Sermons from Ascension Lutheran Church, RPV

How have we become people who only consume and rarely create? How does this relate us to Pharaoh.

We continue our Bible in a Year-ish series in the Book of Genesis as we dive into the Patriarchs and the sons of Israel, where we learn that we are those who wrestle with God.

This week we discuss the story of Abraham and the sacrifice of Isaac in the Book of Genesis, where we learn that, by this time in his life, Abraham knew the character of God, and trusted him -- that he would return from the mountain with Isaac, his son and heir.

Pastor Scott answers your Bible questions from our readings in the Chronological Study Bible, among them: "Where did Cain get his wife?" and "Why did Abram willingly give up Sarai to Pharaoh?"

We begin our Bible in a Year-ish in the Book of Genesis. The common theme in the Bible is this: God Creates, humans rebel, God restores.

As we wrap up our study of Psalm 32 and prepare for reading the Bible in a year-ish, we learn of God's abundant blessings for us.

This week we learn that we are a Sabbath people. God command us to rest -- for our own good. As we work out of our rest, we trust in God, knowing that he has us. We enjoy what he has given us as we rest and let him transform us.

We continue our study of Psalm 32.

We continue our study of Psalm 32.

This week we begin our study of Psalm 32, where we learn that, "Happy are those whose transgression is forgiven, whose sin is covered."

In today’s message, we reflect on the often-overlooked book of 2 John and explore the profound mystery at the heart of our Christian faith—the truth that Jesus is both fully God and fully human. Pastor Scott reminds us that the Christian journey isn't about neat answers, but about trusting God like a child trusts a parent—letting Him do the driving, even when the road ahead is unclear. As our...

This week we delve into the book of Philemon.

This week we study the book of Titus, where we discuss the importance of using the correct tools for the job. In this case, the grace of God is the tool by which we are trained to live lives that are pleasing to God.

This week guest Pastor Jodi Swee teaches us from the Book of Ruth. She reminds us that even when the world feels dark and chaotic, God is writing a story of redemption.

In this powerful and intimate sermon on the Song of Songs , Pastor Scott invites us to rediscover God's passionate, personal love for His people. Often overlooked, this book—traditionally read during Passover—celebrates the beauty of human love and sexuality, the power of worship, and the depth of divine intimacy. We are challenged to pursue God with the same vulnerability, joy, and wholehear...

In this sermon on the book of Haggai, Pastor Scott reminds us that God's word no longer flows only through prophets or temples—it now lives within us. As Haggai urged the people to rebuild the temple, we are called to carry the presence of Christ into the world. We are loved not because we're perfect, but because God's grace makes us lovable. That same grace empowers us to speak lif...

In this kickoff to the summer series on the Bible’s shortest books, Pastor Scott explores Obadiah’s message of judgment, justice, and hope. He unpacks the story of the Edomites and their betrayal, showing how Obadiah shifts from condemning a nation to confronting all humanity. Ultimately, we are reminded that true Israel is not a place but a people—those who wrestle with God—and that Christ alone...

On this Pentecost Sunday, guest preacher Julie Smith, LCMC’s new Service Ministries Coordinator, reflects on the Spirit’s power to break us open and send us out. Just as the disciples were filled with “new wine” and spoke in every heart’s native tongue, we too are called—right where we are—to carry Christ’s promise into the world. God knows your story, speaks your language, and is already pouring...

In this final sermon of the After the Tomb series, we reflect on Jesus' restoration of Peter and His call to “feed my sheep.” We’re reminded that we are both sheep who stray and shepherds empowered by Christ to care for others. With the help of the Holy Spirit, even our brokenness can be used for God's good work.

In this sermon on the Great Commission, we’re reminded that the resurrection of Jesus didn’t just mark the end of His story—it launched a new way of living. Pastor Scott challenges us to tune out the distractions of modern life and rediscover the power of the risen Christ and His ever-present Spirit. The same Holy Spirit that empowered the early church is alive in us today, calling us to live bold...

This sermon explores how the resurrection of Jesus transformed our relationship with God—from a distant, untouchable holiness to an intimate, embodied presence. Through the story of Thomas, we see that Jesus invites us to draw near, to touch, and to believe—even in our doubt—reminding us that his power is not to destroy, but to restore. Blessed are we who have not seen, yet still believe.

In this special Mother's Day sermon, guest preacher Stephanie Hughes reflects on the story of the disciples on the road to Emmaus, exploring how we often fail to see that Christ walks beside us in our everyday lives. Drawing from scripture, philosophy, and embodied faith, she invites listeners to slow down, nourish their spiritual vision, and embrace the peace of God's constant presence—...

This sermon affirms the physical resurrection of Jesus as proof that God loves creation, including our bodies. It challenges the divide between spiritual and physical, reminding us that through Christ, we are promised not escape from the world, but its renewal—and our own resurrection into it.

The sermon explores how the resurrection appearances of Jesus call us to live each day as if Christ died yesterday, rose today, and will return tomorrow, breaking through human tendencies toward negativity, fear of loss, and resistance to change. Reflecting on the Pharisees’ attempt to suppress the truth of the resurrection and the disciples’ initial confusion, it emphasizes how Jesus personally c...

This sermon emphasizes the significance of humility and service, illustrated through the act of foot washing, as modeled by Jesus during the Passover feast. It encourages participants to engage in acts of love and service, reflecting on the importance of physical actions in spiritual practice, such as taking communion and washing feet, while preparing for the journey to the cross. The message invi...