Trinity Fremont

Martin Luther - “It is not we who seek God, but God Himself seeks by means of the Word.  THEN, after you have been found, then you should seek.”  God says, “Here am I. Here am I!  I want to be found.”   But we ignore Him. We don't even hear Him through the noise of this world.  We don't even see Him by the distractions of this world.”  But God keeps showing up, revealing himself,  even when we don't seek Him. He showed up in the most powerful way, a new testament, a new story dwelling with us, and He still does.  Talks to us.  Dwells with us in His Word and in His sacraments. Isaiah 65:1–9 Galatians 3:23–4:7 Luke 8:26–39

This week we ask a question too big to answer fully: Who is the Trinity? Instead of trying to explain Him, we turn to how the Trinity moves. The early Church used the word perichoresis, a divine dance, to describe how the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit work together in perfect unity. Each Person of the Trinity leads a different movement: The Father creates and provides. The Son redeems and restores. The Spirit sanctifies and guides. And here's the good news: That dance isn't distant. You're invited in. Where is the Trinity at work in your life today? Psalm 8 Acts 2:14a, 22–36 John 8:48–59

Promise Keeper! That is Jesus.   He promised the Holy Spirit. He delivered the Holy Spirit.     But Pentecost is not the end of Jesus delivering on His promises. Promises that give us comfort. Promises that give us hope.   Gen. 11:1–9 Acts 2:1–21 John 14:23–31

Right before Jesus the Passion of Christ, what did he do?  He prayed for us.  What would you pray for us if you knew you were going to die soon? What did Jesus pray for?  No, WHO did Jesus pray for?  He prayed for YOU!! The same Jesus who prayed for you the night before he was betrayed to death, is now ascended, sitting at the right hand of the Father, still praying for us – still interceding for us.   What are the words YOU are sharing with people?  Your words can also bring people to Jesus, the Jesus who never ceases praying for you. Share God's Words.  John says, “These things are written that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in His name. Share God's Words that people may believe.  Acts 1:1-11 Revelation 22:1–5 John 17:20–26  

Right before Jesus the Passion of Christ, what did he do?  He prayed for us.  What would you pray for us if you knew you were going to die soon? What did Jesus pray for?  No, WHO did Jesus pray for?  He prayed for YOU!! The same Jesus who prayed for you the night before he was betrayed to death, is now ascended, sitting at the right hand of the Father, still praying for us - still interceding for us.  What are the words YOU are sharing with people?  Your words can also bring people to Jesus, the Jesus who never ceases praying for you. Share God's Words.  John says, “These things are written that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in His name.  Share God's Words that people may believe.     Acts 16:9–15 Revelation 21:9–14, 21–27 John 16:23–33

All the preparations are done.  The perfect dress, the perfect tan, the perfect makeup, the perfect hair, the perfect nails and the list could go on.  The bride strives to be perfect on her wedding day. In reality the bride is you and me.  But we aren't perfect are we, no matter how hard we strive to be. But Jesus was.  Jesus is.  By HIS blood we are made perfect in the sight of the Father.  And now Jesus prepares a place for us.  Prepares a perfect place for His bride, the church, believers in Him.  A place that will be the perfect dwelling place full of joy for eternity.   Gen. 11:1–9 Acts 2:1–21 John 14:23–31

In this final message of our “Who Are You?” series, we hear the truth that we are not only saved by grace - we are commissioned for a purpose. You are God's workmanship, crafted to reflect His light and love in daily life, and sent to walk in the good works He has prepared for you... including the greatest work of all: making disciples of all nations.   Acts 20:17–35 Ephesians 2:1-10 Luke 10:25-37

This week at Trinity, we celebrate Confirmation Sunday - but the message isn't just for a few students. It's for all of us. Romans 10 reminds us that faith isn't just something we believe in our hearts - it's something we confess with our mouths. This week we explore how being confirmed isn't a one-time event, but a daily identity that calls us to live and speak the name of Jesus.   Acts 4:1–22 Romans 10:5-13 John 21:1–14  

