LW Church Podcast

This message dives into what Jesus really meant when He said in Matthew 6:24, “You cannot serve God and mammon.” Pastor Jason explains that mammon isn’t just about money — it’s a spiritual force that tries to convince us we can trust money to give us what only God can provide. He unpacks mammon as “that in which one trusts,” showing how it becomes a false god that promises security, identity, and...

This sermon explores the desire of King David to have his presence in the house of the Lord be the one thing he desired above all else. While the model of the temple worship no longer exists, the heart of being near to God, gathered with his people in the local church still remains a priority of God for all believers. There are a number of factors today that keep people from prioritizing church, b...

In this sermon, Taylor Brown explores the story of Jesus healing the woman with the issue of bleeding from Luke 8, using it to teach about investing in people's lives. He emphasizes that true investment in others requires being willing to have our schedules interrupted, recognizing that people's problems matter, and understanding that every person has value regardless of their reputation or strugg...

Pastor Jason delivered a message about the danger of staying busy around Jesus rather than being close to Him, using the story of Mary and Martha from Luke 10. He emphasized that while Martha was distracted by many good things, Mary chose the one thing that mattered most - sitting at Jesus' feet and learning from Him. The sermon challenged listeners to examine whether anything in their lives gets...

Pastor Mark addresses the question of whether God grades on a curve, exploring the difference between salvation by works versus salvation by faith. Using Galatians 3, he explains that we are made right with God through faith in Jesus Christ, not by keeping the law or doing good works. The message emphasizes that genuine faith expresses itself in action, specifically through baptism and putting on...

Pastor Jason teaches from John 9 about the blind man who was healed by Jesus, emphasizing that we often get so focused on 'how' things work that we lose sight of 'who' God is. The sermon addresses why many Christians (50% according to research) feel uncomfortable sharing their faith despite believing it's the greatest thing that happened to them. Using the analogy of hitting a 90 mph fastball - wh...

Pastor Jason begins a new series called 'One Thing' focusing on how to keep God as the highest priority in life. Using Philippians 3:13-14 as the foundation, he teaches three key principles for maintaining spiritual focus: don't look back at past failures or successes, look ahead toward God's calling, and look around to choose the right influences. The message emphasizes that when we make God our...

Rick explores what it means to be a true disciple of Jesus, challenging common misconceptions about discipleship. He emphasizes that discipleship is not merely about behavior modification or avoiding hell, but about surrendering our personal filters and agendas to follow Jesus completely. He identifies four major filters through which people view discipleship: upbringing, theology, politics, and p...

This sermon explores the true meaning of joy during the Christmas season, distinguishing it from temporary happiness. Taylor shares a personal story about trying to find acceptance through fake designer shoes, illustrating how we often seek joy in worldly things that ultimately disappoint. Using Luke 2:10-11, the message focuses on the angels' announcement to the shepherds about Jesus' birth as a...

This sermon explores the deep human longing for peace, particularly during the Christmas season. Pastor Jason contrasts the temporary, circumstantial peace we often seek with the lasting, soul-deep peace that comes through Jesus Christ. Using Ephesians 2 as the primary text, the message emphasizes that true peace begins with being reconciled to God vertically before we can experience peace horizon...

This message explores the concept of hope during the Advent season, contrasting human wish lists with God's deeper gifts. Pastor Mark examines Isaiah 8-9, showing how the Israelites faced hopelessness during the Assyrian invasion but received God's promise of a coming Messiah. He explains that while we live in uncertain times with unclear futures, true hope isn't found in human enlightenment but i...

This sermon concludes a 12-week journey through the book of Acts, highlighting how the Holy Spirit transformed a small group of uncertain disciples into world-changing messengers. Pastor Jason provides a flyby overview of Acts chapters 11-28, showing three key themes: the Gospel moves through ordinary people (like those in Antioch), presses through opposition (Paul's persecutions), and travels fro...

This sermon explores Acts 10, the story of Peter's vision and his encounter with Cornelius, a Roman centurion. The message reveals how God refuses to be confined to our expectations and boxes. Through three scenes - Cornelius receiving a vision, Peter's rooftop revelation about clean and unclean foods, and their eventual meeting - we see that God works in unexpected people and places before we arr...

