Good News from Good Sam: Recent Episodes
Good Samaritan Church, Las Vegas, NV
Messages, interviews and more from Good Samaritan Church in Las Vegas, NV. Listen to one of our pastors and other staff members talk about a recent message in a more relaxed style. And, for more information, feel free to visit our website at: http://www.goodsamlv.com
You’ve been there before… prayed for something and felt like God wasn’t there to hear you. He certainly didn’t give you an answer much less the one you were looking for. Today, we’re going deeper into the messages from the weekend about wondering why God doesn’t hear our prayers. I think you’ll be surprised by some of the roadblocks that are there in our prayer life.
Bible verses:
Matthew 6:9-11, Matthew 22:36-28; James 4:3-8, 1 Peter 5:6-7, Luke 18:1-8
Sermon outline - Lakes: https://tinyurl.com/3bxtypcc
Sermon outline - Windmill: https://tinyurl.com/4ecmpdc5
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Have you gone through a really difficult situation and asked yourself, “Why did God let this happen?”. Yep… us too. But we’re going deeper into that question today and looking at the stories from the Bible where we see that similar situations have happened. What choices are we making? What choices are others making? How do we reconcile that with our daily lives and our faith? Let’s dig in not today’s episode with Natalee and Tommi.
Sermon outline: https://tinyurl.com/34s8ypz2
Bible verses:
Genesis 45:7-8, Genesis 50:20, Job 1:2-21, John 9:1-5
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Have you ever found yourself asking why in situations surrounding your faith? Listen, we all have! This series is taking time to look at scripture for the best response to these why questions. On today’s episode, Tommi and Pastor Don are going deeper into the weekend message asking “Why does God feel far away?”. Pastor Don acknowledges that there are many reasons God can feel distant, but he specifically talks about how we may be over sensationalizing it or we may be distracted. Listen to hear more about these and how we can respond.
Sermon outline: https://tinyurl.com/3arvtwnh
Bible verses:
John 6:29-30, 1 Kings 19:11, Psalm 13:5
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We’re going Deeper this lenten season with messages based on scripture to help bring a more deeply rooted faith. On our episode today, we have Pastors Don & Jason along with Tommi and we’re talking about spending time with others. When we are with others and taking the time to be present and make sacrifices, we’re showing the love that Jesus demonstrated. This act can help to bring a more deeply rooted faith. Listen to hear more about what this can look like in your life.
Bible verses:
Galatians 6:2; John 13:34-35; Luke 5:18-26; 1 Corinthians 12:4-12; Mark 2:1-12
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We are in the season of Lent and our series for Lent is Deeper: Spiritual Practices For A More Deeply Rooted Faith. On today’s episode we have both Pastor Jason and Don along with Tommi to discuss the importance of prayer. Pastor Jason gives us the many examples in scripture where we are directed, called, and guided to pray. We have the map laid out for us, but when it comes down to it… it can feel hard. Are we spending too much of our focus on praying the “right way”? Let’s talk through some of those prayer roadblocks on today’s episode.
Bible verses:
2 Timothy 3:14-17; Matthew 6:5-13; John 10:27; 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
Sermon outline: https://tinyurl.com/mr4yf6ke
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We’re wrapping up our series on Starting Fresh and what better way to start a new year than seeking out to make a difference? Pastor Jason and Tommi are talking about how the example was set for us by Jesus and our job is to follow his lead. Through kindness toward others and loving one another we can truly make a difference. When we let our faith make a difference in our hearts we can then live our ways to make a difference in the lives of others.
Bible verses:
Galatians 5:1 & 13-14; Matthew 5:13-16; John 6:29; Matthew 25:31-46; Micah 6:6-8
Sermon outline - Windmill
Sermon outline - Lakes
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This week we’re talking about letting go with Pastor Don, Natalee, and Tommi. Specifically, we are spending time with Natalee’s message on letting go of your past. We talk about the 4 “steps” to accomplish this: forgiveness, renewal, repentance, and testify. Before you’re too intimidated by the idea of having to testify your faith, we break down some simple ways that you are probably already doing that. Go deeper into your faith today with us and see how you can transform your week.
Bible verses:
1 John 1:19; Ephesians 4:17-24 & 28; 1 Timothy 1:15-17; 2 Corinthians 5:17; Luke 23:32-28; James 1:19-20
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We continue our series, Starting Fresh, and this week Pastor Jason and Tommi are tackling a tough one… Mending Relationships. Scripture shows us how we are to treat relationships with others. We are to forgive, have mercy, show grace, but that’s hard! Let’s go deeper into the message from Sunday and look at some practical ways to apply the teachings from scripture.
Bible verses:
Genesis 33: 1,3-4; Luke 15: 11-20; Colossians 3:12-15; Matthew 5:21-26
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It’s a new year and we have a new sermon series. We’re kicking off 2024 with our series: Starting Fresh. This week’s podcast episode features Pastors Don and Jason as well as Tommi. We’re talking about building healthy habits, what scripture tells us about that, and how we can jump start the year with some healthy spiritual practices.
Bible verses:
Matthew 6:25-34; Ephesians 5:15-17; 2 Corinthians 5:16-18; John 14:8-14
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Our Advent sermon series is based on Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol and on today’s episode of Deeper, we’re talking about Scrooge himself. Listen, we all can be a little Scrooge like from time to time. In Scrooge’s defense… he had gone through some stuff to get him to his cantankerous ways. But what it so amazing about our Christian faith, our trust in God, and the promise of his word is that we can look to our Savior to avoid becoming like Scrooge. Even on our grumpiest days… we have the Hope that is provided with Jesus.
Bible verses:
Luke 18:9-14; Romans 3:21-26; Luke 6:37-38
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We’re talking royalty this week… and it’s not the British Monarchy… As Americans we don’t typically talk kings and queens, but we’re talking about a different king today, Christ the King. Pastors Jason and Scott along with Tommi are going deeper into the weekend message where we take a look at what we see in scripture about Jesus Christ being King of all.
Bible verses:
Ephesians 1:15-23; Matthew 25:31-40; Mark 10:45
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We’re back this week with Pastor Don, Pastor Jason, and Tommi going deeper into the weekend message. We are talking about how our faith matters in forming our identity and providing that courage and resilience. We look at the example set by Martin Luther at the time of the Reformation as well as other well known difference makers (Mother Theresa and Nelson Mandela). We want to follow the example that Jesus set for us. How are you making a difference? Are you letting your imperfections stop you? What about the imperfections of others?
Bible verses:
John 13:34-35; Isaiah 58:10-11; Matthew 9:13; Psalm 18:1-3; Ephesians 2:8; Ephesians 2:10; John 8:36
Sermon Outline Windmill Campus
Sermon Outline Lakes Campus
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Pastor Don and Tommi are talking about the weekend message and going deeper into how faith brings life greater meaning and purpose. During weekend services, we had guest, Tom Eggum, join us to talk about his ministry and providing clean water to villages in Africa. God designs us to make a difference with your life and we talk a little more about how that can look for each of us.
Bible verses:
Matthew 20:20-28; 1 John 3:14
Sermon outline
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Today’s episode of Deeper is with Pastor Scott, Pastor Jason, and Tommi. We’re spending some time talking about how doubt plays a role in our faith and the division it brings. Scripture shows us that doubt is not a sin, but is expected at times. The key here is to keep that faith in times of doubt.
