Sovereign Grace Church - Aberdeen, SD: Recent Episodes
Sovereign Grace Church: Aberdeen, SD
HEBREWS - Hebrews 12:14-17, A look at embracing the group project of faith and seeing God.
HEBREWS - Hebrews 12:4-13, a look at the good news for adopted sinners: Grief now, joy to come
GENESIS - Genesis 4:16-4:26, a look at distinguishing the offspring of the serpent from the offspring of the woman
GENESIS - Genesis 4:6-16, a look at listening to the Blood of Abel vs the Blood of Christ
GENESIS - Genesis 4:1-7, a look at worshiping God by humbling placing our faith in the slain lamb of God for our sin and therefore we will grow in love for our brother
GENESIS - Genesis 3:14-15, a look at the rule of Adam, Satan, Christ, and Believers and how Christ saves us from the ruler of the dead: Satan.
ROMANS - Romans 6:23, A look at how when we receive God's gift of Christ by faith, we are connected to the power of generous love
PSALMS - Psalm 50, a look at glorifying God by offering to God a sacrifice of thanksgiving.
HEBREWS - Hebrews 11:32-40, a look at remembering who faith saves, what faith accomplishes, and where faith leads
GENESIS - Genesis 3:16-24, A look at Eve's pain, Adam's pain, Adam's faith, God's grace in Christ, and God's restricted access to the Tree of Life
GENESIS - Genesis 3:14-15 - A look at beholding the conquering King as we consider the first gospel proclamation
GENESIS.- Genesis 3:7-13, A look at trusting in Christ alone, knowing that you cannot save yourself by pretending, hiding, or blaming.
GENESIS - Genesis 3:1-6, a look at keeping our eyes on the Truth (Jesus) and disarm Satan's lies.
GENESIS - Genesis 3:1-3, A look at how to be aware of Satan's schemes and fix your eyes upon Christ
GENESIS - Genesis 2:5-17, A look at how, in the Garden Sanctuary, we find precious stones, a mountain, a place of wisdom, an eastern facing entrance, sacred land, and rivers from the throne
GENESIS - Genesis 2:5-17, A look at how, in the Garden Sanctuary, we find the first Temple, Priest, Guardian Cherub, and Lampstand
GENESIS - Genesis 2:8-17, a look at how we are to trust in the Lord for He is our provider.
GENESIS + ACTS - Genesis 3, 15, 22; Acts 17, a look at how we, like the Jews of Jesus's day, have a choice to make: accept and follow the Christ presented in the Bible, or reject the Christ of the Bible so we can hold fast to our own expectations and traditions
GENESIS - Genesis 1:27, a look at how, in the midst of the sexual revolution, we are to love Jesus by believing His words
GENESIS - Genesis 1:24-31, A look at answering the question on how we are to have dominion since Christ fulfilled it for us, what it looks like to practice dominion in Christ, and How God is glorified by a humble servant ruler.
GENESIS - Genesis 1:24-31, Psalm 8, A look at mankind's purpose, how we image God, Adam's failure to rule, and how Christ regained dominion for mankind
GENESIS - Genesis 1:20-23, A look at how we are to look to the sea and to the sky and see the God who fills, is good, and blesses.
GENESIS - Genesis 1:14-19, A look at how we are to look to the sky and trust the one who created the sun, moon, and stars
GENESIS - Genesis 1:6-13, a look at how we should stand in awe of the goodness, wisdom, and power of God in the order of creation
HEBREWS - Hebrews 11:8-16, A look at seeking a homeland by asking the question: Where do you consider home?
GALATIANS - Galatians 5:13-5:15, A look at how we are to live our life in light of the gospel
FIRST CORINTHIANS - 1 Corinthians, a look how we as brothers and sisters in Christ are to remember the gospel and the hope of resurrection!
GENESIS - Genesis 1:1-4, a look at how we are to glory in the goodness of God that is seen in all creation as it points us to Christ.
GENESIS - John 1:1-5, a critical look at modern evolution and it's shortcomings in light of who God made us to be
GENESIS - Exodus 20:11, A look at other creation theories and how we are to submit ourselves under the Word of God and not attack it
HEBREWS - Hebrews 11:4-7, a look at the anatomy of faith, three heroes of the faith, and how to seek commendable faith
HEBREWS - Hebrews 10:32-39, a look at how we are to remember God's previous work, promises to come, and preserving power
EPHESIANS - Ephesians 6:21-24, a look at how there is much Glory in Christ! May His blessings rest upon you.
EPHESIANS - Ephesians 6:18-20, a look at how we are the put on the armor of God and stand against the evil powers by praying!
EPHESIANS - Ephesians 6:17, a look at how we are to fight the enemy by trusting in and prclaiming the word of God
LUKE - Luke 2:1-14, a look at how we are to give glory to God alone, for Christ was born for this reason!
THESSALONIANS - 1 Thessalonians 5:18, a look at how we are to give thanks in ALL circumstances
EPHESIANS - Ephesians 6:14, a look at how we are to stand, ready for battle having put on Christ!
EPHESIANS - Ephesians 6:13, a look giving full effort to stand in God's strength against the powers of evil
EPHESIANS - Ephesians 6:11 - a look at how Satan is the god of this world and how he wants to separate you from your spiritual body, the church
EPHESIANS - Ephesians 6:11 - a look at how Satan is the god of this world and how he wants to separate your from your physical body
EPHESIANS - Ephesians 6:11 - a look at how Satan is the god of this world and how he wants to separate you from your neighbor
EPHESIANS - Ephesians 6:11 - A look at how Satan is the God of this world and wants to separate you from your neighbor
EPHESIANS - Ephesians 6:11 - A look at how Satan is the God of this wrold and the father of death
EPHESIANS - Ephesians 6:11, a look at how we can be strong in the Lord by knowing the enemy well
HEBREWS - Hebrews 10:22-25, a look at how we are to respond to all that God has done in Christ
EPHESIANS - Ephesians 6:10-12, a look at how to be strong in the Lord knowing who we are wrestling against.
EPHESIANS - Ephesians 6:9, a look at how we are to keep our eyes on Christ as we serve in positions of authority
A look at how we are to keep our eyes on the Lord in all our work as employers and employees
EPHESIANS - Ephesians 6:4, a look at how Parents are to bring up their children and what that means.
