Sermons from Our Redeemer Lutheran Church

"The Son Leads Us to the Father" (John 14:1-14)

Sun, 03 May 2026 20:18:47 -0500

Sermon for the Fifth Sunday of Easter (A)

Sunday, 3 May A+D 2026

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Jesus Is Both Shepherd and Door for the Sheep" (John 10:1-10)

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 12:00:00 -0500

Sermon for the Fourth Sunday of Easter (A)

Sunday, 26 April A+D 2026

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Repentance Is for You...and for Your Children" (Acts 2:14a, 36-41)

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 20:00:00 -0500

Sermon for the Midweek of Easter III

Wednesday, 22 April A+D 2026

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Know Jesus in Scripture and in the Breaking of Bread" (Luke 24:13-35)

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 11:57:00 -0500

Sermon for the Third Sunday of Easter (A)

Sunday, 19 April A+D 2026

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Christ Makes Us Worthy to Suffer for His Name" (Acts 5:29-42)

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 21:00:00 -0500

Sermon for the Midweek of Easter II

Wednesday, 15 April A+D 2026

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Peace and Forgiveness Are Found in the Wounds of Jesus" (John 20:19-31)

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 12:00:00 -0500

Sermon for the Second Sunday of Easter (A)

Sunday, 12 April A+D 2026

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Seek the Things That Are Above" (Colossians 3:1-7)

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 21:00:00 -0500

Sermon for Easter Wednesday

Wednesday, 8 April A+D 2026

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"The Risen Jesus Goes Before You" (Matthew 28:1-10)

Sun, 05 Apr 2026 12:07:09 -0500

Sermon for Easter Day (A)

Sunday, 5 April A+D 2026

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Alleluia! The Lord Has Triumphed Gloriously" (Exodus 14:10-15:1)

Sun, 05 Apr 2026 12:06:18 -0500

Sermon for Easter Sunrise (A)

Sunday, 5 April A+D 2026

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"The Son of God Is Lord of the Grave" (Daniel 3:24-25)

Sat, 04 Apr 2026 18:54:39 -0500

Sermon for the Vigil of Easter (A)

Saturday, 4 April A+D 2026

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Behold the Man...Behold Your King" (John 19:5, 14)

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 15:18:10 -0500

Sermon for Good Friday (A)

Friday, 3 April A+D 2026

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Delivered by the Body and Blood of the Lamb" (Exodus 12:1-14)

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 21:48:07 -0500

Sermon for Maundy Thursday (A)

Thursday, 2 April A+D 2026

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"We Wish to See Jesus, in His Glory, upon His Cross" (John 12:20-43)

Sun, 29 Mar 2026 12:00:00 -0500

Sermon for Palm Sunday / Sunday of the Passion (A)

Sunday, 29 March A+D 2026

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"A Lament Over God's Patience" (Psalm 13)

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 20:00:00 -0500

Sermon for the Midweek of Lent V

Wednesday, 25 March A+D 2026

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"The Ministry of Jesus Is the Ministry of Overcoming Death" (John 11:17-27, 38-53)

Sun, 22 Mar 2026 12:09:30 -0500

Sermon for the Fifth Sunday in Lent (A)

Sunday, 22 March A+D 2026

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Jesus Gives Us Eyes for Believing" (John 9:1-7, 13-17, 34-39)

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 12:04:00 -0500

Sermon for the Fourth Sunday in Lent (A)

Preached at Trinity Lutheran Church in St. Charles, MO

Sunday, 15 March A+D 2026

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"A Lament Over God's Silence" (Psalm 28)

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 20:00:00 -0500

Sermon for the Midweek of Lent III

Wednesday, 11 March A+D 2026

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Jesus Offers a Well of Eternal Life" (John 4:5-26)

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 12:00:00 -0500

Sermon for the Third Sunday in Lent (A)

Sunday, 8 March A+D 2026

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"A Lament Over Grief" (Psalm 6)

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 20:04:00 -0600

Sermon for the Midweek of Lent II

Wednesday, 4 March A+D 2026

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"The Son of Man Must Be Lifted Up" (John 3:1-17)

