Join Rev. Oliver Bergh as he delivers a powerful sermon on Good Friday, challenging popular misconceptions about the nature of Christ's sacrifice on the cross. Through engaging storytelling and theological insights, Rev. Bergh unveils the profound love story at the heart of Good Friday, dispelling notions of Divine Child Abuse and exploring the deeper meanings of Christ's substitutionary role, the concept of Divine Punishment, and the true nature of God's wrath. Discover how Christ's ultimate act of love transforms a seemingly "bad" Friday into a profoundly "good" one, inviting listeners to delve into the mystery of God's unwavering love and sacrificial grace. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of the cross and experience the transformative power of God's love in this captivating sermon.

In this captivating sermon, delve into the profound significance of Christ's Last Supper as a reimagining of the Exodus Passover with Pastor Ollie Bergh. Journey through the scriptures, from Exodus to 1 Corinthians, as we unveil the layers of meaning behind Jesus' act of love and service. Discover how the simple commandment to "love one another" encompasses the essence of communion and the transformative power of Christ's sacrificial love. Gain insights into the spiritual depth of foot-washing, the mystery of communion, and the invitation to abide in Christ's timeless love. Join us as we explore the sacred union of faith, love, and the divine, inviting listeners to kick off their shoes, stay a while, and experience the boundless grace of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Jesus subverts our expectations on Palm Sunday: when we expect a Paul Atreides from Dune, he is anything but. So join us to hear about how everything has been pointing to this new kind of Messiah with Pastor Ollie on the Fairbanks Lutheran Podcast.

Discover the profound Trinitarian themes surrounding God's work and the pivotal role of the resurrection in this enlightening episode. We unpack the Threefold work of God—creation, liberation, and preservation—unified in the oneness of God and exemplified through the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Through insightful discussions, we debunk misconceptions, explore the liberation from fears offered by the resurrection, and emphasize trusting in God's mercy over self-reliance.

Join Pastor Ollie as we navigate objections about eternal life, highlighting that in Christ, we are fully restored and equipped with wisdom. We encourage listeners to embrace the transformative power of Jesus, igniting the light of the Holy Spirit within us. This episode empowers you to live boldly in faith, liberated from fear and anxiety, as you journey towards a deeper, more vibrant understanding of the resurrection's profound impact on our lives.

Through what Luther calls the "Happy Exchange," Christ gives us his divine life in exchange for our sinful life. What a gift! It enables us to love with a heart like God's--and so much more. Find out on this episode of the Fairbanks Lutheran Podcast.

Every Easter Vigil there's a lengthy proclamation sometimes called the Exsulset. There, we make Easter a reality by proclaiming it, just as Christ creates reality through his promises. Prepare for the Easter Vigil and the night of grace with Pastor Ollie on the Fairbanks Lutheran Podcast

While many find Christians judgmental, the judgment of Christ is this: light has come into the world. Join Pastor Ollie as we look at John 3:16 what it means to live in the era of mercy in the light of Christ Jesus.

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Pastor Ollie is back from medical leave! Drop in to hear a sermon on the Blessing of a New Fire from the Easter Vigil as we discover how Christ lights a fire in us.

In our gospel today, Christ casts out an unclean spirit. Pastor Ollie shares a story of when he cast out an unclean spirit from a trash compactor. Oh, Christ's love transfigures all of us!

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Christ called James and John to stop mending their nets and mend souls. How has Christ called you? Pastor Ollie shares some of his call story and discusses individual confession and forgiveness this week on the Fairbanks Lutheran Podcast.

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