We also talk about how our faith can bring hope. A key takeaway from Pastor Jason’s message is how we get to display our faith in the world by sharing words and actions of hope.
Bible verses:
John 20:24-29; Matthew 12:!5; Hebrews 11:1; 2 Thessalonians 2:13-17; Romans 5:1-5
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On today's episode, Pastor Don and Tommi are diving deeper into a segment from the show The Chosen. We are looking at the portrayal of the scripture that brings us the story of Jesus meeting the woman at the well. We look at the significance of the details surrounding this visit... Jesus planning to be at the well midday, knowing the woman's past, the woman's assumptions based on how she has been perceived and treated by others...
Through the conversation, we can see how we are experiencing the same things today and how scripture is relevant in our present day.
If you haven't seen the show The Chosen, we highly recommend watching it. You can find the show here--> https://new.thechosen.tv/
Bible Verses: John 4:5-30
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Pastor Scott and Tommi are sitting down today to examine the size of a mustard seed. We’re pulling out the magnifying glass, because that thing is tiny! But in all seriousness, we’re going deeper in the message of our faith and it’s role in overcoming obstacles. In the Bible, we read that faith and small as a mustard seed can move mountains. It’s fascinating to imaging the small amount of faith and the power we hold with it. The power to overcome our struggles, obstacles, and tough times. We all face them, but our faith determines the outcome.
Bible verses:
Matthew 17:20; Matthew 6:34; Proverbs 16:3; Matthew 19:26
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Pastor Jason and Tommi are going deeper into the weekend message on celebration and appreciation how that comes together with our faith. We know that God’s gifts are received in faith and we can look at the impact faith has on our lives as we live out Christianity. By the end of today’s episode, you’ll be looking at your daily life and shouting “BANANA!!”
Bible verses:
1 Peter 1:8; Galatians 5:22-23; Colossians 15-17; 1 Chronicles 16:34
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Pastor Don and Tommi are going deeper into the weekend message about the importance of connecting with God and people and the impact that connection has on our faith. Pastor Don’s weekend message shows us how Jesus responded to Mary and Martha from Luke 10:38-42. Tommi talks about one of the ways she prioritizes connecting with her faith using the Bible App.
Bible verses:
Luke 10:38-42; John 15:5 & 9-11; Hebrews 10:22 & 25; Proverbs 17:17; 1 Peter 4:8-9
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Today’s episode is with Pastor Jason, Natalee Butler, and Tommi Garza. We’re going deeper into the two weekend messages from Good Samaritan. Pastor Jason and Natalee preached on different topics, but we can see where the overlap lies in this conversation.
God’s faithfulness is seen throughout the Bible and Natalee uses Ruth as our example today. We can see the parallels with Ruth’s redeemer and the redeemer that God sent for us through his son.
Pastor Jason uses the we’ll-known verse from Matthew 18:20, “For where two or three are gathered in my name, I am there among them” in his message. With this verse, he helps to demonstrate the conflict and forgiveness within our community and how we can be more like Jesus.
Bible verses:
1 Corinthians 12:12 & 21; Ephesians 4:31-32; Luke 17:3; Micah 7:18-20; Psalm 143: 4-6; Genesis 3:13-15
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On today’s episode, Pastors Scott and Don along with Tommi are going deeper in the lessons of the Old Testament. We spent the summer going through some of the books of the Old Testament and not the more common ones that we’re more familiar with. What did you take away from this summer series? Did you discover the Good News in the Old Testament?
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We’re continuing our discussion on the prophet Jeremiah on today’s episode. Pastors Scott and Jason along with Tommi are going deeper in the lessons from Jeremiah. The biggest takeaway is the faithfulness of Jeremiah and how we can apply that in our daily lives. It’s not easy and as we read, there is a reward for that faithfulness which we know to be our eternal life with God. What does that faithfulness look like for you?
Bible verses:
Jeremiah 29:11-14; Jeremiah 31:10-14; Ephesians 2:10; 2 Corinthians 9:7; Galatians 6:9
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We’re talking about the prophet Jeremiah on today’s episode. Pastor Don describes him as a not great prophet. But there is so much wisdom and good news to be found in this book of the Old Testament. With the messages from both campuses we’re going deeper into the restoration and redemption that is found in Jeremiah as well as the teaching of generosity. On a little deep dive, we’re talking about how do we do that? How can we show that generosity when we feel depleted? Where do we find that restoration & redemption when we suddenly look up and realize we’re lost? Pastors Don and Jason alongside Tommi talk more in depth about the everyday practice that comes with this message.
Bible verses:
Jeremiah 29:11-14; Jeremiah 31:10-14; John 10:11 &15; Psalm 32:8; Matthew 6:33; Romans 8:31-32
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When was a time you needed assurance from God? On today’s episode, touching on the prophet Isaiah and how his time and stories from the Bible really line up with what we face in our lives today. Pastors Scott and Jason both gave messages about the ate chapters of Isaiah writing to the people and we see the way politics play out in the life of the people. After a time of immense suffering, Isaiah tells the people “don’t worry, it will get better”. But, sometimes we’re not ready to hear that. There is always hope in God but it can be hard to imagine in the midst of our suffering. Isaiah reminds of of the assurance we have that God is with us and for us. (Assurance= you steady my heart)
Overall, we hear this message that I am still a child of God. God brings renewal and growth. We know God hears but sometimes we don’t experience it in the way we want to. God brings growth, the assurance, and God works through the people… he works through us. Sometimes people think… but what can I do? The pastors give some ideas for that too.
Bible verses:
Psalm 147:3; 1 Corinthians 3:7; Psalm 10:17; Luke 3:11; Isaiah 61:1-10; 1 Peter 2:9; Hebrews 13: 5-6
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We’ve moved into the prophets of the Old Testament and we’re starting with Isaiah. Isaiah was around during a tumultuous time and we learn that he was given this message from God and he didn’t want it! But Pastor Jason helps us go into this message to see the reminders of God throughout Isaiah and on today’s episode of Deeper we’re talking about how what Isaiah was experiencing can be relevant to our modern day struggles.
Bible verses:
Isaiah 6:3; Psalm 125:2; 2 Corinthians 5:17; Ephesians 4:11-12
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Pastor Scott calls this one an obscure book in the Bible and there may have been blushing taking place while talking about this one, but we’re going deeper into the Song of Songs. Pastors Jason and Scott both had messages talking about the love we read about in this book yet one went with the allegory and the other with the literal words we read. Either way, today’s episode will leave you thinking about a book that you may not have given much thought to previously.
Bible verses:
Song of Songs 4:7; 1 Peter 2:9; Isaiah 41:10; Song of Songs 8:10-11; Song of Songs 6:3; Song of Songs 8:6
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On today’s episode, we’re going deeper in the book of Proverbs. We often look for wisdom in a myriad of places, but Pastor Jason’s message from Sunday has us looking to God’s word for true wisdom and to grow in out faith. We have some examples of how to listen to the wisdom of God in our lives.
