Grace Lutheran Tucson Sermons

Holy Trinity Sunday, June 15, 2025 Our Worship Series: Undivided Attention. This Sunday's Message: The Majesty and Mystery of Our God.First Lesson: Numbers 6:22-27.Second Lesson: Romans 5:1-5.Gospel: John 16: 12-15Sermon Text: Romans 5:1-5. The Three-in-One God Gives You Three Incredible GiftsPastor Ron Koehler

Pentecost, June 8, 2025 Our Worship Series: Because He Lives. This Sunday's Message: Christ Sends Us His SpiritFirst Lesson: Genesis 11:1-9.Second Lesson: Acts 2:1-21.Gospel: John 14:23-27Sermon Text: Acts 2:1-21. God Pours Out His SpiritPastor Nate Kassulke

The Ascension of our LORD, June 1, 2025 Our Worship Series: Because He Lives. This Sunday's Message: He Reigns over Everything for the Benefit of His Church.First Lesson: Acts 1:1-11.Second Lesson: Revelation 19:1-16.Gospel: Luke 24:44-53Sermon Text: Revelation 19:1-16. An Open Heaven Reveals the Ascended LordPastor Ron Koehler

Sixth Sunday of Easter, May 25, 2025 Our Worship Series: Because He Lives. This week's message: We Have Deep and Lasting JoyFirst Lesson: Acts 14:8-22.Second Lesson: Revelation 21:21-27.Gospel and Sermon Text: John 16:16-24. No One Will Take Your Joy AwayPastor Nate Kassulke

Fifth Sunday of Easter, May 18, 2025 Our Worship Series: Because He Lives. This week's message: We Live Lives of Lavish Love.First Lesson: Acts 11:1-18.Second Lesson: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13.Gospel and Sermon Text: John 13:31-35. Carry Our Christ's New Command.Pastor Nate Kassulke

Fourth Sunday of Easter, Good Shepherd Sunday: May 11, 2025 Our Worship Series: Because He Lives. This week's message: We Know Jesus is Trustworthy and True.First Lesson: Acts 13:15-16, 26-39.Second Lesson: Revelation 7:9-17.Gospel and Sermon Text: John 10:22-30. Listen and Trust.Pastor Ron Koehler

Third Sunday of Easter, Youth Confirmation: April 27, 2025 Our Worship Series: Because He Lives. This week's message: We Can See Things ClearlyFirst Lesson: Acts 9:1-22.Second Lesson: Revelation 5:11-14Gospel: John 21: 1-14.Sermon Text: Revelation 5:11-14. Spiritual Sight Produces Praise.Pastor Nate Kassulke

Second Sunday of Easter, April 27, 2025 Our Worship Series: Because He Lives. This week's message: We Have a Meaningful MessageFirst Lesson: Acts 5:12-, 17-32.Second Lesson: Revelation 1:4-18Gospel: John 20:19=31.Sermon Text: Acts 5:12, 17-32. We Have a Meaningful Mission and Message.Pastor Ron Koehler

Easter Festival Service, April 20, 2025 First Lesson: Isaiah 25:6-9Second Lesson: 1 Corinthians 15:51-57Gospel: Luke 24:1-12Sermon Text: 1 Corinthians 15:51-57Pastor Ron Koehler

Good Friday Service, April 18, 2025 Message: Restored by His Sacrifice. Psalm 51Sacrifice Promised. Psalm 22Sacrifice Prophesied. Isaiah 52:13-53:12Sacrifice for Us. Galatians 3:10-13Sacrifice Offered. John 19:17-24Sacrifice Completed. John 19:25-30Sacrifice Fulfilled. John 19:31-37Sacrifice Honored. John 19:38-42Pastor Nate Kassulke

Holy Thursday Service, April 17, 2025 First Reading: Jeremiah 31:31-34Psalm 116Second Reading: Hebrews 10:15-25Gospel: Luke 22:7-20Sermon Text: Psalm 51:10-13Pastor Ron Koehler