EPHESIANS - Ephesians 6:4, a look at how Parents are to bring up their children, not down.
EPHESIANS - Ephesians 6:4, a look at how Parents are to bring up their children, not down.
EPHESIANS - Ephesians 5:32-33, a look at how to live out your marriage according to God's grand design
EPHESIANS - Ephesians 5:28-31 - a look at what the goal of marriage is: becoming one out of reverence for Christ
EPHESIANS - Ephesians 5:26-27, a look at how the goal of marriage is to become ONE out of reverence for Christ
EPHESIANS - Ephesians 5:25, a look at the goal of marriage: becoming one out of reverence for Christ
EPHESIANS - Ephesians 5:21-24, a look at how wives being filled with the Spirit can submit to their own husbands as they submit to Christ
EPHESIANS - Ephesians 5:21-24, a look at a call for wives to be filled with the spirit and submit to their own husbands as they submit to Christ
EPHESIANS - Ephesians 5:22-33, Genesis 1:26-31, a look at how we are created equal, but distinct while remembering that God is good!
EPHESIANS - Ephesians 5:19-21, a look at how we are filled with the Spirit and overflow with a hear that worships
EPHESIANS - Ephesians 5:18, a look at how we are to be fully led by the Spirit's direction and power continually
EPHESIANS - Ephesians 5:11-16, a look at how we walk in the light exposing evil with the two fold light of Christ!
EPHESIANS - Ephesians 5:5-10, a look at how we are to discern and walk as children of light because we ARE light!
EPHESIANS - Ephesians 5:5-10, a look at because we are light, we discern, and walk as children of light
EPHESIANS - Ephesians 5:15, a look at how we as beloved children, must be thankful as we walk in God's love
EPHESIANS - Ephesians 4:31-5:2, a look at how we as Beloved Children, mimic God by walking in love!
EPHESIANS - Ephesians 4:29-32, a look at not grieving the Holy Spirit who is your life from beginning to the end.
EPHESIANS - Ephesians 4:25-32, a look at because we are new in Christ, we are to be like Jesus
EPHESIANS - Ephesians 4:17-23, a look at not dressing yourself like who you were but rather dressing yourself like who you really are
EPHESIANS - Ephesians 4:17-23, an introduction to not dressing yourself like who you were, but rather dressing yourself like who you really are
EPHESIANS - Ephesians 4:1-16, a look at how to love one another in truth and grow in maturity together
EPHESIANS - Ephesians 4:11-12, a look at how since Jesus has gifted us, we must grow up and minister to the body
EPHESIANS - Ephesians 4:7-11, a look at how Christ has gifted you uniquely to minister to the church
PHILIPPIANS - Philippians 2:5-11, a look at what it looks like to live a life worthy of the gospel of Christ
PHILIPPIANS - Philippians 1:27-2:11, A look at asking three questions about the text and how we ourselves can experience joy like Paul calls us to
Made for Unity From UniEPHESIANS - Ephesians 4:3-6, a look at how we walk with one another in a manner that reflects the unity of Godty
EPHESIANS - Ephesians 4:2, a look at how to walk in a manner worthy of our calling is to walk in love
EPHESIANS - Ephesians 4:1, a look at God's indicative of what He's done for us, then God's imperative of how we should would in light of that
EPHESIANS - Ephesians 3:14-21, a look at the Spirit's power working within you and what that means
EPHESIANS - Ephesians 3:14-21, a look at how the spirit's power is working within you and what that means
EPHESIANS - Ephesians 3:1-13, a look at not losing heart because of suffering, rather know the eternal purposes of God
EPHESIANS - Ephesians 2:19-22. A look at the foundation of the Christian life, as God's builds us into a temple as his workmanship.
EPHESIANS - Ephesians 2:1-10, A look at considering the resurrection power of God towards you in yoru salvation and work
EPHESIANS - Ephesians 1:15-23, A look at praising God and praying for the Spirit to give you a greater knowledge and love for Christ
EPHESIANS - Ephesians 1:7-10, a look at how to glory in the incomprehensible blessing of hte beloved
EPHESIANS - Eph. 2:1-10, A look at common objections to the doctrine of divine election
EPHESIANS - Ephesians 1:3-6, a look at how we are chosen by Grace and what God's purpose and work are in that
HEBREWS - Hebrews 9:15-22, A look at the majestic glory of the new covenant mediator and to remember the blood in order to serve, rejoice, and live
EPHESIANS - Ephesians 1:3-6, a look at how we are chosen by grace by the just and good council of God's will
EPHESIANS - Ephesians 1:1,2 A look at grace to you from God's letter to the Ephesian church
EPHESIANS - Ephesians 3:8-13 A look at the mystery of the gospel and God's mission for us
MARK - Mark 4:35-41 A look at how we can see God's good work in suffering. A recap of Jim
PHILIPPIANS - Philippians 1:12-21 A look at how to keep telling the greatest story of the Champion of the Gospel
HEBREWS - Hebrews 9:6-14 A look how to engage in priestly service to God through Christ in the Spirit.
HEBREWS - Hebrews 9:1-6. A look at worshipping God and what that means for us as believers.
LUKE - Luke 24:50-53. A look at worshipping the ascended Christ in the joy of his inexhaustible blessings!
LUKE - Luke 24:50-53. A look at how amazingly blessed we are in Christ. Worship the ascended Christ in the joy of his inexhaustible blessings!
LUKE - Luke 24:45-49. A look at what the Great Commission requires: Preaching, Promise, Power, Prayer
LUKE - Luke 24:44-49. A look at Christ's commission to his disciples a after the resurrection and what it means for us.
LUKE - Luke 24:33-43. A look at the bodily resurrection of Jesus, the great hope it both offers and to which it calls us.
LUKE - Luke 24:13-35. A look at the disciples encounter with the risen Christ on the road to Emmaus and what it teaches us about faith.
LUKE - Luke 24:13-35. A look at the disciples encounter with the risen Christ on the road to Emmaus and what it teaches us about faith.
LUKE - Luke 23:50-24:12. A look at Jesus death and resurrection, and the question it requires us all to face.
