LRPC Sermon Archives

Welcome to church! Today we are wrapping up our "HABITS: Running the Race" series on this Super Sunday. While the rest of the world is focused on the "Big Game," we are focusing on the "Big Victory" already won for us by Jesus. Pastor Tom explores the final habit: Sacraments. We’ll look at the beautiful meaning behind Baptism and Communion—what the Presbyterian tradition calls the "outward sign of...

Welcome back to Week 5 of our H.A.B.I.T.S. series! In this series, we are exploring the six essential rhythms that help every believer excel in their spiritual life. Today, we focus on the letter "T" and how the habit of generosity impacts the heart of the runner. Whether you are catching up on the series or joining us for the first time, we are glad you’re here to run this race with us. Worship N...

What does it take to run the spiritual race well? In Week 4 of our HABITS series, we're looking at the discipline of an athlete versus the discipline of a disciple. Big Idea: Church involvement means working together to put others first. Using the testimony of former Dallas Cowboys linebacker Bradie James and the blueprint of the early church in Acts 2, we explore why "hanging out" as a church is...

Pastor's Corner Bible Study at Heartfelt Radio with Burch and Lisa. Have you ever felt like you were in a "control freak" spiral? 🌀 You have the plan, you have the logic, and you have the movement—but you can’t seem to find the peace? STAY CONNECTED: 📍 Join us live every Wednesday at 7:07 AM on [HeartfeltRadio.org](https://www.heartfeltradio.org) 📖 Follow along with our "Spiritual Habits" serie...

How many miles does your thumb travel every day? 📱 We spend hours scrolling through feeds that leave us feeling empty, yet we struggle to find five minutes for the Book that offers life. In this third installment of our Habits series we offer a challenge: Scripture over Scrolling. It’s not about legalism; it’s about choosing a better rhythm for your soul. Join us as we learn how to: Swap digital...

Lean On Me: Why Even the Pros Need Accountability | H.A.B.I.T.S. (Week 2) Description: "I run with purpose in every step." — 1 Corinthians 9:26 Welcome to Week 2 of our series, H.A.B.I.T.S. This week we dive into the power of Accountability. We often think of accountability as a "policing" tool, but the Bible shows us it's actually a "healing" tool. In this message, we explore: How NFL stars use t...

Most New Year’s resolutions fail by next Friday—a day known as "Quitter’s Day." 📉 But following Jesus isn't about a one-time wish; it's about a daily habit. In this kickoff to our new series, we explore why "Hanging Out with God" is the essential first step in running the race of faith. Learn the "Jesus Pattern" of prayer and how to turn your spiritual life from manual to automatic. 🏃‍♂️💨 Let's...

The wrapping paper is in the bin, the "new" has worn off the gifts, and the holiday hype is behind us. But what if the story isn't over? 🎁 In our final message of the year, we’re looking at why the Grinch didn't just stay on the mountain—he turned the sleigh around. From the "Who-ville" return trip to the story of a charred Stradivarius violin, we explore God not as a "scrap metal dealer," but as...

Welcome to "Lights, Camera, Christmas!" In this series, we step out of the holiday rush to examine the core themes of Advent through the eyes of the Christmas story characters. A Surprise for Week 4... 🕯️ Today we will light the 4th candle of Advent—the candle of Love and unpack the faithfulness of Mary as a model for how we can live our lives in this crazy time. If you feel 'entangled' in the mes...

Week 3: Joy – The Astonished Messenger The holidays are supposed to be about joy, but for many of us, they just become a stressful chase for happiness—the perfect gift, the perfect party, the perfect moment. We spend so much energy pursuing that "peak experience," only to find that happiness is fragile and often leads to disappointment or exhaustion (think of the chaos of a traffic jam on Mount Ev...

Forget the silent night. The very first Christmas was messy, tense, and incredibly chaotic—especially for Joseph and Mary! In this message, we unpack the dramatic, stressful, real-life events of Jesus's birth and discover the powerful antidote to holiday anxiety: Jesus offers peace in the midst of chaos. We look at Joseph’s journey and find a blueprint for maintaining peace when life falls apart:...

Welcome to "Lights, Camera, Christmas!" In this series, we step out of the holiday rush to examine the core themes of Advent through the eyes of the Christmas story characters. This week focuses on HOPE. We dive into the prophecy of Isaiah 9:2, 6-7 to understand why Christian hope is a confident certainty—not a fragile wish—because it's anchored in the promised King. Big Idea: Jesus is the promise...