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 12:00:00 -0600

Sermon for the Second Sunday in Lent (A)

Sunday, 1 March A+D 2026

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"A Lament Over Enemies" (Psalm 3)

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 20:20:00 -0600

Sermon for the Midweek of Lent 1

Wednesday, 25 Feburary A+D 2026

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"The Word of God Is Effective Against Satan's Assaults" (Matthew 4:1-11)

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 12:00:00 -0600

Sermon for the First Sunday in Lent (A)

Sunday, 22 February A+D 2026

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Return to the Lord, Your God" (Joel 2:12-19)

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 20:00:00 -0600

Sermon for Ash Wednesday (A)

Wednesday, 18 February A+D 2026

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"The Glory of the Blood of Christ" (Exodus 24:8-18)

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 12:12:28 -0600

Sermon for The Transfiguration of Our Lord (A)

Sunday, 15 February A+D 2026

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"The Sufficiency of Jesus' Cross" (1 Corinthians 2:1-16)

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 20:16:48 -0600

Sermon for the Midweek of Epiphany V

Wednesday, 11 February A+D 2026

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"The Disciples of Jesus Are Salt and Light" (Matthew 5:13-20)

Sun, 08 Feb 2026 13:17:22 -0600

Sermon for the Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany (A)

Sunday, 8 February A+D 2026

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"The Power and Wisdom of Jesus' Cross" (1 Corinthians 1:18-31)

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 21:24:07 -0600

Sermon for the Midweek of Epiphany IV

Wednesday, 4 February A+D 2026

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Dare the Lord to Be Just...Count on Him to Be Merciful" (Micah 6:1-8)

Sun, 01 Feb 2026 12:29:00 -0600

Sermon for the Fourth Sunday after the Epiphany (A)

Sunday, 1 February A+D 2026

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Being Thankful for Our Life Together" (1 Corinthians 1:1-9)

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 21:40:02 -0600

Sermon for the Midweek of Epiphany II

Wednesday, 21 January A+D 2026

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Behold, the Lamb of God!" (John 1:29-42a)

Sun, 18 Jan 2026 11:59:45 -0600

Sermon for the Second Sunday after the Epiphany (A)

Sunday, 18 January A+D 2026

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"The Spirit Is upon the One Who Brings Forth Justice" (Isaiah 42:1-9)

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 21:25:00 -0600

Sermon for the Midweek of Epiphany 1

Wednesday, 14 January A+D 2026

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Jesus Fulfills All Righteousness" (Matthew 3:13-17)

Sun, 11 Jan 2026 11:49:55 -0600

Sermon for The Baptism of Our Lord (A)

Sunday, 11 January A+D 2026

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"The Light of Bethlehem Is the Light of the Nations" (Matthew 2:1-12)

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 20:18:38 -0600

Sermon for The Epiphany of Our Lord (Observed) (A)

Wednesday, 7 January A+D 2026

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"The Son Must Be in the Father's House" (Luke 2:40-52)

Sun, 04 Jan 2026 11:56:28 -0600

Sermon for the Second Sunday after Christmas (A)

Sunday, 4 January A+D 2026

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Be Resolute to Stay Awake" (Luke 12:35-40)

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 20:31:44 -0600

Sermon for New Year's Eve

Wednesday, 31 December A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Bethlehem: House of Bread...City of Blood" (Matthew 2:13-23)

Sun, 28 Dec 2025 12:30:00 -0600

Sermon for the First Sunday after Christmas (A)

Sunday, 28 December A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"The Father Sends the Light of His Son into the Word" (John 1:1-14)

Thu, 25 Dec 2025 12:29:00 -0600

Sermon for The Nativity of Our Lord (Christmas Day) (A)

Thursday, 25 December A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Christmas Is Rooted in History...Salvation Is Rooted in History" (Luke 2:1-7)

Wed, 24 Dec 2025 20:28:00 -0600

Sermon for The Nativity of Our Lord (Christmas Eve) (A)

