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As the Lenten season approaches, we prepare our hearts to see our Lord humble Himself to the point of death because of our sin. Our confidence in his deity is solidified as we remember the Transfiguration. Just as the disciples did, we need a glimpse of Jesus' true glory in order to remember throughout Lent who He really is. To God be the glory! Support the show ~ Changing lives with Jesus! F...

God wants to open our minds to consider the magnitude of his blessings. Each of us has been blessed in different ways and at various levels. What should our thoughtful, prayerful response be to these blessings? The only key that will ever turn over the engine and take us down the road of devoting ourselves to serving him with those gifts is how much Jesus loves us. In this all-encompassing arena o...

We’ll take care of ourselves right now, so that we’ll be in a better position to take care of God’s house later. That’s what seems to make sense. Giving to God first doesn’t make a bit of sense. But what if it isn’t our giving that makes no sense, but rather it’s God’s giving that makes no sense? The prophet Haggai will help us see that the real issue for us is not one of our resources, but of the...

Many have gone to a funeral or know the sadness of losing a friend, family member, colleague or acquaintance. At such times, tears are common and expected for us. Jesus knows and understands. See what He reveals about himself at the funeral of a boy whose mother had lost everything. Support the show ~ Changing lives with Jesus! Facebook | YouTube Instagram @dscsienna

We have all witnessed the power of nature. At times, we’ve even found ourselves fearful of its effect. What if there was One who could control even wind and wave? See what Jesus reveals about himself during a storm threatening great danger. Message From: January 26, 2020 Guest Preacher: Ron Burkhard Support the show ~ Changing lives with Jesus! Facebook | YouTube Instagram @dscsienna

We have all experienced situations that are scary and adversaries that downright terrify us. Maybe that person who intimidates you. Maybe the one who pushes your buttons to make you lose your temper. Or the one that always has a way of dragging you down the wrong path. Sometimes the obstacle in front of us is just a situation that seems insurmountable. See what Jesus reveals when He goes up agains...

Weddings are wonderful celebrations… that can be stressful sometimes! What couple doesn’t want everything to go perfectly? But… problems happen. On a wedding day, eyes are normally on the bride and groom, and yet in Cana when problems happen, eyes turn to Jesus. See what Jesus reveals about himself in the unexpected circumstance of the Wedding at Cana.   Message from January 12, 2020 Support the s...

Sometimes our troubles are so big, that we can’t see around them. We think that we are facing them all alone. But Isaiah saw that Jesus is the God who is near. Whether we believe it or not, Jesus came near to us in his birth and he still comes near to us today. Support the show ~ Changing lives with Jesus! Facebook | YouTube Instagram @dscsienna

Moms say things to their children and then don’t follow through. Dad’s make promises that go unfulfilled.  It happens in every facet of life. Except when it comes to our Savior. Already in the Old Testament, God used the Prophet Isaiah to foretell his arrival, even going so far as to say, “This is the name by which he will be called: The Lord Our Righteous Savior.” (23:6)  That’s our Savior. That’...

Death is ugly. It doesn’t matter if someone dies after a long fight with illness or if they die peacefully in their sleep, those left behind mourn their passing and their absence is noticed. Death would be overwhelming if it wasn’t for the fact that Christ has completely transformed death. Death is not the end. For those who are part of Christ’s forever family through faith, death is the beginning...

Twenty-one billion dollars. That is how much Americans spend annually on home security. We want our homes to be a place where our family feels safe from everything that can hurt them. Unfortunately, the reality is no amount of locks, alarms or cameras can keep you perfectly safe. Jesus, though, not only can, He promises to do so. In his Church on earth, Jesus has given us a home that is perfectly...

The Welcome Home series begins with one of the most comforting passages found anywhere in Scripture. To both the individual and a world in turmoil, God says, “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” (Matthew 11:28) The Lutheran Reformation was named after Martin Luther. As a young man, Martin was terrified of God. He believed God was looking for a reason to punis...