Bible verses:
Ephesians 5:15-16; Proverbs 8:36; 1 Corinthians 1:30; Proverbs 8:27; Proverbs 10:32; Proverbs 12:18; Ephesians 4:29
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We’re going Deeper with Pastor Jason this week into Exodus and specifically Moses. This story with Moses shows us that he was uncertain and unsure of the command God was giving him. He had doubts. He didn’t feel worthy. But we know through this story that even when we also doubt and feel unworthy, we have God’s power within us and alongside us… just as Moses did.
Bible verses:
Exodus 3:10-12; Philippians 1:6; Philippians 2:3; 1 Peter 4:10; Exodus 3:8; John 20:19; Exodus 4:11; Isaiah 43:2
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We’re spending the summer in the Old Testament and this week we’re going deeper into the story of Joseph. In this story we see the transformative power of forgiveness. Forgiveness can be difficult for us but we see these examples in the Bible that help us to see the outcome that leads to a richer more blessed life.
Bible verses:
Genesis 50: 15-20; Proverbs 17:9; James 1:12; Psalm 27:14; Psalm 103: 10-12; Jeremiah 29:11
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We’re spending the summer in the Old Testament and this week we’re going deeper into the creation story. Both Pastors Jason and Scott spend time talking about creation and the Trinity. God breathed life into everything around us. His creation can be seen all around us and not just in the Old Testament.
Bible verses:
Based on Genesis 1-2; John 1:1; Hebrews 11:1-13; Matthew 6:25
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We’re going deeper into Pentecost and the coming of The Holy Spirit to the disciples. What does your life look like when you open yourself to the Holy Spirit? Are you rowing across the Atlantic or sail across the world?
Bible verses:
Acts 2:36-41; Galatians 5:22-25; 2 Timothy 3:16; 1 Chronicles 16:11; Matthew 14: 22-33
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We see many examples of power in our cultures & societies, but we’re talking about empowerment and specifically being empowered by the Holy Spirit. This power given to us by God is to be used top spread the Good News of thee Gospel. Pastor Jason gives us examples on how to do this through prayer, service to others, and more.
Bible verses:
Ephesians 1:20-21; John 16:7; Acts 1:8; Ephesians 2:10
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Searching for love in all the wrong places? We are searching for love and today’s episode of Deeper we’re looking at love. What does God’s word say about love? Where can we find that love? We do know that God tells us to love one another and that he loves us… unconditionally. But does that really mean, like truly unconditionally…?
Bible verses:
1 John 3:18; John 15:13; Romans 5:8; Isaiah 61:1; 1 John 4: 10-11
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Lutherans love talking about grace, but what is it? How do we get it? What do we have to do? Today’s deeper we’re talking about the GIFT of grace and how we really don’t have to do anything to earn God’s grace and how we can extend that grace to others.
Bible verses:
John 5:6; Hebrews 4:16; John 5:8; John 1:14; Romans 3:24; Luke 5:23; Ephesians 2:8
Sermon outline from Pastor Don
Sermon outline from Pastor Jason
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What are you searching for? When we’re so used to searching Google for the answers we can forget that we have the answers right in God’s word. But where can we find optimism when sometimes life is HARD? Let’s dig in a little deeper to what God has to say about finding optimism.
Bible verses:
Ephesians 2:8-9, Romans 8:38-39, Romans 8:28, Revelation 21:4, John 17:16-17, Romans 15:13
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What are you searching for? When we’re so used to searching Google for the answers we can forget that we have the answers right in God’s word. This week, we’re talking guidance… guidance in the big and small decisions and relationships and more. Let’s see what God has to say about it.
Bible verses:
Galatians 3:3, John 20:30-31, John 14: 25-27, Matthew 7:7-11, John 16:13-14, Proverbs 3:3-6
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Our Lent Sermon Series is based on the faith stories of Good Samaritan. We’re going deeper into these testimonies of the transformative power of Jesus. We implore you to ask yourself, “What is my faith story?”. There is power in sharing our stories and we’re going to take a look at the stories shared this week and how it can impact our lives.
Bible verses:
Luke 5:27-28; 2 Corinthians 5:17
Song referenced: My Jesus by Anne Wilson
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Our Lent Sermon Series is based on the faith stories of Good Samaritan. We’re going deeper into these testimonies of the transformative power of Jesus. We implore you to ask yourself, “What is my faith story?”. There is power in sharing our stories and we’re going to take a look at the stories shared this week and how it can impact our lives.
Bible verses:
Job 2:9-10; 1 John 3:23; Dueteronomy 31:6; Galatians 5:22-23
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Our Lent Sermon Series is based on the faith stories of Good Samaritan. We’re going deeper into these testimonies of the transformative power of Jesus. We implore you to ask yourself, “What is my faith story?”. There is power in sharing our stories and we’re going to take a look at the stories shared this week and how it can impact our lives.
The poem referenced is Footprints In The Sand found HERE
Bible verses:
Romans 3:10 & 23-25; 2 Corinthians 5:21; John 1:16-17; Romans 6:14
Sermon outline here
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Our Lent Sermon Series is based on the faith stories of Good Samaritan. We’re going deeper into these testimonies of the transformative power of Jesus. We implore you to ask yourself, “What is my faith story?”. There is power in sharing our stories and we’re going to take a look at the stories shared this week and how it can impact our lives.
Bible verses:
Luke 15:20-22; Philippians 4:13; Romans 8:3; Matthew 28:20; John 14:26; John 14:27
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Finally and most importantly, we are dressing ourselves in Love. On today’s episode of Deeper, we’re talking about the most transformative power in the world, the power of God’s love.
Bible verses:
Colossians 3:12-14; Romans 12:2; 1 John 4:7-8; 1 Corinthians 13:1-4
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We continue talking about how to Dress For Success and this week we’re clothing ourselves in patience. Patience can be a struggle but when we understand we need other’s patience as much as they need ours, it helps us to grow in our ability to be patient.
Bible verses:
Colossians 3:12-16; Ephesians 4:2; Matthew 11:28-29; Romans 15:5
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Humility. Meekness. These are 2 words we often associate with showing weakness, but we hear from Pastors Scott and Jason about how that is far from the truth when we look at God’s word. Today, we’re going deeper into what this looks like for us and why is it so hard to be humble?
The sermon outline from the message referenced HERE and HERE.
Bible verses:
Colossians 3:12-16
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God's Word has something to say about how we are to dress and we’re spending the next five weeks going deeper into the message about God’s dress code for our lives. This week, Pastors Scott and Jason along with Tommi are talking about kindness. As a fruit of the spirit, kindness is how we as Christians can show the world Jesus. How are you showing kindness?
The sermon outline from the message referenced HERE.
Bible verses:
Colossians 3:12-16
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God's Word has something to say about how we are to dress and we’re spending the next five weeks going deeper into the message about God’s dress code for our lives. This week, Pastors Jason and Don along with Tommi are talking about becoming more like Jesus.
The sermon outline from the message referenced HERE.
Bible verses:
Colossians 3:12-16
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With the New Year we have the opportunity for the fresh start! So, what will it be in ’23? Today’s Deeper with Pastors Scott and Jason will go into depth on the outlook for the new year.
The sermon outline from the message referenced HERE.
Follow All Saints’ Sunday, we are going deeper into Pastor Don’s message on the Drought of Grief. We’re talking about hope and how we can find that hope even in the midst of our grief.
