Morning Star Church Las Cruces Sermons

A five-week worship series called, “Resurrection: Encounters with the Risen Jesus,” will conclude on Sunday, May 5 as we explore the appearances of Jesus after he died and consider what it means for us to live as if we truly believe that he is still alive. The final message in the series, “By Grace,” is rooted in 1 Corinthians 15:1-11. Contemporary worship will take place in person and online (www.mstarlc.church) at 9:15 AM, and traditional worship will take place in person at 11:15 AM. All are welcome!

A five-week worship series called, “Resurrection: Encounters with the Risen Jesus,” will continue on Sunday, April 28, as we explore the appearances of Jesus after he died and consider what it means for us to live as if we truly believe that he is still alive. The fourth message in the series, “On the Mountain,” is rooted in Matthew 28:16-20. Contemporary worship will take place in person and online (www.mstarlc.church) at 9:15 AM, and traditional worship will take place in person at 11:15 AM. All are welcome!

A five-week worship series called, “Resurrection: Encounters with the Risen Jesus,” will continue on Sunday, April 21, as we explore the appearances of Jesus after he died and consider what it means for us to live as if we truly believe that he is still alive. The third message in the series, “In the Same Boat,” is rooted in John 21:1-14. Contemporary worship will take place in person and online (www.mstarlc.church) at 9:15 AM, and traditional worship will take place in person at 11:15 AM. All are welcome!

Behind Locked Doors, April 14, 2024 by Morning Star Church Las Cruces Sermons

A five-week worship series called, “Resurrection: Encounters with the Risen Jesus,” will begin on Sunday, April 7, as we explore the appearances of Jesus after he died and consider what it means for us to live as if we truly believe that he is still alive. The first message in the series, “On the Road,” is rooted in Luke 24:13-35. Contemporary worship will take place in person and online (www.mstarlc.church) at 9:15 AM, and traditional worship will take place in person at 11:15 AM. All are welcome!

On Sunday, March 31, will we celebrate once again the good news that death does not have the last word in our lives. The message, “Where Do You Go?” is rooted in the words of Jesus to the women at the tomb in Mark 16:1-8

The day that Jesus died is called “good” or “holy” because of the significance of the resurrection that followed. An observance of Good Friday titled “At the Cross” is rooted in John 19:23-30

The word “maundy” comes from Latin roots and is related to our word for “commandment.” In our tradition, the night before Good Friday calls us to a remembrance of Jesus in the Upper Room with his friends, sharing a meal with them and washing their feet just before he was arrested. An observance of Maundy Thursday titled “At the Table” is rooted in Mark 14:1-9

On Sunday, March 24, we will observe Palm Sunday and Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem just days before his death. The message, “What Have You Heard?” is rooted in John 12:12-16.

A five-week worship series called “Watchword: A Story of Encounter” will conclude on Sunday, March 17, as we consider ways that we experience God's presence and work in the world. The final message in the series, “Mission,” is rooted in Matthew 28:16-20 . Contemporary worship will take place in person and online (www.mstarlc.church) at 9:15 AM, and traditional worship will take place in person at 11:15 AM. All are welcome!

A five-week worship series called “Watchword: A Story of Encounter” will continue on Sunday, March 10, as we consider ways that we experience God's presence and work in the world. The fourth message in the series, “Rebirth,” is rooted in 2 Corinthians 5:15-21.

A five-week worship series called “Watchword: A Story of Encounter” will continue on Sunday, March 3, as we consider ways that we experience God's presence and work in the world. The third message in the series, “Justice,” is rooted in Amos 5:21-24. Contemporary worship will take place in person and online (www.mstarlc.church) at 9:15 AM, and traditional worship will take place in person at 11:15 AM. All are welcome!

A five-week worship series called “Watchword: A Story of Encounter” will continue on Sunday, February 25, as we consider ways that we experience God's presence and work in the world. The second message in the series, “Compassion,” is rooted in Exodus 3:7-12.

