Mount Olive Mankato
By Mount Olive Lutheran Church
Mount Olive MankatoJun 04, 2023
“In the Presence of the Holy God”
Sermon Text: Isaiah 6:1-8
June 4, 2023
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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The Church Constructed by the Holy Spirit
1. Its membership
2. Its foundation
3. Its activity
Sermon Text: Ephesians 2:17-22
May 28, 2023
Preacher: Pastor John Peterson
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There's Nothing to Fear--For Those Who Shelter in the Lord
Sermon Text: Psalm 27:1-6
May 21, 2023
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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Happy That He Is Gone?
Sermon Text: Luke 24:51–53
May 18, 2023
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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Our Savior Prays for His Church
1. That we be faithful to His Word.
2. That we be unified.
3. That we be glorified.
Sermon Text: John 17:20-26
May 14, 2023
Preacher: Pastor John Peterson
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Brought Forth by the Word of Truth
Sermon Text: James 1:16-21
May 7, 2023
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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“Your New Life Is Being Tested!”
1. Because of Jesus’ resurrection, we have a new life to live.
2. As we live it, our new life of faith is sometimes severely tested.
3. But our new life in the risen Savior passes every test.
Sermon Text: 1 Peter 1:3-9
April 30, 2023
Preacher: Pastor John Peterson
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We Are Blessed to Have a Living, Loving Shepherd
Sermon Text: John 10:11-18
April 23, 2023
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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Peace Be With You!
Sermon Text: John 20:19-20
April 16, 2023
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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Jesus’ Resurrection Gives Us Unshakeable Gladness and Joy!
Sermon Text: Psalm 16:8-11
April 9, 2023
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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Easter Exhordium - Festival Address 2023
April 9, 2023
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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He was Forsaken…We are Forgiven
Sermon Text: Psalm 22:1-2
April 7, 2023
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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Hosanna in the Highest!
1. That is a fervent plea for God’s salvation.
2. That is also a joyful blessing of thanks to God.
Sermon Text: Psalm 118:25, 26
April 6, 2023
Preacher: Pastor John Peterson
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The Son of God Goes Forth to War
1. He goes forth with full knowledge of what lies ahead.
2. He goes forth with calm courage.
3. He goes forth for us.
Sermon Text: Mark 11:1-11
April 2, 2023
Preacher: Pastor John Peterson
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Sacrifices
Sermon Text: HEBREWS 10:5-10
March 26, 2023
Preacher: Professor Nicholas Proksch
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Lenten Lessons from St. Joseph, Guardian of Jesus
Sermon Text: Matthew 2:13-15, 19-23
March 19, 2023
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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A Meditation on Psalm 35:19
Sermon Text: Psalm 35:19
March 16, 2023
Preacher: Pastor Jonathan Bourman, Liturgist: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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Does Our Church Resemble the Church in Ancient Ephesus?
Sermon Text: Revelation 2:1-7
March 12, 2023
Preacher: Pastor John Peterson
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A Spacious Place
Sermon Text: Psalm 31:1-8
March 8, 2023
Preacher: Pastor Micah Plocher
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A Picture of a Faithful Father
1. He trusts Jesus and goes to Him for needed help.
2. He prays for a stronger faith.
Sermon Text: Mark 9:14-27
March 5, 2023
Preacher: Pastor John Peterson
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Let Us Find Our Refuge in the Lord
Sermon Text: Psalm 34:4-8, 17-22
March 1, 2023
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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Now Is the Day of Salvation
Sermon Text: 2 Corinthians 6:1-10
February 26, 2023
Preacher: President Tim Hartwig
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A Season for a New Heart
Sermon Text: Psalm 51
February 22, 2023
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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Sermon Text: Mark 1:9-11
Why the Baptism of Jesus is so Meaningful for Us
1. At His baptism, Jesus began His public work of saving us from our sins.
2. At His baptism, God the Father declared His acceptance of Jesus and His work on our befalf.
The All-Sufficient Grace of God
Sermon Text: 2 Corinthians 12:5-10
February 12, 2023
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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It’s NOT Fair – It’s Grace!
Sermon Text: Matthew 20:1-16
February 5, 2023
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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An Encouraging Word
1. The Father encouraged His Son on the mountain.
2. The disciples were encouraged by what they witnessed.
3. The Lord encourages us with His inspired Word.
Sermon Text: 2 Peter 1:16-21
January 29, 2023
Preacher: Pastor John Peterson
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Are You Willing to Accept the Will of God
Are You Willing to Accept the Will of God
Sermon Text: 2 Kings 5:1-14
January 22, 2023
Preacher: Pastor John Ulrich
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Jesus Changes Everything
1. He changed water into wine at a wedding celebration.
2. He changes our lives by His Gospel.
Sermon Text: Galatians John 2:1-11
January 15, 2023
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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Rise and Shine in the Light of Christ
Sermon Text: Isaiah 60:1-6
January 8, 2023
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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New Clothes for the New Year
1. Under God’s Law, we lived wearing a harsh and constrictive wardrobe.
2. Under the Gospel, we are clothed in the new garments of Christ and His
righteousness.
