon we hear what is required to "Complete the Circle of Missions".
• ‘Must I check My Brain at the Church Door’ • Col. 2:8 • Pastor John Eidsmoe • Christianity, is a true philosophy . It can hold its won in he market place of ideas, it is defendable in court rooms, in legislation, in college class rooms, in media and it deserves a fair hearing.
• Luke 11:5-13 • Pastor Peter Franz • As Jesus prayed to His Father in heaven, we also have that privilege to talk with Him. For our daily needs and that of others, in situations that we need His help, times of praising Him for blessing great and unearned. We should always come to Him as a first response and not as a last resort. Thank you Lord for all that you do for us....
• “A Mother’s Meeting with Jesus” • Matthew 8:14-15 • Pastor Peter Franz • God knows our needs especially for a savior. Mothers are special and recognize their need for Him daily. God sees their need and responds to their prayer and uses them in the work He has for them to take care of their family’s. Thank you Jesus for godly mothers, wives, mother-in-laws that you bless our family’s with. Use them to glorify Your holy Name.
• Daniel 1:1-21 • Pastor Peter Franz • No matter how young we are God will give us strength and guidance to be used by Him in a place of service. We may feel that we are standing alone in a culture that is turning from God's Word and values but He promises to be with us. Lord keep us humble and respectful as You use us to impact others that You may be glorified in all we do.
• Acts15:36-41 • Pastor Peter Franz • Do you get discouraged about the work you do each day? Maybe think about quitting as you deal with, disappointments, imperfect people, and various situations. Oh how wonderful to know that God is with us in the work He has given us to do. He will guide us, strengthen us, provide for us, and empower us. In Acts 15, Paul deals with a situation where he must select who he will work with, and yet Gods work continues in spite of dealing with differences and people.
• John 21 • Pastor Peter Franz • Daily we should have the desire be used by God for the plans He has for us. He has called us, provided for our needs and strengthened us so that He would be glorified. In this message the apostle Peter is restored back to ministry after he/Peter denied Jesus three times before the crucifixion. Oh Lord restore us to ministry that You have for us if we should turn from You.
Job 19:1-29 Pastor Peter Franz Are you in a life situation where your hope is diminished and you can not stop asking WHY things are the way they are. In this Easter message we see how Job, a man that had everything a man could want including a great hope for the future but looses everything and came to know his mediator, umpire, advocate, redeemer and savior. Come to Jesus this day and be reconciled to the Father.
• ‘Glory to GOD Alone’ • I Corinthians 1:18-31 • Pastor Peter Franz • We all like to boast a little in a humble way about, education, grades, money, children, awards, etc.. In this passage of scripture Paul tells us what to boast in. We should boast in the Lord.
• Romans 3:21-31 • Pastor Peter Franz • As we study scripture we see Gods great love for us and how we come to salvation through the sacrificial work of Christ on the cross. In his letter to the Christians Paul writes in Romans, how we are saved by Faith alone. This scripture is central to our understanding of salvation in what Christ has done for us.
• Titus 2:11-14 • Pastor Peter Franz • Oh how God loves us. When a sinner comes to Jesus and experiences Gods grace they are transformed by Him. Paul, in his letter to Titus shows us how we are changed through Gods grace.
No Other Way-Christ Alone’ • John 3:1-36 • Pastor Peter Franz • Today we hear of the next principal of the reformation. There is no other way but ‘Christ Alone’. In the message we hear about Gods love to us in the form of Jesus His only Son. How Jesus paid the price for our sin so we can gain eternal life with the Father in heaven.
• II Timothy 3:14-17 • Pastor Peter Franz • Paul writes to Timothy in the second letter about how the scriptures are Gods inspired word, its authority and how it is the foundation for ministry and relationship with the Lord. In this sermon we hear also how authority of the scripture was one of the principles of the Reformation.
• I Thessalonians 5:23-28 • Pastor Peter Franz • In this sermon we hear from Paul as he writes to the Thessalonians concerning a sanctified life. This can only be accomplished by being dependent on and allowing God to work in our lives. For without Him we are nothing.
• I Thessalonians 5:19-22 • Pastor Peter Franz • in our daily walk with the Lord the ministry of the Holy Spirit empowers us to live for Him. In this message we hear how Paul enlightens the Thessalonians to the many aspects of the ministry of the Holy Spirit and how to test what we see or hear from others that claim inspiration from the Holy Spirit.