Who are you—really? This week we begin our new series "Who Are You?" by hearing the life-changing truth from Ephesians 1: You are chosen by God. Before you had a résumé, before you had a reputation, you had a Redeemer who called you by name. Join us as we discover how our true identity in Jesus changes everything.     Acts 5:12–20 Ephesians 1:1-18 John 20:19–31

Sometimes we feel like outsiders. Forgotten. Unseen. Like we don't really belong—not even in church. But the story of Easter shows us something different. Jesus rose for the ones whose names get skipped over. He rose for the doubters, the distant… for Peter… for “all the rest.” He rose for you.   Isaiah 65:17-25 1 Corinthians 15:19-26 Luke 24:1-12

Ever ask God, “What are you doing?” In this Palm Sunday message from John 12, we see how the disciples didn't understand in the moment—but everything became clear when Jesus was glorified. Pastor Gerber invites us to walk with Jesus through both the cross and the empty tomb, because Sunday needs Friday, and Friday needs Sunday.   Deuteronomy 32:36–39 Philippians 2:5–11 John 12:12–19 

Where are your time and resources going? There are lots of ways that we can spend our time and resources that are important right now, but only last for a short time, especially in light of a bigger picture - eternity. The apostle Paul considers all of those things worthless compared to knowing Jesus.   Isaiah 43:16–21 Philippians 3:4b-14 Luke 20:9–20

Home is where the heart is. Jesus tells us the parable of a broken family. A younger son who has left home, an older son who is resentful, and a father who has a broken heart. In this story, we see that we have a Father Who gives all, a Father Who forgives all, and a Father who invites all. But, who do we reflect? Isaiah 12:1–6 2 Corinthians 5:16–21 Luke 15:1–3, 11b–32

Have you ever felt trapped?  What was it like?  Are there sins in your life that make you feel trapped? Being trapped by sinful temptations is real.   So how do we escape?   In John 14:6 Jesus says, “I am THE WAY, the Truth and the Life.”  Jesus is THE WAY out of being trapped by temptations that often lead to sin.  THE WAY out from guilt, and ultimately from our own graves.   Sinful temptation is real and it is strong.   On our own we can feel helpless, confined or trapped by it.    With Jesus, however, comes hope.  Hope by His overcoming the temptations that were real in his life.  Hope from Jesus by His overcoming the power of sin, satan and ultimately death itself.   Ezekiel 33:12–20 1 Corinthians 10:1–13 Luke 13:1–9

Voices   What voices are you listening to? Voices that point you toward Jesus and His Will? Or voices that point you away from Jesus and His Will. Those voices typically point us towards ourselves, which leads to self-righteousness, pride, anxiety, and despair. The voices that point us to Jesus are ones that point us toward peace.   Jeremiah 26:8–15 Philippians 3:17–4:1 Luke 13:31–35

Give up something for lent?  You mean give something up we would probably be better off without anyway? How does that make sense?  How is that a sacrifice? Well, it doesn't make sense.   You see, Jesus has already given everything - his own life.  The effect of this sacrifice? How about a few R's? Rejoicing what God has done for us Releasing our first fruits Regularly Returning to worship Him This Lenten season will be one of Repentant Joy at Trinity.  Why wait until Easter morning?  You see, He is already risen.  He is risen indeed!  Alleluia! Deuteronomy 26:1–11 Romans 10:8b–13 Luke 4:1–13

Through the work of the Spirit, Jesus transplants us out of death and into life. He plants us beside streams of living water that give life. Then, as ones filled with abundant life, we bear fruit. May we know our identity in Jesus and bear the fruit of grace, compassion, generosity, and witness.   Psalm 1 Hebrews 3:1–6 Luke 9:28–36

The world defines the word “Blessed” differently than the Bible does. For the world, being blessed is all about your circumstances – are things going your way? God defines that word differently. Blessing comes from knowing that, despite your circumstances, you are walking the path that God calls you to walk.   Psalm 1 Hebrews 3:1–6 Luke 9:28–36

We face uphill battles everyday.  Christ has been raised from the dead.  We know this because he has told us in his word.  He lives. We will walk like Jesus in newness of life on the last day.  Christ is risen.  He is risen indeed.  Alleluia. Jeremiah 17:5–81 Corinthians 15:12-20 Luke 6:17–26

