The Word at Waukee Podcast

We continue our worship series on the Old Testament book of Daniel. Now Daniel’s three friends face a dangerous trial by fire in Babylon. Is God able to rescue them—and us? Join us every Monday for Sunday's sermon from Pastor John Louk, of Waukee United Methodist Church in Waukee, Iowa. You'll find hope, biblical encouragement, and answers to topics that are relevant in your life. Find more at wau...

Today, we continue this new worship series on the Old Testament book of Daniel. After a seemingly good start, Daniel and his three friends are in trouble in Babylon. Only God can rescue them. Join us every Monday for Sunday's sermon from Pastor John Louk, of Waukee United Methodist Church in Waukee, Iowa. You'll find hope, biblical encouragement, and answers to topics that are relevant in your lif...

Today we begin a new worship series on the Old Testament book of Daniel, a legendary character, a faithful person who faces the challenges of living in a hostile culture with his three friends, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego. First they resist the king’s food in order to be faithful to God. Join us every Monday for Sunday's sermon from Pastor John Louk, of Waukee United Methodist Church in Waukee...

We’re now in the 12 days of Christmas that last through January 5th. Today is the 4th day of Christmas (four calling birds!) and we continue celebrating Christmas with a hymn-sing of carols, commemorating the birth of Jesus when God came into this world to live with us as one of us! Join us every Monday for Sunday's sermon from Pastor John Louk, of Waukee United Methodist Church in Waukee, Iowa. Y...

Luke tells the beloved story of the birth of Jesus at Bethlehem and the announcement to the shepherds, who share the good news. Join us every week for Sunday's sermon from Pastor John Louk, of Waukee United Methodist Church in Waukee, Iowa. You'll find hope, biblical encouragement, and answers to topics that are relevant in your life. Find more at waukeechurch.life.

Today is a Christmas extravaganza in song and story. In our worship series, Christmas Story, we’ve been focusing on the first two chapters of Matthew in their entirety so we can hear Matthew’s story about Christmas. After hearing about Jesus’ genealogy, how the birth of Jesus happened, and how the magi, exotic people from the East showed up, now we hear the terrible story of the world’s response t...

On this third Sunday of Advent, our worship series Christmas Story, tells Matthew’s story of the birth of Jesus. After hearing about Jesus’ genealogy and how the birth of Jesus happened, we now hear about strange, exotic people from the East showing up, looking to worship the Christ child. Join us every Monday for Sunday's sermon from Pastor John Louk, of Waukee United Methodist Church in Waukee,...

Last week we began our worship series Christmas Story, focusing on the first two chapters of Matthew in their entirety so we can hear Matthew’s story about Christmas. After hearing Jesus’ genealogy, who Jesus is and whom he comes from, today Matthew turns to how the story of Jesus’ birth happened. Join us every Monday for Sunday's sermon from Pastor John Louk, of Waukee United Methodist Church in...

Our new worship series, Christmas Story, focuses on the first two chapters of Matthew so we can hear Matthew’s story about Christmas. We begin today with Jesus’ genealogy, who Jesus is and from whom he comes. Join us every Monday for Sunday's sermon from Pastor John Louk, of Waukee United Methodist Church in Waukee, Iowa. You'll find hope, biblical encouragement, and answers to topics that are rel...

Today, we come to the end of our worship series, Enough. Jesus dines at the house of Zacchaeus, who discovers the good life. It’s also our commitment Sunday. At the end of worship, we’re inviting everyone to come forward to give a pledge card or prayer card to make a commitment. If you’re watching this online, you’re welcome to make a financial commitment with us, too. Contact us for a pledge card...

We’re close to the end of our worship series, Enough. We’ve heard how the American dream has become a financial nightmare for many in our country. We looked at some biblical wisdom and money management practices as well as how to cultivate contentment and simplicity in our lives. We considered the joy we have in our lives when we are defined by generosity. Today, our guest preacher, Rev. Bob Ward,...

In our series, Enough, Jesus notices a widow with little money who offers all she had. Following that, we consider the joy we experience in our lives when we are defined by generosity. Join us every Monday for Sunday's sermon from Pastor John Louk, of Waukee United Methodist Church in Waukee, Iowa. You'll find hope, biblical encouragement, and answers to topics that are relevant in your life. Find...

