Sheridan Lutheran Church: Recent Episodes
Sheridan Lutheran Church
Sheridan Lutheran Church is a community of Christ’s faithful followers physically located in Lincoln, NE but sharing the Gospel beyond. This podcast is mainly a collection of sermons from our weekly worship services as well as a weekly devotion. Find out more about Sheridan: sheridanlutheran.org
Devotion Writer: Julie Anderson
Series: (Extra)Ordinary Days | Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:11-12
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Release Date: 06/20/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
(Extra)ordinary Days | Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:9-12
Faith talk questions: Are you aware of “toxic masculinity?” How would you define it?
Have you ever mentored someone before? Did you do so formally, or informally?
Date: 06/16/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Cheryl Stubbendieck
Series: (Extra)Ordinary Days | Scripture: Isaiah 55:6-7
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Release Date: 06/13/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Sarah Ruch, Danette Miller & Maya Luckner
(Extra)ordinary Days | Scripture: John 15:12-17
Faith talk questions: How do you define 'Missions and Outreach'?
How do you take part in 'Missions and Outreach' in your life?
Date: 06/09/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Matt Clay
Series: (Extra)Ordinary Days | Scripture: John 2:1-12
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Release Date: 06/06/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
(Extra)ordinary Days | Scripture: John 2:1-12
Faith talk questions: Do experience “expectation gaps” in your life? Has something never quite panned out to be what you thought it would be?
Was there an expectation gap between what marriage is like and what you thought it would be?
Date: 06/02/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Fran Baatz
Narrated by: Pam Magdanz
Series: (Extra) Ordinary Days | Scripture: Revelation 21:1-7
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Release Date: 05/30/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
(Extra)ordinary Days | Scripture: Revelation 21:1-7
Faith talk questions: How do you usually celebrate Memorial Day? Did you celebrate it differently when you were a child? As a society, have we forgotten what this holiday is about?
What qualities do we remember of those who have died in war?
Date: 05/26/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Cindy Swanson
Series: (Extra) Ordinary Days | Scripture: Joshua 1:5-9
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Release Date: 05/23/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Sarah Ruch
(Extra)ordinary Days | Scripture: Joshua 1:5-9, Acts 2:1-4
Faith talk questions: If you think about graduation as any time you moved on or forward from something, how many 'graduations' do you think you've experienced throughout life?
What have you most recently 'graduated' from? Given your specific 'graduation', what might God be sending you out to do?
Date: 05/19/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
(Extra)ordinary Days | Scripture: Mark 7:24-30
Faith talk questions: Was there a moment in your life when you turned a corner about your self perception?
Have you ever considered that we get our concepts about God from our parents?
Date: 05/12/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Michelle Oetken
What Will Rise | Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20 & Proverbs 16:3-4
Faith talk questions: What’s your favorite family travel story? Do you pray before travels?
When was the last time you drove or walked a very long way? If not alone, what did you talk about?
Date: 05/05/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Preston Thiemann
Narrated by: Mark Klasek
Series: What Will Rise? | Scripture: John 21:15-19
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Release Date: 05/02/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
What Will Rise | Scripture: John 21:15-19, Proverbs 23:15-16
Faith talk questions: Did your parents use your middle name when angry with you?
How easily do you express your love in words? Does saying, “I love you” come easily or is it difficult for you to say?
Date: 04/28/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Sarah Ruch
What Will Rise | Scripture: John 20:24-29 & Proverbs 3:5-6
Faith talk questions: In Greek, the word translated as 'doubt' in John 20:27 can also be translated as 'unbelief'. What do you think is the difference in these two words?
Date: 04/21/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Michelle Oetken
What Will Rise | Scripture: John 20:19-23 & Psalm 56:3-4
Faith talk questions: Do you know anyone who is in a difficult situation?
When was the last time you felt the need for courage?
Date: 04/14/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Janece Nelson
Series: What Will Rise? | Scripture: John 20:1-18
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Release Date: 04/11/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
What Will Rise | Scripture: Luke 24:13-34
Faith talk questions: Did you have a childhood hero? Who was it? Why were they?
Who in your life do you consider growing into a better version of themselves? Who in your life do you consider growing into a worse version of themselves?
Date: 04/07/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Pastor Greg Bouvier
Series: What Will Rise? | Scripture: John 20:1-18
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Release Date: 04/04/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
What Will Rise | Scripture: John 20:1-18
Faith talk questions: Are you aware of the different "personas" you have? Do you feel like you play different roles for different people?
What is your favorite roll to play?
Date: 03/31/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Cindy Swanson
Series: Passionate About Compassion | Scripture: Matthew 21:1-17
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Release Date: 03/28/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Sarah Ruch
Passionate About Compassion | Scripture: Matthew 21:1-17
Faith talk questions: What is the focus of each day for you? Do you spend more time seeking gains in measurable financial or worldly power, or do you prioritize the care of those who are oppressed and outcast?
Date: 03/24/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Cheryl Stubbendieck
Series: Passionate About Compassion | Scripture: John 2:1-11, & 19:25b-29
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Release Date: 03/21/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Michelle Oetken
Passionate About Compassion | Scripture: John 2:1-11, & 19:25b-29
Faith talk questions: Do you have a favorite nativity display?
What do you remember about how Mary, the Mother of Jesus, looks like in that display?
What do you remember about Mary?
Date: 03/17/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Randy Hawthorne
Series: Passionate About Compassion | Scripture: Matthew 16:13-26
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Release Date: 03/14/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
Passionate About Compassion | Scripture: Matthew 16:13-26
Faith talk questions: Have you done much work with organizational values? Did you grow up with a sense of what were the most held values of your parents?
Do you notice when Jesus seems to be unfairly harsh to his disciples? How do you feel about that?
Date: 03/10/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Fran Baatz
Narrated by Suzan Lund
Series: Passionate About Compassion | Scripture: Matthew 26:14-16, 20-24, Luke 22:47-48
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Release Date: 03/07/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Michelle Oetken
Passionate About Compassion | Scripture: Matthew 26:14-16, 20-24, Luke 22:47-48
Faith talk questions: What judgements have you made in your life that have turned out to be wrong? In what ways have others betrayed you? What ways have you betrayed others?
Date: 03/03/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Cindy Swanson
Series: Passionate About Compassion | Scripture: John 11:45-50, Matthew 26:62-66, Luke 23:33-35
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Release Date: 01/11/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
Passionate About Compassion | Scripture: John 11:45-50, Matthew 26:62-66, Luke 23:33-35
Faith talk questions: Do you have things that you like to keep perfect? What are they and why do you want them perfect?
How neat and tidy are you? Do you know anyone for whom their commitment to neatness has gotten in the way of their relationships?
Date: 02/25/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Pastor Greg Bouvier
Series: Passionate About Compassion | Scripture: Mark 1:35-39 & 14:32-42
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Release Date: 02/22/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Sarah Ruch
Passionate About Compassion | Scripture: Mark 1:35-39 & 14:32-42
Faith talk questions: In your prayer life, how often do you allow time for God to respond?
Thinking back on your life, can you see times when your prayers were responded to through people or events? Remember that this may be a response that you hoped for or one that you didn't, but still affected your life in some way.
Date: 02/18/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Glenda Clare
Series: Survival of the Friendliest | Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11
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Release Date: 02/15/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
Survival of the Friendliest | Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11
Faith talk questions: Have you thought about why you have friends? Are you a person who gives more to, or gets more from your friends?
How difficult is it for you to ask for help or receive a gesture of kindness? How often do you return a gesture of kindness?
Date: 02/11/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Joanna Clay
Series: Survival of the Friendliest | Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-7, 11-16
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Release Date: 02/08/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Michelle Oetken
Survival of the Friendliest | Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-7, 11-16
Faith talk questions: What has God called you to do? Has it changed over time?
Are you thriving where you are at right now? Physically, Emotionally, Spiritually? If not, how can your Sheridan community help? What are steps that you could take to improve, your health in these areas.
Date: 02/04/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Preston Thiemann
Devotion Narrator: Jared Rechsteiner
Series: Survival of the Friendliest | Scripture: Matthew 18:1-6, 10-20
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Release Date: 02/01/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
Survival of the Friendliest | Scripture: Matthew 18:1-6, 10-20
Faith talk questions: How much do you spoil your pet? Does spoiling your pet bring you joy, do you regret it, or both?
Do you have roots in, or ever lived in a small town? What were your friendships like there?
Date: 01/28/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Lori Snyder-Sloan
Series: Survival of the Friendliest | Scripture: Acts 2:42-47
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Release Date: 01/25/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
Survival of the Friendliest | Scripture: Acts 2:42-47
Faith talk questions: What lessons did you learn from the COVID 19 pandemic? Do you feel like our societal attitudes about loneliness have changed? If so, how?
If cooperation and communication are the keys to survival, why has our society put so much emphasis on being independent and unwilling to ask for support?
Date: 01/21/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Sarah Ruch
Survival of the Friendliest | Scripture: Romans 12:9-21
Faith talk questions: Do you tend to think positively or negatively about others and their actions?
Date: 01/14/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Pastor Greg Bouvier
Series: Survival of the Friendliest | Scripture: John 15: 12-15
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Release Date: 01/11/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
Survival of the Friendliest | Scripture: John 15: 12-15
Faith talk questions: Jesus calls us “friends.” What do you think he meant by using that particular word? Do you believe Jesus calls us to love in this way?
Date: 01/07/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Sarah Ruch
New Years Eve | Scripture: Luke 2:22-40
Faith Talk Questions: Does the new year cause you anxiety or fill you with hope? Why?
Are there spiritual disciplines that you could strengthen in the new year? Could prayer or Scripture reading be a goal for you in the new year to come?
12/31/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Sarah Ruch
Born in Love | Scripture: John 1:1-14
Faith Talk Questions: Do you have any memories that come to mind when you hear today’s Bible passage?
What do you pack for a time of travel? Do you tend to over pack or under pack?
12/24/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Michelle Oetken
Series: Born in Love | Scripture: Luke 2:1-6
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Release Date: 12/21/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Michelle Oetken
Born in Love | Scripture: Luke 2:1-6
Faith Talk Questions: Do you have any memories that come to mind when you hear today’s Bible passage?
What do you pack for a time of travel? Do you tend to over pack or under pack?