A five-week worship series called “Watchword: A Story of Encounter” will begin on Sunday, February 18, as we consider ways that we experience God's presence and work in the world. The first message in the series, “Love,” is rooted in Matthew 22:34-40.

A two-week worship series called “Giving Up: Generosity for Today's Church” will conclude on Sunday, February 11, as we consider what it means to plan the future of a congregation. The first message in the series, “Community,” is rooted in Acts 2:43-47. Contemporary worship will take place in person and online (www.mstarlc.church) at 9:15 AM, and traditional worship will take place in person at 11:15 AM. All are welcome!

A two-week worship series called “Giving Up: Generosity for Today's Church” will begin on Sunday, February 4, as we consider what it means to plan the future of a congregation. The first message in the series, “Legacy,” is rooted in Proverbs 13:22.

A two-week worship series called “Inside Out: The Cross Section of Identity + Purpose” will conclude on Sunday, January 28, as we explore how our understanding of who we are informs our pattern of behavior. The second message in the series, “Invite,” is rooted in John 1:35-42.

A two-week worship series called “Inside Out: The Cross Section of Identity + Purpose” will begin on Sunday, January 21, as we explore how our understanding of who we are informs our pattern of behavior. The first message in the series, “Engage,” is rooted in 1 Peter 4:8-11. Contemporary worship will take place in person and online (www.mstarlc.church) at 9:15 AM, and traditional worship will take place in person at 11:15 AM. All are welcome!

On Sunday, January 14, we will celebrate the baptism of Jesus as we consider the meaning of our own baptism. The message, “Like a Dove,” is rooted in Mark 4:1-11. Contemporary worship will take place in person and online (www.mstarlc.church) at 9:15 AM, and traditional worship will take place in person at 11:15 AM. All are welcome!

On Sunday, January 7, we will observe the holy day of Epiphany with an exploration of the arrival of the magi who brought gifts to young Jesus. The message, “Unexpected Strangers,” is rooted in Matthew 2:1-12. Contemporary worship will take place in person and online (www.mstarlc.church) at 9:15 AM, and traditional worship will take place in person at 11:15 AM. All are welcome!

On Sunday, December 31, 2023, we will close out one year and welcome the next with “Reflection & Intention,” a New Year's Eve worship experience, at 9:15 AM on site and online (www.mstarlc.church) and 11:15 AM. All are welcome as give thanks for God's faithfulness in the past and look to God's provision in the future.

A five-week worship series called “Origin Story: The Mothers of Jesus” will conclude on Sunday, December 24, as we take note of the women who are listed in the genealogy of Jesus in the book of Matthew. The final message in the series, “Mary,” is rooted in Luke 1:26-38; 2:1-7. Worship services on this Christmas Eve will take place in person and online (www.mstarlc.church) at 10:15 AM and 4:00 PM. All are welcome! (Please take note of the change in worship times for 12.24.23 Sunday only.

A five-week worship series called “Origin Story: The Mothers of Jesus” will continue on Sunday, December 17, as we take note of the women who are listed in the genealogy of Jesus in the book of Matthew. The fourth message in the series, “Bathsheba,” is rooted in 2 Samuel 11:2-3; 14-15; 26-27. Contemporary worship will take place in person and online (www.mstarlc.church) at 9:15 AM, and traditional worship will take place in person at 11:15 AM. All are welcome!

A five-week worship series called “Origin Story: The Mothers of Jesus” will continue on Sunday, December 10, as we take note of the women who are listed in the genealogy of Jesus in the book of Matthew. The third message in the series, “Ruth,” is rooted in Ruth 3:1-3. Contemporary worship will take place in person and online (www.mstarlc.church) at 9:15 AM, and traditional worship will take place in person at 11:15 AM. All are welcome!