⚾ The Final Broadcast: Mark Zimmerman Signs Off After 32 Years Pastor Tom Roepke joined Heartfelt Mornings with Mark Zimmerman and Burchon English to lead the Wednesday Bible Study. This segment captures the emotional final moments of Mark Zimmerman's 32-year run on the air, immediately following his last Wednesday morning Bible study. The Final Bible Study: Finishing Strong Mark Zimmerman: Long...

This Sunday marks the final message in our series, "Gradually, Then Suddenly!" We've spent weeks learning that God’s biggest breakthroughs are built on patient faithfulness. Now, it's time for action. We're closing out the series by diving into Zechariah 4:7, challenging us to stop letting our obstacles paralyze us. God has empowered you to step into the "suddenly" by making a Grand Gesture—that o...

We are diving deep into Week 2 of our series, "Gradually Then Suddenly," exploring what it truly means to live a life of intentional faith! Pastor Tom shares powerful insights from his recent trip to the Download Youth Ministry Roundtables Conference in Irvine, California. We’re wrestling with a life-changing principle: Obedience often comes first, and the feelings follow. It's a powerful service...

Have you ever felt stuck in the waiting? Like you're doing all the right things, but nothing seems to be happening? You're not alone!   In this episode, we're kicking off an exciting new series called "Gradually, Then Suddenly," exploring the powerful truth that God's biggest miracles are often built on years—sometimes centuries—of quiet, faithful steps.   We'll journey back to Exodus 1 and uncove...

We've explored five ways to be a blessing: Prayer, Listening, Eating, and Serving. These actions are vital, showing love without saying a word. But is only being kind enough? The final step is the most challenging: Share your Story. We often stop ourselves because we feel unqualified or afraid of imposing. But sharing your story is simply humbly telling someone what changed your life. You don't ne...

It is Reformation Sunday and also week 5 of our series, How to Bless Your Neighbor. Our mission is to Love God, Love Others, with No Limits, and we do that by being a blessing to the people God has put in our lives. This week, we dive into the first 'S' in our B.L.E.S.S. acronym: Serve. We are going to offer a challenge for us all to embrace a radical paradigm shift—a move from a crown to an apron...

We're pausing our "How to Bless Your Neighbor" (B.L.E.S.S.) series briefly this week to bring you a truly vital message on perseverance and assignment. This week's word  from Pastor Noah Herrin challenges us with a vital question: Are you faithful to the finish? Drawing inspiration from the life of Noah, we are reminded: Starting things is easy. Finishing things is biblical. If you’ve been feeling...

Welcome to Week 4 of our series, How to Bless Your Neighbor! 👋 This week, we're diving into the third practice in the B.L.E.S.S. acronym: Eating. You read that right—sharing a meal isn't just a fun social activity; it's a profound way to live out the mission of Jesus! Let's discover how Jesus used shared meals—even with the most despised people of his day—to affirm their worth and bring healing....

We all know the pain of feeling unheard—that feeling someone is just "waiting to speak" instead of truly listening. But the simple act of listening is the key to our mission! This week, we continue How to BLESS Your Neighbor by focusing on the "L"—Listen. Jesus showed us that being heard is close to being loved when He stopped to hear the blind beggar (Luke 18:35-43) and engaged the man at Bethesd...

BLESS Series: Part 2 - B is for Begin with Prayer   Do you ever wonder if your prayers actually make a difference? You might hope your neighbors find their way back to God, but Jesus invites us to start actively helping by getting on our knees.   This week let's hear about the amazing (and slightly terrifying!) hairbrush story and unpack how Jesus Himself consistently prioritized prayer, even when...

In a world searching for meaning, we believe God is calling us to be a source of blessing. This week, we explore our church's mission: Love God, Love Others, No Limits. Drawing from the stories of Abraham and Zacchaeus, we uncover a powerful truth: we have been blessed to be a blessing. We'll introduce you to the B.L.E.S.S. practices—five simple, everyday ways to live out this mission and help oth...

After 5 years of waking up with him on the radio, Mark Zimmerman is announcing his transition from "Heartfelt Mornings." Mark invited Pastor Dan Page and Pastor Tom Roepke to join him for the September 16, 2025 Heartfelt Mornings show.  Together, along with co-host Burch English, Mark shares why he's stepping back and what's next for him, including spending more time with his family, pursuing crea...

It feels like the world is spinning out of control, filled with noise, anger, and division. But what if we told you there's a different way? This week we're launching a new two-part series called "Love Your Neighbor." We'll explore how simple acts of love can be a powerful force against the spiritual darkness around us. It's time to stop just watching the chaos and start being the change. Join us...