12/17/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Sarah Ruch
Devotion Narrator: Diane Dames
Series: Born in Love | Scripture: Luke 1:26-38
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Release Date: 12/14/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
Born in Love | Scripture: Luke 1:39-56
Faith Talk Questions: Do you have a favorite Christmas carol?
Do you listen to music more often during the Christmas season?
Do you respond and work through your emotional issues with the help of music?
12/10/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Randy Hawthorne
Series: Born in Love | Scripture: Luke 1:26-38
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Release Date: 12/07/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Sarah Ruch
Born in Love | Scripture: Luke 1:26-38
Faith Talk Questions: How do you carry Christ with you? In what ways can you be the ‘theotokos’ (God-bearer) in your life?
Reflect on who you view Mary as. How does this change or affect your daily faith?
12/03/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Janece Nelson
Series: Thankful Enough | Scripture: Psalm 136:1, 23-26
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Release Date: 11/29/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
Thankful Enough | Scripture: Psalm 136:1, 23-26
Faith Talk Questions: What is the most interesting worship space you’ve ever been in? In your opinion, what makes it unique?
Did you grow up singing the Psalms? Are you aware of their history in worship?
11/26/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Julie Anderson
Series: Thankful Enough | Scripture: Matthew 11:25-30
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Release Date: 11/23/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
Thankful Enough | Scripture: Matthew 11:25-30
Faith Talk Questions: How well do you do at saying thank you to others? The people you know well? The people in the service industry you interact with just once?
11/19/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Cheryl Stubbendieck
Series: Thankful Enough | Scripture: Colossians 3:12-17
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Release Date: 11/16/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Michelle Oetken
Thankful Enough | Scripture: Colossians 3:12-17
Faith Talk Questions: What are some small things in your life for which you can be thankful?
Who do you know who practices thankfulness on a regular basis?
How can you cultivate thankfulness in your life? When will you do it?
11/12/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Pastor Greg Bouvier
Series: Thankful Enough | Scripture: Psalm 107:1-9, 43
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Release Date: 11/09/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
Thankful Enough | Scripture: Psalm 107:1-9, 43
Faith Talk Questions: If you had only one prayer to pray, what would it be?
How grateful do you feel day-to-day? How grateful would those who know you well say that you are, day-to-day?
Where do you think we are, as a collective people, regarding gratitude? Are we more or less grateful than previous generations? Which direction are we headed?
11/05/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Fran Baatz | Narrated by Suzan Lund
Series: Re:Form | Scripture: Romans 8:21-28
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Release Date: 11/02/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Sarah Ruch
Re:Form | Scripture: Romans 3:21-28
Faith Talk Questions: Reflect on the faith you held in the past and the faith you hold today. How has this faith changed over the years
How do you want your faith to look going forward?
10/29/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Cindy Swanson
Series: Re:Form | Scripture: Romans 12
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Release Date: 10/26/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
Re:Form | Scripture: Romans 12
Faith Talk Questions: Were you raised celebrating Reformation Sunday? If so, what was that like for you?
Does it sometimes feel like being a person of faith is a burden? Do you use your faith to question why you suffer? Do you use your faith to hold yourself in check regarding your behavior?
10/22/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Michelle Oetken
Reach | Scripture: Philippians 4:10-20
Faith Talk Questions: Who do you know who has made it through a rough time? How did they make it through?
Do you have a favorite Bible verse or Bible story? Do you have a story about how you learned it?
10/15/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Glenda Clare | Narrated by Diane Dames
Series: Reach | Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9
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Release Date: 10/12/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
Reach | Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9
Faith Talk Questions: How familiar are you with Philippians 4:4-9? Do you recognize these verses?
Can you name a time when you reached for something and were able to find satisfaction in the effort?
10/08/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Joanna Clay
Series: Reach | Scripture: Philippians 3:12-4:1
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Release Date: 10/05/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
Reach | Scripture: Philippians 3:12-4:1
Faith Talk Questions: How do you feel about prayer as connected to sports? Can you see the ways in which athletes feel like they develop faith in God?
Are you one who sets goals? Why or why not?
10/01/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Michelle Oetken
Reach | Scripture: Philippians 3:1-11
Faith Talk Questions: Do you know stories from your family history? Which ones are your favorite? Which ones have you shared with others?
What are some of the gifts God has given to you? Are you using them for God’s glory?
09/24/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Janece Nelson
Series: Reach | Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11
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Release Date: 09/21/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Sarah Ruch
Reach | Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11
Faith Talk Questions: What examples of selfless giving did you see in your own life or in the news this week? How did this selfless giving make you feel?
When you read Philippians 2:1-11 and hear of Christ’s humble sacrifice, what emotions are stirred up in you? Do these emotions move you to live in a like manner?
09/17/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Pastor Greg Bouvier
Series: Reach | Scripture: Philippians 1:3-11
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Release Date: 09/14/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
Reach | Scripture: Philippians 1:3-11
Faith Talk Questions: What do you imagine heaven and hell to be like?
What makes you strive to be your best? What area of life has driven you to be more than you thought you could be?
09/10/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
Starting Well | Scripture: Luke 7:36-50
Faith Talk Questions: Have you ever thought that faith plus good works were enough to be a good Christian?
When you hear the story of the sinful woman who is forgiven, is there a specific character you identify with?
Date: 09/03/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Michelle Oetken
Starting Well | Scripture: Luke 10:1-9
Faith Talk Questions: Do you like to travel? Where are your favorite places to go?
Are you one who over packs? Have you ever lost your luggage?
What are you carrying with you in your heart? How can you begin to travel lighter?
Date: 08/27/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Sarah Ruch
Starting Well | Scripture: Isaiah 43:1-4
Faith Talk Questions: Think back to a time when you felt deeply loved by someone. How did that love make you feel? Now imagine the magnitude of God’s love for you. How does God’s love make you feel?
Date: 08/20/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
Starting Well | Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-14
Faith Talk Questions: How do you find joy? How regularly do you experience joy?
Does figuring out your calendar feel like a challenge to you? What factors influence your decisions on what you will do? What pressures or motivators do you feel?
Date: 08/13/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
Sheroes | Scripture: Luke 8:1-3 & Luke 24:1-10
Faith Talk Questions: Have you reflected on Mary Magdalene’s journey?
Date: 08/06/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Michelle Oetken
Sheroes | Scripture: Judges 4:4-10
Faith talk questions: What are characteristics that leaders demonstrate?
Date: 07/30/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Michelle Oetken
Sheroes | Scripture: Ruth 1:1-5, 11-18
Faith Talk Questions: How does faith help us get through tough situations? How does our faith community help us?
Date: 07/23/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Joanna Clay
Series: Sheroes | Scripture: Romans 16:1-2, 17-19, 25-27
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Release Date: 07/20/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Sarah Ruch
Sheroes | Scripture: Romans: 16:1-2, 17-19, 25-27
Faith talk questions: How are you transformed by what we do in worship that takes effect in the work you do in your daily life?
Date: 07/16/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Cheryl Stubbendieck
Series: Sheroes | Scripture: Luke 10:38-42
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Release Date: 07/13/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Michelle Oetken
Sheroes | Scripture: Luke 10:38-42
Faith talk questions: Going forward, when is a time when you can discern the time to sit and listen, or the time to go and do?
Date: 07/09/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Pastor Sarah Ruch
Series: Sheroes | Scripture: Esther 4:13-17
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Release Date: 07/06/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Sarah Ruch
Sheroes | Scripture: Esther 4:13-17
Faith talk question: Esther and Corrie were called by God to speak the Word of God into their tragic circumstances. Is there a place in your life that God might be calling you to speak the Word of God?
Date 07/02/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
Scripture: John 2:1-12
Faith talk questions: What's your favorite memory from Vacation Bible School or another faith formation activity you participated in when you were young?
What routines or habits do you have in place that help you actively live your faith on a daily basis? What might you do to help form these better?
Date: 06/25/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Ian Hartfield
Scripture: Psalm 103:1-2
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Release Date: 06/22/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Sarah Ruch
Scripture: John 8:12 & Colossians 3:12-17
Faith talk questions: In what ways could you put more trust in God and less trust in the ways of the world?
Date: 06/18/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Janece Nelson
Series: VBS Sunday | Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16
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Release Date: 06/15/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Michelle Oetken
VBS Sunday | Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16
Faith talk questions: If you have attended Vacation Bible School, what is your favorite memory?
Date: 06/11/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Randy Hawthorne
Series: Seeking Peace | Scripture: Genesis 15:12-18
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Release Date: 06/08/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
Seeking Peace | Scripture: Genesis 15:12-18
Faith talk questions: Have you ever thought about the nuance between “believing in God” and “believing God?” Have you ever felt your faith was enough to reckon you as righteous before God?
Date: 06-04-2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Sarah Ruch
Seeking Peace | Scripture: 1 Kings 5: 1-12
Faith talk questions: What wars are you facing today? Are these wars hindering your ability to truly worship?
Date: 05-28-2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Cindy Swanson
Series: Seeking Peace | Scripture: Psalm 85
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Release Date: 05/25/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Greg Bouvier
Seeking Peace | Scripture: Psalm 85
Faith talk questions: Do you have an old bible in your home that has sentimental value? Where does that value come from?
05/21/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Michelle Oetken
Seeking Peace | Luke 2:26-38 & 46-48
Faith Talk Questions: What is your favorite childhood memory?
Growing up, who is someone who had an influence in your life?
Who is someone you influence?
How does your faith life influence all of these questions?
05/14/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Julie Anderson
Series: Seeking Peace | Scripture: Mark 9:49-50
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Release Date: 05/11/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
Seeking Peace | Mark 9:33-37, 42-50
Faith Talk Questions: What are some of the favorite music groups you grew up listening to? Why was their music so appealing?
How would you describe the difference between peace and harmony?
Do you often feel yourself competing with others? What drives you to be great? What is your metric for greatness?
05/07/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Fran Baatz, Narrated by: Suzan Lund
Series: Seeking Peace | Scripture: Galatians 5:16-26
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Release Date: 05/04/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
Seeking Peace | Galatians 5:16-26
Faith Talk Questions: Is there a graduation ceremony you went to that was memorable? Why was it? What do you remember about your commencement ceremony? What is the best gift you could give a graduate? What is the best advice you could give a graduate?
How often do you strive to be “free?” How often do you try to take on responsibility? How often do you try to get out from under responsibility?