Wednesday, 24 December A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Immanuel...God with Us" (Matthew 1:18-25)

Sun, 21 Dec 2025 12:00:00 -0600

Sermon for the Fourth Sunday in Advent (A)

Sunday, 21 December A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"The Way of Holiness" (Isaiah 35:1-10)

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 21:00:00 -0600

Sermon for the Midweek of Advent III

Wednesday, 17 December A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"The Kingdom Suffers Violence" (Matthew 11:2-15)

Sun, 14 Dec 2025 12:00:00 -0600

Sermon for the Third Sunday in Advent (A)

Sunday, 14 December A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"A Little Child to Lead the New Creation" (Isaiah 11:1-10)

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 21:00:00 -0600

Sermon for the Midweek of Advent 2

Wednesday, 10 December A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Bear Fruit in Keeping with Repentance" (Matthew 3:1-12)

Sun, 07 Dec 2025 12:00:00 -0600

Sermon for the Second Sunday in Advent (A)

Sunday, 7 December A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"The Lord Who Dwells on Mountains" (Isaiah 2:1-5)

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 21:00:00 -0600

Sermon for the Midweek of Advent 1

Wednesday, 3 December A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Be Ready...the Son of Man Is Coming" (Matthew 24:36-44)

Sun, 30 Nov 2025 11:39:49 -0600

Sermon for the First Sunday in Advent (A)

Sunday, 30 November A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"The Reign of Christ the King" (Luke 23:27-43)

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 12:23:33 -0600

Sermon for the Last Sunday of the Church Year (C)

Sunday, 23 November A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"The Life of Waiting and Working" (2 Thessalonians 3:1-13)

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 20:00:00 -0600

Sermon for the Midweek of Pentecost XXIII

Wednesday, 19 November A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Jesus' Disciples Keep Watch for Their Redemption" (Luke 21:5-28)

Sun, 16 Nov 2025 12:00:00 -0600

Sermon for the Twenty-third Sunday after Pentecost (C)

Sunday, 16 November A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Our God Is the God of the Living" (Luke 20:27-40)

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 21:00:00 -0600

Sermon for the Midweek of Pentecost XXII

Wednesday, 12 November A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Remember the Mighty Name of the Lord" (Exodus 3:1-15)

Sun, 09 Nov 2025 12:32:49 -0600

Sermon for the Twenty-second Sunday after Pentecost (C)

Sunday, 9 November A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Come Down from Your High Places...Your Lord Comes to You" (Luke 19:1-10)

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 21:00:00 -0600

Sermon for the Midweek of Pentecost XXI

Wednesday, 5 November A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"The Kingdom of Heaven Is Filled with Blessed Saints" (Matthew 5:1-12)

Sun, 02 Nov 2025 12:00:00 -0600

Sermon for All Saints' Day (Observed)

Sunday, 2 November A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"True Worship Brings You to Your Knees" (Luke 18:9-17)

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 21:00:00 -0500

Sermon for the Midweek of Pentecost XX

Wednesday, 29 October A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"The Church of the Reformation Suffers Violence" (Matthew 11:12-19)

Sun, 26 Oct 2025 13:04:56 -0500

Sermon for Reformation Day (Observed)

Sunday, 26 October A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"All Scripture Is Breathed Out by God" (2 Timothy 3:14-4:5)

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 20:52:00 -0500

Sermon for the Midweek of Pentecost XIX

Wednesday, 22 October A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"God's Elect Cry to Him for Justice" (Luke 18:1-8)

Sun, 19 Oct 2025 12:51:00 -0500

Sermon for the Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost (C)

Sunday, 19 October A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"The Word of God Is Not Bound!" (2 Timothy 2:1-13)

Sun, 12 Oct 2025 11:52:34 -0500

Sermon for the Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost (C)

Sunday, 12 October A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Guard the Good Deposit Entrusted to You" (2 Timothy 1:1-14)

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 20:34:00 -0500

Sermon for the Midweek of Pentecost XVII

Wednesday, 8 October A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"The Children of the Kingdom Are Forward-Looking" (Luke 17:1-10)

