Sermons recorded at Trinity Church.
Trinity Lutheran Church: Lisle, IL
Psalm 129 doesn't ignore pain—it testifies to endurance. We can face hardship without defeat when we trust God's justice.
Psalm 127 teaches us that life without God is empty striving. Our work and rest are both gifts when rooted in trust.
Psalm 126 is a song of laughter and longing, remembering what God has done and trusting He'll do it again. Reflection Question: How has God brought joy into your life, even in hard times?
Even in chaos, we are grounded in God. Psalm 125 paints a picture of His steady, unshakable presence surrounding us like mountains. Reflection Question: What helps you feel secure in your relationship with God?
Worship is a communal celebration, not a solo activity. Psalm 122 reminds us of the joy and strength found in gathering with God's people. Reflection Question: Who in your life helps you grow closer to God?
Psalm 121 invites us to lift our eyes from fear to faith. Our help comes from the Lord—ever-present, ever-watching, never sleeping. Reflection Question: Where in your life do you need to trust God's protection right now?
The journey of faith begins with honesty, not perfection. Psalm 120reminds us that God welcomes us just as we are—even in distress and frustration. Reflection Question: What would it look like to be completely honest with God this week?
The journey of faith begins with honesty, not perfection. Psalm 120reminds us that God welcomes us just as we are—even in distress and frustration. Reflection Question: What would it look like to be completely honest with God this week?
In the church, we often measure maturity by knowledge, leadership, or spiritual gifts. But Jesus redefines the standard: maturity is measured by love. Love that forgives, serves, sacrifices, and seeks reconciliation. In a divided world, the church is called to be a community of relentless love, bearing witness to the One who laid down His life for us. This week is a call to examine our relationships within the body of Christ. Are we loving well? Are we reconciling when wounded? Are we serving without seeking recognition? Discipleship is not lived out in isolation—it's lived in community. And in that community, love must lead the way.
In the church, we often measure maturity by knowledge, leadership, or spiritual gifts. But Jesus redefines the standard: maturity is measured by love. Love that forgives, serves, sacrifices, and seeks reconciliation. In a divided world, the church is called to be a community of relentless love, bearing witness to the One who laid down His life for us. This week is a call to examine our relationships within the body of Christ. Are we loving well? Are we reconciling when wounded? Are we serving without seeking recognition? Discipleship is not lived out in isolation—it's lived in community. And in that community, love must lead the way.
Sometimes growth feels like loss. This week, we explore how God shapes us through hard seasons—not to punish us, but to prepare us for more. Even the fruitful branches get pruned. Could God be growing something deeper in you? Reflection: Have you gone through a season where something was taken away, but in hindsight, it led to growth? What might God be pruning in your life right now?
Sometimes growth feels like loss. This week, we explore how God shapes us through hard seasons—not to punish us, but to prepare us for more. Even the fruitful branches get pruned. Could God be growing something deeper in you? Reflection: Have you gone through a season where something was taken away, but in hindsight, it led to growth? What might God be pruning in your life right now?
Jesus invites us to stay connected to Him, not just believe in Him. In a world driven by hustle and pressure, He offers a better way: abiding. Discover what it means to stay rooted in Christ through every season of life. Text: John 15:1–2, 4–6 Reflection: Where in your life do you feel like you're striving on your own? What would it look like this week to stay connected to Jesus—in your schedule, your stress, and your relationships?
Jesus invites us to stay connected to Him, not just believe in Him. In a world driven by hustle and pressure, He offers a better way: abiding. Discover what it means to stay rooted in Christ through every season of life. Text: John 15:1–2, 4–6 Reflection: Where in your life do you feel like you're striving on your own? What would it look like this week to stay connected to Jesus—in your schedule, your stress, and your relationships?
The journey doesn't stop at the empty tomb. Jesus gives His disciples—and us—a mission: to go, make disciples, and share His love with the world. We are both deeply loved and sent out with purpose. Text: Matthew 28:16-20 Reflection: What steps can you take to live as someone who is both loved and sent?
The journey doesn't stop at the empty tomb. Jesus gives His disciples—and us—a mission: to go, make disciples, and share His love with the world. We are both deeply loved and sent out with purpose. Text: Matthew 28:16-20 Reflection: What steps can you take to live as someone who is both loved and sent?
What seemed like the end was only the beginning. The tomb is empty, Jesus is alive, and everything has changed! The resurrection is the ultimate victory, proving that redemption is real, and new life is possible. Text: Matthew 28:1-15 Reflection: How does the reality of the resurrection shape your faith and your future?
What seemed like the end was only the beginning. The tomb is empty, Jesus is alive, and everything has changed! The resurrection is the ultimate victory, proving that redemption is real, and new life is possible. Text: Matthew 28:1-15 Reflection: How does the reality of the resurrection shape your faith and your future?
Matthew 21:1-17 Jesus finally arrives in Jerusalem, but not in the way people expected. Instead of coming as a conquering king, He rides in on a donkey, fulfilling prophecy and revealing the true nature of His mission. Reflection: Where in your life might you be expecting Jesus to show up one way, but He is doing something different?
Matthew 21:1-17 Jesus finally arrives in Jerusalem, but not in the way people expected. Instead of coming as a conquering king, He rides in on a donkey, fulfilling prophecy and revealing the true nature of His mission. Reflection: Where in your life might you be expecting Jesus to show up one way, but He is doing something different?
As Jesus nears the end of His journey, He speaks about the future—what is still to come and how we should live in the meantime. This passage reminds us that our journey isn't just about today but also about eternity. Reflection: How does knowing the destination shape the way you live now?