04/30/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Vanessa Roof
Series: Seeking Peace | Scripture: Luke 24:13-35
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Release Date: 04/27/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Sarah Ruch
Seeking Peace | Luke 24:13-35
Faith Talk Questions: Can you think of a time when you felt as if you were walking a long road with many questions? Reflect on the ways that you saw or felt God's presence with you during that time.
How does Holy Communion help shape your faith? Do you see, feel, or hear God's presence with you as you partake in this holy meal?
04/23/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Michelle Oetken
Seeking Peace | John 20:19-23
Faith Talk Questions: What is the best gift you have ever given? What made it special?
Have you received a gift that changed your life? What was it?
What is one thing you can do to share the peace of Jesus?
04/16/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
Easter | John 20:1-18
Faith Talk Questions: What is your favorite Easter tradition?
Did you give anything up for Lent? Are you looking forward to indulging in that?
Does Easter's timing take you by surprise sometimes?
04/09/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Glenda Clare
Series: What is Truth? | Scripture: Mark 11:1-10
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Release Date: 04/06/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Michelle Oetken
What is Truth? | Luke 19:29-40
Did you experience or celebrate Palm Sunday as a child? What was it like?
Who do you know who has helped someone have a better life?
Have you ever been swayed by what a group of people thought about an issue?
04/02/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Cheryl Stubbendieck
Series: What is Truth? | Scripture: Luke 17:3-4
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Release Date: 03/30/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Michelle Oetken
What is Truth? | Luke 17:3-4 & 23:32-34a
What is your understanding of forgiveness?
When was a time in your life when you asked for forgiveness? Was it hard to ask for it?
When was a time you gave forgiveness? Was it hard to give it?
Do you have a favorite Bible verse that speaks about forgiveness?
03/26/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Randy Hawthorne
Series: What is Truth? | Scripture: Matthew 20:17-19 & John 19:13-19Devotions are released weekly on Thursdays.
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Release Date: 03/23/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
What is Truth? | Matthew 20:17-19 & John 19:13-19
Has a brush with death, or the prospect of your death, ever frightened you?
Do you have any desires for your funeral? Do those details matter to you?
How much longevity is in your family history? What do you think about the prospect of a long (or short) life?
03/19/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
What is Truth? | John 10:24-30 & 18:1-12
What is the worst type of suffering for you? Physical? Spiritual? Emotional? Do you embrace suffering when it comes?
Can you see that suffering is sometimes necessary? How long does it take for you to accept the suffering you’ve endured?
03/12/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Joanna Clay
Series: What is Truth? | Scripture: John 10:24-30 & 18:1-12
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Release Date: 3/9/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Sarah Ruch
What is Truth? | John 10:24-30 & 18:1-12
What is a "hard truth" facing you right now? How might Jesus' journey to the cross help you confront this "hard truth"?
03/05/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
What is Truth? | John 14:1-6 & Luke 22:14-20
Is there a TV commercial that made a positive impact on your life? How thoughtful are you around the issue of pollution and/or littering?
Are you suspicious when people claim things to be “truth?” Are you drawn to particular truths?
Have you ever felt like you’ve fallen victim to someone’s claiming of a truth?
02/26/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
Anxious Days | Ephesians 4:25-5:2
How are your New Year’s resolutions holding up? Are you feeling less anxious?
Do you believe that being more vulnerable will help you be less anxious? Can you see how speaking the truth in love can be a way of being vulnerable?
02/19/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Sarah Ruch
Anxious Days | Galatians 6:7-10
Are you able to name your sources of relational anxiety? How can you reduce the anxiety you feel when in these times?
What have you done recently that allowed you to “work for the good of all”?
02/12/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Michelle Oetken
Anxious Days | 1 Corinthians 12:14-26
Who in your family had a great influence in your life?
Can you see how your family of origin shaped you?
When was a time God helped to bring about relational healing in your life?
02/05/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Cheryl Stubbendieck
Series: Anxious Days | Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9
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Release Date: 2/2/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Steve Cuss
Anxious Days | Philippians 4:4-9
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Devotion Writer: Julie Anderson
Series: Anxious Days | Scripture: Romans 7:15-20
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Release Date: 1/26/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
Anxious Days | Romans 7:15-20
Do you have a character in the Bible that you feel particularly connected to? Why is that?
How much do you focus on sin? Within yourself or the sin of others?
How do you define humility? Does your definition include thinking less of yourself?
01/22/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Michelle Oetken
Anxious Days | Matthew 16:24-28
Where will you place your time and energy today?
Can you name something you think you need that you don’t really need to be okay?
How might you begin to notice when you are giving in to that need?
Jesus calls us down a path of freedom, what does that mean to you?
01/15/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
Anxious Days | Romans 5:1-5
Do you know what you are running from? Or to?
It has been said that most burnout, and therefore anxiety, is not about workload, but rather about unresolved issues with us. Do you agree or disagree?
How much control do you believe you have regarding your responses to hardship?
01/08/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Sara Ruch
New Years Day | 2 Corinthians 5:16-21
Did you make a New Year’s Resolution? Does this resolution relate to the way God makes us new every day?
What can you do each day that will remind you of your baptism and the new life we are given every day?
01/01/2023 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
Christmas Eve | Luke 2:1-19
When was the last time you paused to recall that Jesus was born for you?
12/24/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Randy Hawthorne
Series: Finding Great Joy | Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25
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Release Date: 12/22/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Michelle Oetken
Finding Great Joy | Matthew 1:18-25
Do you have a favorite nativity scene?
What are your favorite things to do that you have always done?
When was a time you felt pressured to make a decision? What happened?
12/18/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Joanna Clay
Series: Finding Great Joy | Scripture: Luke 2:1-20
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Release Date: 12/15/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
Finding Great Joy
Does music become more important to you during the Christmas season? What is your favorite type of Christmas music? Old standards? New adaptations?
Are you a jazz music fan? Why or why not? What is it, do you think, that makes jazz different from other types of music?
12/11/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Bishop Scott Alan Johnson
Finding Great Joy | Luke 1:46b-55
Do you remember a favorite pastor from your childhood? What made them so important to you?
What makes Mary, the mother of our Lord, so special in society? What makes her special to you?
How much do you think about Mary’s sacrifice at Christmas? Do you believe she knew Jesus would die and rise?
Is there some sacrifice you can make in this season that would bring you joy?
12/04/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Pastor Greg Bouvier
Series: Finding Great Joy | Scripture: Luke 2:8-11
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Release Date: 12/1/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
Finding Great Joy | Luke 2:8-11 & Mark 1:1-8
Are the preparations for Christmas overwhelming to you? What preparations feel good? Which cause the most stress?
Do you think about the difference between happiness and joy? Do you think about the difference between doing things that you enjoy and things that bring you joy?
11/27/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Preston Thiemann | Narrator: Jared Rechsteiner
Scripture: Philippians 4:4-8
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Release Date: 11/24/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Michelle Oetken
Resiliency | Philippians 4:4-8
Do you feel that your daily life leans more toward a mindset of scarcity or a mindset of abundance?
What small steps might move you closer to a mindset of abundance?
Are there things that you overlook daily that you could be intentionally thankful for this week?
11/20/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Fran Baatz | Narrator: Pam Magdanz
Series: Resiliency | Scripture: Luke 9:18-25
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Release Date: 11/17/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
Resiliency | Luke 9:18-25
How sensitive are you to pain? Who do you know who has a high and another with a low pain tolerance?
Does your pain define you? What do you believe is the opposite to pain?
Do you believe we must feel pain in order to also feel joy?
Jesus speaks plainly about his suffering. Why do you think this is necessary?
11/13/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Glenda Clare
Series: Resiliency | Scripture: Matthew 26:14-16,Matthew 27:3-10
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Release Date: 11/10/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
Resiliency | Matthew 26:14-16 & 27:3-8
When was a time in your life you were forced to keep going? What did you gain from that?
What do you remember about Judas Iscariot, one of Jesus’ disciples?
Have you ever considered a connection between the stories of Judas & Peter?
What "work" can you do to bounce back from hardship?
11/06/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Cindy Swanson
Series: Resiliency | Scripture: Romans1:16-17 & 3:21-28
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Release Date: 11/03/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier Resiliency | Romans 1:16-17 & 3:21-28
Do you usually focus on the end results or the process to determine the success of a project?
How comfortable are you in the “grit” of life? Would you rather avoid or embrace the challenge?
10/30/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Dacia Kruse
Series: Resiliency | Scripture: Luke 8:1-3 & John 20:11-17
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Release Date: 10/27/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Michelle Oetken
Resiliency | Luke 8:1-3 & John 20:11-17
What do you remember about the disciples who walked with Jesus?
How do you respond to change or challenge? If you have children, how do they respond?
Since we have learned that over-usage of screen time diminishes resilience, what are other activities that you could do instead?
10/23/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Joanna Clay
Series: Resiliency | Scripture: Genesis 45:1-8a
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Release Date: 10/20/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
Resiliency | Genesis 45:1-8a
How worn down are, or were, you as a parent? Did you feel overwhelmed to the point of giving in sometimes? In your parenting, how often did you consider that each choice you made was part of what would determine your child’s adulthood?
How do you feel about the story of Joseph and his brothers? Would you have made the same choice he did?
10/16/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Sarah Ruch
Resiliency | Matthew 16:13-23
Think of a time when you witnessed someone else show immense courage when facing their situation. How did that experience affect you?
Think of a time when you showed courage in an uncomfortable situation. How did you feel afterward?
What is one situation in your life right now that is uncomfortable for you? How might God be calling you to respond?
10/09/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Janece Nelson
Scripture: 2 Samuel 12:1-7a, 13a
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Release Date: 10/6/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
Resiliency | 2 Samuel 12:1-7a, 13a
Do you know of someone who is thought of highly and you can’t figure out why?
Have you ever owned up to your sin and then changed yourself because of it?
Do you think that kids are okay with discomfort? Why or why not? How are you with discomfort? Can you embrace it?
10/02/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
Resiliency | Philippians 4:10-14
How much do you fear heading into the unknown? How concerned are you about protecting your child or grandchild from the world?
Are you one who notices cultural shifts in the patterns of life? What cultural shifts have you noticed in these days?
Have you grappled with anxiety and/or depression? Do you know someone who has these struggles?