Sun, 05 Oct 2025 12:26:00 -0500

Sermon for the Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost (C)

Sunday, 5 October A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

Luke 17:1-10 English Standard Version Temptations to Sin

17 And he said to his disciples, “Temptations to sin[a] are sure to come, but woe to the one through whom they come! 2 It would be better for him if a millstone were hung around his neck and he were cast into the sea than that he should cause one of these little ones to sin.[b] 3 Pay attention to yourselves! If your brother sins, rebuke him, and if he repents, forgive him, 4 and if he sins against you seven times in the day, and turns to you seven times, saying, ‘I repent,’ you must forgive him.”

Increase Our Faith

5 The apostles said to the Lord, “Increase our faith!” 6 And the Lord said, “If you had faith like a grain of mustard seed, you could say to this mulberry tree, ‘Be uprooted and planted in the sea,’ and it would obey you.

Unworthy Servants

7 “Will any one of you who has a servant[c] plowing or keeping sheep say to him when he has come in from the field, ‘Come at once and recline at table’? 8 Will he not rather say to him, ‘Prepare supper for me, and dress properly,[d] and serve me while I eat and drink, and afterward you will eat and drink’? 9 Does he thank the servant because he did what was commanded? 10 So you also, when you have done all that you were commanded, say, ‘We are unworthy servants;[e] we have only done what was our duty.’”

"The Noble Office of Overseer" (1 Timothy 3:1-13)

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 20:20:45 -0500

Sermon for the Midweek of Pentecost XVI

Wednesday, 1 October A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"The Church Is a Place for the Uneasy and Insecure" (Amos 6:1-7)

Sun, 28 Sep 2025 12:10:29 -0500

Sermon for the Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost (C)

Sunday, 28 September A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"A Peaceful and Quiet...Godly and Dignified Life" (1 Timothy 2:1-15)

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 20:08:00 -0500

Sermon for the Midweek of Pentecost XV

Wednesday, 24 September A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Beloved Brothers and Sisters" (Philemon 1-21)

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 21:33:37 -0500

Sermon for the Midweek of Pentecost XIII

Wednesday, 10 September A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Bear Your Cross, Count the Cost, and Retain Your Worth" (Luke 14:25-35

Sun, 07 Sep 2025 11:56:35 -0500

Sermon for the Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost (C)

Sunday, 7 September A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Waiting Outside the City" (Hebrews 13:1-17)

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 22:10:49 -0500

Sermon for the Midweek of Pentecost XII

Wednesday, 3 September A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"The Lord Exalts the Humble" (Luke 14:1-14)

Sun, 31 Aug 2025 12:04:00 -0500

Sermon for the Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost

Sunday, 31 August A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"You Have Come to Mount Zion" (Hebrews 12:4-29)

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 21:58:00 -0500

Sermon for the Midweek of Pentecost XI

Wednesday, 27 August A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Recline at Table in the Kingdom of God" (Luke 13:22-30)

Sun, 24 Aug 2025 12:06:25 -0500

Sermon for the Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost (C)

Sunday, 24 August A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"The Great Cloud of Witnesses" (Hebrews 11:17-12:3)

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 22:00:51 -0500

Sermon for the Midweek of Pentecost X

Wednesday, 20 August A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Our Fiery Lord Jesus Christ" (Luke 12:49-56)

Sun, 17 Aug 2025 14:22:00 -0500

Sermon for the Tenth Sunday after Pentecost (C)

Sunday, 17 August A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Your Story of Faith" (Hebrews 11:1-16)

Wed, 13 Aug 2025 20:00:00 -0500

Sermon for the Midweek of Pentecost IX

Wednesday, 13 August A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Fear Not...You Have a Kingdom" (Luke 12:22-34)

Sun, 10 Aug 2025 11:52:51 -0500

Sermon for The Ninth Sunday after Pentecost (C)

Sunday, 10 August A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Eat, Drink, and Be Merry!" (Ecclesiastes 1:2, 12-14; 2:18-26)