Sermon Text: Galatians 3:23-29
January 1, 2023
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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The Incarnation: He became Poor, so That We Can Be Rich!
Sermon Text: 2 Corinthians 8:9
December 25, 2022
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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He Is With Us
1. The name of Immanuel gives us comfort.
2. The name of Immanuel gives us hope.
Sermon Text: Isaiah 7:14
December 24, 2022
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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Who Are You? One Who Points to Jesus...
Sermon Text: John 1:19-29
December 18, 2022
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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A Servant of the Lord Completes His Work
Sermon Text: Matthew 11:2-10
December 11, 2022
Guest Preacher: Pastor Dan Basel
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A Beautiful Sight, Seen From A Distance...What Isaiah Saw
He saw the Light of the world, who would win salvation not just for Israel, but for Gentiles too.
Sermon Text: Isaiah 49:6
December 7, 2022
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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Recognizing the Kingdom of God
Sermon Text: Luke 17:20-21
December 4, 2022
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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Midweek Advent Service - November 30, 2022
Sermon Text: Numbers 24:15-17
November 30, 2022
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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Follow the Leader
Sermon Text: Philippians 3:17-21
November 27, 2022
Preacher: Seminarian Matthew Lehne
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Rejoicing and Giving Thanks ALWAYS!
Sermon Text: Philippians 4:4-7
November 23, 2022
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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Be Ready for the Lord’s Return
1. His return will come suddenly…
2. But not unexpectedly…
3. Anticipate it joyfully
Sermon Text: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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Sunday Sermon - November 13, 2022
Ready and Excited for Judgment Day
Sermon Text: 2 Peter 3:11-14
November 13, 2022
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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The Salt of the Earth Become the Saints in Heaven
Sermon Text: Matthew 5:11-13
November 6, 2022
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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The Clear Word of God Speaks to Us
Sermon Text: 2 Peter 1:19-21
October 30, 2022
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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In the Courtroom of the Holy God
1. The charges against us are damning
2. The verdict pronounced is a beautiful surprise
Sermon Text: Zechariah 3:1-5
October 23, 2022
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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Who, Then, Can Be Saved?
1. Impossible for people
2. Possible for God
Sermon Text: Mark 10:17-27
October 16, 2022
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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The Unusual Seating Order at God's Table of Grace
Sermon Text: Luke 14:1-11
October 9, 2022
Preacher: Chaplain Don Moldstad
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Angels On Call
1. The holy angels carry out God’s will by protecting us every day.
2. They carried out God’s will by NOT protecting Jesus one night in the garden of
Gethsemane.
Sermon Text: Matthew 26:51-54
October 2, 2022
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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Do Not Fear—God Has Things Under Control
Sermon Text: 1 Kings 17:8-16
September 25, 2022
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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A Startling Scandal in Nazareth
A Startling Scandal in Nazareth
1. What caused it?
2. What were its consequences?
Sermon Text: Mark 6:1-6
September 18, 2022
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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What Is Christian LOVE All About?
Sermon Text: John 13:34-35
September 11, 2022
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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The Greater Glory
1. God's holy law is glorious.
2. But His Gospel is the greater glory.
Sermon Text: 2 Corinthians 3:4-11
September 4, 2022
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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Are You "Self-Made" OR "Made By the Grace of God"?
Sermon Text: Luke 18:9-14
August 28, 2022
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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The Holy Spirit gives renewed obedience and courage
1. so that we speak.
2. so that we confess.
3. so that we persist.
Sermon Text: Acts 4:13-20
August 21, 2022
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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Eternal Priorities!
Sermon Text: Luke 16:1-9
August 14, 2022
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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Don't Be Deceived
1. Don't be deceived by false prophets.
2. Don't be deceived by their followers.
August 7, 2022
Sermon Text: Matthew 7:15-23
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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Relying on Jesus to Feed Us
Sermon Text: Mark 8:1-9
July 31, 2022
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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Baptism: Makes Us Dead to Sin - Alive to God in Christ!
Sermon Text: Romans 6:1-11
July 24, 2022
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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Life in the Service
1. It’s not for those who want to be served.
2. Rather, it’s for those who want to be servants.
Sermon Text: Matthew 20:17-28
July 17, 2022
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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How are we to approach other sinners?
Sermon Text: Romans 12:16-21
July 10, 2022
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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Let Us Pray For Our Nation
1. Pray for its leaders.
2. Pray for its peace.
3. Pray for the spread of the Gospel.
Sermon Text: 1 Timothy 2:1-7
July 3, 2022
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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A Heart & Spirit Dedicated to the Gospel
Sermon Text: Luke 9:51-62
June 26, 2022
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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Lord, Keep Us From These Three Mistakes!
