Category Archives: 2020 Sermons

12/20/20 “Her Story… His Story… Our Story” by Pastor Jim Lindus



At the core of the Christmas story is a human story full of joy — but also pain and doubt and suffering.  God broke into the human story to remind us that we are not alone and indeed became one of us in human form.  Not only was history changed, but our story was changed as well.


12/13/20 “One Foot in Front of the Other” by Pastor Jim Lindus



What do we do when life doesn’t follow the rules and nothing seems to make sense? How are we to go forward not knowing where the road will take us or what the future holds for us? How did Joseph manage when his world seemed to fall apart? Listen as Pastor Jim preaches good news and Karl sings advent favorites.


11/29/20 “A Stop at the Jordan” by Pastor Jim Lindus



Today is the first Sunday an Advent, a day that marks the beginning of our Journey toward Bethlehem. In today’s worship service, Pastor Jim stops to visit with John the Baptist at the Jordan River. Karl Olsen provides beautiful and inspiring music to accompany our Advent journey.


11/15/20 “Is Your Image of God Holding You Back?” by Pastor Jim Lindus



Where did your image of God come from?  Is it a negative image of God or a positive one? Using the parable of the servants who were entrusted with certain talents (money) to invest, Pastor Jim explores some common misconceptions about God and why what you believe about God matters. If your image of God differs from what you see in Jesus, then it bears reconsidering.


11/8/20 “Underlying Conditions” by Pastor Jim Lindus



Using the Gospel parable of the wise and silly bridesmaids Pastor Jim examines what message there is for us in preparing for and living in these troubled times with our underlying conditions.
 
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11/1/20 “Terminal Humans in a Pandemic World” by Pastor Jim Lindus



On this All Saints Sunday we celebrate the faith of dear saints who have journeyed on before us. We have the promise that one day we will be reunited. Pastor Jim explores how we should live in the face of the pandemic and the realization that all humans must face, that we are mortal beings… but with the hope of an eternal future with God.


9/6/20 “One Two Three, Let ’em Have It!” by Pastor Jim Lindus



In a time of contention and disagreement, how are we to deal with our neighbors who have differing opinions? Pulling from the books of Romans and Matthew, Pastor Jim offers a plan. Karl Olsen and TLC musicians offer beautiful musical pieces to fill out the morning’s worship service. Be sure to prepare your communion table at home before beginning the service.


8/30/20 A Plan for Surviving the Pandemic



Feeling lost and weary in troubling times? In this morning’s worship service, Pastor Jim Lindus provides “A Plan for Surviving the Pandemic.” This three-pronged strategy is based in Biblical text and God’s love and grace. Tune in for an uplifting message from Pastor Jim, and beautiful music from Karl Olsen and friends.