09/25/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Cheryl Stubbendieck
Scripture: Luke 15:3-7
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Release Date: 09/22/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Martin Russell
Tanzania | Luke 15:1-7
Have you ever been to another country? Was there one difference that stood out to you?
Have you ever worshipped in another country? What was that like?
What is something you lost that freaked you out? Has someone found something for you that you thought was permanently lost? How did you respond?
09/18/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Vanessa Roof
Faith Formation Sunday | Scripture: Matthew 19:13-15
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Release Date: 09/16/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Michelle Oetken
Rally Day | Matthew 19:13-15
In your home as you grew up, what are habits that you learned?
What are stories in your life that you want to pass to others?
Who helped you learn about Jesus? How can you help others learn about Jesus?
09/11/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Sarah Ruch
What We've Learned | Selections from John 11
What can you do to deepen your relationship with God? Could you spend more time reading Scripture, praying or taking part in faith formation activities?
09/04/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
What We've Learned | Mark 12:38-44
What role do you think God wants you to play? What is your ultimate identity?
08-28-2022
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Devotion Writer: Julie Anderson
Series: What We've Learned | Scripture: John 9:1-7 & 35-38
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Release Date: 08/25/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Michelle Oetken
John 9:1-7 & 35-38
Faith Talk Questions: What’s your favorite social media platform?
What have you shared about your faith on this platform?
If someone said to you, “Show me you are a Christian without using words,” what would you do?
08/21/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
Matthew 14:13-21
Faith Talk Questions: What is your favorite part of the “back-to-school” time of year?
Did you have periods of time in your childhood when your family was food insecure?
Who was the most compassionate person you knew well? Who was the most compassionate leader you’ve even known?
08/14/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
Psalm 46:1-11
Faith Talk Questions: Have you ever tried meditation or prayer in which you try to quiet or still your mind? Was that easy or hard?
Do you see God more of a refuge or as a judge? Where is your place of refuge? How comfortable are you with placing anything as a refuge more than making God your refuge?
08/07/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
Ephesians 5:21-33
Faith Talk Questions: How male dominated was the home you grew up in? Did your parents share authority and power?
Have you ever heard of the “Household Codes”? Have you ever reflected on why this text was in the Bible?
Who is the strongest female feminist you know? Who is the strongest male feminist you know?
07/31/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Cindy Swanson
Series: Great Expectations | Scripture: Matthew 7:1-5
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Release Date: 07/28/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
Matthew 7:1-5
Faith Talk Questions: Do you see yourself as a judgmental person? Would others agree with your assessment?
What is the difference between being critical and judgmental? When someone says, “Don’t judge me?” what do you think they mean?
How much time do you spend in self-reflection? Do you reflect on yourself in ways that help or hinder your faith?
Do you worry about God’s judgement upon you?
07/24/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Ian Hartfield
Series: Great Expectations | Scripture: Ephesians 3:19
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Release Date: 07/21/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Michelle Oetken
Mark 11:12-14, 20-24
Faith Talk Questions: Have you ever eaten a fig or seen a fig tree?
Has God ever answered prayer in an unexpected way?
When in your day can you read the Bible? When can you pause to listen to God's voice?
07/17/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
Jeremiah 29:10-14
Faith Talk Questions: Have you ever used the phrase “God has a plan”? Has anyone ever said it to you? What was the context and how did you receive it?
Why is it that Christians want to believe that God has all the details worked out?
Do you believe that God is with you even when you don’t choose to rely on any kind of “plan”?
07/10/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Joanna Clay
Series: Great Expectations | Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9-17
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Release Date: 07/07/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Michelle Oetken
1 Peter 2:9-17
Faith Talk Questions: What are your traditions celebrating our National Holiday?
What songs do you remember and use to help you celebrate this National Holiday?
What is your prayer for our Nation?
How will our Scripture passage for today help you to live out your faith?
07/03/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Pastor Greg Bouvier
Series: Great Expectations | Scripture: Philippians 4:10-13
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Release Date: 06/30/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
Philippians 4:10-14
Faith Talk Questions: How often do you use absolutes – like always, never and perfect – in your conversations?
Do you believe that God can do all things? Why or why not?
At times have you mistakenly believed that you should try to accomplish more than what was appropriate? Can you identify one of those times?
06/26/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Julie Anderson
Scripture: Luke 15:20
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Release Date: 06/23/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
Luke 15:1-3, 11-32
Faith Talk Questions: Do you have a favorite TV commercial from your childhood?
Do you, as a man, or does the man in your life, show love by doing? What is a chore that men do that is an expression of love?
Do you believe parenting has changed in recent years? How has it changed since you were young?
06/19/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Cheryl Stubbendieck
Scripture: Joshua 1:6-9
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Release Date: 06/16/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Michelle Oetken
Joshua 1:6-9
Faith Talk Questions: Have you ever attended a Vacation Bible School?
What is your favorite memory?
When is a time in your day when you can schedule time to read the Bible?
What is your favorite Bible story or Bible verse?
06/12/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
Mark 2:23-27
Faith Talk Questions: What do you think about the emerging world of the metaverse? Have you participated in it? Are you interested in doing so?
How do you (or did you) usually spend your time off from work?
How often have you found time to truly “rest?” When you rest, do you find yourself feeling guilty for not getting more done?
How comfortable are you with yourself when you are alone with God?
06/05/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Dacia Kruse
Series: Keeping It Real | Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-14
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Release Date: 06/02/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
Keeping It Real | 1 Thessalonians 4:13-14
Faith Talk Questions: How did your family celebrate Memorial Day when you were a child? Do you celebrate differently than they did?
How do you think Memorial Day has changed in our nation over the years?
Is there someone in your life that you honor by sharing memories or living by their example?
Who is the person who has sacrificed most for you? How do you feel about their sacrifice? How has that changed you?
05/29/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
Keeping It Real | Luke 10:38-42
Faith Talk Questions: How many epic power struggles do you remember having with your kids?
Were you raised with the church as a place to be “perfect” or a place to be “real?”
Who in your life modeled being very much themselves for you? What about them made them so authentic?
Do you, at times, cry out to God that you find it hard to follow his ways?
05/22/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Michelle Oetken
Keeping It Real | Philippians 2:5-11
Faith Talk Questions: Do you include humility as a needed trait for leaders to possess?
Who do you know that demonstrates humility?
What talents or gifts do you have that you can use to uplift others?
How comfortable are you with humility?
05/15/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
Keeping It Real | Jeremiah 1:4-9 & Psalm 139:13-16
Faith Talk Questions: Do you experience, through your actions or mannerisms how your mom lives on in you?
Do you experience, through your faith how your mom lives on in you?
In what ways was your mom a guide in your life?
How did your mom love and how did she teach you to be loving?
05/08/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Joanna Clay
Series: Keeping It Real | Scripture: John 21:1-14
Daylight by John Mark McMillan: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AOnVm_VwxGA
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Release Date: 05/05/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Michelle Oetken
Keeping It Real | John 21:1-19
Faith Talk Questions: What is your favorite breakfast?
What prayer do you often say before you eat?
What is one thing you can do to help you remember God is present?
05/01/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Randy Hawthorne
Series: Keeping It Real | Scripture: John 20:24-29
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Release Date: 04/28/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
Keeping It Real | John 20:24-29
Faith Talk Questions: How interested are you in conspiracy theories? What do you think causes people to gravitate to them?
Did you grow up thinking that Thomas was bad or sinful for questioning the resurrection? How do you feel about Thomas as an adult?
04/24/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Cindy Swanson
Series: Keeping It Real | Scripture: John 20:1-18
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Release Date: 04/21/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
Easter | John 20:1-18
Faith Talk Questions: What is your favorite Easter tradition?
Has the song, I Can Only Imagine been part of your faith journey? Do you know it’s story?
What do you imagine it would be like at the resurrection of the Lord and the empty tomb?
Is there a time in your life when you felt the power of a resurrection moment?
04/17/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Janece Nelson
Series: Holy Week | Scripture: Luke 19:29-40
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Release Date: 04/14/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Michelle Oetken
Palm Sunday | Luke 19:29-40; 22:14-27
Faith Talk Questions: Do you have a favorite Palm Sunday experience?
Was there a special time you received Holy Communion with those you loved?
Have you ever argued with family members before or after worship?
What are ways that you can intentionally work on keeping your focus on Jesus?
04/10/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Cheryl Stubbendieck
Series: Courage | Scripture: John 19: 25-27
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Release Date: 04/07/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
Courage | John 19:25b-30
Faith Talk Questions: What nickname did you call your mother?
Have you ever been called on to courageously stand by a family member? How was that for you?
Who in your family can you count on to strengthen your courage?
“Let your faith be bigger than your fear.” Does this phrase describe you? Can you envision a way to get to this place?
04/03/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Julie Anderson
Series: Courage | Scripture: John 18:1-5
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Release Date: 03/31/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Michelle Oetken
Courage | John 18:1-14 & Matthew 27:27-31
Faith Talk Questions: Have you ever faced pain in your life? Who walked with you?
Who is your favorite athlete or team? How much do you know about the discipline this athlete experiences?
What is a discipline that can help you grow your faith?
With whom can you walk to share Christ like encouragement?
03/27/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
Courage | John 11:45-50 & Matthew 26:57-67
Faith Talk Questions: Do you have a preferred prayer? How often do you pray giving thanks?
Has anyone ever "had it out for you?" Did it resolve? How so?
Do you believe courage requires effort? How hard do you try to be courageous?
What is one of your convictions?
03/20/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
Courage | Luke 22:14-23
Faith Talk Questions: Are you afraid of the dark? Are you becoming more or less afraid of the dark as time passes?
What do you think the mood was like at the Last Supper? Have you reflected on Jesus’ courage at the meal?
Do you think that acting with courage will always yield a positive result? Why or why not?
“There are few places where courage is more required than in the words we say to each other.” Do believe this statement is true? Why or why not?
What is the connection between anger and courage?
03/13/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
Courage | Matthew 26:36-46
Faith Talk Questions: Who is the most courageous person you know? Have you ever faced a life or death situation that required courage? From where does your courage come?
Do you believe that courage is necessary “in all times and places?” Do you believe courage is necessary to be a Christian?
How much do you relate to Jesus in Gethsemane?
Do you see courage as a rare character in people – as common or uncommon?
03/06/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
Christians in the Age of Outrage | Romans 13:8-10
Faith Talk Questions: How hard is it for you to find happiness? Is there someone in your life that you are trying to help find happiness?
