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Faithful to the Finish
Peter's final call to a young and growing church
Grace and Glory
A short series through the highlights of 1 Peter
Entrusted
Gifts, risk, and the return of the King
A sermon for the sixth Sunday of Easter, Year B
May 5, 2024 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church John 15:9-17 Love and Joy in Christ’s Friendship Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. “I do not call you servants any longer, but I have called you friends.” Jesus framed his ...read more
Scripture: John 15:9-17
Denomination: Lutheran
To give the assurance of God's ongoing transformative work in believers, the security of their salvation in Christ, and the anticipation of seeing Christ face to face.
Good morning, church family! Isn't it just an incredible blessing to be gathered here today, as a community under Christ, sharing in His love and learning from His Word? We're going to dive into a compelling topic today: God’s Work in Our Lives, the Security of Our Salvation in Christ, and the Day ...read more
Scripture: Philippians 1:6
Topics: God's Work, Transformation
Real love is not just an emotion, but a choice and an action that we must actively live out in our relationships to please God.
Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to explore the depths of what real love looks like in our lives and how we can actively live it out in our relationships. C.S. Lewis said, "Love is not affectionate feeling, but a steady wish for the loved person's ultimate good as far as it can be ...read more
Scripture: Hebrews 13:16
Topics: Real Love, Action
This sermon explores embracing our brokenness and weaknesses as opportunities to experience and showcase God's power and grace in our lives.
Good morning, beloved family in Christ. It is a joy to be standing here today, in the house of our Lord, ready to share His divine word with you. We are gathered here, not because we are perfect, but because we are imperfect, yet we are loved by a perfect God. We are here because we are broken, yet ...read more
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10
Topics: God's Power, Weakness
This sermon explores Jesus' humble yet triumphant entry as King, His unexpected conquest of hearts, and His reign over sin, death, and Satan.
Good morning, dear family of God. It's a wonderful day to gather together in the love and light of our Lord Jesus Christ. We are here to share in the richness of His word, to draw strength from its wisdom and to find comfort in its promises. Today, we are turning our hearts and minds to a profound ...read more
Scripture: Zechariah 9:9, Matthew 21:1-11, Hebrews 1:1-2, 1 Peter 2:21
Topics: Palm Sunday
This sermon explores Jesus' humility as demonstrated in Mark 11:1-11, encouraging believers to emulate His humble nature in their own lives.
Beloved friends, on this blessed day, we gather once again under the mighty hand of God, in the fellowship of believers, to draw from the wellspring of His Word. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment. We are here, not to merely fill our minds with knowledge, but to let the Word of ...read more
Scripture: Mark 11:1-11
Based on Revelation 7:9-12 - Encourages hearers to consider the promise of our future in heaven & how that impacts how we live our lives today.
“THANKSGIVING IN HEAVEN” Revelation 7:9-12 FBCF – 11/10/24 Jon Daniels INTRO – Welcome those watching today – CSpire, Youtube, Facebook – Let us know you’re here & if we can pray w/ you about anything today – Go to website for more info. One week closer to T’giving – Last week: “Thankful for ...read more
Scripture: Revelation 7:9-12
Denomination: Baptist
This sermon on Psalm 10 charts a path for faith that moves from an honest cry of despair over God's apparent silence to a triumphant confidence in His eternal reign as a King who sees, hears, and will ultimately bring justice for the oppressed.
Introduction: The Painful Question That Echoes in the Soul Let me ask you to be honest with yourself for a moment. Have you ever been in that quiet, lonely place-maybe in the dead of night, or in a hospital waiting room, or after hearing a piece of news that shattered your world-and a single, ...read more
God leads us through the fire not just to refine our faith, but to give us a powerful story of His faithfulness to tell
Introduction: The Story in Your Soul Good morning, church. Every single one of us is a storyteller. We are surrounded by stories. On our phones, we scroll through the curated stories of others—perfect vacations, smiling families, career successes. We tell our own stories about our day, our ...read more
This sermon explores the intertwining of grace, faith, and blessings in our lives, emphasizing the importance of gratitude and praise in response to God's love and mercy.
Good morning, family. It's a beautiful day. A day full of promise. A day full of hope. A day to reflect on the grace and blessings we've received. We are here together, under the same roof, sharing the same faith, the same hope, and the same love. It's a wonderful thing, isn't it? As we gather here ...read more
Scripture: Luke 17:11-19
Topics: Gratitude, Faith
The sermon explores understanding God's truth as a path to spiritual freedom, emphasizing the importance of knowing God, not just knowing about Him.
Good morning, dear friends. We turn to the Gospel of John. Chapter 8, verse 32. It says, "Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free." These words, spoken by Jesus Himself, are simple. Yet, they hold a promise. A promise of freedom. Freedom that comes from knowing the truth. What ...read more
Scripture: John 8:32
Topics: Triumph, Knowledge
This sermon explores finding hope in desperate circumstances through Jesus' transformative power, as demonstrated in the healing of the demon-possessed man in Luke 8:26-39.
Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. Today is a day of hope, a day of faith, and a day of love. Today, we gather here to share in the Word of God, to grow in His wisdom, and to feel His divine presence among us. We are here to learn, to understand, and to apply His teachings in our ...read more
Scripture: Luke 8:26-39
Topics: Assignment
Explores God's relentless love, His constant search for the lost, and the joyous celebration that occurs when a sinner repents and returns to Him.
Good morning, dear ones. How wonderful it is to gather together in this sacred space, united in our love for the Lord and our desire to know Him more. We are all here because we've been touched by the transformative power of His love, and we yearn to delve deeper into His word, to truly understand ...read more
Scripture: Luke 15:8-10
Topics: Purpose, Each One
This sermon explores the story of Jesus' birth, emphasizing the importance of not just receiving, but also reflecting God's love in our daily conduct. Key
Good morning, beloved congregation. It is a joy and a privilege to stand before you today, as we gather together in unity, in faith, and in the love of our Lord Jesus Christ. Today, we stand on the precipice of a profound revelation, a revelation that is as old as time itself, yet as fresh and as ...read more
Scripture: Luke 2:1-20
Topics: Birth, Savior
This sermon explores the profound love of God manifested through the birth of Jesus Christ, and its transformative power in our lives.
Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. Gathered here today, we are united by a bond that transcends the boundaries of time and space, a bond that is woven with the threads of divine love. We are here to immerse ourselves in the warmth of that love, to soak in its depth, to marvel at its ...read more
Scripture: John 3:16
Topics: Love, Christmas