Morning Drive with Saint Luke Lutheran Church

Pastor Matt reminds us that God loves us whether we like it or not. We don’t have any say in the matter; He loves us! This week's Scripture: Psalm 121, Romans 4:1-5, 13-17, John 3:1-17Subscribe on iTunes

Special guest, Rev. John Haugen PhD reminds us that the struggle between good and evil rages both in and around us. This week's Scripture: Genesis 2:15-17, 3:1-7, Psalm 32, Matthew 4:1-11Subscribe on iTunes

Special guest, Pastor Maggie Ainslee reminds us that God does not only come with us in the mountain top moments, but also is with us in all of the ordinary parts of life. This week's Scripture: Exodus 24:12-18, Matthew 17:1-9Subscribe on iTunes

Following Jesus holds the power to turn the world around. While it is not perfect, Pastor Matt reminds us that this moment in history is our time to follow Jesus & we are equipped to do so.This week's Scripture: Leviticus 19:1-2, 9-18, 1 Corinthians 3:10-11, 16-23, Matthew 5:38-48Subscribe on iTunes

Pastor Mary shares her reflections on light and our role as the light of the world. This week's Scripture: Isaiah 58:1-9a, Matthew 5:13-20Subscribe on iTunes

We live in a world that wants to look #blessed, but Jesus wants you to actually be blessed and to live in the Good News of God’s grace. This week's Scripture: Micah 6:6-8, 1 Corinthians 1:27-31, Matthew 5:1-12Subscribe on iTunes

Vicar Debbie Gordon reminds us that we may never know the influence we have on others. We can bring Jesus to those around us by inviting them to come and see Him.This week's Scripture: Psalm 40:1-11, John 1:29-42Subscribe on iTunes

In a digital world, analog has started to mean things that are “real” and as human beings we are wired to experience tangible connection. Pastor Matt reminds us that we are called to an analog faith!This week's Scripture: Isaiah 42:1-9, Acts 10:34-43, Matthew 3:13-17Subscribe on iTunes

Saint Luke member, Amanda Heintzelman asks us some big questions as we start 2020. What themes will orient our lives? Who is Jesus to us and how does He change our daily life? Who might you become this year?This week's Scripture: Jeremiah 31:7-14, Ephesians 1:3-14, John 1:1-18Subscribe on iTunes

Pastor Matt reminds us that even though we are not there yet, Advent dares us to pay attention to what God is doing in the world already. This week's Scripture: Isaiah 35:1-10, James 5:7-10, Matthew 11:2-11Subscribe on iTunes

Do you want change? We all want change but changing requires us to commit parts of our lives. Pastor Mary reminds us to make time for God to inhabit our lives in the areas that need change. This week's Scripture: Isaiah 11:1-10, Romans 15:4-13, Matthew 3:1-12Subscribe on iTunes

Pastor Matt reminds us that during Advent we look forward to God coming into our world, but we are not just remembering that Jesus came as a baby in a manger, but we await His promised return. This week's Scripture: Romans 13:11-14, Isaiah 2:1-5, Matthew 24:36-44Subscribe on iTunes

Vicar Debbie Gordon reminds us that Jesus came to earth to save us. With that in mind, we can find comfort knowing that it is never too late to get right with God.This week's Scripture: Psalm 98, Luke 21:5-19Subscribe on iTunes

Special guest, Dr. Karl Krueger reminds us that we are entering a time of change seasonally, but change is all around us. However, in the midst of change, we have a constant we can trust.This week's Scripture: Psalm 98, Luke 21:5-19Subscribe on iTunes

There are many questions we likely have that may never be answered during our lifetime. Pastor Mary helps us think through what are we supposed to do while we wait.This week's Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:1-5, 13-17, Luke 20:27-38Subscribe on iTunes

Pastor Matt reflects on All Saints Sunday as he helps us remember how much the lives of saints mean to us all.This week's Scripture: Ephesians 1:11-23, Luke 6:20-31Subscribe on iTunes