Just like in times of drought, when our lands are in need of water, our souls are thirsty. Our dehydrated hearts send messages of stress, worry, quick tempers, selfishness, fear, and grief. This sermon series will help us to replenish and treat our thirsty souls.
The sermon outline from the message referenced HERE.
Bible verses:
Romans 8:15; Ephesians 1:5; Psalm 34:18
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When faced with the drought of apathy, we can be left feeling a lack of interest or concern. But we can call upon God to bust the drought with compassion and understanding.
Just like in times of drought, when our lands are in need of water, our souls are thirsty. Our dehydrated hearts send messages of stress, worry, quick tempers, selfishness, fear, and grief. This sermon series will help us to replenish and treat our thirsty souls.
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We’re going deeper into the message from the weekend on the drought of isolation. Today we are looking to scripture to bust the drought of isolation with community and connection.
Just like in times of drought, when our lands are in need of water, our souls are thirsty. Our dehydrated hearts send messages of stress, worry, quick tempers, selfishness, fear, and grief. This sermon series will help us to replenish and treat our thirsty souls.
The sermon outline from the message referenced HERE.
Bible verses:
John 15: 12-17
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We’re going deeper into the message about the drought of selfishness. We can bust this drought with connection and gratitude. What are you grateful for today?
Just like in times of drought, when our lands are in need of water, our souls are thirsty. Our dehydrated hearts send messages of stress, worry, quick tempers, selfishness, fear, and grief. This sermon series will help us to replenish and treat our thirsty souls.
The sermon outline from the message referenced HERE.
Bible verses:
John 7: 37-39; Revelations 22:17; James 3:16; Palm 118: 24
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Pastor Don and Tommi go deeper into the upcoming series Drought Busters. We face drought in our lives that bring grief, fear, loneliness, and more… how do we face that drought? Who you gonna call upon in those times of drought?
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We are presented with thousands of choices everyday. Some more important than others, but we have the ultimate choice to make in our life when we choose to believe in HIM. We’re going deeper into the message and looking at those choices that we’re making and how they alter the course of our lives.
The sermon outline from the message referenced HERE.
Bible verses:
1 John 4: 7-8; John 1: 11-16; Deuteronomy 30: 19-20
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God has a problem, but is that a problem for us? We are looking deeper into Pastor Scott's message from the weekend that gives us a look at who God is and how this ONE problem he has is actually the path forward for us.
The sermon outline from the message referenced HERE.
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We are looking to the book of Philippians, that talks about learning to live in the freedoms made possible by Christ. We go deeper this week with a look at our next two commandments, Thou Shalt Not Downplay Disappointment and Thou Shalt Recognize… What can we learn from Paul about our disappointments and where to go with them?
The sermon outline from the message referenced HERE.
Bible verses:
Philippians 4 & 2 Kings 4:1-7
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We are looking to the book of Philippians, that talks about learning to live in the freedoms made possible by Christ. We go deeper this week with a look at our next two commandments, Thou Shalt Release Resentment and Thou Shalt Appreciate the Season You’re In.
The sermon outline from the message referenced HERE.
Bible verses:
Philippians 4:10-20; Galatians 5:1(NCV); Ecclesiastes 3:1-8
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We are looking to the book of Philippians, that talks about learning to live in the freedoms made possible by Christ. We can find contentment and joy in our lives because of those freedoms. Contentment can be a learned behavior and today we are looking at the first commandment of contentment: Thou Shalt Rejoice.
The sermon outline from the message referenced HERE.
Bible verses:
Philippians 4:10-11; Philippians 4:12; Philippians 4:4; Luke 1:46-48
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Jesus has been blazing this trail for us and leading us down his path, but to where? What is our role? We are going deeper into this message of Jesus giving us a mission. Are you living out the mission that he gives us or are you spending time in your comfort zone?
The sermon outline from the message referenced HERE.
Bible verses:
Matthew 28:16-20 & John 3:16-17
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We've been following Jesus' journey to the cross and we saw Him show his love for us at the cross and the following resurrection. All of the disciples were having a hard time with Jesus’s death and rumored resurrection, but Thomas seemed to be struggling more than the rest. Thomas wasn’t with the rest of the disciples when Jesus showed up, so he missed the big moment. When everyone began to tell Thomas what had happened, he was still hesitant to believe. Have you experienced times in your life when you doubt God? We’re going deeper into what these doubts may mean in our lives and in our faith.
The sermon outline from the message referenced HERE.
Bible verses:
John 20: 19-31 & Proverbs 3:5-6
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Have you ever been so thirsty you feel out of sorts? Confused? Maybe even cranky? H2O is essential to our daily bodily function, but there is another essential water that we need for our souls… the Life Giving Water of Jesus. This living water can quench our spirits when we are thirsty and in need of replenishing. Today we’re talking about how to hydrate the soul and the results that come from consuming the living water of Christ.
The sermon outline from the message --> HERE.
Bible verses:
John 7:37-38; 1 Corinthians 12:13 (MSG); Revelations 22:17; Philippians 4:13; 2 Corinthians 12:8-9; Ephesians 2:4-6
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Easter is a time when believers are celebrating the day of Jesus’ resurrection. But, before we get there, it’s important to remember the pain that came first. In Matthew we see first hand the pain Jesus felt and experienced. Whether it’s physical, emotional, or spiritual pain, you are not alone.
Jesus blazed the trail for us and with that we have Him as our guide in life.
The sermon outline from the message referenced HERE.
Bible verses:
Hebrews 4:14-16; Psalm 34:18; Phil 4:6-7; 2 Corinthians 1:3-4
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We’re going deeper into our first message of a new series, Trailblazer. Pastor Scott’s message helps us to remember that Jesus never gives up on us… even when others do or even when we give up on ourselves.
Jesus blazed the trail for us and with that we have Him as our guide in life.
The sermon outline from the message referenced HERE.
Bible verses:
Luke 22; John 1:9; Hebrews 13:5; Matthew 27: 3-5; Luke 15: 3-6;
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Pastor Scott and Tommi go deeper into the weekend message about Staying Focused and how that brings us resilience. There are many ways to stay focused that all lead us to stay focused by keeping our eyes on Jesus.
No matter the day or the hour, we often find ourselves in situations that require resilience. These are big world issues and everyday life issues and either way, we draw on that resilience from God.
The sermon outline from the message referenced HERE.
Bible verses:
Hebrews 12:1b-2a; Philippians 4:8; Romans 10:17; Ephesians 4:29; Hebrews 12:2; Matthew 14:22-33
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Based on Luke 15:11-24, we are going deeper this week with the Parable of the Prodigal Son and sharing our care with others to build resilience not only in ourselves but in others. There are three simple ways we can do this and Pastors Don & Scott and Tommi go into the message from the weekend and what exactly that looks like for our day to day.
No matter the day or the hour, we often find ourselves in situations that require resilience. These are big world issues and everyday life issues and either way, we draw on that resilience from God.
The sermon outline from the message referenced HERE.