A five-week worship series called “Origin Story: The Mothers of Jesus” will continue on Sunday, December 3, as we take note of the women who are listed in the genealogy of Jesus in the book of Matthew. The second message in the series, “Rahab,” is rooted in Joshua 2:1-14. Contemporary worship will take place in person and online (www.mstarlc.church) at 9:15 AM, and traditional worship will take place in person at 11:15 AM. All are welcome!

A five-week worship series called “Origin Story: The Mothers of Jesus” will begin on Sunday, November 26, as we take note of the women who are listed in the genealogy of Jesus in the book of Matthew. The first message in the series, “Tamar,” is rooted in Genesis 38:11-15. Contemporary worship will take place in person and online (www.mstarlc.church) at 9:15 AM, and traditional worship will take place in person at 11:15 AM. All are welcome!

A two-week worship series called “Sainted: Expanding Expectations” will conclude on Sunday, November 12, as we consider the impact of the faith of our ancestors on our own spiritual journey. The second message in the series, “No Way,” is rooted in Hebrews 11:1-3; 17-19 and 12:1-3 and Exodus 16:1-3; 13-15; 31-35. Contemporary worship will take place in person and online (www.mstarlc.church) at 9:15 AM, and traditional worship will take place in person at 11:15 AM. All are welcome!

A two-week worship series called “Sainted: Expanding Expectations" will begin on Sunday, November 5, as we consider the impact of the faith of our ancestors on our own spiritual journey. The first message in the series, “Life from Death,” is rooted in Hebrews 11:1-3; 17-19 and 12:1-3 and Genesis 17:15-22. Contemporary worship will take place in person and online (www.mstarlc.church) at 9:15 AM, and traditional worship will take place in person at 11:15 AM. Both services will include an observance of All Saints' Day as we celebrate the lives of our loved ones who have died in the past year. All are welcome!

A five-week worship series called, “Bible Stories That Make Us LOL,” will conclude on Sunday, October 29, as we take a look at some strange and somewhat amusing passages in our holy text. The final message in the series, “The Most Boring Sermon Ever,” is rooted in Acts 20:7-12. Contemporary worship will take place in person and online (www.mstarlc.church) at 9:15 AM, and traditional worship will take place in person at 11:15 AM. All are welcome!

A five-week worship series called, “Bible Stories That Make Us LOL,” will continue on Sunday, October 22, as we take a look at some strange and somewhat amusing passages in our holy text. The fourth message in the series, “The Man Who Jumps in the Lake,” is rooted in John 21:1-7. Contemporary worship will take place in person and online (www.mstarlc.church) at 9:15 AM, and traditional worship will take place in person at 11:15 AM. All are welcome!

A five-week worship series called, “Bible Stories That Make Us LOL,” will continue on Sunday, October 15, as we take a look at some strange and somewhat amusing passages in our holy text. The third message in the series, “The Whiny Prophet,” is rooted in Jonah 4:4-7. Contemporary worship will take place in person and online (www.mstarlc.church) at 9:15 AM, and traditional worship will take place in person at 11:15 AM. All are welcome!

A five-week worship series called, “Bible Stories That Make Us LOL,” will continue on Sunday, October 8, as we take a look at some strange and somewhat amusing passages in our holy text. The second message in the series, “The Cursed Fig Tree,” is rooted in Mark 11:12–14. Contemporary worship will take place in person and online (www.mstarlc.church) at 9:15 AM, and traditional worship will take place in person at 11:15 AM. All are welcome!

A five-week worship series called, “Bible Stories That Make Us LOL,” will begin on Sunday, October 1, as we take a look at some strange and somewhat amusing passages in our holy text. The first message in the series, “The Kid Who Won't Sleep,” is rooted in 1 Samuel 3:2-9. Contemporary worship will take place in person and online (www.mstarlc.church) at 9:15 AM, and traditional worship will take place in person at 11:15 AM. All are welcome!