Palm Sunday Service, April 13, 2025 The Passion (suffering) of our Savior, Jesus. The entrance of Jesus into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday begins the account of Jesus' Passion.First Reading: Luke 19:28-44. Jesus Entry into JerusalemSecond Reading: Luke 22:1-38. Plot, Passover, and the Lord's SupperThird Reading: Luke 22:39-54. GethsemaneFourth Reading: Luke 22:54-71. Denial and TrialFifth Reading: Luke 23:1-25. Pontius PilateFinal Reading: Luke 23:26-56. Crucifixion, Death, and BurialPastor Ron Koehler

Sixth Midweek Lenten Service, April 9, 2025 This Lenten season, the theme for our midweek services is “Reflections on Repentance.” First Reading: Psalm 32.Passion History According to St. Luke's Gospel: Luke 23:26-56.Sermon Text: Psalm 51: 8-9. Removing Our Guilt.Pastor Ryan Heiman

The Fifth Sunday in Lent, April 6, 2025 Our Sunday Lenten Series: Open Door Policies: God's surprising strategies for getting sinners back home.. Our Theme for Today: Hiding Treasure in the Trash.First Reading: Isaiah 43:16-21.Second Reading: Philippians 3:4-14.Gospel: Luke 20: 9-19.Sermon Text: Philippians 3:4-14. Knowing Christ is Worth Far More.Pastor Nate Kassulke

Fifth Midweek Lenten Service, April 2, 2025 This Lenten season, the theme for our midweek services is “Reflections on Repentance.” First Reading: Psalm 30.Passion History According to St. Luke's Gospel: Luke 23:1-25.Sermon Text: Psalm 51: 7. Relying on God's Grace.Vicar Noah Nordlie

The Fourth Sunday in Lent, March 30, 2025 Our Sunday Lenten Series: Open Door Policies: God's surprising strategies for getting sinners back home.. Our Theme for Today: Grace Instead of Condemnation.First Reading: Isaiah 12:1-6.Second Reading: Romans 8:1-10.Gospel: Luke 15:1-3, 11-32Sermon Text: Romans 8:1-10 We Get Grace Instead of Condemnation.Pastor Ron Koehler

Fourth Midweek Lenten Service, March 26, 2025 This Lenten season, the theme for our midweek services is “Reflections on Repentance.” First Reading: Psalm 119.Passion History According to St. Luke's Gospel: Luke 22:54-71.Sermon Text: Psalm 51: 6. Remembering God's Perfect Demands.Pastor David Parsons

The Third Sunday in Lent, March 23, 2025 Our Sunday Lenten Series: Open Door Policies: God's surprising strategies for getting sinners back home.. Our Theme for Today: Always Present, Always Patient.First Reading: Exodus 3:1-15.Second Reading: 1 Corinthians 10:1-13.Gospel and Sermon Text: Luke 13:1-9. Bear Fruit of Repentance.Pastor Nate Kassulke

Third Midweek Lenten Service, March 19, 2025 This Lenten season, the theme for our midweek services is “Reflections on Repentance.” First Reading: Psalm 51.Passion History According to St. Luke's Gospel: Luke 22:39-54.Sermon Text: Psalm 51: 5-6. Revealing Our Sinful Nature.Pastor Seth Scheuerlein

The Second Sunday in Lent, March 16, 2025 Our Sunday Lenten Series: Open Door Policies: God's surprising strategies for getting sinners back home.. Our Theme for Today: The door to God and the glory he has prepared for us stands wide open. It is a very specific pathway to that door, no detours allowed..First Reading: Jeremiah 26:8-15.Second Reading: Philippians 3:17-4:11.Gospel: Luke 13:31-35.Sermon Text: Philippians 3:17-4:11. Walk This World as a Citizen of Heaven.Pastor Nate Kassulke

Second Midweek Lenten Service, March 12, 2025 This Lenten season, the theme for our midweek services is “Reflections on Repentance.” First Reading: Psalm 25.Passion History According to St. Luke's Gospel: Luke 22:1-38 .Sermon Text: Psalm 51: 3-4. Recognizing Against Whom We Sin.Pastor Nate Kassulke

