LRPC Sermon Archives

Is your Faith a Contract?

Is your faith a contract or a covenant?
We often treat God transactionally: "If I do X, God does Y." But the Bible shows a relational faith, loving God for who He is, not just what He does. From the Israelites to Jonah, Martha, and others, we see the struggle when God doesn't meet our expectations. Are we missing God's heart by focusing on what we get, instead of who He is? How can we truly "seek first [God’s] kingdom" (Matthew 6:33)?
Let's explore shifting our focus from what we gain to who God is, cultivating genuine love and trust, even when His ways differ from ours.
Join us to discover the difference between a contract and covenant faith.
 @gather25 
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#Christianish #Faith #RelationshipWithGod #TrustGod #BibleStudy #Matthew633 #Psalm63

Heartfelt Mornings - Religion in America

Pastor Tom Roepke joined Heartfelt Mornings with Mark Zimmerman and Burchon English to unpack a new Pew Research Center report on Religious Landscapes. March 18, 2025.  It was also Burchon's Birthday!

Is God Really First?

Do you ever wonder if your faith is truly impacting your life?
Do you say God's first, but live like something else is?
We're talking about having a "divided heart" – where your words and actions don't match. We'll look at how anything can become an "idol" if it comes before God. It's not just statues; it's anything you put first.
We'll also talk about God's "jealousy" – which is about Him wanting a close relationship with you. How can you tell if something is an idol in your life? We'll answer that too! It's not enough to just stop doing something; you have to replace it with God.
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#Christianish #Faith #GodFirst #Idols

What's Got You Stuck?

Do you ever wonder if your faith is truly impacting your life?
Ever felt like you're wearing the Christian label, but your heart isn't fully in it?
You're not alone. Many of us fall into the trap of being "Christian-ish" – a half-hearted faith where we pick and choose what parts of God's Word we want to follow. But is that really enough? This week we will dive deep into the dangerous illusion of selective obedience and exploring how doing some of what God commands is actually disobedience in disguise. There are a few powerful verses that will help us uncover a crucial truth: God desires our full surrender, not just a partial commitment.
#AuthenticFaith #ChristianJourney #SpiritualGrowth #JesusChrist #DeeperFaith
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Comfortable Christian? Is Your Fatih "Christian-ish'?

Do you ever wonder if your faith is truly impacting your life? 
Is your Christianity more about a label than a lifestyle?
You're not alone. Many of us find ourselves practicing a compromised version of faith, where comfort and cultural acceptance outweigh genuine obedience to Jesus.
In our new message series, we'll ask the hard questions and explore how to break free from shallow faith. We'll examine the ways we might be settling for less and discover what it means to truly follow Christ. Join us as we journey toward a deeper, more authentic relationship with Jesus. 
#AuthenticFaith #ChristianJourney #SpiritualGrowth #JesusChrist #DeeperFaith
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Will You Answer the Call? Gather Mansfield

Jesus said, "The harvest is plentiful but the workers are few." Are you ready to answer the call? Join us as we explore a vision bigger than ourselves, a call to mobilize the global church for Christ through Gather25!
Inspired by Matthew 9:37-38 and 1 Corinthians 12:12-14, we'll discuss the urgency of the hour and the power of unity in the body of Christ. How would our lives change if we truly believed Jesus was returning soon? We'll examine the impact of small gatherings, like those in Acts 2:42-47, and how they can ignite a movement.
Gather25 is a bold, unprecedented call to unite the global church in 2025. But it won't be complete without you. Will you answer the call?
Learn more about Gather25 and how you can be a part of reaching the world for Christ!
#Gather25 #GlobalChurch #Mission #Evangelism #Jesus #Christianity #Mobilize #Faith #Hope #Unity #calltoaction #Asbury23 #practicallypastoringconference #asburyoutpouring  @practicallypastoring   @sojournerfilms 
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Ready to Let Go?

Just like the breathtaking Sainte Chapelle wasn't built in a day, our spiritual growth takes time and commitment.
Today we will explore how the "at once" decision to follow Jesus, combined with the "daily" commitment to walk with Him, allows God to build something magnificent in our lives.
We'll see how letting go of what holds us back and getting going with faith leads to a beautiful transformation, just like the enduring legacy of Sainte Chapelle.
Are you ready to let go of the things that are keeping you from fully embracing God's plan for your life?
#grace #change #faith #spiritualgrowth #saintechapelle #letgo
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5th Birthday Celebration at Heartfelt Radio

Pastor Tom Roepke joined Mark Zimmerman and co-host Burchon English , on Heartfelt Radio for their 5th anniversary show.
Pastors Dan Page, Jimmy Copenhaver and General Manager Mark Channon were in the studio too!
The grand plan for Friday's (2/14) 5th anniversary program.
0:00 | 6-6:30am - Tom Roepke - Where Heartfelt Radio has been
19:18 | 6:30-7am - Dan Page - Where Heartfelt Radio is today
36:22 | 7-7:30am - Jim Copenhaver - Where Heartfelt Radio is headed
52:58 | 7:45am - Mark Channon - 9 minute history of Heartfelt Radio
1:02:54 | Mark Channon announces 5th Anniversary Contest Winners
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