LUKE - Luke 23:50-24:12. A look at Jesus death and resurrection, and the question it requires us all to face.
LUKE - Luke 23:44-56. A look at the supernatural display of the glory of God in the death of Jesus Christ.
LUKE - Luke 23:44-56. A look at the supernatural display of the glory of God in the death of Jesus Christ.
LUKE - Luke 23:26-43. A look at the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, and the various reactions to it recorded in Luke's gospel
LUKE - Luke 23:26-43. A look at the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, and the various reactions to it recorded in Luke's gospel
LUKE - Luke 23:1-24. A look at Jesus before Pilate and how the most influential voices in our lives reveal our hearts.
LUKE - Luke 23:1-24. A look at Jesus before Pilate and how the most influential voices in our lives reveal our hearts.
HEBREWS - Hebrews 8:7-13. A look at the new covenant mediated by Jesus and the old covenant that is vanishing away.
HEBREWS - Hebrews 8:7-13. A look at the new covenant mediated by Jesus and the old covenant that is vanishing away.
LUKE - Luke 22:63-71. A look at Luke's account of Jesus' trail before the Jewish officials.
LUKE - Luke 22:63-71. A look at Luke's account of Jesus' trail before the Jewish officials.
LUKE - Luke 22:54-62. A look at what happens when we put our confidence in ourselves, and what it takes for us to put all our hope in Christ.
LUKE - Luke 22:54-62. A look at what happens when we put our confidence in ourselves, and what it takes for us to put all our hope in Christ.
LUKE - Luke 22:47-53. A look at the various roles of those at the arrest of Christ, and which role which we should seek.
LUKE - Luke 22:47-53. A look at the various roles of those at the arrest of Christ, and which role which we should seek.
LUKE - Luke 22:39-46. A look at Jesus and the disciples on the Mount of Olives, Jesus' blood-sweating prayers, and the disciples' slumber.
LUKE - Luke 22:39-46. A look at Jesus and the disciples on the Mount of Olives, Jesus' blood-sweating prayers, and the disciples' slumber.
LUKE - Luke 22:35-38. A look at how Jesus described the world would receive his disciples, after his crucifixion.
LUKE - Luke 22:35-38. A look at how Jesus described the world would receive his disciples, after his crucifixion.
LUKE - 1 Corinthians 11:16-34. A pause in the book of Luke to linger on the topic of the Lord's Supper and look at the significance of the Lord's Supper, and the danger and loss of getting it wrong.
LUKE - 1 Corinthians 11:16-34. A pause in the book of Luke to linger on the topic of the Lord's Supper and look at the significance of the Lord's Supper, and the danger and loss of getting it wrong.
LUKE - Luke 22:14-23. A look at the often underestimated significance of Jesus' last supper with the apostles.
LUKE - Luke 22:14-23. A look at the often underestimated significance of Jesus' last supper with the apostles.
LUKE - Luke 22:7-13. A look at how Christ's control over his death gives us great hope.
LUKE - Luke 22:7-13. A look at how Christ's control over his death gives us great hope.
A pastoral update and congregational exhortation, at the end of 2021, as we look forward to the year ahead at a point of transition for our church body.
A pastoral update and congregational exhortation, at the end of 2021, as we look forward to the year ahead at a point of transition for our church body.
LUKE - Luke 21:37-22:6. A look at what led up to the betraying of Jesus, and how the same danger is true for us.
LUKE - Luke 21:37-22:6. A look at what led up to the betraying of Jesus, and how the same danger is true for us.
LUKE - Luke 21:37-22:6. A look at what led up to the betraying of Jesus, and how the same danger is true for us.
LUKE - Luke 21:37-22:6. A look at what led up to the betraying of Jesus, and how the same danger is true for us.
LUKE - Luke 22-23. A pause in the journey to the book of Luke, as Luke turns his attention to Jesus' crucifixion, to see how the whole Bible anticipates the cross fo Christ.
LUKE - Luke 22-23. A pause in the journey to the book of Luke, as Luke turns his attention to Jesus' crucifixion, to see how the whole Bible anticipates the cross fo Christ.
HEBREWS - Hebrews 7:20-28. A look at the superior nature of Christ's priesthood and what it means for our lives.
HEBREWS - Hebrews 7:20-28. A look at the superior nature of Christ's priesthood and what it means for our lives.
LUKE - Luke. 21:25-38. A look at the reality of Christ's second coming, and the effects thereof.
LUKE - Luke. 21:25-38. A look at the reality of Christ's second coming, and the effects thereof.
LUKE - Luke 21:5-24. A look at the characteristics of those who endure as witnesses of Christ until he returns.
LUKE - Luke 21:5-24. A look at the characteristics of those who endure as witnesses of Christ until he returns.
LUKE - Luke 20:45-21:4. A look at the danger of hypocrisy, and the heart of a true servant of Christ.
LUKE - Luke 20:45-21:4. A look at the danger of hypocrisy, and the heart of a true servant of Christ.
A look at the importance of leaning into the body of Christ, especially during tumultuous times.
A look at the importance of leaning into the body of Christ, especially during tumultuous times.
HEBREWS - Hebrews 7:11-19. A look at why we need a priest, and why a new high priest provides a better hope.
HEBREWS - Hebrews 7:11-19. A look at why we need a priest, and why a new high priest provides a better hope.
LUKE - Luke 19:28-44. A look at Jesus' entry into Jerusalem and what truly makes for peace.
LUKE - Luke 19:28-44. A look at Jesus' entry into Jerusalem and what truly makes for peace.
A look at how God calls us to be gospel ambassadors, and the message we're called to herald.
A look at how God calls us to be gospel ambassadors, and the message we're called to herald.
HEBREWS - Hebrews 7:1-10. A look at one of the most obscure, mysterious figures in the Old Testament.
HEBREWS - Hebrews 7:1-10. A look at one of the most obscure, mysterious figures in the Old Testament.
LUKE - Luke 19:1-10. A look at how Jesus seeks sinners who will be ruined and place their trust in him.
LUKE - Luke 19:1-10. A look at how Jesus seeks sinners who will be ruined and place their trust in him.
LUKE - Luke 18:31-43. A look at seeing Jesus in all his glory in the Scriptures in order to believe.