Bible verses:
John 13:34-35; I Corinthians 12:5 & 7; James 1:19; Proverbs 18:21; Ephesians 4:29; I John 3:18
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We are going deeper into the weekend message about resilience. Pastor Don’s weekend message speaks to the resilience that is found in not giving up./ Sounds easier said than done, but we have Biblical truths that can help guide us to learn to face our difficulties head on and that God’s grace is greater than any of our problems or failures.
No matter the day or the hour, we often find ourselves in situations that require resilience. These are big world issues and everyday life issues and either way, we draw on that resilience from God.
The sermon outline from the message referenced HERE.
Bible verses:
Isaiah 41:10; Philippians 3:13-14; 2 Corinthians 12:9-10
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Pastor Scott & Natalee are going deeper into the weekend message about resilience. Natalee brought us our weekend message about Resilience and used the story of David to help us understand that our resilience comes from knowing who God says we are vs who the world says we are.
No matter the day or the hour, we often find ourselves in situations that require resilience. These are big world issues and everyday life issues and either way, we draw on that resilience from God.
The sermon outline from the message referenced HERE.
Bible verses:
1 Samuel 16:1-13; 1 Samuel 17: 32-37; John 8:34-36; 1 Peter 2:9-10; Ephesians 2:10; Galatians 3:26
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Pastor Don & Tommi are going deeper into the weekend message about resilience. What we heard this weekend is that the Christian key to resilience is… WAITING. A takeaway question from this message and today’s deeper is, What might you learn by waiting for Jesus?
No matter the day or the hour, we often find ourselves in situations that require resilience. These are big world issues and everyday life issues and either way, we draw on that resilience from God.
The sermon outline from the message referenced HERE.
Bible verses:
Isaiah 40:28-31; Psalm 27:13-14; 2 Peter 3:8-9; John 11:21-25
Today’s episode we are looking at a new future. Pastor Scott’s weekend message spoke of a new future in two parts. Our new future where we are now and a new future where we are going. We’re going deeper into his message with a discussion about making room for the new and how we can take comfort in the new future in Heaven.
We are diving deeper into our sermon series, Something New in ’22. Most of the last couple of years have felt overwhelming, daunting, and a slew of other adjectives, but with the new year comes the feelings of a fresh start. Although it is great to utilize the new year to start fresh, when we have Jesus, we can experience each day as a new creation no matter if it’s January or October.
The sermon outline from the message referenced HERE.
Bible verses:
2 Corinthians 5:17; Isaiah 43:16-19a; Leviticus 26:9-13; Revelation 21:3-5
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Today’s episode we are looking at new opportunities to make a difference. God has designed us to make a difference and there is new life to be found in these opportunities.
We are diving deeper into our sermon series, Something New in ’22. Most of the last couple of years have felt overwhelming, daunting, and a slew of other adjectives, but with the new year comes the feelings of a fresh start. Although it is great to utilize the new year to start fresh, when we have Jesus, we can experience each day as a new creation no matter if it’s January or October.
The sermon outline from the message referenced HERE.
Bible verses:
Matthew 25:25-28; I John 3:14; I Timothy 2:9-11; I Corinthians 12: 5 & 7; Romans 12:1
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Today’s episode we are talking about how to discover your new purpose. Our purpose is found in God and from God. But what does that look like for our day to day lives and how are we able to live that out? We go deeper with these questions.
We are diving deeper into a new sermon series, Something New in ’22. Most of the last couple of years have felt overwhelming, daunting, and a slew of other adjectives, but with the new year comes the feelings of a fresh start. Although it is great to utilize the new year to start fresh, when we have Jesus, we can experience each day as a new creation no matter if it’s January or October.
The sermon outline from the message referenced HERE.
Bible verses:
Jeremiah 29:11-14; Psalm 119:105; James 1:5; Proverbs 11:14; 1 Corinthians 12:4-7; Matthew 22:35-39
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Today’s episode we are talking about a new power. This new power comes from God and the Holy Spirit. But, what exactly is the Holy Spirit? We’re going deeper into the practical benefits of the Holy Spirit at work in your life and what that actually looks like.
We are diving deeper into a new sermon series, Something New in ’22. Most of the last couple of years have felt overwhelming, daunting, and a slew of other adjectives, but with the new year comes the feelings of a fresh start. Although it is great to utilize the new year to start fresh, when we have Jesus, we can experience each day as a new creation no matter if it’s January or October.
The sermon outline from the message referenced HERE.
Bible verses:
Acts 1:8; Ephesians 1:13; Romans 8:26-27; Romans 15:13
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Today’s episode we are talking about new relationships. Often the first thought that comes to mind when we hear “new relationships” is our relationships with others, but we’re going deeper into how to see your relationship with God in a new way and how that relationship influences all of our relationships.
We are diving deeper into a new sermon series, Something New in ’22. Most of the last couple of years have felt overwhelming, daunting, and a slew of other adjectives, but with the new year comes the feelings of a fresh start. Although it is great to utilize the new year to start fresh, when we have Jesus, we can experience each day as a new creation no matter if it’s January or October.
The sermon outline from the message referenced HERE.
Bible verses:
2 Corinthians 5:17; John 15:16; Ephesians 1:5-6 (NLT & NCV); John 15:15 (NRSV)
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We are diving deeper into a new sermon series, Something New in ’22. Most of the last couple of years have felt overwhelming, daunting, and a slew of other adjectives, but with the new year comes the feelings of a fresh start. Although it is great to utilize the new year to start fresh, when we have Jesus, we can experience each day as a new creation no matter if its January or October.
Today’s episode we are kicking off with a New Direction. In order to find a new direction we need a guide who possesses a good sense of direction and in Jesus we have both. We are going in depth about what this truly means for those difficulties we experience in life whether they’re monumental or the smaller daily struggles.
The sermon outline from the message referenced HERE.
Bible verses:
2 Corinthians 5:17; John 10:3; Psalm 23: Isaiah 40:31; Colossians 3:2; Matthew 28:20; John 14:6; Psalm 121:1-7; John 8:12
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It’s a new year and we’re kicking it off by going Deeper into the Faith basics. What are the faith basics anyway? Pastors Scott and Don along with Tommi take some time to look at these basics and what is beyond the baby in the manger.
The sermon outline from the message referenced HERE.
Bible verses:
John 1:10-18
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We’re going Deeper today into the weekend message from Pastor Don about the three wise men and the light that guided them.
The sermon outline from the message referenced HERE.
Bible verses:
Matthew 2:2; Psalm 19:1; Romans 1:20; Matthew 2:3-6; Romans 2:4; Matthew 2:11; John 1:4
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We’re going Deeper today into the weekend message which included a few devotions and some of our favorite Christmas Carols. We learn a little bit of meaning behind these songs and how the Christmas story shines through.
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Pastor Don goes deeper into the weekend message with Tommi. Advent has begun and this is a season where we are focusing our hearts to the birth of Jesus. Today we’re going back to the basics of Christmas, the birth story. Why is this story still important today and how can we use it to remind us of the importance of Christmas.
The sermon outline from the message referenced HERE.
Bible verses:
John 1:14; Luke 2:10; John 3:16-17; Ephesians 3:19; Hebrews 4:14-16
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Pastor Scott and Pastor Don go deeper into the weekend message with Tommi. Advent has begun and this is a season where we are focusing our hearts to the birth of Jesus. Today we’re talking about Emmanuel, the Light of Life and how Christmas Lights can help to point us back to Emmanuel.
