Lanse Free Church Sermons

We are learning together about following Jesus by carefully studying His theological biography entitled “The Gospel of Matthew.” Be encouraged by t his message that shows us The Son of Man Came to Suffer and The Son of Man Came to Serve. Pastor Matt preaching on Matthew 20:17-28. Full manuscript available at Pastor Matt’s blog. You… The post The Suffering Serving Son of Man – 7 July 2019 appeared...

We are learning together about following Jesus by carefully studying His theological biography entitled “The Gospel of Matthew.” This week we learn about an upside down kingdom, learning that the Lord is perfectly just and amazingly gracious. Pastor Matt preaching on Matthew 20:1-16. Full manuscript available at Pastor Matt’s blog. You can listen here or “Right-Click”… The post First and Last – 30...

While Pastor Matt is away this week, Donnie Rosie, Marketing Director at Miracle Mountain Ranch joins us and shares his thoughts on John 20 Donnie Rosie Preaching on John: 20. You can listen here or “Right-Click” and “Save-as” to download the sermon: Donnie Rosie – 23 June 2019 The post Donnie Rosie – 23 June 2019 appeared first on Lanse Free Church :: Lanse, PA .

Matthew 19 marks the beginning of a new section in the Gospel of Matthew. Jesus has finished his 4th major block of teaching and is now headed towards Jerusalem. And on His way, He runs into several different people and has some significant interactions with them, which we might call “teachable moments.” Int his passage… The post The Lord of Marriage – 9 June 2019 appeared first on Lanse Free Chur...

As Pastor Matt prepared to preach a message for our high school graduates, he thought of Psalm 15, which describes a person who will never be shaken. This is something our graduates, and really all of us, need to hold on to.  How to we ensure we are never shaken? Walk the Walk, Talk the… The post Never Shaken – 2 June 2019 appeared first on Lanse Free Church :: Lanse, PA .

We are learning together about following Jesus by carefully studying His theological biography entitled “The Gospel of Matthew.” This week we go deeper into chapter 18, which marks the beginning of the fourth of five major blocks of teaching in the Gospel of Matthew, by explaining to His disciples what they should do when another… The post If Your Brother Sins Against You – 26 May 2019 appeared fi...

Our text today is not your normal Mother’s Day text. It’s not Proverbs 31 or something like that. And it’s from a guy’s perspective. It’s written by King David. But you know what? Being a mom is, I think, a lot like being a king. Because you know what I think the hardest part of… The post Unshaken Moms – 12 May 2019 appeared first on Lanse Free Church :: Lanse, PA .

We are learning together about following Jesus by carefully studying His theological biography entitled “The Gospel of Matthew.” We’ve reached chapter 18 which marks the beginning of the fourth of five major blocks of teaching in the Gospel of Matthew, which seems to be mostly about living as Jesus’ disciples in community with one another.… The post These Little Ones – 28 April 2019 appeared first...

We are taking a break from our current sermon series to focus on Jesus Christ and his Resurrection. This Resurrection Sunday, we take a look at Titus 3 as we ponder Christ’s sacrifice and resurrection and celebrate John Walter’s baptism. He Saved Us. Not because of us. In spite of us. By washing us. Through… The post He Saved Us – 21 April 2019 appeared first on Lanse Free Church :: Lanse, PA .

While Pastor Matt is away this week, Allegheny District Superintendent Jeff Powell shares his thoughts on the difference between committed faith and devoted faith. What do you aspire to be in your faith? Consider being devoted to sacrificial love, biblical gospel thinking, generous living, prayerful dependence, and relational disciplemaking. Pastor Jeff Powell preaching on Acts… The post The Model...

The Gospel of Matthew is a theological biography. And the key question of any biography is WHO, right? For the last several months, we’ve said, “In the Gospel of Matthew, you’ve got to keep your eye on the ball. And the ball is the question of Jesus’ identity. Who is this Person?” We’ve seen that… The post Take Up His Cross – 17 March 2019 appeared first on Lanse Free Church :: Lanse, PA .

The Gospel of Matthew is a theological biography. And the key question of any biography is WHO, right? For the last several months, we’ve said, “In the Gospel of Matthew, you’ve got to keep your eye on the ball. And the ball is the question of Jesus’ identity. Who is this Person?” We’ve seen that… The post The Question and the Promise – 10 March 2019 appeared first on Lanse Free Church :: Lanse, P...