LUKE - Luke 18:31-43. A look at seeing Jesus in all his glory in the Scriptures in order to believe.
LUKE - Luke 18:18-30. A look at our need for grace in order to value Jesus above all else.
LUKE - Luke 18:18-30. A look at our need for grace in order to value Jesus above all else.
LUKE - Luke 18:1-8. A look at a story Jesus told a woman who was persistent in her requests for justice.
LUKE - Luke 18:1-8. A look at a story Jesus told a woman who was persistent in her requests for justice.
EASTER 2021 - A look at why the good news of Easter needs to be shared by Christ's people.
EASTER 2021 - A look at why the good news of Easter needs to be shared by Christ's people.
A look at just how "triumphant" Jesus thought of his entry into Jerusalem on Passover week.
A look at just how "triumphant" Jesus thought of his entry into Jerusalem on Passover week.
LUKE - Luke 17:20-37. A look at Luke 17 in light of Revelation 19:11-21 and living according to one's true identity as it relates to the King of kings.
LUKE - Luke 17:20-37. A look at Luke 17 in light of Revelation 19:11-21 and living according to one's true identity as it relates to the King of kings.
LUKE - Luke 17:20-37. A look at the immediate urgency of responding to the risen and returning Christ.
LUKE - Luke 17:20-37. A look at the immediate urgency of responding to the risen and returning Christ.
A look at a biblical view of suffering, from 2 Corinthians 4:16-5:10. A message by Gared Shaffer.
A look at a biblical view of suffering, from 2 Corinthians 4:16-5:10. A message by Gared Shaffer.
LUKE - Luke 17:11-19. A look at thankfulness, salvation, and the characteristics of a changed heart.
LUKE - Luke 17:11-19. A look at thankfulness, salvation, and the characteristics of a changed heart.
LUKE - Luke 17:1-6. A look at the importance of forgiveness and how to forgive one another.e
LUKE - Luke 17:1-6. A look at the importance of forgiveness and how to forgive one another.e
LUKE - Luke 16:19-31. A look at how the life of faith is the life seeing eternity as true reality.
LUKE - Luke 16:19-31. A look at how the life of faith is the life seeing eternity as true reality.
CHRISTMAS - A look at how the birth of a baby 2700 years ago informs our fears today and help us understand Christmas.
CHRISTMAS - A look at how the birth of a baby 2700 years ago informs our fears today and help us understand Christmas.
LUKE - Luke 15:11-32. A look at the extravagant love of the Father and the hideous evil of self-righteousness.
LUKE - Luke 15:11-32. A look at the extravagant love of the Father and the hideous evil of self-righteousness.
A look at the glory God deserves and crossroads Sovereign Grace Church currently faces.
A look at the glory God deserves and crossroads Sovereign Grace Church currently faces.
1 PETER - 1 Peter 5:8-14. A look at how we should think about Satan, and what we should do when we encounter him and his schemes.
1 PETER - 1 Peter 5:8-14. A look at how we should think about Satan, and what we should do when we encounter him and his schemes.
1 PETER - 1 Peter 5:1-6. A look at how the apostle Peter encouraged pastors, young men, and a congregation in the midst of mounting persecution.
1 PETER - 1 Peter 5:1-6. A look at how the apostle Peter encouraged pastors, young men, and a congregation in the midst of mounting persecution.
A sermon by congregation member Gared Shaffer on the message that ought to captivate our hearts and our speech.
A sermon by congregation member Gared Shaffer on the message that ought to captivate our hearts and our speech.
1 PETER - 1 Peter 4:7. A look at the connection between our prayers and our battle with sinful desires.
1 PETER - 1 Peter 4:7. A look at the connection between our prayers and our battle with sinful desires.
1 PETER - 1 Peter 4:1-7. A look at the importance of knowing the narrative of Jesus' life.
1 PETER - 1 Peter 4:1-7. A look at the importance of knowing the narrative of Jesus' life.
LUKE - Luke 13:31-35. A look at the sovereignty Jesus claimed during his earthly ministry and what it means for us today.
LUKE - Luke 13:31-35. A look at the sovereignty Jesus claimed during his earthly ministry and what it means for us today.
LUKE - Luke 13:22-30. A look at where striving repentance leads, to the kingdom of God.
LUKE - Luke 13:22-30. A look at where striving repentance leads, to the kingdom of God.
LUKE - Luke 13:22-30. A look at distinguishing faith, repentance, and striving to enter the kingdom of God.
LUKE - Luke 13:22-30. A look at distinguishing faith, repentance, and striving to enter the kingdom of God.
LUKE - Luke 13:10-21. A look at the healing of an afflicted woman on the Sabbath, and two radically different responses to that healing.
LUKE - Luke 13:10-21. A look at the healing of an afflicted woman on the Sabbath, and two radically different responses to that healing.
A look at a conversation with Jesus at night, the most popular verse in the Bible, and the nature of true conversion.
A look at a conversation with Jesus at night, the most popular verse in the Bible, and the nature of true conversion.
LUKE - Luke 13:1-9. A look at what Jesus has to say about those who suffer under the calamities of injustice and natural disasters.
LUKE - Luke 13:1-9. A look at what Jesus has to say about those who suffer under the calamities of injustice and natural disasters.
A look at how Jesus' advise for investing for the future (Matt. 13:44-46; Luke 16:1-13).
A look at how Jesus' advise for investing for the future (Matt. 13:44-46; Luke 16:1-13).
Part 1 of a 3-part series on biblical giving. A look at how God recognizes money as a way to reveal our hearts.
Part 1 of a 3-part series on biblical giving. A look at how God recognizes money as a way to reveal our hearts.
HEBREWS - Hebrews 5:11-6:3. A look at the danger of perpetual spiritual infancy, and what characterizes authentic Christian spirituality.
HEBREWS - Hebrews 5:11-6:3. A look at the danger of perpetual spiritual infancy, and what characterizes authentic Christian spirituality.
LUKE - Luke 12:13-21. Another look at money, possessions, and the desires of our hearts.
LUKE - Luke 12:13-21. Another look at money, possessions, and the desires of our hearts.