Stetzer says, “The world craves love.” Do you agree? How often do you try to be a force for love in the world?
“It is not whether we disagree, but how we disagree that is key.” How does this statement effect you? Can you commit to seeing “people with opposing views” and not just “opposing people?”
How is outrage connected to “the tyranny of self?”
02/27/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Joanna Clay
Series: Christians in the Age of Outrage | Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:16-21
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Release Date: 02/24/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
Christians in the Age of Outrage | 2 Corinthians 5:16-21
Faith Talk Questions: Did you ever have a goldfish growing up? What was that like for you?
How distracted do you feel you are in your day? How often do you seek distractions from having to deeply reflect on your life? What distractions do you reach for and how do you feel about yourself after you have allowed yourself to be distracted?
Do you ever feel like you are have been given a “ministry of reconciliation?” What do you want to be known for? What do you want Sheridan to be known for?
02/20/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Randy Hawthorne
Series: Christians in the Age of Outrage | Scripture: Mark 3:1-6
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Release Date: 02/17/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
Christians in the Age of Outrage | Mark 3:1-6
Faith Talk Questions: Will you watch the Super Bowl? How big of a celebration is this for you? Are you aware of our societal struggles associated with Super Bowl Sunday?
Do you have a favorite team? How intense of a fan are you? How much anger do sports evoke from you?
When you get angry, do you sometimes try to justify it as “righteous anger?”
What compels you to generosity?
02/13/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Cindy Swanson
Series: Christians in the Age of Outrage | Scripture: Matthew 5:21-26
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Release Date: 02/09/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Michelle Oetken
Christians in the Age of Outrage | Matthew 5:21-26
Faith Talk Questions: Have you ever played the game, “Angry Birds?”
When was the last time you were on the receiving end of someone’s outrage?
What is the 5th Commandment?
Going forward, what is one small step you can take to follow Jesus’ commands?
02/06/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Janece Nelson
Series: Christians in the Age of Outrage | Scripture: Luke 10:21-37
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Release Date: 02/03/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Eric Bostrom
Christians in the Age of Outrage | Luke 10:21-37
What are the experiences of faith that have been meaningful to you?
Who is your neighbor? How does Jesus call you to reach out and help your neighbor?
How would you describe the difference between intellectual debates among Christians and shared experiences of faith among Christians?
01/30/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Cheryl Stubbendieck
Series: Age of Outrage | Scripture: Proverbs 29:8,11
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Release Date: 01/27/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor Greg Bouvier
Age of Outrage | Proverbs 29:6-11
Has your family or friend group struggled because of societal divisions?
01/23/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Pastor Greg Bouvier
Series: Christians in the Age of Outrage | Scripture: Ephesians 4:29
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Release Date: 01/20/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Greg Bouvier
Christians in the Age of Outrage | Scripture: Ephesians 4:25-5:2
Faith Talk Questions: How affected have you been by the divisions within our society? How have you coped? Can you see how Christians have been part of the problem?
Have you ever felt drawn to being angry and filled with outrage?
Are there people you disagree with about some things that you’ve been able to stay connected to? How have you done this? Can you see that this is what God wills for us?
Date: 01/16/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Julie Anderson
Scripture: Matthew 2:11
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Release Date: 01/13/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Michelle Oetken
Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12
Faith Talk Questions: How many songs can you recall that tell about the Wise Men?
What do you remember about the arrival of the Wise Men?
Have you ever received a wonderful, yet unexpected, gift?
Reflect for a moment, have you ever been surprised to see God in action?
Date: 01/09/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Pastor Rhonda Bostrom
Series: Happy New Year | Scripture: Luke 2:25-38
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Release Date: 01/06/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Rhonda Bostrom
Scripture: Luke 2:25-38
Faith Talk Questions: Think back on 2021, what were your high points? What were your low points? What are your hopes for 2022?
Reflect on spiritual fulfillment, when have you seen God at work in your life? How has that made a difference for you? The community, nation or world?
Anna and Simeon had waited for Jesus and when they saw him, they recognized that Jesus fulfilled scripture - he was the light they waited for. How has Jesus fulfilled your life? How can you wait for him and recognize him in 2022?
Date: 01/03/2022 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Pastor Eric Bostrom
Series: Christmas | Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25
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Release Date: 12/30/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
TW: this episode does include a mention of assault.
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Pastor: Eric Bostrom Bostrom
Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25
Faith Talk Questions: Who do you relate with more in the Christmas story, Mary or Joseph?
What emotions do you imagine Joseph felt when he first found out that Mary was pregnant?
Families come in all shapes and sizes. Jesus' family was not conventional. In what ways is your family unique and unconventional? Where do you see the presence of Christ in your family?
Date: 12/26/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Rhonda Bostrom
Love Came Down | Scripture: Galatians 5:13-14 & Luke 1:26-38
Faith Talk Questions: Think about a time you knew God was telling you to do something, but you were afraid. The angel Gabriel’s first words to Mary were ‘do not be afraid.’ How can faith help you overcome fear?
The angel Gabriel says, “With God, nothing is impossible.” How does this promise affect your life right now? What seems impossible?
Mary responds to God’s call in her life. She chooses to bring Jesus into the world. How do you choose to bring Jesus into the world today?
Date: 12/19/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Cindy Swanson
Series: Love Came Down | Scripture: Isaiah 9:2-7
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Release Date: 12/16/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Performed by the Sheridan Cantata
Words and music by Joel Raney
12/12/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church.
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Devotion Writer: Joanna Clay
Series: Love Came Down | Scripture: 1 John 4:7-12, 18-19; Isaiah 9:2-7
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Release Date: 12/09/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Greg Bouvier
Love Came Down | Scripture: 1 John 4:7-12, 18-19 & Isaiah 9:2-7
Faith Talk Questions: Did you grow up with the tradition of lighting an Advent Wreath in your home? Do you light an Advent Wreath in your home today?
Have you ever discovered a lost gift that wasn’t given because it had been hidden? What is the story behind the gift?
Date: 12/05/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Randy Hawthorne
Worship Series: Love Came Down | Scripture: Romans 13:8-10; Matthew 3:1-6
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Release Date: 12/02/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Eric Bostrom
Love Came Down | Scripture: Romans 13:8-10 & Matthew 3:1-6
Faith Talk Questions: What do you remember about Advent as a kid?
What Christmas preparations do you start on Thanksgiving weekend?
In what ways is gift-giving a joyful experience of love? In what ways is it stressful and emotional?
How can you express Christmas love beyond gift giving? How can you or your family share love in acts of service and generosity?
Jesus showed ultimate humility coming down from heaven to love us on earth. How is God inviting you to love others with more humility?
Date: 11/28/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Dacia Kruse
Series: Thanksgiving | Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
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Release Date: 11/25/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Michelle Oetken
Thanksgiving | Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
Faith Talk Questions: What is something in your life that inspires gratitude? Is gratitude difficult in any part of your life?
How do you express or experience gratitude in your relationships?
Do you have a situation in which you could practice gratitude?
Date: 11/21/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Greg Bouvier
Finding Union | Scripture: Luke 22:7-23
Faith Talk Questions: Have you ever received or been part of a “home Communion?” What was that like for you?
Do you believe that creating a “spiritual union” is why some have such a strong desire to receive Communion?
What if Jesus instituted The Lord’s Supper out of his desire to be in communion with you? How would that change how you receive it? How would that change how you live?
Date: 11/14/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Janece Nelson
Series: Finding Union | Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-34
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Release Date: 11/11/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Rhonda Bostrom
Finding Union | Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-34
Faith Talk Questions: Why do you think it’s important to eat together as a family?
Why is it “hard work” to wait for our loved ones to join us for a meal?
How do these reflections influence how you receive communion? Who do you need to wait for the next time you celebrate the Lord’s Supper?
Date: 11/07/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Cheryl Stubbendieck
Series: Finding Union | Scripture: Romans 3:21-24
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Release Date: 11/04/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Greg Bouvier
Finding Union | Scripture: Romans 3:19-28
Faith Talk Questions: Have you ever been denied Communion? How did that feel?
Were you ever part of a church that had the practice of denying Communion to others? Did that feel problematic to you?
What does receiving the sacrament mean to you? How much does it mean to you?
What word or phrase would you most like to hear uttered to you, sincerely?
Date: 10/31/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Rhonda Bostrom
Principles | Scripture: Ephesians 2:17-22
Faith Talk Questions: Why is being a part of the church important for you and/or your family?
What are the ways you grow in faith by being a part of the church?
How can you invite others to be a part of the community of faith?
Date: 10/24/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Julie Anderson
Series: Principles | Scripture: Luke 16:15
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Release Date: 10/21/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Greg Bouvier
Principles | Scripture: Luke 16:10-15
Faith Talk Questions: Do you have any yard signs? If so, what do they say?
What is the one principle you have focused upon during this series? Were you able to filter decisions through this principle?
What does “having integrity” mean to you?
How well balanced is your life? Do you feel like you live with holistic balance?
Do you trust that God made you as an authentic expression of His love?
Date: 10/17/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Preston Thiemann
Narrator: Jared Rechsteiner
Series: Principles | Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:3-10
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Release Date: 10/14/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Rhonda Bostrom
Principles | Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:3-10
Faith Talk Questions: When have you felt courageous in your life of faith?
When has courage eluded you?
How can you foster God’s spirit of power, love and self-discipline in your life?
Date: 10/10/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Cindy Swanson
Worship Series: Principles | Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9
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Release Date: 10/07/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Michelle Oetken Principles
Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9
Faith Talk Questions: How do you define the difference between happiness & joy? How does Jesus' good news of the gift of joy and freedom from anxiety affect you? How can you live into joy that is found in Jesus?
Date: 10/3/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Joanna Clay
Series: Principles | Scripture: Luke 14:1-11
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Release Date: 09/03/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Greg Bouvier
Principles | Scripture: Luke 14:1-11
Faith Talk Questions: Who is the most humble person you know? Why would you describe them as humble?
What do you perceive true humility to be? Do you connect true humility with self-reflection?
What was the best dinner party you’ve ever attended? What was the worst dinner party you’ve ever attended?
Date: 09/26/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion reader: Pam Magdanz
Series: Principles | Scripture: Mark 6:30-44
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Release Date: 09/23/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Eric Bostrom
Principles | Scripture: Mark 6:30-44
Faith Talk Questions: Who shares compassion with you?