• I Thessalonians 5:16-18 • Pastor Peter Franz • Each day we need to seek Gods will for our lives and allow Him to help and guide us through the day. In this sermon we hear of Paul’s response to the Thessalonian believers.
• I Thessalonians 5:14-15 • Pastor Peter Franz • As we live from day to day we should live as Christ did. We should be gospel motivated. As Paul is writing to the Thessalonians we see Gods instructions for living with others within the Body of Christ.
• I Thessalonians 5:12-13 • Pastor Peter Franz • Oh how wonderful to know that we have a Father in heaven that cares for us. A Savior that came to earth to die in our place for our sin and rise from the dead. To be members of a congregation of believers that labor together so that God would be glorified and Honored in all that he gives us to do. In this sermon Paul tells the Thessalonians of the honor that is due each member and how we should work together for Gods glory. We are all members of the family of God, the body of Christ.
• I Thessalonians 4:13-18 • Pastor Peter Franz • In this sermon we hear Paul talking to the Thessalonians about their concerns about all who have died and will not be present when Jesus comes the second time, especially their fellow believers.
• Luke 8:43-48 • Bryce McMinn • In this prolife Sunday message we hear about the issues surrounding abortion. Who It affects What is it impact and how Jesus can heal the wounds caused by abortion.
• Matthew 28:18-20 • Pastor Jim Rasmussen • We have been given the Great Commission from Jesus (Matthew 28:18-20) to make disciples of all nations. In today’s sermon we are told of needs to be the kind of witnesses God wants us to be for Him in doing this work.
• I Thessalonians 4:9-12 • Pastor Peter Franz • Daily we experience Gods great love for us. He gave His Son as a sacrifice for our sin that we can tell others of what He has done for us. We have a purpose to share this love with those around us. And we have a powerful source of love so that we can Excel in Love Through Him..
• Acts 4:1-22 • Pastor Peter Franz • In Acts 4, we see Peter after healing the crippled man in the name of Jesus, was confronted by the rulers of that day. They questioned and demanded that Peter no longer call upon the name of Jesus. Peter and John could only obey God and not the rulers. We are challenged by this sermon to be bold and proclaim the name of Jesus and the work that he has done on the cross and His resurrection to save us from our sins. Let us live this day and every day in Jesus name.
• Mark 2:1-12 • Pastor Peter Franz • We work daily to do what is right and make a difference but don’t always succeed. In this sermon we see how Jesus, comes to Capernaum, and makes a difference in the life of the man he heals but also in those in the crowd that gathers. He inspired faith in the men that brought the sick man to Jesus and caused anger in the religious leaders that where present. Unexpected changes came about that day when Jesus came to town.
• ‘A Glimpse into the Heart of a Disciple Maker’ • I Thessalonians 3:1-13 • Pastor Peter Franz • Being a disciple maker is more than asking someone if they would like receive Jesus as their savior and leading them in the prayer of salvation. It requires follow up. In this sermon we see how the apostle Paul worked with new believers and how he took responsibility to see that they were strengthen, nurtured, encouraged, and prayed over. When he had to leave Thessalonica Paul made sure that Timothy was there to help as a disciple maker.
• I Thessalonians 2:13-20 • Pastor Peter Franz • In times of troubles and trials it is important the we assess the future as well as the past and present. We know that Jesus will return and will reward those who are faithful in the ministry that Jesus has given us. It will be worth it all when we see Christ.
-Jeremiah 29:1-14; -Pastor Peter Franz; -God is at work daily in our lives. He wants us to know that our citizenship is in heaven with Him around His Throne praising and glorifying Him. He is teaching us to pray as we are in this world, seeking Him, to be salt and light in this culture.
God has equipped His people to love those around us that don’t know Jesus. We reach people through labors of love with steadfast hope through teaching, preaching and proclaiming the gospel that they would accept the life changing, soul saving message of Jesus. Paul describes that we are to be bold as athletes, faithful as stewards, gentle as mothers and encourage others as fathers.
