Sheridan Lutheran Church

Pastor Greg BouvierHold On | Scripture: John 20:24-29Faith talk questions: How often do you doubt yourself? What makes you feel less filled with doubt?Date: 05/11/2025 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Sarah RuchHold On | Scripture: John 20:19-23Faith Talk Questions: What aspect of your life could use a double portion of peace right now?How are you bearing witness to God's goodness in your daily life? What are your growth areas for bearing witness?Date: 05/04/2025 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Sarah RuchHold On | Scripture: Luke 24:13-34Date: 04/27/2025 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Greg BouvierEaster | Scripture: John 20:1-18Faith talk questions: What do you think about the rate of change in today's world? Does life feel overwhelming at times?Are you “a hugger?” Why or why not? Have you ever reflected on Jesus' telling Mary Magdalene, “Do not hold on to me?”Date: 04/20/2025 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Sarah RuchPalm Sunday | Scripture: John 12:27-36aFaith talk questions: What part of Holy Week is the most meaningful to you? Why?How would you grade yourself on your choices to 'walk in the light' currently? How might you 'walk in the light' more often?Date: 04/13/2025 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Devotion Writer: Cheryl StubbendieckSeries: Finally! | Scripture: Luke 1:28 & Luke 2:22Devotions are released weekly on Thursdays. Get the text version delivered to your inbox each week: https://bit.ly/3s3MZrR Release Date: 04/10/2025 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Michelle OetkenFinally! | Scripture: John 2:1-11, John 19:25b-29Faith talk questions: What do you remember about Mary, the Mother of our Lord? Is it from the Christmas season?What is your favorite picture of Mary, the Mother of our Lord?Date: 04/07/2025 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Greg BouvierFinally! | Scripture: Luke 23:6-12Faith talk questions:  What is the most memorable sermon you have ever heard? Why do you remember it?Can you identify what your purpose in life is? What led you to that purpose? Can you identify the moment you found that purpose?Date: 03/30/2025 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Sarah RuchFinally! | Scripture: John 11:45-50, Matthew 26:57-66, Matthew 27:50-51Faith talk questions: Think back to a time where you thought something was finished but you later saw that it was really the start of something new.Date: 03/23/2025 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Greg BouvierFinally! | Scripture: John 12:1-8, Matthew 26:14-16, 20-24, Luke 22:47-48Faith talk questions: Which disciple do you feel like you most identify with? What were you taught about Judas? Why do you think he betrayed Jesus?Have you ever come to a conclusion about someone, only later to realize you were wrong?Date: 03/16/2025 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Michelle OetkenFinally! | Scripture: Matthew 16:13-26Faith talk questions: Are you doing anything special during this season of Lent?Why is it important for us to look at the people surrounding Jesus in his final days and hours? Date: 03/09/2025 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Sarah RuchGreater Faith Fewer Gaps | Scripture: Luke 15:11-32Faith talk questions:  Where is your "home"? What kind of bridges do you need to work on this week in order to return to your "home"?In the story of the Prodigal Son, do you identify more with the father who forgives, the son who becomes angry, or the son who leaves and then returns?Date: 03/02/2025 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Greg BouvierGreater Faith Fewer Gaps | Scripture: Matthew 5:38-48Faith talk questions: What is one thing you hold on to about God, that when you really think about it, is a distorted perspective?Date: 02/23/2025 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Michelle OetkenGreater Faith Fewer Gaps | Scripture: Matthew 14:22-32Faith talk questions: Do you always try to be like the main character of every Bible story? What's that been like for you?Is there a person in Scripture you most relate to? What attributes do you share?Date: 02/16/2025 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Greg BouvierGreater Faith Fewer Gaps | Scripture: Psalm 46Faith talk questions: Which of "the big five" do you struggle with the most? Control? Perfection? Knowing the answer? Being there for others? Approval?Date: 02/09/2025 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Jimmy Carnes Greater Faith Fewer Gaps | Scripture: Genesis 3:1-13 Faith talk questions: Do you do your own home improvement projects? How does that usually go for you? Do you experience FOMO – “fear of missing out?” Date: 02/02/2025 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Sarah Ruch Greater Faith Fewer Gaps | Scripture: Luke 22:31-34, 54-62 Faith talk questions: In The Expectation Gap, Pastor Steve Cuss writes, "our inner critic [is] the voice that speaks condemnation and shame when we fall short of our own expectations." Take note of your inner critic's messages today. Date: 