Transfiguration Sunday, March 2, 2025 Our Sunday Lenten Series: Open Door Policies: God's surprising strategies for getting sinners back home.. Our Theme for Today: One stands; Everyone else sits. This week we see one man, Jesus Christ, stand against Satan. Christ fought the battle against Satan as one of us and he won that battle for all of us.First Reading: 1 Samuel 17: 4-11, 32-40, 45-49.Second Reading: Hebrews 4:14-16.Gospel: Luke 4:1-13.Sermon Text: 1 Samuel 17: 4-11, 32-40, 45-49. The Battle Belongs to the LORD.Pastor Nate Kassulke

Ash Wednesday, March 5, 2025 Ash Wednesday begins the season of Lent. Ashes were used by God's people to show repentance. The day derives its name from the practice of repentant people receiving ashes on their forehead. This practice goes back to at least the 8th century A.D.First Reading: 2 Samuel 12:1-13.Second Reading: 2 Corinthians 5:20-6:2.Psalm 130Gospel: Luke 18:9-14.Sermon Text: Psalm 51: Heading, 1-2. Realizing Our Need for RepentancePastor Ron Koehler

Transfiguration Sunday, March 2, 2025 Our Epiphany Series: Epiphany is the season we celebrate when Jesus revealed his reason for coming. Today's focus: Glory is Hidden in order to be Revealed.First Reading: Exodus 34: 29-35.Second Reading: 2 Corinthians 3:7-18.Gospel and Sermon Text: Luke 9:28-36. A Day of Great ChangePastor Ron Koehler

The Seventh Sunday after Epiphany, February 23, 2025 Our Epiphany Series: Epiphany is the season we celebrate when Jesus revealed his reason for coming. Today's focus: Love Your Enemies, Overcoming Evil with Good.First Reading: Genesis 45:3-15.Second Reading: Romans 12:14-21.Gospel and Sermon Text: Luke 6:27-38. Jesus' Golden Rule for Christians.Pastor Nate Kassulke

The Sixth Sunday after Epiphany, February 16, 2025 Our Epiphany Series: Epiphany is the season we celebrate when Jesus revealed his reason for coming. Today's focus: Blessings Are Cursed; Curses Are Blessed..First Reading: Jeremiah 17:5-8.Second Reading: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10.Gospel: Luke 6:17-26 Sermon Text: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10. God's Grace is Enough.Pastor Ron Koehler

The Fifth Sunday after Epiphany, February 9, 2025 Our Epiphany Series: Epiphany is the season we celebrate when Jesus revealed his reason for coming. Today's focus: The Least Qualified Are the First Sent.First Reading: Isaiah 6:1-8.Second Reading: Romans 10:12-17.Gospel and Sermon Text: Luke 5:1-11. Let Down Your Nets for a CatchPastor Nate Kassulke

The Fourth Sunday after Epiphany, February 2, 2025 Our Epiphany Series: Epiphany is the season we celebrate when Jesus revealed his reason for coming. Today's focus: Popularity is not Proof of Success.First Reading: Jeremiah 1:4-10.Second Reading: 2 Timothy 3:14-4:5.Gospel: Luke 4:38-44Sermon Text: 2 Timothy 3:14-4:5 What Does Sucess Look Like in God's Kingdom?Pastor Ron Koehler

The Second Sunday after Epiphany, January 19, 2025 Our Epiphany Series: Epiphany is the season we celebrate when Jesus revealed his reason for coming. Today's focus: God Delivers More than We Ask, Not Less.First Reading: Isaiah 62:1-5.Second Reading: Ephesians 3:14-21Gospel and Sermon Text: John 2:1-11. The Generous Jesus.He's interested in your life in this world.He's interested in your life after this world.Pastor Ron Koehler

The First Sunday after Epiphany, January 12, 2025 Our Epiphany Series: Epiphany is the season we celebrate when Jesus revealed his reason for coming. Today's focus: Baptism is the cure for an identity crisis.First Reading: 1 Samuel 16: 1-18.Second Reading: Titus 3:4-7.Gospel and Sermon Text: Luke 3: 15-17, 21-22. Jesus' Baptism Revealed His Identity as the Promised Messiah.Pastor Ron Koehler

The Epiphany of our Lord, January 5, 2025 Our Christmas Series: The Gift of God. This service: The gift of God is for all people.First Reading: 1 Kings 10:1-9.Second Reading: Acts 13:46-49.Gospel: Matthew 2:1-12.Sermon Text: 1 Kings 10: 1-9. See How the LORD loves IsraelPastor Nate Kassulke