TEXT: I Thessalonians 1:1-10 ; SERMON BY: Pastor Peter Franz; In our daily lives we need to thank God for using us to do His work. It is a work of faith, labor of love with a steadfastness of hope of which we praise God for and give Him all the glory. If we know Jesus it should be seen in us through our actions, reactions and attitude. If we are in Jesus we are a new creation.
-Genesis 32; Pastor Peter Franz; In life we are faced with many challenges - some that we do not have answers for. We need to seek God's will for us and surrender to it. He tests us and shapes us by these experiences to make us victorious so that His name will be glorified.
-Genesis 31; -Pastor Peter Franz ; -We were born into this world as if it were to revolve around us. As we grow some of us stay in this mode others learn early in life that it is not all about "me". As God directs our lives we are being molded, shaped and used by Him to glorify His name. it is all about Him
Genesis 29:1-30:24; Pastor Peter Franz ; Each day we face new challenges and situations. God uses these events to mold and shape our lives as we seek His face and trust in the finished work of Jesus for us on the cross. God is in the process of changing us into the image of His Son Jesus so that He will be glorified.
Genesis 28; Pastor Peter Franz ; Do we see ourselves making a mess of things in our relationships, circumstances or situations. Do we try to fix them on our own? In Genesis we see Jacob running for his life from his brother Esau after stealing a birthright and deceiving his father. God in turn had plans for Jacob and reveals them in a dream. We have nothing to fear even when we make a mess of things, as long as we allow God to lead and guide us.
• Luke 24:36-49 • Pastor Joel Rolf • In our lives we have times of trials, doubts and darkness. Jesus is always there reminding us that He cares and loves us in these times of need. He is our Light of Life. We have no need to be troubled with Him by our side. He will give us the strength to make it through these situations. Jesus calls us, through His Spirit to proclaim His glory, to share what He has done for us when he was crucified, and rose up from the dead. Friend, call upon Him in your time of need and accept what He has done for you for your salvation.
- Luke 24:1-12; - Pastor Peter Franz ; - Jesus died for our sins, and rose from the dead for victory over death. He is preparing a place for us in heaven to be with Him. He is our guaranteed passage to heaven. Put your trust in Him as your Savior today. It is Gods desire that none should perish.
Luke 19:28-48; Speaker: Pastor Peter Franz; Jesus is described as a man of sorrows. He wept at the tomb of Lazarus before bringing him back to life. As we celebrate Palm Sunday we see how Jesus wept over the city of Jerusalem and the people there because He knew what was to become of them. Jesus has promised to all forgiveness of sins through His completed work of dying on the cross to save us.
- Genesis 18:16-33 ; -Pastor Peter Franz ;- Our God judges justly and mercifully. He has judged our sin at the cross of Jesus so we need not experience judgment of the lake of fire for all eternity. The good news is that Jesus paid it all, all to Him we owe, sin had left a crimson stain, He washed it white as snow. Accept Jesus today.
- Genesis 18:1-15; -Pastor Peter Franz; - Jesus is in with us daily. He desires to meet and be with us through His word. He wants us to stand on the truth of His word and trust in His promises, and He is always ready to help and forgive. Only believe and call on His name.
- Genesis 17:1-27; - Pastor Peter Franz ; - We are given names by our parents at birth. These names may be significant within the family or to the parents. In the Old Testament God change Abram’s name to Abraham and Sarai’s to Sarah to indicate a covenant with them that they would have a son, in their old age, and would make Abraham the father of many nations. They were to call their son Isaac and God would make an everlasting covenant with him and his descendents. Thank God for the name above all names. That is the name of Jesus by which we are saved and called to be sons of God.
- Genesis 16:1-16; - Pastor Peter Franz ; - Detours can help us avoid obstacles & problems. When we encounter spiritual obstacles & problems we must not take matters into our own hands but bring our problems to Jesus. Sometimes we create our own detours in order to get around our spiritual problems but these can take us around God's plan for our lives. God will always welcome us back and restore us when we accept Jesus as our Savior and believe on His finished work on the cross and His resurrection.
- Genesis 15:1-21; Pastor Peter Franz ; -We are confronted at times by darkness that may overwhelm us. We need not be afraid of these times, because God is our shield and protection and gives us victory. We need to remember who God is. In our time of doubt His Word is will be our light and shield. We need not be afraid, for He promises to be with us always. Jesus You are our hope always and in time of need.