1. Mistaking a man for God.
2. Mistaking our body for our soul.
3. Mistaking time for eternity.
Sermon Text: Luke 16:19-31
June 19, 2022
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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Our Hope Is in the Triune God
1. Not to be doubted...
2. A Certain and Divine Hope.
Sermon Text: Romans 5:1-5
June 12, 2022
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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Jesus Sends the Very Best!
1. By sending the Holy Spirit, He sends us the very best Helper.
2. By sending the Holy Spirit, He sends us the very best Peace.
Sermon Text: John 14:25-27
June 5, 2022
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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Fearlessly Face the Future!
1. In spite of threats of persecution...
2. The Truth of the Gospel preserves us and keeps us going.
Sermon Text: John 15:20-16:4
May 29, 2022
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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Jesus' Mission for His Church
1. A seemingly daunting task,
2. Carried out under His direction & through His divine power.
Sermon Text: Acts 1:8
May 26, 2022
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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How We Show Our Resurrected Lives
1. By our use of God’s Word.
2. By our conduct in the world.
Sermon Text: James 1:22-27
May 22, 2022
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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What More Does Jesus Have to Say to Us?
1. Not more truth,
2. But unending insight for us and for our lives.
Sermon Text: John 16:12-13
May 15, 2022
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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An Alien's Code of Conduct
1. Abstain.
2. Submit.
3. Endure.
Sermon Text: 1 Peter 2:11-20
May 8, 2022
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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It All Depends on Your Shepherd
Sermon Text: John 10:11-18
May 1, 2022
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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Tell the Truth
1. Jesus Himself confirmed the truth that God had foretold about Him.
2. He calls on us to confirm our faith in Him before the world.
Sermon Text: Luke 24:36-49
April 24, 2022
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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Depend on the Resurrection
1. It proves that Jesus' Gospel is trustworthy.
2. It proves that for His sake, all our sins are forgiven.
3. It proves that our lives lived in hope will never be disappointed.
4. It proves that we too, believing in Him, will rise body and soul unto eternal life.
Sermon Text: 1 Corinthians 15:12-20
April 17, 2022
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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The Vicarious Atonement of Jesus
1. As our holy Substitute, Jesus suffered vicarious punishment for our sins.
2. And, He died a vicarious death for our sins.
Sermon Text: Isaiah 53:5-6
April 15, 2022
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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The Three Unions in Holy Communion
1. Bread and wine with body and blood.
2. Sinners and God.
3. Believers with one another.
April 14, 2022
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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A Look at Palm Sunday's Seeming Contradictions
1. Humble Servant/Glorious King
2. Riding to Death/to Glory
3. Saving His Enemies/Loved Ones
Sermon Text: Matthew 21:1-11
April 10, 2022
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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Out of the Darkness And Into the Light.
1. As believers we come out of darkness,
2. And are covered by the light of God's grace and mercy in Christ.
Sermon Text: Ephesians 5:1-9
April 3, 2022
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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The Turning Point
1. After hearing His word, some who had been following Jesus turned away from Him.
2. But, others were strengthened in their resolve to cling to Him in faith.
Sermon Text: John 6:60-69
March 27, 2022
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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Whoever Belongs to God Listens to What God Says
1. When it points out our faults.
2. When it points out "I AM," our Savior.
Sermon Text: John 8:46-59
March 20, 2022
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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Many Sins = Great Forgiveness = Much Love
Sermon Text: Luke 7:36-50
March 13, 2022
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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I Will Observe the Passover
Sermon Text: Matthew 26:18
March 3, 2022
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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“BY FAITH We Know God and Understand His Love.”
Sermon Text: Luke 18:31-43
February 27, 2022
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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The Value of Affliction
1. How was the apostle Paul afflicted?
2. How did he benefit from it?
Sermon Text: 2 Corinthians 12:1-9
February 20, 2022
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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The Calling
1. It's the Lord who calls us.
2. He supports us.
3. He equips us.
Sermon Text: Jeremiah 1:4-10
February 13, 2022
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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Clear Views from the Mount of Transfiguration
Sermon Text: Matthew 17:1-9
February 6, 2022
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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Trust in the Name of the Lord
1. He's qualified to instruct us.
2. He suffered patiently for us.
3. He obtained our victory.
Sermon Text: Isaiah 50:4-10
January 30, 2022
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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Do You Respect Authority?
Sermon Text: Matthew 8:1-13
January 23, 2022
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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Divine Help is Revealed at a Wedding
Sermon Text: John 2:1-11
January 16, 2022
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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Behold! God’s Chosen Servant.