LUKE - Luke 12:8-12. A look at acknowledging and denying Christ, and what it means to blaspheme the Holy Spirit.
LUKE - Luke 12:8-12. A look at acknowledging and denying Christ, and what it means to blaspheme the Holy Spirit.
LUKE - Luke 12:4-7. A second look at place fear in its proper place, in the Christian life.
LUKE - Luke 12:4-7. A second look at place fear in its proper place, in the Christian life.
LUKE - Luke 12:4-5. A look at offensive doctrine of hell and the the perspective it gives for one's spiritual life.
LUKE - Luke 12:4-5. A look at offensive doctrine of hell and the the perspective it gives for one's spiritual life.
LUKE - Luke 11:29-36. A look at the high stakes that occur as a result of being exposed to the bright light of Jesus and the good news of his kingdom.
LUKE - Luke 11:29-36. A look at the high stakes that occur as a result of being exposed to the bright light of Jesus and the good news of his kingdom.
LUKE - Luke 11:28. A look at what it means to hear God's word and keep it (with a focus on Proverbs 4).
LUKE - Luke 11:28. A look at what it means to hear God's word and keep it (with a focus on Proverbs 4).
LUKE - Luke 11:24-28. A look at the danger of cleaning up your life in the name of Christianity.
LUKE - Luke 11:24-28. A look at the danger of cleaning up your life in the name of Christianity.
LUKE - Luke 11:5-13. A look at what Jesus has to say about shameless, bold requests to God in prayer.
LUKE - Luke 11:5-13. A look at what Jesus has to say about shameless, bold requests to God in prayer.
A look at the person on Jesus Christ, from Colossians 1:13-23. A message by Gared Shaffer.
A look at the person on Jesus Christ, from Colossians 1:13-23. A message by Gared Shaffer.
LUKE - Luke 10:38-42. A look at good things that become bad things when they drag us away from the best thing.
LUKE - Luke 10:38-42. A look at good things that become bad things when they drag us away from the best thing.
A look at the great hope of the Christian in the midst of trials and suffering from Romans 8:13-39.
A look at the great hope of the Christian in the midst of trials and suffering from Romans 8:13-39.
A look at God as not just or Judge, Lord, and Savior, but also our Reward (selected Scriptures).
A look at God as not just or Judge, Lord, and Savior, but also our Reward (selected Scriptures).
LUKE - Luke 9:57-62. A look at what is means to follow Christ, his demand for allegiance above every other worldly good.
LUKE - Luke 9:57-62. A look at what is means to follow Christ, his demand for allegiance above every other worldly good.
LUKE - Luke 9:51-56. A look at the purpose of Jesus' ministry and his disposition towards unbelievers, as he sets his gaze toward Jerusalem and the cross in the gospel of Luke.
LUKE - Luke 9:51-56. A look at the purpose of Jesus' ministry and his disposition towards unbelievers, as he sets his gaze toward Jerusalem and the cross in the gospel of Luke.
LUKE - Luke 9:37-50. A look at how Jesus helps the disciples (and us) understand one of our biggest problems.
LUKE - Luke 9:37-50. A look at how Jesus helps the disciples (and us) understand one of our biggest problems.
A guest message by Michael Wurtz on the what we learn about both God and ourselves from Hannah's Prayer at the beginning of 1 Samuel.
A guest message by Michael Wurtz on the what we learn about both God and ourselves from Hannah's Prayer at the beginning of 1 Samuel.
A look at church membership in Scripture, how it is applied at Sovereign Grace Church, and how it relates to baptism and the Lord's Supper.
A look at church membership in Scripture, how it is applied at Sovereign Grace Church, and how it relates to baptism and the Lord's Supper.
LUKE - Luke 9:26-36. A third and final look at the transfiguration, and how the experience shapes what Peter writes to Christians years later (particularly 2 Peter 3:1-13).
LUKE - Luke 9:26-36. A third and final look at the transfiguration, and how the experience shapes what Peter writes to Christians years later (particularly 2 Peter 3:1-13).
LUKE - Luke 9:26-36. A second look at the transfiguration, its significance in the context of the Bible, and what it means for us today.
LUKE - Luke 9:26-36. A second look at the transfiguration, its significance in the context of the Bible, and what it means for us today.
LUKE - Luke 9:26-36. A look at the transfiguration, its significance in the context of the Bible, and what it means for us today.
LUKE - Luke 9:26-36. A look at the transfiguration, its significance in the context of the Bible, and what it means for us today.
LUKE - Luke 9:23-26. A look at Jesus' message to the world: Choose yourself and the world or him and the cross.
LUKE - Luke 9:23-26. A look at Jesus' message to the world: Choose yourself and the world or him and the cross.
A guest message by Mark Phillips from Number 13-14, looking at how the kingdom of God advances as the people of God believe the promises of God and go out in the presence of God.
A guest message by Mark Phillips from Number 13-14, looking at how the kingdom of God advances as the people of God believe the promises of God and go out in the presence of God.
LUKE - Luke 8:40-56. A look at what happens when we encounter Jesus, by faith, and resolve to wait for him as our ultimate reward.
LUKE - Luke 8:40-56. A look at what happens when we encounter Jesus, by faith, and resolve to wait for him as our ultimate reward.
LUKE - Luke 8:22-39. A look at the question: Do you want to be with, or away from, the man who calms seas and commands demons?
LUKE - Luke 8:22-39. A look at the question: Do you want to be with, or away from, the man who calms seas and commands demons?
LUKE - Luke 8:4-15. A look at the parable of the sower and an opportunity for a personal heart assessment.
LUKE - Luke 8:4-15. A look at the parable of the sower and an opportunity for a personal heart assessment.
LUKE - Luke 7:18-35. A look what John the Baptist's misunderstanding of Jesus' ministry means for us.
LUKE - Luke 7:18-35. A look what John the Baptist's misunderstanding of Jesus' ministry means for us.
A guest message by Jarvis Wipf of Capitol Commission of South Dakota on the mission of Capitol Commission, as well as the imperative, reason, and purpose of prayer for all people.
A guest message by Jarvis Wipf of Capitol Commission of South Dakota on the mission of Capitol Commission, as well as the imperative, reason, and purpose of prayer for all people.