- Genesis 13:5-18; - Pastor Peter Franz ; -Our Father in heaven wants us to do a work in our hearts so we can be like His Son Jesus. We thank Jesus for His death and finished work on the cross; and HIS resurrection for our sanctification. Because of His work He can make us peace makers, putting others before our own selfish desires. He will show us how to live by faith not by sight, so that God will be glorified.
-Esther 3-4, 7-8; Pastor Peter Franz; God has created all life, loves it all and called it good. We see in history in the book of Esther where the lives of the Jews were threatened with annihilation at the hands of their captors. But God prevailed over evil. Today we see the destruction of the unborn in the womb. As we look back we see God's intervention and know that He has done great things in the past and He will prevail again in hours of need and urgency for us and our country. "Lord bring revival to our land".
-Genesis 12:10-13:4; -Pastor Peter Franz; -We are called daily to serve Jesus. To serve God we need to be in His will - if we try to work outside of Gods will we sin. As Abraham came back to the altars he built to God we must come back in repentance to the altar and be renewed in Him. Thank you Lord that You are faithful to restore, renew and refresh us daily and draw us back to You...
-Genesis 12:1-9; -Pastor Peter Franz; -God wants to leads us daily. He has a plan for our life. However we must seek Him first and all other things will be added unto us. We must live by faith in His promises to us through Jesus.
Titus 2:11-14 ; Pastor Peter Franz; In this blessed season of Christmas we celebrate Jesus first coming. We have a blessed hope for the future, for Jesus second coming. These are found in scripture in His promises to us. Jesus is waiting patiently, for all to come to Him and believe, before He returns again. It is Gods desire that none be left behind, that all will come to repentance.
- Romans 13:11-14; - Pastor Peter Franz ; - Each day that God gives us as believers is one day closer to our eternal hope of heaven. Daily we need to lay aside the deeds of darkness and put on the armor of God for daily living; We need to be careful that we do not give into the flesh to fulfill its lusts and desires. We need to be ready and awake as we do not know when the Lord will make His return, but it could be very soon!
- Matthew 24:36-51 ; - Pastor Peter Franz; - One day Jesus will come back. Even though we live in a day when people laugh, and mock such a thought, His word promises that He will return again. Since Jesus’ word is true and He is a faithful God, we do not know when it will happen but we need to be ready for it may be today. We must do the work God gives us to proclaim Him as Savior in truth and life. He is our Hope that we can stand upon.
- Colossians 1:9-14 - Pastor Peter Franz - We are wonderfully blessed by God through Jesus daily. Yet, we complain about many problems and troubles that we encounter but never thank God for his provisions and promises to us. O God teach us to joyfully thank and praise You in every situation.
-Psalm 32; - Pastor Peter Franz; -When we come to Jesus and confess our sins He is faithful to forgive our sins and break the chains of guilt because of what He did for us on the cross. Jesus shed blood will wash away our sins and remove them far as the east is from the west. This is His promise.
- Genesis 39:1-12 ; -Pastor Peter Franz ;-Temptations are a challenge of life that we face every day. Lust is one of them and we must deal with it as Joseph did in Egypt. Jesus is with us and will help us face this challenge and recognize the evil in it. We need to refuse to enter into the environment which it occupies, and run away from it so we will not be trapped as Joseph did. There will be temptations in our lives until Jesus comes. We must go to Him and surrender and accept His salvation for our sins, as Jesus went to the cross and died for our sins.
- II Chronicles 26; - Pastor Peter Franz - in our daily lives we have situations where we receive praise for things that we do. We must realize that only God deserves this praise. This can cause us to have great pride which we do not deserve. Pride will cause us to sin against God and others. We must recognize that pride causes one to fall, and that any success we have comes from God. We must be willing to receive the rebuke of Godly people or God will humble the proud.
- II Timothy; - Pastor Peter Franz; - When we have Jesus as our Savior we have nothing to fear in our daily lives. We can rest in His promises for He cares for us. We can trust in Him for the future. There is no need to fear when we witness for Jesus because we have victory in Him. As believers in our weakness He is strong; He makes us conquerors through Him because he loves us .
