March 2022 Program Summaries

March 6, 2022 – First Sunday in Lent

Psalm 91:1-13; Romans 10:8b-13; Luke 4:1-13 

“The Word is Near You” - Sermon Text: Romans 10:8b-13 - Rev. William Mueller

The Apostle Paul reminds us that the Word of God is near us; so near it is in our mouth and in our hearts. What does that mean? How does that impact our lives when we are facing temptation?

March 13, 2022 – Second Sunday in Lent 

Psalm 4; Philippians 3:17-4:1; Luke 13:31-35 

“What A Contrast!” - Sermon Text: Philippians 3:17-4:1 - Rev. Dr. Thomas Ahlersmeyer 

Christians are citizens of heaven through our King victorious, Christ the Son of God. This heavenly citizenship changes our attitudes and actions. It changes our lives today and eternally!

March 20, 2022 – Third Sunday in Lent

Psalm 106:4-12; 1 Corinthians 10:1-2; Luke 13:1-9

“The Sea Crossing: A Type” - Sermon Text: 1 Corinthians 10:1-2 - Rev. Dr. Walter Maier III

The sea crossing in the time of Moses was a mircacle and also a foreshadowing of Christian baptism. There are points of similarity between the sea event and baptism which bring us great comfort today.

March 27, 2022 – Fourth Sunday in Lent

Psalm 32:1-11; 2 Corinthians 5:16-21; Luke 15:1-3a, 11-32 

“The Prodigal Father” - Sermon Text: Luke 9:28-36 - Rev. Thomas Eggold 

The story in Luke 15 is often called the “Parable of the Prodigal Son.” But the word prodigal is actually a much better description of the father. You see, “prodigal” means “reckless” or “extravagant” and it is in the father’s unrestrained and overwhelming grace that we find the truth that changes our lives.