LUKE - Luke 7:11-16. A look at Christ's divinity, and the response such a look demands from those who see.
LUKE - Luke 7:11-16. A look at Christ's divinity, and the response such a look demands from those who see.
A guest message by Andrew Hunt of Union Baptist Church of Hawesville, KY on the invitation to come to the Lord from Isaiah 55.
A guest message by Andrew Hunt of Union Baptist Church of Hawesville, KY on the invitation to come to the Lord from Isaiah 55.
LUKE - Luke 6:39-49. A look at following Jesus Christ alone and the danger in following false teachers.
LUKE - Luke 6:39-49. A look at following Jesus Christ alone and the danger in following false teachers.
A guest message by Brandon Pedersen of Equip Campus Ministries in Vermillion, SD on what it means to be a freed spiritual slave.
A guest message by Brandon Pedersen of Equip Campus Ministries in Vermillion, SD on what it means to be a freed spiritual slave.
LUKE - Luke 6:17-26. A look at the paradox Jesus presents when it comes to the blessings of God.
LUKE - Luke 6:17-26. A look at the paradox Jesus presents when it comes to the blessings of God.
LUKE - Luke 6:12-19. A look at Jesus' choice of the 12 disciples, and why the men he chose should encourage us.
LUKE - Luke 6:12-19. A look at Jesus' choice of the 12 disciples, and why the men he chose should encourage us.
LUKE - Luke 6:6-11. A look at the danger of living with the spiritual pride of the Pharisees.
LUKE - Luke 6:6-11. A look at the danger of living with the spiritual pride of the Pharisees.
LUKE - Luke 6:1-11. A look at law and love, and what it really means to recognize Christ's lordship over all things.
LUKE - Luke 6:1-11. A look at law and love, and what it really means to recognize Christ's lordship over all things.
LUKE - Luke 5:33-39. A look at the paradigm-shifting change Jesus was during his ministry, and what it means to live according to his gospel.
LUKE - Luke 5:33-39. A look at the paradigm-shifting change Jesus was during his ministry, and what it means to live according to his gospel.
LUKE - Luke 5:12-15. A look at Jesus' willingness to come in contact with our sinful uncleanness and restore us physically, communally, spiritually, personally, and sacrificially.
LUKE - Luke 5:12-15. A look at Jesus' willingness to come in contact with our sinful uncleanness and restore us physically, communally, spiritually, personally, and sacrificially.
LUKE - Luke 5:1-11. A look at the calling of the first disciples, and what it means to leave everything and follow Christ.
LUKE - Luke 5:1-11. A look at the calling of the first disciples, and what it means to leave everything and follow Christ.
LUKE - Luke 4:31-44. A look at the display of Christ's kingdom power and authority in Luke 4, and the implications of this display for our lives.
LUKE - Luke 4:31-44. A look at the display of Christ's kingdom power and authority in Luke 4, and the implications of this display for our lives.
LUKE - Luke 4:14-30. A look at the good news and utter importance of our response to Christ and all he claimed to be.
LUKE - Luke 4:14-30. A look at the good news and utter importance of our response to Christ and all he claimed to be.
EASTER 2018 - How the death-destroying work of Christ and his resurrection offer great and wonderful hope.
EASTER 2018 - How the death-destroying work of Christ and his resurrection offer great and wonderful hope.
LUKE - Luke 4:1-13 Part 4 of a 4-part series on temptation. A focus on living by the word of God in the midst of temptation, even when Satan would use the Bible and your faith against you.
LUKE - Luke 4:1-13 Part 4 of a 4-part series on temptation. A focus on living by the word of God in the midst of temptation, even when Satan would use the Bible and your faith against you.
LUKE - Luke 4:5-8 Part 3 of a 4-part series on temptation. A focus on living by the word of God in the midst of the temptation to take the "easy" way rather than trust God's ways.
LUKE - Luke 4:5-8 Part 3 of a 4-part series on temptation. A focus on living by the word of God in the midst of the temptation to take the "easy" way rather than trust God's ways.
LUKE - Luke 4:1-4. Part 2 of a 4-part series on temptation. A focus on living by the word of God in the midst of craving temptations.
LUKE - Luke 4:1-4. Part 2 of a 4-part series on temptation. A focus on living by the word of God in the midst of craving temptations.
LUKE - Luke 4:1-13. Part 1 of a 4-part series on temptation. An introduction to living by the word of God in the midst of temptation.
LUKE - Luke 4:1-13. Part 1 of a 4-part series on temptation. An introduction to living by the word of God in the midst of temptation.
LUKE - Luke 3:23-38. A look at clinging and singing to Jesus, who joined the long history of sinful humanity, but began an new line of hope for human beings.
LUKE - Luke 3:23-38. A look at clinging and singing to Jesus, who joined the long history of sinful humanity, but began an new line of hope for human beings.
LUKE - Luke 3:21-22. A look at how Jesus is revealed as God the Son, the second person of the triune God, and the remarkable testimony of God the Father at his baptism.
LUKE - Luke 3:21-22. A look at how Jesus is revealed as God the Son, the second person of the triune God, and the remarkable testimony of God the Father at his baptism.
LUKE - Luke 3:21-22. A look at how Jesus is revealed as God the Son, the second person of the triune God, and how he is superior to all so-called saviors.
LUKE - Luke 3:21-22. A look at how Jesus is revealed as God the Son, the second person of the triune God, and how he is superior to all so-called saviors.
LUKE - Luke 3:15-22. A look at the implications of the fact that Jesus is greater than John the Baptist.
LUKE - Luke 3:15-22. A look at the implications of the fact that Jesus is greater than John the Baptist.
LUKE - Luke 2:39-52. A look at the perfect fellowship the 12-year-old Jesus shared with God, and the magnificent hope that perfect fellowship gives to us.
LUKE - Luke 2:39-52. A look at the perfect fellowship the 12-year-old Jesus shared with God, and the magnificent hope that perfect fellowship gives to us.
LUKE - Luke 2:21-38. A look at Jesus' presentation at the temple, and the wonder of what it means that he grew in strength and wisdom.
LUKE - Luke 2:21-38. A look at Jesus' presentation at the temple, and the wonder of what it means that he grew in strength and wisdom.