New Year's Eve Service, December 31, 2024 First Reading: Isaiah 40: 27-31.Second Reading: Philippians 3: 12-20.Gospel: Matthew 6: 25-34Sermon Text: Exodus 14: 13-15, It's Time to Move On..Pastor Ron Koehler

First Sunday after Christmas, December 29, 2024 Our Christmas Series: The Gift of God. This service: God Gives Both Substitute and Sacrifice.First Reading: Isaiah 50:4-9.Second Reading: Hebrews 2:10-18.Gospel and Sermon Text: Luke 2:41-52, Be Amazed by Your Twelve Year-Old Savior.Pastor Nate Kassulke

Christmas Day, December 25, 2024 Our Christmas Series: The Gift of God. This service: God Gives Himself as One of Us.First Reading, Devotion and Prayer: Exodus 33:18-23; 34:5-7. God's Glory Requires Hime to Give Himself as One of Us.Second Reading, Devotion, and Prayer: John 1:1-18: God Gave Himself as One of Us.Third Reading, Devotion, and Prayer: Romas 8:31-32: God's Giving of Himself Proves His Love to Give Us Even More.Pastor Ron Koehler

Christmas Eve, December 24, 2024 Our Christmas Series: The Gift of God. This service: God Gives Heaven's Best Gift in Earth's Unlikeliest Place.First Reading: Isaiah 9:2-7.Second Reading: 1 John 4:9-14Gospel and Sermon Text: Luke 2:1-20. An Unexpected Home for ChristmasPastor Nate Kassulke

The Fourth Sunday in Advent, December 22, 2024 Our Sunday Advent Worship Series: A Real Christmas. This Sunday: A Real Christmas Will Lift Up the Lowly.First Reading: Micah 5:2-5.Second Reading: Hebrews 10:5-10.Gospel and Sermon Text: Luke 1:39-55. Let Humble Mary Show You How to Celebrate ChristmasPastor Ron Koehler

The Third Midweek Advent Service, Wednesday, December 18, 2024 Our Worship Series - Christmas TreesFirst Reading: Genesis 3:16-24.Psalm 27.Second Reading: John 20:30-31.Sermon: Revelation 22:1-5. The Tree of Life Pastor Ryan Heiman

The Third Sunday in Advent, December 15, 2024 Our Sunday Advent Worship Series: A Real Christmas. This Sunday: A Real Christmas Results in Great Joy.First Reading: Zephaniah 3:14-17.Second Reading: Philippians 4:4-7.Gospel and Sermon Text: Luke 3:7-18.Pastor Nate Kassulke

The Second Midweek Advent Service, Wednesday, December 11, 2024 Our Worship Series - Christmas TreesFirst Reading: 1 Samuel 16:1-13.Psalm 73.Second Reading: Matthew 1:1-17.Sermon: Isaiah 11:1-10. The Tree of Promise Vicar Noah Nordlie

The Second Sunday in Advent, December 8, 2024 Our Sunday Advent Worship Series: A Real Christmas. This Sunday: A Real Christmas Is Rooted in Repentance.First Reading: Malachi 3:1-7Second Reading: Philippians 1:3-11.Gospel and Sermon Text: Luke 3:1-6.Pastor Ron Koehler

The First Midweek Advent Service, Wednesday, December 4, 2024 Our Worship Series - Christmas TreesFirst Reading: Galatians 3:7-13.Psalm 1.Second Reading: Matthew 3:4-10.Sermon: Genesis 3:1-15. The Tree of Rebellion Pastor Nate Kassulke

The First Sunday in Advent, December 1, 2024 Our Worship Series - A Real Christmas. Advent prepares our minds and hearts so that we might soon celebrate a real Christmas. Our theme for today: A real Christmas requires remembering why Christ came.First Reading: Jeremiah 33:14-16.Second Reading: 1 Thessalonians 3:9-13.Gospel: Luke 19:28-40.Sermon: 1 Thessalonians 3:9-13. Our Earnest Advent Prayer for You Pastor Nate Kassulke