A two-week worship theme titled, “You Are: In the Words of Jesus,” will conclude on Sunday, September 17, as we consider what it means to be who Jesus says we are. The second message is rooted in Matthew 5:14-16 and Jesus' proclamation, “You are the light of the world.” Contemporary worship will take place in person and online (www.mstarlc.church) at 9:15 AM, and traditional worship will take place in person at 11:15 AM. All are welcome!

A two-week worship theme titled, “You Are: In the Words of Jesus,” will begin on Sunday, September 10, as we consider what it means to be who Jesus says we are. The first message is rooted in Matthew 5:13 and Jesus' proclamation, “You are the salt of the earth.” Contemporary worship will take place in person and online (www.mstarlc.church) at 9:15 AM, and traditional worship will take place in person at 11:15 AM. All are welcome!

A seven-week worship series called “I AM: Seeing Life Through Stained Glass” will continue on Sunday, September 3, as we explore the words on the stained glass windows in the Morning Star sanctuary. The final message in the series is rooted in John 15:1-11 and Jesus' proclamation, “I AM the Vine." Contemporary worship will take place in person and online (www.mstarlc.church) at 9:15 AM, and traditional worship will take place in person at 11:15 AM. All are welcome!

A seven-week worship series called “I AM: Seeing Life Through Stained Glass” will continue on Sunday, August 27, as we explore the words on the stained glass windows in the Morning Star sanctuary. The sixth message in the series is rooted in John 14:1-7 and Jesus' proclamation, “I AM the Way, the Truth and the Life." Contemporary worship will take place in person and online (www.mstarlc.church) at 9:15 AM, and traditional worship will take place in person at 11:15 AM. All are welcome!

A seven-week worship series called “I AM: Seeing Life Through Stained Glass” will continue on Sunday, August 20, as we explore the words on the stained glass windows in the Morning Star sanctuary. The fifth message in the series is rooted in John 11:17-27 and Jesus' proclamation, “I AM the Resurrection and the Life." Contemporary worship will take place in person and online (www.mstarlc.church) at 9:15 AM, and traditional worship will take place in person at 11:15 AM. All are welcome!

A seven-week worship series called “I AM: Seeing Life Through Stained Glass” will continue on Sunday, August 13, as we explore the words on the stained glass windows in the Morning Star sanctuary. The fourth message in the series is rooted in John 10:11-18 and Jesus' proclamation, “I AM the Good Shepherd." Contemporary worship will take place in person and online (www.mstarlc.church) at 9:15 AM, and traditional worship will take place in person at 11:15 AM. All are welcome!

A seven-week worship series called “I AM: Seeing Life Through Stained Glass” will continue on Sunday, August 6, as we explore the words on the stained glass windows in the Morning Star sanctuary. The third message in the series is rooted in John 10:1-10 and Jesus' proclamation, “I AM the Gate." Contemporary worship will take place in person and online (www.mstarlc.church) at 9:15 AM, and traditional worship will take place in person at 11:15 AM. All are welcome!

A seven-week worship series called “I AM: Seeing Life Through Stained Glass” will continue on Sunday, July 30, as we explore the words on the stained glass windows in the Morning Star sanctuary. The second message in the series is rooted in John 8:12-20 and Jesus' proclamation, “I AM the Light of the World." Contemporary worship will take place in person and online (www.mstarlc.church) at 9:15 AM, and traditional worship will take place in person at 11:15 AM. All are welcome!

A seven-week worship series called “I AM: Seeing Life Through Stained Glass” will begin on Sunday, July 23, as we explore the words on the stained glass windows in the Morning Star sanctuary. The first message in the series is rooted in John 6:30-35 and Jesus' proclamation, “I AM the Bread of Life." Contemporary worship will take place in person and online (www.mstarlc.church) at 9:15 AM, and traditional worship will take place in person at 11:15 AM. All are welcome!