The sermon outline from the message referenced HERE.
Bible verses:
John 8:12; 2 Corinthians 3:16-18 (MSG); Philippians 4:6-7; John 1:1-4
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Pastor Scott and Tommi are joined by Pastor Jim to go Deeper into the weekend message. Generosity has a lasting impact and for today, we’re talking about four things about generosity: Generosity is about giving, sharing, and multiplication. Ultimately, God’s generosity is extravagant.
The sermon outline from the message referenced HERE.
Bible verses:
Matthew 25:14-24; Acts 20:35; Proverbs 22:9; Luke 9:16-17; Romans 11:33-36 (The Message)
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Pastor Don is going deeper into the weekend message alongside Tommi. When the world feels heavy, it can be difficult to maintain our hope. Using God’s word we will help you develop spiritual practices that will not only unleash hope but also bring healing into your life. Not many people talk about grief or even like to talk about grief. It can feel uncomfortable for most, but today’s episode is about going deeper into grief and what God’s word tells us about grieving and death.
The sermon outline from the message referenced HERE.
Bible verses:
John 11:25-26; 1 Corinthians 15:54; John 11:33-35 & 43; Matthew 28:5-6; Luke 23:43; John 14:1-3; Revelations 21:1-4; 2 Peter 3:13
The book referenced as the inspiration for this series is The Hope Quotient by Ray Johnston and can be found HERE.
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Pastor Scott and Pastor Don are going deeper into the weekend message alongside Tommi. When the world feels heavy, it can be difficult to maintain our hope. Using God’s word we will help you develop spiritual practices that will not only unleash hope but also bring healing into your life. The weekend message featured testimony from Miriam Dake who has had to face difficult times in her life where she found comfort in leaning into her faith and discovered the true meaning of a peace which passes all understanding. We’re taking a look at the key takeaways from that testimony and how we can take that and apply it in our own lives to experience the hope that accompanies leaning into our faith.
The sermon outline from the message referenced HERE.
Bible verses:
Luke 18:16; Galatians 3:26 & 4: 6-7; Psalm 119:105; Luke 18:16-17; Jeremiah 29:11
The book referenced as the inspiration for this series is The Hope Quotient by Ray Johnston and can be found HERE.
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Pastor Scott and Pastor Don are going deeper into the weekend message alongside Tommi. When the world feels heavy, it can be difficult to maintain our hope. Using God’s word we will help you develop spiritual practices that will not only unleash hope but also bring healing into your life. In Ecclesiastes 4, we read "Two are better than one..." and today Natalee is joining us and discussing what it means to not go it alone.
The sermon outline from the message referenced HERE.
Bible verses:
Genesis 2:18; Ecclesiastes 4:9-12; 1 Thessalonians 5:11; Psalm 42:9-11; Philippians 4:7
The book referenced as the inspiration for this series is The Hope Quotient by Ray Johnston and can be found HERE.
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Pastor Scott and Pastor Don are going deeper into the weekend message alongside Tommi. Today we are talking about how to play to your strengths by recognizing your God given gifts. If you want to discover what you are uniquely good at, find answers to the following 5 questions:
- What do you love doing?
- What things come easy to you?
- What things do you look forward to doing?
- What things do others say you do well?
- What tasks make you feel good?
The sermon outline from the message referenced HERE.
Bible verses:
Romans 12:4-7; 1 Corinthians 12-14; Ephesians 4:11-13; 1 Peter 4:8-11
The book referenced as the inspiration for this series is The Hope Quotient by Ray Johnston and can be found HERE.
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Pastor Scott and Pastor Don are going deeper into the weekend message alongside Tommi. Today we are talking about Focusing on The Future. Christians are a forward focused people, but it doesn’t mean that it is always easy. Hear some steps that we can all take to finding Hope by focusing on the future.
The sermon outline from the message referenced HERE.
Bible verses:
Philippians 3:13; Jeremiah 29:11; Romans 8:28; Mark 1:17
The book referenced as the inspiration for this series is The Hope Quotient by Ray Johnston and can be found HERE.
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Pastor Scott and Pastor Don are going deeper into the weekend message. Pastor Scott drew parallels to a car battery and our own faith life and how we can recharge our own spiritual batteries.
The sermon outline from the message referenced HERE.
Bible verses:
Isaiah 40:30-31; Ecclesiastes 4:10; Luke 5:16
The book referenced as the inspiration for this series is The Hope Quotient by Ray Johnston and can be found HERE.
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Pastor Don and Pastor Scott are going deeper into the weekend message where Pastor Don introduced a new sermon series on Hope and Healing. Most importantly, Hope is more than just a feeling you feel. Hope can actually be a state of being.
The sermon outline from the message referenced HERE.
Bible verses:
1 Corinthians 13:13; Hebrews 6:18-19; Psalm 31:24
The book referenced as the inspiration for this series is The Hope Quotient by Ray Johnston and can be found HERE.
Deeper is a new series on our podcast where each week we will be looking deeper into the message from the weekend. Subscribe to this podcast and be updated when new episodes are recorded. Learn more about Good Samaritan Las Vegas at www.goodsamlv.com.
On today's episode, we are digging deeper into a message delivered by Bishop Deborah Hutterer from 1 Peter 2:4-6. In these verses we read about The Living Stone. Pastors Don and Scott and Tommi go through the message from The Bishop while using 1 Peter to help get a better understanding of what we are being told about The Living Stone.
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In John 4:1-25, we read a story of Jesus talking with a Samaritan woman at the well. This is a significant story in the Bible and Pastor Don, Pastor Scott, and Tommi are taking some time to look at this story a little deeper and discuss the impact of this situation at the time and how it relates to us in our lives now.
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Today's episode we are looking at the Parable of The Lost Sheep, in Matthew 18:12-14, that illustrates that love and compassion that God has for every person. The shepherd and his sheep help us to understand the power of God's forgiveness, when 1 of the 100 sheep strays, he stops at nothing to find the lost sheep and welcome him back to the flock.
Sermon outline linked HERE.
Bible verses from today's episode:
Matthew 18:12-13; Deuteronomy 31:6; Galatians 3:13; Colossians 1:14; 1 Corinthians 6:20a
Today's episode is looking at Matthew 13:31-34, where Jesus brings us the Parable of The Mustard Seed and The Yeast. Although this is a shorter parable, the message we can gain is not of less importance. A mustard seed is teeny tiny when placed into the ground, but grows into a large shrub. In this parable, Jesus helps to show how the growth of the mustard seed is like kingdom growth.
Sermon outline linked HERE.
Bible Verses from today's episode:
Matthew 13:31-34; John 4:14; John 6:35
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Today's episode is a look at Matthew 25:31-46 that gives us The Parable Of The Sheep and Goats. At first glance, we may suspect that Jesus is teaching us of the salvation through good works, but at a deeper understanding we learn that salvation is by faith through grace not by our good works. When we worship and love God, we inherently love others.
Sermon outline linked HERE.
Bible verses from today's episode:
Matthew 25:31-45; John 13:34; Ephesians 2:8-10
On this episode, we have the parable of The Good Shepherd. A good shepherd protects and leads their flock. Today we learn more about what Jesus is trying to teach us through this parable which is found in John 10:1-19.
