Sheridan Lutheran Church

Pastor Greg BouvierBroken and... | Matthew 26:31-46Faith talk questions: Do you see the world as a broken place?Date: 02/22/2026 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Greg BouvierGod is in Control | Scripture: Matthew 7:7-12Faith talk questions: What is the usual content of your prayers? Asking for something for others? For yourself? For a situation?Date: 02/15/2026 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Devotion Writer: Julie AndersonSeries: God is in Control | Scripture: Romans 8:18-30, 37-39Devotions are released weekly on Thursdays. Get the text version delivered to your inbox each week: https://bit.ly/3s3MZrR Release Date: 02/12/2026 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Greg BouvierGod is in Control | Scripture: Romans 8:18-30, 37-39Faith talk questions: How hopeful do you generally fell about life? Has your level of hope evolved over the last decade?Date: 02-08-2026 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Michelle OetkenGod is in Control | Scripture: Isaiah 55:6-9Faith talk questions: When was the last time you received advice from a friend? When was the last time you gave advice?Date: 02/01/2026 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Devotion: God's Planning Includes UsDevotion Writer: Cheryl StubbendieckSeries: God is in Control | Scripture: Jeremiah 29:10-14Devotions are released weekly on Thursdays. Get the text version delivered to your inbox each week: https://bit.ly/3s3MZrRRelease Date: 01/29/2026 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Sarah RuchGod is in Control | Scripture: Jeremiah 29:10-14Faith talk questions: Think about a time when you've heard the phrase, "God has a plan". Did saying/hearing this help or hinder your faith in that moment?Date: 01/25/2026 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Michelle OetkenGod is in Control | Scripture: John 14:1-14Faith talk questions: Do you have a friendship that has grown through the years? How did you grow that relationship?How is your relationship with God? Do you have a special time to listen and chat with our God?Date: 01/18/2026 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Devotion Writer: Pastor Greg BouvierSeries: God is in Control | Scripture: Genesis 1:1-5, 1:24-2:3Devotions are released weekly on Thursdays. Get the text version delivered to your inbox each week: https://bit.ly/3s3MZrR Release Date: 01/15/2026 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Greg BouvierGod is in Control | Scripture: Genesis 1:1-5, 1:24-2:3Faith talk questions: Have you noticed more athletes talking about God in their interviews? What do you think about that?How much control do you think God has in our world? How much control do you think God exerts in our world?Date: 01/11/2026 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Devotion Writer: Pastor Sarah RuchScripture: Matthew 2:1-12Devotions are released weekly on Thursdays. Get the text version delivered to your inbox each week: https://bit.ly/3s3MZrR Release Date: 01/08/2026 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Greg BouvierStandalone Service | Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12Faith talk questions: Where do you look for God that works for you? Have you ever looked for God in places that did not work for you?Who has been one of the wisest people you have known? What made them wise? What wisdom did you glean from themDate: 01/04/2026 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Sarah RuchStandalone Service | Scripture: Matthew 2:13-23Faith talk questions: How do you experience the time after holidays?Do you notice when God is communicating with you?Date: 12/28/2025 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Greg BouvierChristmas Eve Candlelight Service | Scripture: Luke 2:1-20Faith talk questions: What are you preparing for?Date: 12/24/2025 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Greg BouvierChristmas Eve Family Service | Scripture: Luke 2:1-20Faith talk questions: What are you preparing for?Date: 12/24/2025 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Michelle OetkenProphet Calling (Advent) | Scripture: Isaiah 11:1-10 & Luke 1:46-55Faith talk questions: Have you ever seen a new shoot growing from a stump? How does that new shoot show hope?The passage from the Gospel of Luke, called the Magnificat, has been put to music many times. Do you have a favorite song/version of thisDate: 12/21/2025 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Devotion Writer: Cindy SwansonSeries: Prophets Calling | Scripture: Isaiah 2:1-5, Luke 1:26-33Devotions are released weekly on Thursdays. Get the text version delivered to your inbox each week: https://bit.ly/3s3MZrR Release Date: 12/18/2025 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Greg BouvierProphet Calling (Advent) | Scripture: Isaiah 2:1-5 & John 1:1-5Faith talk questions: Is there something you wished for as a kid that you look back at now and realize that it wasn't possible?Do you have great hopes for your Christmas and holiday family gatherings, or do feel like they are just something you need to survive?Date: 12/14/2025 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Devotion Writer: Janece NelsonSeries: Prophets Calling | Scripture: Isaiah 9:2-7Devotions are released weekly on Thursdays. Get the text version delivered to your inbox each week: https://bit.ly/3s3MZrR Release Date: 12/11/2025 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Sarah RuchProphet Calling (Advent) | Scripture: Isaiah 9:2-7 & Luke 1:26-33Faith talk questions: What does joy look or sound like to you?Isaiah refers to the coming King as Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace. What name might you use for God that speaks to the ways he has brought joy into your life?Date: 12/07/2025 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Devotion Writer: Pastor Greg BouvierSeries: Prophets Calling | Scripture: Mark 1:3Devotions are released weekly on Thursdays. Get the text version delivered to your inbox each week: https://bit.ly/3s3MZrR Release Date: 12/04/2025 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Greg BouvierProphet Calling (Advent) | Scripture: Isaiah 40:1-8, 27-31, Mark 1:1-8Faith talk questions: Do you choose to avoid or engage with self-serve kiosks?Which do you deal with better? Patience or preparations?Date: 11/30/2025 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Devotion Writer: Cheryl StubbendieckSeries: Thanksgiving: What It Was, Is, and Should Be | Scripture: Matthew 25:31-26:2Devotions are released weekly on Thursdays. Get the text version delivered to your inbox each week: https://bit.ly/3s3MZrR Release Date: 11/27/2025 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Sarah RuchThanksgiving: What it Was, Is and Should Be! | Scripture: Matthew 25:31-26:2Faith talk questions: Think of a time when you were hungry, thirsty, a stranger, naked, sick, or in prison. During that time, who showed you Christ's love? How did they show Christ's love? Give thanks for this person.Date: 11/23/2025 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Michelle OetkenThanksgiving: What it Was, Is and Should Be! | Scripture: Luke 17:11-19Faith talk questions: What is your favorite side dish? Ever try something new?Do you have a tradition of sharing what you're thankful for?When in your life might it be difficult to give thanks to God?Date: 11/16/2025 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Devotion Writer: Dacia KruseSeries: Thanksgiving: What it Was, Is and Should Be | Scripture: Psalm 107:1-22Devotions are released weekly on Thursdays. Get the text version delivered to your inbox each week: https://bit.ly/3s3MZrR Release Date: 11/13/2025 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Greg BouvierThanksgiving: What it Was, Is and Should Be! | Scripture: Psalm 107:1-22Faith talk questions: –How aware are you that our Thanksgiving meal has evolved over the years? What is your favorite food on your Thanksgiving plate?Do you have any specific family traditions that take place on Thanksgiving weekend? If you let your faith (or God) impact your choices for Thanksgiving, how would your traditions change?Date: 11/09/2025 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Devotion Writer: Matt ClaySeries: All Saints Day | Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23Devotions are released weekly on Thursdays. Get the text version delivered to your inbox each week: https://bit.ly/3s3MZrR Release Date: 11/06/2025 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Michelle OetkenStandalone Service | Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23Faith talk questions: Do you have an old family Bible that records your family's history?Who are the people in your life who have touched your heart and helped you grow in faith?Date: 11/02/2025 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Devotion Writer: Glenda ClareSeries: Reformation | Scripture: Psalms 46Devotions are released weekly on Thursdays. Get the text version delivered to your inbox each week: https://bit.ly/3s3MZrR Release Date: 10/30/2025 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Greg BouvierPay Attention | Scripture: Psalm 46Faith talk questions: Have you ever been inside a fort, castle or prison? How did it feel being in a secure place that could keep you from leaving?Has your faith ever been a refuge for you? When was a time when you were broken and could only have gotten through by faith?Date: 10/26/2025 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Devotion Writer: Janece NelsonSeries: Pay Attention | Scripture: Proverbs 2:1-11Devotions are released weekly on Thursdays. Get the text version delivered to your inbox each week: https://bit.ly/3s3MZrR Release Date: 10/23/2025 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Sarah RuchPay Attention | Scripture: Proverbs 2:1-11Faith talk questions: If you could let go of much of what you're distracted by, what would you let go of? What would you focus on instead if you did?If "attention is negation" as Steve Jobs said, what do you need to say "no" to in your life?Date: 10/19/2025 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Devotion Writer: Randy HawthorneSeries: Pay Attention | Scripture: Romans 8:5-9Devotions are released weekly on Thursdays. Get the text version delivered to your inbox each week: https://bit.ly/3s3MZrR Release Date: 10/16/2025 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Sarah