Messages at Trinity Church https://www.tlc4u.org no en-us ℗ & © 2024 Trinity Lutheran Church: Lisle, IL Messages from Trinity Lutheran Church: Lisle, IL Trinity Lutheran Church: Lisle, IL Sermons recorded at Trinity Church. Sermons recorded at Trinity Church. Nick Price info@tlc4u.org Betrayed - Maundy Thursday 2024 Betrayed - Maundy Thursday 2024 https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2024-03-24/betrayed-maundy-thursday-2024 In our reading, we encounter someone who commits fully to Jesus, with no reservations, going to great lengths to honor Jesus. The woman who anoints Jesus shows us what true discipleship looks like: costly, loving repentance which hangs purely upon God’s grace. Sadly, the disciples are unable to follow her example: their actions ranging from outright betrayal to indifference and denial. We fall somewhere on this spectrum, too, and we are called to an honest examination of ourselves so that we may learn and grow spiritually. But that is why we need to keep coming back to His table, so that even when we fail and fall away, we can remember that it was His body and His blood which are given so that we might be forgiven. In our reading, we encounter someone who commits fully to Jesus, with no reservations, going to great lengths to honor Jesus. The woman who anoints Jesus shows us what true discipleship looks like: costly, loving repentance which hangs purely upon God’s grace. Sadly, the disciples are unable to follow her example: their actions ranging from outright betrayal to indifference and denial. We fall somewhere on this spectrum, too, and we are called to an honest examination of ourselves so that we may learn and grow spiritually. But that is why we need to keep coming back to His table, so that even when we fail and fall away, we can remember that it was His body and His blood which are given so that we might be forgiven. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2024-03-24/475/betrayed-maundy-thursday-2024 Sun, 24 Mar 2024 11:30:00 -0500 Jesus is Back Jesus is Back https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2024-03-22/jesus-is-back Join Lead Pastor Nick Price and Trinity Green Trails Site Leader Roy Farias as they contineu to dive deep into the book of Mark. In this particular segment, they explore an intriguing story of Jesus' return to a place He had previously visited. Discover what has changed since His last visit. Join Lead Pastor Nick Price and Trinity Green Trails Site Leader Roy Farias as they contineu to dive deep into the book of Mark. In this particular segment, they explore an intriguing story of Jesus' return to a place He had previously visited. Discover what has changed since His last visit. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2024-03-22/474/jesus-is-back Fri, 22 Mar 2024 11:30:00 -0500 A Mountaintop Experience A Mountaintop Experience https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2024-03-17/a-mountaintop-experience We are continuing our journey in the book of Mark. This week's story captures the entire trajectory of Jesus' life and ministry in snapshot form. He comes down from glory to enter our broken world to help people who don't believe in him. Furthermore, it is a journey that will ultimately lead to his death. And while His road leads Him to suffering and the Cross, it is ultimately for our good that He has come. He is the one in whom the Father is pleased, and, as such, we should listen to and follow Him wherever His road leads. For that is where we find life eternal. We are continuing our journey in the book of Mark. This week's story captures the entire trajectory of Jesus' life and ministry in snapshot form. He comes down from glory to enter our broken world to help people who don't believe in him. Furthermore, it is a journey that will ultimately lead to his death. And while His road leads Him to suffering and the Cross, it is ultimately for our good that He has come. He is the one in whom the Father is pleased, and, as such, we should listen to and follow Him wherever His road leads. For that is where we find life eternal. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2024-03-17/473/a-mountaintop-experience Sun, 17 Mar 2024 11:30:00 -0500 Insiders Out Insiders Out https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2024-03-10/insiders-out Join us this week when we continue our journey through the book of Mark.  In this story we come face-to-face with a truth that runs throughout Mark’s gospel: that it is often the religious insiders who most miss out on who Jesus is and what he is trying to do. They have let their religious rules, regulations, and self-righteousness get in the way of actually understanding the heart and purposes of God. By contrast, it is the people who know they aren’t perfect (like the Syrophoenician woman) who display the greatest faith, because they know that Jesus is the only one who can meet their deepest needs. As a result, He is more welcomed by the outsiders than the insiders. Join us this week when we continue our journey through the book of Mark.  In this story we come face-to-face with a truth that runs throughout Mark’s gospel: that it is often the religious insiders who most miss out on who Jesus is and what he is trying to do. They have let their religious rules, regulations, and self-righteousness get in the way of actually understanding the heart and purposes of God. By contrast, it is the people who know they aren’t perfect (like the Syrophoenician woman) who display the greatest faith, because they know that Jesus is the only one who can meet their deepest needs. As a result, He is more welcomed by the outsiders than the insiders. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2024-03-10/472/insiders-out Sun, 10 Mar 2024 11:30:00 -0600 A Tale of Two Kings A Tale of Two Kings https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2024-03-03/a-tale-of-two-kings Join us this weekend as we examine Mark's narrative and compare two rival kings, Herod and Jesus. Both throw a dinner party with very different endings. Join us this weekend as we examine Mark's narrative and compare two rival kings, Herod and Jesus. Both throw a dinner party with very different endings. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2024-03-03/471/a-tale-of-two-kings Sun, 3 Mar 2024 11:30:00 -0600 Fear and Faith Fear and Faith https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2024-02-25/fear-and-faith In our world today, we tend to think of fear as something negative and something to be avoided. This week, we are taking a closer look at what Jesus teaches us about fear in three separate stories. In these stories, we see that fear can give way to faith and that a lack of fear can become a barrier to trust in Jesus. Join us this weekend for worship and see how Jesus shows us that he is, ultimately, stronger than anything else that would terrify us. In our world today, we tend to think of fear as something negative and something to be avoided. This week, we are taking a closer look at what Jesus teaches us about fear in three separate stories. In these stories, we see that fear can give way to faith and that a lack of fear can become a barrier to trust in Jesus. Join us this weekend for worship and see how Jesus shows us that he is, ultimately, stronger than anything else that would terrify us. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2024-02-25/469/fear-and-faith Sun, 25 Feb 2024 11:30:00 -0600 Stories of the Kingdom Stories of the Kingdom https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2024-02-18/stories-of-the-kingdom Sometimes our problem with Jesus is not that we don’t know anything about Him, but rather that we are too familiar with Him. Which is why the parables of Jesus become so important. These stories invite us to take a closer look at Jesus, by subverting our assumptions and surprising us with the truth about Jesus and the nature of His Kingdom Sometimes our problem with Jesus is not that we don’t know anything about Him, but rather that we are too familiar with Him. Which is why the parables of Jesus become so important. These stories invite us to take a closer look at Jesus, by subverting our assumptions and surprising us with the truth about Jesus and the nature of His Kingdom https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2024-02-18/468/stories-of-the-kingdom Sun, 18 Feb 2024 11:30:00 -0600 Preparing for the King Preparing for the King https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2024-02-14/-preparing-for-the-king The central message of this passage is “Good News is coming!” The question is, “Are you ready?” For many of us, we go about our daily lives longing for good news, but rarely take time to consider whether or not we are ready for it when it comes. The central message of this passage is “Good News is coming!” The question is, “Are you ready?” For many of us, we go about our daily lives longing for good news, but rarely take time to consider whether or not we are ready for it when it comes. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2024-02-14/467/-preparing-for-the-king Wed, 14 Feb 2024 11:30:00 -0600 5 Habits for Life: Go 5 Habits for Life: Go https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2024-02-11/5-habits-for-life-go Jesus loved spending time with spiritual seekers: listening to their stories, answering their questions, and inviting them to follow him. In fact, he was so passionate about this that he told his disciples to go and do likewise. As a church, we recognize that we have people in our lives who don’t yet follow Jesus, and God desires that we would be the kind of people who lovingly point them to him. As such, Trinity is a place where it is okay for spiritual seekers to explore, ask their questions, and learn more about Christ. And we are a community that is regularly praying for, inviting, and walking alongside them as they explore faith Jesus loved spending time with spiritual seekers: listening to their stories, answering their questions, and inviting them to follow him. In fact, he was so passionate about this that he told his disciples to go and do likewise. As a church, we recognize that we have people in our lives who don’t yet follow Jesus, and God desires that we would be the kind of people who lovingly point them to him. As such, Trinity is a place where it is okay for spiritual seekers to explore, ask their questions, and learn more about Christ. And we are a community that is regularly praying for, inviting, and walking alongside them as they explore faith https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2024-02-11/466/5-habits-for-life-go Sun, 11 Feb 2024 11:30:00 -0600 5 Habits for Life: Give 5 Habits for Life: Give https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2024-02-04/5-habits-for-life-give Jesus spoke about money extensively because he believed it reflected our deepest values. Practicing generosity as a spiritual discipline means having an open heart and seizing opportunities to give cheerfully whenever possible. While tithing, or giving 10% of our income, is one method of showing generosity, it's essential to remember that generosity is more than just meeting a specific percentage. It's about cultivating a mindset of abundance and being willing to give whenever possible with a joyful heart. Jesus spoke about money extensively because he believed it reflected our deepest values. Practicing generosity as a spiritual discipline means having an open heart and seizing opportunities to give cheerfully whenever possible. While tithing, or giving 10% of our income, is one method of showing generosity, it's essential to remember that generosity is more than just meeting a specific percentage. It's about cultivating a mindset of abundance and being willing to give whenever possible with a joyful heart. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2024-02-04/465/5-habits-for-life-give Sun, 4 Feb 2024 11:30:00 -0600 5 Habits for Life: Serve 5 Habits for Life: Serve https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2024-01-28/5-habits-for-life-serve In Mark 10 Jesus tells us clearly how He viewed Himself: as a servant. Likewise, the apostle Paul tells us to Have the same mindset as Christ Jesus: Who, being in very nature God, did not consider equality with God something to be used to his own advantage; rather, he made himself nothing by taking the very nature of a servant, being made in human likeness. And being found in appearance as a man, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to death—even death on a cross! ~ Philippians 2:5-8 5 Habits - Title.png In short, if we want to learn to look, live, and love more like Jesus, then learning to serve is a great way to start. We look forward to seeing you Sunday morning for worship. In Mark 10 Jesus tells us clearly how He viewed Himself: as a servant. Likewise, the apostle Paul tells us to Have the same mindset as Christ Jesus: Who, being in very nature God, did not consider equality with God something to be used to his own advantage; rather, he made himself nothing by taking the very nature of a servant, being made in human likeness. And being found in appearance as a man, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to death—even death on a cross! ~ Philippians 2:5-8 5 Habits - Title.png In short, if we want to learn to look, live, and love more like Jesus, then learning to serve is a great way to start. We look forward to seeing you Sunday morning for worship. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2024-01-28/464/5-habits-for-life-serve Sun, 28 Jan 2024 11:30:00 -0600 5 Habits For Life: Worship 5 Habits For Life: Worship https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2024-01-14/5-habits-for-life-worship The dictionary defines worship as "to regard with great or extravagant respect, honor, or devotion." It means considering something so valuable that we shape our lives around it. However, many of us end up worshipping the wrong things, which results in a life that becomes increasingly void of meaning. The dictionary defines worship as "to regard with great or extravagant respect, honor, or devotion." It means considering something so valuable that we shape our lives around it. However, many of us end up worshipping the wrong things, which results in a life that becomes increasingly void of meaning. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2024-01-14/462/5-habits-for-life-worship Sun, 14 Jan 2024 11:30:00 -0600 5 Habits for Life 5 Habits for Life https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2024-01-07/5-habits-for-life As we make resolutions for change, we often struggle to keep them. Statistics show that almost half to two-thirds of Americans fail to stick to their resolutions. Many need to turn their goals into habits or seek accountability. How can we form habits that transform our lives in 2024 as a church family? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join us for our upcoming series, "5 Habits for Life." This series delves into five impactful habits rooted in Scripture - habits that have the power to transform your life today and in eternity. As we make resolutions for change, we often struggle to keep them. Statistics show that almost half to two-thirds of Americans fail to stick to their resolutions. Many need to turn their goals into habits or seek accountability. How can we form habits that transform our lives in 2024 as a church family? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join us for our upcoming series, "5 Habits for Life." This series delves into five impactful habits rooted in Scripture - habits that have the power to transform your life today and in eternity. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2024-01-07/461/5-habits-for-life Sun, 7 Jan 2024 11:30:00 -0600 A Prayer for the New Year A Prayer for the New Year https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-12-31/a-prayer-for-the-new-year Plenty of sources will tell us that in the New Year, we lack something or that we need something to get ourselves back on track. What if the secret to really living a full life is not in looking for what we lack but hoping for what we have? Plenty of sources will tell us that in the New Year, we lack something or that we need something to get ourselves back on track. What if the secret to really living a full life is not in looking for what we lack but hoping for what we have? https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-12-31/460/a-prayer-for-the-new-year Sun, 31 Dec 2023 11:30:00 -0600 A Birthday Song - Christmas Eve A Birthday Song - Christmas Eve https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-12-24/a-birthday-song-christmas-eve What makes for a great gift? The angels declared one of the greatest gifts in the person of Jesus: peace. This King would come to bring his shalom. This is not just the absence of conflict but a total wholeness. If you feel looked over and like you don’t belong, this peace is for you. If you feel like your time of grieving and waiting will never end, God’s word assures us that Joy will come in the morning. If you feel as though you simply cannot find wholeness in this broken world, this peace is for you. What makes for a great gift? The angels declared one of the greatest gifts in the person of Jesus: peace. This King would come to bring his shalom. This is not just the absence of conflict but a total wholeness. If you feel looked over and like you don’t belong, this peace is for you. If you feel like your time of grieving and waiting will never end, God’s word assures us that Joy will come in the morning. If you feel as though you simply cannot find wholeness in this broken world, this peace is for you. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-12-24/459/a-birthday-song-christmas-eve Sun, 24 Dec 2023 11:30:00 -0600 The Role of Worship The Role of Worship https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-12-20/the-role-of-worship Trinity's Senior Pastor, Nick Price, and Trinity's Director of Worship Arts, Erica Mertz, talk about the role worship plays in our walk with God. Trinity's Senior Pastor, Nick Price, and Trinity's Director of Worship Arts, Erica Mertz, talk about the role worship plays in our walk with God. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-12-20/458/the-role-of-worship Wed, 20 Dec 2023 11:30:00 -0600 The Magnificat The Magnificat https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-12-17/the-magnificat On Sunday, we will explore Mary's story and song, "The Magnificat," in the advent narrative. While Mary plays a crucial role in this story, her song highlights God's character. It shows that God uplifts the distressed into his greater plans and purpose. Mary is well aware of her low status, challenges, and even loneliness. But when the creator of the universe remembers her, she can't help but "glorify the Lord and rejoice in God her Savior." Her song is personal and passionate because of who God is. God has been reversing the status of people for generations. On Sunday, we will explore Mary's story and song, "The Magnificat," in the advent narrative. While Mary plays a crucial role in this story, her song highlights God's character. It shows that God uplifts the distressed into his greater plans and purpose. Mary is well aware of her low status, challenges, and even loneliness. But when the creator of the universe remembers her, she can't help but "glorify the Lord and rejoice in God her Savior." Her song is personal and passionate because of who God is. God has been reversing the status of people for generations. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-12-17/457/the-magnificat Sun, 17 Dec 2023 11:30:00 -0600 The Song of the Savior The Song of the Savior https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-12-03/the-song-of-the-savior The Lord your God is in your midst,
    a mighty one who will save;
he will rejoice over you with gladness;
    he will quiet you by his love;
he will exult over you with loud singing. ~ Zephaniah 3:17 (ESV) The Lord your God is in your midst,
    a mighty one who will save;
he will rejoice over you with gladness;
    he will quiet you by his love;
he will exult over you with loud singing. ~ Zephaniah 3:17 (ESV) https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-12-03/456/the-song-of-the-savior Sun, 3 Dec 2023 11:30:00 -0600 The Dwelling Place of God The Dwelling Place of God https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-11-26/the-dwelling-place-of-god We have reached the end of the Book of Exodus, and now we witness the story's climax: God has come to dwell with His people. The purpose of the Exodus narrative was not solely to rescue the Israelites from slavery but to lead them toward a relationship with God. He is not just a distant God but present with us. This is the true essence of salvation. We have reached the end of the Book of Exodus, and now we witness the story's climax: God has come to dwell with His people. The purpose of the Exodus narrative was not solely to rescue the Israelites from slavery but to lead them toward a relationship with God. He is not just a distant God but present with us. This is the true essence of salvation. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-11-26/455/the-dwelling-place-of-god Sun, 26 Nov 2023 11:30:00 -0600 Thanksgiving 2023 Thanksgiving 2023 https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-11-22/thanksgiving-2023 Thanksgiving message - Jesus Heals Ten Men With Leprosy. Thanksgiving message - Jesus Heals Ten Men With Leprosy. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-11-22/454/thanksgiving-2023 Wed, 22 Nov 2023 11:30:00 -0600 The Glory You’re Made For The Glory You’re Made For https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-11-19/the-glory-you-re-made-for As we delve deeper into the book of Exodus, we witness Moses pleading for his people. This encounter with God reminds us of the true meaning of experiencing God's glory and the path to establishing a lifelong relationship with a compassionate, gracious, and loving God. From the burning bush to this conversation, we are inspired to seek and experience the glory of God in our own lives. It can be a challenging journey, but with faith and determination, we can find the guidance to navigate our way toward a closer relationship with our Creator. As we delve deeper into the book of Exodus, we witness Moses pleading for his people. This encounter with God reminds us of the true meaning of experiencing God's glory and the path to establishing a lifelong relationship with a compassionate, gracious, and loving God. From the burning bush to this conversation, we are inspired to seek and experience the glory of God in our own lives. It can be a challenging journey, but with faith and determination, we can find the guidance to navigate our way toward a closer relationship with our Creator. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-11-19/453/the-glory-you-re-made-for Sun, 19 Nov 2023 11:30:00 -0600 Reading Exodus: Idols Reading Exodus: Idols https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-11-15/reading-exodus-idols In this midweek podcast, Pastor Nick and Pastor Roy dig deeper into the problem with Idols. In this midweek podcast, Pastor Nick and Pastor Roy dig deeper into the problem with Idols. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-11-15/452/reading-exodus-idols Wed, 15 Nov 2023 11:30:00 -0600 The Problem with Idols The Problem with Idols https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-11-12/the-problem-with-idols Idolatry poses a grave threat to our relationship with God. However, the passage for this weekend serves as a reminder that we have the potential to break free from the idols that reside in our hearts with the aid of a mediator who intercedes for us before God. The story is incredibly powerful and can encourage us to turn to Jesus, the only one capable of liberating us from our constraints. Idolatry poses a grave threat to our relationship with God. However, the passage for this weekend serves as a reminder that we have the potential to break free from the idols that reside in our hearts with the aid of a mediator who intercedes for us before God. The story is incredibly powerful and can encourage us to turn to Jesus, the only one capable of liberating us from our constraints. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-11-12/451/the-problem-with-idols Sun, 12 Nov 2023 11:30:00 -0600 A New People A New People https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-11-05/a-new-people We are continuing our exploration of the book of Exodus. In this week's section, we come to the famous giving of the 10 Commandments. The 10 Commandments are a law code that Western society has looked to through the ages as the basis for all laws and morality. Sadly, this has led to the impression among many that this is ultimately what God came to do: to give us laws to obey so that we will be welcomed in. But that is not what Exodus tells us. Rather, we learn that God has already welcomed us in and now gives us laws to guide us as we learn to live as His people. This encounter between God and His people is about what it looks like to live as new people, free people, godly people who are called by the Lord’s name and set apart for His purposes in the world. We are continuing our exploration of the book of Exodus. In this week's section, we come to the famous giving of the 10 Commandments. The 10 Commandments are a law code that Western society has looked to through the ages as the basis for all laws and morality. Sadly, this has led to the impression among many that this is ultimately what God came to do: to give us laws to obey so that we will be welcomed in. But that is not what Exodus tells us. Rather, we learn that God has already welcomed us in and now gives us laws to guide us as we learn to live as His people. This encounter between God and His people is about what it looks like to live as new people, free people, godly people who are called by the Lord’s name and set apart for His purposes in the world. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-11-05/450/a-new-people Sun, 5 Nov 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Food in the Desert Food in the Desert https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-10-29/food-in-the-desert https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-10-29/449/food-in-the-desert Sun, 29 Oct 2023 11:30:00 -0500 The Great Escape The Great Escape https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-10-22/the-great-escape The story of the parting of the Red Sea is seen by many as the climax of the book of Exodus. It is the final escape from slavery in Egypt and the moment in which the Israelites are finally freed from the rule of Pharaoh. And what it reveals to us is that we all need rescue. Specifically this encounter reveals what we need rescue from, how we can escape it, and who makes it possible. We need rescue from all the things that would enslave us apart from God. We escape from it only through a decisive act of God in which we pass from death to life. And finally, it is only through Christ, the greater Moses, who makes it all possible. The story of the parting of the Red Sea is seen by many as the climax of the book of Exodus. It is the final escape from slavery in Egypt and the moment in which the Israelites are finally freed from the rule of Pharaoh. And what it reveals to us is that we all need rescue. Specifically this encounter reveals what we need rescue from, how we can escape it, and who makes it possible. We need rescue from all the things that would enslave us apart from God. We escape from it only through a decisive act of God in which we pass from death to life. And finally, it is only through Christ, the greater Moses, who makes it all possible. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-10-22/448/the-great-escape Sun, 22 Oct 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Reading Exodus: The Plague Narratives Reading Exodus: The Plague Narratives https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-10-19/reading-exodus-the-plague-narratives Dr. John Walton joins Pastor Nick in a discussion on how we should approach reading the plague narratives that take place in the book of Exodus. Dr. John Walton joins Pastor Nick in a discussion on how we should approach reading the plague narratives that take place in the book of Exodus. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-10-19/447/reading-exodus-the-plague-narratives Thu, 19 Oct 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Who is the Lord? Who is the Lord? https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-10-15/who-is-the-lord The plague narratives are some of the most dramatic scenes in the whole Bible. They’ve been powerfully and visually depicted in films like The Ten Commandments, The Prince of Egypt, and Exodus: Gods & Kings. But what we often miss in these dramatic re-tellings is that all of the plagues are intended to answer one simple question from Pharoah: “Who is Yahweh that I should obey him?” The answer is that Yahweh is the unique, natural, and saving Judge over all the earth. He is the one apart from whom everything else falls back into darkness. He is the one to whom we must all eventually give an account. And He is the one who ultimately provides forgiveness and mercy for those who trust in Him. The plague narratives are some of the most dramatic scenes in the whole Bible. They’ve been powerfully and visually depicted in films like The Ten Commandments, The Prince of Egypt, and Exodus: Gods & Kings. But what we often miss in these dramatic re-tellings is that all of the plagues are intended to answer one simple question from Pharoah: “Who is Yahweh that I should obey him?” The answer is that Yahweh is the unique, natural, and saving Judge over all the earth. He is the one apart from whom everything else falls back into darkness. He is the one to whom we must all eventually give an account. And He is the one who ultimately provides forgiveness and mercy for those who trust in Him. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-10-15/446/who-is-the-lord Sun, 15 Oct 2023 11:30:00 -0500 The Lord of Salvation The Lord of Salvation https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-10-08/the-lord-of-salvation This weekend, get ready to venture on an unforgettable spiritual journey as we explore one of the most iconic encounters in Western literature - the meeting of Moses with the burning bush. Are you yearning for a deeper spiritual relationship? This encounter with God will teach you everything you need to know about what it takes to have a genuine spiritual experience. Discover how to tap into spiritual reality, what an actual spiritual encounter feels like, why it is possible, and how to recognize when you've had one. Come face to face with the Lord of Salvation, the Savior and ruler of Israel and the world. Join us this weekend and heighten your spiritual journey to new elevations! This weekend, get ready to venture on an unforgettable spiritual journey as we explore one of the most iconic encounters in Western literature - the meeting of Moses with the burning bush. Are you yearning for a deeper spiritual relationship? This encounter with God will teach you everything you need to know about what it takes to have a genuine spiritual experience. Discover how to tap into spiritual reality, what an actual spiritual encounter feels like, why it is possible, and how to recognize when you've had one. Come face to face with the Lord of Salvation, the Savior and ruler of Israel and the world. Join us this weekend and heighten your spiritual journey to new elevations! https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-10-08/445/the-lord-of-salvation Sun, 8 Oct 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Reading Through the Book of Exodus Reading Through the Book of Exodus https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-10-04/reading-through-the-book-of-exodus What is so significant about Exodus? How does it contribute to our understanding of God and His story? Explore these questions and more in this midweek episode. What is so significant about Exodus? How does it contribute to our understanding of God and His story? Explore these questions and more in this midweek episode. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-10-04/444/reading-through-the-book-of-exodus Wed, 4 Oct 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Preparing for Salvation Preparing for Salvation https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-10-01/preparing-for-salvation The opening section of Exodus sets the stage for all of the drama that follows. But even here, we learn some important things about salvation. Specifically, in this story of midwives and mothers, we learn that salvation is rescue from the misery and slavery of serving anything in your life as more important than God, that we are usually prepared for salvation by God working behind the scenes through bad and difficult circumstances, and that, surprisingly, salvation happens through the weak and the powerless, not through the strong and the powerful. The opening section of Exodus sets the stage for all of the drama that follows. But even here, we learn some important things about salvation. Specifically, in this story of midwives and mothers, we learn that salvation is rescue from the misery and slavery of serving anything in your life as more important than God, that we are usually prepared for salvation by God working behind the scenes through bad and difficult circumstances, and that, surprisingly, salvation happens through the weak and the powerless, not through the strong and the powerful. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-10-01/443/preparing-for-salvation Sun, 1 Oct 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Training Day for the Kingdom Training Day for the Kingdom https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-09-24/training-day-for-the-kingdom Our series ends this week, reminding us of one more thing the Sabbath does: it trains us for the coming Kingdom. It is a way of orienting our time and our days toward The Day when God will come again and make “all things new.” It is a reminder that the rest and restoration we experience on that day is but a glimpse of what God will ultimately do. Our series ends this week, reminding us of one more thing the Sabbath does: it trains us for the coming Kingdom. It is a way of orienting our time and our days toward The Day when God will come again and make “all things new.” It is a reminder that the rest and restoration we experience on that day is but a glimpse of what God will ultimately do. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-09-24/442/training-day-for-the-kingdom Sun, 24 Sep 2023 11:30:00 -0500 The Rest You Need The Rest You Need https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-09-17/the-rest-you-need As we continue Rethinking Rest, let’s explore one more reason why the Sabbath is so important: it is a place where God desires to give us the rest and the healing that we so desperately need. It enables us to slow down, take stock of all He has provided, and bring any needs before Him. When we tend to work constantly, we cultivate the idea that what we have is the result of our efforts rather than as gifts from God. As we continue Rethinking Rest, let’s explore one more reason why the Sabbath is so important: it is a place where God desires to give us the rest and the healing that we so desperately need. It enables us to slow down, take stock of all He has provided, and bring any needs before Him. When we tend to work constantly, we cultivate the idea that what we have is the result of our efforts rather than as gifts from God. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-09-17/441/the-rest-you-need Sun, 17 Sep 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Wasting Time with God Wasting Time with God https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-09-10/wasting-time-with-god In the book of Exodus, the people are commanded to rest on the seventh day because it is “a sabbath to the Lord your God.” Now, stop and think about that for just a moment. God doesn’t need rest. God doesn’t need the Sabbath…but He does enjoy it. Why? In the book of Exodus, the people are commanded to rest on the seventh day because it is “a sabbath to the Lord your God.” Now, stop and think about that for just a moment. God doesn’t need rest. God doesn’t need the Sabbath…but He does enjoy it. Why? https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-09-10/440/wasting-time-with-god Sun, 10 Sep 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Busy Unto Death Busy Unto Death https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-09-03/busy-unto-death Far too many of us live at a frantic pace: rushing from one place to another with barely room to breathe. “I’m busy” has become the common answer to the question, “How are you doing?” Far too many of us live at a frantic pace: rushing from one place to another with barely room to breathe. “I’m busy” has become the common answer to the question, “How are you doing?” https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-09-03/439/busy-unto-death Sun, 3 Sep 2023 11:30:00 -0500 A Call to Arms A Call to Arms https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-08-27/a-call-to-arms As we conclude our Life in Light of Eternity series, we focus on the final part of Paul's letter to the Ephesians. In this section, Paul reminds the Ephesians that they have new relationships with others and a fresh connection with the spiritual world. Consequently, we must fight against "the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms." We invite you to join us in worship this coming weekend to learn more about how to overcome these spiritual forces of evil. As we conclude our Life in Light of Eternity series, we focus on the final part of Paul's letter to the Ephesians. In this section, Paul reminds the Ephesians that they have new relationships with others and a fresh connection with the spiritual world. Consequently, we must fight against "the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms." We invite you to join us in worship this coming weekend to learn more about how to overcome these spiritual forces of evil. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-08-27/431/a-call-to-arms Sun, 27 Aug 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Upside Down Relationships Upside Down Relationships https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-08-20/upside-down-relationships In the ancient world, life was centered around the household and three key relationships: husbands and wives, parents and children, and masters and slaves. There was often a power dynamic in each, with the first person in each relationship wielding the power. But Paul says, among Christians, these relationships are entirely transformed. They are each to be characterized by mutual submission to one another. In this way, we point one another to Jesus. And in the same, we are called to live out this calling in our marriages, families, and workplaces. In doing so, we demonstrate to the world how Christ has the power to redeem, renew, and restore even our most intimate relationships. In the ancient world, life was centered around the household and three key relationships: husbands and wives, parents and children, and masters and slaves. There was often a power dynamic in each, with the first person in each relationship wielding the power. But Paul says, among Christians, these relationships are entirely transformed. They are each to be characterized by mutual submission to one another. In this way, we point one another to Jesus. And in the same, we are called to live out this calling in our marriages, families, and workplaces. In doing so, we demonstrate to the world how Christ has the power to redeem, renew, and restore even our most intimate relationships. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-08-20/430/upside-down-relationships Sun, 20 Aug 2023 11:30:00 -0500 ...And the Outside In. ...And the Outside In. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-08-13/-and-the-outside-in Last week, we explored what it means to live from the inside out. However, this week, we will learn it's not only working from the inside out but - paradoxically - also working from the outside in. Wisdom entails having a role model to emulate. By implementing their behavior, we can become more similar to them. In Ephesians 5, Paul tells us to follow God's example by loving the way Jesus has loved us. The more we practice being like Jesus, the more we become like Jesus. Join us on Sunday for week 8 in our Life in Light of Eternity series. Last week, we explored what it means to live from the inside out. However, this week, we will learn it's not only working from the inside out but - paradoxically - also working from the outside in. Wisdom entails having a role model to emulate. By implementing their behavior, we can become more similar to them. In Ephesians 5, Paul tells us to follow God's example by loving the way Jesus has loved us. The more we practice being like Jesus, the more we become like Jesus. Join us on Sunday for week 8 in our Life in Light of Eternity series. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-08-13/429/-and-the-outside-in Sun, 13 Aug 2023 11:30:00 -0500 From the Inside Out... From the Inside Out... https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-08-06/from-the-inside-out The late Dr. Tim Keller shared a powerful truth - “What the heart most wants, the mind finds reasonable, the will finds doable, and the emotions find desirable.” Simply put, our innermost feelings and emotions reflect in our actions and ultimately shape our entire existence. This is why Paul’s teachings in Ephesians 4 are so important. The late Dr. Tim Keller shared a powerful truth - “What the heart most wants, the mind finds reasonable, the will finds doable, and the emotions find desirable.” Simply put, our innermost feelings and emotions reflect in our actions and ultimately shape our entire existence. This is why Paul’s teachings in Ephesians 4 are so important. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-08-06/428/from-the-inside-out Sun, 6 Aug 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Grow Up Grow Up https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-07-30/grow-up Each week we have been studying our way through the book of Ephesians. After spending nearly three chapters unpacking the incredible promises, gifts, and power of God’s grace, Paul now pivots in the second half of Ephesians to talk about what it means to truly live in light of all of this. And the first thing he says is that we all need to grow up…together. Each week we have been studying our way through the book of Ephesians. After spending nearly three chapters unpacking the incredible promises, gifts, and power of God’s grace, Paul now pivots in the second half of Ephesians to talk about what it means to truly live in light of all of this. And the first thing he says is that we all need to grow up…together. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-07-30/427/grow-up Sun, 30 Jul 2023 11:30:00 -0500 The One Prayer Worth Praying The One Prayer Worth Praying https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-07-23/the-one-prayer-worth-praying What do you typically pray for? Each person's prayer varies, but Ephesians 3:14-21 demonstrates the most essential prayer: to have the power to capture the vastness of Christ's love with all the Lord's holy people. Unfortunately, we often search for love in the wrong places, resulting in disordered love and lives. However, Paul emphasizes that the love we seek has already been given and encourages us to grasp how that truth can change us. Join us as we continue our series Life in Light of Eternity. What do you typically pray for? Each person's prayer varies, but Ephesians 3:14-21 demonstrates the most essential prayer: to have the power to capture the vastness of Christ's love with all the Lord's holy people. Unfortunately, we often search for love in the wrong places, resulting in disordered love and lives. However, Paul emphasizes that the love we seek has already been given and encourages us to grasp how that truth can change us. Join us as we continue our series Life in Light of Eternity. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-07-23/426/the-one-prayer-worth-praying Sun, 23 Jul 2023 11:30:00 -0500 A Mysterious Privilege A Mysterious Privilege https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-07-16/a-mysterious-privilege Last week, we explored the meaning of being a church.  This week, we are shifting our focus to explore what it means to be a Christian.   In Ephesians, Paul stresses that God's plan is for us to reveal His wisdom to the world.  As Christians, we are responsible for demonstrating the freedom that comes from having a relationship with Christ and sharing this message with others, using our own experiences and struggles to do so.  Being a Christian means serving the mission of the Good News.  Join us for another exciting day of worship on Sunday as we continue our Life in Light of Eternity series. Last week, we explored the meaning of being a church.  This week, we are shifting our focus to explore what it means to be a Christian.   In Ephesians, Paul stresses that God's plan is for us to reveal His wisdom to the world.  As Christians, we are responsible for demonstrating the freedom that comes from having a relationship with Christ and sharing this message with others, using our own experiences and struggles to do so.  Being a Christian means serving the mission of the Good News.  Join us for another exciting day of worship on Sunday as we continue our Life in Light of Eternity series. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-07-16/425/a-mysterious-privilege Sun, 16 Jul 2023 11:30:00 -0500 A New Family A New Family https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-07-09/a-new-family https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-07-09/424/a-new-family Sun, 9 Jul 2023 11:30:00 -0500 #Blessed? #Blessed? https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-06-25/-blessed https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-06-25/423/-blessed Sun, 25 Jun 2023 11:30:00 -0500 A Surprising Mission A Surprising Mission https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-06-18/a-surprising-mission https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-06-18/422/a-surprising-mission Sun, 18 Jun 2023 11:30:00 -0500 A Surprising Church A Surprising Church https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-06-11/a-surprising-church The early Church's witness together spoke most loudly to the world around them. Acts 11 introduces a beautiful summary of what it truly means to be the church: one family, bound together by one message, to point others to one person. And we are called to do so in ways that surprise others, welcomes them in, and breaks boundaries for the sake of sharing the Good News with everyone. The early Church's witness together spoke most loudly to the world around them. Acts 11 introduces a beautiful summary of what it truly means to be the church: one family, bound together by one message, to point others to one person. And we are called to do so in ways that surprise others, welcomes them in, and breaks boundaries for the sake of sharing the Good News with everyone. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-06-11/421/a-surprising-church Sun, 11 Jun 2023 11:30:00 -0500 A Surprising Messenger A Surprising Messenger https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-06-04/a-surprising-messenger Last weekend Pastor Nick shared with us four surprising things about Peter's message given on the day of Pentecost. Sunday, we continue exploring the early Church in the book of Acts. This time the message comes from where the followers of Christ least expect it. You can read about it in Acts 9 : 1-22. Last weekend Pastor Nick shared with us four surprising things about Peter's message given on the day of Pentecost. Sunday, we continue exploring the early Church in the book of Acts. This time the message comes from where the followers of Christ least expect it. You can read about it in Acts 9 : 1-22. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-06-04/420/a-surprising-messenger Sun, 4 Jun 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Kindness is Everything Kindness is Everything https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-05-21/kindness-is-everything In today’s culture we have put a premium on kindness with phrases like “kindness is everything.” However, what we often mean by this is “niceness” rather than “kindness.” In today’s culture we have put a premium on kindness with phrases like “kindness is everything.” However, what we often mean by this is “niceness” rather than “kindness.” https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-05-21/419/kindness-is-everything Sun, 21 May 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Love is Love Love is Love https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-05-07/love-is-love Today people are desperate to be known and to be loved. Sadly, too many of us look for love in all the wrong places. Our definitions of love often emphasize romance and sexual fulfillment, finding “the one” who will “complete me.” But this quest usually leaves us short. Even those in married relationships sometimes feel more lonely than ever. So what is the alternative? Today people are desperate to be known and to be loved. Sadly, too many of us look for love in all the wrong places. Our definitions of love often emphasize romance and sexual fulfillment, finding “the one” who will “complete me.” But this quest usually leaves us short. Even those in married relationships sometimes feel more lonely than ever. So what is the alternative? https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-05-07/418/love-is-love Sun, 7 May 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Women's Rights are Human Rights Women's Rights are Human Rights https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-04-30/womens-rights-are-human-rights As we affirmed last week, all people are made in God’s image; and this extends to both men and women. In fact, God makes clear that women have a vital role to play in His work in the world. Sadly, when our society today proclaims that “women’s rights are human rights,” they often are referring to something else entirely. How can the Church respond? As we affirmed last week, all people are made in God’s image; and this extends to both men and women. In fact, God makes clear that women have a vital role to play in His work in the world. Sadly, when our society today proclaims that “women’s rights are human rights,” they often are referring to something else entirely. How can the Church respond? https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-04-30/414/womens-rights-are-human-rights Sun, 30 Apr 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Black Lives Matter Black Lives Matter https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-04-23/black-lives-matter In recent years racial tensions have been on the rise. With the death of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and many others, the slogan “Black Lives Matter” has become a widely heard and much-debated phrase. Maybe you have been asking yourself, "So how is the church to respond?" In recent years racial tensions have been on the rise. With the death of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and many others, the slogan “Black Lives Matter” has become a widely heard and much-debated phrase. Maybe you have been asking yourself, "So how is the church to respond?" https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-04-23/413/black-lives-matter Sun, 23 Apr 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Science Is Real Science Is Real https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-04-16/science-is-real One of the great debates of the last century has been the relationship between science and faith; with many modern people believing that these two realms of thought are inherently opposed. One of the great debates of the last century has been the relationship between science and faith; with many modern people believing that these two realms of thought are inherently opposed. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-04-16/412/science-is-real Sun, 16 Apr 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Worthy of Life (Easter 2023) Worthy of Life (Easter 2023) https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-04-09/worthy-of-life-easter-2023 Jesus was raised to life by His Heavenly Father so that all who believe in Jesus might be deemed worthy of eternal life. You are invited to embrace this never-ending life that Jesus has secured for you. Jesus was raised to life by His Heavenly Father so that all who believe in Jesus might be deemed worthy of eternal life. You are invited to embrace this never-ending life that Jesus has secured for you. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-04-09/410/worthy-of-life-easter-2023 Sun, 9 Apr 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Worthy of Death (Good Friday 2023) Worthy of Death (Good Friday 2023) https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-04-07/worthy-of-death-good-friday-2023 This somber worship experience reminds us that Jesus allowed himself to be deemed worthy of death—both by God’s people and even God Himself. The penalty for our sin has been paid. This somber worship experience reminds us that Jesus allowed himself to be deemed worthy of death—both by God’s people and even God Himself. The penalty for our sin has been paid. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-04-07/411/worthy-of-death-good-friday-2023 Fri, 7 Apr 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Worthy of Praise? Worthy of Praise? https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-04-02/worthy-of-praise https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-04-02/409/worthy-of-praise Sun, 2 Apr 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Sanctification Sanctification https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-03-26/sanctification https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-03-26/408/sanctification Sun, 26 Mar 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Restoration Restoration https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-03-19/restoration Not only has Jesus paid the price for our sin by dying on the cross, but His forgiveness assures us that He is not angry towards us. He wants the best for us. He seeks to fully restore us. As we revisit the charcoal fire conversation in John 21, we see that while Peter may still be pining on his past, Jesus is hyper-focused on pointing Peter towards the future. Jesus restores the original call He placed on his life. Not only does God forgive you, but God loves you. Through God’s forgiveness, your identity is secure. Not only has Jesus paid the price for our sin by dying on the cross, but His forgiveness assures us that He is not angry towards us. He wants the best for us. He seeks to fully restore us. As we revisit the charcoal fire conversation in John 21, we see that while Peter may still be pining on his past, Jesus is hyper-focused on pointing Peter towards the future. Jesus restores the original call He placed on his life. Not only does God forgive you, but God loves you. Through God’s forgiveness, your identity is secure. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-03-19/407/restoration Sun, 19 Mar 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Absolution Absolution https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-03-12/absolution Every sin has a cost to it. The first aspect of being forgiven is understanding and receiving that through the death and resurrection of Jesus, the debt of all sin, of all-time, of all humankind has been paid for and canceled. In this message, we will see Jesus beautifully recreate Peter’s worst moment in order to show Peter that He is unafraid to enter into His worst moments with him, and that His grace is big enough to cover even the worst parts of our stories.  