Pastor David Buchs – Sermons and Bible Studies

Peaceful sleep is a gift from God—but there are moments when slumber becomes dangerous. In this Advent sermon, Rev. David Buchs reflects on Saint Peter’s urgent call to be stirred up, awakened from spiritual drowsiness to watch, wait, and live in hope as the Day of the Lord approaches. Far from fear-driven urgency, this wakefulness is grounded in God’s patience, mercy, and promise of a new creatio...

In this conversation, Pastor David Buchs explores the themes of Psalm 85, emphasizing the importance of remembering God's past actions and the structure of the Psalm. He discusses the significance of baptism and faith, addressing questions about salvation and the implications of physician-assisted suicide. The conversation also touches on the role of suffering in faith and the importance of wo...

Why would anyone be offended by Jesus? In this Advent sermon, Rev. David Buchs reflects on John the Baptist’s question from prison and Jesus’ surprising answer: “Blessed is the one who is not offended by me.” Far from being mild or harmless, Jesus confronts us with a grace that exposes sin, forgives freely, and claims the whole person. Jesus offends precisely because He speaks tenderly to sinners,...

In this sermon, Rev. David Buchs draws a sharp line between the world’s temporary truces and the true peace Christ brings. Drawing on St. Peter’s words, the Christmas story, and the examples of Noah and Lot, he shows that God doesn’t offer a momentary ceasefire from chaos—He brings a decisive victory over every enemy of His people. Christ’s birth is not sentimental calm but the arrival of the conq...

In this Bible study, Rev. David Buchs leads us through Psalm 45, Numbers 14, and Deuteronomy 8—showing how God forms His people through promises, discipline, and steadfast mercy. We see Israel’s fear, Moses’ intercession, and the Lord’s call to remember what He has done so we can walk faithfully in the present. Sunday Bible Study – December 7, 2025 | Grace Lutheran Church, Little Rock Key Themes:...

Sunday Worship – December 7, 2025 | Grace Lutheran Church, Little Rock Sermon by Rev. David Buchs In this Advent sermon, Pastor Buchs invites us to read not only the cosmic signs Jesus describes, but also the personal signs within our own lives—aging, loss, fear, and the unraveling of our own “age.” Rather than responding with despair or distraction, Jesus calls His people to straighten up and rai...

In this sermon from 2 Peter 1, Rev. David Buchs reflects on Peter’s lifelong journey with Jesus—his boldness, failures, restoration, and final words to the Church. Through Peter’s story, we learn the astonishing truth that believers today share the same faith, the same Savior, and the same precious promises. Advent Midweek 1 | December 3, 2025 | Grace Lutheran Church, Little Rock Peter reminds us...

The triumphal entry of Jesus into Jerusalem echoes the coronation of kings who had come before. What's different this time? Let's prepare during the season of Advent to welcome our king aright. Sunday Worship – November 30, 2025 Grace Lutheran Church (LCMS), Little Rock, Arkansas Preacher: Rev. David Buchs

Thanksgiving Day sermon from Grace Lutheran Church, Little Rock, AR.

Join Rev. David Buchs at Grace Lutheran Church, Little Rock, as we explore God’s unfolding plan through Scripture, from the Old Testament feasts and holy places to the genealogy of Jesus Christ. In this study, we see how God sets His people apart, prepares the way for redemption, and calls us to trust Him even when the world seems overwhelming. Key Themes & Takeaways: • The significance of hol...

Jesus’ parable of the Ten Virgins invites us not to panic about the end, but to live as though every moment might be the first moment in the kingdom of God. Christ calls His Church to watchfulness—not out of fear, but out of confidence in His blood, His promises, and His unfailing love. Sunday Worship – November 23, 2025 Grace Lutheran Church (LCMS), Little Rock, Arkansas Preacher: Rev. David Buch...

Violence, vengeance, sacrifice and salvation—Psalm 149 holds together two realities we often try to separate. Praise to God and His righteous judgment belong together, and both reveal the depth of Christ’s mercy. From Old Testament sacrifice to the Lamb of God, we learn why God’s path of life is the only one that saves. Sunday Morning Bible Study – November 23, 2025Grace Lutheran Church, Little Ro...

In this Bible study, we discuss Christian unity, the family nature of the Church, and why communion is inseparable from shared confession. From 1 Corinthians to Leviticus, we consider how God forms His people through His Word, His gifts, and His ordered patterns of worship. Sunday Bible Study – November 16, 2025 | Grace Lutheran Church, Little Rock Key Themes & Takeaways: Christian unity as bo...

Sunday Worship – November 16, 2025 | Grace Lutheran Church, Little Rock, Arkansas Key Themes: True forgiveness is not excusing, forgetting, or minimizing sin—it is writing off the debt. Christians forgive not because it’s easy, but because God has forgiven us an immeasurable debt. Forgiveness is unconditional, necessary, and anchored entirely in God’s mercy. The battle against keeping score is won...

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We live in a world obsessed with signs—looking for confirmation, direction, and meaning. But what if we’re reading them all wrong? In this episode, Pastor David Buchs explores how Scripture teaches us to interpret the signs God gives—not through superstition or self-confirmation, but through faith in the one true sign that matters: the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Drawing from the story...

Pastor David Buchs Grace Lutheran Church, Little Rock, AR #GraceLutheran #LittleRock #Church

Pastor David Buchs Grace Lutheran Church, Little Rock, AR #GraceLutheran #LittleRock #Church

Pastor David Buchs Grace Lutheran Church, Little Rock, AR #GraceLutheran #LittleRock #Church

Pastor David Buchs Grace Lutheran Church, Little Rock, AR #GraceLutheran #LittleRock #Church

Pastor David Buchs Grace Lutheran Church, Little Rock, AR #GraceLutheran #LittleRock #Church

Pastor David Buchs Grace Lutheran Church, Little Rock, AR #GraceLutheran #LittleRock #Church

Pastor David Buchs Grace Lutheran Church, Little Rock, AR #GraceLutheran #LittleRock #Church

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