Evil exists in this world because we fell into sin. It threatens our bodies and also our souls. God often protects us from evil to our bodies. But sometimes He allows it. Why? For our good! When evil does come, God gives us what we need to bear it. Everything God does protects us from evil to our souls. And He will deliver us from all evil on the last day. So acknowledging that the kingdom, the po...

Why would God lead us into temptation? Doesn’t He love us and want us to live His way? Of course He does! With this request, we are admitting that the enemy that tempts us is stronger than we are, and hates us and wants to destroy us. So we are asking that God wouldn’t let temptation anywhere near us. He is the only One more powerful than the enemy who wants to harm us. Sermon Text: Matthew 6:13 G...

We haven’t even earned the privilege of talking with God. Our sins have separated us from Him. But He forgave us through Jesus. So this request is as important to us as breathing. We humbly ask God to forgive us for all the ways we failed Him. But before we ask Him to forgive us, we have to be willing to forgive others. This prayer reminds us of the importance of extending grace before asking for...

Finally, it is time to ask God for the things we need for our physical life and health. Everything we have is a gift from God. He will give us what we need, even if we don’t ask. So we ask Him now for what we need today. We don’t need to worry about tomorrow. God took care of us yesterday. We know He will take care of us tomorrow. This is a prayer asking God for contentment… and the trust that wha...

God’s will is that people of all nations know Him as loving Lord and Savior and come to worship Him. His will is that we live the kind of lives that honor Him. Our wills are so often different. We so often want other things. And so… before we get to that part of the prayer where we are asking Him to bless us and give us things… we want to worship Him and yield ourselves to his will… being willing...

Not everyone knows how to pray. As followers of Jesus, we want to know how to talk to our loving God. Jesus gives us a template that teaches us how to pray. His template, the Lord’s Prayer, reminds us that because Jesus gave us access to his Father, we are talking to our loving heavenly Father when we talk to God. We are children of God who can approach Him with joy and confidence! Sermon Text: Ma...

Why do bad things happen to good people? Why do we suffer if God is so powerful and so loving? Why believe in God in a broken world like this? We need a little sight restoration. Instead of eyes on our troubles, God’s grace directs our vision upward. Support the show ~ Changing lives with Jesus! Facebook | YouTube Instagram @dscsienna

The spirit is willing, but the flesh is weak. Do real Christians really sin? If Christians love Jesus, why do they keep doing the stuff Jesus hates? Who will rescue us from this body of death? Thanks be to God! He gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. Support the show ~ Changing lives with Jesus! Facebook | YouTube Instagram @dscsienna

How do we reconcile a just God with a gracious God? What I deserve is to be cast out of his presence forever. That would be justice. Instead, I’m offered pardon, forgiveness, heaven! In his amazing grace, God found a way to be both just and loving. Support the show ~ Changing lives with Jesus! Facebook | YouTube Instagram @dscsienna

With so many changes in our lives, we long for peace. We ache for something certain that we can stand firm upon, even in times of pain and suffering. We find that very thing in Romans 5, an unfailing love that inspires us to rejoice both in the good times and in the not so good times. Support the show ~ Changing lives with Jesus! Facebook | YouTube Instagram @dscsienna

How did we ever get around before google maps? In our Gospel lesson for this weekend Jesus promises a guide for the journey. He will send his Holy Spirit who will teach us all things and remind us of everything that Jesus taught. He will be our guide to keep us on track and constantly show us the best way forward. Message from: May 26, 2019 Support the show ~ Changing lives with Jesus! Facebook |...

Message from: May 12, 2019 Support the show ~ Changing lives with Jesus! Facebook | YouTube Instagram @dscsienna

On our confirmation day, we can’t help but be pumped. We feel like our faith is ready for anything. Yet, experience teaches us that there will be days of testing, when we wonder, “Is this really the Jesus I fell in love with?” It’s hard to be a light for Jesus at those times. If we want to want to make a difference on this journey, it’s imperative that we stay personally connected with Jesus throu...