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Emmanuel Lutheran Church - Tempe, AZ
This podcast shares the gospel of Jesus Christ through the audio files of sermons at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Tempe, AZ.
Pontius Pilate asked the question, 'what is truth?' This is a question people still ask today. The truth is found in God's Word. The truth is that we are God's people in Christ Jesus.
This sermon was preached at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Tempe, AZ by Pastor Gary Pufahl on October 30, 2022.
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It is easier for a camel to enter through the eye of a needle than for a rich person to enter into heaven. This is because relying upon anything other than God for salvation will not work. For man it is impossible, with God it is possible. Salvation comes from God alone in Christ Jesus our Lord.
This sermon was preached at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Tempe, AZ by Pastor Jon Buchholz on October 23, 2022.
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As we face trials in this world, we may feel disheartened. In this reading, our Lord Jesus encourages us to continue to pray. We can approach our God persistently and confidently.
This sermon was preached at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Tempe, AZ by Pastor Gary Pufahl on October 16, 2022.
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Confronting brothers and sisters who are caught up in sin can be difficult. It can also feel hard to forgive a person. For this reason, we ask the Lord to increase our faith.
This sermon was preached at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Tempe, AZ by Pastor Gary Pufahl on October 2, 2022.
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God gives us many blessings in life. The greatest of these blessings is that which truly lasts. In this sermon, we are pointed to focus our eyes on the eternal riches of heaven.
This sermon was preached at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Tempe, AZ by Pastor Jon Buchholz on September 25, 2022.
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God seeks out the lost!
This sermon was preached at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Tempe, AZ by Pastor Dan Pautz on September 11, 2022.
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Why would Jesus hold an unrighteous manager out as an example for us? Listen to this sermon to hear a heavenly lesson learned from a worldly person.
This sermon was preached at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Tempe, AZ by Pastor Christopher Pflughoeft on September 18, 2022.
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In this reading from Scripture, Jesus says some shocking things. He does this to illustrate the importance of counting the cost of being his disciple.
This sermon was preached at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Tempe, AZ by Pastor Jon Buchholz on September 4, 2022.
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Do you ever wonder if your loved ones will join you in heaven? What is the reason that you will go to heaven? If you question other people's or your own eternal well being, this sermon points you to Jesus.
This sermon was preached at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Tempe, AZ by Pastor Chris Pflughoeft on August 21 2022.
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There are many trials and difficulties in this life. At times, it may be difficult to stay focused. In this sermon, we are encouraged to fix our eyes on Jesus.
This sermon was preached at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Tempe, AZ by Pastor Jon Buccholz on August 14, 2022.
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Not all investments that one can make work out. Sometimes, money is lost and problems occur. Listen to this sermon about safe and profitable investments.
This sermon was preached at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Tempe, AZ by Pastor Gary Pufahl on August 7, 2022.
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Have you ever been tired of having more than enough, yet feeling like you don't have enough? This feeling can be frustrating. Perhaps, you are asking what is enough? If you have felt this frustration, the clue to the resolution can be found in Scripture.
This sermon was preached at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Tempe, AZ by Pastor Christopher Pflughoeft on July 31, 2022.
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In Christ, we can come to the Father in prayer. In this lesson, Jesus teaches us how to pray.
This sermon was preached at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Tempe, AZ by Pastor Gary Pufahl on July 24, 2022.
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In our lives, we can become busy with different things. Many of these things are good and important. Yet, Jesus calls his disciples to have the proper focus on the one thing that is needful.
This sermon was preached at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Tempe, AZ by Pastor Gary Pufahl on July 18, 2022.
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God calls men to serve in the holy ministry. He calls them to shepherd his flock. This task is an important one. This weeks sermon examines what Scripture says regarding pastors.
This sermon was preached at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Tempe, AZ by Pastor Christopher Pflughoeft on July 3, 2022.
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As Christians, we are called to live our whole lives showing our identities. We are called to be 'All in.'
This sermon was preached at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Tempe, AZ by Pastor Gary Pufahl on June 26, 2022.
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We face many bullies and threats today. You can face all things confidently knowing that Jesus beats your bullies.
This sermon was preached at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Tempe, AZ by Pastor Christopher Pflughoeft on June 19, 2022.
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On Pentecost, as we consider the work of the Holy Spirit, we also consider his work in our hearts. The Holy Spirit points us to our forgiveness in Jesus, empowers us, and strengthens us.
This sermon was preached at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Tempe, AZ by Pastor Gary Pufahl on June 5, 2022.
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As those loved by Jesus, we are called to love one another.
This sermon was preached at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Tempe, AZ by Pastor Gary Pufahl on May 15, 2022.
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You are sheep. This is not an insult. This is a wonderful truth. We are the sheep who belong to our Good Shepherd, Jesus.
This sermon was preached at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Tempe, AZ by Pastor Cristopher Pflughoeft on May 8, 2022.
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How sweet the sound is for us to hear the voice of Jesus. Jesus called Peter to follow him. Jesus calls us to follow him as well.
This sermon was preached at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Tempe, AZ by Pastor Jon Buchholz on May 01, 2022.
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Although Thomas needed to see Jesus body to know that he was alive, we are blessed to know by faith that Jesus is alive.