RuchPay Attention | Scripture: Romans 8:5-9Faith talk questions: In the public realm, what keeps your attention the most? What is it that captivates you about this?Have you ever thought about the things that grab your attention in terms of 'flesh' or 'spirit'?Date: 10/12/2025 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Devotion Writer: Cindy SwansonSeries: Pay Attention | Scripture: Genesis 3:1-13Devotions are released weekly on Thursdays. Get the text version delivered to your inbox each week: https://bit.ly/3s3MZrR Release Date: 10/09/2025 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Greg BouvierPay Attention | Scripture: Genesis 3:1-13Faith talk questions: Do you know someone who likes to be around people, but who also doesn't want to interact with anyone?Do you remember the story of “the fall” and that Adam and Eve were banished from the Garden?Date: 10/05/2025 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Devotion Writer: Julie AndersonSeries: Passionate About Compassion | Scripture: Matthew 18:1-5Devotions are released weekly on Thursdays. Get the text version delivered to your inbox each week: https://bit.ly/3s3MZrR Release Date: 10/02/2025 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Michelle OetkenPay Attention | Scripture: Matthew 18:1-5Faith talk questions: What is a favorite thing that grabs your attention?What is your least favorite?Who do you know that always wants attention from others?Date: 09/28/2025 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Devotion Writer: Fran Baatz | Devotion Reader: Suzan LundSeries: Pay Attention! | Scripture: Ephesians 5:6-20Devotions are released weekly on Thursdays. Get the text version delivered to your inbox each week: https://bit.ly/3s3MZrR Release Date: 09/25/2025 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Sarah RuchPay Attention | Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-9 & 5:6-20Faith talk questions: What distracts you most from day to day?How do you fill your time when you are bored?Date: 09/21/2025 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Devotion Writer: Pastor GregSeries: Pay Attention! | Scripture: Matthew 6:22Devotions are released weekly on Thursdays. Get the text version delivered to your inbox each week: https://bit.ly/3s3MZrR Release Date: 09/18/2025 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Greg BouvierPay Attention | Scripture: Matthew 6:19-24Faith talk questions: How much do you think about your attention?Have you ever considered that there are different types of attention?Date: 09/14/2025 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Devotion Writer: Cheryl StubbendieckSeries: Passionate About Compassion | Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:6-8, 16-18Devotions are released weekly on Thursdays. Get the text version delivered to your inbox each week: https://bit.ly/3s3MZrR Release Date: 09/11/2025 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Greg BouvierRally Day | Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:6-8, 16-18Faith talk questions: What was your classroom learning experience like? How do you think classrooms are run now?What do you think is the biggest change you see in education from when you were a kid?Date: 09/07/2025 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Devotion Writer: Matt ClaySeries: The Right Ingredients | Scripture: Philippians 4:1-9Devotions are released weekly on Thursdays. Get the text version delivered to your inbox each week: https://bit.ly/3s3MZrR Release Date: 09/04/2025 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Greg BouvierThe Right Ingredients | Scripture: Philippians 4:1-9Faith talk questions: Is there a family recipe you have that no other family can replicate? What makes your family recipe unique?As you enter the fall season, do you think of all the “ingredients” that make for a fulfilling family life?Date: 08/31/2025 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Sarah RuchThe Right Ingredients | Scripture: Ephesians 4:25-5:2Faith talk questions: Do you have a favorite recipe that is memorized? Who could you share that recipe with this week?How does your style of communication support or show your faithfulness? Are there ingredients you're missing?Date: 08/24/2025 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Devotion Writer: Julie AndersonSeries: The Right Ingredients | Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-2, 12:1-3Devotions are released weekly on Thursdays. Get the text version delivered to your inbox each week: https://bit.ly/3s3MZrR Release Date: 08/21/2025 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Michelle OetkenThe Right Ingredients | Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-3 & 12:1-3Faith talk questions: What's your favorite recipe?Do you have a story about a recipe that flopped?Growing up, how did you see faith lived out loud in your family?Date: 08/17/2025 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Greg BouvierBackpack Sunday | Scripture: Luke 2:41-52 & Matthew 28:16-20Faith talk questions: When Jesus walked the earth, do you think he was a learner or do you think he was all knowing?Date: 08/10/2025 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE