In the Upper Room, Jesus reveals that one of His own will betray Him — and the question echoes through every heart: “Is it I?” Judas’ tragic choice reminds us how close one can be to Christ and still be lost. This message from Mark 14:10–21 calls us to examine our hearts, trust God’s sovereign plan, and marvel at how He uses even sin to accomplish salvation.

Listen as Rev. Jay Lauritsen unpacks Jesus' declaration in John 14.

While the world plotted His death, one woman poured out her treasure in love.In Mark 14:1–9, Jesus calls her act “beautiful” — a fragrance that still fills the house of faith.Discover what true, costly worship looks like when love meets the cross.

Psalm 23 – “The Shepherd and His Sheep”On our 50th Anniversary Homecoming Sunday, Pastor Paul returns to the very text that began his ministry here 25 years ago. Together we give thanks for God’s faithfulness, renew our commitment to follow the Shepherd into the future, and call all people to trust in Christ, our Faithful Shepherd-King.

“No one knows the day or the hour — not the angels, not even the Son. But the Father does. Jesus calls us not to speculate, but to stay awake. Listen in as we close Mark 13 with a word every generation needs: Be ready. Stay faithful. Live today for the Day.

“Jesus said heaven and earth would shake—but His Word would never fail. In Mark 13:24–31 we see prophecy fulfilled in AD 70, proving Christ’s authority and the certainty of His promises. When worlds collapse, His Word still stands.”

Charlie Kirk’s murder is a sobering reminder that evil is real — but God is sovereign. This sermon calls the church to Lament, Repent, and Comment: to grieve biblically, cleanse our hearts of compromise, and speak gospel truth with courage and hope.

Judgement in inevitable because sin is a reality.  This week's sermon is designed to remind us of choices & chaos, decisions & destiny.  History really does repeat itself...

🎙️ New Sermon Audio: Let the Reader UnderstandJesus warned His disciples about a coming tribulation that would shake Jerusalem to its core. What did He mean by “the abomination of desolation”? Why did He urge them to flee without looking back? In this message, we unpack the prophetic words of Mark 13:14–23 and see how they were fulfilled in history—and why they still call us today to repentance, faith, and endurance. 👉 Listen now: Let the Reader Understand

Dragged into courts. Betrayed by family. Hated by all. Jesus warned His disciples what was coming—and every word came true before AD 70. Discover how their endurance saved the church, and why your endurance matters today.

“When the Stones Fall” (Mark 13:1–8)What did Jesus mean when He said the Temple would be torn down stone by stone? Was He talking about our future—or theirs? In this sermon, we explore how His prophecy came true in AD 70 and why that gives us confidence to trust His Word today. Don’t miss this eye-opening look at one of Jesus’ boldest predictions.

“Do You Dare Read Mark 13 Without Your Tradition?”What happens if you set aside the prophecy charts, headlines, and hype—and just let the text speak for itself?  Before the dust settles, discover how Jesus’ prophecy to His disciples reveals a victorious gospel, not a retreating church.

🎧 New Sermon Audio: "By His Wounds We Are Healed"Why did Jesus give us bread and a cup? What did His body carry that the blood alone did not?In this powerful message from Isaiah 53:5 & 1 Peter 2:24, we explore how Christ bore our very sins—not just in spirit, but in His body, on the cursed tree.🔥 Listen now and remember: the bread you hold tells the story of the Savior who held you. #Communion #ByHisWounds #ThisIsMyBody #GospelTruth #SermonAudio

When No One’s WatchingMark 12:38–44 | Jesus contrasts the showy religion of the scribes with the quiet, sacrificial faith of a poor widow.True worship isn’t measured by what we give—but by what it costs and who we trust.

Jesus started the day by flipping tables...Now he's turning them on his adversaries.  And yet there is much for us to learn here as Jesus reveals just how far we may be from the Kingdom.  It's all about Jesus.

Resurrection Correction. Jesus didn’t tell the Sadducees they were wrong to be mean. He told them they were wrong because they didn’t know the Scriptures or the power of God. That warning isn’t just for ancient skeptics. It’s for us.

"Terminus ad quem" is Latin for “the end to which something is aimed.” In a world filled with competing loyalties—politics, power, and personal comfort—Jesus redirects our aim. When asked about paying taxes to Caesar, He answered with divine clarity: “Render to Caesar the things that are Caesar’s, and to God the things that are God’s.”

As Proverbs 18:21 reminds us, “Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruits.” Fathers, the words you speak over your children carry eternal weight—either sowing life or permitting decay.

Jesus continues to fulfill scripture as the 'testing of the Lamb' for passover.  He is tested thoroughly by the Religious Elite of his day and passes with flying colors.  Listen as we see the rejection of Messiah by the Temple Leadership and Jesus Logic lesson that he schools them in.  Then apply it to yourself.  Are you treating Jesus as your CONSULTANT or your KING?