Faith Lutheran - Sharpsburg

“Do you see?” “Don’t get ahead of yourself.” “What difference does it make?” This Father’s Day, listen to timeless advice from the Apostle Paul about where a persecuted church’s hope lies. Pastor Schroeder’s sermon preached at Faith on June 21, 2026. Intro/Outro Music: “Depth of Field” by David Hilowitz

Can Jesus really take a sinner and use him for gospel purposes? Well, if the stories in the pages of Scripture have anything to say about it, absolutely. For Jesus, it's not about where you've been or even where you are, but where he can take you. Pastor Schroeder’s sermon preached at Faith on June 6, 2026. Intro/Outro Music: “Depth of Field” by David Hilowitz

When Jesus says to his disciples, “If you love me, keep my commandments,” it would have been easy for them to get defensive. As we face these words today, our reaction is the same—I’ve got a lot of explaining to do if my actions are direct evidence of my love for God. But Jesus’ words aren’t calling our salvation into question, they’re showing us the way to a life of devotion. Vicar Schroeder’s se...

Christianity is the most inclusive, but also the most exclusive religion in the world. Everyone’s invited, but Jesus is THE way, THE truth, and THE life. No one come to the Father except through him. How do we reconcile that with the way we think here on earth, where everybody wants to believe that there could be many ways to heaven? Pastor Schroeder’s sermon preached at Faith on May 3, 2026. Intr...

Nobody wants to be a sheep. They’re a weak animal, susceptible to danger, and helpless on their own! But Jesus is our Good Shepherd— in him we find out comfort. His sheep listen to his voice. He knows them by name, and they follow him. Vicar Schroeder’s sermon preached at Faith on April 26, 2026. Intro/Outro Music: “Depth of Field” by David Hilowitz

When you think about all the things Thomas had been through lately, it’s not hard to understand why he had questions. But does that make it ok? How does Jesus respond to the persistent doubts and questions of those who follow him? Four simple words—Peace be with you. Vicar Schroeder’s sermon preached at Faith on April 12, 2026. Intro/Outro Music: “Depth of Field” by David Hilowitz

It’s easy to forget the grim reality of being human— we are mortal, and at some point this will all come to the end. One man breaks that mold, however. Jesus rose from the dead after three days, proving once and for all that eternal life is available for those who put their hope in him. Pastor Schroeder’s sermon preached at Faith on April 5, 2026. Intro/Outro Music: “Depth of Field” by David Hilow...

A man born blind sits at the gate. He didn't end up there as punishment for sin. He ended up there because Jesus was going to walk by. In John 9, Jesus shows us what he does with broken, blind, outcast people and how he does the same thing with us. He comes close, and shows his glory. Vicar Schroeder’s sermon preached at Faith on March 1, 2026. Intro/Outro Music: “Depth of Field” by David Hilowitz

Sometimes when it comes to sinners, there’s baggage and sin that needs to be cleared on of the way so the gospel can do its job. When Jesus is given water by a Samaritan women, he offers her living water. What is this living water that eliminates thirst for good? Pastor Schroeder’s sermon preached at Faith on March 8, 2026. Intro/Outro Music: “Depth of Field” by David Hilowitz

Sometimes people get confused when they read the story of Jesus being tempted in the wilderness. “So if I just resist Satan’s temptation like Jesus, I’m good to go?” Well, that’s no exactly the point. When we look at our lives, it doesn’t take long to realize that we come nowhere near God’s standard of perfection. We need someone to fight for us. Pastor Schroeder’s sermon preached at Faith on Febr...

It’s scary to be lost in the dark all alone. Not only does Jesus pierce through the darkness to find and rescue us, but then he invites us to continue to follow his light. How will you respond to such an invitation? What does it mean to fish for men anyway? Pastor Schroeder breaks down Matthew 4 and explains that Jesus’ invitation is for you, and your Savior will give you everything you need to fo...

Paul identified a "Jesus-plus" sort of misbelief in Colossae. . . one Satan still tries to use today. But was Christ's sacrifice really all sufficient for sinners like us? Join Vicar Schroeder as he explored how Jesus the Lamb of God has finished the work and given us everything we need. Vicar Schroeder’s sermon preached at Faith on January 18, 2026. Intro/Outro Music: “Depth of Field” by David Hi...