1. A Surprising Choice to Us.
2. God’s Choice for Saving Us.
Sermon Text: Matthew 3:13-17
January 9, 2022
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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Traveling On Faith
1. The Wise Men traveled by faith in God's word.
2. By faith they persisted in the journey.
3. By faith they reached their destination.
Sermon Text: Matthew 2:1-12
January 2, 2022
Preacher: Pastor John Peterson
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Our New Year Prayer: Establish the Work of Our Hands
Sermon Text: Psalm 90
December 31, 2021
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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Marvel Over the Things Spoken of Him
1. Surprising or Unexpected Things
2. Divine Things- Of a Divine Plan
Sermon Text: Luke 2: 33-50
December 26, 2021
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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A Savior–Born FOR US
Sermon Text: Luke 2:9-11
December 24, 2021
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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A Witness To The Light
1. A witness with a divine mission.
2. A faithful witness.
3. A humble witness.
Sermon Text: John 1:6-8, 19-28
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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You Are Not Consumed!
1. Because God doesn't change.
2. Because God sent John the Baptist to prepare the way for our Savior.
3. Because God sent His Son to be our Savior.
Sermon Text: Malachi 3:1-6
December 12, 2021
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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The King is Coming! Do We Fear or Cheer?
Sermon Text: Luke 21: 25-28
December 5, 2021
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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God's Unexpected Standards of Greatness
Sermon Text: Mark 9:30-37
November 28, 2021
Preacher: Seminarian Caleb Helman
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Thank You Lord
1. Thank you for Your Holy Word
2. Thank you for Your Fatherly Discipline
3. Thank you for Your Daily Gifts
Sermon Text: Deuteronomy 8:1-10
November 24, 2021
Preacher: Pastor John Peterson
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As the Last Day Approaches, Remember!
1. Remember you first love.
2. Remember God’s glorious promise
3. Remember that Christ is coming soon
4. Remember to keep the faith
Sermon Text: Hebrews 10:32-39
November 21, 2021
Preacher: Pastor John Peterson
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Glorifying the Name of Our Lord Today and Always
Sermon Text: 2 Thessalonians 1:3-10
November 14, 2021
Preacher: Pastor Dan Basal
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The True Happiness We Share With The Saints In Heaven
1. We have true happiness in trusting Christ alone for our salvation.
2. We have true happiness in imitating Christ.
3. We have true happiness in suffering for Christ.
Sermon Text: Matthew 5:1-12
November 7, 2021
Preacher: Pastor John Peterson
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You Can Be Certain of Your Salvation!
1. Not because of our keeping the law,
2. But because of the righteousness of Christ given through faith.
Sermon Text: Romans 3:19-28
October 31, 2021
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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Are You Equipped For Battle?
1. By faith possess and use the defensive weapons God gives us.
2. By faith possess and use the offensive weapons God gives us.
Sermon Text: Ephesians 6: 10-20
October 24, 2021
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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What Makes a Person Worthy for God's Feast?
Sermon Text: Matthew 22:1-14
October 17, 2021
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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The Lord Works a Miracle Called Repentance
1. He works repentance by His word.
2. That repentance is demonstrated by our actions.
3. That repentance pleases God.
Sermon Text: Jonah 3:1-10
October 10, 2021
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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Being Grateful for God's Grace
Sermon Text: 1 Corinthians 1:4-9
October 3, 2021
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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Battling the Old Evil Foe
1. A very real threat
2. That God helps is overcome
Sermon Text: Revelations 12:7-12
September 27, 2021
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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A Prisoner’s Prayer
1. Paul prays for his friends, that they would be kept from becoming discouraged
by what he was suffering.
2. And, that their faith would be strengthened.
3. And, their knowledge and understanding of Christ's love would be increased.
Sermon Text: Ephesians 3:13-21
September 19, 2021
Preacher: Pastor John Peterson
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Don't Worry
2. And, by seeking first His kingdom and righteousness.
Sermon Text: Matthew 6: 24-34
September 12, 2021
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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Call Upon Me in the Day of Trouble, I Will Deliver You, and You Will Honor Me!
Sermon Text: Luke 17:11-19
September 5, 2021
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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Put Your Trust in the Perfect Mediator
1. It’s not Moses, through whom God’s law was given
2. It’s Jesus Christ, through whom God’s promise have been fulfilled!
Sermon Text: Galatians 3:15-22
August 29, 2021
Preacher: Pastor John Peterson
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The Importance of Hearing the Word of Christ
Sermon Text: Romans 10:17
August 22, 2021
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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God Makes Us Alive through Faith in Christ
Sermon Text: Ephesians 2:1-10
August 15, 2021
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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The Visitation
1. God visits us now, bringing His saving grace.
2. He will visit us on the last day, bringing His judgment.
Sermon Text: Luke 19:41-44
August 8, 2021
Preacher: Pastor John Peterson
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Investment Opportunities
1. The capital to be invested.
2. The gain to be realized.
3. The accounting to be faced.
Sermon Text: Luke 19:11-27
August 1, 2021
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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What is Worth More than Anything Else? Knowing Christ!
Sermon Text: Philippians 3:7-11
July 25, 2021
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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A Happy Enslavement
1. If we are slaves to our Lord, we have been set free from sin
2. And have become slaves to righteousness
Sermon Text: Romans 6:19-23
July 18, 2021
Preacher: Pastor John Peterson
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Who Am I?
