LRPC Sermon Archives

Sometimes You Got To Walk Away. - The Book of Ruth - Wk 1

We often define our lives by the big moments. But most of our lives consist of ordinary chapters. They may not feel significant, but ultimately end up changing everything. In our new series, The Book of Ruth, we'll discover the hidden beauty of life’s small moments. This week: Sometimes You've Got to Walk Away.
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From Revival to Unrest - Mornings with Mark | 5.6.24

Pastor Tom Roepke joined Heartfelt Radio host Mark Zimmerman on Mornings with Mark to talk about the current campus unrest in response to the Israel and Palestine conflict...and we touched on the changes in the Methodist Church from the recent General Assembly.

Are You Abiding? | What's in a Name | Wk 8

This is the final message in our "What's in a Name?" series! We've been exploring the power and meaning behind Jesus' names in the Gospel of John Today, Jesus uses a beautiful metaphor - the vine and the branches - to reveal a deeper meaning behind "abiding" in Him.
Let's unpack how this metaphor expands on the concept of "many rooms" in the Father's house. What it means to truly abide in Jesus and the benefits it brings. How YOU can become a fruitful branch, living a life connected to the vine.
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What's In a Name? |Week 7 | Stop Asking the Wrong Questions!

In this week's message in our series What's in A Name?, we continue exploring the profound meaning behind Jesus' names and titles. Picking up where we left off, Pastor Tom dives into John 14:6, unpacking the powerful statement: "I am the way, the truth, and the life."
Through a series of thought-provoking questions Jesus' disciples asked, He clarifies and crystallizes the answer to the most important question of all: Who is He, and why has He come?
This episode will challenge you to:
Reflect on the questions you're asking in your own life.
Discover the true source of meaning and purpose.
Find peace and direction through Jesus Christ.
Join us as we delve deeper into the heart of Jesus' message!
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Unpacking Jesus' "I Am the Good Shepherd"

Let's explore this powerful metaphor as Jesus said: I Am the Good Shepherd . We will uncover how Jesus compared himself to a shepherd caring for his flock, connecting with centuries of Jewish tradition. This imagery would have resonated deeply with his audience, reinforcing his message that he came to seek and save those that are lost.
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Video Clip: The Chosen: S2E1

I Am the Door/Gate. What's In A Name - Wk 5

When Jesus said, “I am the gate for the sheep,” he was calling out those who claimed to be “gatekeepers” for access to God. But he was also opening another insight into the unique role he was to play in God’s grand design.
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Video Clip: The Chosen: S2E6 | Jesus Heals the Man with the Withered Hand http://www.thechosen.tv
 

Eclipse Day - Majesty, Power and the Glory of God = Mornings with Mark 4.8.24

Pastor Tom Roepke joined Heartfelt Radio host Mark Zimmerman and Chaplain Dan Page to talk about the eclipse in a way that 99% of the media did not… and could not.
 
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IAm The Light - What's In A Name - Wk 4

This week, we explore Jesus' powerful statement, "I am the Light of the World." But there's more! In Matthew's gospel, Jesus calls us the light of the world too! Join us as we unpack this metaphor in light of the Monday's Solar Eclipse and discover how we can reflect God's light in a sometimes-dark world.
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