LRPC Sermon Archives

Is Hope Just Wishing, or Is It a Certainty?

Welcome to "Lights, Camera, Christmas!"
In this series, we step out of the holiday rush to examine the core themes of Advent through the eyes of the Christmas story characters.
This week focuses on HOPE. We dive into the prophecy of Isaiah 9:2, 6-7 to understand why Christian hope is a confident certainty—not a fragile wish—because it's anchored in the promised King.
Big Idea: Jesus is the promised King who brings certain and confident hope to a world in darkness.
The Four Guarantees: We unpack the names of the Messiah—Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace—as guarantees of God's plan.
Local Connection: Pastor Tom shares reflections and a clip from his final broadcast with Mark Zimmerman of Heartfelt Radio, illustrating how hope endures through change. 
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Heartfelt Mornings - Wednesday Bible Study - Mark Zimmerman's Final Day

⚾ The Final Broadcast: Mark Zimmerman Signs Off After 32 Years
Pastor Tom Roepke joined Heartfelt Mornings with Mark Zimmerman and Burchon English to lead the Wednesday Bible Study.
This segment captures the emotional final moments of Mark Zimmerman's 32-year run on the air, immediately following his last Wednesday morning Bible study.
The Final Bible Study: Finishing Strong
Mark Zimmerman: Long Obedience in the Same Direction
Theme: Rounding the Bases and the prize of the Upward Call.
Study Focus: The intentionality of running the race, kicking off with the high-stakes sprint in 2 Samuel 18:23 (Ahimaaz's run) and concluding with the call to "press on" in Philippians 3:12-14.
The Final Charge: The challenging instruction to "Keep Thinking Forward & Acting Upon What You Know."
Special Acknowledgment: Honoring the #coffeecakeministry provided by Melinda Roepke.
Join us in celebrating Mark's journey and wishing him well in his new season!
Moments & Topics:
The final moments of the 3.5 -year Bible study segment
Mark's final on-air thanks after 32 years
The emotional transition and final sign-off
Thank you, Mark, for the long obedience in the same direction.
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Are You Done Talking to Your Mountain? ⛰️ - Gradually then Suddenly - Wk 3

This Sunday marks the final message in our series, "Gradually, Then Suddenly!"
We've spent weeks learning that God’s biggest breakthroughs are built on patient faithfulness. Now, it's time for action.
We're closing out the series by diving into Zechariah 4:7, challenging us to stop letting our obstacles paralyze us. God has empowered you to step into the "suddenly" by making a Grand Gesture—that one bold, undeniable act of faith that says, "I am all in."
You’ll leave today with the practical courage you need to "Burn the Boats" and see God turn your biggest mountain into level ground.
We are also celebrating the incredible global work of the Holy Spirit, reflected in the YouVersion 1 Billion Downloads milestone! If you want to watch the full celebration event, HURRY!
This link is only live until this Wednesday 
Please tune in as we conclude this journey and prepare our hearts for a week of Thanksgiving!
#GraduallyThenSuddenly #MountainMovingFaith #Thanksgiving #LindenRoadChurch
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Can You Choose Obedience When You Feel Broken?

We are diving deep into Week 2 of our series, "Gradually Then Suddenly," exploring what it truly means to live a life of intentional faith!
Pastor Tom shares powerful insights from his recent trip to the Download Youth Ministry Roundtables Conference in Irvine, California.
We’re wrestling with a life-changing principle: Obedience often comes first, and the feelings follow.
It's a powerful service about relying on the truth of God's Word, even when life feels overwhelming.
#GraduallyThenSuddenly #LindenRoadWorship #FaithOverFeelings #ObedienceFirst #KayWarren #YouthMinistry #ChristianLiving #dym100
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The Power of the Small Start: Gradually then Suddenly - WK 1

Have you ever felt stuck in the waiting? Like you're doing all the right things, but nothing seems to be happening? You're not alone!
 