Have you noticed that none of the characters mentioned in Matthew’s account of the wise men are really that wise? The Festival of Epiphany isn’t about the wisdom of any particular man or woman, but how God has made us wise for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus. Pastor Schroeder’s sermon preached at Faith on January 4, 2026. Intro/Outro Music: “Depth of Field” by David Hilowitz

It’s clear that the world is broken. Politics, power, fear, guilt, and death itself all seem impossibly complicated. Yet on Christmas, God responds with an elegant solution—one that begins with a baby in a manger. Pastor Schroeder’s sermon preached at Faith on December 24, 2025. Intro/Outro Music: “Depth of Field” by David Hilowitz

What does it take for promises and prophecies to become real for us? Joseph, the earthly father of Jesus, shows us what can happen when they do. Vicar Schroeder walks through the lessons we can learn from Joseph, and how they lead us to the undeniable conclusion that God is really with us this Christmas. Vicar Schroeder’s sermon preached at Faith on December 14, 2025. Intro/Outro Music: “Depth of...

Advent begins our wait by lifting our eyes where Isaiah lifts his—to the mountain of the Lord. There, many nations stream upward to Zion while the Lord’s own Word flows downward to meet them. In a world searching for a king who brings peace and truth, Isaiah shows us where to look— to the King whose teaching goes out from Zion and whose light calls us to walk in his ways. Vicar Schroeder’s sermon...

Today we journey through the sweep of the Church Year to see one unbroken story: Christ the King revealing his saving work step by step. From the hope of Advent to the joy of Christmas, from the sacrifice of Lent to the victory of Easter, from the Spirit’s fire at Pentecost to the final promise of his return—every season proclaims the same truth. Our King has come, our King reigns, and our King wi...

Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego faced the furnace not because their faith failed, but because they trusted the God who saves. Their refusal to bow isn’t stubbornness, it’s confidence that the Lord is worthy of trust even when the flames rise and deliverance seems impossible. In the fire, the Lord makes himself known. This week we’ll see how their story invites us to the same confession— the God wh...

The Sadducees approach Jesus with a question meant to prove that this life is all there is. We often live the same way—fearing death or filling life with as much as we can before time runs out. But Jesus answers with Scripture and reveals the truth: God “is not the God of the dead, but of the living.” In Christ, death is not the end. Come hear how Jesus confronts our fear of death and replaces it...

Do you ever find yourself “up a tree” spiritually—stuck, searching, curious, but scared to get closer to Jesus? Zacchaeus was literally there, up a sycamore tree, trying to catch a glimpse of the Savior. But before he could find Jesus, Jesus found him. In this message, we’ll see how Christ meets us in our stuck places, calls us by name, and teaches us what true forgiveness is. Pastor Schroeder’s s...

The parable of the persistent widow calls us to check our prayer posture. Are we praying like people who believe God hears and cares, or are we trying to hold on tight to our sense of control? Jesus' parable invites us to keep coming before our righteous Judge with humble confidence, trusting his timing, his heart, and his promises. Vicar Schroeder’s sermon preached at Faith on October 19, 2025. I...

So you want to be a disciple... Sounds simple until Jesus starts describing what that really means. In Luke 17:1–10, Jesus challenges his followers to forgive endlessly, serve humbly, and trust fully. This week we'll explore what discipleship looks like and how God invites forgiven sinners to be humble servants in his kingdom. Vicar Schroeder’s sermon preached at Faith at October 5, 2025. Intro/Ou...

Everyone wants to make the most of their money. In Luke 16, however, Jesus turns our ideas of wealth and security upside down. He warns against clinging to riches that fade and calls us to use earthly treasures in service to God’s eternal kingdom. This week’s sermon invites us to trade futility for utility as we invest in what lasts forever. Vicar Schroeder’s sermon preached at Faith at September...

The found are left; the lost are found. In Luke 15, Jesus tells the parables of the lost sheep and the lost coin, showing us the heart of a God who seeks the straying and rejoices over their return. This week we’ll explore the scandal of grace: why God’s mercy runs after the lost, why the found are called to wait, and how Christ restores broken sinners to his family. Pastor Schroeder’s sermon prea...

Carrying a cross is never easy. Jesus makes it clear that following him means counting the cost and putting him above everything else. In his letter to Philemon, Paul shows what that love looks like in real life: courage to forgive, compassion to restore, and confidence to act as Christ has acted for us. Pastor Schroeder’s sermon preached at Faith at September 7, 2025. Intro/Outro Music: “Depth of...