LUKE - Luke 2:8-21. A look at the seven wonders of God's choice at the birth of Jesus Christ.
LUKE - Luke 2:8-21. A look at the seven wonders of God's choice at the birth of Jesus Christ.
LUKE - Luke 2:8-21. A look at the four responses by the shepherds to the Savior born in Bethlehem.
LUKE - Luke 2:8-21. A look at the four responses by the shepherds to the Savior born in Bethlehem.
LUKE - Luke 2:1-7. A look at trusting Jesus in light of God's progression, providence, promises, program, proximity, proxy, and provision surrounding Jesus' birth.
LUKE - Luke 2:1-7. A look at trusting Jesus in light of God's progression, providence, promises, program, proximity, proxy, and provision surrounding Jesus' birth.
LUKE - Luke 1:67-80. Part 2 of a 2-part look at Zechariah's Prophesy at the birth of John the Baptist - how the promises made to Abraham in Genesis benefit us today.
LUKE - Luke 1:67-80. Part 2 of a 2-part look at Zechariah's Prophesy at the birth of John the Baptist - how the promises made to Abraham in Genesis benefit us today.
LUKE - Luke 1:67-80. Part 1 of a 2-part look at Zechariah's Prophesy at the birth of John the Baptist.
LUKE - Luke 1:67-80. Part 1 of a 2-part look at Zechariah's Prophesy at the birth of John the Baptist.
LUKE - Luke 1:46-56. A look at God as a merciful savior who exults the humble and knocks down the proud.
LUKE - Luke 1:46-56. A look at God as a merciful savior who exults the humble and knocks down the proud.
A look at a warning in Hebrews: Watch out, that you are not led away from the living God by an evil, unbelieving heart, like Israel in the wilderness.
A look at a warning in Hebrews: Watch out, that you are not led away from the living God by an evil, unbelieving heart, like Israel in the wilderness.
LUKE - Luke 1:46-49. A look at Mary's song of worship and what it means to be humbled so you can magnify God from the heart.
LUKE - Luke 1:46-49. A look at Mary's song of worship and what it means to be humbled so you can magnify God from the heart.
LUKE - Luke 1:39-45. A look at the joy that comes through believing God's words concerning his Son.
LUKE - Luke 1:39-45. A look at the joy that comes through believing God's words concerning his Son.
LUKE - Luke 1:26-38. A look at Mary's response to the angel Gabriel's announcement of the birth of Christ.
LUKE - Luke 1:26-38. A look at Mary's response to the angel Gabriel's announcement of the birth of Christ.
LUKE - Luke 1:5-25: A look at the certainty we can have, that God is fulfilling all his promises in Christ.
LUKE - Luke 1:5-25: A look at the certainty we can have, that God is fulfilling all his promises in Christ.
LUKE - Luke 1:1-4. An introduction to the gospel of Luke and the certain hope of those who hope in Christ.
LUKE - Luke 1:1-4. An introduction to the gospel of Luke and the certain hope of those who hope in Christ.
GALATIANS - Galatians 6:11-18. The final sermon from Galatians, a look at boasting in Christ alone.
GALATIANS - Galatians 6:11-18. The final sermon from Galatians, a look at boasting in Christ alone.
GALATIANS - Galatians 6:6-10. A look at spiritual sowing and reaping, and how it affects every area of our lives.
GALATIANS - Galatians 6:6-10. A look at spiritual sowing and reaping, and how it affects every area of our lives.
GALATIANS - Galatians 5:25-6:5. A look at how being filled with the Spirit of Christ allows us to bear one another's burdens.
GALATIANS - Galatians 5:25-6:5. A look at how being filled with the Spirit of Christ allows us to bear one another's burdens.
GALATIANS - Galatians 5:16-25. A look at the need and blessing to fight for freedom in Christ.
GALATIANS - Galatians 5:16-25. A look at the need and blessing to fight for freedom in Christ.
A look at the person and work of Christ, and how union with him frees us to be faithful ambassadors of his kingdom.
A look at the person and work of Christ, and how union with him frees us to be faithful ambassadors of his kingdom.
GALATIANS - Galatians 5:16-22. A look at the sins that make it clearly evident that we are not walking by the Spirit, but by the flesh.
GALATIANS - Galatians 5:16-22. A look at the sins that make it clearly evident that we are not walking by the Spirit, but by the flesh.
A look at why we must look to God to know who we are, recognize our sin, and learn how God will use us.
A look at why we must look to God to know who we are, recognize our sin, and learn how God will use us.
GALATIANS - Galatians 5:16-18. A look at walking by the Spirit and killing your sinful desires in order to carry out the mission to love.
GALATIANS - Galatians 5:16-18. A look at walking by the Spirit and killing your sinful desires in order to carry out the mission to love.
A guest message by Brandon Pedersen of Equip Campus Ministries in Vermillion, SD on 2 Corinthians 1:3-11.
A guest message by Brandon Pedersen of Equip Campus Ministries in Vermillion, SD on 2 Corinthians 1:3-11.
GALATIANS - Galatians 5:13-15. A look at using your freedom to love, and thus fulfill the law.
GALATIANS - Galatians 5:13-15. A look at using your freedom to love, and thus fulfill the law.
GALATIANS - Galatians 5:10-12. A look at confidence in God's preserving power to keep you, and considering the judgement fort those who distort the gospel.
GALATIANS - Galatians 5:10-12. A look at confidence in God's preserving power to keep you, and considering the judgement fort those who distort the gospel.
GALATIANS - Galatians 5:10-12. A look at confidence in God's preserving power to keep you, even in the midst of trouble.
GALATIANS - Galatians 5:10-12. A look at confidence in God's preserving power to keep you, even in the midst of trouble.
GALATIANS - Galatians 5:7-9. A look at "running the race" of the Christian life, avoiding false gospels, and believing the gospel of grace by faith.
GALATIANS - Galatians 5:7-9. A look at "running the race" of the Christian life, avoiding false gospels, and believing the gospel of grace by faith.
GALATIANS - Galatians 4:21-5:1. A look at living securely in the freedom of new birth, and not returning again to slavery.
GALATIANS - Galatians 4:21-5:1. A look at living securely in the freedom of new birth, and not returning again to slavery.