In this episode, we're kicking off an exciting new series called "Gradually, Then Suddenly," exploring the powerful truth that God's biggest miracles are often built on years—sometimes centuries—of quiet, faithful steps.
 
We'll journey back to Exodus 1 and uncover the incredible story of two ordinary women whose small acts of courage set off a chain reaction that changed history! It's a message that will encourage you to keep trusting, keep obeying, and never despise the day of small beginnings.
 
Tune in and discover how your faithfulness today is planting seeds for a "suddenly" you might not even imagine!
 
#GraduallyThenSuddenly #Exodus #Miracles #FaithJourney #SmallBeginnings#TrustGod
 
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Is Kindness the End of the Story?

We've explored five ways to be a blessing: Prayer, Listening, Eating, and Serving. These actions are vital, showing love without saying a word. But is only being kind enough?
The final step is the most challenging: Share your Story.
We often stop ourselves because we feel unqualified or afraid of imposing. But sharing your story is simply humbly telling someone what changed your life. You don't need all the answers, and a little awkwardness is worth it if it helps someone find hope.
Kindness gets people's attention; your story points them to the source of your hope. We have to move beyond just hoping people find their way back and actually help them.
We'll equip you with a simple, three-part way to compose and confidently share the difference-maker in your life.
#HowToNeighbor #ShareYourStory #BeyondKindness #FindHope
What's the best way to open a conversation that invites a natural opportunity to share your story?
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Are You Wearing a Crown or an Apron?

It is Reformation Sunday and also week 5 of our series, How to Bless Your Neighbor.
Our mission is to Love God, Love Others, with No Limits, and we do that by being a blessing to the people God has put in our lives.
This week, we dive into the first 'S' in our B.L.E.S.S. acronym: Serve. We are going to offer a challenge for us all to embrace a radical paradigm shift—a move from a crown to an apron—just as Jesus demonstrated when he washed his disciples' feet. Jesus, the King of Kings, lowered himself to the lowest act of service, teaching us that to be great, we must first serve.
This isn't just about kind gestures; it's about a total shift in how we approach our spouse, co-workers, and community. We also take a moment to discuss the vital regional ministry of Heartfelt Radio and the power of supporting Christian outreach beyond our local walls.
Are you ready to stop hoping people find their way back to God and start helping?
Discover the revolutionary power of service!
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B.L.E.S.S.: Are you Faithful to the Finish? WEEK 5

We're pausing our "How to Bless Your Neighbor" (B.L.E.S.S.) series briefly this week to bring you a truly vital message on perseverance and assignment.
This week's word  from Pastor Noah Herrin challenges us with a vital question: Are you faithful to the finish? Drawing inspiration from the life of Noah, we are reminded: Starting things is easy. Finishing things is biblical. If you’ve been feeling weary in your commitment to B.L.E.S.S. your neighbors, or tempted to trade your God-given assignment for a man-made opportunity, this message is for you.
We’ll learn why God’s measurement of success is faithfulness—not comparison! A Moment of Thanks and Prayer:
Before the message, we share a moment of profound gratitude! We celebrate the wonderful news of the safe return of the 20 remaining living hostages in Israel after 737 days in captivity. This is a true answered prayer, reminding us of the power of our collective faith! We pray for the safe return of the deceased hostages and for lasting peace in the region, standing on the promise: “The Lord sets prisoners free.” (Psalm 146:7)
About Pastor Noah: Noah is a 30-year-old lead pastor, author, and communicator based in Nashville, TN. He has a passion to talk about the person who changed his life: Jesus. For over 10 years Noah has been a trusted voice to followers of Jesus around the globe, speaking at churches, universities, and conferences. In 2023 Noah and his wife Maddy started Way Church in the heart of Nashville, where they saw over 600 people accept Christ in the first year. Noah has written two books: bestseller Holy Habits and Welcome to Manhood. Noah and Maddy have three kids: Lion, Mila, and Navy.
#Faithfulness #Assignment #FinishingStrong #BlessYourNeighbor #Christianity #ChurchOnline #PrayForPeace
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