1. I'm one who is dead to sin...
2. But, alive to God in Christ!
Sermon Text: Romans 6: 3-11
July 11, 2021
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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God Bless Our Native Land
1. Bless Us with Salvation
2. Bless Us with Continued Guidance and Providence
Sermon Text: Psalm 67
July 4, 2021
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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How are we to Deal with Sinful People?
Sermon Text: Romans 14:10-12
June 27, 2021
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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Advice for Suffering Christians
1. Be humble.
2. Be alert.
3. Be hopeful.
Sermon Text: 1 Peter 5:6-11
June 20, 2021
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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Come and Feast with Wisdom!
Sermon Text: Proverbs 9:1-10
June 13, 2021
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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Traveling with Christ
1. Say good-bye
2. Pick up and carry your luggage.
3. Proceed with the journey, confident of its destination
Sermon Text: Matthew 16:24-27
June 6, 2021
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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Given New Birth through the Working of Our Triune God
1. God the Father.
2. God the Son.
3. God the Holy Spirit.
Sermon Text: John 3: 1-5
May 30, 2021
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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God's Answer to Babel
Sermon Text: Genesis 11:1-9
May 23, 2021
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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Jesus Readies His Disciples to Face Hostility
Sermon Text: John 15:20-16:4
May 16, 2021
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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You Shall Be Witnesses to Me
1. Jesus’s disciples had the facts needed to witness of Him.
2. They also had the power to witness.
3. They also had the promise to witness.
4. So do we!
Sermon Text: Acts 1:1-11
May 13, 2021
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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Encouragement for Exiles
1. Like Judah in Babylon, we live as exiles in this world.
2. God encourages us with the promise of His peace and paradise, through Jesus.
Sermon Text: Jeremiah 29: 11-14
May 9, 2021
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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Let the Living Water Flow!
Sermon Text: John 7:37-39
May 2, 2021
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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Abide With Us!
1. Having come to know Jesus better, we ask Him to stay with us.
2. And we trust that He always will stay with us.
3. Moved by our thanks to Him, we share the Good News with others.
Sermon Text: Luke 24:28-35
May 1, 2021
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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Troubled but Triumphant
1. Like Abram, we face trouble in this life.
2. Clinging to our Savior's word, we share in the victory of eternal life!
Sermon Text: Genesis 15:1-6
April 25, 2021
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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Following Our Courageous Shepherd
1. Our moments of courage are fleeting, at best.
2. Jesus is the one, true Courageous Shepherd.
Sermon Text: John 10: 11-16
April 18, 2021
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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Easter Provides Us with a Life Changing Message
1. It's meant for us to hear.
2. It's meant for us to share.
Sermon Text: Acts 2:22-32
April 11, 2021
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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Road to Redemption: Rescue to Rescue
Sermon Text: Jonah 2:1-10
April 4, 2021
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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Road to Redemption: Pardon to Pardon
Sermon Text: Leviticus 16:15-22
April 2, 2021
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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Road to Redemption: From Covenant to Covenant
1. We broke the first covenant of the law, given on Mount Sinai.
2. In Jesus Christ, we have a new covenant, one of grace.
Sermon Text: Isaiah 42:6
April 1, 2021
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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The Arrival of Our Unique Savior King
1. Unique in the way he comes to us
2. Unique in His purpose for coming
Sermon Text: Zechariah 9:9-10
March 28, 2021
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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The Road to Redemption: From King to King
1. God's expectations for Old Testament kings.
2. Jesus alone fulfilled God's demands of a king.
3. Road to redemption takes us to a cross, not a throne room.
Sermon Text: Deuteronomy 17: 18-20 & John 18:37
March 24, 2021
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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God's People Will Listen and Hold to His Word
1. When it is harsh with us,
2. When it points us to Jesus and His Forgiveness.
Sermon Text: John 8:46-59
March 21, 2021
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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Road to Redemption: From Pole to Pole
1. The bronze snake foreshadows the Savior.
2. The law shows us our sins.
3. Jesus lifted on the cross is our way to eternal life.
Sermon Text: Numbers 21: 4-8
March 17, 2021
Preacher: Pastor Matt Moldstad
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Gift Upon Gift
1. We’re used to paying for what we get.
2. But God gives us all our physical and spiritual blessings by His grace in Christ.
3. We receive them by believing.
Sermon Text John 6:24-36
March 14, 2021
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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The Road to Redemption: Seal to Seal
1. Daniel's fate was not sealed.
2. Our eternal life is sealed through faith and grace.
Sermon Text: Daniel 6:16-23
March 10, 2021
Preacher: Pastor Andrew Schmidt
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The Kingdom of God Has Come Upon You