Our sermon series is called, “Following Jesus” because that’s what we’re learning to do in the Gospel of Matthew. Matthew is a theological biography of the most compelling Person in history–the Person of Jesus Christ. And Jesus Christ has called us to follow Him and fish for more followers. In today’s passage we are encouraged… The post The Pharisees and Sadducees – 3 March 2019 appeared first on...

Our sermon series is called, “Following Jesus” because that’s what we’re learning to do in the Gospel of Matthew. Matthew is a theological biography of the most compelling Person in history–the Person of Jesus Christ. And Jesus Christ has called us to follow Him and fish for more followers. So, in today’s passage, Jesus takes… The post Great Faith in a Great God – 24 February 2019 appeared first o...

Our sermon series is called, “Following Jesus” because that’s what we’re learning to do in the Gospel of Matthew. Matthew is a theological biography of the most compelling Person in history–the Person of Jesus Christ. And Jesus Christ has called us to follow Him and fish for more followers. Jesus doesn’t pull any punches in… The post Worthless Worship – 17 February 2019 appeared first on Lanse Fre...

We take a step away from our current sermon series for some reflections on the 2019 EFCA Theology conference. God made all things good. He made all of us in His image. God will make all things new. Pastor Matt preaching on Genesis 1 and Revelation 21. Full manuscript available at Pastor Matt’s blog. You can… The post The Creator and His Creation — 10 February 2019 appeared first on Lanse Free Chur...

Our sermon series is called, “Following Jesus” because that’s what we’re learning to do in the Gospel of Matthew. Matthew is a theological biography of the most compelling Person in history–the Person of Jesus Christ. And Jesus Christ has called us to follow Him and fish for more followers. This week we look at another… The post It Is I – 3 February 2019 appeared first on Lanse Free Church :: Lans...

Our sermon series is called, “Following Jesus” because that’s what we’re learning to do in the Gospel of Matthew. Matthew is a theological biography of the most compelling Person in history–the Person of Jesus Christ. And Jesus Christ has called us to follow Him and fish for more followers. This week we look at a… The post Five Loaves, Two Fish, and Jesus – 27 January 2019 appeared first on Lanse...

Our sermon series is called, “Following Jesus” because that’s what we’re learning to do in the Gospel of Matthew. Matthew is a theological biography of the most compelling Person in history–the Person of Jesus Christ. And Jesus Christ has called us to follow Him and fish for more followers. Matthew tells us that Jesus finishes… The post Living the Last Beatitude – 13 January 2019 appeared first on...

Our sermon series is called, “Following Jesus” because that’s what we’re learning to do in the Gospel of Matthew. Matthew is a theological biography of the most compelling Person in history–the Person of Jesus Christ. And Jesus Christ has called us to follow Him and fish for more followers. In this section of Matthew, we’re… The post The Treasure of the Kingdom – 6 January 2019 appeared first on L...

Taking a break from our current sermon series, we ponder the birth of Christ and the theme of Great Joy. Great Joy Right Now. Great Joy Someday Soon. Pastor Matt preaching on Luke 2:10. Full manuscript available at Pastor Matt’s blog. You can listen here or “Right-Click” and “Save-as” to download the sermon: Great Joy –… The post Great Joy – 23 December 2018 appeared first on Lanse Free Church ::...

Our sermon series is called, “Following Jesus” because that’s what we’re learning to do in the Gospel of Matthew. Matthew is a theological biography of the most compelling Person in history–the Person of Jesus Christ. And Jesus Christ has called us to follow Him and fish for more followers. In this section of Matthew, we’re… The post What Is Really Going On? – 16 December 2018 appeared first on La...

Our sermon series is called, “Following Jesus” because that’s what we’re learning to do in the Gospel of Matthew. Matthew is a theological biography of the most compelling Person in history–the Person of Jesus Christ. And Jesus Christ has called us to follow Him and fish for more followers. We start our third major teaching… The post Get It? 9 December 2018 appeared first on Lanse Free Church :: L...

Our sermon series is called, “Following Jesus” because that’s what we’re learning to do in the Gospel of Matthew. Matthew is a theological biography of the most compelling Person in history–the Person of Jesus Christ. And Jesus Christ has called us to follow Him and fish for more followers. In today’s passage,Jesus urges us to… The post This Wicked Generation – 2 December 2018 appeared first on La...

Our sermon series is called, “Following Jesus” because that’s what we’re learning to do in the Gospel of Matthew. Matthew is a theological biography of the most compelling Person in history–the Person of Jesus Christ. And Jesus Christ has called us to follow Him and fish for more followers. In today’s passage,Jesus says that what… The post Overflow – 25 November 2018 appeared first on Lanse Free C...