The sermon outline can be found here.
Bible verses referenced in today's episode:
John 10: 7-14; Romans 8:39
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We're looking at a less commonly known parable - The Parable of The Hidden treasure and The Pearl. From Matthew 13:44-46, we hear this parable where we dive deeper into what that treasure and pearl represents in our lives.
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In this lesson from Jesus, we are presented with the importance of prayer. But what about when we feel like we're not seeing the immediate results from our prayer? Faithful, never-ceasing, persistent prayer is a calling of Christ. Today's episode helps to show us the ways in which our persistence can shine through in our prayer.
You can read this parable in Luke 18:1-8
The outline from this sermon can be found here-> https://bit.ly/3yFxR6A
"Always keep on praying and never give up" -Luke 18:1
We're diving into another parable. We're looking at The Parable of The Sower (or Farmer) and The Seed. You'll find this parable in Matthew 4:3-8. We're going to be assessing the different "soils" we see represented in this story. And what we've going from the parable is that the soil is representative of our hearts and the seed is the Word of God. We have these different scenarios in the parable where we see that the condition of our hearts at any given time can really determine the reception of God's Word.
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We have a guest preacher, Pastor Fred Schaeffer, with us to share a message of The Rich Man and Lazarus. Pastor Fred helps us to take a look at an often difficult topic, which is death. But fortunately, we have life after death. We hope you enjoy this episode. Subscribe to our show to be updated with new episodes weekly (or close to it). You can find the note to this message here --> https://bit.ly/3Biyu7T.
We have a special message from Pastor Ray Reeder on today's episode. Pastor Ray knows what it means to be at a low and to overcome some pretty major struggles. He is able to share his experiences and how that have shaped who he is today and how is doing ministry to help others to live the abundant life - or as he likes to say "Live Heaven on Earth". A few key takeaways from Pastor Ray is that our prayers don't die and mercy triumphs over judgement. We hope you enjoy his message and know that the Good News is that He loves us in the midst of all our sins.
You've probably heard news stories about how a "Good Samaritan" stepped up to the plate to help someone in need. But, maybe you have never heart the original story. In this episode, Pastor Scott and Natalee Butler dig into the Parable of the Good Samaritan. Recorded in Luke's gospel, chapter 10 beginning at verse 25; Jesus tells a story in response to questions from an "expert in the law." Without question, this is one of the greatest stories ever told!
Good Samaritan Church is located in the southwest part of the Las Vegas valley near the intersections of Durango Drive and Windmill Lane. Feel free to visit us in person or check out our website at: www.GoodSamLV.com
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Today's episode is a conversation between Natalee Butler and Tommi Garza about the Parable of The Prodigal Son. While this parable is a more commonly recognized parable we are sitting down together to take a deep dive into the different perspectives of the older son, younger son, and even the father. We're asking questions about how this parable relates to us today? And can we relate to each of these characters at different times in our lives? And most importantly, what can we take from this parable as Christians to share God's love, mercy, and grace with others?
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Some of the verses referenced in today's episode are: Luke 15:1 & Luke 15:11-32
If you didn't get a chance to hear Natalee's message on Father's Day you can head here --> https://bit.ly/3zM9WTTto take a listen. You can find the sermon outline to accompany her message here.
Mustard. Maybe you put it on your burger; but, have you ever heard Jesus' talk about it? In this episode, Pastor Scott and Natalee Butler talk about the parable of the mustard seed and Jesus statement to this disciples about having faith as small as a mustard seed. If you think you just have a little bit of faith, this podcast episode is for you. (And, everyone else, too!)
Good Samaritan Lutheran Church is located in the southwest part of the Las Vegas Valley. You can visit our physical location at: 8425 W. Windmill Lane, Las Vegas, NV or visit our website at: www.GoodSamLV.com
Pastor Scott and Natalee Butler kickoff this new series by looking at the Parable of the Wise and Foolish Builders. Jesus told stories to convey the truths of God's Kingdom in a new and fresh way to his followers and listeners 2000 years ago; but, they are still relevant to us today. Listen in as Scott and Natalee talk about the importance of building your life on the right kind of foundation so that when troubles come you are left standing!
Good Samaritan Church is located in Las Vegas, NV. You can learn more about us by visiting our website at: www.GoodSamLV.com
In this final episode of our series, "Reimagining Your Life," Pastor Don helps us look at our view of time and how we might reimagine it in our lives. We each only have 24 hours a day. It's one of the few things that is the same for everyone. How we use it and view it will make a huge impact in our lives and of those we love.
Good Samaritan Church is located in Las Vegas, NV. Good Sam is a Lutheran church in Las Vegas that offers different styles of worship. Please feel free to visit our website to learn more: www.GoodSamLV.com
Our mission statement is: "Love God. Love People. Make a Difference!"
In this episode, Pastor Scott and Natalee Butler won't discourage you as they dig into the topic of discouragement and how you might reimagine it's role in your life. We all deal with it. Let's see what God's Word says and talk about how that might change our view of this topic.
Good Samaritan Church and School are located in the southwest part of the Las Vegas Valley. Our school is for preschoolers through 5th grade. If you would like more information about it visit our website at: www.GoodSamCan.com
Our church's website is: www.GoodSamLV.com and we want you to know you are always welcome whether it's joining us online at our YouTube channel or joining us in person. Our physical address is: 8425 W. Windmill Lane, Las Vegas, NV 89113
In this episode, Pastor Don digs deeper into his message about how you might reimagine your view of Jesus. When you do, it will have a big impact on how you view others and yourself too!
Good Samaritan Church and School are located in Las Vegas, NV. You are always invited to visit us in person whether you live in Las Vegas or are visiting here. And, you can always join us online by going to our website: www.GoodSamLV.com
In this episode of Good News from Good Sam, Pastor Scott and Natalee Butler dig into the topic of love. Specifically they discuss God's love, our call to love others and why love is the "greatest!"
It is our prayer that your view of love (especially God's love for you) will be enhanced and deepened by this podcast.
Good Samaritan Church and School are located in the southwest part of Las Vegas, NV. We would love to have you visit us in person or join us online for worship. You can learn more by visiting our website at: www.GoodSamLV.com
It's not a topic we necessarily like to talk about; but, the reality is that all of us deal with pain in life. Whether it's actual pain or the emotional pain that comes from life's circumstances, it's real. And, it hurts.
In this episode, Pastor Don helps us understand what God's Word teaches us about how to reimagine our view of pain.
If you find this to be helpful, please consider sharing it with someone who might need a little encouragement as they deal with their pain.
For more information about Good Samaritan, a church in Las Vegas, NV, visit our website at: www.GoodSamLV.com
In this episode, Pastors Don and Scott talk about Pastor's Scott message entitled "Reimagining My View of God."
So many people have a perception of God that is anything but enticing. Listen in as we share how our view of God can be a positive one based on what we see in Jesus Christ as we see in the Scripture.
Good Samaritan Church is located in the southwest part of Las Vegas, NV. If you would like more information about this church in Las Vegas visit our website at: www.GoodSamLV.com
From Good Samaritan Church in Southwest Las Vegas, Pastor Don Lorfing shares the second message in the series, "Reimagining Your Life." How can you be made new? What kind of renovation needs to go on in your life to have a new view of yourself. Listen in as he and Pastor Scott talk about these ideas.