1. God’s Kingdom has come upon us by God’s grace.
2. It overcomes any and all opposition.
3. We receive it and enter by His Word.
Sermon Text: Luke 11:14-28
March 7, 2021
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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Road to Redemption: From Garden to Garden
1. Garden of Eden.
2. Garden of Gethsemane.
3. Garden of Calvary.
Sermon Text: Genesis 3:15-19
March 3, 2021
Preacher: Pastor Ken Mellon
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The Christian’s Greatest Difficulty
Sermon Text Matthew 8:1-4
February 28, 2021
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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Road to Redemption: From Silence to Silence
Sermon Text: Isaiah 42: 1-4
February 24, 2021
Preacher: Pastor Micah Plocher
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Satan’s ‘What-If’s’ Vs. God’s Certainties”
Sermon Text: Matthew 4:1-11
February 21, 2021
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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The Road to Redemption: Lamb to Lamb
Sermon Text: Exodus 12:5-14
February 17, 2021
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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The Father Loves Us
Sermon Text: Mark 1:9-11
February 14, 2021
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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God’s Word Gives Us Strength
Sermon Text: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10
February 7, 2021
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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Would You Serve Such a Master?
1. What happened in the vineyard doesn't seem very fair.
2. But what happened shows that He is truly worthy of our love and devotion!
Sermon Text: Matthew 20: 1-16
January 31, 2021
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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Remember Who We Have in Jesus!
Sermon Text: Matthew 17:1-9
January 24, 2021
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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An Amazing Exchange
1. It's offered by the anointed Savior.
2. Offered to afflicted people.
Sermon Text: Isaiah 61:1-3
January 17, 2021
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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What Do The Wise Men Teach Us about True Worship?
Sermon Text: Matthew 2:1-12
January 10, 2021
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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Do You See the Big Picture?
1. See what God chose to do in the past.
2. See what He does in the present.
3. See what this means for your future.
Sermon Text: Ephesians 1:3-11
January 3, 2021
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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Into the Darkness and Toward the Light
Sermon Text: Isaiah 9:2
December 31, 2020
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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Jesus — Appointed for the Falling and Rising of Many
Sermon Text: Luke 2:34-35
December 27, 2020
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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To US a Child is Born
Sermon Text: Isaiah 9:6
December 25, 2020
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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Let Us Go To Bethlehem
1. Who goes to Bethlehem?
2. What do they find there?
Sermon Text Luke 2:15
December 24, 2020
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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The Savior Is On The Way
1. That’s a comforting message.
2. It’s a message calling for preparation.
3. And, a message for all time!
Sermon Text: Isaiah 40:1-8
December 20, 2020
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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The Forerunner’s Message Still Comes To Us Today
Sermon Text: Luke 3:2b-6
December 13, 2020
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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A Preview of Christ: Samuel the Priest
Sermon Text: 1 Samuel 12:22-24
December 9, 2020
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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Wait On The Lord
1. Wait with patience.
2. Wait with trust.
3. Wait with peace.
Sermon Text: 2 Peter 3:8-14
December 6, 2020
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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A Preview of Christ: Samson the Judge
1. We learn from Samson’s similarities to Jesus.
2. And, we learn also from his dis-similarities to Jesus.
Sermon Text: Judges 13:2-7, 24
December 2, 2020
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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Repentance Fatigue Is Real
Sermon Text: Revelation 3:19-20
November 29, 2020
Preacher: Prof. Nicholas Proksch
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Able to Thank God Even from the Belly of a Fish!
Sermon Text: Jonah 2:1-10
November 25, 2020
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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Always Prepared for the Coming Wedding Feast!
Sermon Text: Matthew 25:1-13
November 22, 2020
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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A Meaningful Compliment
1. Meaningful, because it comes from Christ Himself.
2. And, because it’s true.
3. And, because it’s so needful!
Sermon Text: 12 Thessalonians 1:3-10
November 15, 2020
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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A Prayer for Preparation
1. Provide all we need for our faith.
2. Strengthen our love for others.
3. Increase the holiness of our lives.
Sermon Text: 1 Thessalonians 3:9-13
November 8, 2020
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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Who Are These?...The Saints!
Sermon Text: Revelation 7:7-19
November 1, 2020
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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God Is For Us
1. Why can we say something so bold?
2. Because in His Word God makes known to us His saving mercy in Christ.
Sermon Text: Romans 8:31-34
October 25, 2020
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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Sight for the Blind!
1. All of us share in natural spiritual blindness.
2. Jesus is the Light who takes away the darkness!
Sermon Text: John 9:1-9
October 18, 2020
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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Do You Have the Right Righteousness?
Sermon Text: Romans 10:1-13
October 11, 2020
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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Lessons Learned From Little Ones
Sermon Text: Matthew 18:1-5
October 4, 2020
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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Jesus Leads Us To Believe In Life
1. For He is the Life.
2. And, He shares that life with us.
3. And, He dares us to trust in Him for life.
Sermon Text: John 11:17-27, 38-45
September 27, 2020
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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In an Age of Mammon—Trust in God!