GALATIANS - Galatians 4:12-20. A look at how Christ is formed in us as we trust in Him.
GALATIANS - Galatians 4:12-20. A look at how Christ is formed in us as we trust in Him.
GALATIANS - Galatians 4:1-11. A look at the benefits of salvation as an adopted son in comparison to slavery to the elementary principles of the world.
GALATIANS - Galatians 4:1-11. A look at the benefits of salvation as an adopted son in comparison to slavery to the elementary principles of the world.
A look at how Jesus attained perfection through suffering, in order to restore us, adopt us, and rescue us, so that we can live for his glory.
A look at how Jesus attained perfection through suffering, in order to restore us, adopt us, and rescue us, so that we can live for his glory.
GALATIANS - Galatians 3:23-29. A look at how the law acted as a guardian, until the time of maturity came of faith came in Christ.
GALATIANS - Galatians 3:23-29. A look at how the law acted as a guardian, until the time of maturity came of faith came in Christ.
GALATIANS - Galatians 3:19-22. A look at why seeing your sin before a holy God can lead to seeking grace in his promises.
GALATIANS - Galatians 3:19-22. A look at why seeing your sin before a holy God can lead to seeking grace in his promises.
GALATIANS - Galatians 3:15-18. A look at resting in the promise of God, not the efforts of man.
GALATIANS - Galatians 3:15-18. A look at resting in the promise of God, not the efforts of man.
GALATIANS - Galatians 3:10-14. A look at the freedom of living as a people already forgiven.
GALATIANS - Galatians 3:10-14. A look at the freedom of living as a people already forgiven.
Easter Sunday Sermon. If you are united to Christ in his death and resurrection, then live for God and be who you are!
Easter Sunday Sermon. If you are united to Christ in his death and resurrection, then live for God and be who you are!
Palm Sunday Sermon. A look at following the example of the suffering servant King, who served you even unto death.
Palm Sunday Sermon. A look at following the example of the suffering servant King, who served you even unto death.
A guest message from Troy Hollinsworth on Act 16:6-30. A look at the importance of being a witness to the gospel, and the importance of conforming our lives to the truths of the gospel.
A guest message from Troy Hollinsworth on Act 16:6-30. A look at the importance of being a witness to the gospel, and the importance of conforming our lives to the truths of the gospel.
GALATIANS - Galatians 3:10-14. A look at the why salvation under the law is a curse for fallen human beings.
GALATIANS - Galatians 3:10-14. A look at the why salvation under the law is a curse for fallen human beings.
GALATIANS - Galatians 3:6-9. A look at the significance of the promises to Abraham in the Old Testament and what it means to be a part of Abraham's family.
GALATIANS - Galatians 3:6-9. A look at the significance of the promises to Abraham in the Old Testament and what it means to be a part of Abraham's family.
GALATIANS - Galatians 3:1-5. A look at the Christian life, and the foolishness of walking by the law, rather than walking by faith.
GALATIANS - Galatians 3:1-5. A look at the Christian life, and the foolishness of walking by the law, rather than walking by faith.
GALATIANS - Galatians 2:17-21. A look at why living by faith and knowing the current point in redemptive history is a central element of the Christian faith.
GALATIANS - Galatians 2:17-21. A look at why living by faith and knowing the current point in redemptive history is a central element of the Christian faith.
GALATIANS - Galatians 2:15-16. A look at the incredibly important - the fact that we can never do enough to earn God's favor. Yet, we can stand confidently in God's presence by trusting Jesus' perfect obedience in our place.
GALATIANS - Galatians 2:15-16. A look at the incredibly important - the fact that we can never do enough to earn God's favor. Yet, we can stand confidently in God's presence by trusting Jesus' perfect obedience in our place.
GALATIANS - Galatians 2:11-14. A look at the importance of staying in step with the gospel, with a particular look at the apostle Peter and the reality that no Christian is immune from contradicting the gospel.
GALATIANS - Galatians 2:11-14. A look at the importance of staying in step with the gospel, with a particular look at the apostle Peter and the reality that no Christian is immune from contradicting the gospel.
GALATIANS - Galatians 2:1-10. A look at the importance of staying in step with the gospel.
GALATIANS - Galatians 2:1-10. A look at the importance of staying in step with the gospel.
GALATIANS - A look at the importance of the fact that the gospel is God's message, and not from man.
GALATIANS - A look at the importance of the fact that the gospel is God's message, and not from man.
GALATIANS - A look at our proneness to wander from Christ and the dangerous reality of accepting "other gospels."
GALATIANS - A look at our proneness to wander from Christ and the dangerous reality of accepting "other gospels."
GALATIANS - A look at the two words Paul uses to open each of his New Testament letters, two of the most wonderful words a guilty human being separated from God can hear: Grace and peace.
GALATIANS - A look at the two words Paul uses to open each of his New Testament letters, two of the most wonderful words a guilty human being separated from God can hear: Grace and peace.
GALATIANS - A look at the Christian's identity, through the identity of the Apostle Paul
GALATIANS - A look at the Christian's identity, through the identity of the Apostle Paul
Christmas 2016 - A look at the worship demanded by the wondrous birth of Christ the Lord.
Christmas 2016 - A look at the birth of John the Baptist and the significance of the long awaited time leading up to the Messiah.
Christmas 2016 - A look at the promised birth of Jesus and trusting the God who keeps all his promises.
Christmas 2016 - A look at the promised birth of John the Baptist and believing in Christ through the enduring word of God.
Part 2 of a 2-part series on the essential role of thanksgiving and gratitude in the Christian life.
Part 1 of a 2-part series on the essential role of thanksgiving and gratitude in the Christian life.
In light of the fact that the age to come will not be subjected to angels, but to King Jesus: Live in the hope and freedom of the blood-bought world to come.
A look at how Christians relate to the world, after coming to know Christ, before Christ's return.
1 SAMUEL - A final sermon from 1 Samuel, surveying the book, looking at exulting in God's king who alone can judge and save.
1 SAMUEL - As we come to the end of 1 Samuel, we look at living by faith according to God's word.
1 SAMUEL - Through the life of David, a look at learning to navigate the valley graciously.