What does it feel like to receive the compassion of another?
Who do you give compassion to?
How can you recognize when compassion fatigue might be setting in?
What are ways that help you receive the gift of rest?
What are ways that you resist letting go and letting God?
Date: 09/19/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Randy Hawthorne
Series: Principles | Scripture: Matthew 7:24-29
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Release Date: 09/16/2021 from Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Greg Bouvier
Principles | Scripture: Matthew 7:24-29
Faith Talk Questions: Do you remember where you were on September 11, 2001?
What do you consider to be the key components to patriotism? What do you think society names as the key components of patriotism?
What is your favorite memory from your childhood Sunday School? Do you consider yourself a lifelong learner?
Can you see how learning and humility are connected?
Date: 09/12/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Dacia Kruse
Series: Principles | Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-12
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Release Date: 09/09/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Greg Bouvier
Principles | Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-12
Faith Talk Questions: Does the “progress paradox” make sense to you?
Are you able to see how strange it is that in our society we complain so much, despite having so much?
Is it possible for you to grow in your ability to find joy in the midst of every task?
Date: 09/09/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Janece Nelson
Series: Principles | Scripture: Proverbs 3:1-8
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Release Date: 09/02/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Michelle Oetken
Principles | Scripture: Proverbs 3:1-8
Faith Talk Questions: Who helped you learn to trust God’s faithfulness?
When has God sent someone to help you?
When has God sent you to help another?
How does your life show your trust in Jesus?
Date: 08/29/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Amy Wagner
Series: Principles | Scripture: Psalm 25:4-11
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Release Date: 08/26/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Eric Bostrom
Principles | Scripture: Psalm 25:4-12
Faith Talk Questions: What is your most important learning from the past year?
What is a faith question that you are wrestling with right now? How can the Bible, prayer, a pastor, or a friend help you with this faith question?
Who learns faith, generosity, and love from you?
How is God inviting you to grow in faith in the next chapter of life?
Date: 08/22/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Pastor Greg Bouvier
Series: Principles | Scripture: John 13:33-35
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Release Date: 08/19/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Greg Bouvier
Principles | Scripture: John 13:33-35
Faith Talk Questions: Do you regularly use principles in decision making? Do you know the difference between values and principles?
What do you think the term "Christian principles" means?
If someone who knows you well described how you make decisions, what would they say? “You always make decisions based on ____.” Is this how you want to be described?
Are you willing to reflect on one principle you wish to emphasize in your life?
Date: 08/15/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Julie Anderson
Series: The Growing Season | Scripture: Revelation 22:1-5
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Release Date: 08/12/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Greg Bouvier
Growing Season | Scripture: Revelation 22:1-5
Faith Talk Questions: Have you ever noticed that a stream has “moved?”
Have you ever associated the biggest challenges of life with times of growth?
How much do you rest on who you already are, as opposed to trying to continue learning and growing throughout your life?
Have you ever associated growth with community?
Do you believe that God calls you to be part of a continual cycle of growth?
Date: 08/08/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Preston Thiemann
Devotion Narrator: Rachel Thiemann
Series: The Growing Season | Scripture: Luke 6:43-45
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Release Date: 08/05/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Rhonda Bostrom
Growing Season | Scripture: Luke 6:43-45
Faith Talk Questions: How is your discipleship journey going? How could you improve?
When do you get discipleship ‘right'? What does that look and feel like?
Reflect on your life. What are you known for? What do you think you’ll be remembered for?
How can you commit to growing for good, as part of the church, as part of the world?
Date: 08/01/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Pastor Michelle Oetken
Series: The Growing Season | Scripture: Matthew 13:31-34
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Release Date: 07/29/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Eric Bostrom
Growing Season | Scripture: Matthew 13:31-34
Faith Talk Questions: When is it best to follow the wisdom of "the more the merrier"?
When is it best to follow the wisdom of "less is more"?
In your faith, which advice would Jesus give to you: "the more the merrier" or "less is more"?
Date: 07/25/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Joanna Clay
Series: The Growing Season | Scripture: Jeremiah 17:5-10
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Release Date: 07/22/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Michelle Oetken
Growing Season | Scripture: Jeremiah 17:5-10
Faith Talk Questions: What is your least favorite weed?
Do you or someone you know spend time pulling the weeds out by the roots?
Do you know anyone who has the symptoms of Spiritually dry roots in their lives?
What will be one thing you can do to help nourish your Spiritual roots?
Date: 07/18/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Devotion Writer: Cindy Swanson
Series: Growing Season | Scripture: Galatians 6:7-10
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Release Date: 07/15/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Rhonda Bostrom
Growing Season | Scripture: Galatians 6:7-10
Faith Talk Questions: What seeds of faith are you planting?
When have you harvested fruits of your faith as an abundant blessing? Or harvested fruits of your regrets and mistakes? Did this harvest time give you pause to reflect before your next planting time?
Recall a time of rich harvest in your faith life. What led to that moment? What ‘seeds’ were planted? How did you care for this growing seed - adequate rain, sunshine or soil?
Date: 07/11/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Series: Growing Season | Scripture: 1 Peter 2:11-17
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Date: 07/08/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Eric Bostrom
Growing Season | Scripture: 1 Peter 2:11-17
Faith Talk Questions: What is your favorite part about the 4th of July? What is your least favorite?
What does freedom mean to you?
What do you imagine freedom means to God?
Date: 07/04/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Michelle Oetken
Growing Season | Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-15
Faith Talk Questions: Can you keep house plants alive?
What is your favorite story about growing plants or gardens?
What was the hardest thing in the pandemic for you?
Where did you see God during the pandemic?
Where is God calling you to grow?
Date: 06/27/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Greg Bouvier
Father's Day | Scripture: Psalm 103:11-18
Faith Talk Questions: What is your favorite Father’s Day tradition?
When you were a kid, did you want to grow up to be like your father?
How often do you feel that time gets away from you?
If you could spend time with your father, how would you do so?
How can you be more compassionate to those in your family? How can you be more intentional with your time?
Date: 06/20/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Greg Bouvier
VBS Weekend | Scripture: Proverbs 22:1-9
Faith Talk Questions: Did you attend VBS as a kid? How much did VBS mean to you?
Is there something from your childhood that has made your faith endure?
Who taught you practical lessons in life? Did the church of your childhood teach practical things?
If you had one thing about faith you would like to teach a child, what would it be?
Date: 06/13/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Rhonda Bostrom
Human Kind | Scripture: Ephesians 4:25-5:2
Faith Talk Questions: What makes you angry? Really angry? Why is this?
When your anger is unchecked, what do you usually do? What actions do you take? Are you at your best in these moments?
How does faith in Jesus help you manage your anger?
How can you practice being kind, tenderhearted and forgiving to others?
Date: 06/06/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Eric Bostrom
Human Kind | Scripture: 1 Corinthians
Faith Talk Questions: What was the most memorable part of your High School graduation day?
What makes you feel more successful, finances or relationships?
When you hear Christ's call to love your neighbor, do you think in terms of feelings or actions?
Can you remember when you shared a kind word or action that led to healing?
Date: 05/30/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Greg Bouvier
Human Kind | Scripture: Luke 6:27-36
Faith Talk Questions: Would you characterize yourself as someone who has enemies? How hard is it for you to resolve broken relationships?
Does being at odds with certain individuals feel “useful” to you? Is anger and/or conflict a source of energy for you?
Is it difficult to be kind to others? Do you struggle to share words of praise?
Do you experience certain behaviors as “contagious?”
Have you ever considered kindness as being part of the true nature of God?
Date: 05/23/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Michelle Oetken
Mother's Day | Scripture: 2 Chronicles 10:6-7
Faith Talk Questions: Have you ever experienced kindness from someone you do not know?
When have you shared kindness with someone else?
What is your favorite act of kindness that you have witnessed someone else share?
Who is one person with whom God would like you to share kindness?
Date: 05/16/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Greg Bouvier
Mother's Day | Scripture: Psalm 139:1-6, 13-16 & Romans 8:24-28
Faith Talk Questions: What is your favorite Mother’s Day tradition?
Did you feel as though your parents were proud of your achievements?
Did living up to their dreams for you feel like pressure to you?
Do you ever reflect on how much emphasis our society places on achievement? How do you feel about that?
Do you know someone who is “differently-abled”?
Who in your life most fully reflects God’s unconditional love?
Date: 05/09/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Rhonda Bostrom
Revealed | Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20
Faith Talk Questions: What is a favorite “mountain top” experience for you? What made it so special?
Studies show that our five senses are heightened in these mountain top moments and our memory increases. How did you experience God’s presence through your senses in this time?
As you look to this season of celebrations, how can you pay attention to God’s presence in these moments?
Date: 05/02/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Eric Bostrom
Revealed | Scripture: John 21:1-14
Faith Talk Questions: Have you ever had a God-moment at work? If so, what did that moment feel like?
Do you separate life into holy and unholy categories?
Do you like Martin Luther's idea of the priesthood of all believers?
How would God describe your job as holy?
Date: 04/25/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Greg Bouvier
Revealed | Scripture: Luke 24:13-35
Faith Talk Questions: Has the church ever been there for you when you have been broken? How so?
Have you ever found yourself to be ignorant to something, only later to wonder why you had such a hard time understanding?
Do you ever feel a “God prompt” or “Spirit nudge?”
Talk about what that was like and how it changed you?
How often do you try to make a human connection?
How often do you appreciate it when others make a human connection with you?
Date: 04/18/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Michelle Oetken
Revealed | Scripture: John 20:19-29
Faith Talk Questions: In what area of your life do you need to receive the peace of Jesus?
Where do you see Jesus in your day to day life at home?
What Spiritual disciplines will be a gift to you to help better recognize Jesus?
Date: 04/11/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Greg Bouvier
Denial of Death | Scripture: John 20:1-18
Faith Talk Questions: What is your favorite Easter
tradition?
Has Easter been altered by the pandemic?
How much do you avoid uncomfortable conversations?
If you could have a conversation with someone who has already died, who would that be?
How hard is it for you to hold on to the belief, in the most difficult hardship, that God is good?Knowing your voice could live forever, what would you choose to say?
Date: 04/04/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Michelle Oetken
Denial of Death | Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11
Faith Talk Questions: What is your favorite memory of Palm Sunday?
Do you keep the Palm branch throughout the year?
