"Living on Purpose: What Are You Afraid Of?" (Mark 16:1-8) There are many things we can be afraid of: heights, spiders, confined spaces or even snakes. But there is one thing we don't need to be afraid of, and that's the eternal effects of death. On Easter we celebrate that the tomb is empty, Jesus is risen and that he has given us the gift of new life, now and forever. Teaching by Pastor James Lindberg, Living Grace Lutheran Church, Omaha, Nebraska, USA.

"Living on Purpose: Go Big or Go Home" (Mark 14:1-9) A sermon series from the Gospel of Mark. Two days before Jesus would be crucified, he shares a meal with his disciples in the home of man named Simon. In this meal, a woman does something extravagant and costly: she uses an expensive jar of perfume to anoint Jesus. The disciples scold her for her wasting a valuable resources that could have been sold and used to help the poor. Jesus praises her for her act of sacrifice and extravagance. In what way might Jesus be calling you to be extravagantly generous with the money and financial resources God has blessed you with? Teaching by Pastor James Lindberg, Living Grace Lutheran Church, Omaha, Nebraska, USA.

"Living on Purpose: A New Chapter." (Mark 13:1-13) A sermon series from the Gospel of Mark. In Mark 13, Jesus speaks about the signs that will preceded his return at the end of time and the beginning of the new age. Until this time comes, we will deal with different types of endings in our lives. These endings can be a job loss, divorce or breakup of a significant relationship, a child going off to college, or even retirement. However, from these endings come Holy Spirit directed new beginnings. Are you experiencing an ending? Is it time for you to write a new chapter in your life? Teaching by Pastor James Lindberg, Living Grace Lutheran Church, Omaha, Nebraska, USA.

"Living on Purpose: Who Rules?" (Mark 12:28-34) A sermon series from the Gospel of Mark. In Mark 12:28-34, a religious expert asks Jesus what is the greatest commandment. Jesus responds that, in the kingdom of God, loving God and loving others are the most important things one can do. Are you being ruled by fear or by God? How is the Holy Spirit calling you to love God and others this week? Find out in this podcast. Teaching by Pastor James Lindberg, Living Grace Lutheran Church, Omaha, Nebraska, USA.

"Living on Purpose: How to Find Heaven on Earth" (Mark 12:18-27) A sermon series from the Gospel of Mark. What is heaven like? In a debate with some religious leaders, Jesus gives us a glimpse of heaven. What does he say about heaven and how can we find a little heaven on earth? Listen to this podcast and find out. Teaching by Pastor James Lindberg, Living Grace Lutheran Church, Omaha, Nebraska, USA.

"Living on Purpose: Moving Mountains" (Mark 11:12-25) A sermon series from the Gospel of Mark. Jesus teaches his disciples how to move 'mountains' of difficulties in their lives. When you are faced with a 'mountain' of troubles, what is your first inclination? Jesus says that his followers have some profound 'mountain' moving tools at their disposal. Learn what those tools are in this podcast and be inspired to use them this week. Teaching by Pastor James Lindberg, Living Grace Lutheran Church, Omaha, Nebraska, USA.

"Living on Purpose: The Purpose of Carrying a Cross" (Mark 8:27-35) A sermon series from the Gospel of Mark. Jesus reprimanded Peter because Peter did not believe that Jesus, as the the Messiah, would need to suffer and die. But God uses Jesus' cross of suffering to do something new -- to give forever life and abundant life to you. In this podcast, learn how God can use your sufferings . . . the crosses you carry . . . for your spiritual growth. Teaching by Pastor James Lindberg, Living Grace Lutheran Church, Omaha, Nebraska, USA.

"Living on Purpose: The Plans of Jesus and the Disciples." (Mark 6:30-43) A sermon series from the Gospel of Mark. When Jesus and his disciples have a plan to get some rest and relaxation, they realize they have to instead find a way to feed over 5,000 people. They had a plan but had to also be flexibly faithful as they tapped into the resourcefulness of God the Father to make this big plan happen. Ask God to give you wisdom and insight about some planning you may need to do, and/or the strength to be faithfully flexible in the midst of living out the plans God has already placed on your heart. Teaching by Pastor James Lindberg, Living Grace Lutheran Church, Omaha, Nebraska, USA.

"Living on Purpose: Jesus' Healing Touch" (Mark 5:21-42) A sermon series from the Gospel of Mark. One way Jesus healed people was by physically touching them. In Mark 5:21-42, Jesus heals a woman who is experiencing a chronic health issue and also a little girl who has died. When Jesus heals them, he does so on more than just a physical level. His healing touch extends into their present and future life, relationships, emotions and even finances. Where do you need Jesus' healing touch in your life? Teaching by Pastor James Lindberg, Living Grace Lutheran Church, Omaha, Nebraska, USA.

"Living on Purpose: Hearing Voices" (Mark 5:1-20) A sermon series from the Gospel of Mark. In Mark 5:1-20 we read about a man possessed by many demons who is experiencing the self destructive forces of evil. One way evil works in our lives is by speaking to us with 'voices'. Will you listen to those voices that will have you act and think in ways that will destroy you and your relationships, or will you listen to the voice of the Holy Spirit that will guide, inspire, and encourage you to build yourself and your relationships up? Teaching by Pastor James Lindberg, Living Grace Lutheran Church, Omaha, Nebraska, USA.