As Jesus nears the end of His journey, He speaks about the future—what is still to come and how we should live in the meantime. This passage reminds us that our journey isn't just about today but also about eternity. Reflection: How does knowing the destination shape the way you live now?
What does it mean to be great in God's Kingdom? Jesus challenges our assumptions about power, position, and success. He flips our expectations upside down and invites us to serve rather than be served. Reflection: How do you define greatness? How does Jesus' teaching reshape that definition?
What does it mean to be great in God's Kingdom? Jesus challenges our assumptions about power, position, and success. He flips our expectations upside down and invites us to serve rather than be served. Reflection: How do you define greatness? How does Jesus' teaching reshape that definition?
Jesus teaches in parables—stories with deep truths—to help us understand what God's Kingdom is like. This week, we'll explore these stories and why people respond so differently to Jesus' message. Reflection: What kind of soil is your heart? Are you open to what God wants to plant in your life?
Jesus teaches in parables—stories with deep truths—to help us understand what God's Kingdom is like. This week, we'll explore these stories and why people respond so differently to Jesus' message. Reflection: What kind of soil is your heart? Are you open to what God wants to plant in your life?
Following Jesus comes with a cost. In His second major teaching block, Jesus prepares His disciples for the challenges ahead. He reminds them (and us) that the road of discipleship isn't easy, but it is worth it. Reflection: What sacrifices have you made—or need to make—to follow Jesus more fully?
Following Jesus comes with a cost. In His second major teaching block, Jesus prepares His disciples for the challenges ahead. He reminds them (and us) that the road of discipleship isn't easy, but it is worth it. Reflection: What sacrifices have you made—or need to make—to follow Jesus more fully?
Not all journeys go as planned. This week, we see Jesus take a divine detour to encounter an unexpected individual—a Roman centurion. Through this encounter, we learn a powerful lesson about faith, humility, and trusting in God's authority. Reflection: How has God used unexpected detours in your life to deepen your faith? Matthew 8:5-17
Not all journeys go as planned. This week, we see Jesus take a divine detour to encounter an unexpected individual—a Roman centurion. Through this encounter, we learn a powerful lesson about faith, humility, and trusting in God's authority. Reflection: How has God used unexpected detours in your life to deepen your faith? Matthew 8:5-17
What foundation are you building your life on? In A Discerning Life, we explore Jesus' teaching in Matthew 7:13-29, where He challenges us to choose the narrow path and build our lives on His unshakable truth. Join us as we learn how to recognize what is truly lasting and align our lives with God's wisdom.
What foundation are you building your life on? In A Discerning Life, we explore Jesus' teaching in Matthew 7:13-29, where He challenges us to choose the narrow path and build our lives on His unshakable truth. Join us as we learn how to recognize what is truly lasting and align our lives with God's wisdom.
In a world that glorifies self-sufficiency, Jesus invites us into something radically different—a life of dependence on God. In this episode of A Life Worth Living, we explore Matthew 7:1-12, where Jesus challenges us to rethink how we judge others, how we seek God, and how we treat the people around us.
In a world that glorifies self-sufficiency, Jesus invites us into something radically different—a life of dependence on God. In this episode of A Life Worth Living, we explore Matthew 7:1-12, where Jesus challenges us to rethink how we judge others, how we seek God, and how we treat the people around us.
Faith isn't a performance. Jesus shows us that generosity, prayer, and fasting are about building a genuine relationship with God, not seeking others' approval. (Matthew 6:1-7, 16-18)
Faith isn't a performance. Jesus shows us that generosity, prayer, and fasting are about building a genuine relationship with God, not seeking others' approval. (Matthew 6:1-7, 16-18)
How do we love others—even those we disagree with? Jesus teaches us to approach relationships with integrity, generosity, and grace. (Matthew 5:31-48)
How do we love others—even those we disagree with? Jesus teaches us to approach relationships with integrity, generosity, and grace. (Matthew 5:31-48)
Jesus calls us to a deeper righteousness—one that transforms our hearts and how we see others, addressing issues like anger and lust. (Matthew 5:17-30
Jesus calls us to a deeper righteousness—one that transforms our hearts and how we see others, addressing issues like anger and lust. (Matthew 5:17-30
What does it mean to be truly blessed? Jesus redefines “blessed” as a life fully dependent on God, where true satisfaction is found.
What does it mean to be truly blessed? Jesus redefines “blessed” as a life fully dependent on God, where true satisfaction is found.
The birth of Jesus brings light into the darkest places, offering hope and guidance to a world in need. This week, we'll explore how Christ's light not only transforms our lives but also calls us to reflect His love and truth to others.
The birth of Jesus brings light into the darkest places, offering hope and guidance to a world in need. This week, we'll explore how Christ's light not only transforms our lives but also calls us to reflect His love and truth to others.
In a world filled with brokenness, Jesus came to bring healing and restoration. His purpose was clear: to save us from sin and restore our relationship with God. This week, we'll discover how the promise of a Savior changes everything, offering hope and redemption for all people.
In a world filled with brokenness, Jesus came to bring healing and restoration. His purpose was clear: to save us from sin and restore our relationship with God. This week, we'll discover how the promise of a Savior changes everything, offering hope and redemption for all people.
The story of Jesus begins with a genealogy—a reminder that God's promises are deeply rooted in real people and real history. This week, we'll discover how Jesus invites us into a new family, one shaped by grace and the fulfillment of God's eternal plan.
The story of Jesus begins with a genealogy—a reminder that God's promises are deeply rooted in real people and real history. This week, we'll discover how Jesus invites us into a new family, one shaped by grace and the fulfillment of God's eternal plan.
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