01/26/2025 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Michelle Oetken Greater Faith Fewer Gaps | Scripture: 1 John 3:18-24 Faith talk questions: Does your inner critic's view of you contradict God's view of you? During this day, when can you take a moment to relax into the love of God? Date: 01/19/2025 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Greg Bouvier Series | Scripture: Mark 12:28-34 Faith talk questions: Do you consider yourself a person with low or high expectations? Are you easily disappointed when expectations are not met? Date: 01/12/2025 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Sarah Ruch Standalone Sermon | Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:1-2, 5-15 Faith talk questions: How do you currently show God's mercy to others? When you hear 2 Corinthians 4:6, "For it is God who said, 'Let light shine out of darkness,"' what images come to mind? Date: 01/05/2025 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Greg Bouvier Standalone Sermon | Scripture: Colossians 3:12-17 & Luke 2:41-52 Faith talk questions: Did you struggle with “adulting?” Do you know of a young person who did or is struggling with adulting? Date: 12/29/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Sarah Ruch Waiting | Scripture: Psalm 62:1-8 & Luke 1:39-45 Faith talk questions: Elizabeth immediately recognized the growth within Mary, not only of the child she was carrying, but that she believed in the promises of God. How might others recognize outwardly the spiritual growth that is happening within you? Date: 12/22/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Greg Bouvier Waiting | Scripture: Psalm 85:1-2, 10-13 & Luke 3:7-18 Faith talk questions: Do you participate in social media? Have you ever gotten dragged into an argument on social media? Date: 12/15/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Michelle Oetken Waiting | Scripture: Isaiah 9:2-9 Faith talk questions: What is your favorite Christmas hymn? Do you have a least favorite? What memories do you have with Christmas music? Date: 12/08/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Greg Bouvier Waiting | Scripture: Psalm 25:1-10 & Luke 21:25-28, 34-38 Faith Talk Questions: How impatient are you when you have to wait? How quickly do you become impatient? Date: 12/02/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Michelle Oetken Thanks | Scripture: Luke 17:11-19 Faith talk questions: How can Jesus bring wholeness into your life? When times are good, when can you give thanks? When times are hard, when can you give thanks? Date: 11/24/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Sarah Ruch Go & Do Likewise | Scripture: Luke 10:29-37 and Galatians 5:13-14 Faith talk questions: In what ways could you serve your neighbors with the gifts/talents that you have? Why do you think God asks us to serve our neighbors? Date: 11/17/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Greg Bouvier Blessed are the Peacemakers | Scripture: 1 Peter 3:8-17 Faith talk questions: Have you ever been the instigator of a large conflict? How did that make you feel? Have you ever been instrumental in resolving conflict? How did that make you feel? Date: 11/10/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Sarah Ruch Blessed are the Peacemakers | Scripture: Matthew 5:1-16 Faith talk questions: Look again at the Beatitudes in Matthew 5:1-16. When have you experienced being poor in spirit, mourning, or sharing mercy? How has God continued to bless you throughout any of the experiences listed in the Beatitudes? Date: 11/03/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Greg Bouvier Blessed are the Peacemakers | Scripture: James 3:13-18 Faith talk questions: Did you grow up in a Lutheran congregation? If so, what was your favorite Lutheran tradition? If not, what did you think of “Lutherans” as a child? Date: 10/27/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Michelle Oetken Blessed are the Peacemakers | Scripture: Mark 9:33-50 Faith talk questions: Who is your favorite musician or artist? How long have they been sharing their gifts in this way? Do you know how they got started? Date: 10/20/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Sarah Ruch Blessed are the Peacemakers | Scripture: Romans 12:9-21 Faith Talk Questions: How does conflict make you feel? How might you develop the qualities that Paul lists? Date: 10/15/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Greg Bouvier Blessed are the Peacemakers | Scripture: Ephesians 2:13-22 Faith talk questions: How well do you know your neighbors, and how willing are you to offer help? Has a neighbor ever helped you when you were in need? How did that make you feel? Date: 10/06/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Greg Bouvier Blessed are the Peacemakers | Scripture: John 20:19-23 Faith talk questions: How do you define the word "peace"? What does it look like to have peace in the midst of conflict? Date: 09/29/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Michelle Oetken Re-Wired | Scripture: Psalm 46 Faith Talk Questions: When was the last time you felt like you had space to simply