Faith Lutheran - Sharpsburg

In this sermon, we explore what it means to be truly great in God’s upside-down kingdom, where greatness isn’t measured by fame or power, but by humble service. Inspired by Jesus’ teachings, we unpack the story of the disciples arguing over who was the greatest, and how Jesus responded by pointing to the least likely of examples—a child. We’ll discuss how this applies to our lives today, in relationships, marriage, and beyond. We reflect on how true greatness comes not from exalting ourselves, but by using our gifts to serve others.

Pastor Schroeder's sermon preached at Faith on September 22, 2024.

Intro/Outro Music: "Depth of Field" by David Hilowitz

Is your faith worth fighting for? Is it worth all the effort and all the crosses? Of course it is. Of course your faith is worth fighting for, but we don't always know why it's worth fighting for. Thankfully, the Bible gives us plenty of reasons why our faith is worth fighting for, and it also equips us to be confident in our fight.

Vicar Behm's sermon preached at Faith on September 15, 2024.

Intro/Outro Music: "Depth of Field" by David Hilowitz

What are we to make of the brokenness we see around us in this world? Do we give up hope? Thanks be to God that the Christian can have hope amidst the brokenness of this world. Why? Jesus is coming to set things right again.

Pastor Schroeder's sermon preached at Faith on September 8, 2024.

Intro/Outro Music: "Depth of Field" by David Hilowitz

How can we live authentic Christian lives? Don't we all wonder that at some point? Don't we all struggle to know if we are doing enough or doing the right things? God himself has provided answers to our questions. Because God has washed our hearts clean, we are living authentic Christian lives that bring worship and praise to our God.

Vicar Behm's sermon preached at Faith on September 1, 2024.

Intro/Outro Music: "Depth of Field" by David Hilowitz

People go to extreme measures to lengthen their lives. We might not match the intensity of their search for longevity, but don't we all have a desire to live longer? That's natural. We were designed to live forever. God made us to live forever. Praise God that Jesus has made our desire into our reality. Because he paid for our sins in full, we really will live forever with him.

Intro/Outro music: "Depth of Field" by David Hilowitz

This world is on a search for wisdom. We read self-help books to make our days more productive. We follow social media influencers to keep up with the fashion trends. No matter where we search for wisdom in this world, we will always be left wanting more. We need a better wisdom. We need real wisdom. Praise God that he reveals real wisdom to us in the cross of Jesus Christ. That wisdom is a wisdom that can truly guide our lives.

Intro/Outro music: “Depth of Field” by David Hilowitz

Are we looking for less from Jesus than he is offering?

Pastor Michael Kober’s sermon preached at Faith on August 11, 2024.

What do we focus on when life is hard?

Vicar Zach Flunker’s sermon preached at Faith on August 4, 2024.

Is this really all for us?

Pastor Chuck Westra’s sermon preached at Faith on July 28, 2024.

Why does Jesus want us to rest?

Vicar Zach Flunker’s sermon preached at Faith on July 21, 2024.