If you are looking for an online or in-person church home, visit Good Samaritan at www.GoodSamLV.com
Ron Oltmanns, member of Good Samaritan Church in Las Vegas, sings the first verse of two classic Christian hymns: "Amazing Grace" and "It Is Well With My Soul."
Visit Good Samaritan's website at: www.GoodSamLV.com
This new series of podcasts is based on a sermon series being shared at Good Samaritan Church in Southwest Las Vegas, NV. Pastor Don, Senior Pastor of Good Samaritan, kicks things off with this message: "What You Need to Think About What You Think About."
If you want to watch the service in which this message was originally shared, please go to our website: www.GoodSamLV.com and you will find the options on how you can view it there.
We invite you to join us online or in-person for the worship and activities of our church. Our mission statement is: "Love God. Love People. Make a Difference." We pray this podcast may make a positive impact in your life through the workings of God's Holy Spirit.
Natalee Butler and Pastor Scott talk about the three parables found in Luke 15 under the theme "Lost and Found." Natalee used these parables with our young people to teach how Jesus cares about every person no matter what !
Jesus asked a question of his disciples that each of us must deal with as well. Who is He? Who do you say Jesus is? Is he a lunatic? Is he a liar? Or is he the LORD?
I think you know what Pastor Don will say but listen in to this podcast from Good Samaritan Church and School in Las Vegas, NV.
Good Samaritan is a Lutheran church in the southwest part of the Las Vegas Valley. Our mission statement is: "Love God. Love People. Make a Difference."
To learn more about our worship times and styles, our ministries and our school please visit our website at: www.GoodSamLV.com
In this message, Pastor Scott, along with Natalee Butler, share insights based on Philemon 1:6 about how you can activate your faith by speaking good things. This message was shared in January 2021 but the principles apply at any point in our Christian lives.
Pastor Scott and Natalee are staff members at Good Samaritan Church and School located in the southwest part of the Las Vegas valley. For more information about this church visit: www.GoodSamLV.com
Natalee Butler shares insights she's gained from her walk with God and in His Word with Pastor Scott in this podcast. Natalee is the Youth Director and Connection Coordinator at Good Samaritan Church in Las Vegas, NV.
You can learn more about Good Sam at www.GoodSamLV.com
In this brief podcast from Good Samaritan Church in Las Vegas, NV, Pastors Don and Scott talk about what the church season of Lent is about. If you don't come from a Christian background that observed Lent (or you just need a brief update) this short podcast is for you.
You can learn more about Good Samaritan Church and School by visiting our website at: www.GoodSamLV.com
In this podcast from Good Samaritan, a Christian church in SW Las Vegas NV, Pastor Scott interviews Pastor Don about the first message in a four-part series called: "Sacred Selfie"
Pastor Don's message helps us see ourselves the way God's Word explains it. Listen now to this message designed to give you a fresh perspective.
Good Samaritan Church welcomes you to our in-person worship or online, as well, at: https://www.goodsamlv.com
In the series finale of the 23rd Psalm, Pastor Scott talks about the confidence that you can have in God, His Word and His Promises. You weren't meant to carry the burden of doubt around all the time. Yes, there are times we do doubt but we are not to stay in that place. As we look at the 6th verse of this great psalm, it is our prayer for you that you can be as certain as David was about God's love for you!
Good Samaritan is a Christian church in the southwest part of the Las Vegas valley. If you are looking for an online church home or a physical church home in Las Vegas learn more by visiting our website at: www.GoodSamLV.com
This podcast digs into verse 5 of the 23rd Psalm. Pastor Don Lorfing shares how God, and God's Word, help us to release these two burdens that we were never intended to lug around. It's been a year (2020) of plants to worry about and to be afraid of; but, that's not a very good way to live. Listen as we learn together of how to get out of these ruts in life.
Good Samaritan Church is located in the southwest part of the Las Vegas valley. It is a Lutheran church in Las Vegas. Over half of Good Samaritan's members and attenders to do not come from a Lutheran background. All are welcome as we seek to live out our mission statement: "Love God. Love People. Make a Difference."
If you are looking for a church home online or looking for a church home in Las Vegas, feel free to visit our website: www.GoodSamLV.com
In this podcast, Pastor Scott and Natalee Butler, Youth Director, at Good Samaritan Church in Las Vegas, NV talk about the fourth verse of the 23rd Psalm. In the series entitled "Releasing Your Burdens" we are examining how God's Word can help us get rid of the burdens we were never intended to carry. The burden of the fear of the grave and the burden of grief are both dealt with in this podcast.
For more information about Good Samaritan, a Christian church in the southwest part of the Las Vegas valley, visit our website at: www.GoodSamLV.com
From Good Samaritan's upcoming Christmas Extravaganza (virtual only this year) ... this classic Advent song will help prepare your soul during the season of preparation and anticipation.
Good Samaritan is a Christian church in Southwest Las Vegas that you can learn more about by visiting: www.GoodSamLV.com
In this episode of the GoodSamCast, Pastor Don shares how you can release the burden of guilt and shame based on Verse 3 of Psalm 23. Be careful as the "S" word (Sin) is mentioned; but, dealt with in a sound Biblical manner. If you wish to watch the sermon that this episode was based on, go to www.GoodSamLV.com. While there you can learn more about what is happening at this Christians church in southwest Las Vegas.
This episode of the GoodSamCast features Natalee Butler, Youth Director and Connections Coordinator, at Good Samaritan Church in Southwest Las Vegas, NV. Natalee has recently been sharing on our Good News at Noon from Good Sam live-stream and many people have found her insights to be helpful so we wanted you to have the chance to hear her here as well. Good Samaritan, a Las Vegas Christian church, is located online at Goodsamlv.com
Ron Oltmanns has sung at Good Samaritan Church in Las Vegas for over a decade. Prior to coming to Las Vegas, Ron was part of the United States Air Force Singing Sergeants, a church choir director and so much more. While many people at our Christian church in Southwest Las Vegas, NV has loved to hear Ron sing, this is the first time for many to hear his spoken experiences as he related them to Pastor Scott Hove. For more information about Good Samaritan check out our website at: http://www.goodsamlv.com
In our ongoing sermon series, "Releasing Your Burdens," Pastor Scott Hove focuses on the second verse of Psalm 23. Joining Pastor Scott on this podcast is Natalee Butler, Youth Director and Connections Coordinator, at Good Samaritan Lutheran Church in Las Vegas, NV. https://www.goodsamlv.com/
Psalm 23:2 reads: "He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters." Notice that the shepherd makes the sheep lie down and the shepherd gets them to the quiet waters. This verse can be a source of release to you as you deal with the burdens of weariness and worry.
Listen is as Pastor Scott, and Natalee, flesh out this great passage from God's Word.
This episode is based on the first sermon in a 6 part series that Pastor Don Lorfing and Pastor Scott Hove shared at Good Samaritan Church in Las Vegas. The series is entitled "Release Your Burdens." It is based on the 23rd Psalm.
For more information about Good Samaritan visit: https://www.goodsamlv.com