Special guest, Dr. William Flippin, Jr. reminds us that God gave us freedom and wants us to have life abundantly. When we look in the mirror, we see a sinner saved by grace. This week's Scripture: Jeremiah 31:31-34, Romans 3:19-28Subscribe on iTunes

Justice can often feel just out of reach. Pastor Sue understands that losing hope is a terrifying experience, but we do not need to lose heart. Prayer is the way God’s future takes root in us.This week's Scripture: Psalm 121, 2 Timothy 3:14-4:5, Luke 18:1-8Subscribe on iTunes

We were not meant to do it alone. Pastor Matt reminds us that God created us to journey together, shoulder to shoulder. This week's Scripture: Psalm 111, 2 Timothy 2:8-15, Luke 17:11-19Subscribe on iTunes

Years ago a man named Habakkuk prayed, asking God how long? We too wonder, but as we wait, Pastor Matt reminds us that we can rejoice because God is already on the move.This week's Scripture: Habakkuk 1:1-4, 2:1-4, Psalm 37:1-9, Luke 17:5-10Subscribe on iTunes

Do you believe in angels? Pastor Sue helps us wrestle with this question and consider how they are interacting in our lives and helping us hold on to the things of God.This week's Scripture: Psalm 103:1-5, 20-22, Revelation 12:7-12, Luke 10:17-20Subscribe on iTunes

Pastor Matt reminds us that Jesus is always wasting God’s mercy on the “wrong” people.This week's Scripture: Amos 8:4-7, 1 Timothy 2:1-7, Luke 16:1-13Subscribe on iTunes

Pastor Sue reminds us that as we get lost, God finds us time and time again.This week's Scripture: Deuteronomy 30:15-20, 1 Timothy 1:12-17, Luke 15:1-10Subscribe on iTunes

Pastor Matt teaches us that we can navigate anything that comes our way, with Jesus by our side.This week's Scripture: Deuteronomy 30:15-20, Psalm 1, Luke 14:25-33Subscribe on iTunes

Pastor Matt reminds us that we are called to extend Jesus’ welcome to everyone, no exceptions.This week's Scripture: Proverbs 25:6-7, Hebrews 13:1-8, 15-16, Luke 14:1, 7-14.Subscribe on iTunes

Pastor Mary Konopka teaches us that we all have the opportunity to receive God’s healing, and to extend it to one another. This week's Scripture: Isaiah 58:9b-14, Hebrews 12:18-29, Luke 13:10-17Subscribe on iTunes

Pastor Sue shares a moving story that helps us see family in a new way. This week's Scripture: Jeremiah 23:23-29, Hebrews 11:29-12:2, Luke 12:49-56Subscribe on iTunes

Pastor Matt reminds us that rather than living in fear, we can live a life of faith.This week's Scripture: Genesis 15:1-6, Hebrews 11:1-3, 8-16, Luke 12:32-40Subscribe on iTunes

How much is enough? We often think we need just a little more, but Pastor Sue suggests that we don’t need more stuff. Perhaps we need a larger purpose.This week's Scripture: Ecclesiastes 1:2, 12-14, 2:18-23, Luke 12:13-21Subscribe on iTunes

Pastor Matt reminds us that big or small, when we pray we are invited to place our needs before God. As we let go, we encounter the power of prayer. This week's Scripture: Genesis 18:20-32, Colossians 2:6-15, Luke 11:1-13Subscribe on iTunes

What would it be like if Jesus knocked on your door like he did Mary & Martha’s? Pastor Sue reminds us that Jesus is knocking because he loves you. This week's Scripture: Genesis 18:1-10a, Colossians 1:15-28, Luke 10:38-42Subscribe on iTunes

Jesus tells us to love our neighbor, but who counts as our neighbor? Pastor Matt leads us to the discovery that God’s definition is bigger than we imagined.This week's Scripture: Deuteronomy 30:9-14, Colossians 1:1-14, Luke 10:25-37Subscribe on iTunes

Pastor Matt reminds us that God wants to change this world, but He refuses to change this world without us. This week's Scripture: Isaiah 6:10-14, Galatians 6:1-16, Luke 10:1-11, 16-20Subscribe on iTunes

