The Scripture readings are Jeremiah 23:5-8; Romans 13:11-14; and Matthew 21:1-9.

Sermon from Pr. John Rieth.

The Scripture readings are Isaiah 65:17-25; 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11; and Matthew 25:1-13. 

When it comes to the Last Day, Scripture doesn’t answer every question. But you do know the, Who: Christ is returning, and He is returning for you. You know the Why: Jesus is returning to give you eternal life in the world to come. And that’s enough.

The Scripture readings are Micah 6:6-8; Philippians 1:3-11; and Matthew 18:21-35. 

God gives His mercy to you. It’s yours, but it is not something that you can keep for yourself and withhold from others. As soon as you try to hold on to God’s mercy and keep it only for yourself, you lose it.

The Scripture readings are Genesis 1:1-2:3; Ephesians 6:10-20; and John 4:46-54.

Christian, you are a sentry who guards God’s kingdom. God has placed you in a particular spot – where no one else is stationed. Stay in your post, and pray. With that prayer, you call in the reinforcements of the Lord’s army.

The Scripture readings are Revelation 7:9-17; 1 John 3:1-3; and Matthew 5:1-12. 

To live by grace through faith is to be a saint. Faith in Christ continually purifies you as Jesus Himself is pure (1 Jn. 3:3).

The Scripture readings are Habakkuk 2:1-4; Romans 3:19-28; and Matthew 11:12-19. 

When this world is filled with wickedness, violence, and opposition, remember what Jesus says to you. “Fear not, little flock, for it is your Father’s good pleasure to give you the kingdom.”

The Scripture readings are Deuteronomy 6:4-14; 1 Corinthians 1:4-9; and Matthew 22:34-46.

God came to you. He took on your flesh. He lived a perfect life and died an atoning death. Your Savior is David's Son and David's Lord. He is your Lord and King, and yet He is your Brother.

The Scripture readings are Proverbs 25:6-14; Ephesians 4:1-6; and Luke 14:1-11.

Only the Gospel moves you up. So, walk in a manner worthy of the calling to which you have been called. You’ve been called God’s friend. God’s saints. God’s children. The work God gives you is worthy and holy.

The Scripture readings are 1 Kings 17:17-24; Ephesians 3:13-21; and Luke 7:11-17.

What happened at the gate of Nain is a microcosm of what has happened for you, believer. By Jesus’ death and resurrection, the gates to Eden, to paradise, and to eternal life are now open for you.

The Scripture readings are 1 Kings 17:8-16; Galatians 5:25-6:10; and Matthew 6:24-34.

God created us to be trusting creatures. If we aren’t giving that trust to God, it goes to the wrong things. That’s the idolatry of worry. Don’t worry; go outside. See God’s provision for creation, and go outside of yourself to hear God’s promises.