Thanksgiving Eve Service, November 27, 2024 First Reading: Genesis 8:18-22.Second Reading: James 1:16-18.Gospel: Luke 19:1-10.Sermon: Psalm 100, A Thanksgiving Recipe Pastor Ron Koehler

The Last Sunday of the Church Year, November 24, 2024 LIVE LIKE YOU'LL LIVE FOREVER. If you really thought it was your last day, that belief would shape how you lived that day. The theme for today's service: Live with Your Eyes on the Skies.First Reading: Isaiah 51:4-6.Second Reading: Jude 20-25.Gospel and Sermon Text: Mark 13:26-37. Learn! Be on Your Guard! Be Alert! Watch! Guest Pastor Dan Lindner, WELS Campus Ministry Mission Counselor

Twenty-sixth Sunday After Pentecost, November 17, 2024 LIVE LIKE YOU'LL LIVE FOREVER. If you really thought it was your last day, that belief would shape how you lived that day. The theme for today's service: Live Free from the Fear of Judgment.First Reading: Daniel 12:1-3.Second Reading: Hebrews 9:24-28.Gospel: John 5:25-29.Sermon: Hebrews 9:24-28. Christ's Appearances Do Not Deceive Pastor Nate Kassulke

Twenty-fifth Sunday After Pentecost, November 10, 2024 LIVE LIKE YOU'LL LIVE FOREVER. If you really thought it was your last day, that belief would shape how you lived that day. The theme for today's service: Live a Life of Startling Generosity.First Reading: 1 Kings 17:8-16.Second Reading: 2 Corinthians 8:1-9.Gospel and Sermon Text: Mark 2:38-44. A Couple of Coin in a Courtyard Classroom Pastor Ron Koehler

All Saints' Day, November 3, 2024 LIVE LIKE YOU'LL LIVE FOREVER. If you really thought it was your last day, that belief would shape how you lived that day. The theme for today's service: Live a Knowing Life Only Gets Better.First Reading: Isaiah 25:4-6.Second Reading: Revelation 20:4-6.Gospel: John 11:32-44.Sermon Text: Isaiah 25:4-6: Saints Rejoice on the Mountain of the Lord. Pastor Nate Kassulke

October 27, 2024 Reformation Service. The heart of the Gospel is the forgiveness of sins, purchased and won for us through the innocent death of Jesus Christ. On October 31, 1517, Martin Luther nailed 95 statements for debate on the door of the Castle Church in Wittenberg, German. This is the 507th anniversary of the beginning of the Lutheran Reformation.First Reading: Joshua 1:1-9.Second Reading: 1 Thessalonians 3:16-18.Gospel: John 15:1-17.Sermon Text: Psalm 46. Pastor Joel Heckendorf, President of the Arizona-California District

The Festival of Reformation, October 27, 2024 LIVE LIKE YOU'LL LIVE FOREVER. If you really thought it was your last day, that belief would shape how you lived that day. The theme for today's service: Live a Life of Courageous WitnessFirst Reading: Daniel 3:16-28.Second Reading: Revelation 14:6-7.Gospel: Mark 13:5-11.Sermon Text: Daiel 3:16-28. God Gives Us the Power to Stand. Pastor Nate Kassulke

Twenty Second Sunday After Pentecost, October 20, 2024 THE NEED FOR FOLLOWERSHIP: In this series, we ask Christ to empower us with his Spirit so that we might better follow his lead. Our theme for this Sunday: : Followers of Christ Make Selfless Sacrifices.First Reading: Isaiah 53:10-12.Second Reading: 1 Corinthians 9:7-12, 19-23.Gospel: Mark 10:32-45.Sermon Text: 1 Corinthians 9:7-12, 19-23. Do You Share Paul's Wining Attitude? Pastor Ron Koehler

Twenty First Sunday After Pentecost, October 13, 2024 THE NEED FOR FOLLOWERSHIP: In this series, we ask Christ to empower us with his Spirit so that we might better follow his lead. Our theme for this Sunday: : Followers of Christ Maintain Proper Priorities.First Reading: 2 Kings 5:14-27.Second Reading: Hebrews 4:12-13.Gospel and Sermon Text: Mark 10:17-27. Followers of Christ Have Their Priorities Straight. Pastor Ron Koehler