Have you ever experienced a moment when life suddenly stopped you in your tracks? Maybe it was an illness, a job loss, or a relationship that ended unexpectedly. In those moments, it's natural to wonder if God is punishing us or if we've done something wrong. Saul was living what appeared to be a successful religious life. He was educated, respected, and zealous for what he believed was right. Yet...

This sermon explores Acts chapter 8, focusing on Philip's encounter with the Ethiopian eunuch on the desert road. The message emphasizes how God uses persecution and scattering to advance His mission, positioning ordinary believers like Philip to reach people in unexpected places. Philip, who started as a food pantry worker, becomes an evangelist through simple obedience to God's direction. The Et...

This sermon focuses on Stephen from Acts 6-8, using his life as an example of what it means to walk with God. When walk with God, we begin to look like Him, act like Him, and move like Him. Stephen's story demonstrates how a life in step with the Spirit results in God flowing through us, even in the face of persecution and death. The message challenges believers to examine who they are walking wit...

This sermon from Acts 6:1-7 explores how the early church handled a significant conflict regarding food distribution between Hellenistic and Hebraic Jews. The apostles demonstrated godly leadership by addressing the issue head-on, involving the entire congregation in finding a solution, and empowering others to take leadership roles. Remarkably, the predominantly Hebraic Jewish congregation chose...

This sermon from Acts 5 explores the story of Ananias and Sapphira, who lied about their offering to appear more generous than they were, resulting in their deaths. The message emphasizes that God values authenticity over appearance and that purity must come before power in the church. The apostles, despite being imprisoned and beaten for preaching about Jesus, continued to obey God rather than hu...

The early church experienced explosive growth from 120 believers to potentially 20,000 in Jerusalem, demonstrating a movement that transformed lives. This growth wasn't built on programs or buildings, but on people hearing the message and choosing to believe. When Peter and John were questioned about their power, they pointed to Jesus as the only source of salvation. The religious leaders were ast...

The spread of Christianity has always been fueled by personal stories of transformation. In Acts 3, Peter and John demonstrate this when they heal a lame beggar who then leaps with joy in the temple courts, drawing amazed crowds. Our testimonies become powerful when we show the change Jesus has made in our lives, give Him the credit, and invite others to experience the same transformation. Whether...

In this sermon, Pastor explores Acts 2, focusing on Peter's Spirit-filled sermon at Pentecost. After the disciples began speaking in different languages, some onlookers accused them of being drunk. Peter stands up and explains that this is not drunkenness but the fulfillment of Joel's prophecy about God pouring out His Spirit on all people in the last days. Peter then presents four pieces of evide...

The Holy Spirit's arrival at Pentecost marked a pivotal moment in history, transforming how believers relate to God. This divine presence works through powerful symbols like wind (representing life-giving power) and fire (signifying purification and passion). The Spirit fills believers continuously, empowering them with spiritual gifts to glorify God and fulfill Jesus' mission. Rather than trying...

Two thousand years ago, Jesus started a movement to bring God's kingdom to earth, and today, we continue that work. After Jesus ascended, the disciples faced uncertainty and danger, yet they responded by gathering in an 'upper room' to pray together with one mind and passion. Prayer is essential for aligning ourselves with God's plans and preparing the way for His movement. By practicing the PRAY...

The Book of Acts, written by Luke, chronicles how a small group of fearful believers transformed into a movement that continues to impact the world 2,000 years later. It reveals Jesus continuing His work through the Holy Spirit-empowered church after His ascension. The disciples were instructed to wait for the Holy Spirit's power before beginning their mission, emphasizing that ordinary people nee...

Walking with the Lion of Judah requires a relentless pursuit of new life in Christ that goes beyond comfortable worship of Jesus as the Lamb. This pursuit isn't a scheduled activity but an attitude influencing our entire life. Many Christians struggle with following the powerful, challenging Lion because it takes us out of our comfort zones and requires submission. True power in the Christian life...