- I Kings 19; - Pastor Peter Franz; - God wants to help those of us who are discouraged. He wants to renew, refresh and meet the needs that we have as He did with Elijah in the cave. He will reveal His glory, grace and mercy to them. He is faithful, will give us rest and His care, that He will be glorified, honored and praised in the work that He will do through us.
-Genesis 45:1-11; - Pastor Peter Franz; - Daily we can look back at events or experiences that have hurt or wounded us spiritually. Satan wants to come in to our lives and make us bitter about these events. We need ask the Lord for strength and grace to battle these situations and not let the past hinder our walk with the Lord and cause problems with relationships. We must choose to overcome bitterness, asking God for help and forgiveness in these situations.
-Philippians 4:4-9; - Pastor Peter Franz ; - We are Gods creation and made in His image. We were not created to worry, be frustrated, or anxious. Instead we need to praise God and rejoice in challenges which are placed before us. If we are consistent in prayer to God for help and meditating on Gods promises He will keep us from dwelling on frustrations and things that we have done or failed to do. We need not carry them alone. Jesus has completed the work on the cross to forgive us of our sins if we believe in Him as our Savior. Believe on Him today.
-Ephesians 4:25-32; -Pastor Peter Franz; -In our daily lives we all come across situations that make us angry. We must understand which kind of anger we are dealing with. A holy anger which is against sinful situations or a sinful anger which causes harm emotionally and physically to us and others, but also grieves God’s Holy Spirit. We must determine which it is and deal with it, asking for His help.
- Ephesians 6:5-9; Pastor Peter Franz; - The Lord has given us work that we may provide for the needs of ourselves and our families. The work that we do is a gift from God, and everyday we serve Him doing the work He has provided for us to do. Though the jobs may not be what we want He has given us these jobs to glorify His name and influence others for Him. He gives us power to carry out our work by filling us with the Holy Spirit to give us an attitude to praise and glorify Him.
-Genesis 11:1-9; -Pastor Peter Franz; - At the time of the tower of Babel there was one language and it was not being used to praise and glorify God. Those that lived on the earth after the global flood sought glory for themselves. In order to prevent any harm to humanity God caused the people to speak different languages. There are people today that still seek to be exalted and make a name for themselves. Then there are those that seek the will and face of Jesus so that He would be glorified. Which group are you in?
-Genesis 7-9; -Pastor Peter Franz ; - The global flood of Noah’s day is a reminder to us of how our God is a mighty, powerful and loving God. He sees our sinful ways but will not destroy us or allow us to destroy one another without consequences. We need to come to Him on a daily basis, seek His face and ask forgiveness for our sins through our Savior Jesus Christ Who paid the price of our sins by dying on the cross for us.
-Genesis 6:1-22; -Pastor Peter Franz; -God grieved in the days of Noah because of disobedience to Him and His Word. God commanded Noah to build an ark to save him, his household and two of every living creatures (male and female) from His wrath for the wickedness in the world at that time. God grieves again today because of what He sees in our culture. The violence disobedience, marriages that end in divorce, homosexuality, abortion, and all other wickedness. We need to obey His commands by faith and trust in Jesus as our savior..
Genesis 5 ; Pastor Peter Franz ; Because of what Jesus has done for us, every day should have significance in service to the Lord. We need not fear eternity because we know that we will be with Him. We have a living hope through Jesus resurrection. This hope is what we should be standing on, trusting in the Lord and the Lord alone. Let these life lessons found in a genealogy teach us our need for a savior, Jesus Christ
- Genesis 4:1-16;-Pastor Peter Franz;-God does not want us to be as Cain was before and after the slaying of Abel his brother. We must not to continue in anger but be open to the work of God so our hearts will not be hardened when we sin. We must be contrite and be open to God’s leading. Jesus died for our sin so we can come to Him confess, and accept what Jesus did for us on the cross. Open your heart to Him today..
Genesis 3:8-24 ; Pastor Peter Franz ; We all are sinners just as Adam and Eve were and are guilty of sinning in thought, word and deed. We even sin when we do not do that which is right to do. But God loved us so much that his son Jesus came willingly into this world, taking on human flesh - Jesus paid the price for our sins, by dying on the cross as our sacrifice, then he rose from the dead and is coming again to take back with him to heaven all who believe in Him. God does not want us to live with the burden of sin, for 'There is no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus', Rom. 8:1.