Sun, 03 Aug 2025 12:27:00 -0500

Sermon for the Eighth Sunday after Pentecost (C)

Sunday, 3 August A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Faith and Eternal Life" (1 John 5)

Wed, 30 Jul 2025 21:25:00 -0500

Sermon for the Midweek of Pentecost VII

Wednesday, 30 July A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Talk to Your Father and Ask Him for Good Gifts" (Luke 11:1-13)

Sun, 27 Jul 2025 12:19:00 -0500

Sermon for the Seventh Sunday after Pentecost (C)

Sunday, 27 July A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"God Is Love" (1 John 4)

Wed, 23 Jul 2025 21:34:00 -0500

Sermon for the Midweek of Pentecost VI

Wednesday, 23 July A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"The Faithful Stewardship of Time" (Luke 10:38-42)

Sun, 20 Jul 2025 12:01:00 -0500

Sermon for the Sixth Sunday after Pentecost (C)

Sunday, 20 July A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Children of God; Love in Action" (1 John 3)

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 21:00:00 -0500

Sermon for the Midweek of Pentecost V

Wednesday, 16 July A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Love of God Leads to Love of Neighbor" (Luke 10:25-37)

Sun, 13 Jul 2025 11:47:39 -0500

Sermon for the Fifth Sunday after Pentecost (C)

Sunday, 13 July A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Abiding in Christ" (1 John 2)

Wed, 09 Jul 2025 21:47:39 -0500

Sermon for the Midweek of Pentecost IV

Wednesday, 9 July A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"The Unity Between Christ and the Christian" (Luke 10:1-20)

Sun, 06 Jul 2025 12:45:00 -0500

Sermon for the Fourth Sunday after Pentecost (C)

Sunday, 6 July A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Walking in the Light" (1 John 1)

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 21:44:00 -0500

Sermon for the Midweek of Pentecost III

Wednesday, 2 July A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Christians Go Where Jesus Goes" (Luke 9:51-62)

Sun, 29 Jun 2025 12:11:39 -0500

Sermon for the Third Sunday after Pentecost (C)

Sunday, 29 June A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Fear the One Who Orders the Demons" (Luke 8:26-39)

Sun, 22 Jun 2025 11:26:36 -0500

Sermon for Second Sunday after Pentecost (C)

Sunday, 22 June A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Guarded, Kept, and Sanctified in Christ" (John 17:11b-19)

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 21:06:00 -0500

Sermon for Midweek of Trinity

Wednesday, 18 June A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"The Son Honors the Father; the Father Glorifies the Son" (John 8:48-59)

Sun, 15 Jun 2025 11:48:29 -0500

Sermon for The Holy Trinity (C)

Sunday, 15 June A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Only the Shepherd Enters by the Door" (John 10:1-10)

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 20:37:00 -0500

Sermon for Midweek of Pentecost

Wednesday, 11 June A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Your Father Gives You Spirit-Filled Words" (John 14:23-31)

Sun, 08 Jun 2025 12:11:00 -0500

Sermon for Day of Pentecost (C)

Sunday, 8 June A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"The Secret of Contentment" (Philippians 4)

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 20:00:00 -0500

Sermon for the Midweek of Easter 7

Wednesday, 4 June A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"The Apostolic Ministry Continues Among Us" (Acts 1:12-26)

Sun, 01 Jun 2025 11:40:09 -0500

Sermon for Seventh Sunday of Easter (C)

Sunday, 1 June A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Scripture Fulfilled!" (Luke 24:44-53)

Thu, 29 May 2025 20:33:51 -0500

Sermon for The Ascension of Our Lord (C)

Thursday, 29 May A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"The Beautiful Bride of the Lamb" (Revelation 21:9-14, 21-27)

Sun, 25 May 2025 12:15:00 -0500

Sermon for Sixth Sunday of Easter (C)

Sunday, 25 May A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"All Loss for the Sake of Christ" (Philippians 3)

Wed, 21 May 2025 21:14:00 -0500

Sermon for the Midweek of Easter 5

Wednesday, 21 May A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Looking Back and Looking Forward" (John 14:1-6)