We celebrate All Saints, giving thanks to God for the lives and deaths of the saints who have gone before us. This is a wonderful day, our Christian Memorial Day. In our scripture, Jesus tells us our life doesn’t consist in our possessions. Join us every Monday for Sunday's sermon from Pastor John Louk, of Waukee United Methodist Church in Waukee, Iowa. You'll find hope, biblical encouragement, an...

In our new series, Enough: Discovering Joy Through Simplicity and Generosity, we start looking at some biblical wisdom and money management practices to help us towards financial peace and what God wants to do in our lives. Is it time to come to our senses? Join us every Monday for Sunday's sermon from Pastor John Louk, of Waukee United Methodist Church in Waukee, Iowa. You'll find hope, biblical...

Today, we begin a new worship series, Enough. In a culture where having “enough” seems to be a never-ending pursuit with many of us chasing the American dream in ways that lead to stress, anxiety, and fear, Jesus’ teaching remains incredibly relevant, helping us turn away from money and materialism and turn to the abundant life of Jesus, practicing simplicity and generosity. Join us every Monday f...

At the end of our series on why we serve, we hear that God plans for us to live life by doing good things for others. Join us every Monday for Sunday's sermon from Pastor John Louk, of Waukee United Methodist Church in Waukee, Iowa. You'll find hope, biblical encouragement, and answers to topics that are relevant in your life. Find more at waukeechurch.life.

We’re nearing the end of our series about Why We Serve, and we hear about the impact a particular woman had on those around her by the way she served them. And it’s World Communion Sunday, so we’re receiving the sacrament along with at least some of the other 2.5 billion Christians doing the same today. Join us every Monday for Sunday's sermon from Pastor John Louk, of Waukee United Methodist Chur...

In our worship series about why we serve, Jesus has taught us to serve and has given an example of the kind of service to which he calls us. Now we are called to imitate Christ, choosing to not just serve but to be a servant. Join us every Monday for Sunday's sermon from Pastor John Louk, of Waukee United Methodist Church in Waukee, Iowa. You'll find hope, biblical encouragement, and answers to to...

In our worship series about why we serve, Jesus gives an example of the kind of service to which he calls us when he washes his disciples’ feet. Join us every Monday for Sunday's sermon from Pastor John Louk, of Waukee United Methodist Church in Waukee, Iowa. You'll find hope, biblical encouragement, and answers to topics that are relevant in your life. Find more at waukeechurch.life.

In our new worship series about why we serve, Jesus continues to teach the disciples about serving. In our text, Jesus’ disciples, James and John, the sons of Thunder, have a request for Jesus. If you had a request, for what would you want to ask Jesus? Join us every Monday for Sunday's sermon from Pastor John Louk, of Waukee United Methodist Church in Waukee, Iowa. You'll find hope, biblical enco...

Today, we begin a new worship series about why we serve. Jesus didn’t come to be served but rather to serve and give his life. If we follow Jesus, then we do that too. Because we’re the hands and feet of Jesus in the world now. In our text, after telling the twelve disciples that he’s going to die for us and be resurrected on the third day, Jesus tells them that whoever wants to be first must be s...

We come to the end of the worship series about David, the greatest king, who had a heart for God. We hear David’s last words and then about his son, Solomon, who secures the throne. Join us every Monday for Sunday's sermon from Pastor John Louk, of Waukee United Methodist Church in Waukee, Iowa. You'll find hope, biblical encouragement, and answers to topics that are relevant in your life. Find mo...

We’re near the end of our series on King David. After last week we hear that even with repentance, even with mercy, sin has consequences that cannot always be fixed, and this can lead to moral ambiguity. Join us every Monday for Sunday's sermon from Pastor John Louk, of Waukee United Methodist Church in Waukee, Iowa. You'll find hope, biblical encouragement, and answers to topics that are relevant...

We’re getting near the end of our summer worship series, A Heart for God. Last week King David was at the peak of his power. But in a moment everything crashed down when David committed terrible crimes. Today the Prophet Nathan condemns his behavior. Join us every Monday for Sunday's sermon from Pastor John Louk, of Waukee United Methodist Church in Waukee, Iowa. You'll find hope, biblical encoura...

In our summer worship series, A Heart for God, King David is at the peak of his power. But in a moment everything crashes down. Desiring the lovely Bathsheba, David commits terrible crimes. Join us every Monday for Sunday's sermon from Pastor John Louk, of Waukee United Methodist Church in Waukee, Iowa. You'll find hope, biblical encouragement, and answers to topics that are relevant in your life....