When times get busy, how can you remind yourself to pray?
When times get hard, what can you do to read the Bible?
Date: 03/28/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Greg Bouvier
Denial of Death | Scripture: Luke 23:32-43
Faith Talk Questions: How many major transitions have you had in your life? How did you handle them?
Do you handle major transitions better now than in years past?
Do you think about death as a transition or as the end?
Most people fear the dying process, do you fear what comes next?
Do you have someone close to you who has benefited from hospice?
Do you realize that Jesus died for both the best and the worst parts of yourself?
Date: 03/21/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Michelle Oetken
Denial of Death | Scripture: Matthew 27:11-26
Faith Talk Questions: What is your favorite part of the Spring season?
What do you know about Pilate?
Where do you see God active in your life?
Where in your life do you feel you need the courage or encouragement of our Lord?
Date: 03/14/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Greg Bouvier
Denial of Death | Scripture: Matthew 26:31-35, 69-75
Faith Talk Questions: Do you appreciate the season of Lent? Why or why not?
How much do you like being challenged by new perspectives?
Do you expect church to challenge you? Why or why not?
Do you think of your life as being special or do you feel very ordinary?
How well are you able to distract yourself from your greatest fears?
What do you think of Peter’s denial of Jesus? Do you think you would have done the same?
Date: 03/07/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Rhonda Bostrom
Denial of Death | Scripture: Matthew 26:1-5, 57-67
Faith Talk Questions: Where do you have power and influence in your life?
Where do you lack power and influence?
Ponder the sacrificial gift of Jesus giving his power up during his last week of life. His love is that great for us. How does this promise strengthen your relationship with Jesus?
How can you advocate for someone in your life?
Date: 02/28/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Greg Bouvier
Better Decisions, Fewer Regrets | Scripture: Matthew 26:14-16, 20-25, 36, 47-50
Faith Talk Questions: How often do you consider your own death? Has the pandemic prompted you to think about this more than before? Has there been a death in your life that caused you great grief? What contributed to the increased level of grieving? Have you been able to find an acceptance of death? What makes you appreciate life most fully? Does your appreciation of life revolve around things, people or experiences?
Date: 02/21/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Eric Bostrom
Better Decisions, Fewer Regrets | Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13 & Matthew 7:7-12
Faith Talk Questions: Who are people in your life who are easy to love and who are hard to love?
When have you given an honest effort to show love to someone, but the efforts of your love couldn't prevent a negative outcome?
The Platinum Rule means loving others the way Jesus loves us. Who is a difficult person that the Platinum Rule is calling you to love by being patient, speaking kindness and hoping for the best?
Date: 02/14/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Greg Bouvier
Better Decisions, Fewer Regrets | Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-20 & 1 Timothy 4:11-16
Faith Talk Questions: What is your favorite Super Bowl Commercial?
Are you one who tries to “push the envelope” or live “as close to the line” as possible?
Have you ever considered that something can be “not wrong” and also “not wise?”
What do you think about Andy Stanley’s concept that “our culture is not morally neutral?”
What do you need to prioritize to get closer to your dreams or to avoid regrets?
Date: 02/07/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Greg Bouvier
Better Decisions, Fewer Regrets | Scripture: 1 Samuel 24:1-12 & James 4:14b-17
Faith Talk Questions: Do you often find yourself reflecting on the contradictions of life?
Would you rather go with the flow, or do you like to reflect on possible obstacles before making a choice?
How often do you find a tension that deserves your attention?
How important is control to you?
Have you ever connected the concepts of control and autonomy?
Is there a time when others encouraged you to do something you felt was wrong? How did you respond?
Date: 01/31/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Greg Bouvier
Better Decisions, Fewer Regrets | Scripture: Genesis 39:1-9 & Matthew 6:19-21
Faith Talk Questions: Was there a time when you had to do some serious reflection on who you want to become?
Have you ever been influenced in an unexpected way by someone - either by their example or their challenge?
How often do you think about your legacy and what story you want to tell about yourself?
How often do you reflect on the story that is told by others about you?
Date: 01/24/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Rhonda Bostrom
Better Decisions, Fewer Regrets | Scripture: Jeremiah 17:1, 5-10 & Luke 16:10-13
Faith Talk Questions: Trusting in God’s love for you as His precious child, what do you need to admit and be honest about in your life?
Are you being honest with yourself?
How can you foster curiosity in your life?
Especially in those areas where you are resistant to grow or change?
What freedoms do you enjoy as you practice honesty and integrity?
Date: 01/17/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Eric Bostrom
Better Decisions, Fewer Regrets | Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-10 & Romans 12:1-3
Faith Talk Questions: Do you have a decision making process that has been helpful to you in the past? What is one decision you have made that you have regretted later on? When have you been impatient and made a decision too quickly? How did this turn out? How do you ask and invite God to be a part of the decisions in your life?
Date: 01/10/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Greg Bouvier
Better Decisions, Fewer Regrets | Scripture: Proverbs 3:1-6 & Romans 8:18-28
Faith Talk Questions: Do you have any regrets over the decisions you made in handling 2020?
Do any of your New Year’s Resolutions reflect trying to make better decisions in 2021?
How much do you attribute your struggles in life to God?
Is it harder to believe that God is good when times are tough?
Are you able to see how past difficulties helped you to grow in faith?
Date: 01/03/2021 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Eric Bostrom
What Lies Beneath | Scripture: Isaiah 55:6-13
Faith Talk Questions: Do you have one thing you look forward to at Christmas? What brought you the most joy at Christmas when you were younger? How will Covid change your Christmas plans or traditions this year?
Date: 12/20/2020 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Rhonda Bostrom
What Lies Beneath | Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-4, 8-11
Faith Talk Questions: When have you been brokenhearted? How has love healed you in the past? Identify one issue in your life that needs healing, reflect on how love can help you heal. Commit this to prayer. How can you love deeply this season, especially in this pandemic time?
Date: 12/13/2020 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Greg Bouvier
What Lies Beneath | Scripture: Isaiah 11:1-10
Faith Talk Questions: Do your Christmas preparations bring you stress or peace? How can you make your preparations more peace-inducing? How much do you reflect on the decisions you make in life and what your choices will say about you? Does your faith inform your gift-giving? Can you find a gift or two that you could give to members of your family which would have a deeper meaning and reflect your faith?
Date: 12/06/2020 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Michelle Oetken
What Lies Beneath | Scripture: Isaiah 40:1-11
Faith Talk Questions: Have you put up your Christmas tree? What is your favorite part of preparing to celebrate Jesus’ birth? What will you miss this year? Where can you find hope this year? How will you share the gift of God’s promises?
Date: 11/29/2020 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Greg Bouvier
Thanksgiving | Scripture: Psalm 100
Faith Talk Questions: What's your biggest takeaway from this sermon? How might you show gratitude in this season?
Date: 11/22/2020 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Rhonda Bostrom
I Am | Scripture: John 11:17-27
Faith Talk Questions: When have you experienced despair? How did you work through it? How was your faith instrumental? Who is your faith community? Speak aloud the names of people who have blessed you with faith. Can you honor these faithful in some way this week?
Date: 11/15/2020 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Greg Bouvier
I Am | Scripture: John 15:1-6
Faith Talk Questions: Do you have a favorite lamp in your home? Who are the people in your life who have been encouraging and supportive? What are specific ways you can let God’s light of life shine through you?
Date: 11/08/2020 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Michelle Oetken
I Am | Scripture: John 8:12-14
Faith Talk Questions: Do you have a favorite lamp in your home? Who are the people in your life who have been encouraging and supportive? What are specific ways you can let God’s light of life shine through you?
Date: 11/01/2020 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Greg Bouvier
I Am | Scripture: John 6:28-35
Faith Talk Questions: Do you know your personality type? Is it in line with what others would say about you? What’s your favorite type of bread? Is Jesus the “bread” of your life? Have you ever considered the creation of your identity as a process? How open are you to evolving your sense of self?
Date: 10/25/2020 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Eric Bostrom
I Am | Scripture: John 10:11-18
Faith Talk Questions: Would you call yourself more of a follower or a leader? Can someone be a good leader and a follower of Jesus at the same time? In what ways do you struggle to follow Jesus? In what ways does following Jesus bring you joy?
Date: 10/18/2020 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Rhonda Bostrom
I Am | Scripture: John 14:1-6
Faith Talk Questions: When have you felt distressed recently? How did God’s grace help you stand firm in faith? When have you had a God-moment that encouraged you in faith?
Date: 10/11/2020 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Greg Bouvier
I Am | Scripture: Exodus 3:1-15
Faith Talk Questions: What organizations (work, church, sports, etc.) do you identify with? What are the identifying characteristics of your family? It has been said that God is, “The great I am.” What do you think this means? How often do you judge others by who they are?
Date: 10/04/2020 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Michelle Oetken
Together | Scripture: Mark 3:31-35
Faith Talk Questions: What did you learn from Pastor Michelle's sermon this week? How can you apply that to your life this week?
Date: 09/27/2020 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Greg Bouvier
Together | Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-3 & 12:1-3
Faith Talk Questions: Have you ever planted a farm field? If so, how did that go? Who in your family was a model of faithfulness for you? Is journalling or writing a part of your spiritual disciple? Have you ever written a letter to your children, would consider doing so?
Date: 09/20/2020 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Eric Bostrom
Together | Scripture: Matthew 5:13-20
Faith Talk Questions: What's the biggest lesson you learned from Pastor Eric's sermon? How can you apply that to your life?
Date: 09/13/2020 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Rhonda Bostrom
Together | Scripture: John 15:1-17
Faith Talk Questions: Name a friend or friends from childhood. Why were they your friend? Reflect on Jesus calling you friend and that he lays down his life for you. How does this strengthen your faith? How can you strengthen your friendships this week with micro-movements?
Date: 09/06/2020 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Greg Bouvier
Together | Scripture: John 3:11-17
Faith Talk Questions: How often have you moved in your lifetime? Did relocating help you to understand yourself better? Have you ever considered that Jesus never spoke about individual salvation? Would you consider never allowing John 3:16 to stand without including 3:17? How can you more fully understand that you are a Child of God?
Date: 08/30/2020 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Michelle Oetken
Together | Scripture: Matthew 11:25-29
Faith Talk Questions: Do you have a favorite memory of the verses, Matthew 11:28-29? When has God acted in an unexpected way in your life, bringing joy and hope when it wasn’t expected? Who are those in your own life with whom you can give an act of kindness or share a word of encouragement? When will you do this?