Mon, 19 May 2025 13:13:00 -0500

Sermon for the Funeral Service of Keen S. Scott

Monday, 19 May A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Our God Makes All Things New" (Revelation 21:1-7)

Sun, 18 May 2025 13:12:00 -0500

Sermon for Fifth Sunday of Easter (C)

Sunday, 18 May A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"The Mind of Christ: From Glory to the Cross" (Philippians 2)

Wed, 14 May 2025 21:10:00 -0500

Sermon for the Midweek of Easter 4

Wednesday, 14 May A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"The Word of God's Grace Continues to Shepherd the Flock" (Acts 20:17-35)

Sun, 11 May 2025 12:18:33 -0500

Sermon for Fourth Sunday of Easter (C)

Sunday, 11 May A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"All Creation Sings Praise to the Lamb" (Revelation 5:8-14)

Sun, 04 May 2025 12:00:00 -0500

Sermon for Third Sunday of Easter (C)

Sunday, 4 May A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Confident in Christ, Even in Chains" (Philippians 1)

Wed, 30 Apr 2025 21:00:00 -0500

Sermon for the Midweek of Easter 2

Wednesday, 30 April A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Jesus' Resurrection Compels Us to Speak" (Acts 5:12-20)

Sun, 27 Apr 2025 12:07:00 -0500

Sermon for Second Sunday of Easter (C)

Sunday, 27 April A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"The Resurrected Christ Continues to Feed His Church" (John 21:1-14)

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 21:00:00 -0500

Sermon for Easter Wednesday (C)

Wednesday, 23 April A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Marveling at the Risen Christ" (Luke 24:1-12)

Sun, 20 Apr 2025 12:00:00 -0500

Sermon for The Resurrection of Our Lord (Easter Day)

Sunday, 20 April A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Behold the Mystery of the Resurrection!" (1 Corinthians 15:51-57)

Sun, 20 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -0500

Sermon for The Resurrection of Our Lord (Easter Sunrise)

Sunday, 20 April A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Fearful...Yet Not Fearing!" (Mark 16:1-8)

Sat, 19 Apr 2025 19:57:29 -0500

Sermon for The Resurrection of Our Lord (Vigil of Easter)

Saturday, 19 A+D April 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Jesus, the Great and Perfect High Priest" (Hebrews 4:14-16, 5:7-9)

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 15:00:00 -0500

Sermon for Good Friday (C)

Friday, 18 April A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"A New Covenant, Better Than the Old Covenant" (Jeremiah 31:31-34)

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 20:26:15 -0500

Sermon for Holy (Maundy) Thursday

Thursday, 17 April A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Have Minds of Humble Service" (Philippians 2:5-11)

Sun, 13 Apr 2025 13:04:09 -0500

Sermon for Palm Sunday/Sunday of the Passion (C)

Sunday, 13 April A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

The Passion of Our Lord According to St. Luke: V (Luke 23:44-56)

Wed, 09 Apr 2025 21:00:00 -0500

Sermon for the Midweek of Lent 5

Wednesday, 9 April A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Stand or Fall on the Cornerstone" (Luke 20:9-20)

Sun, 06 Apr 2025 12:06:00 -0500

Sermon for the Fifth Sunday in Lent (C)

Sunday, 6 April A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

The Passion of Our Lord According to St. Luke: IV (Luke 23:26-43)

Wed, 02 Apr 2025 21:06:00 -0500

Sermon for the Midweek of Lent 4

Wednesday, 2 April A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Bear Fruit or Be Cut Down" (Luke 13:1-9)

Sun, 23 Mar 2025 11:47:34 -0500

Sermon for the Third Sunday in Lent (C)

Sunday, 23 March A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

The Passion of Our Lord According to St. Luke: II (Luke 22:39-71)

Thu, 20 Mar 2025 22:08:00 -0500

Sermon for the Midweek of Lent 2

Thursday, 20 March A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Jesus, the Salvation of Jerusalem" (Luke 13:31-35)

