The Great Reversal
November 3, 2024 – All Saints Day
Rev. Paul Shoemaker

All of us were destined to spend our eternity apart from God. Because of Christ Jesus and His suffering, death, and glorious resurrection, a great reversal of our fate has taken place. By God’s grace we are now saints and true believers who are destined for heaven.

Sermon Text: Matthew 5:1-12
Readings: Psalm 149; 1 John 3:1-3; Matthew 5:1-12
 

When Picking Up Sticks ...
November 10, 2024 – Twenty-Fifth Sunday after Pentecost
Rev. William Mueller

First Kings 17:8-16 brings us to the encounter of the prophet Elijah and the unnamed widow at the town of Zarephath. In this meeting, the Lord provides a miracle to care and support His people. Perhaps you feel like this widow. You’re picking up sticks and expect nothing good to come. But wait upon the Lord!

Sermon Text: 1 Kings 17:8-16
Readings: Psalm 146; 1 Kings 17:8-16; Mark 12:38-44
 

Don’t Give Up
November 17, 2024 – Twenty-Sixth Sunday after Pentecost
Rev. Dr. Thomas Ahlersmeyer

Christians face two major temptations—placing too much faith in things that don’t last and giving up on the one thing that is eternal. When you are tempted to invest your hopes and dreams in the things of this earth, fix your eyes upon Jesus and don’t give up!

Sermon Text: Mark 13:13
Readings: Psalm 16; Hebrews 10:19-25; Mark 13:13
 

Praise the King
November 24, 2024 – Twenty-Seventh Sunday after Pentecost
Rev. Dr. Walter Maier III

In the Book of Revelation, the Apostle John presents us with a glimpse of the reign of Jesus Christ. Revelation 1 shows us that this King is almighty and that He is coming again on Judgment Day. The result is that we joyfully praise Christ the King.

Sermon Text: Revelation 1:4
Readings: Psalm 93; Revelation 1:4-8; Mark 13:24-27