breathe? What are things in your life that can easily take away moments for silence and awe? Date: 09/22/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Sarah Ruch Re-Wired | Scripture: Romans 8:12-17 Faith talk questions: If you swapped 10 minutes of your daily screen time for a spiritual practice, what would that practice be? Why would you choose it? How do you think this practice would make you feel? Date: 09/15/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Greg BouvierRe-Wired | Scripture: Matthew 5:1-11, 7:24-29Faith talk questions: Can you link your device usage to a deep, internal hunger? Do you notice how people, especially children, are losing interpersonal skills by focusing on their devices?Date: 09/08/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Michelle Oetken Re-Wired | Scripture: Galatians 6:1-10 Faith talk questions: Have you ever put time limits on your own phone? Have you ever put time limits on reading Scriptures? How has the community surrounded you and encouraged you? Date: 09/01/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Sarah Ruch Re-Wired | Scripture: Isaiah 65:17-19 Faith talk questions: Are there certain situations that you find yourself instinctively approaching in Defend Mode? Can you identify the reason for this? Is this the best way for you to approach the situation? (Keep in mind, sometimes Defend Mode is necessary). No matter what your age, what are some ways that you can 'play freely' more often? Date: 08/25/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Greg Bouvier Re-Wired | Scripture: Matthew 18:1-6 Faith talk questions: How old were you when you started wandering your neighborhood alone? How old were your children when they started? Why are parents so much more afraid than they used to be? Date: 08/18/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Greg Bouvier Re-Wired | Scripture: Luke 18:15-17 Faith talk questions: How important is it for you to be liked? Do you feel anxious if you feel as though someone doesn't like you? Date: 08/11/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Michelle Oetken Wonder-Full Summer | Scripture: John 3:1-17 Faith talk questions: When was the first time you heard or read this famous Bible passage of John 3:16-17 Now that we are given new life, how will we life this life out loud? Date: 08/04/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Michelle Oetken Wonder-Full Summer | Scripture: Mark 4:26-34 Faith talk questions: Did you plant a garden this year? If so, is it growing quickly? What are some of your favorite plants or flowers? Date: 07/28/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Devotion Writer: Cindy Swanson Series: Wonder Full Summer | Scripture: John 6:22-29 Devotions are released weekly on Thursdays. Get the text version delivered to your inbox each week: https://bit.ly/3s3MZrR Release Date: 07/25/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Sarah Ruch Wonder-Full Summer | Scripture: John 6:22-29 Faith talk questions: How would you describe 'faith' in your life? How has your faith grown throughout your life? What experiences have you been through that helped it grow? Date: 07/21/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Devotion Writer: Lori Snyder-Sloan Series: Wonder Full Summer | Scripture: John 4:46-54 Devotions are released weekly on Thursdays. Get the text version delivered to your inbox each week: https://bit.ly/3s3MZrR Release Date: 07/18/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Sarah Ruch Wonder-Full Summer | Scripture: John 4:46-54 Faith talk questions: What is your rhythm of life? Is it what you would hope for? How might you transform your exhaustion to renewal and cynicism to wonder? What is God's role in this transformation for you? Date: 07/14/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Devotion Writer: Randy Hawthorne Series: Wonder Full Summer | Scripture: Luke 5:17-26 Devotions are released weekly on Thursdays.  Get the text version delivered to your inbox each week: https://bit.ly/3s3MZrR  Release Date: 07/11/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Michelle Oetken Wonder-Full Summer | Scripture: Luke 5:17-26 Faith talk questions: How did you celebrate the 4th of July? Do you have a favorite tradition? What stood out about this year's celebrations? The sights, aromas, sounds? Date: 07/07/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Devotion Writer: Dacia Kruse Series: Wonder Full Summer | Scripture: John 8:2-12, 30-34 Devotions are released weekly on Thursdays. Get the text version delivered to your inbox each week: https://bit.ly/3s3MZrR Release Date: 07/04/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE

Pastor Greg Bouvier Wonder-Full Summer | Scripture: John 8:2-12, 30-34 Faith talk questions: Do you live in a way that aligns with what you say you believe? Or do you just live and let that shape what you believe? Can you name someone you perceive as emotionally healthy? Does this person actively practice their faith? Date: 06/30/2024 at Sheridan Lutheran Church, Lincoln, NE --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sheridanluthlnk/message