Sun, 16 Mar 2025 12:02:00 -0500

Sermon for the Second Sunday in Lent (C)

Sunday, 16 March A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

The Passion of Our Lord According to St. Luke: I (Luke 22:1-38)

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 21:00:00 -0500

Sermon for the Midweek of Lent 1

Wednesday, 12 March A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"The Word of God Counters the Temptations of the Devil" (Luke 4:1-13)

Sun, 09 Mar 2025 12:03:00 -0500

Sermon for the First Sunday in Lent (C)

Sunday, 9 March A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"The Disciplines of Giving, Praying, and Fasting" (Matthew 6:1-6, 16-21)

Thu, 06 Mar 2025 21:02:00 -0600

Sermon for Ash Wednesday (C)

Thursday, 6 March A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Listen to the Father by Listening to the Son" (Luke 9:28-36)

Sun, 02 Mar 2025 12:01:00 -0600

Sermon preached at Bethany Lutheran Church in Kaukauna, WI

The Transfiguration of Our Lord (C)

2 March A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

Jonah 4

Wed, 26 Feb 2025 21:00:00 -0600

Sermon for the Midweek of Epiphany 7

Wednesday, 26 February A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Children Who Look Like Their Father" (Luke 6:27-38)

Sun, 23 Feb 2025 11:36:20 -0600

Sermon for the Seventh Sunday after the Epiphany (C)

Sunday, 23 February A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

Jonah 3

Wed, 19 Feb 2025 21:00:00 -0600

Sermon for the Midweek of Epiphany 6

Wednesday, 19 February A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"The Preaching of the Resurrection Is Not in Vain" (1 Corinthians 15:12-20)

Sun, 16 Feb 2025 12:04:24 -0600

Sermon for the Sixth Sunday after the Epiphany (C)

Sunday, 16 February A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

Jonah 2

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 21:00:00 -0600

Sermon for the Midweek of Epiphany 5

Wednesday, 12 February A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Catching Men with Jesus" (Luke 5:1-11)

Sun, 09 Feb 2025 11:35:00 -0600

Sermon for the Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany (C)

Sunday, 9 February A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

Jonah 1

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 21:00:00 -0600

Sermon for the Midweek of Epiphany 4

Wednesday, 5 February A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Jesus' Word Possesses Authority" (Luke 4:31-44)

Sun, 02 Feb 2025 11:52:36 -0600

Sermon for the Fourth Sunday after the Epiphany (C)

Sunday, 2 February A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Christ Turns the Synagogue into the Temple" (Luke 4:16-30)

Sun, 26 Jan 2025 12:09:00 -0600

Sermon for the Third Sunday after the Epiphany (C)

Sunday, 26 January A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Saved by the Flood of Baptism" (1 Peter 3:13-22)

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 21:09:00 -0600

Sermon for the Midweek of Epiphany 2

Wednesday, 22 January A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Jesus Blesses Marriage with Good Wine" (John 2:1-11)

Sun, 19 Jan 2025 12:02:30 -0600

Sermon for the Second Sunday after the Epiphany (C)

Sunday, 19 January A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Buried and Raised in Christ" (Romans 6:1-11)

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 21:00:00 -0600

Sermon for the Midweek of The Baptism of Our Lord

Wednesday, 15 January A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"The Benefits of Being Baptized into Christ" (Luke 3:15-22)

Sun, 12 Jan 2025 12:00:00 -0600

Sermon for The Baptism of Our Lord (C)

Sunday, 12 January A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Washed and Renewed Through Christ" (Titus 3:4-7)

Wed, 08 Jan 2025 21:00:00 -0600

Sermon for the Midweek of Christmas 2

Wednesday, 8 December A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"The Enduring Riches of Wisdom" (1 Kings 3:4-15)

Sun, 05 Jan 2025 11:56:29 -0600

Sermon for the Second Sunday after Christmas (C)

Sunday, 5 January A+D 2025

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Everything Changes When Jesus Arrives" (Luke 2:22-40)

Sun, 29 Dec 2024 11:53:08 -0600

Sermon for the First Sunday after Christmas (C)