Sermon Text: Matthew 6:24-34
September 20, 2020
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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To Know or Be Known?
1. It’s very important to know about God.
2. But it’s even more important that we are known by God.
Sermon Text: 1 Corinthians 8:1-9
September 13, 2020
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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Those Who Lack Love, Need Jesus
1. Who is my neighbor?
2. We love as Christ loves us!
Sermon Text: Luke 10: 23-27
September 6, 2020
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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He Has Done Everything Well
1. Can we say that of ourselves?
2. It’s a comfort to say that of Jesus!
Sermon Text: Mark 7:31-37
April 30, 2020, Palm Sunday
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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Living with Confidence – Standing on the Gospel
Sermon Text: 1 Corinthians 15:1-10
August 23, 2020
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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How Can We Live In This Place?
1. On our own, we couldn’t dwell with God, for we lack the holiness He demands...
2. But by repentance and faith in Jesus, we are assured of it!
Sermon Text: Jeremiah 7:1-7
August 16, 2020
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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Giving By Memory
1. We give as we remember God’s mercy.
2. We give as we remember God’s generosity.
3. We give as we remember to be thankful.
Sermon Text: Deuteronomy 26:5-10
August 9, 2020
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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Holding to the One True Faith in the Face of False Prophets and Idols
Sermon Text: 1 Kings 18:17-39
August 2, 2020
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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What We Should and Should Not Worry About
Sermon Text: Matthew 16:5-12
July 26, 2020
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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Earning God’s Respect
1. We can’t earn God’s respect for ourselves.
2. His respect for us is a pure gift.
3. By our treatment of others, we demonstrate that we have God’s respect.
Sermon Text: Mark 9:30-37
July 19, 2020
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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The Great Fisherman
1. Jesus is the great Fisherman who goes where the fish are.
2. He draws them to Himself by a miracle.
3. He puts them to work catching others.
Sermon Text: Luke 5:1-11
July 12, 2020
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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We Can Trust that God is Just
Sermon Text: Genesis 50:15-21
July 5, 2020
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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Joy Among the Angels
1. Because the Lord goes looking for the lost.
2. Because He finds those who are lost.
Sermon Text: Luke 15:1-10
June 28, 2020
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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Invited to God’s Banquet!
Sermon Text: Luke 14:16-24
June 21, 2020
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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We’re Rich!
1. Because we’re the chosen children of God.
2. Because we bask in God’s constant grace.
3. Because we possess all things.
Sermon Text: Ephesians 1:3-14
June 14, 2020
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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The Triune God IS LOVE
Sermon Text: 1 John 4:12-16
June 7, 2020
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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God’s Gift and Blessing of the Church
Sermon Text: Luke 1:39-47
May 31, 2020
Preacher: Vicar Jacob Kempfert
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In Preparing for the End…
1. We should be serious about our prayer life.
2. We should be fervent in our love for others.
3. We should be faithful in our management of God’s gifts
Sermon Text: 1 Peter 4:7-11
May 24, 2020
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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The Ascension: Christ’s Solution to the World’s Greatest Problem
Sermon Text: Acts 1:1-11
May 21, 2020
Preacher: Vicar Jacob Kempfert
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Jesus Wants You To Pray And Teaches You How To
Sermon Text: Matthew 6:5-13
May 17, 2020
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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A Blessed Separation
1. Jesus’ departure from His disciples would hurt
2. But it was part of a beautiful plan for our salvation
Sermon Text: John 16:5-15
May 10, 2020
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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Living Resurrected Lives
Sermon Text: 1 Peter 2:11-20
May 3, 2020
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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How well do you imitate your Savior?
1. Not well enough to save ourselves.
2. But well enough to follow Him as sheep of His flock
Sermon Text: 1 Peter 2:21-25
April 26, 2020
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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We Have What Faith Needs: God’s Word
Sermon Text: John 20:24-31
April 19, 2020
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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Our Living Hope in Christ’s Empty Tomb
1. This living hope will experience various trials.
2. But Christ’s empty tomb protects us for eternal salvation.
Sermon Text: I Peter 1:3-12
April 12, 2020
Preacher: Vicar Jacob Kempfert
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The Greatest Battle Ever Fought
1. Jesus’ enemy, Satan, attacked Him relentlessly.
2. The battle ended with our Savior’s victory cry.
Sermon Text: Matthew 27:45-50
April 10, 2020
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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The Word, the Promise, the Passover Prepared for You
Sermon Text: Exodus 12:21-23
April 9, 2020
Preacher: Vicar Jacob Kempfert
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The Arrival of our Qualified Savior