Every sin has a cost to it. The first aspect of being forgiven is understanding and receiving that through the death and resurrection of Jesus, the debt of all sin, of all-time, of all humankind has been paid for and canceled. In this message, we will see Jesus beautifully recreate Peter’s worst moment in order to show Peter that He is unafraid to enter into His worst moments with him, and that His grace is big enough to cover even the worst parts of our stories.  https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-03-12/406/absolution Sun, 12 Mar 2023 11:30:00 -0600 Confession Confession https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-03-05/confession As one worshiping body, Trinity has taken on the 40-day Forgiving Challenge. This week, we unpack the alternate paths we often pursue after we fail and why any path outside of Jesus can never result in freedom. Discover how we can bring all our mess, sin, sorrow, guilt, and shame to Jesus. We get to experience His grace as He takes it all upon Himself. As one worshiping body, Trinity has taken on the 40-day Forgiving Challenge. This week, we unpack the alternate paths we often pursue after we fail and why any path outside of Jesus can never result in freedom. Discover how we can bring all our mess, sin, sorrow, guilt, and shame to Jesus. We get to experience His grace as He takes it all upon Himself. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-03-05/405/confession Sun, 5 Mar 2023 11:30:00 -0600 Sin Sin https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-02-26/sin Every single one of us miss the mark. As inventive, creative, and successful as humans can be in many aspects of life to overcome issues, the only way to overcome our sin is through Jesus. In this message, we will introduce the disciple Peter. Despite Jesus believing, entrusting, and investing in Peter, Peter failed Jesus at His most critical time of need. Rather than Jesus casting Peter aside, we will find the truth that any of our failures simply become an opportunity for the grace of Jesus to appear again and again and again in our stories. When our stories appear over, God simply appears again to write a chapter. Every single one of us miss the mark. As inventive, creative, and successful as humans can be in many aspects of life to overcome issues, the only way to overcome our sin is through Jesus. In this message, we will introduce the disciple Peter. Despite Jesus believing, entrusting, and investing in Peter, Peter failed Jesus at His most critical time of need. Rather than Jesus casting Peter aside, we will find the truth that any of our failures simply become an opportunity for the grace of Jesus to appear again and again and again in our stories. When our stories appear over, God simply appears again to write a chapter. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-02-26/404/sin Sun, 26 Feb 2023 11:30:00 -0600 S.C.A.R.S S.C.A.R.S https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-02-19/s-c-a-r-s Will you allow the scars of Jesus to bring you forgiveness and freedom? Will you allow the scars of Jesus to bring you forgiveness and freedom? https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-02-19/403/s-c-a-r-s Sun, 19 Feb 2023 11:30:00 -0600 Wisdom for Eternity Wisdom for Eternity https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-02-12/wisdom-for-eternity https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-02-12/402/wisdom-for-eternity Sun, 12 Feb 2023 11:30:00 -0600 Wisdom for Marriage & Singleness Wisdom for Marriage & Singleness https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-02-05/wisdom-for-marriage-singleness An interesting trend that we find today is that many people want love and companionship, but not marriage. An interesting trend that we find today is that many people want love and companionship, but not marriage. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-02-05/401/wisdom-for-marriage-singleness Sun, 5 Feb 2023 11:30:00 -0600 Wisdom for Work & Wealth Wisdom for Work & Wealth https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-01-29/wisdom-for-work-wealth https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-01-29/400/wisdom-for-work-wealth Sun, 29 Jan 2023 11:30:00 -0600 The Wise Person The Wise Person https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-01-19/the-wise-person So what does it mean to be a person of wisdom? So what does it mean to be a person of wisdom? https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-01-19/399/the-wise-person Thu, 19 Jan 2023 11:30:00 -0600 The Beginning of Wisdom The Beginning of Wisdom https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-01-15/the-beginning-of-wisdom The benefits of wisdom are countless. Just a brief survey of them can be found in the opening chapters of the book of Proverbs: insight, discretion, prudence, knowledge, peace, and prosperity to name just a few. But the one thing that the author of Proverbs notes is that all of this begins with “the fear of the Lord.” It seems like a strange thing to say. Why fear? Why not love? The benefits of wisdom are countless. Just a brief survey of them can be found in the opening chapters of the book of Proverbs: insight, discretion, prudence, knowledge, peace, and prosperity to name just a few. But the one thing that the author of Proverbs notes is that all of this begins with “the fear of the Lord.” It seems like a strange thing to say. Why fear? Why not love? https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-01-15/398/the-beginning-of-wisdom Sun, 15 Jan 2023 11:30:00 -0600 The Way of Wisdom The Way of Wisdom https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-01-08/the-way-of-wisdom One of the most well known places to go for wisdom in the Bible is the book of Proverbs. Unfortunately, very few of us actually know how to read them. One of the most well known places to go for wisdom in the Bible is the book of Proverbs. Unfortunately, very few of us actually know how to read them. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-01-08/397/the-way-of-wisdom Sun, 8 Jan 2023 11:30:00 -0600 A Fresh Start. A New Vision. - New Year's Day A Fresh Start. A New Vision. - New Year's Day https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-01-01/a-fresh-start-a-new-vision-new-years-day https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2023-01-01/396/a-fresh-start-a-new-vision-new-years-day Sun, 1 Jan 2023 11:30:00 -0600 Christmas Eve 2022 Christmas Eve 2022 https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-12-24/christmas-eve-2022 Christmas Eve 2022 Christmas Eve 2022 https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-12-24/395/christmas-eve-2022 Sat, 24 Dec 2022 11:30:00 -0600 The Lamb The Lamb https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-12-18/the-lamb The fourth and final week of Advent is the week of “Love”. We live in a world where the word “Love” is thrown around a lot but the actual thing seems to be in short supply. Too often the love we give to one another is conditional, based on what we have done or failed to do. Which is why the final title of Jesus that we are focusing on is so important, because it bears within it a sign of just how unconditional Jesus’ love for us is The fourth and final week of Advent is the week of “Love”. We live in a world where the word “Love” is thrown around a lot but the actual thing seems to be in short supply. Too often the love we give to one another is conditional, based on what we have done or failed to do. Which is why the final title of Jesus that we are focusing on is so important, because it bears within it a sign of just how unconditional Jesus’ love for us is https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-12-18/394/the-lamb Sun, 18 Dec 2022 11:30:00 -0600 The Messiah/King The Messiah/King https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-12-11/the-messiah-king Week 3 of Advent is known as the week of “Joy”. The people of Jesus’ day were those who were longing for something to rejoice in. They lived in a world that was harsh; poverty, disease, disaster, and Roman oppression marked their days. They longed for God to send a promised Savior. Which is why the third title of Jesus is so profound: He is called “Messiah,” the anointed one. Week 3 of Advent is known as the week of “Joy”. The people of Jesus’ day were those who were longing for something to rejoice in. They lived in a world that was harsh; poverty, disease, disaster, and Roman oppression marked their days. They longed for God to send a promised Savior. Which is why the third title of Jesus is so profound: He is called “Messiah,” the anointed one. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-12-11/393/the-messiah-king Sun, 11 Dec 2022 11:30:00 -0600 The Rabbi The Rabbi https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-12-04/the-rabbi Week 2 of Advent is known as the week of “Peace.” We live in a world where people are desperate for peace: peace between nations, peace in their communities, peace in their homes, even inner peace. Sadly, we are too often left wondering where to find it, as the world’s solutions seem temporary at best. Week 2 of Advent is known as the week of “Peace.” We live in a world where people are desperate for peace: peace between nations, peace in their communities, peace in their homes, even inner peace. Sadly, we are too often left wondering where to find it, as the world’s solutions seem temporary at best. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-12-04/392/the-rabbi Sun, 4 Dec 2022 11:30:00 -0600 Some Guy from Nazareth Some Guy from Nazareth https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-11-27/some-guy-from-nazareth Week 1 of Advent is often known as the week of “Hope”. Yet oftentimes hope seems to be far away, even at the holidays. Week 1 of Advent is often known as the week of “Hope”. Yet oftentimes hope seems to be far away, even at the holidays. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-11-27/391/some-guy-from-nazareth Sun, 27 Nov 2022 11:30:00 -0600 Zombie Jesus? Zombie Jesus? https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-11-20/zombie-jesus At the heart of the Christian faith is the belief in the resurrection of Jesus. So central is this one part of Jesus’ story that the apostle Paul once proclaimed, “And if Christ has not been raised, our preaching is useless and so is your faith” (1 Corinthians 15:14). But we often forget that this key part of our faith was not so obvious, even to Jesus’ first disciples. They too thought it was unbelievable…until they encountered him face-to-face. At the heart of the Christian faith is the belief in the resurrection of Jesus. So central is this one part of Jesus’ story that the apostle Paul once proclaimed, “And if Christ has not been raised, our preaching is useless and so is your faith” (1 Corinthians 15:14). But we often forget that this key part of our faith was not so obvious, even to Jesus’ first disciples. They too thought it was unbelievable…until they encountered him face-to-face. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-11-20/390/zombie-jesus Sun, 20 Nov 2022 11:30:00 -0600 Jesus Gets Arrested Jesus Gets Arrested https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-11-13/jesus-gets-arrested Do you really want to follow Jesus? Are you sure? The account of Jesus’ arrest in John’s gospel is a stunning one in that it highlights the many reasons why people reject Jesus. Do you really want to follow Jesus? Are you sure? The account of Jesus’ arrest in John’s gospel is a stunning one in that it highlights the many reasons why people reject Jesus. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-11-13/389/jesus-gets-arrested Sun, 13 Nov 2022 11:30:00 -0600 Jesus Shows Up Late to the Funeral Jesus Shows Up Late to the Funeral https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-11-06/jesus-shows-up-late-to-the-funeral Our world is full of pain and suffering, disease and death. And it is tempting, in the face of it all, to despair and wonder, “Where is God in the midst of all this pain? Our world is full of pain and suffering, disease and death. And it is tempting, in the face of it all, to despair and wonder, “Where is God in the midst of all this pain? https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-11-06/388/jesus-shows-up-late-to-the-funeral Sun, 6 Nov 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Jesus Gets a Guy Kicked Out of Church Jesus Gets a Guy Kicked Out of Church https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-10-30/jesus-gets-a-guy-kicked-out-of-church How does someone actually become a disciple of Jesus? The story of John 9 is a beautiful one because of how simply it answers what many believe to be a complex question. The man who encounters Jesus in this story believes because he once was blind and now he can see. Jesus says that this is truly what it means to be a part of his kingdom. It isn’t about how much you think you know, nor about the moral rules you keep; it is simply about knowing Jesus and what he has done for you. How does someone actually become a disciple of Jesus? The story of John 9 is a beautiful one because of how simply it answers what many believe to be a complex question. The man who encounters Jesus in this story believes because he once was blind and now he can see. Jesus says that this is truly what it means to be a part of his kingdom. It isn’t about how much you think you know, nor about the moral rules you keep; it is simply about knowing Jesus and what he has done for you. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-10-30/387/jesus-gets-a-guy-kicked-out-of-church Sun, 30 Oct 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Jesus Hangs Out in the Wrong Part of Town Jesus Hangs Out in the Wrong Part of Town https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-10-23/jesus-hangs-out-in-the-wrong-part-of-town There are certain places that polite religious folk don’t go and people that they don’t hang out with…or at least that’s what Jesus’ disciples thought. Until the day when Jesus got “lost” in the wrong part of town. There are certain places that polite religious folk don’t go and people that they don’t hang out with…or at least that’s what Jesus’ disciples thought. Until the day when Jesus got “lost” in the wrong part of town. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-10-23/386/jesus-hangs-out-in-the-wrong-part-of-town Sun, 23 Oct 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Jesus Throws a Temple Tantrum Jesus Throws a Temple Tantrum https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-10-16/jesus-throws-a-temple-tantrum One of the common images that we have of Jesus is as the meek and mild shepherd, who snuggles lambs and laughs with children, who turns the other cheek and was gentle even in the face of his own trial and execution. But then, along comes passages like John 2:13-25, where we encounter a fierce and wild Jesus who rages against the machine, overturning tables, screaming at people, and using a whip to violent drive people and animals from the Temple courts. Angry Jesus?! Where was that in my childrens’ Bible?! So what is going on here? One of the common images that we have of Jesus is as the meek and mild shepherd, who snuggles lambs and laughs with children, who turns the other cheek and was gentle even in the face of his own trial and execution. But then, along comes passages like John 2:13-25, where we encounter a fierce and wild Jesus who rages against the machine, overturning tables, screaming at people, and using a whip to violent drive people and animals from the Temple courts. Angry Jesus?! Where was that in my childrens’ Bible?! So what is going on here? https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-10-16/385/jesus-throws-a-temple-tantrum Sun, 16 Oct 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Jesus Brings the Wine Bar Jesus Brings the Wine Bar https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-10-09/jesus-brings-the-wine-bar Jesus’ very first miracle is truly a strange one. It is not some miraculous healing, nor some epic showdown with the demonic. It is not calming a storm or raising the dead to life. It is to show up at a wedding and keep the party going by turning water into wine. Of all the things Jesus would have done to first reveal his glory (v.11), why this one? The answer is far more beautiful than anything else we would’ve expected. Jesus’ very first miracle is truly a strange one. It is not some miraculous healing, nor some epic showdown with the demonic. It is not calming a storm or raising the dead to life. It is to show up at a wedding and keep the party going by turning water into wine. Of all the things Jesus would have done to first reveal his glory (v.11), why this one? The answer is far more beautiful than anything else we would’ve expected. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-10-09/384/jesus-brings-the-wine-bar Sun, 9 Oct 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Pardon me…are you the Messiah? Pardon me…are you the Messiah? https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-10-02/pardon-me-are-you-the-messiah We all have a picture of Jesus in our heads; whether it is the majestic, powerful Jesus of Revelation, or the meek and mild Jesus who embraces children and snuggles lambs. But what if these pictures of Jesus are actually getting in the way of us seeing Jesus for who he really is? We all have a picture of Jesus in our heads; whether it is the majestic, powerful Jesus of Revelation, or the meek and mild Jesus who embraces children and snuggles lambs. But what if these pictures of Jesus are actually getting in the way of us seeing Jesus for who he really is? https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-10-02/383/pardon-me-are-you-the-messiah Sun, 2 Oct 2022 11:30:00 -0500 How Can You Take the Bible Literally? How Can You Take the Bible Literally? https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-09-25/how-can-you-take-the-bible-literally The Bible is the bestselling book of all time, with more copies in print, in more languages, than any other text. Unfortunately, it is also one of the most widely misunderstood - and misused - books in all of history as well. The Bible is the bestselling book of all time, with more copies in print, in more languages, than any other text. Unfortunately, it is also one of the most widely misunderstood - and misused - books in all of history as well. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-09-25/382/how-can-you-take-the-bible-literally Sun, 25 Sep 2022 11:30:00 -0500 How Could a Loving God Send People to Hell? How Could a Loving God Send People to Hell? https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-09-18/how-could-a-loving-god-send-people-to-hell For many modern people one of the most baffling and offensive aspects of Christianity is the doctrine of Hell. After all, how could a God who is love send people to an eternity of torture? That just doesn’t make sense. However, not only is the doctrine of Hell something Jesus himself talked about, it is vitally important for understanding our own hearts, living at peace in the world, and knowing the love of God. For many modern people one of the most baffling and offensive aspects of Christianity is the doctrine of Hell. After all, how could a God who is love send people to an eternity of torture? That just doesn’t make sense. However, not only is the doctrine of Hell something Jesus himself talked about, it is vitally important for understanding our own hearts, living at peace in the world, and knowing the love of God. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-09-18/381/how-could-a-loving-god-send-people-to-hell Sun, 18 Sep 2022 11:30:00 -0500 How Can You Say There’s Only One True Faith? How Can You Say There’s Only One True Faith? https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-09-11/how-can-you-say-there-s-only-one-true-faith In our modern, pluralistic society, the idea that there is only one religious truth is viewed as arrogant, exclusionary, and narrow minded. Surely having multiple paths to the divine is more welcoming and tolerate. After all, the world’s religions are all basically saying the same thing, right? In our modern, pluralistic society, the idea that there is only one religious truth is viewed as arrogant, exclusionary, and narrow minded. Surely having multiple paths to the divine is more welcoming and tolerate. After all, the world’s religions are all basically saying the same thing, right? https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-09-11/380/how-can-you-say-there-s-only-one-true-faith Sun, 11 Sep 2022 11:30:00 -0500 How Could a Loving God Allow So Much Suffering? How Could a Loving God Allow So Much Suffering? https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-09-04/how-could-a-loving-god-allow-so-much-suffering One of the greatest challenges to faith in the modern world is the reality of human suffering. For centuries, human beings have wrestled with the question, “How could a loving God allow so much suffering?” One of the greatest challenges to faith in the modern world is the reality of human suffering. For centuries, human beings have wrestled with the question, “How could a loving God allow so much suffering?” https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-09-04/379/how-could-a-loving-god-allow-so-much-suffering Sun, 4 Sep 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Warning Signs Warning Signs https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-08-21/warning-signs There are a lot of spiritual options out there, but not all of them are for our good. In this passage Peter lays out several “warning signs” to help us identify dangerous teachings and false paths in a world of multitudinous options. There are a lot of spiritual options out there, but not all of them are for our good. In this passage Peter lays out several “warning signs” to help us identify dangerous teachings and false paths in a world of multitudinous options. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-08-21/378/warning-signs Sun, 21 Aug 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Taking God at His Word Taking God at His Word https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-08-14/taking-god-at-his-word There has been a lot of debate about the Bible and its reliability over the past two hundred years, but what Peter makes clear is that everything we have heard about Jesus is trustworthy because it came from God through eyewitnesses. There has been a lot of debate about the Bible and its reliability over the past two hundred years, but what Peter makes clear is that everything we have heard about Jesus is trustworthy because it came from God through eyewitnesses. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-08-14/377/taking-god-at-his-word Sun, 14 Aug 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Living in Light of Your Calling Living in Light of Your Calling https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-08-07/living-in-light-of-your-calling How do we grow spiritually? That is a question that both Christians and non-Christians have asked themselves down through the centuries. Today’s bookstores are filled with self-help manuals and transformation books that promise to help us become more peaceful and purposeful than every before. But Peter offers us a better way. He says that if you want to grow spiritually, then it means being formed in a relationship with the God who loves you and invites you to become more like Him. By being with Him we become more like Him, with our virtues growing as the fruit of our faith. Peter’s invitation is to once more get to know Jesus who, by his divine power, “has granted to us all things that pertain to life and godliness” How do we grow spiritually? That is a question that both Christians and non-Christians have asked themselves down through the centuries. Today’s bookstores are filled with self-help manuals and transformation books that promise to help us become more peaceful and purposeful than every before. But Peter offers us a better way. He says that if you want to grow spiritually, then it means being formed in a relationship with the God who loves you and invites you to become more like Him. By being with Him we become more like Him, with our virtues growing as the fruit of our faith. Peter’s invitation is to once more get to know Jesus who, by his divine power, “has granted to us all things that pertain to life and godliness” https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-08-07/376/living-in-light-of-your-calling Sun, 7 Aug 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Living for Jesus Living for Jesus https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-07-31/living-for-jesus The last conversation that we have between Jesus and Peter takes place shortly after the Resurrection. Jesus takes Peter aside and restores him to his calling by reminding him of what it truly means to love Him; it means serving and caring for His people. Our love for Jesus is meant to overflow into how we love and serve others. This is the mark of a truly Christian life; we love the way Christ first loved us. The last conversation that we have between Jesus and Peter takes place shortly after the Resurrection. Jesus takes Peter aside and restores him to his calling by reminding him of what it truly means to love Him; it means serving and caring for His people. Our love for Jesus is meant to overflow into how we love and serve others. This is the mark of a truly Christian life; we love the way Christ first loved us. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-07-31/375/living-for-jesus Sun, 31 Jul 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Leading Leading https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-07-24/leading Peter closes his letter with wise words for both leaders and followers. In a world where high-powered leaders and self-made influencers have taken center stage, Peter calls on leaders of the church to be humble and to serve their people the way that Christ has served them. Peter closes his letter with wise words for both leaders and followers. In a world where high-powered leaders and self-made influencers have taken center stage, Peter calls on leaders of the church to be humble and to serve their people the way that Christ has served them. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-07-24/374/leading Sun, 24 Jul 2022 11:30:00 -0500 A Good Kind of Different A Good Kind of Different https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-07-17/a-good-kind-of-different Too often we look for comfort in the physical pleasures and pursuits of this world, but Peter is pretty clear that this is a road to nowhere. Too often we look for comfort in the physical pleasures and pursuits of this world, but Peter is pretty clear that this is a road to nowhere. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-07-17/373/a-good-kind-of-different Sun, 17 Jul 2022 11:30:00 -0500 A Hopeful Witness in the Face of Suffering A Hopeful Witness in the Face of Suffering https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-07-10/a-hopeful-witness-in-the-face-of-suffering Suffering is one of those things that Christians not only will experience, but should come to expect. And for Peter’s audience, this was a very real thing as they were facing persecution at the hands of Rome. But what Peter calls them to is a hopeful witness in the face of suffering, using both their words and their deeds (vv.15-16) to point people to the hope that we have in Christ. In a world where people are looking for hope, especially in the face of pain and trials, Christians have the privilege of showing others where true hope is found. Suffering is one of those things that Christians not only will experience, but should come to expect. And for Peter’s audience, this was a very real thing as they were facing persecution at the hands of Rome. But what Peter calls them to is a hopeful witness in the face of suffering, using both their words and their deeds (vv.15-16) to point people to the hope that we have in Christ. In a world where people are looking for hope, especially in the face of pain and trials, Christians have the privilege of showing others where true hope is found. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-07-10/372/a-hopeful-witness-in-the-face-of-suffering Sun, 10 Jul 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Free to Serve Free to Serve https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-07-03/free-to-serve The church has always had a sticky relationship with politics. To those outside the church, it often appears like Christians are just the tools of a political party, adding holy sound bites to someone else’s political agenda. The church has always had a sticky relationship with politics. To those outside the church, it often appears like Christians are just the tools of a political party, adding holy sound bites to someone else’s political agenda. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-07-03/353/free-to-serve Sun, 3 Jul 2022 11:30:00 -0500 A Holy Calling A Holy Calling https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-06-26/-a-holy-calling Being a Christian is not about joining some kind of holy huddle, separated from the world Being a Christian is not about joining some kind of holy huddle, separated from the world https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-06-26/352/-a-holy-calling Sun, 26 Jun 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Living Grace-Fully Living Grace-Fully https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-06-19/-living-grace-fully A lot is made of identity these days. We are told to be who we are. But who are we really? A lot is made of identity these days. We are told to be who we are. But who are we really? https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-06-19/351/-living-grace-fully Sun, 19 Jun 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Chosen Exiles Chosen Exiles https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-06-12/chosen-exiles In the opening lines of his first letter Peter addresses Christians as “elect exiles” two terms which, by worldly standards, seem to be at odds. An exile is someone who lives far from home, often because they had no other choice. And yet, Peter says that it is exactly what God intended for His people. This world is not our home. His kingdom is. God has chosen to call us His people and has granted us the gift of new life and the hope of an inheritance because we are part of a much larger story. In the opening lines of his first letter Peter addresses Christians as “elect exiles” two terms which, by worldly standards, seem to be at odds. An exile is someone who lives far from home, often because they had no other choice. And yet, Peter says that it is exactly what God intended for His people. This world is not our home. His kingdom is. God has chosen to call us His people and has granted us the gift of new life and the hope of an inheritance because we are part of a much larger story. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-06-12/350/chosen-exiles Sun, 12 Jun 2022 11:30:00 -0500 A Cross-Shaped Life A Cross-Shaped Life https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-06-05/a-cross-shaped-life Following Jesus means embracing an entirely different way of living;. Following Jesus means embracing an entirely different way of living;. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-06-05/349/a-cross-shaped-life Sun, 5 Jun 2022 11:30:00 -0500 More of a Legacy More of a Legacy https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-05-29/more-of-a-legacy The book of Acts ends in a rather abrupt way: with an ending that really isn’t an ending. Paul is in Rome continuing to preach. What does this mean? Why is it here? The answer is quite simple: the mission goes on. The book of Acts ends in a rather abrupt way: with an ending that really isn’t an ending. Paul is in Rome continuing to preach. What does this mean? Why is it here? The answer is quite simple: the mission goes on. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-05-29/356/more-of-a-legacy Sun, 29 May 2022 11:30:00 -0500 More Life More Life https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-05-22/more-life One of the things that we sometimes miss when it comes to the mission is the beauty of what takes place when someone experiences the grace of God. Acts 16 contains a series of small stories that paint a larger picture of the better life God gives us through Jesu One of the things that we sometimes miss when it comes to the mission is the beauty of what takes place when someone experiences the grace of God. Acts 16 contains a series of small stories that paint a larger picture of the better life God gives us through Jesu https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-05-22/355/more-life Sun, 22 May 2022 11:30:00 -0500 More on Mission More on Mission https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-05-15/more-on-mission One of the greatest shifts in the book of Acts takes place in chapter 8, where a young Philip begins to preach to those outside the Jewish community. One of the greatest shifts in the book of Acts takes place in chapter 8, where a young Philip begins to preach to those outside the Jewish community. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-05-15/354/more-on-mission Sun, 15 May 2022 11:30:00 -0500 More Community More Community https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-05-08/more-community The members of the early church were animated by the very Spirit of God as they pursued the mission of God together. And this shaped every aspect of their common life. Just as they had received God’s power, God’s presence, and God’s grace, so they extended grace and gave the gift of presence to others. Their story was one in which each person saw themselves as a part of a much larger community, extending God’s grace in tangible acts of generosity, service, and visible acts of witness to the wider world. And the result was not only that needs were met, but the message of Jesus spread outward to others. It is a beautiful picture of common life animated by the grace of God that speaks volumes to the world about the God we worship. It is what it looks like to be a part of a much larger community, one which we continue to be a part of to this day. The members of the early church were animated by the very Spirit of God as they pursued the mission of God together. And this shaped every aspect of their common life. Just as they had received God’s power, God’s presence, and God’s grace, so they extended grace and gave the gift of presence to others. Their story was one in which each person saw themselves as a part of a much larger community, extending God’s grace in tangible acts of generosity, service, and visible acts of witness to the wider world. And the result was not only that needs were met, but the message of Jesus spread outward to others. It is a beautiful picture of common life animated by the grace of God that speaks volumes to the world about the God we worship. It is what it looks like to be a part of a much larger community, one which we continue to be a part of to this day. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-05-08/348/more-community Sun, 8 May 2022 11:30:00 -0500 More to the Story More to the Story https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-05-01/more-to-the-story The first thing that we see about the early church is that they were called and empowered by God to be a part of a much Bigger STORY! The first thing that we see about the early church is that they were called and empowered by God to be a part of a much Bigger STORY! https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-05-01/347/more-to-the-story Sun, 1 May 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Sent Out from the Promised Land Sent Out from the Promised Land https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-04-24/sent-out-from-the-promised-land This concludes our long journey through Genesis 1-23. Just as God made creation, so He now saves it through Jesus. Just as God sent Abraham to the Promised Land to become a blessing to all nations, so now the church is sent out to the nations to bring God’s blessings. Our calling, as His people, are to be Jesus’ witnesses to the very ends of the earth. This concludes our long journey through Genesis 1-23. Just as God made creation, so He now saves it through Jesus. Just as God sent Abraham to the Promised Land to become a blessing to all nations, so now the church is sent out to the nations to bring God’s blessings. Our calling, as His people, are to be Jesus’ witnesses to the very ends of the earth. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-04-24/371/sent-out-from-the-promised-land Sun, 24 Apr 2022 11:30:00 -0500 The Point of the Story | Easter The Point of the Story | Easter https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-04-17/the-point-of-the-story-easter There are lots of different reasons that people read the Bible. For some it is to received guidance. For others it is in search of knowledge. For yet others it is to find comfort. And while all of these things are not bad reasons to search the Scriptures, Jesus tells us one thing about the Bible; it is all about Him. He is the very center of the story. He is the reason it was written. Abraham’s life, Moses’ life, David’s life, and the lives of all the other characters of Scripture are meant to point to Him. There are lots of different reasons that people read the Bible. For some it is to received guidance. For others it is in search of knowledge. For yet others it is to find comfort. And while all of these things are not bad reasons to search the Scriptures, Jesus tells us one thing about the Bible; it is all about Him. He is the very center of the story. He is the reason it was written. Abraham’s life, Moses’ life, David’s life, and the lives of all the other characters of Scripture are meant to point to Him. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-04-17/370/the-point-of-the-story-easter Sun, 17 Apr 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Abraham’s Greater Son | Good Friday Abraham’s Greater Son | Good Friday https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-04-15/abraham-s-greater-son-good-friday How do we know the love of God? How do we come to know of His goodness? Good Friday answers this question, for we see that God was willing to give His Son, His only Son, whom He loved to die for us. How do we know the love of God? How do we come to know of His goodness? Good Friday answers this question, for we see that God was willing to give His Son, His only Son, whom He loved to die for us. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-04-15/369/abraham-s-greater-son-good-friday Fri, 15 Apr 2022 11:30:00 -0500 The Better Covenant | Maundy Thursday The Better Covenant | Maundy Thursday https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-04-14/the-better-covenant-maundy-thursday In Abraham’s story God tells him that He will make a covenant with him and that, through him, all the nations of the earth would be blessed. Now Jesus comes to give us a better covenant; one in which we are all forgiven and made right with God. In Abraham’s story God tells him that He will make a covenant with him and that, through him, all the nations of the earth would be blessed. Now Jesus comes to give us a better covenant; one in which we are all forgiven and made right with God. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-04-14/368/the-better-covenant-maundy-thursday Thu, 14 Apr 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Before Abraham | Palm Sunday Before Abraham | Palm Sunday https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-04-10/before-abraham-palm-sunday On Palm Sunday we celebrate Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem; the irony being that this man who was hailed a King is executed by the very same people just a few short days later. Why? To answer that question, we have to look at another encounter that Jesus had with them in John 8. On Palm Sunday we celebrate Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem; the irony being that this man who was hailed a King is executed by the very same people just a few short days later. Why? To answer that question, we have to look at another encounter that Jesus had with them in John 8. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-04-10/367/before-abraham-palm-sunday Sun, 10 Apr 2022 11:30:00 -0500 The Greatest Test The Greatest Test https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-04-03/the-greatest-test It’s the final chapter in Abraham’s story, the climax of his journey, and one final test. We’ve seen Abraham face the tests of fear, doubt, and pride. We’ve seen how he has begun to learn about God’s heart. But how deep does his trust really go? It’s the final chapter in Abraham’s story, the climax of his journey, and one final test. We’ve seen Abraham face the tests of fear, doubt, and pride. We’ve seen how he has begun to learn about God’s heart. But how deep does his trust really go? https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-04-03/366/the-greatest-test Sun, 3 Apr 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Divine Dinner Guests Divine Dinner Guests https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-03-27/divine-dinner-guests One of the things to note is that Abraham is the only person in the Old Testament who is explicitly given the title “friend of God”. Abraham the doubter, the fearful one, the failure, becomes God’s friend. How did this happen? One of the things to note is that Abraham is the only person in the Old Testament who is explicitly given the title “friend of God”. Abraham the doubter, the fearful one, the failure, becomes God’s friend. How did this happen? https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-03-27/365/divine-dinner-guests Sun, 27 Mar 2022 11:30:00 -0500 My Plans vs. His Promises My Plans vs. His Promises https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-03-20/my-plans-vs-his-promises In Genesis 16 we encounter a third obstacle that faces Abraham in his journey with God: his own plans and desires. Honestly, Genesis 16 is an offensive, heartbreaking story that offends our modern sensibilities - and rightly so!!! It is a story of exploitation and selfishness that very nearly undoes all that God has promised. In Genesis 16 we encounter a third obstacle that faces Abraham in his journey with God: his own plans and desires. Honestly, Genesis 16 is an offensive, heartbreaking story that offends our modern sensibilities - and rightly so!!! It is a story of exploitation and selfishness that very nearly undoes all that God has promised. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-03-20/364/my-plans-vs-his-promises Sun, 20 Mar 2022 11:30:00 -0500 I Promise I Promise https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-03-13/i-promise Since the start of Lent we have been looking at the story of Abraham in the book of Genesis. And it is worth noting that Abraham is a foundational figure not only for Christians, but for Muslims and Jews as well. He is considered the father of faith for these great world religions. But what does that mean? Since the start of Lent we have been looking at the story of Abraham in the book of Genesis. And it is worth noting that Abraham is a foundational figure not only for Christians, but for Muslims and Jews as well. He is considered the father of faith for these great world religions. But what does that mean? https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-03-13/363/i-promise Sun, 13 Mar 2022 11:30:00 -0600 Dangerous Detours Dangerous Detours https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-03-06/dangerous-detours In Genesis 12 & 13 we encounter the first real test of Abraham’s faith: fear. In Genesis 12 & 13 we encounter the first real test of Abraham’s faith: fear. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-03-06/362/dangerous-detours Sun, 6 Mar 2022 11:30:00 -0600 A NEW Beginning - Ash Wednesday A NEW Beginning - Ash Wednesday https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-03-02/a-new-beginning-ash-wednesday Abraham’s story is the story of a NEW beginning for all humanity; one in which God starts with a single family by calling Abraham to leave behind all that he knew to be safe and comfortable and follow Him into a new way of living. Abraham’s story is the story of a NEW beginning for all humanity; one in which God starts with a single family by calling Abraham to leave behind all that he knew to be safe and comfortable and follow Him into a new way of living. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-03-02/361/a-new-beginning-ash-wednesday Wed, 2 Mar 2022 11:30:00 -0600 The Downward Spiral & the Life Boat The Downward Spiral & the Life Boat https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-02-27/the-downward-spiral-the-life-boat Genesis marks an absolute low point in the story so far: human (and angelic) wickedness has reached such a degree that God regrets that “he made man on the earth, and it grieved him to his heart” Genesis marks an absolute low point in the story so far: human (and angelic) wickedness has reached such a degree that God regrets that “he made man on the earth, and it grieved him to his heart” https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-02-27/360/the-downward-spiral-the-life-boat Sun, 27 Feb 2022 11:30:00 -0600 Trouble in Paradise Trouble in Paradise https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-02-20/trouble-in-paradise “That’s wrong! That’s terrible! That’s not the way it is supposed to be!” Such are the words we say when we encounter pain, suffering, disease, death, disaster, and tragedy. We scroll through our newsfeeds and are bombarded daily with stories that highlight the reality of the broken world that we live in. So if God made the world to be so good, what happened?! “That’s wrong! That’s terrible! That’s not the way it is supposed to be!” Such are the words we say when we encounter pain, suffering, disease, death, disaster, and tragedy. We scroll through our newsfeeds and are bombarded daily with stories that highlight the reality of the broken world that we live in. So if God made the world to be so good, what happened?! https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-02-20/359/trouble-in-paradise Sun, 20 Feb 2022 11:30:00 -0600 The Beginning of the Greatest Story Ever Told The Beginning of the Greatest Story Ever Told https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-02-13/the-beginning-of-the-greatest-story-ever-told Every story has a beginning and it is often in our beginnings that we begin to understand the truth about ourselves and the world we live in. Yet one of the most hotly debated passages in the whole Bible is its beginning. Every story has a beginning and it is often in our beginnings that we begin to understand the truth about ourselves and the world we live in. Yet one of the most hotly debated passages in the whole Bible is its beginning. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-02-13/358/the-beginning-of-the-greatest-story-ever-told Sun, 13 Feb 2022 11:30:00 -0600 Before the Beginning Before the Beginning https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-02-06/before-the-beginning Though made up of several books containing a variety of literary genres, the Bible is not a collection of random stories or pieces of literature. Rather, it is one single narrative from beginning to end, with one central character: God. Though made up of several books containing a variety of literary genres, the Bible is not a collection of random stories or pieces of literature. Rather, it is one single narrative from beginning to end, with one central character: God. https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2022-02-06/357/before-the-beginning Sun, 6 Feb 2022 11:30:00 -0600 I am a Child of God I am a Child of God https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2021-05-16/i-am-a-child-of-god https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2021-05-16/417/i-am-a-child-of-god Sun, 16 May 2021 11:30:00 -0500 All Have Sinned and Fall Short All Have Sinned and Fall Short https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2021-05-09/all-have-sinned-and-fall-short https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2021-05-09/416/all-have-sinned-and-fall-short Sun, 9 May 2021 11:30:00 -0500 Grace Upon Grace Grace Upon Grace https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2021-05-02/grace-upon-grace https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2021-05-02/415/grace-upon-grace Sun, 2 May 2021 11:30:00 -0500 Strong in the Lord - Week 7 Strong in the Lord - Week 7 https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2021-02-14/strong-in-the-lord-week-7 https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2021-02-14/438/strong-in-the-lord-week-7 Sun, 14 Feb 2021 11:30:00 -0600 Strong in the Lord - Week 6 Strong in the Lord - Week 6 https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2021-02-07/strong-in-the-lord-week-6 https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2021-02-07/437/strong-in-the-lord-week-6 Sun, 7 Feb 2021 11:30:00 -0600 Strong in the Lord - Week 5 Strong in the Lord - Week 5 https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2021-01-31/strong-in-the-lord-week-5 https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2021-01-31/436/strong-in-the-lord-week-5 Sun, 31 Jan 2021 11:30:00 -0600 Strong in the Lord - Week 4 Strong in the Lord - Week 4 https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2021-01-24/strong-in-the-lord-week-4 https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2021-01-24/435/strong-in-the-lord-week-4 Sun, 24 Jan 2021 11:30:00 -0600 Strong in the Lord - Week 3 Strong in the Lord - Week 3 https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2021-01-17/strong-in-the-lord-week-3 https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2021-01-17/434/strong-in-the-lord-week-3 Sun, 17 Jan 2021 11:30:00 -0600 Strong in the Lord - Week 2 Strong in the Lord - Week 2 https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2021-01-10/strong-in-the-lord-week-2 https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2021-01-10/433/strong-in-the-lord-week-2 Sun, 10 Jan 2021 11:30:00 -0600 Strong in the Lord - Week 1 Strong in the Lord - Week 1 https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2021-01-03/strong-in-the-lord-week-1 https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2021-01-03/432/strong-in-the-lord-week-1 Sun, 3 Jan 2021 11:30:00 -0600 Authority and Presence - TGT Authority and Presence - TGT https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2018-11-25/authority-and-presence-tgt https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2018-11-25/344/authority-and-presence-tgt Sun, 25 Nov 2018 11:30:00 -0600 Authority and Presence - TSN Authority and Presence - TSN https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2018-11-25/authority-and-presence-tsn https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2018-11-25/345/authority-and-presence-tsn Sun, 25 Nov 2018 11:30:00 -0600 Authority and Presence - TKW Authority and Presence - TKW https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2018-11-25/authority-and-presence-tkw https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2018-11-25/346/authority-and-presence-tkw Sun, 25 Nov 2018 11:30:00 -0600 Walking on Water - TKW Walking on Water - TKW https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2018-11-18/walking-on-water-tkw https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2018-11-18/341/walking-on-water-tkw Sun, 18 Nov 2018 11:30:00 -0600 Walking on Water - TSN Walking on Water - TSN https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2018-11-18/walking-on-water-tsn https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2018-11-18/342/walking-on-water-tsn Sun, 18 Nov 2018 11:30:00 -0600 Walking on Water - TGT Walking on Water - TGT https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2018-11-18/walking-on-water-tgt https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2018-11-18/343/walking-on-water-tgt Sun, 18 Nov 2018 11:30:00 -0600 Raising Up Leaders - TGT Raising Up Leaders - TGT https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2018-11-11/raising-up-leaders-tgt https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2018-11-11/338/raising-up-leaders-tgt Sun, 11 Nov 2018 11:30:00 -0600 Raising Up Leaders - TSN Raising Up Leaders - TSN https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2018-11-11/raising-up-leaders-tsn https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2018-11-11/339/raising-up-leaders-tsn Sun, 11 Nov 2018 11:30:00 -0600 Raising Up Leaders - TKW Raising Up Leaders - TKW https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2018-11-11/raising-up-leaders-tkw https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2018-11-11/340/raising-up-leaders-tkw Sun, 11 Nov 2018 11:30:00 -0600 Disciples Who Disciple - TGT Disciples Who Disciple - TGT https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2018-11-04/disciples-who-disciple-tgt https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2018-11-04/335/disciples-who-disciple-tgt Sun, 4 Nov 2018 11:30:00 -0500 Disciples Who Disciple - TSN Disciples Who Disciple - TSN https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2018-11-04/disciples-who-disciple-tsn https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2018-11-04/336/disciples-who-disciple-tsn Sun, 4 Nov 2018 11:30:00 -0500 Disciples Who Disciple - TKW Disciples Who Disciple - TKW https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2018-11-04/disciples-who-disciple-tkw https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2018-11-04/337/disciples-who-disciple-tkw Sun, 4 Nov 2018 11:30:00 -0500 Grow in Faith and Life - TKW Grow in Faith and Life - TKW https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2018-10-28/grow-in-faith-and-life-tkw https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2018-10-28/332/grow-in-faith-and-life-tkw Sun, 28 Oct 2018 11:30:00 -0500 Grow in Faith and Life - TSN Grow in Faith and Life - TSN https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2018-10-28/grow-in-faith-and-life-tsn https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2018-10-28/333/grow-in-faith-and-life-tsn Sun, 28 Oct 2018 11:30:00 -0500 Grow in Faith and Life - TGT Grow in Faith and Life - TGT https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2018-10-28/grow-in-faith-and-life-tgt https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2018-10-28/334/grow-in-faith-and-life-tgt Sun, 28 Oct 2018 11:30:00 -0500 Called to Commitment - TGT Called to Commitment - TGT https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2018-10-21/called-to-commitment-tgt https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2018-10-21/329/called-to-commitment-tgt Sun, 21 Oct 2018 11:30:00 -0500 Called to Commitment - TKW Called to Commitment - TKW https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2018-10-21/called-to-commitment-tkw https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2018-10-21/330/called-to-commitment-tkw Sun, 21 Oct 2018 11:30:00 -0500 Called to Commitment - TSN Called to Commitment - TSN https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2018-10-21/called-to-commitment-tsn https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2018-10-21/331/called-to-commitment-tsn Sun, 21 Oct 2018 11:30:00 -0500 Come and See - TGT Come and See - TGT https://www.tlc4u.org/sermons/sermon/2018-10-14/come-and-see-tgt Jesus attracted crowds through teaching, proclaiming the Gospel, and healing. He did this because he cared about them. He calls us to join him in this mission and invites people to come and see. Jesus attracted crowds through teaching, proclaiming the Gospel, and healing. He did this because he cared about them. 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