Date: 08/23/2020 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Greg Bouvier
Together | Scripture: Luke 12:13-21
Faith Talk Questions: How do you react to someone who is different from you? How often do you feel like your pursuits have gotten in the way of your relationship with others? With God? What will you do this week to ensure that you seek the kingdom of God first in your life?
Date: 08/16/2020 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Greg Bouvier
Together | Scripture: John 14:8-31
Faith Talk Questions: Do you have an epic story from a family vacation? How committed are you to being a lifelong learner? Do you feel God’s presence in your life? How hard do you work on sensing God’s presence?
Date: 08/09/2020 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Eric Bostrom
Exodus | Scripture: Exodus 2:1-10 & Deuteronomy 34:1-12
Date: 08/02/2020 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Rhonda Bostrom
Exodus | Scripture: Exodus 35:4-10, 20-21, 39:43 & 40:34
Faith Talk Questions: In these days what are you learning about systemic racism that pervades our nation? What is history teaching you? How do you see it affecting our nation today? How has the pandemic changed your way of life? How can you keep reaching out with the love of Jesus in these days?
Date: 07/26/2020 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Eric Bostrom
Exodus | Scripture: Exodus 32:1-14
Faith Talks: What things in your life might have become an idol? Where do you see outside influence to have idols? What can you do today to change what you idolize?
Date: 07/19/2020 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Rhonda Bostrom
Exodus | Scripture: Exodus 24:9-18
Faith Talk Questions: –Do you remember a time of spiritual transformation in your life? Share that story with another person. Taking time to retreat with God helps us grow spiritually. How can you retreat (even in a small way) this week?
Date: 07/12/2020 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Eric Bostrom
Exodus | Scripture: Exodus 20:1-21
Overview: Have you ever been criticized for something you did or didn't do? How did you react?
Date: 07/05/2020 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Greg Bouvier
Exodus | Scripture: Exodus 19:1-9
Overview: Would you rather over or under promise? Have you ever thought about how things get subjugated or taken over by another culture?
Date: 06/28/2020 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Exodus | Scripture: Exodus 16:1-8
Overview: How often do you complain? Do you ever complain about being hungry? Do you complain in front of your children? How confident are you that you will “change the world?”
Date: 06/21/2020 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Rhonda Bostrom
Exodus | Scripture: Exodus :14-30-15:3
Date: 06/14/2020 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Greg Bouvier
Exodus | Scripture: Exodus 1:1-7
Overview: Have you ever felt “drawn out” into chaos and then “drawn in” towards God? Do you judge yourself as thoroughly as you judge others, regarding your response to racism?
Date: 06/07/2020 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Eric Bostrom
New Normal | Scripture: Acts 2:1-8, 12-18, 37-42
Overview: How is waiting for the Lord different than waiting for circumstances to change? What are you currently waiting for that still needs to be resolved? Have you been blessed by God after you waited a long time?
Date: 05/31/2020 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Greg Bouvier
New Normal | Scripture: John 21:15-19
Have you seen bad behavior by individuals as the pandemic has worn on? How about extraordinary behavior?
Date: 05/24/2020 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Michelle Oetken
New Normal | Scripture: Matthew 28:11-15
Date: 05/17/2020 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Greg Bouvier
New Normal | Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10
Happy Mother's Day!
Date: 05/10/2020 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Rhonda Bostrom
New Normal | Scripture: Luke 24:13-27
Overview: What has helped you through times of foolishness? What did you learn during
this time? What new faith tradition(s) can you develop during this “new normal”?
Date: 05/03/2020 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Eric Bostrom
New Normal | Scripture: Luke 24:36-49
Overview: When have you experienced something hard that turned into something very meaningful?
Date: 04/26/2020 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Michelle Oetken
New Normal | Scripture: John 20:19-23
Overview: When have you experienced peace? As you reflect over the last weeks and months, where do you see God?
Date: 04/19/2020 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Greg Bouvier
Easter Sunday | Scripture: John 20:1-18
Overview: What does incarnation mean to you? Talk about a time when you were absolutely certain that God was present. Has God ever been present to you in the hardest of times?
Date: 04/12/2020 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Rhonda Bostrom
Series: Palm Sunday | Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11
Date: 04/05/2020 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Greg Bouvier
Series: Beyond Pain & Suffering | Scripture: John 19:25b-27
Overview: Did you come from a family that emphasized Mary’s role in the faith? How difficult was it for you to leave home? To have your kid(s) leave home? Can you see how the phrase “God has a plan…” could be misinterpreted? Would you commit to saying “God is at work in this” instead?
Date: 03/29/2020 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Eric Bostrom
Series: Beyond Pain & Suffering | Scripture: Luke 23:26-34a
Overview: How is God calling you to act boldly in the week to come? To try and focus on the positive, Pastor Eric challenged us to focus on the things we get to do in these days. What are some of those things?
Date: 03/21/2020 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Greg Bouvier
Series: Beyond Pain & Suffering | Scripture: Matthew 27:1-2, 11-26
Overview: How well-equipped are you for suffering? When was a time when you handled suffering well? When was a time when you did not handle suffering well?
Date: 03/15/2020 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Michelle Oetken
Series: Beyond Pain & Suffering | Scripture: Mark 14:66-72
Overview: How have you responded to unexpected struggles or challenges in your life? At these times, did you lean on our Lord and/or faith community or did you try to cope alone?
Date: 03/08/2020 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Series: Beyond Pain & Suffering | Scripture: Luke 22:39-46
Overview: Have you ever experienced pain without suffering? Have you ever experienced suffering without pain? How would you describe the difference?
Date: 03/01/2020 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Rhonda Bostrom
Series: EQ & God's Wisdom Within | Scripture: Psalm 51:1-12, 15-17 & Matthew 18:21-22
Overview: When have you been forgiven by someone? When have you received grace when you didn’t deserve it?
Date: 02/23/2020 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Eric Bostrom
Series: EQ & God's Wisdom Within | Scripture: Proverbs 11:23-25 & Mark 10:35-45
Overview: Where is God calling you to serve? What pain can God heal with your kindness? What suffering can God transform with your loving service?
Date: 02/16/2020 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Michelle Oetken
Series: EQ & God's Wisdom Within | Scripture: Song of Solomon 8:6-7 & 1 Corinthians 13:1-13
Overview: What was the simplest thing that someone did that showed you love? When was a time you felt called by God to share love?
Date: 02/09/2020 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Greg Bouvier
Series: EQ & God's Wisdom Within | Scripture: Proverbs 21:12-14, 21 & Matthew 9:35-38
Overview: Do you ever think about the difference between sympathy and empathy? How empathetic are you? Do you think people see you as empathetic?
Date: 02/02/2020 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Greg Bouvier
Series: EQ & God's Wisdom Within | Scripture: Proverbs 10:16-22 & Galatians 5:16-26
Overview: Would you say that you struggle controlling your emotions? When you are able to do so, can you sense God in that?
Date: 01/26/2020 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Michelle Oetken
Series: EQ & God's Wisdom Within | Scripture: Proverbs 2:1-5, 7 & John 3:1-9
Overview: Where have you seen God at work in the world? When you reflect on your life, where have you seen God at work in you?
Date: 01/19/2020 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Greg Bouvier
Series: EQ & God's Wisdom Within | Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-8 & James 1:5-8
Overview: Do you believe that there is a connection between your emotional intelligence and your success in life? Do you believe that there is a connection between your emotional intelligence and your faith?
Date: 01/12/2020 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Rhonda Bostrom
Series: EQ & God's Wisdom Within | Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8 & Matthew 7:1-5
Overview: Is there a time you were made acutely aware of your emotional shortcomings/mistakes? What contributed to this? Have you practiced forgiveness? If not, have mercy, be gentle on yourself and start now.
Date: 01/05/2020 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Eric Bostrom
Series: New Years | Scripture: Matthew 1:18-21
Overview: Joseph became Jesus' earthly father, deeply caring for a child who was not his own. Who are the children in your life that are not biological and yet you deeply care for?
Date: 12/29/2019 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Rhonda Bostrom
Series: Circle of Light | Scripture: Isaiah 9:2-7
Overview: When have you had darkness in your life? When has light come to illuminate the darkness? How can you be a light to someone this Christmastime?
Date: 12/22/2019 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Michelle Oetken
Series: Circle of Light | Scripture: John 1:1-14
Overview: How much is left on your "to do" list? Have you ever been so busy you missed something right in front of your eyes?
Date: 12/015/2019 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Performed by Sheridan Cantata
Words and music by Joseph Martin
Date: 12/08/2019 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Eric Bostrom
Series: Blessed | Scripture: Mark 1:1-8
Overview: Have you ever experienced something unexpected at Christmas? Was this a good surprise or an unwelcome difficulty?
Date: 12/01/2019 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Rhonda Bostrom
Series: Blessed | Scripture: Matthew 14:13-21
Overview: Take the, “Put the phone down”, challenge on Thanksgiving. Pay attention to what happens when you do this as a family. How do you experience God’s grace?
Date: 11/24/2019 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Greg Bouvier
Series: Blessed | Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12 & 43-48
Overview: How much of a perfectionist are you? How much of a perfectionist would others say you are?
Date: 11/17/2019 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Greg Bouvier
Series: Blessed | Scripture: Matthew 5:1-9 & 6:25-34
Overview: Have you ever truly blessed someone, communicating faith in them, when they needed it most? Who has blessed you?
Date: 11/10/2019 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Eric Bostrom
Series: Blessed | Scripture: Matthew 5:1-7 & 11:25-30 & 23:1-4
Overview: How have you experienced hypocrisy in other people? How have you been guilty of being a hypocrite?
Date: 11/03/2019 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Greg Bouvier
Series: Blessed | Scripture: Matthew 5:1-5 & 7:15-29
Overview: Do you consider how happy God is with how you live each day? Can you identify a time when you were truly satisfied in knowing you fulfilled God's wishes for you?
Date: 10/27/2019 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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Pastor: Michelle Oetken
Series: Blessed | Scripture: Matthew 4:23-5:3 & 17-20
Overview: How can God's blessings empower you to live with integrity as a follower of Jesus? How can God's blessings empower you to make it through a difficult time?
Date: 10/20/2019 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE
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