1. Why do we believe that He is the Promised Savior of the World?
2. Why can we trust Him for the welfare of our immortal soul?
Sermon Text: Isaiah 50:4-9
April 5, 2020, Palm Sunday
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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The Son of God Goes Forth To War: Hidden Warriors
Sermon Text: John 11:32-40
April 1, 2020
Preacher: Pastor Dave Linn (St. Paul's Lutheran Church, North Mankato)
Liturgist: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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In Times of Testing and Trial - We Rely on God's Promises
Sermon Text: Genesis 22:1-14
March 29, 2020
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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The Son of God Goes Forth To War: The Warrior Rejected by Many Followers
Sermon Text: John 6:66-68
March 25, 2020
Preacher: Pastor Keith Siverly (St. Mark Lutheran Church, Mankato)
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The Bread of God Gives Life
1. That Bread is Jesus.
2. How may we eat that bread?
Sermon Text: John 6:24-36
March 22, 2020
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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The Reconnaissance Report: Knowing Your Enemy
Sermon Text: Ephesians 6:12
March 18, 2020
Preacher: Pastor Matthew Moldstad
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Behold the Powerful Finger of God at Work in Our Lives
Sermon Text: Luke 11:14-20
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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"The Warrior Faces Satan's Ally - the World"
Sermon Text: John 18:37-38
March 11, 2020
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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Remember the Lord's Help
1. Remember, the Lord sometimes places us in what looks like a hopeless predicament.
2. Remember, He rescues us by His love and power.
Sermon Text: Exodus 14:10-21
March 8, 2020
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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The Son of God Goes Forth to War: Skirmishes.
Sermon Text: Hebrews 4:15
March 4, 2020
Preacher: Vicar Jacob Kempfert
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The Enemy's Battle Plans Laid Bare and Broken by Christ
1. The Tempter overcome by God's Word
2. The slanderer exposed by God's Truth
3. The adversary cast out by Christ's victory
Sermon Text: Matthew 4:1-11
March 1, 2020
Preacher: Vicar Jacob Kempfert
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The Promised Warrior
Sermon Test: Isaiah 42:13
February 26, 2020
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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What Does True Faith See in Jesus
Sermon Text: Luke 18:31-43
February 23, 2020
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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The Gracious Effectiveness of God's Word
1. We are certain of it because of its divine source
2. Because of what it gives
3. And Because of what it accomplishes
Isaiah 55:10-13
February 16, 2020
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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God's Grace Flows from the Rock
Exodus 17:5-6
02/09/2020
Pastor Luke Ulrich
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Arise! Don't be afraid!
1. Our fear is removed by the cross of Jesus
2. Be raised from the dead and fear no more
Sermon Text: Matthew 17:7-8
February 02, 2020
Preacher: Vicar Jacob Kempfert
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Good News at Gaza
1. The Good News is revealed in God's Word
2. It's explained by faithful teachers
3. And sealed and confirmed by the Holy Spirit
Sermon Text: Acts 8:26-40
January 26, 2020
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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We Want Jesus in Our Marriages and Families
Sermon Text: John 2:1-11
January 19, 2020
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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The Search for Jesus
1. Searching for Jesus
2. Finding Jesus
3. Understanding Jesus
Sermon Text: Luke 2:41-52
January 12, 2020
Preacher: Vicar Jacob Kempfert
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Who Will Reign on David's Throne?
1. Not a worldly pretender
2. But only God's anointed Son
Sermon Text: Matthew 2:13-23
January 5, 2020
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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The Importance of Christ’s Circumcision
Sermon Text: Luke 2:21
December 31, 2019
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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The Meaning of Christmas Continues
1. Because we face the same problem
2. Because we need the same solution
Sermon Text: 2 Timothy 1:8-10
December 29, 2019
Preacher: Rev. Professor Nicholas Proksch
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God's Word is Born to Us So That We Are Born of God
Sermon Text: John 1:1-14
December 25, 2019
Preacher: Vicar Jacob Kempfert
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St Paul's Christmas Carol
Sermon Text: 1 Timothy 3:16
December 24, 2019
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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How to Have A Merry Christmas
Sermon Text: Philippians 4:4-7
December 22, 2019
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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Jesus Foretold as Prophet
Sermon Text: Deuteronomy 18:15-19
December 18, 2019
Preacher: Vicar Jacob Kempfert
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Christmas Expectations
Sermon Text: Matthew 11:2-10
December 15, 2019
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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The Coming One is Your King
1. He holds all power to rule the world.
2. He bestows all grace to save the world.
Sermon Text: Psalm 2:1-12
December 11, 2019
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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Enduring with Hope
Mount Olive Lutheran Church
Sermon text: Romans 15:4-5
December 8, 2019
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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Jesus Foretold as Priest
Midweek Advent
December 4, 2019
Preacher: Pastor Luke Ulrich
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The Certain Hope of our Coming King
1. Our hope is a dangerous thing.
2. Scripture's hope is a blessed promise fulfilled.
December 1, 2019
Preacher: Vicar Jacob Kempfert
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A Time for Humble Refelction
November 27, 2019
Preacher: Pastor John Petersen
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Our Loving Lord Gives Us Work to Do