This sermon was preached at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Tempe, AZ by Pastor Gary Pufahl on April 24, 2022.
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Since Jesus is alive, we have clarity about our future. We have confidence that we will live forever with our God in heaven.
This sermon was preached at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Tempe, AZ by Pastor Gary Pufahl on April 17, 2022.
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Jesus lives!
This sermon was preached at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Tempe, AZ by Pastor Jon Buchholz on April 17, 2022.
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Jesus suffered and died for you.
This sermon was preached at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Tempe, AZ by Pastor Chris Pflughoeft on April 15, 2022.
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On the night he was betrayed, our Lord Jesus Christ gave us his last will and testament. He gave us a wonderful gift. He instituted the Lord's Supper. In this supper, he gives us His body and blood and the forgiveness of sins. Listen to this sermon preached on Maundy Thursday which focuses on the Lord's Supper.
This sermon was preached at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Tempe, AZ by Pastor Dan Pautz on April 14, 2022.
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Sing Hosanna! Lord save us. Jesus has come to be our Savior. He saves us from the bondage and punishment of sin. Sing Hosanna!
This sermon was preached at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Tempe, AZ by Pastor Jon Buchholz on April 10, 2022.
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There is nothing more important than your relationship to Jesus Christ. Let all other things be considered rubbish in comparison. What a blessing to know that Jesus is holding you.
This sermon was preached at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Tempe, AZ by Pastor Gary Pufahl on April 3, 2022.
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The Holy Spirit is God. He is co-equal in majesty and co-eternal with the Father and the Son. He works through the means of grace to create and strengthen faith. Listen to this sermon, based on Romans 8:1-10, with a special focus on the Holy Spirit.
This sermon was preached at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Tempe, AZ by Pastor Chris Pflughoeft on March 27, 2022.
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What is your reaction to a tragedy? Perhaps, sometimes we think they deserved it. When some brought to Jesus' attention a tragedy, he used it to point them to repentance. Listen to this sermon preached on Luke 13:1-9.
This sermon was preached at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Tempe, AZ by Pastor Jon Buchholz on March 20, 2022.
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Jesus was not deterred by threats. He was focused on his mission to save us from our sins. Listen to this sermon about Jesus' fulfilling his mission, and how this now moves us to finish our mission.
This sermon was preached at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Tempe, AZ by Pastor Gary Pufahl on March 13, 2022.
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What is your diet like? No, we don't mean to ask about the food you eat, but what about your diet of consuming content. Listen to this sermon about food that sustains. The food that sustains is the Word of God which tells us about Jesus who defeated the devil for us.
This sermon was preached at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Tempe, AZ by Pastor Christopher Pflughoeft on March 6, 2022.
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When Peter saw the glory of Jesus, he recognized it was good to be there. We look forward to seeing Jesus face to face in heaven. It is good for us to be in church, receiving God's gifts. For now though, he sends us out to tell more people about our glorious Savior. Listen to this sermon about the Transfiguration of Jesus.
This sermon was preached at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Tempe, AZ by Pastor Gary Pufahl on February 27, 2022.
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Emmanuel Lutheran Church is working with other area churches to reach out with the gospel to the students of Arizona State University. As a part of this effort, the WELS Campus Ministry Mission Counselor came to Tempe to preach and present. This is the sermon that he preached.
This sermon was preached at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Tempe, AZ by Mission Counselor Daniel Lindner on February 20, 2022.
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What does it mean to be blessed? When Jesus calls certain people blessed in the Bible, does he mean the same blessings that we usually think about? To address these questions, listen to this sermon based on Luke 6:17-26.
This sermon was preached at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Tempe, AZ by Pastor Dan Pautz on February 13, 2022.
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Emmanuel Lutheran School is in its 50th school year. Emmanuel Lutheran Church offers Sunday School, Teen Bible study, and many other Bible studies. Our congregation does all this because we recognize the value of Christian education. Listen to this sermon on the importance of Christian education.
This sermon was preached at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Tempe, AZ by Pastor Christopher Pflughoeft on February 6, 2022.
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What is the mission of the church? Jesus had the mission to share the good news of the kingdom of God with as many as he could. Now, Jesus sends us out to proclaim His gospel.
This sermon was preached at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Tempe, AZ by Pastor Gary Pufahl on January 30, 2022.
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There are certain figures that are so important in the world that they cannot be ignored. The greatest and most important of all is Jesus of Nazareth. People need to consider the following question. Who is this Jesus?
This sermon was preached at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Tempe, AZ by Pastor Christopher Pflughoeft on January 23, 2022.
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Do things have to happen the way you want? What if they don't? Is that how you treat your God's timing? Listen to this sermon about Jesus' on-time delivery.
This sermon was preached at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Tempe, AZ by Pastor Jon Buchholz on January 16, 2022.
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Why was Jesus baptized? Learn about the importance of Jesus' baptism through this message.
This sermon was preached at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Tempe, AZ by Pastor Gary Pufahl on January 9, 2022.
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Do you ever question if God keeps His promises? If so, listen to the message from God's Word.
This sermon was preached at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Tempe, AZ by Pastor Christopher Pflughoeft on January 2, 2022.
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