A five-week worship series called “Seeking: Five Common Bible Searches” will conclude on Sunday, July 16, as we explore popular scripture passages in which many people find great meaning and comfort. The final message in the series, “Trust,” is rooted in Proverbs 3:5-8 and centers on verse 5, “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not rely on your own insight.” Contemporary worship will take place in person and online (www.mstarlc.church) at 9:15 AM, and traditional worship will take place in person at 11:15 AM. All are welcome!

A five-week worship series called “Seeking: Five Common Bible Searches” will continue on Sunday, July 9, as we explore popular scripture passages in which many people find great meaning and comfort. The fourth message in the series, “Strength,” is rooted in Philippians 4:11-14 and centers on verse 13, “I can do all things through him who strengthens me.” Contemporary worship will take place in person and online (www.mstarlc.church) at 9:15 AM, and traditional worship will take place in person at 11:15 AM. All are welcome!

A five-week worship series called “Seeking: Five Common Bible Searches” will continue on Sunday, July 2, as we explore popular scripture passages in which many people find great meaning and comfort. The third message in the series, “The Good,” is rooted in Romans 8:26-30 and centers on verse 28, “We know that all things work together for good for those who love God, who are called according to his purpose.” Contemporary worship will take place in person and online (www.mstarlc.church) at 9:15 AM, and traditional worship will take place in person at 11:15 AM. All are welcome!

A five-week worship series called “Seeking: Five Common Bible Searches” will continue on Sunday, June 25, as we explore popular scripture passages in which many people find great meaning and comfort. The second message in the series, “A Plan,” is rooted in Jeremiah 29:10-14) and centers on verse 11, “For surely I know the plans I have for you, says the Lord, plans for your welfare and not for harm, to give you a future with hope.” Contemporary worship will take place in person and online (www.mstarlc.church) at 9:15 AM, and traditional worship will take place in person at 11:15 AM. All are welcome!

A five-week worship series called “Seeking: Five Common Bible Searches” will begin on Sunday, June 18, as we explore popular scripture passages in which many people find great meaning and comfort. The first message in the series, “Love,” is rooted in John 3:11-21 and centers on verse 16, “For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, so that everyone who believes in him may not perish but may have eternal life.” Contemporary worship will take place in person and online (www.mstarlc.church) at 9:15 AM, and traditional worship will take place in person at 11:15 AM. All are welcome!

On Sunday June 11 — the birthday of Pastor Amy AND band member Joel Hutchison — we will give thanks for the gift of life. The message, “Wonderfully Made,” is rooted in Psalm 139:13-18 and reminds us that God knows us well and considers us to be of great worth. Contemporary worship will take place in person and online (www.mstarlc.church) at 9:15 AM, and traditional worship will take place in person at 11:15 AM. All are welcome!

On Sunday June 4, we will celebrate the power of the Trinity — our Creator, Redeemer and Sustainer. The message, “In the Name,” is rooted in Matthew 28:16-20 and considers what it means to serve a God whose very nature is relational. Contemporary worship will take place in person and online (www.mstarlc.church) at 9:15 AM, and traditional worship will take place in person at 11:15 AM. All are welcome!

On Sunday, May 28, will we celebrate once again the movement of the Holy Spirit in the lives of the early followers of Jesus and in our lives today. The message, “Amazed and Perplexed,” is rooted in Acts 2:1-21 and considers the power of the Pentecost experience. Contemporary worship will take place in person and online (www.mstarlc.church) at 9:15 AM, and traditional worship will take place in person at 11:15 AM. All are welcome!

A six-week worship series called “Voice of the People: Finding Community in the Psalms” will conclude on Sunday, May 21, as we explore common themes of the human experience in this book of poetry and hymns. The first message in the series, “Comfort,” is rooted in Psalm 23:1-6, an expression of faith. Contemporary worship will take place in person and online (www.mstarlc.church) at 9:15 AM, and traditional worship will take place in person at 11:15 AM. All are welcome!