Light of the Valleys

What does the word "blessed" mean to you? Would you describe your life as blessed? People have lots of different thoughts on what makes for a blessed life--and so does Jesus. Join us for worship at Light of the Valleys as we focus on Jesus' description of what makes life truly blessed. Message based on Matthew 5:1-5.

"You make me happy, when skies are gray."  That is more than a lyric from a classic song.  It's also the truth about the effect that Jesus has on our life.  Light of the Valleys invites you today to see how Jesus cuts through the gloom and darkness of life, as we take a look at Isaiah 8:19-9:4.

"It's too small a thing..." If you're setting a direction for a company, you may be accused of thinking too small.  "Dream big," they may tell you.  When it comes to Jesus, our heavenly Father wants us to make sure that we don't limit him.  Today, Light of the Valleys invites you to see how big and impactful Jesus is as Isaiah 49:1-6 encourages us to see to "Keep the Lights On: &nbs...

By now, the "twelve days" of Christmas is over.  Gifts are put away or returned.  Most trees are down.  And yet, let's not be so quick to move on from the comfort and joy of Christmas.  Light of the Valleys Lutheran Church of Reno invites you to join us as we consider the reason we have to "Keep the Lights On" as we look at Isaiah 60:1-6.

Happy New Year! As we welcome in a new year of God's grace, maybe you're excited to hit "refresh" on life. Join us at Light of the Valleys as we reflect on all the ways that God has refreshed us and made us new through Jesus.

In the first chapter of John we are reminded just how much it meant that God would take flesh and make his dwelling among us. Due to technical difficulties, the audio starts at the second half of the sermon as God makes his dwelling among us. For a full transcript of this sermon, please visit our website at: lightofthevalleys.org

Are you with me? The uncertainty in that question can leave us feeling on edge. How does God answer that question? Is God with us? Light of the Valleys Ministries invites you to join us today as we focus on Jesus being our "Immanuel," our with-us God. Our sermon today will be based on Matthew 1:18-25.

"Are you the one?"  On many levels, we look for "the one."  We look for the right gift, the right job, the right pet, the right spouse.  For thousands of years, God's people looked for "the One" Messiah.  When Jesus came, he showed himself to be "The One."  Light of the Valleys Ministries invites you to consider that this means for us today, as we take a closer look at Mat...

"Come, Lord Jesus."  We understand that when Jesus is coming as a baby.  But what about on the other end of the spectrum -- when he comes back as judge?  Do we really want him to come as that?  Light of the Valleys Lutheran in Reno, NV invites you to listen to a message based on Isaiah 11:1-10, which leads us to pray, "Come, Lord Jesus, as Judge."

Christmas is coming.  That's an obvious statement.  But just who is this baby?  He's likely more than we think.  Today, Light of the Valleys Lutheran Ministries of Reno, NV invites you to join them in praying, "Come, Lord Jesus, as our King."  Message based on Isaiah 2:1-5.

Are you prepared?  No, we're not asking about Thanksgiving or Christmas.  But, are you prepared for something much bigger; are you prepared for THE END.  Are you prepared for when Jesus returns?  Today, as we look at the last chapter of the Bible, Light of the Valleys Lutheran in Reno, NV invites you to consider how we can be prepared for the Last Day.

Ever get invited to a party and wonder, "Who's going to be there?"  While the ultimate joy of heaven is that Jesus will be there, today we also celebrate that our loved ones who have died in the Lord will be there with us.   Today, Light of the Valleys of Reno, NV invites you to join us for worship as we get a little glimpse about the glories of heaven. Message based on Revelation 2...

Everyone wants to go to heaven, but why? What makes heaven so special? Today, Light of the Valleys of Reno, NV invites you to join us for worship as we learn about the incredible things God has waiting for us in heaven.  Message based on Revelation 22:1-5.

What's the best book you've ever read?  While it's still the best seller, we maybe take for granted the blessing of God's Word in our life.  Today, Light of the Valleys of Reno, NV invites you to worship as we Cling to God's Word for the message of forgiveness.  Message based on Jeremiah 31:31-34.

How do we know how to make the right decisions? How do we do the right thing when the right thing isn't easy? Light of the Valleys of Reno, Nevada invites you to join us as we learn from an unlikely example of doing the right thing, and recognize who it is that makes the right thing "right."

Have you ever found yourself in a wrestling match?  Maybe not physically, but there are times in our lives where we are wrestling with decisions.  Light of the Valleys of Reno, Nevada invites you to join us as we watch a historical wrestling match in Genesis 32:22-30 and we pray that God uses this scene to our increase our faith to demand his blessings.

Our pastor-intern, Nathan Holz, invites listeners to take a closer look at the account of Noah (Genesis 8:15-22) as we are inspired to Overflow with Gratitude.

Are you satisfied with your life?  Are you content?  Today, Light of the Valleys Lutheran Ministries of Reno, NV invites you to dig into the Bible to learn the secret of contentment.  Message based on Hebrews 13:1-6.

Do you feel hopeless?  Do you feel like you have nothing to live for?  Today, Light of the Valleys Lutheran Church of Reno invites you to hear God's promise that he still has plans for you... plans to give you hope and future.  Message based on Jeremiah 29:11.

What's the most valuable thing you ever lost?  What was your reaction when you found the lost item?  Today, Light of the Valleys Lutheran Church of Reno invites you to see the joy of God and the angels as they rejoice over finding you.  Message based on Luke 15:8-10.

Did you ever notice how dark this world is?  God's solution may be surprising.  Today, Light of the Valleys invites you to see how God says, "You are the light of the world."  Today's message is shared with us by Nathan Holz, a pastor-intern at our congregation.  The message is based on Matthew 5:14-16.

Do you suffer from pride?  That's a little bit of a trick question.  If you say, "No," then you're proud of your humility.  If you say, "Yes," then you confess you are.  In reality, we all suffer from pride on some level.  But what's the antidote to pride?  That's the question Light of the Valleys church invites you to consider as we take a look at Proverbs 25:6-7.

Does it really matter what I believe?  Is hell real?  Is heaven real?  What difference does Jesus make?  Light of the Valleys Lutheran Ministries of Reno, NV invites you to join us as we answer such important questions as we consider the message, "Enter Through the Narrow Door," a message based on Luke 13:22-30.

"I have nothing I can say."  Ever say or think that?  Today, as we welcome a new pastor-intern into our midst, we are reminded about the power of God's Word and to speak it faithfully.  Light of the Valleys Lutheran Ministries in Reno, NV invites you to join us as we celebrate the power of God's Word through a message based on Jeremiah 23:23-29.

"Money doesn't make you happy." We've all heard, and possibly have uttered this cliche, and yet often the thing we worry, argue, and think about the most is money. How should a Christian think about money? What does Jesus want us to do with our money?   Today, we learn from the Old Testament king Solomon about the temporal nature of earthly wealth, what true wealth is, and where to find...