Sunday, 29 December A+D 2024

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"The Manger of God's Word" (John 1:1-14)

Wed, 25 Dec 2024 12:00:00 -0600

Sermon for The Nativity of Our Lord (Christmas Day) (C)

Wednesday, 25 December A+D 2024

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Voices Made for Christmas Praise" (Luke 2:8-16)

Tue, 24 Dec 2024 21:00:00 -0600

Sermon for The Nativity of Our Lord (Christmas Eve) (C)

Tuesday, 24 December A+D 2024

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Together with Mary, Let Us Magnify the Lord" (Luke 1:39-56)

Sun, 22 Dec 2024 12:08:05 -0600

Sermon for the Fourth Sunday in Advent (C)

Sunday, 22 December A+D 2024

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"The Lord God Will Be Tracy's Light...and Yours" (Revelation 22:1-5)

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 16:06:55 -0600

Sermon for the Funeral Service of Tracy Amber VanDusen

Friday, 20 December A+D 2024

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"The Righteous Branch Revealed: From Exile to Restoration" (Jeremiah 33:14-18)

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 21:04:00 -0600

Sermon for the Midweek of Advent 3

Wednesday, 18 December A+D 2024

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"The Reasonableness of Joy" (Philippians 4:4-7)

Sun, 15 Dec 2024 11:50:50 -0600

Sermon for the Third Sunday in Advent (C)

Sunday, 15 December A+D 2024

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"The Righteous Branch and the Reign of David: From Exile to Peace" (Jeremiah 30:8-24)

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 12:00:00 -0600

Sermon for the Midweek of Advent 2

Wednesday, 11 December A+D 2024

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Repent in Preparation of the Mightier One" (Luke 3:1-20)

Sun, 08 Dec 2024 12:03:20 -0600

Sermon for the Second Sunday in Advent (C)

Sunday, 8 December A+D 2024

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"The Promise of the Righteous Branch: From Exile to Hope" (Jeremiah 23:5-8)

Wed, 04 Dec 2024 21:00:00 -0600

Sermon for the Midweek of Advent 1

Wednesday, 4 December A+D 2024

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"The Mighty Works of the Coming King" (Luke 19:28-40)

Sun, 01 Dec 2024 12:06:12 -0600

Sermon for the First Sunday in Advent (C)

Sunday, 1 December A+D 2024

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"The Gift of Good Land" (Deuteronomy 8:1-10)

Wed, 27 Nov 2024 21:00:00 -0600

Sermon for Thanksgiving Eve

Wednesday, 27 November A+D 2024

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Oh, Where Are Ye, Ye Virgins Wise" (Matthew 25:1-13)

Sun, 24 Nov 2024 12:03:25 -0600

Sermon for the Last Sunday of the Church Year

Sunday, 24 November A+D 2024

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"The True Image of God" (Exodus 32:1-20)

Sun, 17 Nov 2024 11:53:56 -0600

Sermon for the Twenty-fifth Sunday after Pentecost

Sunday, 17 November A+D 2024

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"The Lord Belongs in Zion" (Isaiah 51:9-16)

Sun, 10 Nov 2024 11:52:00 -0600

Sermon for the Twenty-fourth Sunday after Trinity

Sunday, 10 November A+D 2024

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

“The Saints Have No Tears in the Book of Revelation” (Revelation 7:2-17)

Sun, 03 Nov 2024 12:00:00 -0600

Sermon for All Saints’ Day (Observed)

Sunday, 3 November A+D 2024

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

“Don Knows the Way, the Truth, and the Life” (John 14:6)

Sat, 02 Nov 2024 20:37:00 -0500

Sermon for the Funeral of Donald William Kenneth Hoaglund

Saturday, 2 November A+D 2024

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch

"Grace Alone, Faith Alone, Scripture Alone" (Romans 3:19-28)

Sun, 27 Oct 2024 13:18:12 -0500

Sermon for Reformation Day (Observed)

Sunday, 27 October A+D 2024

Rev. Matthew D. Ruesch