The Word at Waukee Podcast

We come to the last day of the Triduum, the Great Three Days, and celebrate the joy of Easter morning! Following Jesus’ last supper, crucifixion, and burial, some women go to look at the tomb. They discover that Jesus isn’t there and they have something to do. Join us every Monday for Sunday's sermon from Pastor John Louk, of Waukee United Methodist Church in Waukee, Iowa. You'll find hope, biblic...

The Triduum (Great Three Days) begins on Maundy Thursday. We remember the last evening Jesus shared with his disciples in the upper room before his arrest and crucifixion. At this last supper, Jesus washed his disciples’ feet; instituted the Lord’s Supper, and gave a new commandment to love each another. Join us every Monday for Sunday's sermon from Pastor John Louk, of Waukee United Methodist Chu...

On Palm Passion Sunday, the beginning of Holy Week, we turn to the Passion of Christ in the Gospel of Matthew. It begins with the plot to kill Jesus, leading to Jesus’ arrest, trial, crucifixion, and death. This is the passion of Jesus Christ told in story and song. Join us every Monday for Sunday's sermon from Pastor John Louk, of Waukee United Methodist Church in Waukee, Iowa. You'll find hope,...

Our Lenten series is about characters who encountered the face of God in the flesh. They saw Jesus. Now will the world see Jesus in us, the body of Christ in the world today? Today, Jesus goes to the cemetery to visit Lazarus’ tomb, the brother of Mary and Martha. Join us every Monday for Sunday's sermon from Pastor John Louk, of Waukee United Methodist Church in Waukee, Iowa. This week, however,...

In worship we continue our Lenten series, Seeing Jesus. Today, a man who was born blind has his eyes opened by Jesus. He wasn’t even looking for Jesus. Jesus saw him, and rescued him. In the poetry of the old hymn: "I once was lost, but now am found; was blind, but now I see” (Amazing Grace by John Newton, 1779). Join us every Monday for Sunday's sermon from Pastor John Louk, of Waukee United Meth...

Our Lenten series is about characters who encountered the face of God in the flesh. They saw Jesus. Now will the world see Jesus in us, the body of Christ in the world today? Today, we go out with a Samaritan woman to draw water from the well and run into 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, bibl...

In worship today we continue our Lenten series, Seeing Jesus. These are the stories of characters who encountered the face of God in the flesh. They saw Jesus. Now will the world see Jesus in us, the body of Christ in the world today? Today, we go out under the cover of darkness with a religious leader who wants to talk with Jesus. Join us every Monday for Sunday's sermon from Pastor John Louk, of...

The season of Lent began this past week on Ash Wednesday. Today is the first Sunday in Lent. Lent is a time to prepare for Easter, the death and resurrection of Jesus. In worship we begin a new series, Seeing Jesus. These are the stories of characters who encountered the face of God in the flesh. They saw Jesus. Now will the world see Jesus in us, the body of Christ in the world today? In our firs...

Today our series on Daniel comes to an end. We’re reading a chapter that is a pivotal chapter in the book and one of the most important chapters in the Hebrew scriptures for New Testament depictions of Christ’s second coming. This is a trumpet call to loyalty; an affirmation that history is in God’s hands. Join us every Monday for Sunday's sermon from Pastor John Louk, of Waukee United Methodist C...

In worship today, our series on Daniel finally gets to the story of Daniel in the lions’ den. Do you remember this story, perhaps from Sunday school? Do you ever feel like you’re surrounded by lions? 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...

In worship today, we’re asking the question, have you ever seen “the writing on the wall?” The new Babylonian king throws a party and sees the writing on the wall but doesn’t know that he’s been weighed in the balance and found wanting. 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 an...

We continue the worship series on the Old Testament book of Daniel when the king has another dream that needs interpreting. Thankfully, God gave Daniel that special ability. The madness that descends upon the king shows that human power is contingent and absolutely subordinate to the sovereignty of the Most High God. Join us every Monday for Sunday's sermon from Pastor John Louk, of Waukee United...

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...