One surprise after another in Luke Chapter 5 as Peter becomes a disciple of Jesus.  The biggest surprise of all is that Jesus came to die for sinners like you and like me.  Peter follows this miracle worker, almost all the way to the cross but not quite.  Jesus makes sure, through baptism, we are worthy to be saved as we die with Him, are crucified with Him, are buried with Him and will rise with Him.  Surprise, Surprise, Surprise.   Isaiah 6:1–8 1 Corinthians 14:12b–20 Luke 5:1–11

Who is this Jesus?  Even the demons obey him.   In Luke 4 Jesus gives a foretaste of what he will do for all people when he goes to the cross.   Jeremiah 1:4-10 (17-19) I Corinthians 12:31b-13:13 Luke 4:31-37

How can/do you praise God in the middle of your story, before everything has all "worked out"? Mary sang the beautiful Magnificat, praising God for all that He has done while Jesus was still inside her womb. She didn't know what the next 33 years were going to look like. God had yet to do what she was praising Him for doing. She was praising the promise that she knew would be fulfilled.   Nehemiah 8:1–3, 5–6, 8–10 1 Corinthians 12:12–31a Luke 1:46-55

When Herod heard about the child born "King of the Jews," he feared that this child would be a threat to his comfort, power, and riches, so Herod sought to have Jesus killed. Where do I fear that following Jesus would be a threat to my comfort, power, and riches? Is there a sin in my life that I'm comfortable with? Let us lay our sins at His feet, hearing His words of forgiveness.   Isaiah 62:1–5 1 Corinthians 12:1–11 Matthew 2:13-18  

God reveals His plan for salvation in many and various ways. He continues to reveal that plan TO you and THROUGH you!   Isaiah 60:1–6 Ephesians 3:1–12 Matthew 2:1–12  

Anna heard the Good News that Simeon proclaimed about Jesus - That the Savior of the World had come to this earth. But Anna didn't simply hold onto that Good News, she shared it! "And coming up at that very hour she began to give thanks to God and to speak of him to all who were waiting for the redemption of Jerusalem." We too should hear the Good News, give thanks got God, and speak of Him to all people! 1 Kings 3:4–15 Ephesians 1:3–14 Luke 2:36-38

Seeing the Lord's Christ.  A pretty big deal don't you think?  Well, that's exactly what happened to Simeon when Joseph and Mary brought Jesus to the temple to be dedicated.  Seeing the Lord's Christ.  A light for revelation to the Gentiles, and for glory to Israel.  Exodus 13:1-3a, 11-15 Colossians 3:12-17 Luke 2:22-35

Cyber Security. School Security.  Financial Security.  We are sure concerned about being secure.  But what about your eternal security?  Well, that's where baby Jesus comes in.  The security blanket of all security blankets.  Micah 5:2–5a Hebrews 10:5–10 Luke 1:39–45 

Why would the Lord go to the trouble of refining you?  It's because He values you.  He loves you.  He desires for you to walk in newness of life forever and ever.   Malachi 3:1–7b Philippians 1:2–11 Luke 3:1-14

Jesus is in a right relationship with God. And then He gives us that righteousness as He clothes us in the family robes and brings us into a right relationship with the Father. Jeremiah 33:14–16 1 Thessalonians 3:9–13 Luke 21:25-36

Prayer and meditation grow our hippocampus, the security guard of the brain.  Today, we practice silently mediation on God's Word in Psalm 95.   Isaiah 51:4–6 Philippians 4:4-9 Mark 13:24-37

Joy and gratitude are uniquely connected. Spending time in gratitude grows our capacity for joy. We are challenging you to daily give thanks for something in your past, present, and future. Daniel 12:1–3 1 Thessalonians 5:12-28 Mark 13:1-13

There has been lots written about the importance of being thankful. But true thankfulness is more than just making gratitude lists or writing thank you notes. True appreciation consists of remembering, feeling, and sharing those special moments in our lives. 1 Kings 17:8–16 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10 Mark 12:38–44

The Lamb of God has become the Good Shepherd. Revelation 7:9-17 1 John 3:1-3 Matthew 5:1-12

