The Word Became Flesh!

Deo Gloria Sermon for December 25, 2022 Pastor Martin Bentz   Text: John 1:1-14 Theme: The Word Became Flesh! (God Becomes One of Us!)   There once was a man who lived in a cave in Africa.  On December 25th he was all by himself—no Christmas gathering with all the relatives.  He had no gifts, […]

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Immanuel–God With Us!

Pastor Slaughter Fourth Sunday of Advent 12-18-22   Immanuel-God With Us Text: Matthew 1:18-25   Who is it that you want to spend the most time with? Your spouse? Your children? Your friends? Now why do you want to spend time with them? It maybe the relationship you have with them like your family. It […]

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Jesus Dispels Our Doubts!

Deo Gloria December 11, 2022 Advent Sermon Pastor Martin Bentz   Text: Matthew 11:2-11 Theme: Jesus Dispels Our Doubts! By pointing to the fulfillment of Scripture By confirming the identity of John the Baptist   There comes a point in your life when you have to know.  Maybe it’s when you’re standing at the graveside […]

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Come, Root of Jesse, as Our Judge!

December 4, 2022 Pastor Daniel Slaughter Text: Isaiah 11:1-10 Theme: Come, Root of Jesse, as Our Judge!   It’s kind of a weird thought isn’t? That we pray or say, “Come Lord Jesus as our Judge”? When we think of a judge don’t our minds gravitate to something that we did? Because let’s face it […]

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Oh, Come, Oh, Come, Emmanuel – The Rising Sun

Deo Gloria November 30, 2022 Advent Sermon Pastor Martin Bentz   Text: Luke 1:76-79 Theme: Oh, Come, Oh, Come, Emmanuel! The Rising Sun   Dawn—whether it’s a soldier who is standing guard at his post, an employee who is working the late shift or a mother who has been up all night with a sick […]

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Expect the Unexpected!

Pastor Slaughter First Sunday of Advent 11-27-2022   Expect the Unexpected Matthew 24:36-44   Have you ever had someone show you one of those videos where everything seems calm? The video itself may seem kind of boring. Like a car driving in the mountains, and you almost get lulled into a false security. And when […]

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Be Careful Not to Forget the LORD Your God!

Deo Gloria November 23-24, 2022 Sermon for Thanksgiving Pastor Martin Bentz   Text: Deuteronomy 8:10-18 Theme: Be Careful Not to Forget the LORD your God!   “Now, be sure to eat your vegetables, Mark.  And be sure to get your rest.  And don’t forget to brush your teeth.  And be careful driving on those slippery […]

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Am I Ready for Jesus to Come?

Pastor Slaughter Last Sunday of the Church Year November 20, 2022     Theme: Am I Ready for Jesus to Come? Text: Luke 12:35-40   Are you ready? (Pause for dramatic effect) Well are you? I guess you are thinking, “Ready for what pastor?” Are you ready for the pop quiz I wrote up about […]

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The Day of the LORD is Coming!

Deo Gloria                                                                                                  November 13, 2022 Sermon for November 13, 2022 Pastor Martin Bentz   Text: Malachi 4:1-6 Theme: The Day of the LORD is Coming! A day of fire and destruction for the wicked A day of healing and joy for God’s people A day for which we urgently need to prepare   The […]

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Look Forward to Something Better!

Pastor Slaughter All Saints Day 11-6-22   All Saints Day Text: Revelation 21:1-6 Theme: Look Forward to Something Better!   What is something that you are really looking forward to? Is it a special day like your birthday or thanksgiving or Christmas (there are some on the faculty and staff that are insistent on playing […]

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