Genesis 3:1-6 ; Pastor Peter Franz ; Today, we are tempted in the same way that Adam and Eve were tempted by Satan in the garden of Eden. Satan causes us to doubt God’s word and His promises and tries to make us deny and question what God is saying and has provided for us. Satan wants us to defame God and His provisions to us. But we have Jesus our Savior, who is the new Adam. Jesus was also tempted by Satan and had victory over Satan by standing on the infallible word of God.
Genesis 2:18-25 ; Pastor Peter Franz; Marriage, is God’s idea for a man and a woman. God provided everything that Adam needed but had not provided his helper - someone compatible, like him, who would complement him. We find God’s design for marriage in truth through His word where we will see Him declare the need for marriage, provide solutions in marriage, and reveal His plan. Husband and wife need to seek this truth in God’s word and to seek and serve the Lord together.
I Samuel 16:1-23 ; Pastor Peter Franz; God desires to use us on a daily basis to glorify and honor Him. This is done when He anoints us and fills us with His holy Spirit. He consecrates us with His grace, mercy and forgiveness through the shed blood of Jesus Christ to set us apart for Himself. Through the power of His Spirit He gives us all that we need to be the kind of servants that He would want us to be.
Genesis 1:26-31; Pastor Peter Franz; Man was the final creation in God’s plan. Man was created in the image and likeness of God. God created them male and female. God created everything that they and we need to be used for His glory. Man is a personal, moral, eternal being. But we have sinned and all turned to our own ways away from God’s word the foundation for our existence. God sent Jesus to be our Savior to restore and return us to glorify God intended us for His creation.
Text: Genesis 1:1-25 ; Pastor Peter Franz ; In Genesis 1, we read that we are all God’s handy work along with everything around us. We are created in His image, created to glorify God and His greatness and all that all that He has done. There is no chance involved as there is in evolution. We and everything else were made for a purpose. To not believe what and how God created all things would be a sin. Thank God for Jesus who came to earth to be our savior.
Speaker: Missionary Ben Jore; Text: Psalm 96:3; Daily we need to tell others about God. We are commanded by Him to declare His Glory to all nations, to tell of what He has done for us. There is no God as great as our creator, savior and comforter. We must bring this message to all that are around us. In our family, neighbors, boss, coworkers.
Text: I Timothy 6:17-21; Speaker: Pastor Peter Franz ; God our Father has richly blessed us with all the things we need on a daily basis. As stewards of all this blessing from above we should not be proud because we know that it is all a gift from God. We should not place our hope in the earthly riches that could be lost in an instant. We should not be selfish but give for the work of the kingdom of God and lay up treasures in heaven. We must come to Jesus to see what He will have us do with these gifts from above.
• Genesis 22:1-13a ; • Pastor Charles Bergstedt ; • Daily we must take steps of faith to accomplish what the Lord has for us to do. In Genesis 22:1-13a we read of the faith that Abraham had when tested by God after he received the son he had prayed for. Can we be strong as Abraham? We can when we take the step of faith to believe that Jesus is our Savior and that He died for our sins. Trust in Jesus today.
Text: John 2:1-11 ; Speaker: Pastor Peter Franz ; Mothers have been entrusted by God with the training up of their children especially the need for prayer. In this message God shows us where to go for our needs; what we say to God for our needs is of importance regarding submission to Gods will; good will occur in abundance and at the right time according to His will for us.
text: I Timothy 6:11-16; Speaker: Pastor Peter Franz ; Notes: Daily we are challenged to be men and women of God. We must flee from sin that will not drag us done as God uses us. A right relationship with God is needed that we may pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, patience, meekness. We must fight the good fight of faith and stand for the truth found in Gods word. We must be faithful and ready to confess our trust in God and His word, and must never compromise. Must be strong but meek.
I Timothy 6:6-10; Pastor Peter Franz; At times we are discontented with what God has provided looking for something better in this world, though the things in the world will pass away. He will help us to learn how to be content as He works in us. We can do all things through Jesus Who gives us strength.