Since the fall of man, the world has been looking through the lens of scarcity asking if there will be enough. And yet God continues to give gifts to sow the seeds of a new creation. Because of the great gift giver, we can look at the world through the lens of abundance.   Genesis 1:26-31 2 Corinthians 8:1-9 John 3:9-17  

In God we trust?  Do we?  Do you?  Do I? Ecclesiastes 5:10-20 Hebrews 4:1-13 Luke 12:22-34

Are you rich toward the world or are you rich toward God?  Jesus is interested in one not the other.  It's a matter of life or death.    Amos 5:6-7, 10-15 Hebrews 3:12-19 Luke 12:13-21

Everything You Have is a Gift from God, Entrusted to You to Steward for His Purpose. What has God entrusted to you and how does He want you to steward His good gifts? Genesis 2:18-25 Hebrews 2:1-13 Matthew 6:19-24

God's love is abundant beyond measure.  As we celebrate 140 years of ministry at Trinity, we look back at the abundance He has blessed us with and look forward to His abundance of love in the future.   Numbers 11:4–6, 10–16, 24–29 James 5:1-12 Mark 9:38–50

Are you drawing near to God or away from God?  How can you draw near if it is your desire?  Why would you want to draw near to Him? Jeremiah 11:18–20 James 4:1-10 Mark 9:30–37

Do the words that come out of your mouth speak life?  Do they set hearts on fire for Jesus?  Join us as we discover the affirming language that is expected of believers.     Isaiah 50:4–10 James 3:1–12 Mark 9:14–29

The face of Jesus is constantly shining. We miss it when we turn our back on Him. Yet, when we repent, turn back to God, His face is shining and He is running to us saying, "You are my child!" So let's rejoice! Isaiah 35:4–7a Philippians 4:4-9 Mark 7:31–37

What are you worrying about? When Jesus and Paul tell us not to worry, it's not a demand, but a promise and an invitation that Jesus is with us and He takes care of us. Because of His promises, we are invited to cast our worries on Him Deuteronomy 4:1–2, 6– 9 Philippians 4:4-9 Mark 7:14–23

Who do you look to for guidance? A friend, a family member, a trusted colleague? Come, let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith. He endured the cross, with joy, for YOU! Isaiah 29:11–19 Hebrews 12:1-3 Mark 7:1–13

When our minds are hurried, cluttered, or distracted, it is difficult to hear God and know the truth. Silence allows the clutter of our hearts and minds to settle so that we can hear that still, small voice and "think about these things." Proverbs 9:1-10 Philippians 4:4-9 John 6:51-69  

Elijah moments.  Most of us have had them.  He got through his moment with the aid of a messenger.  Can we be comforting messengers?  Absolutely.   1 Kings 19:1–8 Ephesians 4:17—5:2 John 6:35–51

The Good News of the gospel is certainly the best news, but it isn't the only good news.  The Bread of Heaven still comes down to us each and every day.   Exodus 16:2–15 Ephesians 4:1–16 John 6:22–35

The Genesis flood was extreme.  But so is God's love, a love revealed in His promises after the flood.    Genesis 9:8–17 Ephesians 3:14–21 Mark 6:45–56

The stain of sin runs deep.  We don't have a cleaning solution of our own to remove it.  But God has a solution.  His name is Jesus.  The LORD is our Righteousness. Jeremiah 23:1–6 Ephesians 2:11–22 Mark 6:30–44

This week we focus on God's promises and  two kingdoms, the Kingdom of God and the kingdom of the world.  We await God's promise  when he permanently and triumphantly brings His kingdom again on the Day of Resurrection to all believers.   Amos 7:7–15 Ephesians 1:3–14 Mark 6:14–29

  What a narrative in Mark Chapter 6!  Jesus comes home to Nazareth to preach and to teach only to find a town of unbelief.  Even his own family is skeptical of this transformed carpenter.  But miracles are not what Jesus came to do.  He came to bring the Word of God into hearts so that all might be saved.  No miracles.  No problem.  His grace is enough.  Ezekiel 2:1–5 2 Corinthians 12:1–10 Mark 6:1–13 

Sit. Walk. Stand. Sabbath. Adam and Eve's first day on earth was a day of Sabbath. One day each week, we are called to cease from our usual work and rest in God's promises.