In the fourth message of our series "The Making of a Servant" we see that God is our guide. Just as he spoke to Moses and in this way gave direction to the people of Israel, so does he speak to us today. This message can be heard or downloaded at http://www.archive.org/details/KentSperryGodIsOurGuide

In our third message of the series, "The Making of a Servant", we saw that God is a jealous God. He will not tolerate rebellion. He demands a whole-hearted commitment and devotion. This message can be heard at http://www.archive.org/details/KentSperryAJealousGod

In the second message of our series, "The Making of a Servant", we learn that God is present. He isn't a distant God, far removed from us. He's right here with us, living among us. And this has an important impact on us as we seek to serve God and minister to others. It can be heard at http://www.archive.org/details/KentSperryGodIsPresent

Last week we saw that, as believers, we've been called to serve the Lord and to minister to others. We also saw that we've been empowered by the Holy Spirit to do what we've been called to do. This week, we began a series of messages titled "The Making of a Servant." We're looking at lessons learned by Joshua as he prepared for the calling God would place on his life.

This week we saw that the servant of the Lord must look to the Lord. We're completely dependent on him in all things. Because of this, we must fix our eyes on him alone as we strive to heed his calling. This message can be heard at http://www.archive.org/details/KentSperryLooktotheLord

Even though we know we've been called by God to reach out with the message of the gospel, even though we know we're called to minister to others, quite often believers fail to do so. We often fail to do what we've been called to do because we feel unworthy of such a calling and incapable of it. But, as we see in our message for today, our ministry is empowered by the Holy Spirit. It's only as he works through us that we can do anything; it's only as he works in others that their lives are touched. This message can be heard at http://www.archive.org/details/KentSperryEmpoweredMinistry

Today, in a message based on 1 Peter 4:7-11 we see that the end of all things is at hand; this fact is stated all throughout Scripture. And because of this, we're told, we're to live for the Lord; in all things, we're to glorify him. This message can be heard at http://www.archive.org/details/KentSperryTheDayIsComing

It came out this past September that chaplains in the United States military have been told that they cannot publicly pray in Jesus' name. In this message, we look at why Christians end their prayers in this way, and why, despite orders, military chaplains must continue to do so. And not only them. So too must all believers who pray in public. This message can be heard at http://www.archive.org/details/KentSperryInJesusName

At Grace this week, we're hearing a series of messages entitled "Living the Life of Heaven." Our speaker is Pastor Dennis Norby from Helmar Lutheran Church. The first message in this series is titled "Welcoming the Message." In this sermon, based on 1 Thessalonians 1, Pastor Norby points out the effect that welcoming the gospel had upon this particular church and what it can have upon us as well. It can be heard at http://www.archive.org/details/DennisNorbyWelcomingtheMessage

On Sunday evening, Pastor Norby preached a message talking about the work that's produced by our faith. It can be heard at http://www.archive.org/details/DennisNorbyWorkProducedByFaith

Our Monday message reflected on love, and how it inspires works, our service of God and others. It can be found at http://www.archive.org/details/DennisNorbyLaborPromptedByLove

Our Tuesday message showed that our hope in Jesus Christ produces endurance for the believer. It can be heard at http://www.archive.org/details/DennisNorbyEnduranceInspiredByHope

Yesterday, at Redeemer, we heard a message based on Isaiah 5:1-7. In this text we see that God has done everything possible for mankind; there's nothing more God can do to convince man that he's God and that he should place his trust in the Lord. And because of this, if people continue in their rebellion, if they continue to turn from the Lord, he will justly pour his wrath upon them. This message can be heard at http://www.archive.org/details/KentSperryWhatMoreCouldHeDo

In this week's message, we heard how, as believers, we're to abstain from the passions of the flesh. We're to do this because giving in to them is a danger to both us and others. As Peter points out in 1 Peter 2:11, these passions war against our soul. Giving in to them can lead us into a state of unrepentance. Peter points out that we're also to do this, that we're to do good, because doing so will cause unbelievers to glorify God when he visits them and because we'll silence the talk of ignorant people. It then stands to reason that the opposite is also true. By giving in to them, we validate the world's criticism of us and our message. This message can be heard at http://www.archive.org/details/KentSperryPlayingWithFire

Today, it seems, we live in a culture of cowards. People are often unwilling to do what is right out of fear. They fear what others may think of them; they're afraid of what they might lose; they're afraid of what others may do to them. But, as we see in 1 Peter 2, as believers, we're called to suffer for what is right. We're to follow in the footsteps of Jesus who wanted nothing more than to do the will of the Father. You can hear or download this message at http://www.archive.org/details/KentSperryHowFarWillYouGo

Scripture tells us that Jacob, rather than his brother Esau, was to receive the blessing of God. However, throughout his early years, Jacob tried to get the advantage, he tried to get God's blessing, by his own effort and cunning. However, he ended up learning that God is the only source of blessing and that, in order to get it, he had to hang onto him and not let go. The same is also true for us. God is the only source of blessing and in order to get it, we must hold onto Jesus. This message can be heard at http://www.archive.org/details/KentSperryOnlyJesus

Today, I have our Holy Week and Easter messages. On Maundy Thursday we talked about the Lord's Supper, why it continues to be practiced today, and why it's so meaningful for believers in Jesus. It can be heard at http://www.archive.org/details/KentSperryBrokenForYou

On Good Friday, we talked about the meaning of this day. We saw that it's a day of mourning because we remember Jesus' death and our role in his suffering. But we also saw that it's also a day of rejoicing. Without Good Friday, with the willing sacrifice of Jesus, we wouldn't have the hope we receive on Easter. It can be heard at http://www.archive.org/details/KentSperryGivenForYou

On Easter we reflected on the importance of the resurrection. Many people say that, even if Jesus was just a man, even if he didn't rise from the dead, the Christian faith would remain intact; they say that at the core of our faith is the call to love one another. While this is important, the Christian faith truly hangs on Jesus and his resurrection. Had he not risen from the grave, we would remain in our sin and we'd remain without hope. This message can be heard at http://www.archive.org/details/KentSperryTheSourceofHope

We concluded the series, "Our Father Abraham", with a message titled "A Man of Legacy." As Abraham got older, he wanted to find a wife for his son, Isaac. However, he didn't want Isaac marrying a woman of Canaan. He didn't want this because the women of that land worshipped other gods and might pull his son away from the Lord. So he sent his servant to his homeland, to his own family, to find him a wife. In this way, Abraham sought to protect his son and to leave a legacy of faith behind him. In the same way, as believers in Jesus, we too should be men and women of legacy; we should desire to leave a legacy of faith behind us when our time in this world comes to an end. This message can be heard at http://www.archive.org/details/KentSperryAManofLegacy

Last night, we finished our Lenten series, "Words from the Cross." Our message focused on the last words Jesus spoke prior to his death, the word os committal. Before dying, Jesus committed his spirit into the hands of the Father. Like Jesus, we too must commit ourselves into God's care because we have no control over death or the life after. And with Jesus' sacrifice, we also know that, when we die, we will be welcomed into his loving arms. This message can he heard or downloaded at http://www.archive.org/details/KentSperryTheWordofCommittal

In our message this Sunday, we saw Abraham obey God's command to sacrifice his son as a burnt offering. God stopped him at the last moment, but we see in this that Abraham was a man of extraordinary faith. He was willing to obey God and trust his promise no matter what. This is a faith we all need as we face decisions about whether to obey Christ or disobey, believe him or disbelieve. You can hear it at http://www.archive.org/details/KentSperryAManofFaith

In the series we've been hearing on Wednesday evenings, we come to one of Jesus' final words spoken from the cross. Prior to his death, he declared that it is finished. When he said this, he was saying that his work of redemption was complete and that the penalty of our sins had been paid. There's no more that needs to be done; there's no more that can be done. You can hear this message at http://www.archive.org/details/KentSperryTheWordofTriumph

In our series, "Our Father Abraham," we see that God confirmed his promise to Abraham. He also added that he would have a son with Sarah and that this would be the child through whom he'd establish his covenant. Instead of doubting God, instead of trying to do it his own way, Abraham believed God in a spirit of amazement. In the same way, we too need to trust God even when his promises seem unrealistic. This message can be heard at http://www.archive.org/details/KentSperryAManofTrust

On Wednesday night, in our series "Words from the Cross", we looked at the word of desolation. While hanging on the cross, Jesus asked God why he had forsaken him. When we look at what Jesus was enduring, along with the testimony of Scripture, we find that he was truly experiencing the judgment of God. In this message we look at why this was the case and what it means for us. You can hear this message at http://www.archive.org/details/KentSperryTheWordofDesolation

In our series "Our Father Abraham" we see this week that Abraham was a man of mercy. When God discussed with him the destruction of Sodom, Abraham interceded for the righteous of the city. He didn't want to see them suffer the same fate as the wicked. We, in the church today, need to have this same heart. We too should go to God pleading for the salvation of his people in a world that is facing his judgment. This message can be heard at http://www.archive.org/details/KentSperryAManofMercy