Pastor Sue reminds us that just because someone is different it does not make them less than. Jesus can change our hearts and redeem us.This week's Scripture: 1 Kings 19:15-1, 19-21, Galatians 5:1, 13-25, Luke 9:51-62Subscribe on iTunes

In this week’s Gospel, Jesus changes the life of a broken, lonely, tormented man living among the dead in the tombs. Pastor Sue asks, “If Jesus goes so far out of his way to help this one man, what will keep him from seeking you out?”This week's Scripture: Isaiah 65:1-9, Galatians 3:23-29, Luke 8:2-39Subscribe on iTunes

Pastor Matt reminds us that any limits God has placed are far broader than the boxes we often find ourselves stuffed into. This week's Scripture: Proverbs 8:1-4, 22-31, Romans 5:1-5Subscribe on iTunes

Pastor Matt encourages us to take a leap of faith and let God’s holy spirit lead you. This week's Scripture: Acts 2:1-21, John 14:8-17, 25-27Subscribe on iTunes

Longing for more peace in your life? Pastor Sue reminds us of Jesus’ promise to each one of us. This week's Scripture: Acts 16:9-15, Revelation 21:10, 22:1-22:5, John 14:23-29Subscribe on iTunes

Pastor Matt reminds us that our life can be an intersection of God’s love and our world. This week's Scripture: Acts 9:36-43, Psalm 23, John 10:22-30.Subscribe on iTunes

Pastor Matt shares about forgiveness this week. Forgiving isn’t about forgetting. Forgiving is about remembering and choosing to love.This week's Scripture: Acts 9:1-20, John 21:1-19Subscribe on iTunes

Pastor Sue reminds us that Jesus comes to us offering us peace, power, and purpose. These gifts move us from celebrating Easter to living it!This week's Scripture: Psalm 118:14-29, Revelation 1:4-8, John 20:19-31Subscribe on iTunes

Pastor Matt reminds us this Easter that Christ has died, Christ is risen, Christ will come again. This love saves us. This week's Scripture: Acts 10:34-43, Luke 24: 1-12Subscribe on iTunes

Pastor Sue walks us through the story of Jesus’ anointing at Bethany. With his death right around the corner, Mary sees what really matters. This week's Scripture: Isaiah 43: 16-21, Philippians 3:4b-14, John 12:1-8Subscribe on iTunes

Pastor Matt helps us take a closer look at the story of the prodigal son from Luke 15. He reminds us that God’s love is not a transaction.This week's Scripture: Joshua 5:9-12, 2 Corinthians 5:16-21, Luke 15:1-3, 11b-32.Subscribe on iTunes

In a world filled with pain, Pastor Sue encourages us to see one another as beloved siblings.This week's Scripture: Genesis 15:1-12, 17-18, Philippians 3:17-4:1, Luke 13:31-35Subscribe on iTunes

Pastor Matt reminds us that this Lent we don’t have to be Jesus, because Jesus was already Jesus for you.This week's Scripture: Deuteronomy 26:1-11, Romans 10:8b-13, Luke 4:1-13Subscribe on iTunes

Pastor Sue asks us, “When we hear “love your enemies” will we look for a loop hole or will we choose to encourage miracles?This week's Scripture: Genesis 45:3-11,15, 1 Corinthians 15:35-38, 42-50, Luke 6:27-38Subscribe on iTunes

Pastor Matt reminds us that God brings new life and we have the choice to place our trust in Him. This week's Scripture: Jeremiah 17:5-10, Luke 6:17-26Subscribe on iTunes

God has an incredible way of doing extraordinary things through the lives of ordinary people. Pastor Matt helps us think about enlarging our vision with God.This week's Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8, Luke 5:1-11Subscribe on iTunes

Pastor Sue reminds us that without love we have nothing. This week's Scripture: Jeremiah 1:4-10, 1 Corinthians 19:1-13, Luke 4:21-30Subscribe on iTunes

Pastor Matt reminds us that God’s work in this world is done with our hands. We all have a piece to contribute.This week's Scripture: Psalm 19, 1 Corinthians 12:12-31a, Luke 4:14-21Subscribe on iTunes