TEXT: I Timothy 6:3-5 ; SPEAKER: Pastor Peter Franz ; At times we are confronted by those teaching the doctrines and scriptures we are not familiar with. These teachings must be discerned for godliness and if they are teachings of Jesus. We should be as the Bereans and search the scriptures so that the truth and unity is found and that there is no division.
text: Matthew 28:1-15; Speaker: Pastor Peter Franz ; As we celebrate this Resurrection Sunday we see how Jesus was victorious over sin, death and Satan’s power. Jesus shook up many people in different places; the guards at his grave; the women who came to the tomb; and the disciples that Jesus talked to on the road to Emmaus. Everyone who believes in Jesus resurrecting power for salvation, will be adopted into the family of God the Father, becoming brothers and sisters with Jesus Christ.
Text: Mark 11:1-10; Speaker: Pastor Peter Franz ; We are given every day from God. In each day we can be triumphant when listen to Jesus detailed instruction in His word. We must trust what He says to us along with His promises and obey what Jesus tells us to do and say. Jesus came for us to die on the cross and be triumphant over sin. Jesus paid the full price for our sins.
text: I Timothy 6:1-2; Speaker - Pastor Peter Franz ; • Daily we need to assess and understand what it means to be under authority wherever we are - home, work, country, job or in our congregation. The Lord has ordained that we live under authority. As employees we need to honor those God has placed over us by our attitude and our actions. We need to ask God for the strength to live our lives so that we bring honor to God’s word and name.
• I Timothy 5:17-25 • Pastor Peter Franz • As members of a congregation we need be thankful to God for those that are in leadership especially our pastors. Pastors need to be honored for their hard work of preaching, teaching and working for the Lord. Pastors are human and need to be disciplined justly and willing to learn for the sake of the congregation. The congregation must select carefully men of leadership who love God and His word, are men of character with godliness as servants for Jesus.
- I Timothy 5:1-6 ; Pastor Peter Franz; - Jesus loves us so much that He needs to confront us about problems we have. We need to accept these confrontations graciously when they come from others. He wants us to care for and love others the same. When we desire the best for others we need to confront them, about problems graciously so that persons can be restored. We must be encouragers. We cannot run from our problems or those of others. We all need Jesus as our Savior.
- I Timothy 4:6-16 ; - Pastor Peter Franz ; Jesus came to earth to be a servant not to be served. In out daily lives we need to be servants for Jesus and lay down our lives for the sake of others. To give what Jesus has given us that others would come to know Him as their savior. He will teach us what it means to serve Him.
-I Timothy 4:1-5; - Pastor Peter Franz; -We are living in a world that is vastly abandoning the Word of God. We do not want to be deceived. We need to search the scriptures daily to seek Gods truth and acknowledge His goodness. We need to joyfully and thankfully receive His wonderful provision for our salvation and daily needs.
Text: I Timothy 3:14-16; Speaker: Pastor Peter Franz; Daily we must conduct ourselves as members of the household of God. We must live as those who have been bought with a price, he Blood of Christ. We are of he family of the Living God in His Living Church. We are called to be pillars and support of His truth through Jesus.
Text: Matthew 14:22-33; Speaker: Seminarian Ryan Tonneson; " In our daily lives we can be like Peter in our comfortable boats. If we had enough faith to get out of our boat God will do great things through us. We must learn from Peters example to keep our eyes on Jesus or we will sink. It is the power in Jesus words which sustain our faith."
Text: I Timothy 3:8-13; Speaker: Pastor Peter Franz; Those in leadership within the church need Gods help continually. They realize their weakness and seek Gods wisdom, power and strength. Gods power is made perfect in our weakness. God will see us through to bring glory and praise to His name.
Text: I Timothy 3:1-7; Speaker: Pastor Peter Franz; God will put a call and desire in the hearts of those individuals that he would use in His ministry. The Lord challenges and gives encouragement and strength for what is needed in His ministry work. We need Him every hour of every day to guide us in His truth.
Text: 1 Timothy 2:9-15; Speaker: Pastor Peter Franz ; We are called by God daily to a living relationship with Him. Jesus has taken the curse of sin upon Himself for us that our lives are changed. The way we live, our actions, and attitude.
Text: I Timothy 2:1-8; Speaker: Pastor Peter Franz; Sermon: We need to have a relationship with the Lord so that we can be used by God. We must start this daily on our knees in prayer. Prayer is a daily priority of believers to have fellowship with God so He can teach us to pray and plead for the souls of men and point people to Jesus.